College of Arts, Business, Law, Education & IT

The College of Arts, Business, Law, Education and IT educates and guides people from diverse backgrounds who are studying for a career in one of our specialist areas.

Our programs are designed to prepare you for employment, emphasising workplace and community placements. Through our extensive industry connections, you will have the chance to build professional networks, undertake real-world projects while you study, and pursue a rewarding career after graduation.

Whether you are studying for the first time, making a new life in our community, or looking for a career change, we will support you through your learning journey.

Top facilities

Our facilities include creative media studios, cyber-attack spaces, business incubators & more

Award-winning VU Block Model®

Greater focus, more support and proven success with the VU Block Model®

Industry connections

Networks and real-world experience for strong career outcomes

Ranked top 2%

VU is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide

Explore our program areas

The College of Arts, Business, Law, Education and IT has several subprograms that specialise in supporting students to thrive in their area of expertise.

Select the program relevant to you to find out about related courses, partnerships, and opportunities in your discipline area, or find staff contacts.

Study with us

Browse our study areas to discover the course of your dreams.

Arts & humanities

Develop your passions into a fulfilling career in the arts, media, community services, music or the public sector, with a relevant and immersive study program.

Business

Prepare for success in today’s digital business world by studying a career-focused course in accounting, analytics, finance, management, marketing, sport management, tourism or trade – with real industry experience.

Computers & IT

Get set for the future of work with an in-demand, skills-focused qualification in analytics, cyber security, planning systems, information technology, or website and application development.

student teacher in the playground happily playing soccer against a small boy, as lots of children mill around in the background

Education

Launch a meaningful, in-demand career in teaching or education support. From childhood to tertiary education, Victoria University offers a range of world-class, career-focused courses.

Law & justice

Study law and criminology in the heart of the legal district, or gain expertise in criminal justice or legal services at our western-suburb campuses – pick a path to justice at Victoria University.

Hear from our students

Behind the scenes of a screen media placement

I wasn’t sure how I would go and felt quite scared in the beginning but if you’re able to work alongside wonderful people, then you will get something out of [a Work Integrated Learning] experience.

Olivia Dikranis & Abbey Hewat — Bachelor of Screen Media

Olivia & Abbey's story

VU offers a lot of hands-on practical experience in the teaching profession. I've been able to build my professional networks.

Sam Dang — Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50113, Bachelor of Education, Master of Education

Sam's story

I had my heart set on law, and I found out that VU offered a pathway that I didn’t see at any other uni.

Meredith Hunt — Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology

Meredith's story

At VU, I’ve become more independent, done well in my studies and made friends from all over the world. I made a wise decision to come here.

Tri Vu Minh (Vietnam) — Bachelor of Business

Tri's Story

VU will guide you from the time you start your education journey. If you are from overseas and want to feel welcomed, then this is the place where you can learn and grow at the same time.

Nobel Subedi — Bachelor of Information Technology

Nobel's story