All Levels
Course Champion Award
Partial tuition (see VU Sydney)
Victoria University Sydney - ECA
Sydney, Australia
"Victoria University degrees in the Sydney CBD, run with ECA"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#696 (QS)
PSW VISA
2-3 years (subclass 485)
About Victoria University Sydney - ECA
VU Sydney is a Victoria University campus at 160-166 Sussex Street in the Sydney CBD, near Darling Harbour, run in partnership with the Education Centre of Australia (ECA). It teaches VU degrees in business, IT, cyber security, accounting, supply chain, business analytics and early childhood education using VU's Block Model, and students graduate with a Victoria University award.
Rankings & Recognition
#696
Victoria University is ranked #=696 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (741-750 in QS 2026).
Accreditations & Memberships
Delivered with Education Centre of Australia (ECA)
VU Block Model
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Victoria University Sydney - ECA's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1916
VU Founded
#=696
QS 2027 (VU)
Education Centre of Australia
Partner
160-166 Sussex St, Sydney
Location
Up to 5 per year
Intakes
Popular Programs
Business
Information Technology
Cyber Security
Business Analytics
Professional Accounting
Early Childhood Education
Application Details
Application Route
Via ECA (apply@vusydney.edu.au)
Intakes
Feb, Apr, Jul, Sep, Nov
IELTS - Undergraduate
6.0 (min 6.0 each)
IELTS - Postgraduate
6.5 (min 6.0 each)
IELTS - Diploma
5.5 (min 5.0 each)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS - Undergraduate
|
6.0 (min 6.0 each) |
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IELTS - Postgraduate
|
6.5 (min 6.0 each) |
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IELTS - Diploma
|
5.5 (min 5.0 each) |
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IELTS - Early Childhood (UG)
|
6.5 (min 6.0 each) |
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IELTS - Grad Dip Early Childhood
|
7.0 (S/L 7.5, R/W 6.5) |
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IELTS - Master of Education
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7.0 (each band) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (subclass 500)
Post-Study Work
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled migration (points test)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Course / First Year Champion
Career Outcomes
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
VU Sydney is a seven-level campus at 160-166 Sussex Street, Sydney NSW 2000, near Darling Harbour. It has computer labs, a resource centre and a student lounge.
Campus Details
Sussex
St campus
7
levels
Sydney
CBD
Campus Forecast
Sydney CBD
Sussex Street
Darling Harbour
Humid subtropical climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Sydney CBD student apartments and share rentals
Dining
Darling Harbour and CBD food courts nearby
Health & Wellness
OSHC health cover required; on-campus health and counselling
Activities & Clubs
ECA student events
Sydney city life
State Library nearby
Diversity & Demographics
Study Mode
On campus, Block Model
Cost Deep-Dive
Bachelor (2026)
AUD 33,800-36,800 / year
Master's (2026)
AUD 33,800-40,800 / year
Diploma (2026)
AUD 33,000 / year
Living Cost (Govt minimum)
AUD 29,710 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Most VU Sydney courses take new students in February, April, July and September; IT, cyber security and several master's courses also start in November.
Scholarships at Victoria University Sydney - ECA
2 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Year 12 equivalent; IELTS 6.0 (min 6.0 each band).
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree; IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 each band).
English Proficiency
IELTS - Undergraduate
6.0 (min 6.0 each)IELTS - Postgraduate
6.5 (min 6.0 each)IELTS - Diploma
5.5 (min 5.0 each)IELTS - Early Childhood (UG)
6.5 (min 6.0 each)IELTS - Grad Dip Early Childhood
7.0 (S/L 7.5, R/W 6.5)IELTS - Master of Education
7.0 (each band)Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Year 12 or degree certificate
English test result (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL)
Statement of purpose (Genuine Student)
CV (postgraduate)
Financial capacity evidence
OSHC health cover
Application Process
1
Choose course
Pick a course on vu.edu.au/vu-sydney and check its entry and English requirements.
2
Apply online
Apply through ECA (apply@vusydney.edu.au) and upload your documents.
3
Get your offer
Receive a conditional or full offer letter.
4
Accept & pay
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and buy OSHC to receive your CoE.
5
Student visa
Apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with your CoE and Genuine Student statement.
6
Arrive & enrol
Arrive in Australia, attend orientation and finish enrolment.
Campus & Location
VU Sydney is a seven-level campus at 160-166 Sussex Street, Sydney NSW 2000, near Darling Harbour. It has computer labs, a resource centre and a student lounge.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Business
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Information Technology
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Cyber Security
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
Diploma
1
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Master's
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Master's
Master of Professional Accounting
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Master's
Master of Business Analytics
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Master's
Master of Supply Chain Management
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