Media releases

Federation University and Chisholm Institute have partnered to improve access to degree courses for students in Melbourne’s south-east and Mornington Peninsula regions. 

A pathways agreement will allow students completing specified courses at Chisholm to apply for credits in degrees at Federation University from 2021. 

Study areas covered by the agreement range from community and human services, nursing, education, business and IT disciplines to environmental and conservation science and digital media technologies. Full details are on the University’s website. 

The expansive Berwick campuses of Chisholm and Federation University sit either side of Clyde Road close to major road and rail infrastructure that supports the extensive population and economic growth of the region.   

The values of Federation University and Chisholm Institute closely align around the development of lifelong learning for students from many backgrounds.  

This agreement presents many opportunities for both organisations, including increased options for students to continue their studies, co-development of new courses through Chisholm’s new College of Higher Education and Federation University that meet the needs of industry, and cross-institutional, locally relevant applied research outputs.

Quotes attributable to Federation University Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Duncan Bentley 

“This pathways agreement bears testimony to the high value Federation University and Chisholm Institute place on the importance of lifelong learning.”  

“This agreement encourages Chisholm students to think further about what is possible, and it gives Federation University greater scope to help people lead rich and fulfilling lives in which they are equipped to contribute strongly to their communities.”  

Quotes attributable to Chisholm Institute Director and Chief Executive Officer   Stephen Varty 

“Chisholm is uniquely placed within the south east of Melbourne to offer innovative pathways from vocational studies to degrees and postgraduate study.  

“Through collaboration, state-of-the-art facilities, and a strong connection with the region, Chisholm and Federation University can pave the way for the provision of choice in courses, and pathways for students and school leavers.”