Victoria University Is Revolutionising How You Study And Here's Why You Wanna Get Involved

Forget what you know — this is the NEW way to do uni.

Studying after high school or taking on a Bachelors degree at any point in life might feel 100% like the right career move, but choosing where and how to study can be the trickiest part of the process. Especially when there are so many choices.

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With uni courses across the country promoting various benefits, from access to mentors to flexible learning, it can all get super confusing. 

But perhaps what's most important is finding a course that doesn't overwhelm or bombard you — or leave you grappling with everything else going on in your life. 

Which is where Victoria University comes in. VU has a revolutionary new way of studying that knocks the ball out of the park.

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The Melbourne-based university is breaking ground by being the first Australian uni to offer 'Block Model' courses.

The VU Block Model is different to the standard uni course structure in that it allows you to hone in on one study subject at a time. So you complete one unit over four weeks, before progressing to the next — as opposed to juggling four units over a 12-week semester (which can be full-on). This makes your study time much more manageable, focused and engaging. 

It also allows for better support, with smaller classes and more one-on-one teacher time. Of course, more teacher time means feedback on a frequent basis, helping you stay on track and highly motivated.

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Perfect for anyone looking to drive their careers forward while juggling a job, family life, and other hobbies and activities. 

Studying this way keeps things less stressful and much more enjoyable. It's easier to make friends and connections with others on your course, and because you’re focusing on just one unit at a time, you’re on campus a lot less throughout the week. Leaving you more time for everything else going on!

VU's innovative Block Model has already proven to be driving student success. Two years after being introduced, first-year pass rates grew to 87% (13% increase) and distinctions and high distinctions increased to 40%.

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Which is mind-blowing, isn't it?! 

No wonder it’s scooping up awards, including the Australian Financial Review Higher Education Awards 2021 in the category of Teaching and Learning Excellence.

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And VU is now rated number one in Victoria for student engagement.

Undergraduate students can choose to finish their studies faster with optional winter and summer blocks of study, or take time off for work or travel and still finish the year on schedule.

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Because of its flexibility and innovative format, it's getting rave reviews amongst students.

"Several business schools offered me places, but I chose VU because I’d heard about the Block Model. It involves studying one unit at a time in four-week blocks so you can focus better and have more of a life outside of uni. I have to say, it was the best decision I’ve ever made." 

— Emilia Ambrosia - Bachelor of Business.

It's proving to be so popular that it's now been extended to postgraduate courses.

Applications for Victoria University’s February intake close on February 13 (to commence study on February 21 2022). Head here to find out more about the VU Block Model and how it could work for you and your career in 2022.

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