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ACHIEVE YOUR DREAMS WITH VU PATHWAYSAt Victoria University, we believe that education is the best way to get you on the path to your dreams.

Victoria University (VU) is one of the few universities in Australia to offer both vocational training (TAFE, at Victoria University Polytechnic) and higher education (bachelor degrees) with connections between courses at all levels.

We call the connections between our courses ‘pathways’.

Pathways mean that your dream course and job is within reach, regardless of your study background, prior experience, your ATAR score, or your level of academic achievement.

You can begin your journey at the level suited to your education experience and life stage requirements, gain your qualification and pathway into your destination course/s and career.

Are VU Pathways for me?

Whether you’ve just finished secondary school, or you’re looking for career advancement, new skills or a change in career direction – our pathways are designed for you.

Pathway connections make it possible to start your education journey where you choose. You can start at certificate level, proceed to a diploma, degree and postgraduate courses. You can then exit your pathway when you achieve your immediate goals and re-enter as you choose.

We recognise previous studies and the life and work experiences you bring with you. Find out how you can gain credit towards your study at vu.edu.au/advanced-standing

It’s okay to change your path

Choosing what to do with your future is a big decision, and we know you don’t take it lightly.

But we don’t want you to stress about it. It doesn’t matter whether you’re starting again or changing your mind – our pathways support life-long learning.

MASTER AND DOCTORAL DEGREESFURTHER STUDIES, RESEARCH OR >> EXIT FOR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

GRADUATE CERTIFICATES AND GRADUATE DIPLOMASFURTHER STUDIES OR>> EXIT FOR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

BACHELOR AND HONOURS DEGREESFURTHER STUDIES OR>> EXIT FOR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

DIPLOMAS AND ADVANCED DIPLOMASFURTHER STUDIES OR>> EXIT FOR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CERTIFICATES (I-IV)FURTHER STUDIES OR>> EXIT FOR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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REVOLUTIONISING YOUR EDUCATION

VU: OUR UNIQUE LEARNING APPROACHAt VU we’ve changed the way we teach, to set you up for success in your studies and beyond. Our First Year Model is a revolution in Australia. You’ll complete one subject (or unit) at a time before moving on to the next, unlike the traditional model of juggling four units at once. This all takes place in a smaller, workshop-style class setting with more one-on-one time with teachers. And with VU’s focus on hands-on learning and gaining skills for the workforce, you’ll become more confident and ready for your career.

vu.edu.au/first-year

VU POLYTECHNIC: THE RIGHT BLENDVictoria University Polytechnic’s multi-award winning blended learning model replaces paper-based theory with user-friendly e-learning you can do anytime, anywhere. This means you’ll spend quality time refining your skills in practical face-to-face workshops and on-the-job work placements. At VU Polytechnic, blended learning is flexible, hands-on, work-based and future-focused.

vupolytechnic.edu.au

Higher Diploma advantage

Successful completion of our one-year higher education diplomas provides guaranteed entry into the second year of nominated bachelor degrees. Our selected diplomas in Business, Education and Information Technology can give you a jump straight into the second year of the degree. See pg 4-10 for higher education diploma pathways.

vu.edu.au/vu-college

Foundations at VU

Our Foundations program is a 13-week, tuition-exempt course with guaranteed pathways into various degrees and higher education diplomas. It is available to students who have attempted Year 12 (or equivalent) and have successfully completed an Australian Year 11 or equivalent. You can commence the course in February, mid year or October. See pg 4-10 for Foundations pathways.

vu.edu.au/foundations

“I had an interest in business, but I found a three-year degree daunting, so I started with the diploma. The great thing about the diploma is that you can pathway directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Business.”

Rio Delaney Diploma of Business (Enterprise) Bachelor of Business

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CHOOSE YOUR GUARANTEED PATHWAYThe tables on the following pages demonstrate our guaranteed pathways. This is just a small sample of what can be achieved with VU’s many pathway options. Choose the course on the left based on your own education needs, and pathway into the higher degree on the right.

