VU INTERNATIONALCOURSE GUIDE 2024

SUCCEED WITH THE®
VU BLOCK MODEL –FLEXIBLE, FOCUSEDSTUDY IN AUSTRALIA’S
BEST STUDENT CITYFIND FOCUS
IN THE HEARTOF MELBOURNE

Discover more about ouraward-winning vocational andhigher education courses

At Victoria University (VU), you’ll discover your new
second home, making friends, building networks andgraduating with the skills, knowledge and confidence tosucceed in your future career. We’re a world-classuniversity, renowned for our inclusive environment, 		industry connections and innovative approach to education.
With over 4000 industry partners, VU keeps all courses
up-to-date with the latest technology and trends. Ouraward-winning VU Block Model® will allow you to achieve
your best by studying one or two subjects at a time insmall, interactive classes, a teaching method that has
significantly improved student engagement and results.
No matter what course you study – vocational,
undergraduate or postgraduate – you’ll benefit fromstate-of-the-art facilities, supportive staff and practical,
real-world learning, with opportunities for work
placements and industry projects. VU students
come from over 175 different countries, bringing
vibrancy and diversity to our campuses in Melbourne– Australia’s number one student city*.

BEFORE I STARTED MY
COURSE, I THOUGHT
VICTORIA UNIVERSITYWAS THE BEST PLACE
FOR ME. NOW I’VE
COMPLETED MY
COURSE, I STILL FEEL
THE SAME.
SUE, CHINA
Graduate Diploma of Early 			Childhood Education*QS, Best Student Cities 2024 (Melbourne ranks 4th in the world)

Contents
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Welcome to Melbourne
VU at a glance
Our campuses
Industry connections
Employment support

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VU Block Model
Campus life
Student support
International scholarships
Life in Melbourne

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Fees and living costs
Accommodation
VU English
Pathways
VU course index

56 Research
60 Entry requirements
62 How to apply

MELBOURNE
AUSTRALIA’SNUMBER ONE
STUDENT CITY
Welcome to Melbourne – the friendliest city in the world!1
It’s also Australia’s cultural capital, best student city2,
most liveable city3 – the list goes on and on. Whatever
you enjoy, you’ll find it in Melbourne, from the biggest
and best sporting events – the Australian Open tennis,
the Formula 1 Grand Prix, your introduction to thepassionate world of the Australian Football League – toamazing live music, restaurants and nightlife. There’s
food for every taste, and an endless selection of film,
theatre, comedy, art and multicultural celebrations.
It’s such a diverse and exciting city, with over 170,000
international students enjoying the beautiful parks andbeaches, the excellent shopping, the friendly locals
and plenty of Aussie sunshine, even if the weather’schangeable – welcome to four seasons in one day!
Oh, and did we mention the coffee? Best in the world,
they say, and great to get you through your assignments.

Hear what VU international
students love about living
in Melbourne

William Russell, World’s Friendliest Cities 2022
QS, Best Student Cities 2024 (Melbourne ranks 4th in the world)
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Economist Intelligence Unit, 2023 Global Liveability Index (Melbourne ranks 3rd in the world)
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4Discover more aboutlife in Melbourne

THE MOMENTI LANDED IN
MELBOURNE, I WASAWESTRUCK BY
EVERYTHING IN MY
ENVIRONMENT. I LOVETHE FOOD. I LOVETHE DIVERSITY. YOU
NEVER RUN OUT OF
THINGS TO DO.
JANICE, THE PHILIPPINES
Master of Digital Media

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NO.

FOR EDUCATIONAL
EXPERIENCE

FOCUSED, FLEXIBLELEARNING

STATE-OF-THE-ART
CAMPUS FACILITIESInternational students ranked
VU as Victoria’s top university
for quality of entire educational
experience in the 2022 QILT
Student Experience Survey.

Achieve more through ouraward-winning VU Block Model.
Build the skills you need throughflexible learning, studying one or
two subjects at a time.

Our world-class campuses incentral and west Melbourne include
the exciting new VU City Tower, apurpose-built, 32-level building.

VU AT A G
RANKED TOP 2%
VU is ranked in the top 2%of universities worldwide(Times Higher Education 2024).
For sport science, we’reranked 7th in the world(ShanghaiRankings 2022).
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MULTIPLE PATHWAYSAND ENTRY OPTIONSA VIBRANTSTUDENT LIFE

With courses from TAFE throughto higher education, andpathways between – you canstudy your way and create yourown career path at VU.

Make friends through ourmany clubs and societies. With
students from 175 countries,
VU is a place where everyone
feels welcome.

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NO.

FOR PROFESSIONALSKILLSREAL INDUSTRYCONNECTIONS

Ranked Australia’s top university
for technical and professional
skills (QILT Employer Satisfaction
Survey 2022).

With over 4000 industry partners,
we keep all courses up-to-dateand ensure you gain real-world
connections and experiences.

GLANCE
INTERACTIVE
CLASSESAN EASIER
TRANSITION

Our small, workshop-style classes
lead to better interaction andconnections. VU ranked No.1 inVictoria for Learner Engagementin 2020, 2021 and 2022 (QILT).

From social life to study tips,
VU First Year College® teachers
provide specialised support tohelp you get the most out ofyour university experience.

26,300WORK PLACEMENTS
IN 2022
Our priority is setting you up
to achieve your career goals.
In 2022 we helped almost 26,300
students land job placements.

Find out more

93%
HIGH PASSRATE

The VU Block Model has
improved student engagement
and results. In 2022, the unit
pass rate for international
students was over 93%.
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CAMPUSESBUILT FOR
SUCCESS
VU’s state-of-the-art campuses offer industry-focusedfacilities and welcoming communities. Our roots are in thewest of Melbourne, with established campuses in the lively
multicultural suburbs of Footscray, St Albans, Sunshine
and Werribee. Our exciting new City Campus features the
32-level VU City Tower in the heart of Melbourne’s central
business district (CBD).
Each campus is centred on specific industries and combines
innovative, practical learning with onsite business
partnerships. These focused campuses mean you’ll get
the best and most relevant learning, wherever your studies
may take you.
Exciting facilities include simulation, robotics andhigh-performance testing labs; industry-supported facilities,
such as the Cisco Cyber Security Training Centre and the SAP
Next Gen Lab; contemporary learning spaces and the latest
technology for vocational skills development. You’ll also beable to make the most of our great libraries, learning hubs,
sports facilities, swimming pools, cafés, childcare centres
and low-cost professional services, including hair, beauty
and massage therapy.

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Discover more about ourworld-class campuses

WHEN I ARRIVED, I
HAD SUCH A GREATIMPRESSION OF
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY.
IT WAS THE FIRSTTIME I’D SEEN SUCH
A BIG UNIVERSITY
WITH DIFFERENTCAMPUSES AND
GREAT RESOURCES.
LOANDY, INDONESIA
Master of Global Public Health99CAMPUSESUP CLOSE

Take a tour of the
VU City Campus

CITY CAMPUS
The new VU City Campus, openedin 2022, embodies the university
campus of the future. Study inthe bustling heart of Melbourne’s
central business district (CBD), a
five minute walk from Flagstaff
train station.
In our 32-level City Tower building
you’ll enjoy collaborative classes
with skyline views, outstanding
facilities, student-run health andbeauty clinics, and the opportunity
to connect with industry partners
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on campus. Just next door is 295
Queen Street, a historic building
within Melbourne’s legal precinct
that’s home to our moot court andlaw library.
Disciplines
Beauty, Business, Community
Development, Criminology, DigitalMedia, Early Childhood Education,
English, Health, Information
Technology, Law/Legal Practice

STUDYING IN THE CENTRE OF
MELBOURNE GAVE ME THE
OPPORTUNITY TO ENJOY THE
MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
I WAS ABLE TO MAKEFRIENDS AND MEET A LOT OFPROFESSIONALS AND EXPERTS.
HANG, VIETNAM
Master of Enterprise Resource Planning

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FOOTSCRAY CAMPUSESST ALBANS CAMPUS

SUNSHINE AND WERRIBEEDiscover the original home of
VU in the multicultural centre ofFootscray, only 10 minutes by train
from the CBD. Learn in world-classfacilities (like our multimilliondollar sport science labs and our
hospitality training restaurant,
VenU) and enjoy our learning hubs,
gym and pool.

Our St Albans Campus is a hub forhealth and nutrition research, withsimulated nursing, midwifery andparamedicine labs. This campus
also includes the state-of-the-art
Cyber Security Training Centre,
where students participate incyber simulations.

Our Sunshine and Werribee
campuses feature new skills
training facilities with astrong focus on construction,engineering and health sciences.

Disciplines
Footscray Park: Arts, Business,
Construction, Community Services,Criminal Justice, Education,
Engineering, Information
Technology, Project Management,
Psychology, Science, Sport Science
Footscray Nicholson: Business,
Commercial Cookery, Early
Childhood Education and Care,
Education, Hospitality, Information
Technology, Teacher Education

Set in a landscape of native grasses
and gum trees, you’ll find a gym
and student-staffed nutrition andosteopathy clinics on site and open
to the public.

Disciplines
Construction, Health, Nursing.
Supervision for research
degrees may also be available inother disciplines.

Disciplines
Arts, Biomedical Sciences, Cyber
Security and IT, Health, Nursing,Nutrition, Paramedicine

Take a tour of ourFootscray campuses

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REAL JOB SKILLS& INDUSTRYCONNECTIONSEverything you do at VU isdesigned to lay the rightfoundations for a successfulcareer. Whatever you study,
you’ll gain industry-relevant
skills and invaluable real-life
experience – on and off campus.
With over 4000 industry partners,
we keep all our courses up-todate with the latest technology
and trends. You’ll benefit frompractical learning opportunities

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including formal work
placements, projects withpartners and collaborators,
structured volunteering andeven paid employment.
From FIFA to SAP, Western
Health to Cisco, local and global
businesses can provide you withreal workplace experience, andthose based on campus can help
you develop your skills in sharedstate-of-the-art facilities.

Hear from VU
international students
about employability andcareer support

MY DEGREE EQUIPPED ME
WITH THE SKILLS AND
COMPETENCIES I NEEDED, AND
THE PROFESSIONAL NETWORKSAVAILABLE ENSURED I GRABBEDOPPORTUNITIES AS THEY CAMEALONG.
DIVYA, INDIA
Master of Business

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DURING MY DEGREE, I DID
TWO INTERNSHIPS AND
VU PROVIDED ME WITH
THE RIGHT TOOLS FOR
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH.
IT REALLY BOOSTED MY
CONFIDENCE TO KNOW I’D
BE READY FOR MY FUTURE
CAREER.
NEERAJ, INDIA
Master of Applied
Information Technology

SAP & CISCO

WESTERN HEALTHFIFA

Build up-to-date industry skills
and experience through our close
partnerships with SAP and Cisco, twoworld leaders in business management
software. In 2022, VU was selectedby SAP Australia and New Zealand tohost Australia’s first SAP Academy,
helping our students and others togain the right skills for the jobs of the
future. We’ve also partnered with Cisco
Systems to launch the state-of-the-art
Cyber Security Training Centre at our
St Albans campus.

