Melbourne Victory is pleased to announce Victoria University will be the Club’s Official University Partner this season.
Having been a Major Partner since 2017, Victoria University provides an opportunity for its students to engage and connect with Melbourne Victory, delivering a pathway for students to gain invaluable experience in a range of departments within the Club.
Managing Director, Caroline Carnegie, said she was looking forward to developing the relationship further.
“Our relationship with Victoria University presents an exciting pathway for students to develop careers in sport,” Carnegie said.
“We have had students enrolled in both the Masters of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Masters of Sport Business work with us through the Melbourne Victory Academy Internship Program, which has seen them assist across a number of key areas of the Club.
“We have also created opportunities through this partnership for Melbourne Victory participants to be exposed to new educational programs through our community team, that they may not have otherwise been aware of.
“We are proud to be able to make and indeed continue this connection and develop pathways to educational opportunities through the our partnership.
Victoria University Vice-Chancellor, Adam Shoemaker, said he was excited to continue the strong partnership with Melbourne Victory.
“At VU we pride ourselves on partnering with principle, establishing deep alliances with industry partners that creates opportunities for our students, staff and the communities we serve,” Shoemaker said.
“We are pleased to offer educational opportunities through our Season 2021/2022 community programs as we work together to uplift our people.”
For more information on Victoria University, visit vu.edu.au.
