About the University of Ballarat
 The University of Ballarat is situated in regional Victoria, Australia. The University of Ballarat is Australia's only regional multi-sector University. It has a higher education section, a vocational education section and a technical college. Founded in 1870, it is the oldest continuous provider of vocational education in Australia. It is an excellent exemplar of modern educational practice, with an outstanding technology infrastructure and extensive community and business links both nationally and internationally. (click here for a time line representation)
The University has a student population of over 22,000 (July 2007). It provides educational and teaching programs from apprenticeships, certificates and diplomas to degrees and post graduate qualifications, including graduate certificates and diplomas, post graduate diplomas, masters and doctorates.
The University aims to promote the growth and well being of individuals, organisations and communities in our part of Australia and with its teaching, research and student experiences. It has the vision to be a regional University of international standing and highly regarded by those it serves. The University values the following;
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 Effort and excellence,
- Integrity,
- Service to one another and to our communities,
- Learning throughout life,
- Promotion of diversity, and
- Purposeful change.
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