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Diploma of Project Management
- Melbourne, Australia
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
An MSc in project management covering agile methods, Digital tools, Leadership and sustainability.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 years): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Project Management to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Core principles from traditional to agile methods
- Leadership and responsible management. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Project manager
- Programme manager
- PMO analyst
- Consultant
Curriculum
- Core principles from traditional to agile methods
- Digital tools including AI collaboration and data-driven analytics
- Leadership and responsible management
- Change management and alignment with global sustainability goals
- With live industry challenges and complex case studies. A sandwich route adds work experience.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completion of the published academic entry level for the qualification
- usually secondary schooling or equivalent for diploma entry.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school qualification, Relevant certificate or pathway qualification where applicable
Language tests
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application
- Academic transcripts
- Evidence of English proficiency
- Passport
- Course-specific supplementary documents if required
How to apply
- Choose the course
- Collect academic and English documents
- Apply online or through an approved VU education agent
- Receive and accept the offer
- Pay the international fee deposit
- Arrange a student visa and enrol.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $40,500 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 AUD |
| Deposit | $20,250 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Footscray Park Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Sport, Health and Engineering |
| Department | Engineering & Built Environment |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 96 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 years |
| Scholarship note | VU Block Model International Scholarship may provide up to 30% tuition savings; STEM Accommodation Scholarship and VU Global Research Scholarship may apply where eligibility criteria are met. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
7 Feb 2027
85 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
18 Jul 2027
246 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 7 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $40,500 AUD per year. The application fee is $75 AUD. The deposit is $20,250 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic 6.5.