Gain unbeatable workplace experience
with one of our key partners, Western
Health. Every year, almost 1000 VU
students complete clinical placements
and over 110,000 hours of work-basedlearning at a number of Western Healthlocations. With Victoria’s largest everhospital being built on our doorstep inFootscray, the possibilities for career
progression across many disciplines– health, wellbeing, IT, HR, aged care,engineering, social and youth work –are endless.

VU is now the first university in theworld to become an official FIFA
Research Institute for Football
Technology, developing cuttingedge innovation in partnership withfootball’s global governing body.
Our sport science academics havedeveloped offside technology usedat the 2022 World Cup and new data
insights for Australian Open tennis
players. VU has climbed to 7th in theworld in the 2022 ShanghaiRanking’s
Global Ranking of Sport Science
Schools and Departments.

Our key industry collaborators include:

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EMPLOYMENTSUPPORT FOR THE
CAREER YOU WANTVU is currently ranked thenumber one university in Australia
for graduate professional skills*.
All our courses are designed andregularly reviewed in consultation
with industry leaders to ensure
they stay relevant and up-to-date,preparing you for career success.
In 2022, VU students took part inmore than 26,300 job placements,
facilitated by our Work Integrated
Learning program. We offer a wide
range of employability support
programs and regularly bringindustry partners onto campus
to speak to students, so you candeepen your connections as partof your course.

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Discover more about thegreat career services andsupport at VU

VU EMPLOYCAREER MENTORINGVU Employ is our career advice
service for your job search needs.
Specialist career advisors andindustry partners offer guidanceand consultations, workshops
and mentoring for both casualand career employment.

Our Career Mentoring Program,run by VU Employ, offers theopportunity to learn fromexperienced VU alumni andindustry partners. Choose from a
range of mentors with real-world
experience in your field, and gain
insightful one-to-one advice
about how to transition smoothly
from university into employment.

Learn how to write a resume andcover letter, build your businessprofile, practice interview skills,
develop a career plan and accessour job search board. VU Employ
also offers specialist advice tohelp you understand Australian
work rights and culture, and you
can access the service for two
years after graduation.

You can also work towards
achieving a Career Ready Awardby participating in over 80
hours of career development
activities designed to boost youremployability.

*QILT 2022 Employer Satisfaction Survey – No. 1 for technical skills (application of technical and professional knowledge)
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I RECENTLY GOT A NEW JOB IN AN
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL. I’M A LITTLE
BIT NERVOUS, BUT I KNOW THAT I’LL
DO GREAT. IF YOU GIVE YOURSELF A
CHANCE, YOU’LL BE SURPRISED WITH
HOW WELL YOU CAN DO.
SHAR, THE PHILIPPINES
Master of Teaching (Secondary Education)
Teacher, St Bernard’s College

THE COURSE OFFERED ME
HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE AND
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES.
MY INTERNSHIP AT A VU PARTNER
GAVE ME PRACTICAL WORK EXPERIENCEAND DEVELOPED MY SOFT SKILLS.

MY COURSE COORDINATOR HAD
REALLY GOOD INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS,AND HE CONSTANTLY INTRODUCED US
TO INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS. IT FEELSAMAZING THAT I’VE ALREADY FOUND A
JOB IN MY FIELD.

HANG, VIETNAM
Master of Enterprise Resource Planning
Academic Competence Centre Support Officer, SAP

LAHIRU, SRI LANKA
Master of Project Management
Design Coordinator, Aurecon

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FLEXIBLELEARNING
TO BUILDYOUR DEGREE
Our higher education courses
are taught through our awardwinning VU Block Model. An
innovative and internationallyrecognised teaching and learningmodel, it has a proven trackrecord of academic and career
success for our students.
The VU Block Model is different
to other learning methods as itallows you to focus on one or 		
two subjects at a time, rather
than studying multiple subjects
at once.
This means you'll have more timeto get to know your teachersand classmates, put theory into
practice, apply your knowledge
to real-world scenarios, and build
the skills and confidence needed
to enter your chosen career.

Hear what our international
students love about theVU Block Model

BUILD THE SKILLS YOU NEED
The practical, flexible VU Block Model allows
you to build the skills you need for your career.
We collaborate with industry partners todesign career-focused courses so you can getto where you want to go. You’ll benefit frompractical learning opportunities, including
industry projects and placements. The VU
Block Model has also improved engagement
and results, with unit pass rates over 93% forinternational students in 2022.

HOW VU BLOCKMODEL WORKSSEMES TER 1
BLOCK 1BLOCK 2BLOCK 319 FEB – 15 MAR

18 MAR – 19 APR

29 APR – 24 MAY

ASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTS						SEMES TER 1
BLOCK 1BLOC

19 FEB – 19 APR

29 APR –ASSESSMENTSASSESS◆ Study one subject at a time, infour-week blocks. Some postgraduate
students study two subjects at
a time in eight-week blocks.
◆ Get practical skills and industry
experience that prepares you
for the career you want.
◆ Learn in small, interactive classes
where your voice is heard.

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◆ Enjoy more flexibility for yoursocial life, work, family andeverything else that matters.

CONNECT AND COLLABORATEFLEXIBLE AND ADAPTABLE LEARNING

Your classes are held in interactive
learning spaces, including industry
partner facilities. You’ll collaborate
with your classmates and get real-time
feedback on your assessments as you
progress. It’s a way of learning thatconnects you to other students, to yourteachers and to industry partners – andultimately your chosen career.

Classes are small and collaborative with moreface-to-face time with your teacher. There arealso options to fast-track or pause your studies
if life demands a break. The VU Block Model
allows you to focus on one or two subjects at
a time through three hour classes, three daysa week. Focused, flexible timetables help
you balance study with work and personalcommitments. You’ll also benefit from fasterfeedback on all your assessments.

4-WEEK MODEL: ALL UNDERGRADUATE & SOME POSTGRADUATE COURSESSEMESTER 2BLOCK 4

WINTERBLOCK(OPTIONAL)BLOCK 1BLOCK 2BLOCK 3BLOCK 4

SUMMERBLOCK(OPTIONAL)

27 MAY – 21 JUN

1 JUL – 26 JUL

29 JUL – 23 AUG

26 AUG – 20 SEP

30 SEP – 25 OCT

28 OCT – 22 NOV

4 NOV – 24 JAN

ASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTS

8-WEEK MODEL: SOME POSTGRADUATE COURSESSEMESTER 2CK 2

WINTERBLOCK(OPTIONAL)BLOCK 3BLOCK 4

SUMMERBLOCK(OPTIONAL)– 21 JUN

1 JUL – 26 JUL

29 JUL – 20 SEP

30 SEP – 22 NOV

25 NOV – 7 FEB

SMENTSASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTSASSESSMENTS

WITH THE BLOCK MODEL, THERE ARE FLEXIBLE TIMETABLE OPTIONSTO HELP BALANCE YOUR PERSONAL, PROFESSIONAL AND ACADEMIC
COMMITMENTS. THE BEST THING IS THE CLASSES ARE VERY ENGAGING– MORE LIKE WORKSHOPS WHERE YOU CAN INTERACT WITH STUDENTS
AND STAFF MEMBERS, WHICH WAS REALLY HELPFUL AND EXCITING.
CHESHNA, MAURITIUS
Bachelor of Business17

MAKE THE MOST
OF YOUR TIME AT VU

Get involved in the things thatmatter to you at VU and balance
your study, work and social life.
It all begins at O-Fest, our versionof orientation, where you canmeet and get to know otherstudents, sign up to VU clubs andsocieties or start your own.
Throughout your studies, watch
free open-air movies at our Twilight
Cinema Nights, learn more about
multicultural Melbourne in Cultural
Diversity Week, and enjoy yourself
with friends at one of our endof-subject parties. VU offers theperfect opportunity to discover
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existing hobby. There are several
week-long events throughout theyear that contribute to big ideas
and give everybody a voice on
important topics like sustainability,
inclusion, Pride and refugee
support.
Integrate into the communityand gain valuable experienceand contacts through ourvolunteering opportunities.
V4U is an annual volunteering day
that connects VU staff and students
with communities in Melbourne’s
western suburbs: the heartland
of VU.

Hear what VU
international students
love about campus life

It’s easy to look after your mind
and body at one of our campus
gyms with great facilities,
including pools, indoor sports
courts, athletics track and 		
personal trainers. Enjoy some alone
time and work out on your own, or
join a team and compete against
other universities.

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SUPPORTING
YOUR SUCCESSAt VU, we believe in learning
environments where everyone
feels welcome, comfortable
and heard. Our diverse andwelcoming community is set up
to support you from orientation
to graduation. We want you toachieve your best and enjoy all
the benefits of an international
education.
To help this happen, we offer
extensive support services to help
you settle in and get the mostfrom your time here. VU advisors
are available to assist you with20

Find out more
about our student
support services

life and work advice, learning
support and accessibility services.
We also offer free and confidential
counselling and on-campus healthadvice to all our students.
From meeting you at the airport
when you first arrive in Australia
to providing free employment
guidance for up to two years after
graduation, VU support staff willbe there from day one to help you
achieve your goals.

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I WOULD DEFINITELYRECOMMEND VU BECAUSE
OF THE SUPPORT IT GAVEME AND BECAUSE OF THE
SENSE OF COMMUNITY
AND BELONGINGBETWEEN THE STAFF,
THE LECTURERS AND MY
CLASSMATES.
DIANA, COLOMBIA
Master of International
Community Development

AIRPORT PICK-UP

STUDENT SUCCESS PLANS

VUHQWhen you first arrive in
Melbourne, we can welcome youat the airport and take you to youraccommodation. This free service
is available if you register yourrequest at least 5 days before yourarrival. You will be greeted in thearrivals hall at Melbourne Airport.

VU Student Advisors are trained to
discuss your university study goals
to keep you motivated and inspired
to reach your dream career. They
can help you develop a SuccessPlan, tailored to your situation, so
you can spend more time enjoying
everything that VU has to offer.

VUHQ is the name of our student
service centres, your first point ofcontact for assistance, advice andsupport. Located at every campus,
VUHQ’s friendly student advisors
can help you connect with theservices and support you need tosucceed at VU.

INTERNATIONAL SUPPORTLEARNING HUBSCOUNSELLING SERVICES

Adjusting to a new culture andenvironment is both exciting andchallenging. Our International
Student Support team can help
you understand what’s requiredof you as an international student
and make the most of all theopportunities and support
that’s available.

