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After two years of COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions, new university and TAFE students will have the chance to experience life on campus with a series of information days to be held next week. 

The Federation University Australia information days will feature campus tours, personalised advice on study options, guidance on adjusting VTAC preferences and information on scholarship opportunities. 

Federation Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Duncan Bentley encouraged potential students to attend. 

It is an opportunity to welcome new students on campus for face-to-face learning in 2022 and  provide them with a snapshot of what to expect. 

Federation offers over 400 courses from TAFE and short courses, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as world-class research.  

The University will bring a range of new offerings next year including a new speech pathology program to address workforce shortages in the health sector, and Australia’s first hybrid TAFE and university degree in food sustainability that combines practical skills training with critical analysis. 

Federation is Victoria’s number one university for student support, skills development, and undergraduate full-time employment. Federation is also ranked number one in Australia for first generation student enrolment.  

On campus and virtual information days will take place on December 16 and 17 at campuses in Ballarat (Mount Helen and SMB), Berwick, Brisbane, Gippsland, and Horsham. 

For more information or to register head here: https://federation.edu.au/future-students/study-at-federation/info-day  

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

“Nothing beats an on-campus experience, and we are excited to welcome our existing and new students and staff for an exciting 2022.” 

“We have been working closely with regional industries to provide courses and programs that will meet their needs.” 

Quotes attributable to Federation University Pro Vice-Chancellor (Vocational Education and Training) and CEO TAFE, Liam Sloan 

“We are thrilled to have students and staff back on campus and return learning activities to normal.” 

“Opening Federation to future students will give them the chance to experience what life will be like on campus.”