Postgraduate studies
A Victoria University postgraduate degree expands your world and enlivens your career prospects. We offer a variety of postgraduate study options, including degrees by coursework, pure research degrees and research degrees with some coursework.
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Coursework degrees
Victoria University offers graduates exciting opportunities for further study based entirely on coursework. Expand your career by completing a graduate… -
Research degrees
Develop advanced skills in research, critical thinking and problem-solving, as you contribute to knowledge that benefits industry and the community.
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Find a course and apply
Find a course and join more than 4,500 students currently studying postgraduate qualifications in a fantastic learning environment at VU.
Find out how to apply for a postgraduate coursework degree, or follow the six steps to becoming a research student at VU.
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One-to-one course and career adviser sessions
If you have thought about a course that you wish to study at Victoria University, we are offering one-to one sessions just for you.
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If you are uncertain about what to study to achieve your career goals you can make an appointment at our Community Gateways program, which offers free career advice in western Melbourne.
Scholarships
We offer a range of scholarships for postgraduate coursework students and scholarships for research students to support you financially during your studies.
Internationally recognised research
Victoria University’s award-winning research focuses on local and global communities, industry and governments. Our six research institutes and seven research centres work with our partners to produce new knowledge that informs future teaching.
“What makes Victoria University’s Institute of Sport, Exercise and Active Living unique is that it brings together all the best people to form a critical mass of expertise.”
- Professor Peter Fricker, Director, Australian Institute of Sport
Career changing degrees
Postgraduate study opens doors; it's not just about getting a promotion, or moving to the next level of your career. It can also be about changing your career direction.
- Bruce Miller
- Bruce began his MBA to climb the corporate ladder. Half way through he changed his career path. He is now Managing Director of an IT recruitment firm.
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Enliven your career at VU
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