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Find the right course for your career development. We offer a range of postgraduate qualifications that equip you with the skills, knowledge and credentials to advance in your career.
Business Administration
- Master of Business Administration
Develop the strategic, anaytical and financial skills required of senior business leaders.
Duration: 2 years | Units: 12 (7weeks each)
- Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Study four core areas of business and management.
Duration: 8 months | Units: 4 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Certificate in Change Management
Study change management and be prepared to drive change and adjust to new business conditions.
Duration: 8 months | Units: 4 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Certificate in Economics for Business
Study economic principles and be empowered to drive successful economic strategy.
Duration: 8 months | Units: 4 (7 weeks each)
Business
- Graduate Certificate in Business
Choose your units to meet the future of work demands.
Duration: 8 months part-time | Units: 4 (7weeks each)
Finance
- Master of Business Administration (Finance)
Expand your expertise and prepare for financial management and leadership roles.
Duration: 2 years | Units: 12 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Certificate in Finance
Study four key areas of finance and add value to your organisation.
Duration: 8 months | Units: 4 (7 weeks each)
Financial Planning
- Master of Financial Planning
Enhance your foundational knowledge of financial planning and gain advanced skills in the field.
Duration: 2 years | Units: 12 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning
Build your skills in financial planning and understand the ethical and legal requirements of the field.
Duration: 16 months | Units: 8 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning
Continue your professional development in the field of financial planning.
Duration: 8 months | Units: 4 (7 weeks each)
Healthcare
- Master of Nursing
Enhance your practice as a registered nurse and choose from one of two specialisations.
Duration: 2 years | Units: 12 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Certificate in Nursing
Continue your professional development as a registered nurse.
Duration: 8 months | Units: 4 (7 weeks each)
- Master of Public Health
Be able to respond to current and emerging issues in public health and choose from one of two specialisations.
Duration: 2 years | Units: 12 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Certificate in Public Health
Gain the foundational knowledge and skills you need for a career in public health practice.
Duration: 8 months | Units: 4 (7 weeks each)
- Master of Mental Health
Gain contemporary, person-centred knowledge and build a comprehensive mental health practice.
Duration: 2 years | Units: 12 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Certificate in Mental Health
Gain fundamental skills in mental health practice.
Duration: 8 months | Units: 4 (7 weeks each)
- Master of Mental Health Nursing
Gain advanced skills in mental health nursing and meet the ACMHN Credential education requirements.
Duration: 2 years | Units: 12 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing
Build skills in mental health nursing and meet the ACMHN Credential education requirements.
Duration: 16 months | Units: 8 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing
Gain fundamental skills in mental health nursing.
Duration: 8 months | Units: 4 (7 weeks each)
- Master of Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Build the mental health knowledge and skills to successfully engage with children and adolescents across settings.
Duration: 2 years | Units: 12 (7 weeks each)
- Graduate Certificate in Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Gain a strong understanding of child and adolescent mental health and wellbeing.
Duration: 8 months | Units: 4 (7 weeks each)
Teaching
- Master of Teaching (Primary Education)
Build the skills you need to become a primary teacher and apply your learning through classroom placements.
Duration: 2 years 8 months | Units: 14 (7 weeks each)
Learning at VU Online
It’s the 21st century and life is busy. Attending on-campus university classes every week simply isn’t an option for many.
At Victoria University (VU) Online, we make it easy to fit study around existing commitments including work, family and other commitments. Our online learning platform is a virtual one-stop-shop that helps you manage your study 24/7. Access your coursework, resources, assignment details and individual feedback from facilitators, all from the one place.
Learn more about online study with VU OnlineWhy Choose VU?
No.1 for employability
Australia’s top university for employability in the QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey 2019-21.
Top 2% of worldwide universities
Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide by the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2021.
Award-winning study model
The VU Online postgraduate Block Model has won consecutive LearnX Live! Awards for ‘Best Online Learning Model’.
Our award-winning online postgraduate study model
LearnX Awards – Platinum awards for Best Online Learning Model and Best Accessibility eLearning Design.
VU Online’s postgraduate Block Model's single-unit delivery and student-focused approach is producing exceptional results and successful graduates.
What our students say
It was personally satisfying connecting and collaborating with a range of industry professionals. Many have become valuable work contacts, some even lifelong friends and career mentors.
Maxwell Gratton
VU graduate
I am receiving a lot of support from my facilitators and my Student Success Advisor, who boosts my confidence and self-esteem.
Amanda Frape
VU graduate
It's broadened my academic outlook. I look at things a little bit differently than I used to, it has changed my life in a lot of ways.
Jammie Axon
VU Graduate
Ranked among the world’s top two per cent of universities, VU Online is respected by employers and professionals alike.
We offer degrees that empower you to progress over time, putting your dream qualification in reach – regardless of educational background.
Known for industry-focused courses as well as high-calibre facilitators and academics, VU Online combines a track record in tertiary education that puts students first with a deep understanding of contemporary online learning.
Study with VU Online and you’ll be part of a vibrant, virtual community of like-minded peers, actively supported to achieve your professional goals.
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Applicants must hold current registration as a nurse in Australia.
If you are not currently a Registered Nurse (Division 1), you may be interested in studying our Master of Mental Health or Master of Child and Adolescent Mental Health.
Applicants must hold current registration as a nurse in Australia.
If you are not currently a Registered Nurse (Division 1), you may be interested in studying our on-campus Bachelor of Nursing.
Learn moreYou must have a bachelor degree in a cognate discipline (eg. Health Science, Social Work, Education) OR in any discipline with 2 years approved work experience to be eligible for this course. Please see the Entry Requirements for more information or speak to a Student Enrolment Advisor. If you don't currently have a bachelor degree, you may be interested in our on-campus bachelor degrees.
Learn moreYou must have a bachelor degree to be eligible for this course. If you don't currently have a bachelor degree, you may be interested in our on-campus Bachelor of Education.
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