Victoria University
Victoria University is a distinguished institution in the region, it is one of the universities in Australia, that offers government funded TAFE education, alongside various pathway programs, including tertiary degrees and postgraduate courses. The university ensures that students begin their academic pursuance at any level and progress to achieve personal goals without any obstacles. The academic flexibility of the university foster accessibility and inclusive education, supported by strategic focus to create positive outcomes for graduates, industries and community. Under the able guidance of university’s Chancellor, it has made a mark for emphasis on local and international engagements, innovative teaching and panoramic campus facilities. University is fully committed to foster inclusivity, evident through its support for indigenous and other communities.
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Courses Offered
** Fees mentioned here are approximate and are per year, Unless specified otherwise
Reasons to choose Victoria University
Global Recognition
The university has respectable and impressive rankings, both at domestic and international levels. It is ranked among top 2% of the universities globally, holds undisputed rank in Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, including Young University segment
Innovative VU Block Model
- An unique initiative by the university, this academic model focuses on one subject consecutively for four weeks to undergraduate students or eight weeks for two subjects to postgraduate students, it allows to simplify timetable and completion of assessment within block period.
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- It is beneficial for students, increasing the average pass rate to 90% among international students. It helps to concentrate on one subject at a time, and avoid the clash of deadlines
- Small classrooms with optimum strength allows individualistic attention and academic interactions among students and faculty
Career-Centric Education
- The courses offered by the university is curated with the recommendations of industry experts for modern day employment relevance. Practical training opportunities through industry collaborations are integral part of courses, the curricula is also duly accredited with professional bodies
- University ensures that students are equipped with current industry skills such as communication, creative thinking and problem solving
Exceptional Alumni Network
The university has an outstanding alumni of 240,000, including 30,000 professional rendering their services in acclaimed global corporations such as NASA, Meta and Ministry of Finance (Indonesia)
World-Class Campuses & Facilities
University offers advanced spaces, conducive for personalized and collaborative learning. The experienced faculty ensures students success through unwavering support
Safe & Secure Environment
The university is located in the country’s most sophisticated and safest city, offering a vibrant atmosphere with cultural inclusivity and other leadership initiatives. It guarantees a secure environment at campuses, as Australia has been ranked safest country for women in a recent review
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Campus Facilities at the Victoria University
Advanced Facilities
- The campus of the university is purpose-built, offering technology driven laboratories and specified learning spaces for enriching academic experience
- The libraries at the campuses are well stocked with academic materials, also provides fast internet and specified learning spaces
- Students get specialized study areas and lounges for relaxation at the campuses
- On-campus café’s offer students to unwind and hangout with friends that reduces the academic stress
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Students Services
Health & Well-Being
Apart from regular health and wellness services, the campuses also provide Massage Therapy, Osteopathy, Childcare and Beauty Treatments, most of these services are run by students and staff
IT Services
University provides necessary IT services for students at the campuses, all concerned technological services are offered to ensure academic and personal requirements
Campus Navigation
The VU Mobile App helps students to navigate the campus, and offer guidance to locate routes, elevators and washrooms etc.
Safety & Security
- University’s Security Operations Center, a dedicated security office at the campuses, services are available 24/7, students who want to seek services can call the emergency numbers provided by the university
- All necessary measures are taken to ensure a safe and secure campus for students, staff and visitors
Transport & Parking
The campuses are conveniently connected to transport systems and abundant parking space, ensuring seamless access to students and staff
Campus Locations
The Melbourne campuses are situated in the main central business district and urban western suburbs, university also operates through Sydney and Brisbane campuses, offering convenience and accessibility to students
Community Engagements & Other Activities
Local Events & Programs
- University in collaboration with local authorities organizes various events, exhibitions and forums at the western suburbs of Melbourne
- The School Holiday Program, it allows the kids of school to participate in fun and academic programs to learn new skills during school holidays
Students Support Services at the Victoria University
VUHQ (Students Services Center)
- The VUHQ center is the focal point of all students services, it is a hub for assistance for various students services such as Enrollment, Timetable, Course Selection, Fees etc.
