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Why study in Shepparton?

Shepparton combines the best of rural and city living and has most of the facilities and benefits you’d expect in a metropolitan centre.

Shepparton is an expanding tertiary education centre comprising the campuses of La Trobe University, the University of Melbourne and the Australian Catholic University as well as the largest campus of the Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE you will find a diverse range of courses to meet your educational objectives.

The Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to expanding tertiary opportunities locally and has fostered a cooperative approach with the educational providers. 

Students and families should strongly consider Shepparton’s points of difference when making decisions on further education.

Points of Difference

  • It’s cheaper for a start, especially if you live at home. Total fees and accommodation costs for a three year business course in Shepparton while living at home are over $20,000 less than doing a similar course in Melbourne while living in a shared house.
  • Excellent employment opportunities while you’re studying and after you graduate.
  • Competitive ENTER scores.
  • Smaller classes and more individual attention.
  • National educational institutions to ensure you receive quality, accredited education and/or training.
  • Impressive sporting infrastructure.
  • Diverse range of shops and services to suit student financial requirements.
  • Educational services to assist you in completing your studies.
  • A well serviced community environment to learn in rather than the rushed pace and pollution of living in a metropolitan area.

Areas of interest

Shepparton is the centre of a diverse range of attractions that compliment your education experience including:

  • The King Valley and Milawa gormet region.
  • Natural iconic wineries including Tabilk, Mitchelton and Brown Brothers.
  • The snowfields of Mt Buller, Mt Buffalo, Mt Hotham and Falls Creek.
  • Pristine national parks, state forests and wetlands.
  • Cultural, social and sporting events.
  • The picturesque Murray region including historic paddle steamers at the port of Echuca.

The Greater Shepparton Visitor Information Centre would be happy to assist with providing brochures, maps or further information. Contact 1800 808 839.

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Contact: Economic Development Department on (03) 5832 9847 for more information.

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Tertiatry Education Providers
Contact information for tertiary education providers in Shepparton.
2007 Courses
A list of courses offered by Shepparton's tertiary education providers for 2007/2008.
Accommodation
Private board and rental accommodation are available in and around Shepparton.
Strategy for Tertiary Education
It is of great importance that the advancement of tertiary education in Greater Shepparton should remain a core commitment of the Greater Shepparton City Council.