Of course, you can enter and exit at many levels and courses and transfer between study areas if your interests change while you’re studying. It all depends on your own needs and experience.

vu.edu.au/pathways

ARTS AND YOUTH WORKPATHWAY COURSE AND CODE COURSE

CREDITS

DIPLOMA OF EDUCATION STUDIES – EDES 96

DIPLOMA OF PROFESSIONAL WRITING AND EDITING – 22091VIC 48

CERTIFICATE IV IN LIBERAL ARTS – 22317VIC 24

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – CHC52115 96

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF MUSIC INDUSTRY – CUA60515 96

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF YOUTH WORK – CHC50413 96

DEGREE COURSE AND CODE

BACHELOR OF ARTS – ABAB

BACHELOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – ABCD

BACHELOR OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE – ABCJ

BACHELOR OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDIES – ABCY

BACHELOR OF YOUTH WORK/SPORT MANAGEMENT – EBYS

BACHELOR OF MUSIC – ABMC

BACHELOR OF SCREEN MEDIA – ABSN

BACHELOR OF YOUTH WORK – ABYW

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“I’m glad I chose the diploma pathway program as it served as a stepping stone into my degree. The staff at VU care about your success and they will challenge you in ways you never knew possible. My work placement got my foot in the door and now I’m loving my job as Gallery Host at Hyatt Place Melbourne.”

Shaneal Williams Diploma of Business (Enterprise) Bachelor of Business (Hospitality and Tourism)

BUSINESSPATHWAY COURSE AND CODE COURSE

CREDITS

ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN HOSPITALITY AND HOTEL MANAGEMENT - VAHH 192

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT – SIT60316 144

DIPLOMA OF ACCOUNTING – FNS50215 96

DIPLOMA OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT – SIT50416 96

DIPLOMA OF LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT – BSB51915 96

DIPLOMA OF LOGISTICS – TLI50415 96

DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS (ENTERPRISE) – VDBE 96

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN MANAGEMENT – 22230VIC 48

DEGREE COURSE AND CODE

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS – BBNS

MAJORS:ACCOUNTING

EVENT MANAGEMENTFINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENTINFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENTINTERNATIONAL TRADE

MANAGEMENT AND INNOVATIONMARKETING

SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – BMPF

WHAT ARE COURSE CREDITS?Many of our TAFE courses give you credits towards a higher diploma or degree, so you can complete your studies faster. Most units or ‘subjects’ equal 12 credit points; so 96 course credits would reduce your degree by eight units (or one year full time). Check out pages 4-10 to see examples.

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“My VU pathway gave me the opportunity to follow my dreams and pursue my chosen career path as an educator. I gained a year of credit into the bachelor degree. At the end of my fifth school placement in my final year, I was offered my dream job at a high school in the country.”

Troy Flores Diploma of Education Studies Bachelor of Education (P-12)

EDUCATIONPATHWAY COURSE AND CODE COURSE

CREDITS

CERTIFICATE IV IN LIBERAL ARTS – 22317VIC 24

CERTIFICATE IV IN EDUCATION SUPPORT – CHC40213 0

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE – CHC50113 96

DIPLOMA OF EDUCATION STUDIES – EDES 96

DIPLOMA OF TEACHER EDUCATION PREPARATION – 22451VIC 24

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF EDUCATION STUDIES – EDES 96

DIPLOMA OF TEACHER EDUCATION PREPARATION – 22451VIC 24

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

BACHELOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION – EBEC 0

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION STUDIES – EBST 0

BACHELOR DEGREE (ALL DISCIPLINES) 96

DIPLOMA OF EDUCATION STUDIES – EDES* 96

DIPLOMA OF TEACHER EDUCATION PREPARATION – 22451VIC* 0

DEGREE COURSE AND CODE

DIPLOMA OF EDUCATION STUDIES – EDES

BACHELOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION – EBEC

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION STUDIES – EBST

MASTER OF TEACHING (PRIMARY EDUCATION) – EMPE

MASTER OF TEACHING (PRIMARY EDUCATION) – EMPE MASTER OF TEACHING (SECONDARY EDUCATION) – EMES

MASTER OF TEACHING (PRIMARY EDUCATION) – EMPEOR

MASTER OF TEACHING (SECONDARY EDUCATION) – EMES GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION – EGEC

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (P-12) – EBED

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ENGINEERING, SCIENCE AND ITPATHWAY COURSE AND CODE COURSE

CREDITS

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF BUILDING DESIGN (ARCHITECTURAL) – 22268VIC 144

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF BUILDING SURVEYING – CPC60115 96

DIPLOMA OF BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION (BUILDING) – CPC50210 96

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF BUILDING DESIGN (ARCHITECTURAL) – 22268VIC 96

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF BUILDING SURVEYING – CPC60115 144

DIPLOMA OF BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION (BUILDING) – CPC50210 96

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF BUILDING DESIGN (ARCHITECTURAL) – 22268VIC 96

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF BUILDING SURVEYING – CPC60115 96

DIPLOMA OF BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION (BUILDING) – CPC50210 144

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – 22228VIC 144

DIPLOMA OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – 22229VIC 48

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – 22228VIC 144

DIPLOMA OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – 22229VIC 48

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – 22228VIC 144

DIPLOMA OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – 22229VIC 48

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – VDIT 96

DIPLOMA OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY NETWORKING – ICT50415 96

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – ELECTRICAL – UEE62111 144

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DEGREE COURSE AND CODE

BACHELOR OF BUILDING DESIGN – NBBD

BACHELOR OF BUILDING SURVEYING – NBBS

BACHELOR OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (HONOURS) – NHCM

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS) (ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING) – NHEA

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS) (CIVIL ENGINEERING) – NHEC

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS) (MECHANICAL ENGINEERING) – NHEM

BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – NBIT

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS) (ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING) – NHEE

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE – NBSC

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HEALTH AND BIOMEDICINEPATHWAY COURSE AND CODE COURSE

CREDITS

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

DIPLOMA OF BEAUTY THERAPY – SHB50115 96

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF PARAMEDICAL SCIENCE – HLT51015 96

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – CHC52115 96

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DEGREE COURSE AND CODE

BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL AND EXERCISE SCIENCE – HBES

BACHELOR OF DERMAL SCIENCES – HBDS

BACHELOR OF PARAMEDICINE – HBPD

BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE – HBBS

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDIES – ABPA

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDIES/BACHELOR OF BUSINESS – ABPB

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK – ABSW

DIPLOMA OF BEAUTY THERAPY – SHB50115 0

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCE – HBHL

BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCE (PARAMEDIC) – HBPX 108

DIPLOMA OF NURSING – HLT54115 96BACHELOR OF NURSING – HBNB

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0 BACHELOR OF HUMAN NUTRITION – HBNT

“I always knew I wanted to be a nurse but I needed to mature more, so I waited for a few years and came back to enrol in the diploma. I was practising and working while I studied almost from the start. The placements helped confirm my decision to enter the mental health sector, and accelerating my studies enabled me to finish much quicker. I’m now an associate nursing manager and I love my job, and making a difference in people’s lives.”

Rachel Nin Diploma of Nursing Bachelor of Nursing

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“I worked while studying and every day was a new learning experience. The challenges pushed me to work harder in my studies to understand the theory behind my daily work. My study path was long and diverse, but it did not deter me from reaching my goal. As a role model to my daughter, I was constantly reminded to not give up. I worked as PA to high-profile lawyer Robert Stary while I was studying. Now I’m proud to be a lawyer for his firm, Stary Norton Halphen.”

Marco Man Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice Bachelor of Laws

LAW AND JUSTICEPATHWAY COURSE AND CODE COURSE

CREDITS

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF LEGAL PRACTICE – 22276VIC 48

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF LEGAL PRACTICE – 22276VIC 0

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF LEGAL PRACTICE – 22276VIC 0

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF LEGAL PRACTICE – 22276VIC 0

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF LEGAL PRACTICE – 22276VIC 0

DEGREE COURSE AND CODE

BACHELOR OF LAWS – BLAW

BACHELOR OF LAWS/BACHELOR OF BUSINESS – BBLL

BACHELOR OF LAWS/BACHELOR OF ARTS – LBLA

BACHELOR OF LAWS/BACHELOROF CRIMINOLOGY – LBLC

BACHELOR OF LAWS/BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDIES – LBWP

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF LEGAL PRACTICE – 22276VIC 72

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

BACHELOR OF LEGAL SERVICES – LBLS

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0 BACHELOR OF CRIMINOLOGY – LBCR

CREDIT FOR YOUR EXPERIENCEDid you know your past experience and education can contribute towards your studies? We are committed to recognising all of the learning, experience and qualifications that you have obtained to date. By applying for credit for your skills and past study, you can get your dream qualification sooner, and reduce your study costs.

vu.edu.au/credit

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SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCEPATHWAY COURSE AND CODE COURSE

CREDITS

DIPLOMA OF REMEDIAL MASSAGE – HLT52015 0

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF REMEDIAL MASSAGE – HLT52015 0

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF SPORT DEVELOPMENT – SIS50612 48

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF SPORT DEVELOPMENT – SIS50612 72

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF SPORT DEVELOPMENT – SIS50612 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DEGREE COURSE AND CODE

BACHELOR OF EXERCISE SCIENCE (CLINICAL PRACTICE) – ABHE

BACHELOR OF EXERCISE SCIENCE (SPORT PRACTICE) – ABHD

BACHELOR OF FITNESS – SBFI

BACHELOR OF SPORT SCIENCE – SBSA

BACHELOR OF OUTDOOR EDUCATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE – SBOE

DIPLOMA OF SPORT DEVELOPMENT – SIS50612 48

DIPLOMA OF REMEDIAL MASSAGE – HLT52015 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF SPORT DEVELOPMENT – SIS50612 72

DIPLOMA OF REMEDIAL MASSAGE – HLT52015 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

FOUNDATIONS AT VU – JYAC 0

DIPLOMA OF SPORT DEVELOPMENT – SIS50612 12

DIPLOMA OF REMEDIAL MASSAGE – HLT52015 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

BACHELOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT SCIENCE – SBPH

BACHELOR OF SPORT MANAGEMENT – SBSM

BACHELOR OF SPORT MANAGEMENT/BACHELOR OF BUSINESS – SBSB

DIPLOMA OF REMEDIAL MASSAGE – HLT52015 0

DIPLOMA OF SPORT DEVELOPMENT – SIS50612 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

DIPLOMA OF SPORT DEVELOPMENT – SIS50612 48

DIPLOMA OF REMEDIAL MASSAGE – HLT52015 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

BACHELOR OF SPORT SCIENCE (HUMAN MOVEMENT)/BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDIES – SBHP

BACHELOR OF SPORT SCIENCE (HUMAN MOVEMENT)/BACHELOR OF SPORT MANAGEMENT – SBHS

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CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

CERTIFICATE IV IN TERTIARY PREPARATION – 22313VIC 0

BACHELOR OF OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP – SBOL

BACHELOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATIONAND SPORT SCIENCE – SBPH

SPORTING SISTERSSisters Bianca and Rosemarie Michetti followed different VU pathways, together. Bianca pursued her passion in sport, while Rosemarie chose Osteopathy, and together they started a successful multidisciplinary clinic focusing on sports and clinical rehabilitation. Bianca says:

“VU helped me through TAFE – when I had little idea of what I wanted to do – through my degree and to where I am now. Thanks to my practical hours, I now have the tools I need to reach my goals no matter what, even if it seems impossible.”

Bianca Michetti (right) Diploma of Sport Development Bachelor of Exercise Science (Clinical Practice)

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STUDYING AT A VU PARTNER INSTITUTE?If you’re already studying at one of the following institutions, you may be eligible to pathway into one of our degree-level courses:

• AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF BEAUTY AND SPA THERAPY

• BENDIGO KANGAN INSTITUTE

• BUILDERS ACADEMY AUSTRALIA

• ELLA BACHÉ COLLEGE

• ELLY LUKAS BEAUTY THERAPY COLLEGE

• THE GORDON INSTITUTE OF TAFE

• SPORTS EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT AUSTRALIA (SEDA)

• TAFE SA

• TAFE NSW

• MACQUARIE EDUCATION GROUP AUSTRALIA

• VICTORIA POLICE

• WODONGA TAFE

Contact us to find out more: pathways@vu.edu.au

WANT TO KNOW MORE?Visitvu.edu.au/pathways

Contact usPhone 03 9919 6100 or 1300 VIC UNI (1300 842 864) pathways.futurestudents@vu.edu.au

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The information in this publication was current at the publication date, August 2018, and is subject to change. It is provided as information only and does not form any part of a contract between any person and Victoria University.

Please check the Victoria University website vu.edu.au for more detailed information.

This pathways guide is relevant to Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents and New Zealand citizens. International students and New Zealand permanent residents should contact: Email: international@vu.edu.au Phone: +613 9919 1164 vu.edu.au/international

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