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Victoria University offers a range of world-class courses to international students, which can be commenced via online, real-time classes in your home country if travel restrictions are in place.

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Welcome to Victoria University - Transcript

Apply to VU

Five international students sitting outside in the street at a table talking.

International applicants

Find course entry requirements, visa information and apply online.

Study abroad in Melbourne

Broaden your education by studying one or more semesters at VU.

International scholarships

VU offers a range of externally-funded and university-funded scholarships to support students.

Study at VU

Ranked in the top 3% universities worldwide, Victoria University (VU) offers world-class qualifications in two of the world’s most liveable cities.

Study at a leading Australian university that offers:

100-plus years of experience in the education sector
an innovative and successful new teaching model
pathways from vocational education to postgraduate qualifications.

Our presence is global, and includes well-established teaching partnerships across Asia. When you study with us, you will be part of a truly international institution.

Why choose VU

Achieve a world-class education and an outstanding career with our unique VU Block Model, industry-focused courses, employment support and inclusive student community.

Award-winning model

VU Block Model won the Victorian International Education Awards 2018, university category

No.1

Employability

We're no.1 in Australia for employability (QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey)

Top ranked courses

Computer science & engineering courses rank in the top #151-250 of THE World University Rankings 2020

VU study locations

Melbourne

We have campuses in the heart of Melbourne's business and legal district, and across the western suburbs. Making the most of industry integration, we have on-site partners, clinics and practical facilities which give you invaluable connections and experience.

Sydney

We offer a number of courses to international students at our Sydney campus.

Brisbane

Find out about Victoria University's international campus in Brisbane.

Partner institutions in Asia

Gain a VU qualification from our partner institutions in India, Malaysia, China, Vietnam, Singapore and Sri Lanka.

Student life

Accommodation at UniLodge Victoria University

VU offers fully-furnished, affordable student apartments adjacent to our Footscray Park Campus.

Clubs & societies

Join a student club or group – it's a great way to meet people who study your course or share similar interests!

Student support

We offer a wide range of support services – from scholarships and financial support, through to academic support, childcare and health and wellbeing services.

Hear from students & graduates

From international student to software developer

My ambition is very simple – to do what I love. I love programming and I want to excel at it, to a greater extent. I would certainly recommend VU to other students. It can bring out the best in you.

Renuka Ranapal (Nepal) — Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Systems Computing)

Renuka's story