- The advisors at VUHQ center are available to assist students, they can also be accessed via online mode through virtual queue system, offering personalized support for different queries
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- The VUHQ Centers are functional at all the campuses with specified timings on weekdays, the services can be accessed at City Campus, Footscray Nicholson, Footscray Park, St. Albans and Werribee campuses with different schedules
Specialized Students Services
Financial Information & Support
- University offers comprehensive financial assistance through advice on financial management, scholarships and emergency funds for needy students
- The Course & Unit Advice services offers assistance in administrative needs and course related queries
- The Learning Hub at the campuses ensures continuous academic support to students at all stages of campus life
- VU Employ, offers wide ranging of services such as counseling, employment opportunities and internships
- IT support provides seamless internet, email service, learning software and multi factor authentication
Health & Well-Being Services
- Comprehensive health and counseling services are provided to students to overcome academic stress
- Students with disabilities are provided with extensive support such as academic resources and compatible accommodation
- In association with SecondBite, university offers free healthy and frozen food to students
- Clover, a therapy dog, available at the campus for stress relieving initiative
Specific Students Group Support
- International students are provided with beneficial services such as navigation of life at Australia, health insurance, accommodation and visa assistance
- Dedicated support services and cultural activities are provided to aboriginals and strait island students for inclusion and academic success
Campus Safety & Security
- University’s Security Operations Center, a dedicated security office at the campuses, services are available 24/7, students who want to seek services can call the emergency numbers provided by the university
- Prompt response to students who are facing security concern or any inappropriate behavior at the campus
Additional Resources
- The senior students at the campus offers peer guidance to students in academic queries
- Students are offered accommodational support to seek suitable housing options
- The VU Kick Start program is aimed at new students for smoother transition to campus environment
Scholarships at the Victoria University
VU Block Model International Scholarship
International students enrolled at the university’s Melbourne, commencing studies in 2024, satisfying academic entry requirements of the university are eligible for 30% reduction in first year’s fee, interested students must submit application online, claiming eligibility for the scholarship
Australia Awards Scholarships
Entirely funded by Australian government, the scholarship covers tuition fee, living allowance, health cover and other support. This scholarship is available to all participating countries, applicable to all levels of studies.
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To be eligible, international students must satisfy the eligibility criteria set by the Australian government. Interested students must refer to scholarship’s website for application process
VU Thrive Grant
The university offers grants to students as per financial need, students from all levels of studies, who can give evidence of financial hardship are eligible for this grant. Students must apply through university’s scholarship website with evidence of financial difficulty to avail this grant
VU Access Scholarship
This scholarship is based on equity with varying financial support, applicable to all levels of studies at university, for eligibility, applicants must satisfy the equity based criteria, with evidence of personal and financial disadvantages. Interested applicants must submit online application with supporting documents
Moondani Balluk Students Grants
This grant is available exclusively to Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islander students, offering varying financial support as per students need, enrolled at any course at the university. Eligible students must apply at Moondani Balluk Center with supportive documents proving indigenous heritage and course enrollment to avail this scholarship
Internships & Placements at the Victoria University
Highlights of University Placements
Panoramic Industry Placements
Students from diversified disciplines of Engineering, IT, Nursing, Social work and Education undertake industry placements, allowing them to grasp hands-on experience under the guidance of industry experts
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Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
- Students from Business School are provided with industry projects, helping them to apply classroom knowledge to real-time settings
- Engineering & IT disciplines students get comprehensive placements, information technology students go for mandatory year long industry placements, while engineering students undertake valuable industry placements
- Disciplines of Science such as Biotechnology and Environment Science get prestigious research-oriented lab projects
TAFE Practical Placements
Students pursuing TAFE participate in placements that are integrated in the curriculum, during the placement schedule, able guidance is provided by supervisor and university staff
Global Opportunities
Global placement opportunities are available for few selected programs, these overseas projects help students to broaden their career horizon
Insurance Cover
Students who undertake placements are covered by university’s insurance, allowing them to concentrate on practical learning with any worries
Highlighted Placement Programs
- The Engineering stream students complete industry placements, grasping essential skills and exposure to industry practices
- Information Technology students in the final year goes for industry projects, learning important skills of project management, communication and problem solving
- Education stream students undertake school placements, help them to gain classroom teaching experience
- Clinical placements are provided to Nursing and Midwifery students, they learn the basics at real healthcare settings, grasping skills of patient care
- Field placements to Social work students allows them to learn the nuances of community development and justice system
Career Resources & Support
- The VU Career Hub is a dedicated space, where students get resources, workshops, mentorship, job board for part-time, graduate and vacation roles. It assists in career planning and preparation via personalized guidance
- The Learning Hubs, ensures academic guidance and study skills to enhance career prospects
Students Life at the Victoria University
Orientation Programs & O-Fest
