Victoria offers a global education, where graduates are equipped to meet the challenges of a complex world, excel in their chosen field and establish a global network of peers. This is where global careers are launched!
World-class institutions
Victoria’s universities rank among the world’s best generating a wealth of talent and ideas.
- The University of Melbourne ranks #1 in Australia (QS World University Rankings 2025, Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024) and is #13 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025) making it Australia’s highest ranked university since the rankings began.
- Monash University is ranked in the top 50 at #37 (QS World University Rankings 2025) and RMIT, Deakin, La Trobe and Swinburne universities also rank in the world’s top 300.
Victoria’s education ecosystem includes a strong network of government funded TAFE institutes which deliver industry-focused vocational education, and independent education and training providers spanning higher education, research, VET, English language and professional training.
Our world-class universities, research and development (R&D) hubs, Vocational Education and Training (VET) organisations and English language schools all work in partnership with overseas providers to design and deliver customised education and training programs and services.
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World-class sustainability achievements
The 2025 QS World University Rankings: Sustainability showcases the outstanding sustainability achievements of higher educational institutions in Victoria, with the University of Melbourne securing the impressive #9 rank and Monash University close behind at #23 among the top 25 institutions worldwide. These rankings are a testament to the dedication of these institutions to prioritising sustainability.
Victoria’s universities also placed well in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024, with RMIT placing #5 in the world and scoring highly for its efforts:
- to ensure equal opportunity and inclusion
- advancing sustainable management of marine resources and coastal ecosystems
- promoting productive employment opportunities
- driving substantial economic growth
- promoting inclusive societies and access to justice.
World-class subject performance
The 2024 edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject features 55 individual subjects across five broad subject areas.
The University of Melbourne (53 study areas) beat all other universities worldwide with their number of top 100 rankings across the entire 55 subjects (areas of study) analysed.
Monash University also featured in the top 100 globally across 45 different study areas.
Subjects in the world's top 10:
- Monash University #2 in the world for Pharmacy & Pharmacology
- The University of Melbourne #9 in the world for Sports-Related Subjects
- The University of Melbourne #10 in the world for Law & Legal Studies
World-class research
Victoria's universities are at the forefront of research, with an impressive 96 disciplines receiving an 'above standard' rating in the latest Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) rankings.
- Deakin University, Monash University and the University of Melbourne received ratings well above the world standard in Medical and Health Sciences.
- Monash University and the University of Melbourne achieved well above world standard in Engineering and Technology.
- Deakin University, Monash University and University of Melbourne achieved outstanding performance well above world standard in Medical and Health Sciences.
- Monash University and the University of Melbourne are recognised for outstanding performance well above world standard in Engineering and Technology.
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