2 %
of all universities worldwide - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
# 1
university in Australia for professional skills - Top university for workplace technical skills (QILT 2022)
# 1
World-class research - 'Well above world standard', 6 research areas (ERA)
# 7
in the world, sports science departments - out of 300 globally ranked institutions (2022) (ARWU)
40,000 +
enrolled higher education, vocational education and training students
Associate Degree in Hospitality and Hotel Management
You will develop your business management potential, get hands-on experience in our hospitality training centre and gain a thorough understanding of the industry's trends and issues. This course prepares you to join the fast growing hospitality and tourism job sector. You will gain an applied knowledge of the major operational, managerial and organisational areas in the industry. You will gain hands-on experience working with industry-standard equipment in the Footscray Nicholson hospitality training centre.
Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education
Our graduate diploma allows graduates of degree programs to become early-childhood teachers. With the current 3-year-old kindergarten expansion in Victoria, this course places you in an excellent position to apply for work as a kinder teacher. You'll study units focused on children from birth to five years, learning how teaching practice can include children and families as capable participants in education. You'll also gain hands-on work experience in a range of settings, including childcare and kindergartens, graduating with expertise in early-childhood learning built on a strong sense of social justice.
Master of Business Analytics
Building on our strong connections with local businesses and international partners, our course gives you hands-on experience and a true feel for using data to solve real-world problems. You will develop a portfolio of projects to present in job applications, based on our continuous review of recent job market demands. Plus, you will have plenty of opportunities to network with industry experts and learn from mentors, supported by our Postgraduate Data Analytics association. This program is offering to graduates access to an extended post-study work visa
Master of Enterprise Resource Planning
Our masters degree in ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) gives you specialised and sought-after expertise. It is highly valued in the industry, as the only course at this level in Australia. We have strong industry connections, offering real-world experience and networking opportunities. During your study, you will develop practical, up-to-date knowledge of SAP software. We offer hands-on experience and online access to SAP programs. You will learn the latest SAP solutions and applications. VU has been awarded a SAP Next-Gen Lab - a SAP initiative for universities that connects students, researchers, and startups with SAP customers and partners to develop new technology innovations.
Master of Applied Information Technology
Areas of focus include cyber security, machine learning and data science. You’ll build on your computing skills, preparing for senior IT roles. Hands-on, practical classes let you develop and enhance the skills shaped out of theory. This course provides flexibility through face-to-face and online learning. ou’ll develop new ideas for the IT field, either through an industry project or research activities designed to lead into a PhD. Our experienced lecturers, excellent research facilities and connections to industry give you the opportunity and support to contribute original and important ideas.
Master of Supply Chain Management
This innovative program takes a holistic approach to hands-on industry practices, focusing on strategies that underpin the global supply chain. Designed for professionals in the field of operations, procurement, warehousing, global trade and transport, the Master in Supply Chain Management develops your real-world experience through internships and industry visits. During your study, you will have access to SAP-SCM and SAP-PP (production and planning) software, teaching you to plan, source and deliver goods in an optimised way. As part of your study, you will have the opportunity to put theory into practice, delivering simple supply-chain solutions and recommendations.
VU Alumni Discount
The VU Alumni Discount recognises the importance of our alumni community as lifelong learning partners and promote lasting relationships between the University and its former scholars. As such, we have introduced a 10% fee discount for VU alumni when they enrol in a new course.
VU Block Model® International Scholarship
The VU Block Model® International Scholarship supports new international students commencing eligible courses at Victoria University (VU) Melbourne in 2024. This merit-based scholarship aims to reward academic achievement and enable ongoing success.
VU International Scholarship
The VU International Scholarship supports new international students who plan to commence their higher education diploma, undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) studies in 2023.
VU Research Training Program Stipend – International
RTP Stipend Scholarships – International are awarded to graduate researchers on the basis of academic merit and research potential.
VU Melbourne City Campus
370 Little Lonsdale Street and 295 Queen Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
VU Sydney Campus
Ground Floor, 160-166 Sussex Street Sydney NSW 2000
VU Brisbane Campus
269 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley, 4006, QLD
Laura Zapata-Ospina
Master of Counselling
Honestly, everything that I learnt during my studies has been extremely important to perform my duties. The masters trained me academically, legally, ethically and culturally to be able to excel in these jobs.
Andy Ackerly
Bachelor of Midwifery / Bachelor of Nursing
All of the theoretical learning at VU is followed by clinical placements to expose students to potential future workplaces.