- Orientation festivals, it is an engaging and fun-filled event, organized one week prior to classes commencement, it allows students to meet new people, make friendship and explore the campus facilities and course related resources
- International students also offers orientation programs via O-Fest, letting them to acclimatize with Australian environment
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Clubs & Students Group
- University boosts a wide ranging clubs and students group such as
- Sports clubs like Australian rules football, soccer and cheerleading
- Cultural societies like Writing, Music and international culture
- Entrepreneur and Law students get free enterprises and law competition
- Students have the liberty to curate their own clubs, as per their own choices
Sports & Fitness
- Sports infrastructure such as Courts, Athletic Track, Aquatic Center and gyms with personal trainers are provided to students
- Competitive athletes students are offered help to maintain balance of sports and education through Elite Student Athlete Program
- Opportunities are offered to volunteering in sports, administration, coaching and refereeing
Events & Celebrations
- University celebrates various events at the campuses such as Pride week, Refugee week and Sustainable Living week
- Frequent seminars, exhibitions and campus events are regular features at the campuses
Leadership & Volunteering
- Students Leadership program offers students to develop leadership and communication skills
- Representing university at events and guiding students is offered through Student Ambassador Program
- Students can engage themselves into community serving via Volunteering program
Opportunities Beyond Campus
- Exchange programs, study tours, short programs with partnered institutions are provided through Study Abroad Program
- Students can write for students led magazines and newspapers
- Internships, experiences, job boards to gain professional experience
Campus Facilities
- Lifestyle services like Massage Therapy, Osteopathy, Childcare and Beauty Treatments, most of these services are run by students and staff
- Health and wellbeing services like counseling, health clinics and prayer rooms for students
- Accommodation services like UniLodge available at Footscray Park campus offers convenient and comfortable housing to students
Entry Requirements at the Victoria University
English Language Requirements
The English language requirements vary according to course opted by international students who belongs non-English speaking countries
Foundation & Diploma Courses
- IELTS – 5.5 overall and 5.0 in all bands
- TOEFL iBT – 55 overall, and minimum scores of 09 in Listening, 16 in Speaking, 10 in Reading and 18 in Writing
- PTE – 46 overall and 41 in all sections
Undergraduate Courses
- IELTS – 6.0 overall and 6.0 in all bands
- TOEFL iBT – 67 overall, and minimum scores of 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking, 15 in Reading and 21 in Writing
- PTE – 50 overall and 50 in all sections
Postgraduate Coursework
- IELTS – 6.5 overall and 6.0 in all bands
- TOEFL iBT – 79 overall, and minimum scores of 19 in Listening, 19 in Speaking, 18 in Reading and 22 in Writing
- PTE – 58 overall and 50 in all sections
- Few courses like Nursing, Midwifery and Education requires higher scores like 7.0 overall in IELTS or equivalent
Academic Requirements by Region
India
- For Diploma Courses, minimum 60% in Indian School Certificate or All India Senior School Certificate
- For Undergraduate Courses, 65-75% in Higher Secondary Certificate
- For Postgraduate, minimum 55% in bachelor’s degree for coursework
China
- For Diploma Courses, minimum 65% in Gao Er or Gao San (Senior Middle School)
- For Undergraduate Courses, 70% in National College Entrance Examination (Gao Kao)
- For Postgraduate, minimum 65-75 % in bachelor’s degree depending on institution
Bangladesh
- GPA of 3.5 out of 5.0 in Higher School Certificate for Diploma
- GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0 in bachelor’s degree and 70% for postgraduate courses
Indonesia
- Average score of 6.0 out of 10.00 in SMA III for diploma courses
- Average score of 7.5 out of 10.00 for undergraduate courses
- At least 2.4 GPA out of 4 for postgraduate courses
Australia
- Completion of Australian Year 12 with 20 in English or equivalent for diploma and undergraduate courses
- 50% overall in bachelor’s degree for postgraduate courses
Specialized Course Requirements
- For Bachelor of Nursing, 7.0 overall score in IELTS and proof of immunization and police records check
- For Master’s of Teaching (Primary & Secondary), 7.0 overall score and 7.5 in Listening and Speaking in IELTS with teaching qualification and personal statement
- For Bachelor of Biomedicine, 7.0 overall score and 6.5 in all bands in IELTS with must complete required science in year 12
- For Master of Clinical Exercise Science, 7.0 overall score and 7.0 in all bands in IELTS, and evidence of professional registration
Rankings & Awards of the Victoria University
Global Rankings
- According to Times Higher Education World University Rankings, university was placed in top 2% of global universities, attributing to various segments
- University was ranked 70th globally for universities under 50 years old according to Times Higher Education Young University Rankings
- As per QS World University Rankings, university improved from 601-650 range in 2020 to 551-560 range in 2021, mainly due to improvement in different segments
ARWU Subjects Rankings 2022
- 7th rank for Sports Science globally
- Ranked between 51-75 range for Automation & Control globally
- Ranked in the range of 151-200 globally for Computer Science & Engineering
Research Excellence
- According to Australia Research Council Excellence in Research for Australia
- Well Above World Standard – highest rating of 5 in six research areas
- Above World Standard – rating of 5 in 09 areas
- World Standard – rating of 03 in 13 areas
- Ranked 35th worldwide for research excellence in Hospitality & Tourism Management
- 19th rank globally for Accounting Education Research as per Brigham Young University
Impact Ranking
- According to Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, contributions to United Nations SDGs (sustainable development goals)
- Clean Water & Sanitation (SDG06) – 13th rank globally
- Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (SDG16) – 32nd rank globally
- Quality Education (SDG04) – 41st rank globally
- Partnership for Goals (SDG17) – 65th rank globally
Graduate Employability & Satisfaction
- According to QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey 2022
- For Technical and Foundational Skills, rank 1st in Australia
- For overall employer satisfaction, ranked within top 10 Australian universities
Graduate Employability
- For employability, collaborative and technical skills, ranked 1st in Victoria (2019-21)
- University ranked 1st continuously for foundational skills
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