Short courses
Victoria University has a range of study options that can be completed within months – and sometimes days.
These include work-focused learning through our TAFE short courses, diverse 4-week university subjects (single units of study), university certificates, and targeted professional short courses.
Many are offered online, or in a blend of online (real-time or self-paced) and in-person classes.
TAFE short courses
Duration: A few hours to several weeks
Qualification type: Non-accredited | industry accredited, eg First Aid; Construction Induction (White Card)
Eligibility: Open | prerequisites may apply
Fee type: Varies
Delivery: On-campus & online classes
Industry & workplace training
Duration: A few hours to a few weeks
Qualification type: Non-accredited short courses | accredited qualifications
Eligibility: Varies | open
Fee type: Full fee
Delivery: Online | workplace | on-campus
Single units of study
Duration: 4–8 weeks
Qualification type: No qualification, but may count towards a degree
Eligibility: Australian residents & citizens (domestic students) | tourist visa < 3 months | prerequisites may apply
Fee type: Full fee
Delivery: On-campus & online classes
Explore other courses
Can't find what you're looking for? We offer many more courses that can be completed within a year, including diplomas and certificates.
If you're interested in TAFE, browse our offerings, some of which are covered by the government's Free TAFE scheme – that make studying very affordable.
Specialised short courses for professionals include:
