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Paris standing in front of a display of signs
17 June 2022
Paris Doehmann had the opportunity to study law, but her real dream was to do something more hands-on. She shares how she’s found her passion for signwriting through an apprenticeship at VU Polytechnic.
Neetan smiling, posing in a gym
16 June 2022
We sat down with Neeten, a passionate fitness teacher at VU Polytechnic, to hear his thoughts on the importance of health and fitness for overall wellness.
14 June 2022
The Young Leaders of the West Youth Forum, hosted by VU Polytechnic at Footscray Park Campus, brought young people from schools across Melbourne’s west to have their say about gambling harm and the normalisation of gambling among young people.
08 June 2022
A pre-apprenticeship gives you a fantastic head start on an apprenticeship, allowing you to lay the foundations for an exciting career in trades. In just a few months you can earn a Certificate II level qualification, with essential skills and hands-on experience that will help you stand out to future employers.
beauty student applying makeup to a client in the VU City Tower
03 June 2022
Feel your best with low-cost health and beauty services, delivered by VU students at the VU City Tower clinics.
31 May 2022
VU today officially opened its commanding 32-storey VU City Tower, with the Governor of Victoria Linda Dessau formally cutting a ribbon and welcoming thousands to Melbourne's newest education landmark.
31 May 2022
From 2023, the new VCE Vocational Major will replace Intermediate and Senior VCAL. This means the VCE will recognise different students equally.
 VU student Josh Risdon holds the A-League trophy and celebrates with fans after Western FC win the 2021/2022 Grand Final.
31 May 2022
Western United FC claim their first piece of silverware, with a 2 goal win against Melbourne City in the 2021/2022 Isuzu UTE A-League Men Grand Final.
30 May 2022
2022 Library Client Survey is open 30 May–12 June: complete survey now and go in the prize draw.
26 May 2022
After a mental health crisis involving a family member, suffering post-natal depression and being diagnosed with breast cancer, Lindy decided to reassess her life and pursue the Certificate IV in Mental Health CHC43315.