Get in-person study advice andguidance at our on-campus
Learning Hubs. We offer daily
drop-in sessions and practicalworkshops on everything fromwriting skills to time management.
Further help is available via ourstudent mentors and 24/7 online
service, Learning Hub Tutoring.

Free and confidential support
is available to help you develop
practical skills to better manage
your time, money and personalmatters. We can also link you
to community organisations forassistance with cultural issues,
consumer rights, legal issues andwomen’s support services.

Hear from VU
international students
about our student
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INTERNATIONALSCHOLARSHIPSAt Victoria University, we have a strong commitment
to providing high quality, accessible education. We areproud to offer university-funded scholarships to support
international students and reward your achievements, aswell as to accept recipients of government funded awards.

VU BLOCK MODEL® INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPThe new VU Block Model® International Scholarshipsupports all international students starting foundation,
undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) studies
at VU Melbourne in 2024. 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 scholarshipbased on assessment of your previous academic
results. The scholarship is guaranteed if you meet theentry requirements for any eligible course, but 30%
scholarships are limited, so apply as soon as you can.
Successfully complete your first year of study andthe scholarship could be extended or increased for
up to the entire duration of your course. Visit thewebsite for full details, terms and conditions.

GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPSVU welcomes students with scholarships from theirhome government or organisations worldwide,
including the Australia Awards Scholarships offered by
the Australian Government and administered by the
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
vu.edu.au/international-scholarships
australiaawards.com.au

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Discover more
about current
VU international
scholarships

I’M ASTONISHEDBY HOW MUCH I’VE
EXPERIENCED AND
ACHIEVED, AND BY ALL
THE OPPORTUNITIESAND SUPPORT. I COULDHAVE GONE ANYWHERE,
BUT I’M GLAD THAT I
CHOSE VU.
DAISY-ROSE, VANUATU
Bachelor of Business
Australia Award Scholar

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LIVING &WORKING IN
MELBOURNE

Melbourne, the capital city ofVictoria, consistently ranks
among the world’s most liveable
cities, and for good reason. With adiverse and inclusive populationof over five million, the city offers
excellent quality of life in a safe,
attractive environment withendless opportunities, inspirationand entertainment.
There’s an extensive and reliablepublic transport network of
trains, trams and buses, meaning
you can easily travel to all partsof the city and outer suburbs,

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including VU campuses. It’s also
affordable to use VLine trains to
explore the beautiful scenery,
beaches and country towns ofregional Victoria.
With a strong job market across avariety of industries, Melbourne
offers great opportunities tosupport your studies throughpart-time work and gain valuable
postgraduate work experience.

Discover more aboutliving and working in
Melbourne

LIVING IN MELBOURNE
HAS BEEN A GREATEXPERIENCE, WITH LOTS
OF OPPORTUNITIESBOTH PERSONALLY AND
PROFESSIONALLY. I’M
LUCKY TO SAY IT’S MY
SECOND HOME NOW.
IRA, INDIA
Master of Business Analytics

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WORK OPPORTUNITIESWHILE YOU STUDY

AFTER YOU GRADUATE

Melbourne offers a wealth of
employment opportunities acrossvarious industries, from casual
work in areas like retail, hospitality
and customer service to graduate
positions and career development
in healthcare, technology,
engineering, education and somuch more. It’s the perfect place to
get international work experience,develop new skills and 		
kick-start your career.

Many international students choose
to work while living and studying in
Melbourne. An Australian Student
visa (subclass 500) allows you towork part-time up to 48 hours per
fortnight, and full-time during
semester breaks. Working parttime is a great way to support
yourself, develop skills and meet
new people. The VU Block Modelteaching method offers focusedand flexible timetables to help youbalance study with work.

If you’re interested in staying
in Australia to work after you
graduate, you’ll need to get a
relevant working visa before yourstudent visa expires. There are two
options available to you under the
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass485): the Post-Study Work stream
and the Graduate Work stream.

Before applying for jobs in
Melbourne, make sure yourresume is up-to-date and wellpresented. Check in with our VU
Employ team to get the best
advice, including interview
practice, access to our online job
search and information about
work rights. Australia has a strong
system of laws and regulations toprotect the rights of all workers,
including international students.
The current minimum wage is
A$23.23 per hour, but check on the
Government’s fair work website for
updates and further information.

As an international student, you
are required to maintain course
enrolment and ensure satisfactoryattendance and progress. We
strongly advise you to keep up todate about any changes to your visa
conditions, including work rights,
such as the number of hours you
are permitted to work.

The Post-Study Work stream isfor international students who
have recently graduated froman Australian institution in any
discipline. The Graduate Work
stream is for international students
who have recently graduated withskills and qualifications that are
relevant to specific high-demandoccupations in Australia. Both visas
let you live, study and workin Australia for a temporary 		
period of time.

studyaustralia.gov.au/english/
live/work

homeaffairs.gov.au/Trav/Stud/
Post

fairwork.gov.au

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FEES &LIVING COSTS
Before you start your studies, it’sa great idea to prepare a budget
based on your lifestyle andaccommodation choices. To help
you prepare for life in Melbourne,these pages offer an indication ofsome of the costs you may incur.
This is an approximate guide onlyand does not take into accountyour budget and spending habits.

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Find out more
about living costs
in Melbourne

TUITION FEESSTUDY COSTSYour tuition fees will be outlined inyour offer letter. You will need to
pay a tuition fee deposit to accept
your offer. After you commence
your course, you will be invoicedfor each unit (subject) before it
starts. Tuition fees vary by course
and may change.

You might need to buy equipment,
textbooks or clothing, such as a
uniform, for some courses. These
costs are separate from yourtuition fees. Allow approximately
A$650 for books and stationery
each year, plus any compulsory
equipment or uniforms.

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LIVING COSTS
As a condition of your student visa
you must have enough money
to pay the first year costs of yourstay, including your travel andliving expenses.
As of October 2023, the AustralianGovernment expects all new
international students to have
A$24,505 in savings, withfurther funds available for any
accompanying relatives. See thestudent visa application details on
the Department of Home Affairs
website for further details.
The Insider Guides’ Cost of Living
Calculator is another useful way
to help estimate your costs inAustralia.

Living expenses include:◆ Accommodation – $220 to $460
per week (see pages 28-29)◆ Groceries and eating out – $150
to $300 per week
◆ Phone and internet – $15 to 		$30 per week
◆ Entertainment – $80 to $150 		
per week
VU is signed up to the PTVInternational Student Travel
Pass Program, so you can enjoy
unlimited public transport in
Melbourne and beyond from $10
to $20 per week.

HEALTH INSURANCE
You must have Overseas Student
Health Cover (OSHC) to obtain astudent visa. Victoria University
can arrange your OSHC for you,which gives you extra benefits overany policy that you can purchasedirectly. If you would like us toorganise cover for you, it will bepurchased through Medibank, ourpreferred supplier.
vu.edu.au/health-cover

ptv.vic.gov.au
studyaustralia.gov.au

immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas
insiderguides.com.au/cost-ofliving

Check the Insider Guide’s
Cost of Living Calculator

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ACCOMMODATIONUNILODGE VU
VU offers guaranteedaccommodation to new andcontinuing international students,
in partnership with UniLodge.
Our purpose-built, 537-bed
student accommodation complex
is safe, secure and affordable. Itfeatures high-tech study rooms,
gourmet kitchens, dining rooms
and TV lounges, a barista café,
convenience store and rooftop
garden, as well as a basketballhalf-court, BBQ, pool table andtable tennis table. There’s also acinema room with access to Foxtel
services, gaming consoles andmedia players.
UniLodge is next to our Footscray
Park Campus. It’s just a short walkfrom our Footscray Nicholson
Campus and the Footscray
Railway Station, which is a

10-minute trip to the centre 		of Melbourne.
UniLodge features fully-furnishedtwin-share studio apartmentsfrom A$266 per week, as well as
two and six-bedroom apartments.
Unlimited WiFi, membership to
our Residential Life Program, andall utilities are included in thecost. It’s the perfect option if you
want to make friends in a safe andsupportive environment, while
enjoying the convenience of being
close to our key campuses.
UniLodge also has accommodation
options in central Melbourne foranyone who prefers to be rightin the heart of the city, or for use
in rare cases when our Footscraycomplex is entirely full.

Find out more about
UniLodge VU

Room Type

Annual Cost
(52 Weeks)*

Studiotwin-share

From A$266
per week

6 bedroom
multi-share

From A$329
per week

2 bedroom
regular

From A$399
per week

Studio regular

From A$429
per week

Studio deluxe

From A$483
per week*These rates are for UniLodge VU in Footscray in2023 and are per person/per week in Australian
dollars, based on students staying for a full year.
Rates include WiFi, all furniture including bed,desk, study chair, shelves, wardrobe, lounge TV,
ceiling fans, hydronic heating, microwave, electric
cooktop, full fridge, and secure swipe card access.

Images show UniLodge VU

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OTHER OPTIONSVU STUDENT HOUSING SERVICE

If you prefer to rent privately,
options include:

Once you arrive in Australia,
our student housing service canprovide:◆ homestays – live with a local
family in their home for aminimum of four weeks.
VU’s preferred homestay
provider is the AustralianHomestay Network◆ share houses – rent a room ina house and share facilities◆ private rentals – houses,
flats, units and apartments,
usually unfurnished◆ short-stay – hotels, hostelsand private rooms give you
somewhere to stay while you
look for longer-term options.
homestaynetwork.org/vu
realestate.com.au/share
realestate.com.au/rent◆ access to the VU student
housing database – a free
online guide with a list of
property vacancies

We recommended booking
accommodation before you arrivein Australia, at least for the firstfew weeks. An inspection should
be conducted before agreeing toa long-term private rental or sharehouse arrangement.

◆ a student housing guide withtips, checklists and links◆ information about moving in,staying in and moving out ofyour rental property◆ advice and information about
your rights and responsibilities
as a tenant◆ rental information in multiple
languages◆ support with housing issues.

Find out more
about housing andaccommodation

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VU ENGLISH
VU offers a wide range of English
Language Intensive Courses forOverseas Students (ELICOS) at
our City Campus in the centre of
Melbourne. VU English courses
improve your English for life, workand university study, serving as apathway to higher education.
All classes are run by experienced
and qualified ELICOS teaching
staff. As a VU English student,
you have the option of attending
additional free classes and taking

Discover more about
VU English

part in a range of social activities
to further improve your English
language skills.
VU English is home to a Pearson
Test Centre. The Pearson Testof English (PTE) Academic is theleading computer-based English
test, assessing listening, reading,speaking and writing in a single
three-hour test. PTE results arerecognised for university, workand migration applications.

