Early school leavers
Just because you left school early doesn’t mean your education is over. There are plenty of options – VCE VM, FAST, apprenticeships. No matter where you see yourself in the future, studying at Federation can help get you there. We’ll point you in the right direction and give you the support you need to keep going.
Pathways to higher education
The VCE VM is like regular VCE but has more of an applied learning and job skills focus. After finishing this two-year course, you’ll be able to move into an apprenticeship or traineeship or go onto further study at TAFE or university (via non-ATAR pathways).
FAST is a 6-month course designed to prepare you for university-level study. You’ll learn how to research, write academically and use university systems. When you complete the course, you’ll get automatic entry into one of our eligible undergraduate degrees.
Learn more about FAST
Discover your direct pathway to university.
Did you miss out on the ATAR you needed for your degree?
FAST is your direct pathway to university successfully.
Complete FAST in just six months and you'll develop the skills and confidence to succeed in your studies, as well as being guaranteed entry into a Federation Uni degree.
With this targeted course and support from lecturers who understand and care, you'll get everything you need to transition smoothly into your new life.
It's not about how you did, it's about what you do next, and FAST is your chance to make it happen.
Student support
You’re an individual. You have specific needs. So we’ll listen to your story and offer you assistance that’s useful and relevant. We want you to succeed in your studies no matter what.
Starting a new course can be daunting. But we’ll let you know what you need to do and when you need to do it.
We can help with the application process. Call 1800 333 864, 9 am–5 pm, Monday to Friday or submit an online enquiry.