Victoria (Melbourne)

Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC. Image courtesy of Tourism Australia.  

Diverse study options

Victoria is home to Australia’s #1 ranked university and offers students a global education that meets the needs and challenges of a complex world. Education providers in Victoria empower graduates to excel in their chosen field and establish a global network of peers.  

Victoria’s universities are renowned for their academic excellence, cutting-edge research and innovative teaching. Victoria is also home to specialist  public TAFE institutes and private training providers offering industry-focused vocational education and training (VET). In addition to our public universities,  independent tertiary providers also offer industry-aligned higher education, , English language courses  to local.  

Study Melbourne Hub 

Melbourne has a dedicated space in the centre of Melbourne designed exclusively for international students.  The Study Melbourne Hub provides everything students need to thrive from free support services and professional development programs, to social events and activities . The Hub’s comfortable spaces to relax and study are also popular with international students enrolled at education provider across Victoria. 

The Study Melbourne Hub in Hardware Lane Melbourne. Image courtesy of Study Melbourne. 

Beyond its capital city Melbourne, Victoria offers world-class education options in its smaller student cities and regional centres, including  Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Gippsland, Mildura, Shepparton, Swan Hill, Warrnambool and Wodonga. 

Studying in a smaller city offers international students the opportunity to become part of the community and experience a more relaxed lifestyle and culture, while receiving a world-class education within 1-5 hours of Melbourne.   

Key industries  

As the economic powerhouse of Australia, Victoria contributes significantly to the nation’s success as the world’s 15th largest economy, making it a global player in trade, investment, and industry.  Victoria is investing heavily in future industries like robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, clean energy, and agritech. These industries offer exciting new opportunities for students and graduates who aspire to work in areas that drive digital and technology advancements. 

Melbourne has one of the largest ICT Research and Development clusters in the southern hemisphere, producing world-leading, commercially focused research. It is also home to some of Australia's best and most innovative research facilities such as the Australian Synchrotron and CSIRO. 

When it comes to biomedical research, Melbourne compares with global leaders like Boston and London. It is home to the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct which is recognised as one of the world’s leading biomedical precincts. 

Melbourne is also: 

• a leading hub for AI and data centres, cyber security, digital games, digital health, FinTech, SportTech, Clean Energy and AgTech 
• the headquarters of world-leading companies including Rio Tinto, SYNNEX, Eventbrite, Alibaba, Mitsubishi, UNIQLO, Medibank, and Mission Foods 
• home to 47% of Australia’s unicorns. 

Stunning landscapes 

Victoria offers so many different regions, attractions and study experiences – and most are located within a few hours’ drive of Melbourne. Discover the diversity and beauty of regional Victoria, from world-class wineries to scenic coastlines and mountain ranges where you can even visit the snow and ski in winter. 

Drive along the world famous Great Ocean Road to see iconic attractions like the Twelve Apostles and Bells Beach. Put on your walking shoes and follow the tracks and trails or explore shops and markets in regional villages and towns.   

About Melbourne 

Melbourne is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable cities by the EIU and it’s easy to see why. The city offers world-leading stability, healthcare, culture, environment, education and infrastructure. 

Centre Place, Melbourne, VIC. Image courtesy of Study Melbourne.