Victoria University
University Overview
QS World University Rankings
#711-720
Number of International students
#3,500
Number of courses
204
Campus
Melbourne CBD、Footscray、St Albans、Sunshine、Werribee、MetroWest (Footscray)、VU Sydney
Class start time
Every February & July
Popular departments
Business,
Health Sciences,
Social Sciences
University Introduction
Victoria University (VU), established in 1916 as a technical school, evolved through several transformations before becoming VU in 2005 under the leadership of Vice-Chancellor Elizabeth Harman.
As a public research university in Melbourne, VU offers comprehensive higher education and TAFE programs across 11 campuses. Known for its advanced technology, artistic campuses, and high-quality education, VU supports students with over 500 scholarships and financial aid for elite athletes and international students. Ranked in the top 2% of global universities by THE from 2018 to 2020 and 45th in the 2022 THE Young University Rankings, VU excels in sports education, ranking 12th worldwide in the 2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities.
Popular Fields
- Business and Management: These courses equip students with practical business skills, blending theory and practice to prepare them for success in the business world.
- Sport and Exercise Science: VU is renowned for its excellence in sport and exercise science, offering high-quality teaching and research opportunities to develop professional skills in this field.
- Education: Education programs emphasize a combination of practical experience and theoretical knowledge, preparing students to become skilled and knowledgeable educators.
- Engineering and Information Technology: These courses provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge in modern engineering and IT, preparing them for careers in the tech industry.
- Health and Nursing: Health and nursing programs combine theoretical learning with clinical practice to ensure students have the necessary skills and knowledge to meet the challenges in the health sector.
- Arts and Humanities: These courses cover a wide range of disciplines, encouraging students to explore and develop their creative and critical thinking abilities.