MELBOURNE IS THE PLACE TO
BE, AND VICTORIA UNIVERSITY
IS THE PLACE TO STUDY. THE
HIGH QUALITY OF EDUCATION
AND THE HOSPITALITY OF THE
VU COMMUNITY SET IT APART.
PIERRE, BURUNDI
English for Academic Purposes

CHOOSING THE RIGHTENGLISH COURSE

WANT TO
IMPROVE YOURENGLISH FOR
EVERYDAYUSE?

NEED TO MEETENGLISH ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
TO STUDY AT
VU?

WANT TOPREPAREFOR AN IELTS
EXAM?

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GENERAL ENGLISH COURSES
Elementary to Advanced

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMICPURPOSES (EAP)
Upper Intermediate
to Advanced

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMICPURPOSES - IELTS PREPARATION
Upper Intermediate
to Advanced

FURTHER STUDY OR
YOUR CAREER• INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATIONS• HIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMAS• UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES• POSTGRADUATE DEGREESFURTHER STUDY OR
YOUR CAREERCRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

YOUR CAREERGENERAL ENGLISH
These courses are designed for students with beginner to upper intermediate levels to improve yourEnglish for everyday use and for entry into the English for Academic Purposes course. GE courses areoffered at five levels, from Elementary through to Advanced. Develop your language skills in speaking,listening, reading and writing.
COURSE LOCATIONLEVELSCOURSE CODECRICOS CODE

City Campus (City Tower)

GE 1 (Elementary)
GE 2 (Pre-Intermediate)
GE 3 (Intermediate)
GE 4 (Upper Intermediate)
GE 5 (Advanced)

VNENG

059112E

COURSE FEE

ENTRY

DURATIONINTAKES

A$480 per week
(plus A$200 enrolment fee)

VU English Placement Test

5-10 weeks per level depending on
proficiency

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Jun, Jul, Aug,
Sep, NovENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES (EAP)EAP courses are designed for students with upper-intermediate to advanced levels of English who want
to study foundation, vocational education (TAFE), Higher Education (HE) diploma, undergraduate or
postgraduate courses at VU. Study at one of three levels, from Upper Intermediate to Advanced, andpathway into academic courses at VU.
COURSE LOCATIONLEVELSCOURSE CODECRICOS CODE

City Campus (City Tower)

EAP4 (Upper Intermediate)
EAP5 (Advanced 1)
EAP6 (Advanced 2)

VNELI

082777E

COURSE FEE

ENTRY

DURATIONINTAKES

A$480 per week
(plus A$200 enrolment fee)

EAP4: IELTS 5.0, VU English
Placement Test or completionof GE3.

5-10 weeks per level depending on
proficiency

EAP4: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Jun, Jul,
Aug, Sep, Nov
EAP5: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Jul, Aug,
Sep, Nov

EAP5: IELTS 5.5 or completion of
EAP4.

EAP6: Mar, May, Jul, Aug, Sep, Nov

EAP6: IELTS 6.0 or completion of
EAP5.

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES - IELTS PREPARATIONThis unit is specifically designed to help students succeed at the IELTS test. Develop your language
skills and test strategies to help you pass the IELTS test. This course is suitable for students with upperintermediate to advanced levels of English.
COURSE LOCATIONLEVELSCOURSE CODECRICOS CODE

City Campus (City Tower)

IELTS 5 (Advanced 1)

VNEAP082777E

COURSE FEE

ENTRY

DURATIONINTAKES

A$480 per week
(plus A$200 enrolment fee)

IELTS 5.5, VU English Placement
Test or completion of VU English
EAP45 weeks

Jan, Jul, Dec

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FIND THE RIGHTPATHWAY FOR YOU

Discover more aboutpathway programs at VU

There are many ways to start
your studies at VU. We offer
foundation studies, vocationalcourses, Higher Education(HE) diplomas and English
language courses alongside
our undergraduate andpostgraduate degrees.

your academic goals. Successful
completion of a pathway
course provides admission toa higher level course. Many
courses even provide you withacademic credit, reducing thetime and cost of completing
further studies.

diplomas, and vocational courses
offered by VU Polytechnic. Checkthe online course page for the
primary course you’re interested
in to see what pathway options
exist. A table of VU pathway
courses is also included on page 34of this guide.

Our wide range of pathway
options give you the flexibility
and opportunity to achieve

International students havea range of pathway options –International Foundations, HEvu.edu.au/study-at-vu/courses

PATHWAYS TO YOURCHOSEN CAREERFINISHED HIGHSCHOOL?
Australian Year 12
equivalent

FINISHED HIGHSCHOOL?
Australian Year 11
equivalent

LOOKING TOUPSKILL?
Previous academic
and work experience32• HIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMAS• UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES• TAFE COURSES• INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATIONS• HIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMAS• TAFE COURSES• TAFE COURSES• UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES• POSTGRADUATE DEGREES• POSTGRADUATE RESEARCHYOUR CAREER

UNDERGRADUATE
DEGREESYOUR CAREER

YOUR CAREERCRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATIONS AT VU
The International Foundations program is your pathway to degree programs at VU. It’s an alternative tocompleting an Australian Year 12 certificate (or overseas equivalent) and provides a supportive learning
environment as you adjust to living away from home. Successful completion is a guaranteed pathway into
HE diplomas and the first year of VU degrees.
CRICOSCODE

INTAKE AND
CAMPUS

FEE (PERSEMESTER)International
Foundations(JQAG)

096078F

Jun, Sep

A$11,800

International
Foundations(Extended)(JQAH)

096079E

A$11,800

COURSECity Campus (City
Tower)
Feb, Jun
City Campus (City
Tower)ENGLISHLANGUAGEREQUIREMENTACADEMICREQUIREMENT^UNITS OF STUDY

2 semesters(26 weeks)

IELTS 5.5 (noband less than
5.0)

60% average inAustralian Year11, or equivalent

8 units, including
2 core and 6
elective units

3 semesters(39 weeks)

IELTS 5.0
(minimum of 5.0
in writing)

50% average inAustralian Year11, or equivalent

10-12 units,
including 4 coreand 6 elective
units

DURATION^ Please refer to the VU website for country-specific academic requirements.

HIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMAS
Our one-year HE diplomas have the same curriculum as the equivalent degree, plus additional English
language and academic support to help you achieve your best. Successful completion of a diploma is aguaranteed pathway into the second year of relevant degrees and can offer credit towards other courses.
If you’re interested in studying a degree but don’t feel fully prepared or lack certain requirements, our HE
diplomas are an excellent option.
ENGLISHLANGUAGEREQUIREMENTACADEMICREQUIREMENT^

2 semesters

IELTS 5.5 (noband less than
5.0)

Australian Year
12 completion,or equivalentFirst year unitsof Bachelor of
Business, withextra support

A$14,900

2 semesters

IELTS 5.5 (noband less than
5.0)

Australian Year
12 completion,or equivalentFirst year unitsof Bachelor ofInformation
Technology, withextra support

A$14,300

2 semesters

IELTS 6.0 (noband less than
6.0)

Australian Year
12 completion,or equivalentFirst year unitsof Bachelor of
Education, withextra support

CRICOSCODE

INTAKE AND
CAMPUS

FEE (PERSEMESTER)

DURATION

Diploma of
Business(Enterprise)(VDBE)

075552C

Feb, Apr, Jul, Sep

A$14,900

Diploma ofInformation
Technology(VDIT)

077776D

Diploma of
Education
Studies(EDES)

074359A

COURSECity Campus (City
Tower)
Feb, Apr, Jul, Sep
Footscray
Nicholson Campus

Feb, Apr, Jul, Sep
Footscray
Nicholson Campus

UNITS OF STUDY^ Please refer to the VU website for country-specific academic requirements.

CREDIT
Credit for prior study reduces the length of your course and allows you to graduate sooner by recognisingprevious learning outcomes and qualifications. Many guaranteed pathways and popular admissions
pathways provide credit towards other diplomas and degrees where learning outcomes match. If you
would like to apply for credit during your application, you’ll be able to complete and upload an Advanced
Standing (Credit) application form along with the required supporting evidence.

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PATHWAYS & CREDIT
If you don’t meet the entry requirements for the course you want to study, don’t worry – a wide range of VU
courses offer pathways to further studies, so you can still achieve your academic goals. See the table below
for more details of pathway courses and available credit.
PATHWAY COURSECRICOSCREDIT POINTS*

DESTINATION COURSECRICOS0

VU undergraduate degrees or higher
education diplomas

n/a

96

Bachelor of Business (BBNS)

092944A

72

Bachelor of Accounting (BBAQ)

111080E

Bachelor of Arts (ABAB)

068927B

Bachelor Early Childhood Education (EBEC)

096869G

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education andLeadership (EBCL)

105139H

Bachelor of Education (P-12) (EBED)

071581G

Bachelor of Education Studies (EBST)

093862F

Bachelor of Cyber Security (NBCS)

103891C

Bachelor of Data Science (NBDS)

108667D

Bachelor of Information Technology (NBIT)

071997F

96

Bachelor of Dermal Sciences (HBDS)

092158E

96

Bachelor of Building Design (NBBD)

096484C

144

Bachelor of Construction Management(Honours) (NHCM)

096487M

0

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood
Education and Care

111134G

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (EBEC)

096869G

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education andLeadership (EBCL)

105139H

FOUNDATION PROGRAMSInternational Foundations at VU (JQAG)

096078F

International Foundations at VU(Extended) (JQAH)

096079E

HIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMAS

Diploma of Business (Enterprise) (VDBE)

Diploma of Education Studies (EDES)

Diploma of Information Technology (VDIT)075552C

074359A

077776D

96

96

TAFE CERTIFICATES, DIPLOMAS AND ASSOCIATE DEGREESSHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy

CPC50220 Diploma of Building andConstruction (Building)

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early
Childhood Education and Care

113243H

111132J

111133H

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood
Education and Care

111134G

96

SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

109765E

96

SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

109628C

SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

109628C

144

SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management113244G

SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management113244G

96

Bachelor of Business (BBNS)

092944A

SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of
Hospitality Management

144

Associate Degree in Hospitality and HotelManagement (VAHH)

0100454113245F

Bachelor of Business (BBNS)

092944A

Associate Degree in Hospitality andHotel Management (VAHH)

096078F

192

Bachelor of Business (BBNS)

092944A*Most subjects (units) equal 12 credit points and, studying full-time, you’ll generally complete four subjects per semester (48 credit points). For example, successfully completing the Diploma of
Business (Enterprise) will give you credit for two semesters, enabling you to start directly in the second year of the Bachelor of Business.

