Foundation/Pathway

International Foundations at VU

Victoria University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

About this program

The International Foundations program at Victoria University prepares international students for tertiary study and offers a guaranteed pathway into the first year of selected undergraduate degrees and higher education diplomas at VU, subject to meeting course entry requirements. The course is comparable in standard to the Australian Year 12 curriculum and provides a supportive environment for students adjusting to living and studying away from home. Key learning areas are mathematics, science and technology, the arts, and business and legal studies. It is offered at VU's City Campus in Melbourne.

Cost & duration

Duration0.6 yr
Tuition (international)A$42,300
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6 overall
PTE50 overall

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International Foundations at VU, Victoria University: 2026