Trades

Get a trade skill under your belt. We offer a range of practical courses in building and construction, hospitality, beauty, plumbing and more to get you started in a sector with real job openings.
Trades
Get a trade skill under your belt. We offer a range of practical courses in building and construction, hospitality, beauty, plumbing and more to get you started in a sector with real job openings.
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Modern, high-tech workshops
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Hands-on learning
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#1 for skills development (QILT)^
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Award-winning learning model
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Industry connected
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Courses in trades

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Bachelor of Business
BBNS | Undergraduate - Bachelor Degree | 3 years full time or longer for part time
Associate Degree in Hospitality and Hotel Management
VAHH | Undergraduate - Associate Degree | 2 years full time or longer for part time
Bachelor of Building Surveying
NBBS | Undergraduate - Bachelor Degree | 3 years full time or longer for part time
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
NHCM | Undergraduate - Bachelor Honours Degree (embedded) | 4 years full time or longer for part time
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering)
NHEC | Undergraduate - Bachelor Honours Degree (embedded) | 4 years full time or longer for part time
Undergraduate Certificate in Architectural Design
NUAD | Undergraduate - Undergraduate Certificate | 0.5 years full time
Undergraduate Certificate in Building Construction Management
NUBC | Undergraduate - Undergraduate Certificate | 0.5 years full time
Bachelor of Architectural Design
NBAD | Undergraduate - Bachelor Degree | 3 years full time or longer for part time
Undergraduate Certificate in Laser Safety
HULS | Undergraduate - Undergraduate Certificate | 0.5 years full time
Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy)/Master of Health Science (Osteopathy)
HCOP | Undergraduate - Bachelor Degree | 4.5 years full time
Bachelor of Applied Movement Sciences/Master of Physiotherapy
HCPT | Undergraduate - Bachelor Degree | 4.5 years full time
Bachelor of Chiropractic Science
HBCS | Undergraduate - Bachelor Degree | 3 years full time

Why choose VU

Trades reconstructed at VU

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Multimillion-dollar facilities
Our multimillion-dollar trade training centre has a 6-star green rating and is home to the Victoria University TAFE construction program.
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Free TAFE
If you're eligible, you won't pay course tuition fees for select Victoria University TAFE courses.
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VU TAFE
All our trades courses in carpentry, plumbing, electrical and more are delivered in high-tech facilities by our TAFE division.
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Women in trades
There’s never been a better time to be a woman in trades. At Victoria University, you’ll fit right in with our diverse students and staff.
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Specialist training salon
Aura at VU is a new, purpose-built salon in the heart of the city. If you study hair, barbering or beauty services, you'll get professional experience here, under the supervision of your teachers.
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Award-winning learning model
Our courses are offered in a number of ways, including in our award-winning interactive e-learning model, and practical hands-on classes.

VU stories

Darren Barnes.
Winning at welding
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
"During my time with VU I gained the opportunity to enter the WorldSkills Australia competition twice, in the welding category. In 2014 I finished 10th in Australia and in 2016 I finished 3rd."
Read Darren's story
Bryce Williamson.
Prize-winning plumber
Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32420, Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services CPC40920
"The resources at VU are excellent and I’ve received so much help from the staff - it’s a great place to study. "
The resources at VU are excellent and I’ve received so much help from the staff - it’s a great place to study.
Bryce's story
Ellie Mcevoy.
How Ellie's making it in the film industry
Diploma of Screen and Media CUA51015 (Specialist Make-up Services specialisation)
"As a result of my placement I got a job working on the Oscar Nominated Film, Lion, and consistent employment in the TV and Film industry ever since."
As a result of my placement I got a job working on the Oscar Nominated Film, Lion, and consistent employment in the TV and Film industry ever since.
Ellie's story
Jacinta Sapwell
Jacinta's interest in electronics helped forge a career
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician UEE30820
"The best thing about VU TAFE courses is the quality of teaching. The teachers are all very happy to help you out and enjoy sharing their knowledge."
The best thing about VU TAFE courses is the quality of teaching. The teachers are all very happy to help you out and enjoy sharing their knowledge.
Jacinta's story

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