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ARTS &
HUMANITIESI HAD A WONDERFUL
EXPERIENCE AT VU. I METPEOPLE FROM ALL OVER
THE WORLD, I HAD THE
BEST LECTURERS ANDNOW I’M WORKING IN AN
INDUSTRY THAT I LOVE.
JANICE, THE PHILIPPINES
Master of Digital Media

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Meet VU graduate
JaniceWhether you’re passionate aboutcommunity or culture, social workor cinema, VU has the course
for you. Our range of arts andhumanities courses combine
strong theoretical foundations
with practical projects andvaluable placements.

A qualification in social,community or youth work will
empower you to follow yourpassion. Through practicallearning, you’ll build confidence
and connections and gain theprofessional experience and skills
to set you up for career success.

Our industry-focused approachmeans you’ll develop the skills,
connections and confidence tolaunch an exciting career. Enjoy
opportunities to contribute to
Melbourne society and culture
with industry placements
spanning the arts, media,
community services and local
government.

If you’re excited by the arts andmedia, follow your passion and
get involved in Australia’s
vibrant cultural sector. With
expert lecturers and majorindustry partners, studying at
VU will inspire you and open up
new opportunities.

CRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

◆ Industry accredited courses◆ 150+ industry partners, including Australian

Discover more about
our exciting rangeof courses inarts and humanities

Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)◆ Strong community partnerships

COURSECODE

CRICOSCODE

INTAKEDURATION(SEMESTERS)CAMPUS

IELTS*

A$ FEE PERSEMESTER

Bachelor of Arts

ABAB

068927B

Feb, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$14,300

Bachelor of Community Development

ABCD

088782D

Feb, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$14,300

Bachelor of Screen MediaABSN

092157F

Feb, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$14,300

Bachelor of Social Work

ABSW

077997B

Feb

8

FP

7.0 (7.0)$15,500

Bachelor of Youth Work

ABYW

074356D

Feb, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$14,300

Graduate Certificate in Digital Media

ATDM

083300A

Feb, Jul

1CC

6.5 (6.0)$16,100

Graduate Diploma in Digital Media

AGDM

083305G

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

2

CC

6.5 (6.0)$16,100

Master of Digital Media

AMDM

083302K

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

4

CC

6.5 (6.0)$16,100

Graduate Certificate in International
Community Development

ATID

061978C

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

1

CC

6.5 (6.0)$15,500

Graduate Diploma in International
Community Development

AGID

085260K

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

2

CC

6.5 (6.0)$15,500

Master of International Community
Development

AMCD

083312G

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

4

CC

6.5 (6.0)$15,500

COURSEUNDERGRADUATEPOSTGRADUATERESEARCH DEGREES AVAILABLE — See pages 56-59

Our accreditation bodies and industry partners include:C AMPUSES:CCCIT Y C AMPUS   FN FOOTSCR AY NICHOL SON  FP

FOOTSCR AY PARK  OL ONLINE  

SAST ALBANS  SSUNSHINE  

W

WERRIBEE

NOTE: Information and fees listed above are for international students commencing a course in 2024. Fees are subject to approval and may change. For some courses, equipment andclothing is required at an additional cost to the course fees listed in this guide, and we recommend you check the website. *IELTS requirement is based on academic test module (overall
score, no band less than). Entry requirements, fees, and CRICOS information in this guide are for courses at VU campuses in Melbourne only.

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BUSINESSEVERYTHING YOU
LEARN IN CLASS, YOU
GET TO APPLY IT IN THE
REAL WORLD. ALL MY
EXPERIENCES AT VU
HELPED ME IN SECURING
A JOB IN MY FIELDIMMEDIATELY AFTERGRADUATING.
CHESHNA, MAURITIUS
Bachelor of Business

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Meet VU graduate
CheshnaIf you’re excited by the idea ofleading a business – or maybe
even starting your own – studying
at VU will empower you with theskills, knowledge and connections
to succeed. Gain extensive
practical experience throughplacements, work-integrated
learning and real-world
industry projects.
Our expert lecturers andbusiness partners bring industry
involvement and expertise onto
campus. Through carefully
updated curriculum, you’ll
develop critical thinking to solve

real problems and graduate
with hands-on experienceand up-to-date digital skills.
Prepare for success with acareer-focused course inaccounting, analytics, finance,
management, marketing,tourism or trade. Studying
one of our specialised degrees
will equip you with the skills,
networks and confidence toadapt to the fast-changing
business world.

CRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

◆ 300+ industry partners◆ Tier One MBA (CEO Magazine 2022)◆ Industry accredited degrees

Discover more about
our wide range ofcourses in businessBachelor of Business majors are available in: Accounting; Banking & Finance; Business Analytics; Event Management; Financial Risk
Management; Human Resource Management; Information Systems Management; International Trade; Management & Innovation;
Marketing; Supply Chain & Logistics Management; and Tourism & Hospitality Management.
†

COURSECODE

CRICOSCODECAMPUS

IELTS*

A$ FEE PERSEMESTER

VDBE

075552C

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

2

CC

5.5 (5.0)$14,900

Associate Degree in Hospitality
and Hotel Management

VAHH

0100454

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

4

FN

6.0 (6.0)$9550

Bachelor of Accounting

BBAQ

111080E

Feb, Jul

6CC

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Business†

BBNS

092944A

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

6

CC

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Psychological Studies/
Bachelor of Business

ABPB

075219E

Feb, Jul

8FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Sport Management

SBSM

084881M

Feb, Jul

6CC

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Sport Management/
Bachelor of Business

SBSB

084880A

Feb, Jul

8CC

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Master of Business Administration(Global)BMAG103253M

Feb, Apr, Jul,Sep, Nov

4CC

6.5 (6.0)$18,500

Master of Business Analytics

BMBU

103256H

Feb, Apr, Jul,Sep, Nov

4CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Master of Enterprise Resource Planning

BMEN

103257G

Feb, Apr, Jul,Sep, Nov

4CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Master of FinanceBMFA103255J

Feb, Apr, Jul,Sep, Nov

4CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Master of Human Resource Management

BMHR

103518B

Feb, Apr, Jul,Sep, Nov

4CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Master of Marketing

BMKT

103519A

Feb, Apr, Jul,Sep, Nov

4CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Master of Professional Accounting

BMAQ

103254K

Feb, Apr, Jul,Sep, Nov

4CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Master of Supply Chain Management

BMSU

103521G

Feb, Apr, Jul,Sep, Nov

4CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

COURSEINTAKEDURATION(SEMESTERS)HIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMAS
Diploma of Business (Enterprise)

UNDERGRADUATEPOSTGRADUATERESEARCH DEGREES AVAILABLE — See pages 56-59
Our accreditation bodies and industry partners include:C AMPUSES:CCCIT Y C AMPUS   FN FOOTSCR AY NICHOL SON  FP

FOOTSCR AY PARK  OL ONLINE  

SAST ALBANS  SSUNSHINE  

W

WERRIBEE

NOTE: Information and fees listed above are for international students commencing a course in 2024. Fees are subject to approval and may change. For some courses, equipment andclothing is required at an additional cost to the course fees listed in this guide, and we recommend you check the website. *IELTS requirement is based on academic test module (overall
score, no band less than). Entry requirements, fees, and CRICOS information in this guide are for courses at VU campuses in Melbourne only.

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EDUCATIONAFTER I COMPLETED MY
COURSE, I WAS QUALIFIED
AS AN EARLY CHILDHOOD
TEACHER. THERE ARE
DEFINITELY A LOT OFOPPORTUNITIES. I WAS
OFFERED A JOB AT MY
LAST PLACEMENT.
SUE, CHINA
Graduate Diploma in Early
Childhood Education

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Meet VU graduate
Sue

Study education and launch ameaningful, in-demand career,inspiring the next generation.
From childcare to school teaching
to adult education, VU offers
world-class, career-focusedcourses, qualifying you towork confidently in a range ofeducational settings.
We emphasise professional
experience and supervised
placements, preparing you for
employment opportunities
in Melbourne and beyond.
Our extensive industry
connections enable you todevelop professional networks,
undertake real-world projects
and pursue rewarding careers.
All teacher education courses
at VU are accredited by theVictorian Institute of Teaching(VIT) and include up to 620
classroom placement hours –well above the requirements forregistration as a teacher.
With high demand and future
growth predicted for teachersand early childhood educators inAustralia, now’s the perfect time
to start your studies.

CRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

◆ 1800+ industry partners◆ VIT accredited courses◆ Up to 620 placement hours

Discover more about
our wide range ofcourses in education

COURSECODE

CRICOSCODE

INTAKEDURATION(SEMESTERS)CAMPUS

IELTS*

A$ FEE PERSEMESTER

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early
Childhood Education and Care

CHC30121

111133H

Jan, Jul

2

FN

5.5 (5.0)$7870

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood
Education and Care

CHC50121

111134G

Jan, Jul

2

FN

5.5 (5.0)

$9085

EDES

074359A

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

2

FN

6.0 (6.0)$14,300

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

EBEC

096869G

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

6

CC

6.5 (6.0)$15,500

Bachelor of Early Childhood Educationand Leadership

EBCL

105139H

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

8

CC

6.5 (6.0)$15,500

Bachelor of Education (P-12)

EBED071581G

Feb, Jul

8

FP

7.0**

$15,500

Bachelor of Education Studies

EBST

093862F

Feb, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$15,500

Graduate Certificate in Education

ETED

083308D

Feb, Jul

1FP

6.5 (6.0)$15,500

Graduate Diploma in Education

EGED

083311J

Feb, Jul2FP

6.5 (6.0)$15,500

Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood
Education

EGEC

0101340

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

2

CC

7.0**

$15,500

Master of Education

EMED

083310K

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

4

FP

6.5^

$15,500

Master of Teaching (Primary Education)

EMPE

083309C

Feb, Jul

4

FN

7.0**

$15,500

Master of Teaching (Secondary
Education)

EMES

084111J

Feb, Jul

4

CC

7.0**

$15,500

ST ALBANS  SCOURSETAFE COURSESHIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMAS
Diploma of Education Studies

UNDERGRADUATEPOSTGRADUATERESEARCH DEGREES AVAILABLE — See pages 56-59

Our accreditation bodies and industry partners include:C AMPUSES:CCCIT Y C AMPUS   FN FOOTSCR AY NICHOL SON  FP

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NOTE: Information and fees listed above are for international students commencing a course in 2024. Fees are subject to approval and may change. For some courses, equipment andclothing is required at an additional cost to the course fees listed in this guide, and we recommend you check the website. *IELTS requirement is based on academic test module (overall
score, no band less than). Entry requirements, fees, and CRICOS information in this guide are for courses at VU campuses in Melbourne only. **Overall IELTS score of 7.0, with no band lessthan 7.5 in Listening and Speaking and no band less than 6.5 in Reading and Writing. ^Overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 7.0 in Listening and Speaking and no band less than
6.5 in Reading and Writing.

