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Help make uni life stress free

Making career decisions and starting tertiary study is a major step in a young person's life. If you are the parent or carer of a secondary school student we can give you information to help you support them through university life.

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Information sessions

We will be holding a Parent Information Program on Sunday 19 February 2012 at our Footscray Park and St Albans campuses. The program will provide you with a snapshot of what life is like at VU.

Location Time
Footscray Park Campus
Building L, level 1, room L114		 11am-1pm
St Albans Campus
Building 9, level 1, room 9.101		 2:30-4.:0pm

Who should attend?

Parents/carers and commencing students are encouraged to attend one of the sessions. The information session will provide you with an opportunity talk to our staff and students about courses and life at university.

RSVP

Bookings are essential. Please phone +61 3 9919 2287 to register your attendance.

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Family Day at Orientation

Come along to our Family Day and get a taste of life at VU. You can see where your son or daughter will be studying and pick up information about the services offered to our students.

  • Family Day at Orientation
  • When: 6 March 2012, 2-5pm
  • Where: Footscray Park Campus, Building P courtyard
  • Register now
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Career and study decisions

You can do a lot to help a young person make career and study decisions. Talk to your son or daughter about:

  • their interests, strengths, likes and dislikes
  • what they have learnt from work experience or part-time work
  • their hopes and visions for the future.

Use our website to explore courses that align with your child's interests and strengths.

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Adjusting to university life

Going from secondary school to tertiary study is a big step. We recognise this and provide support for all new students. You can help your child through this time by encouraging them to attend orientation sessions and social and sporting events. These show your son or daughter university life, and give them a chance to meet other students and make new friends. For an indication on what life is like at Victoria University browse the student life page.

If your child is moving to Australia to study, please see international students on our website for information on arriving, living, studying and working in Melbourne.

Studying in 2012

There is a lot of information your son or daughter will need to know. We have prepared a survival guide listing important academic dates, links to support services, and phone number that all VU students should know about.

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Fees, loans and scholarships

When your son or daughter is accepted into a course they will be asked to attend an enrolment session. The enrolment fees and charges vary depending on the type of course your child is going to study. 

Vocational education (TAFE) course fees vary depending on the number of course contact hours. If your son or daughter enrols in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) in a degree, they pay a contribution towards the cost of their education. Some full-fee places are also available.

Other costs include books and equipment, accommodation and general living expenses.

Find out if your son or daughter is eligible for assistance with the cost of their education. Student loans and scholarships are available, and advisers in our financial services area can assist.  

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Facilities and services

We have facilities and services to support learning and help young people get the most out of their university life. Free advice and counselling, housing services, and student equity and disability support services are available. 

We provide employment services to help students plan their career, prepare for work and find a job. Sports and fitness centres and other facilities are available for all students to enjoy. 

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Other useful websites and information

  • The Job Guide
    An annual government publication available online and distributed to all Year 10 students
  • The VTAC Guide 
    A guide to all courses offered through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC)
  • The VICTER Guide 
    Essential reading for all Year 10 students and parents. The guide explains everything you need to know about tertiary study
  • MyFuture 
    An online career exploration and information service
  • Year 12 - What Next? 
    Australian Government guide for Year 12 students planning their post-school education and training
  • Study Assist
    Information about what to study, where and how to apply, and financial advice 
  • Jobs Plus or Skills Victoria 
    Information about apprenticeships and traineeships in Victoria
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Contact us 

Call us on 1300 VIC UNI and one of our friendly staff will assist, or you can submit a question to our support team online.

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