Trades

Hone your skills through hands-on trades training, taught by teachers who hold industry relevant qualifications.

Learn hands-on skills a you train in our purpose-built, high-tech trades facilities at Sunshine Campus – designed to simulate real worksites so you hit the ground running from day one on the job.

Whether you're joining us for your apprenticeship or upskilling further in your field with a short certificate, you'll gain real project experience to back up your practical learning. Check out what hands-on at VU means below.

Browse our trades courses

From plumbing to engineering, our hands-on courses can get you qualified – and working – sooner. Explore our range of trades options below (and note: next intake date is shown on course pages).

Real skills, real jobs, real stories

Paris Doehmann
Part of the next gen of signwriters
"I’m very much a hands-on type of person, and I wanted to do something different. This signwriting apprenticeship came up and I thought, ‘This sounds way more exciting than sitting in a classroom and doing more exams.' So I gave it a go."
VU trades student poses in front of machinery.
Top 5 trades in demand for workers
Demand for housing and infrastructure projects is causing a surge in demand for skilled tradies across Australia. So if you're thinking about jumping into trades – there's never been a better time! Discover the trades most in shortage right now.
Alex Morales-Alonso
Lighting the way for women in electrotech
“VU offering fee-free TAFE – I believe it not only allows so many more people to get into a trade, but also depicts the point of difference that VU has. They allow people from all walks of life to come and try something new, and give whatever they would like a go."