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ENGINEERING,CONSTRUCTION &PROJECT MANAGEMENTSTUDYING AT VU HAS
BEEN VERY SPECIAL
FOR ME. THE SKILLS I
LEARNED AT VU HAVEHELPED ME EXCEL IN
MY CURRENT ROLE AND
ACHIEVE MY GOALS.
KIRAN, NEPAL
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Civil Engineering)42

If your dream is to innovate, build
or design the future, VU offers
an exciting range of courses tohelp you launch or develop yourcareer. Benefit from state-of-theart facilities, real-world projects
and collaborative research
opportunities.
With a strong focus on practicallearning, industry experience andenvironmental sustainability,
VU offers innovative degrees incivil, architectural, mechanical,
electrical and telecommunicationengineering. Expert lecturers
bring professional experience toMeet VU graduate
Kiran

the classroom, connecting you
to real examples and industry
partners. Our Engineers Australia
accredited bachelor degrees offer
12 weeks of industry placement.
With further specialised courses
available in building design
and project and construction
management, VU can help you
lay strong foundations for future
career success.

CRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

◆ Engineers Australia accredited degrees◆ #1 university in Australia for technical andDiscover more about
our wide range ofcourses in engineering,
construction andproject management

professional skills*◆ Ranked in the top 300 universities worldwide forElectrical & Electronic Engineering^

Hear more about our
industry-focused learningand outstanding
campus facilities

COURSECODE

CRICOSCODE

INTAKEDURATION(SEMESTERS)IELTS**

A$ FEE PERSEMESTER

CPC50220

111132J

Jan, Jul4S

5.5 (5.0)$7430

Bachelor of Building Design

NBBD

096484C

Feb, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Construction Management(Honours)

NHCM

096487M

Feb, Jul

8FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Civil Engineering)

NHEC

084873M

Feb, Apr, Jul

8FP

6.0 (6.0)$18,800

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

NHEE

084874K

Feb, Apr, Jul

8FP

6.0 (6.0)$18,800

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Mechanical Engineering)

NHEM

084875J

Feb, Apr, Jul

8FP

6.0 (6.0)$18,800

Graduate Diploma in ProjectManagement

NGPM

084871B

Feb, Apr, Jul

2FP

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Master of Engineering

NMEN

084876G

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

4

FP

6.5 (6.0)$19,400

Master of Project Management

NMPM

083306F

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

4

FP

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

ST ALBANS  SCOURSECAMPUSTAFE COURSES
CPC50220 Diploma of Building andConstruction (Building)

UNDERGRADUATEPOSTGRADUATERESEARCH DEGREES AVAILABLE — See pages 56-59

Our accreditation bodies and industry partners include:C AMPUSES:CCCIT Y C AMPUS   FN FOOTSCR AY NICHOL SON  FP

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SUNSHINE  

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WERRIBEE*QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey 2022, ^Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai Rankings), Rankings by Subject 2022.
NOTE: Information and fees listed above are for international students commencing a course in 2024. Fees are subject to approval and may change. For some courses, equipment andclothing is required at an additional cost to the course fees listed in this guide, and we recommend you check the website. **IELTS requirement is based on academic test module (overall
score, no band less than). Entry requirements, fees, and CRICOS information in this guide are for courses at VU campuses in Melbourne only.

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HEALTH & DERMALSCIENCES

WORKING AS A DERMALTHERAPIST, I’M USING
ALL THE SKILLS THAT I
LEARNT ON MY DEGREE.
IT’S GREAT THAT I
HAVE THE SCIENTIFICUNDERSTANDING TO
EXPLAIN EVERYTHING TO
MY CLIENTS.
VANESSA, INDONESIA
Bachelor of Dermal Sciences

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Are you passionate about helping
people to improve their health?
An accredited VU qualification in
health, biomedicine or dermalscience will prepare you to workin an essential industry where you
can make a real difference.
Course options include nursing,midwifery, biomedicine,paramedicine, osteopathy, publichealth, human nutrition andour unique Bachelor of Dermal
Sciences. State-of-the-art
facilities, including simulation
labs, student-led clinics andhigh-tech resources, bring the

Discover why VUnursing graduates
are in high demand

curriculum to life and build yourconfidence in real-world skills.
With extensive industry
connections and placement
opportunities, plus Victoria’s
largest hospital being built on
our doorstep in Footscray, you’ll
graduate job-ready for exciting
career opportunities in Melbourne
and beyond.

CRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

◆ Industry accredited courses◆ 50+ industry partners◆ Extensive clinical placements

Discover more about ourwide range of courses inhealth, biomedicine anddermal sciences

COURSECODE

CRICOSCODE

INTAKEDURATION(SEMESTERS)CAMPUS

IELTS*

A$ FEE PERSEMESTERSHB50121

113243H

Feb

2

CC

5.5 (5.0)$14,089

Bachelor of Biomedical andExercise Science

HBES

096481F

Feb, Apr, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$17,900

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

HBBS

092499F

Feb, Apr, Jul

6SA

6.0 (6.0)$17,900

Bachelor of Biomedicine

HBBM

084869G

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

6

FP

7.0 (6.5)$18,800

Bachelor of Dermal Sciences

HBDS

092158E

Feb, Apr

8CC

6.0 (6.0)$17,900

Bachelor of Health Science

HBHL

092156G

Feb, Apr

6SA

6.0 (6.0)$17,900

Bachelor of Human Nutrition

HBNT

096482E

Feb

6

FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Midwifery/Bachelorof Nursing

HBMA

105376F

Feb

8

SA

7.0 (7.0)$17,900

Bachelor of Nursing

HBNB

080229E

Feb, Apr

6SA

7.0 (7.0)$17,900

Bachelor of Paramedicine

HBPD

092160M

Feb, Apr

6SA

6.0 (6.0)$17,900

Bachelor of Science (Honours)(Biomedical Sciences)

SHBM

015074C

Feb

2

FP

6.5 (6.0)$17,900

Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy)/
Master of Health Science

HCOP103517C

Feb

9

CC

7.0 (7.0)$17,900

Graduate Certificate in Global
Public HealthHTGP103253M

Feb, Jul

1CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Master of Global Public Health

HMGP

107823E

Feb, Jul, Sep

4CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

ST ALBANS  SCOURSETAFE COURSESSHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy

UNDERGRADUATESASAPOSTGRADUATERESEARCH DEGREES AVAILABLE — See pages 56-59

Our accreditation bodies and industry partners include:C AMPUSES:CCCIT Y C AMPUS   FN FOOTSCR AY NICHOL SON  FP

FOOTSCR AY PARK  OL ONLINE  

SA

SUNSHINE  

W

WERRIBEE

NOTE: Information and fees listed above are for international students commencing a course in 2024. Fees are subject to approval and may change. For some courses, equipment andclothing is required at an additional cost to the course fees listed in this guide, and we recommend you check the website. *IELTS requirement is based on academic test module (overall
score, no band less than). Entry requirements, fees, and CRICOS information in this guide are for courses at VU campuses in Melbourne only.

45

INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGY

THE WAY THE COURSEIS DESIGNED SUITED MY
CAREER OBJECTIVESAND NEEDS. COMING TOVU HAS BEEN THE BESTDECISION I’VE MADE.

Get set for the future of work withan in-demand qualification in
information technology. Develop
the latest skills and knowledge
across a broad range of fields,from fighting cybercrime to web
or app design, consultancy andsystems administration.

NEERAJ, INDIA
Master of Applied
Information Tecnhology

Our partnerships with high-profile
organisations prepare you forcareer success. Build experienceand industry connections throughprofessional placements andtake on real-world challenges inpractical course units, broughtfrom industry to the classroom.

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Meet VU graduate
NeerajAll our IT courses are accreditedby the Australian Computer
Society (ACS). With state-of-theart facilities, including the Cisco
Cyber Security Training Centre atour St Albans Campus, studying
at VU will give you the edge tosucceed in the fast-changing
world of technology.

CRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

◆ ACS accredited courses◆ #1 university in Australia for technical andDiscover more about
our innovative rangeof IT courses

professional skills*◆ Ranked in the top 200 universities worldwide for
Computer Science & Engineering^

COURSECODE

CRICOSCODECAMPUS

IELTS**

A$ FEE PERSEMESTER

VDIT

077776D

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

2

FN

5.5 (5.0)$14,900

Bachelor of Cyber Security

NBCS

103891C

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

6

FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Data Science

NBDS

108667D

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

6

FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Information Technology

NBIT

071997F

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

6

FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Information Technology(Professional)

NBIP

096870D

Feb, Apr, Jul

7FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Graduate Certificate in Artificial
IntelligenceNTAI

105141C

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

1

CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

NTCS

105066J

Feb, Apr, Jul,Sep, Nov

1CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security

NGCS

103292D

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

2

CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Master of Applied Information
Technology

NMIT

083307E

Feb, Apr, Jul,Sep, Nov

4CC

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

ST ALBANS  SCOURSEDURATION(SEMESTERS)INTAKEHIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMAS
Diploma of Information Technology

UNDERGRADUATEPOSTGRADUATERESEARCH DEGREES AVAILABLE — See pages 56-59

Our accreditation bodies and industry partners include:C AMPUSES:CCCIT Y C AMPUS   FN FOOTSCR AY NICHOL SON  FP

FOOTSCR AY PARK  OL ONLINE  

SA

SUNSHINE  

W

WERRIBEE*QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey 2022, ^Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai Rankings), Rankings by Subject 2022.
NOTE: Information and fees listed above are for international students commencing a course in 2024. Fees are subject to approval and may change. For some courses, equipment andclothing is required at an additional cost to the course fees listed in this guide, and we recommend you check the website. **IELTS requirement is based on academic test module (overall
score, no band less than). Entry requirements, fees, and CRICOS information in this guide are for courses at VU campuses in Melbourne only.

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LAW &CRIMINOLOGYI’M VERY CONFIDENT IN
FINDING WORK WHEN IGRADUATE. VU WORKS
HARD TO ENSURE YOUHAVE THE EXPERIENCE,QUALIFICATIONS ANDCAPABILITIES TO
SUCCEED IN YOUR FIELD.
FARRIZ, SINGAPORE
Bachelor of Law

48

Are you passionate about
launching a meaningful andrewarding career in the justicesystem? As a law or criminology
student at VU, you’ll gain practicallegal experience and build
valuable industry connections.
At our City Campus, in the heartof Melbourne’s legal district,you’ll learn from experienced
legal practitioners and professors.
You’ll have access to our mootcourt and world-class law library,plus opportunities for uniquecourt internships with some ofAustralia’s leading lawyers, judges
and barristers.

Meet VU graduate
FarrizAs a criminology student, you’ll
develop an understanding of
the motivation behind criminal
acts and gain the knowledge andskills needed to help police, legal
and social welfare organisations
address the causes and results ofcriminal behaviour.

CRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

◆ Study in Melbourne’s legal district◆ Excellent industry partnerships◆ Legal internship program

Discover more about
our exciting range ofcourses in law andcriminology

COURSECODE

CRICOSCODE

INTAKEDURATION(SEMESTERS)CAMPUS

IELTS*

A$ FEE PERSEMESTER

Bachelor of Criminal Justice

ABCJ

088599C

Feb, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$14,300

Bachelor of Criminal Justice andPsychological Studies

ABCY095830J

Feb, Apr, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$14,300

Bachelor of Criminology

LBCR

102415F

Feb, Apr, Jul

6CC

6.0 (6.0)$14,900

Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of
Psychological Studies

LBCP

102921K

Feb, Jul

8CC

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Laws

BLAW

040190B

Feb, Apr, Jul

8CC

6.5 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)

BLGE

041647K

Feb, Apr, Jul

6CC

6.5 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of
Criminology

LBLC

102146E

Feb, Apr, Jul

9CC

6.5 (6.0)$15,500

LGML

096290B

Feb, Jul2

CC

6.5 (6.0)$16,100

ST ALBANS  SCOURSEUNDERGRADUATEFPPOSTGRADUATE
Graduate Diploma in Migration Law

RESEARCH DEGREES AVAILABLE — See pages 56-59

Our accreditation bodies and industry partners include:C AMPUSES:CCCIT Y C AMPUS   FN FOOTSCR AY NICHOL SON  FP

FOOTSCR AY PARK  OL ONLINE  

SA

SUNSHINE  

W

WERRIBEE

NOTE: Information and fees listed above are for international students commencing a course in 2024. Fees are subject to approval and may change. For some courses, equipment andclothing is required at an additional cost to the course fees listed in this guide, and we recommend you check the website. *IELTS requirement is based on academic test module (overall
score, no band less than). Entry requirements, fees, and CRICOS information in this guide are for courses at VU campuses in Melbourne only.

49

PSYCHOLOGY &COUNSELLINGVU FOCUSES ON
PRACTICE AS WELL
AS THEORY, WHICH IS
CRUCIAL TO ME STUDYINGHUMAN BEHAVIOUR AND
PSYCHOLOGY AND WILL
BEST PREPARE ME FOR
MY LIFE AND CAREER.
TOOLSIKA, MAURITIUS
Bachelor of Criminal Justice andPsychological Studies

50

Understand human behaviour –how we reason, react and relate– through studies in psychology.
An accredited degree at VU
can prepare you to qualify as aregistered psychologist or launcha career in diverse areas including
counselling, community services,marketing, teaching or humanresources.
Our bachelor degrees in
psychology cover fascinating
topics related to thought andbehaviour, including memory,learning, motivation andemotion. Learn practical skills
in communication, group work

Meet VU graduate
Toolsikaand critical thinking and apply
your learning in a community,
government service or education
setting through our extensive
placement program.
Our industry accredited
postgraduate degrees in
psychology and counselling
will enable you to gain a deeper
understanding of theory
and practice and develop
the experience, skills andqualifications to start yourprofessional career.

CRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

◆ Industry accredited courses◆ 150+ professional placement programs◆ Strong community partnerships

Discover more about
our exciting range ofcourses in psychology
and counselling

COURSECODE

CRICOSCODE

INTAKECAMPUS

IELTS*

A$ FEE PERSEMESTER

Bachelor of Criminal Justice andPsychological Studies

ABCY095830J

Feb, Apr, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$14,300

Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of
Psychological Studies

LBCP

102921K

Feb, Jul

8CC

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Psychological Studies

ABPA

071141K

Feb, Apr, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Psychological Studies/
Bachelor of Business

ABPB

075219E

Feb, Apr, Jul

8FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

ABPC

077996C

Feb, Apr, Jul

8FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Sport Science (Human
Movement)/Bachelor of PsychologicalStudies

SBHP

084877G

Feb, Jul

8FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Master of Applied Psychology (ClinicalPsychology)

AMAL

113430E

Jan

4

FP

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

Master of Counselling

AMPE

042907J

Feb

4

CC

7.0**

$16,100

Master of Professional Psychology

HMPP

103252A

Feb

2

FP

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

ST ALBANS  SCOURSEDURATION(SEMESTERS)UNDERGRADUATEFPPOSTGRADUATERESEARCH DEGREES AVAILABLE — See pages 56-59

Our accreditation bodies and industry partners include:C AMPUSES:CCCIT Y C AMPUS   FN FOOTSCR AY NICHOL SON  FP

FOOTSCR AY PARK  OL ONLINE  

SA

SUNSHINE  

W

WERRIBEE

NOTE: Information and fees listed above are for international students commencing a course in 2024. Fees are subject to approval and may change. For some courses, equipment andclothing is required at an additional cost to the course fees listed in this guide, and we recommend you check the website. *IELTS requirement is based on academic test module (overall
score, no band less than). Entry requirements, fees, and CRICOS information in this guide are for courses at VU campuses in Melbourne only. **Overall IELTS score of 7.0, with no band lessthan 7.5 in Listening and Speaking and no band less than 6.5 in Reading and Writing.

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SPORT &EXERCISE SCIENCEI HAD A GREAT EXPERIENCESTUDYING MY SPORTSCIENCE DEGREE. THE
COURSE PROVIDESGREAT RESOURCES AND
FACILITIES AND HAS A LOT
OF CONNECTIONS WITH
INDUSTRY PARTNERS.
LOANDY, INDONESIA
Bachelor of Sport Science,
Master of Global Public Health52

Kick off an exciting career in sportand exercise science, physicaleducation, outdoor recreation,
sport management and more, at auniversity ranked 7th in the world
for sport science (Global Ranking
of Sport Science Schools andDepartments 2022).
At VU, you can achieve your goals
through industry-embedded
learning with some of Australia
and the world’s most elitesporting bodies. Build industry
connections and learn directlyfrom teaching staff who are also
highly regarded coaches, advisers
and sports professionals.

Meet VU graduate
LoandyBenefit from our 300-plus
partnerships with elite andcommunity sports organisations,
including FIFA, Melbourne Victory
Football Club and the AustralianInstitute of Sport, as well as our$68 million sport and exercise
science facilities at Footscray Park
Campus.
State-of-the-art facilities include
biomechanics, physiology andskilled performance labs, exercise
rehabilitation facilities and the
Altitude Hotel, simulating a highaltitude living environment tosupport research into the impactsof reduced oxygen on physiology.

CRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne), 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane), RTO 3113, TEQSA No. PRV12152, Provider Category: Australian University.

◆ Ranked #7 in the world for Sport Science*◆ State-of-the-art sport facilities◆ 300+ industry partnerships

Discover more about
our exciting range ofcourses in sport andexercise science

COURSECODE

CRICOSCODE

INTAKECAMPUS

IELTS**

A$ FEE PERSEMESTER

Bachelor of Exercise Science(Clinical Practice)

ABHE

084834G

Feb, Apr, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$17,900

Bachelor of Exercise Science(Sport Practice)

ABHD

084833G

Feb, Apr, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$17,900

Bachelor of Outdoor Leadership

SBOL

099055M

Feb

6

FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Physical Education andSport Science

SBPH

088601C

Feb, Apr, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Sport Management

SBSM

084881M

Feb, Jul

6CC

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Sport Management/
Bachelor of Business

SBSB

084880A

Feb, Jul

8CC

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Sport Science

SBSA

096485B

Feb, Apr, Jul

6FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Sport Science (Human
Movement)/Bachelor of SportManagement

SBHS

084878F

Feb, Apr, Jul

8FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

Bachelor of Sport Science (Human
Movement)/Bachelor of PsychologicalStudies

SBHP

084877G

Feb, Jul

8FP

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

AMEP

077582C

Feb, Jul

3FP

6.5 (6.0)$17,300

ST ALBANS  SCOURSEDURATION(SEMESTERS)UNDERGRADUATEPOSTGRADUATE
Master of Clinical Exercise Science andRehabilitation

RESEARCH DEGREES AVAILABLE — See pages 56-59

Our accreditation bodies and industry partners include:C AMPUSES:CCCIT Y C AMPUS   FN FOOTSCR AY NICHOL SON  FP

FOOTSCR AY PARK  OL ONLINE  

SA

SUNSHINE  

W

WERRIBEE*2022 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments.
NOTE: Information and fees listed above are for international students commencing a course in 2024. Fees are subject to approval and may change. For some courses, equipment andclothing is required at an additional cost to the course fees listed in this guide, and we recommend you check the website. **IELTS requirement is based on academic test module (overall
score, no band less than). Entry requirements, fees, and CRICOS information in this guide are for courses at VU campuses in Melbourne only.

53

TOURISM, HOSPITALITY& EVENTSDURING THE COURSE,I LEARNED TO RUN
A SERVICE OF 500
CUSTOMERS AND WAS
INVOLVED IN 10 EVENTS.
IT TAUGHT ME THAT THISIS THE CAREER I WANT
TO PURSUE.
PASAN, SRI LANKA
Certificate III in 		
Commercial Cookery

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Open a world of opportunities
with an industry-focused VU
course in tourism, hospitality
or event management. With
options ranging from vocational
certificates to research degrees,
start your study journey at a pointthat suits your experience andeducation.

Discover more
about ourAustralia-first
School for the
Visitor Economy

With state-of-the-art commercial
kitchens and an award-winning
150-seat training restaurant,
our commercial cookery andhospitality students gain thehands-on experience and skills to
succeed.

VU is a recognised leader in thefield of hospitality and tourism
management. Our unique Schoolfor the Visitor Economy works
with high-level industry partners
to ensure our training, education
and research is closely alignedwith industry needs.

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◆ Ranked in the top 200 universities worldwide for

Discover more about
our exciting range ofcourses in tourism,
hospitality and events

Hospitality & Tourism Management◆ State-of-the-art facilities including 150-seat 			training restaurant*

COURSECODE

CRICOSCODE

INTAKEDURATION(SEMESTERS)CAMPUS

IELTS**

A$ FEE PERSEMESTER

SIT30821 Certificate III in
Commercial Cookery

SIT30821

109765E

Jan, Jul

2

FN

5.5 (5.0)$9043

SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen
Management

SIT40521

109628C

Feb, Jul

3FN

5.5 (5.0)$7618

SIT50422 Diploma of
Hospitality Management

SIT50422

113244G

Feb, Jul

2

FN

5.5 (5.0)$6636

SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of
Hospitality Management

SIT60322

113245F

Feb, Jul

3FN

5.5 (5.0)$7157

Associate Degree in Hospitality
and Hotel Management

VAHH

0100454

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

4

FN

6.0 (6.0)$9550

Bachelor of Business^

BBNS

092944A

Feb, Apr, Jul,
Sep

6

CC

6.0 (6.0)$16,700

ST ALBANS  SCOURSETAFE COURSESUNDERGRADUATERESEARCH DEGREES AVAILABLE — See pages 56-59

Our accreditation bodies and industry partners include:C AMPUSES:CCCIT Y C AMPUS   FN FOOTSCR AY NICHOL SON  FP

FOOTSCR AY PARK  OL ONLINE  

SA

SUNSHINE  

W

WERRIBEE*Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai Rankings), Rankings by Subject 2022. ^Tourism and Hospitality Management is one of a wide range of majors available for the
Bachelor of Business degree. See page 39 for more details.
NOTE: Information and fees listed above are for international students commencing a course in 2024. Fees are subject to approval and may change. For some courses, equipment andclothing is required at an additional cost to the course fees listed in this guide, and we recommend you check the website. **IELTS requirement is based on academic test module (overall
score, no band less than). Entry requirements, fees, and CRICOS information in this guide are for courses at VU campuses in Melbourne only.

