Located in Melbourne, the world’s most liveable city (Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Liveability Ranking 2011-2017), Victoria University (VU) is recognised for its world-class scholarship and research, consistently ranking in the top 4% of universities worldwide by the QS World University Rankings (2016/17).

The University of Opportunity and Success, VU is an open, excellent and internationally engaged university.

With a strong research profile and hundreds of courses in disciplines as diverse as business, IT, sports science and beauty services, VU creates opportunity and success for more than 40,000 students.

Part of a world-class education system, VU has eight campuses in Melbourne (including three in the city centre), a campus in Sydney, and strong international teaching and research partnerships.

VU is one of just a small group of Australian universities to offer both vocational training (TAFE) and higher education, providing graduates with job-ready skills and seamless degree pathways.

Synonymous with globalisation, VU is the university of choice for 14,000-plus international students annually, including more than 8,500 students who study VU qualifications with its internationally recognised partner institutions in the People’s Republic of China, Malaysia, Vietnam and Singapore.

Taking a multidisciplinary approach to research, VU strives to develop innovative research, teaching and engagement in its flagship areas of Sport, Health and Active Living; Education, Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development; and Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities.