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This section identifies how you might choose units (subjects).  It also explains a bit more about Summer/Winter school, whcih is offered for some units outside normal semester time.

In 'Choose your units':

  • Specialisations & electives

    Find the Specialisations and Elective units offered at Victoria University
  • Summer/winter school study

    Summer and winter school elective units offered at Victoria University.
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  • Student tools
    • WebCT/Blackboard online learning

      Blackboard is the current Learning Management System (LMS) used at Victoria University.
    • Student email

      Check your email often for course updates, student admin matters, & emails from lecturers & fellow students.
    • Student forms

      Forms for applications, enrolment changes, intermission (leave of absence) & advanced standing/RPL.
    • MyVU student portal

      How, when, where and why you access the MyVU Portal. Lists outages and downtimes.
    • IT services for students

      Make the most of VU's information & Technology resources, particularly those offered by the Library & ITS.
    • Communicating with VU

      You'll get updates relating to your studies, services we offer, events & opportunities that may interest you.
    • WorkWizard jobs board

      Career services for students & recent graduates. Register with us to access career counselling & our jobs board.
    • Ask a question (ASKVU)

      Answers to frequent questions: student administration, enrolments, admissions, graduations, alumni & library.

    Essential student tools such as email, portal, WebCT/Blackboard and forms that you might need as a student.

    Student tools
  • Library
    • Access & borrowing

      Access online resources, 'My Library', the Document Request System and other services.
    • Hours & locations

      Find Library locations, when they are open and what services are available
    • Referencing & copyright

      Reference resources correctly and learn the rules related to copyright
    • Researcher support

      Learn how to get published, request research assistance and access the papers and theses from the Research Repository.
    • Contacts & help

      Make contact with the library, ask for help or make a suggestion.
    • About the Library

      Access library annual reports or register for a library training program.

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    Our extensive range of online resources (including eJournals, eBooks and online videos) are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week from wherever you are. You can also visit us at any of our seven campus libraries for help with your information…

    Library
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    • Learning & teaching

      Victoria University's Learning & Teaching website provides learning and teaching resources for teachers.
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      Stay connected with VU wherever you are through your email or our social media channels.
    • New staff

      Make sure you're ready before you arrive, with information to help you on your first day.
    • HR & self-service

      Log in to HR Zone to access your payslips, book leave or to update your personal details.
    • Intranet & staff portal

      Access internal documents and information through the VU Intranet (requires VU login when off campus).
    • IT support for staff

      Find out about the various IT services available to staff or contact the ITS service desk with any enquiries.

    Staff members at VU can access the intranet, VU email, or teaching tools and other resources.

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  • News & events
    • News

      Recent VU news stories - about our students, upcoming opportunities, our research and our achievements.
    • Magazines & newsletters

      Check out VU's magazines and newsletters such as our Connections magazine and Research Matters newsletter.
    • Events

      Upcoming Victoria University events for future students, current students, staff and the VU Community.
    • Find a media expert

      Contact us or search for VU staff who can give expert commentary and opinions on a range of subjects.
    • Media releases

      Official media releases for Victoria University.

    Read about recent events or happenings​ at VU, including staff research, commentary​ and opinion pieces. Our media team also prepares media releases, background briefings and comments from our staff for journalists, broadcasters and producers.

    News & events
  • Contact us

    Business hours

    Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5pm
    Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC +10)

    Postal address

    PO Box 14428
    Melbourne, Victoria 8001
    Australia

    ABN 83 776 954 731
    CRICOS Provider No. 00124K
    Institution No.  (Centrelink) 3P304
    TAFE Organisation ID e3113

    General enquiries

    Switchboard +61 3 9919 4000
    Free-call in Australia 1300 VICUNI (842 864)

    Student service centre +61 3 9919 6100

    International students +61 3 9919 1164

    Security

    For all campus emergencies +61 3 9919 6666
    General security enquiries +61 3 9919 4319

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    Tuesday-Friday
    10:00 am - 8:00 pm AEST

    Local time is:
    Thursday January 17 2013 10:30am AEST

    A breakdown of some key contact areas, including general enquiries, future local and international students, research and academic colleges (previously known as faculties).

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  • About us
    • Vice-Chancellor's welcome

      A message from our Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Peter Dawkins.
    • Vision & mission

      Excellent, engaged & accessible with a distinctive approach to learning, engaged with industry & community.
    • Facts & figures

      A snapshot of the key information about the University.
    • Our history

      VU began in 1916 and is now one of the largest and most culturally diverse universities in Australia.
    • Academic colleges

      Previously called 'faculties', college disciplines deliver learning & teaching, research & knowledge exchange.
    • Administration & governance

      Meet our leadership team and the other areas that guide our operations.
    • Donating to VU

      You can help with offers of educational opportunities, support for scholarships, volunteering your time.

    Victoria University (VU) is one of the few universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education.

    About us
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    • Course handbooks & guides

    • How to apply

      Find out about eligibility requirements and how to apply for entry into any of our courses.
    • Choose your units

      Choose units (subjects) & electives. Some units are offered outside normal semester via Summer/Winter school.
    • Fees & assistance

      We have a range of financial assistance options to help you with the cost of your education.
    • English Language courses

      Beginners to advanced courses in English to help you prepare for further study or IELTS testing.
    • Apprenticeships

      Apprentices receive a more formal education at VU, while gaining work experience with an employer.
    • Corporate training

      VU and industry partners deliver customised training, often through delivery in the workplace.

    We offer undergraduate and postgraduate studies in higher education, vocational education and TAFE. We also have many short courses and tailored training for business and industry.

    Courses
  • Campuses & services
    • Our campuses

      Safety & security: +61 3 9919 6666

      • City Flinders
      • City Flinders Lane
      • City King
      • City Queen
      • Footscray Nicholson
      • Footscray Park
      • Melton
      • Newport
      • St Albans
      • Sunshine
      • VU Sydney
      • Werribee

    • Our facilities

      Our facilities are open to students and the public and include a range of health and beauty services.
    • Sport & fitness

      Improve your health, fitness and sporting career. Take advantage of our sports facilities and activities.
    • Student support

      • International student support

        Our International Student Support team will support you from your initial enquiries through to graduation.
      • Learning & study

        We provide a range of support for all students. Get help with your assignments and much more.
      • Wellbeing & advice

        Health and welfare advice and support to help you get the most out of your time as a student.
      • Housing & finance

        We can provide you with free advice and assistance with housing, tenancy problems and your finances.
    • Corporate services

      • Recruitment & placements

        We can promote your employment opportunities through our 'learning in the workplace' programs for students.
      • Staff development

        Our corporate training, executive leadership & consultancy programs can further develop your staff & business.
      • Venue hire

        Have your next seminar, meeting or conference in one of our venues and let us take care of the catering.
      • Visa skills assessments

        VU performs skills assessment for Permanent Migration (GSM and ENS) Visas and Temporary Workers 457 Visas.

    We have campuses across Melbourne's central and western suburbs (and one in Sydney, too), and we provide a range of services and facilities.

    Campuses & services
  • Careers
    • Career advice in western Melbourne

      Community Gateways - advice on careers and returning to study in the Western region of Melbourne.
    • Job vacancies

      You can find all full time, part time, contract, and casual employment opportunities at VU.
    • Staff awards

      Celebrate some of the recent career successes of VU staff and the University itself.
    • Career services for students

      Access a range of career & employment services to help you plan your career and connect with future employers.
    • Hire or place a student

      Meet your workplace needs with our students through industry, community or practical placements & internships.

    We provide opportunities for employment and career advancement in many general and specialist areas.

    Careers
  • Alumni
    • Alumni benefits

      Access networking events, skills workshops and our Library as well as discounts on a range of services.
    • Connect with Alumni

      Connect with your fellow alumni and Victoria University to share ideas, organise events and socialise.
    • Become a member

      You can choose to join the alumni community as a financial member or participate as a non-financial member.
    • Giving back to VU

      Find out how you can give back to VU, whether by providing work placement opportunities or mentoring students.
    • Access your academic record

      How to obtain a copy of your VU results and qualifications.

    Our alumni community is made up of graduates, past and present staff, and other friends of the University. You can stay in touch with people from related fields of study, work or geographic locations, or volunteer your time as a way of giving back.

    Alumni
  • Study with us
    • Accept your VTAC offer

      Find out how to accept your VTAC offer and secure your place to study at VU in semester 1, 2013.
    • Why choose VU?