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WORLD-CLASS,HIGH-IMPACTRESEARCH
At Victoria University, our world-class researchers areproud of the positive impact their work has locally,nationally and globally. We work closely with industry,
government partners and other research institutions todevelop effective solutions to real-world problems.
With state-of-the-art facilities and an outstanding research
profile – over 70% of our disciplines ranked at ‘world
standard’ or above in the latest Excellence in Research forAustralia report – VU is the ideal place to commence yourresearch career. You’ll benefit from quality supervision,
English language support, research mentoring and regular
workshops and events. Creating an inspiring environment
to empower our researchers is at the heart of all we do.
At VU, we’ve identified five key thematic areas in which we
aim to be world-leading. These themes give our research
focus and purpose, reflecting the impact we want to haveon the world.

Discover more about
research opportunities
at VU

RESEARCH IS
ALWAYS DYNAMIC,AND THERE ARE
ALWAYS QUESTIONSTO ANSWER. HEREAT VU, YOU’LL HAVE
THE REQUIREDRESOURCES TO FOCUS
ON YOUR PASSION.
NAVABEH, IRAN

PhD, Institute for Health & Sport◆ Health, sport and wellness◆ First Nations knowledge◆ New generation skills and workforce impact◆ Green research translation◆ New frontiers in policy, advocacy and justice.

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YOUR ROUTEINTO RESEARCH

If you’re excited about becoming
a qualified research professional,
our expert academics are
passionate about guiding
you to succeed. Undertaking
a research degree at VU will
enable you to develop advanced
skills in research, criticalthinking, problem-solving andcommunication. You’ll benefit
from specialist supervision acrossa wide range of subject areas,
with research degrees focusedthrough our two world-leading
research institutes.

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Discover more about ourworld-leading research
institutes and centres

INSTITUTE FORHEALTH & SPORT

INSTITUTE FOR SUSTAINABLE
INDUSTRIES & LIVEABLE CITIESThe Institute for Health and Sport(IHES) addresses real-world
problems of local, national andglobal relevance in health, sport
and active living. The Institutehas a wide scope, encompassing
research in areas including sport,
exercise science, active living,
chronic disease, biomedical
science, technology, nursing,
psychology and public health.

The Institute for Sustainable
Industries and Liveable Cities(ISILC) aims to create resilient
built environments, globallycompetitive industries and socially
inclusive communities. Our crossdisciplinary approach draws on theexpertise of academic leaders tocreate solutions for today’s social,economic, environmental andtechnological challenges.

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At VU, our tailored range ofdoctoral and research masters
degrees are designed to help
you achieve your academic
ambitions. Research degrees areavailable across all subject areasand campuses, depending on
availability of suitable facilities
and supervision. Our 4-year PhD(Integrated) program offers an
exciting pathway opportunity forstudents with limited researchexperience to undertake
doctoral studies.
COURSEMASTER OF RESEARCH

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

Build on skills and knowledge fromyour undergraduate degree to gainstrong research skills and complete
your own thesis. Your study will
be individualised according to
your academic background, with
options available to complete yourdegree within 1-2 years.

Conduct research that leads to newknowledge or reinterprets existingideas, theories and approaches.
If you already have a coursework
masters but lack researchexperience, our PhD (Integrated)
program provides a pathway into
doctorate studies, still completing
within four years.

COURSE CODE

Doctor of Philosophy

Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)

Master of Applied Research

Master of Research

Master of Research Practice

UPAD
UPAF
UPAE
UPAG

CRICOS CODE
064447F

099052C

INSTITUTE
IEHS
ISILC
IHES
ISILC

URAR

099077E

IHES

URAP

099078D

ISILC

URRE

099079C

IHES

URRS

099080K

ISILC

URPR

099081J

IHES

URPC

099082GISILC

INTAKEDURATION(SEMESTERS)

A$ FEE PERSEMESTER*

Feb, Aug8$16,600 –$19,400

Feb, Aug

8$16,400 –$19,400

Feb, Aug4$16,400 –$19,400

Feb, Aug3$16,400 –$19,400

Feb, Aug2$16,400 –$19,400*Fees vary according to subject area. See website for further details.

Discover more about how toapply for graduate research

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ACADEMIC ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
To study at Victoria University
as an international student,
you need to meet our academic
and English language entry
requirements. For a complete listof academic entry requirements
and international equivalencies,
follow the QR code above or visit:vu.edu.au/entry-international

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Meeting the minimum academic
requirements means you are
eligible to apply for our courses
but does not guarantee entry
into the course. You may also
be required to meet additional
selection criteria such as
minimum age, prerequisites,
personal statement, or aninterview or audition, which areconsidered alongside academic
qualifications.

Check our full academic
entry requirements bycountry

Please note that some courses
may also receive more
applications than the number ofplaces available.
If you do not meet the academic
or English entry requirements
for your intended course, pleasecheck this guide and the online
course page for details of any
pathway options you may be
eligible for.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGEENTRY REQUIREMENTS
You also need to meet our English
language entry requirements inorder to study as an international
student. You must provide
evidence that you’ve completed
an approved English language
test, usually no more than two
years prior to commencing
your studies. For full detailsof our English language entry
requirements, follow the QR code
above or visit:vu.edu.au/entry-international

Check our fullEnglishlanguage entry
requirements

In some cases, you may be eligible
to meet another recognised typeof English language proficiency,such as significant prior studies
in specified English-speaking
countries. If you don’t quite meet
our requirements, you may also
be able to gain access through our
VU English pathway programs. See
page 30 for more details.

◆ International English Language
Testing System (IELTS)
Academic Module

We accept the following English
language tests for entry into
our foundation, diploma,
undergraduate and postgraduate
courses:◆ B2 First (formerly Cambridge 		English: First – FCE)

◆ Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) Internet◆ Pearson Test of English 		(PTE) Academic◆ C1 Advanced (formerly 		
Cambridge English: Advanced –CAE)

See the table below for further
details. Please note that somecourses have higher English entry
requirements than others.

CERTIFICATE, DIPLOMA
AND ADVANCED DIPLOMA.
INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATIONASSOCIATE AND
BACHELOR DEGREEPOSTGRADUATE(INCLUDING RESEARCH)

IELTS (Academic Module): Overall
score (no band less than)

5.5 (5.0)

6.0 (6.0)

6.5 (6.0)

TOEFL Internet: Test score (no section
score less than)

55 (Listening 9, Speaking 16,
Reading 10, Writing 18)

67 (Listening 12, Speaking 18,
Reading 15, Writing 21)

79 (Listening 19, Speaking 19,
Reading 18, Writing 22)

VU English

EAP 4

EAP 5

EAP 6

Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall
score (no section score less than)

42 (40)50 (50)58 (50)C1 Advanced: (formerly Cambridge
English): Advanced - CAE)

162 (154)

169 (169)

176 (169)

B2 First (formerly Cambridge English:
First (FCE)): Overall score (no band
less than)

162 (154)

169 (169)

N/A

EXAMINATION METHOD

Please note that some courses have higher English entry requirements than others. Follow the link or QR code above for full details.

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WHAT’S NEXT?
HOW TO APPLY
Discover more about
how to apply

1

CHOOSE YOURCOURSE

Browse courses and explore
options at vu.edu.au. Specificinformation is available forinternational students, including
entrance requirements andcourse details.
vu.edu.au/courses/international

2

COLLECTSUPPORTING
DOCUMENTS

Gather the documents required
to support your application.
Providing the correct documents
when you apply will ensure yourapplication is processed promptly.
You may wish to apply through a
VU-approved education agent. To
find one close to you, visit:

3

APPLY ONLINE

Apply to study at VU using ouronline system, EAAMS. You canapply directly or through anagent. Your entire application will
be managed through this system.
eaams.vu.edu.au

eap.ascentone.com/vu

4

ACCEPT YOUROFFER

Log in to your VU account tocheck your application status.
Once you receive a full offer, youneed to sign your International
Student Written Agreement andpay your tuition fee deposit inorder to accept. Accept your offer
as early as possible to ensure
enough time to apply for yourstudent visa.

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5

ARRANGE ASTUDENT VISA

Arrange your student visa throughthe Australian Department ofHome Affairs. Visa processing
times can vary, so apply as soon
as you receive your Certificate ofEnrolment (CoE) from VU.
homeaffairs.gov.au/visas

6

ENROL

Once you have received yourstudent visa, you can enrol in yourcourse online before you arrivein Australia if you are studying
a higher education diploma,
bachelor or postgraduate(coursework) program. Otherwise,
you can enrol in person when you
come to campus for orientation.

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THE VU MENTORING PROGRAM WAS LIFE-CHANGING. THE
UNIVERSITY PARTNERED ME WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS THATWERE RELEVANT TO MY CAREER. SPENDING TIME WITH MY
MENTORS GAVE ME A SNEAK-PEEK INTO THE INDUSTRY
THAT I WANTED TO BE A PART OF, WHICH ALLOWED ME TO
VISUALISE MY FUTURE.
JANICE, THE PHILIPPINES
Science Master of Applied Information Technology

WE'RE HERE FOR YOU
Contact us

Get in touch with our team at
vu.edu.au/contact-international

Visit:
vu.edu.au/international

Victoria University International
PO Box 14428
Melbourne, Victoria 8001
Australia

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Victoria University acknowledges, recognises and respects the Ancestors, Elders and families of the Bunurong/
Boonwurrung, Wadawurrung and Wurundjeri/Woiwurrung of the Kulin Nation who are the Traditional Ownersof University land in Victoria, the Gadigal and Guring-gai of the Eora Nation who are the Traditional Ownersof University land in Sydney, and the Yulara/Yugarapu and Turrbal Nation who are the Traditional Owners of
University land in Brisbane.
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The information in this publication was current at the publication date, November 2023. It is provided as information only and does not form any part of a contract between any
person and Victoria University.
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