Quick Summary
Victoria University, in Melbourne, Australia, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1916. Ranked #711-720 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 40000 students including 35% from outside Australia. Known for strengths in Sports Science, Hospitality and Leisure Management, Education, it maintains an acceptance rate of 64%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The revolutionary VU Block Model allows students to focus on one subject at a time, leading to higher success rates and less stress.
Subject Strengths
Sports ScienceHospitality and Leisure ManagementEducationNursingEngineering
Founded1916
TypePublic
Total Students40000
Intl Students35%
Faculty Ratio28
CampusUrban
Campus SizeMultiple urban campuses
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationTertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA),AACSB
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#711-720
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Vocational Education (TAFE),Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Research,Short Courses
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Institute for Health and Sport (IHES),Institute for Sustainable Industries & Liveable Cities (ISILC)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA),AACSB
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate64%
IELTS6
TOEFL67
Min GPA2
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · Rolling admissions (Main intake February)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · Rolling admissions (Main intake July)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight work experience for postgraduate applications; domestic students should apply via VTAC; international students should leverage the VU Block Model benefits in statements.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Australian Dollar
UG Tuition
A$30,000/yr
per year · AUD
Living Cost
A$25,400/yr
per year · AUD
PG Tuition
A$34,000/yr
per year · AUD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
A$55,400/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AUD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Vocational Education (TAFE),Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Research,Short Courses programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Sport Management | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Bachelor of Nursing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Master of Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Bachelor of Information Technology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Western BulldogsReal Madrid Graduate SchoolSAPCiscoCity West Water
Notable Alumni
Andrew Gaze,Nicola Roxon,Ali Abdo,Pia Miranda
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Victoria University Whitten Oval,Footscray Park Fitness Centre,Sport and Learning Precinct
Student Clubs
60
Library Resources
VU Library Footscray Park,City Queen Campus Library,extensive digital repository
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available