      We want you to achieve your maximum potential. Discover everything VU has to offer before you enrol.
    • Your study options

      Students & advisers can learn about courses & pathways options, credits & overseas study options.
    • International students

      Learn with students from all over the world. Improve English skills, study a degree or undertake postgraduate studies.
    • Application & enrolment

      Get your studies started! Find out how application and enrolment works - we're here to help you through the process.
    • Scholarships

      We offer many scholarships including for students from secondary schools in western Melbourne and overseas.
    • Student awards

      We celebrate the successes of some of our students and alumni.

    We can help you decide why to study at VU with information about our entry pathways, scholarships and how to apply.

    Study with us
  • Student life
    • New to VU

      Make sure you're ready before you even start. You can also become familiar with your campus and its services.
    • Enrolment

      All new and returning students need to enrol to officially commence or continue studies.
    • Life on campus

      Take part in leadership groups, sporting clubs, student societies and volunteer opportunities.
    • Calendars & timetables

      The University has dates for enrolments and census dates, as well as teaching and exam periods.
    • Exams & results

      Some of our subjects have exams. Find out where you need to be, what you need to take, and what happens after.
    • Getting help

      We offer support for your study, personal and other needs.
    • Student jobs & placements

      We will provide you with practical work experience during your course in a trade, industry, profession or the community.
    • Study opportunities & awards

      VU is about opportunity. You can study abroad, get a scholarship, get nominated for a range of awards and more.
    • Graduation & beyond

      Information about applying to graduate, ceremonies, academic dress and how to obtain academic records.

    We provide guidance for your arrival and studies, including how to study and earn money, and what you can do at graduation and beyond.

    Student life
  • Research
    • Our approach

      We support responsible, ethical and innovative cross-disciplinary research.
    • Research focus areas

      Our areas of research focus enable us to achieve excellence and develop innovative technologies.
    • Expertise & capability

      Our people, facilities & collaborations enable successful research, consultancy and supervision of research.
    • Featured research projects

      Explore a showcase of our research approach and successes across disciplines.
    • Research publications & reports

      Our research publications can help you find out more about research projects and programs at Victoria University.
    • Graduate research studies

      All you need to know about postgrad research: supervisors, training, scholarships & thesis submission.

    We excel in research, providing you with opportunities for postgraduate study or other research collaborations.

    Research
  • Engage with us
    • Business & industry

      Ways to get involved & take advantage of innovative approaches to teaching, learning & research at VU.
    • Community

      Learn about some of our partnerships and projects that benefit the community.
    • Investment & licensing

      We have expertise, developed technologies and research focus areas have commercial applications for industry sectors.

    We engage with industry and our broader community through a range of projects. You can also hire our students or other resources to help you in your projects.

    Engage with us
  • Success stories
    • Staff

      • English teacher extraordinaire

        Le Son Thanh was VU’s first offshore student to complete a PhD in Australia
        Vietnam-born Le Son Thanh was VU’s first offshore student to complete a PhD in Australia.
      • Lessons in history

        VU lecturer Gary Foley is a renowned Aboriginal activist, writer, historian and performer.
      • Working for women

        Author of Menopause for Dummies, Lily Stojanovska, is a passionate lecturer in Biomedical and Clinical Science at VU.
    • Students

      • Pathways add up

        After completing a Diploma in Accounting, Jimmy found his way to a career through VU's learning pathways.
      • Counting his blessings

        Victorian State Treasurer Kim Wells enrolled as a VU accounting student almost 40 years ago.
      • Banking on change

        Valedictorian Simon Glage
        Valedictorian Simon Glage is a qualified physiotherapist who decided it was time for a career change.
    • Partners & projects

      • Engineering bright futures

        A DVSDS student with iTed
        A unique interactive teddy bear is helping children with autism and other disabilities.
      • Grasping the law

        African communities have gained a better understanding of Australian law thanks to a pilot VU program.
      • Setting off arts out west

        VU's Offset team at the Offset launch
        VU’s annual creative arts journal Offset has been showcasing the work our finest emerging writers and artists.

    People are at the heart of our excellence in teaching, learning and research. Be inspired by the successes of some of our students, staff and projects.

    Success stories
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