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Victoria University (VU), based in Melbourne, Australia, is a world-class university celebrated for its inclusive environment, industry connections and innovative approach to education. As an Australian public university, VU offers internationally recognised qualifications ranging from vocational courses to postgraduate degrees.  

With a history dating back over a century, Victoria University provides an exceptional experience to over 40,000 students currently enrolled on campuses in Melbourne and beyond. VU is ranked in the top two percent of all universities worldwide (THE World University Rankings 2025). In the most recent QILT Student Experience Survey 2023, VU was rated the number one university in Victoria for Teaching Quality, Skills Development, Peer Engagement and Quality of Entire Educational Experience. 

With over 4,000 industry partners, VU ensures that courses are kept up to date with the latest technology and trends. Students benefit from work placements, employability programs to kick-start their careers, and the award-winning ® teaching method, which offers increased focus and flexibility to enable students to achieve their best and balance study with other commitments.  

VU offers a wide range of internationally recognised, industry-focused qualifications from vocational education to research. Subject areas include arts, business, education, engineering, health, biomedicine, IT, nursing, hospitality, law, social work and sports science - for which VU is ranked 7th in the world (Shanghai Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023).  

VU is renowned as a welcoming and inclusive university, with students from over 175 different countries at cutting-edge campuses in Melbourne, Australia’s number one student city (QS Best Student Cities 2025). The university is dedicated to providing a positive student experience, offering a wide range of events and opportunities to enrich social and learning experiences both on and off-campus. 

Students at Victoria University benefit from the award-winning , a smarter style of higher education involving smaller, more interactive classes. The VU Block Model is an Australian first, offering enhanced focus and flexible timetables to enable students to balance study with other commitments. An innovative and internationally recognised teaching and learning model, the Block Model is a proven success with students, educators and employers. 

The VU Block Model is different to other learning methods as it allows students to focus on one or two subjects at a time, rather than studying multiple subjects at once. Learning in interactive, workshop-style classes, students get to know their classmates and teachers, apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios and receive timely feedback. 

Students generally learn in three-hour classes, three days a week, with flexible timetable options, enabling focused learning and the flexibility to balance study with other commitments. It’s a more connected and engaging way of learning that encourages students to build personal and professional networks and develop the skills and knowledge to succeed in their future careers. 

VU offers a wide range of internationally recognised, industry-focused qualifications from vocational education to research degrees. at VU include: 

Arts 

Whether in the visual arts, digital media, social work or psychology studies, VU has a variety of arts courses available to international students.  

Business 

Victoria University Business School offers an innovative range of degrees in business, management, marketing and accounting.  

Computing & IT 

VU’s industry-focused degrees prepare students to succeed as IT professionals by equipping them with the latest skills across a broad range of fields, from fighting cybercrime to app design, consultancy and systems administration. 

Education 

With an education degree from VU, students can specialise in early childhood, physical education, arts, humanities, social sciences, mathematics, outdoor education, science and more.  

Engineering  

A VU degree in engineering, built environment or project management is the perfect way to launch or progress a career in this high-demand industry. 

Health, biomedicine, nursing & dermal sciences 

A VU qualification in health readies students to work in an essential industry where they can leave a measurable impact. 

Hospitality & tourism 

Work placements are central to the teaching of hospitality courses at VU, and industry partners include the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Crown Hotels and Resorts.  

Law & criminology 

Students learn from VU’s experienced legal practitioners and professors and enjoy access to a moot court and a world-class law library. 

Social, community and youth development 

A VU qualification in community development or youth work, with practical learning placements, provides students the skills required to start a rewarding career building strong communities.  

Sport and exercise science 

At VU, students can achieve their goals through industry-embedded learning in some of Australia’s – and the world’s – most elite sporting bodies. 

VU Block Model® International Scholarship 

The exciting new offers eligible international students up to 30% off tuition fees for their entire first year. Study well and you’ll have the chance to keep or increase the scholarship for the full duration of your course. 

The Scholarship supports all international students starting foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) studies at VU Melbourne in 2025. We’ll reward you for studying well and support you to achieve your best. 

You’ll be awarded a 10%, 20% or 30% first year scholarship based on assessment of your previous academic results. The scholarship is guaranteed if you meet the entry requirements for any eligible course, but 30% scholarships are limited, so apply as soon as you can. 

New VU City Campus 

The embodies the university campus of the future. Opened in 2022, the campus houses the state-of-the-art, 32-level VU City Tower in the heart of Melbourne's central business district (CBD).  

The new campus demonstrates VU’s commitment to sustainability through the City Tower’s five-star green rating, as well as the university’s vision to integrate industry partnerships across its campuses, offering real-world networking and placement opportunities.  

The City Tower is home to select university and TAFE courses in business, health, beauty, education and English language. Students enjoy collaborative classes with city skyline views, outstanding facilities, student-run health and beauty clinics and the opportunity to connect with industry partners.