La Trobe University
La Trobe University is a top 20 university in Australia. Whilst it trails behind RMIT and Deakin University, it's ahead of Swinburne.
University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne (Melbourne Uni) is Australia's 2nd-oldest uni. It's often ranked as Australia's top university in world rankings.
Does Shepparton have a University?
No, Shepparton doesn’t have a full university. However, La Trobe University offers degrees in nursing, education, and social work at its Shepparton campus. The University of Melbourne also operates a Rural Clinical School in Shepparton, offering medical training and rural health programs.
Shepparton Campus of La Trobe University
La Trobe University’s Shepparton Campus offers degrees in nursing, education, and social work. Located centrally in Shepparton, it provides practical placements through local industry partnerships.
Shepparton is a major regional hub in Victoria’s Goulburn Valley, known for its agricultural production and multicultural community. It combines the benefits of urban facilities with a relaxed, rural lifestyle, making it a welcoming location for students.
Courses include the Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Education, and Bachelor of Social Work (Honours). Postgraduate options are available with the Master of Teaching for primary and secondary, including accelerated paths.
University of Melbourne Rural Clinical School
The Rural Clinical School in Shepparton, located next to Goulburn Valley Health, offers the Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway). Students gain practical experience in areas such as surgery, paediatrics, and emergency care, with support from Clinical Education Facilitators and advanced simulation labs.
Additional programs include the Specialist Certificate in Empowering Health in Aboriginal Communities and the Graduate Certificate in Aboriginal Health in Rural Communities. On-site, fully furnished accommodation is available, providing easy access to the Clinical School and hospital facilities.