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TAFE & University Open Days & Nights

PLAN YOUR VISIT!

Open Days and Information Nights are one of the best ways to explore study options, tour campuses, meet teachers, and experience hands-on activities across a wide range of career areas. Whether you're interested in nursing, trades, business, IT, creative arts or university study, attending an event can help you make informed decisions about your future pathways.

Whether you're considering university, TAFE, an apprenticeship, or a traineeship after school, attending Open Days can help you compare courses, learning environments and support services before making important decisions about your future.

Students in Years 9–12 are encouraged to attend several Open Days throughout August and September to gain a better understanding of the many pathways available after secondary school. Registration is free, however many universities require advance registration.

CHECK OUT THE CURRENT OPEN DAYS AND REGISTER FOR

AN EVENT OR SESSION!

Institution	Campus	Date	Open Day Link
Swinburne University of Technology	Hawthorn	Sunday 26 July	Swinburne Open Day
Monash University	Caulfield & Peninsula	Saturday 1 August	Monash Open Day Registration
Monash University	Clayton	Sunday 2 August	Monash Open Day Registration
La Trobe University	Bundoora	Sunday 2 August	La Trobe Open Day
RMIT University	Bundoora	Sunday 2 August	RMIT Open Day
Australian Catholic University	Melbourne	Sunday 9 August	ACU Open Day
RMIT University	City & Brunswick	Sunday 9 August	RMIT Open Day
Holmesglen Institute	Multiple Campuses	Thursday 18 June	Holmesglen Open Days
Kangan Institute	Docklands	Thursday 6 August	Kangan Open Nights
Bendigo TAFE	Bendigo	Thursday 13 August	Bendigo TAFE Open Night
Deakin University	Geelong Waterfront & Waurn Ponds	Sunday 16 August	Deakin Open Day
Federation University Australia	Berwick	Sunday 16 August	Federation Open Day
Monash University	Parkville	Sunday 16 August	Monash Open Day Registration
The University of Melbourne	Parkville	Sunday 16 August	University of Melbourne Open Day
Victoria University	Footscray Park	Sunday 16 August	VU Open Day
Deakin University	Melbourne Burwood	Sunday 23 August	Deakin Open Day
Federation University Australia	Ballarat	Sunday 23 August	Federation Open Day
Kangan Institute	Essendon	Wednesday 26 August	Kangan Open Nights
Kangan Institute	Cremorne	Thursday 27 August	Kangan Open Nights
Victoria University	VU City Tower	Sunday 30 August	VU Open Day
Box Hill Institute	Multiple Campuses	Dates TBA	Box Hill Institute Events
Chisholm Institute	Multiple Campuses	Frankston 12 August Dandenong 9 September	Chisholm Events & Open Days

Confirmed 2026 dates currently published by universities include:

Monash: 1, 2 and 16 August 2026.
Deakin: 2, 16 and 23 August 2026.
University of Melbourne: 16 August 2026.

Kangan Institute

Open Nights held across multiple campuses including Docklands, Essendon, Cremorne and Broadmeadows, showcasing health, automotive, beauty, IT and trade pathways.

Docklands Campus : Thursday 6th August

Essendon Campus: Wednesday 26th August

Cremorne Campus: Thursday 27th August

Broadmeadows Campus: Thursday 3rd September

🔗 https://www.kangan.edu.au/study-with-us/what-s-on/ki-opennight

Melbourne Polytechnic

Information events showcase study areas including animal studies, horticulture, trades, media, music, community services and more.

🔗 https://www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/

🤔WHY ATTEND?

✔ Explore real training facilities and classrooms

✔ Speak directly with teachers and industry experts

✔ Learn about Free TAFE courses and apprenticeships

✔ Discover pathways into university and further study

✔ Get a feel for campus life before applying

🤓☝️CAREERS TIP

Try to attend at least one Open Day or Information Night this year. It’s one of the most valuable ways to confirm your interests and discover pathways you may not have considered yet.

Ms Elena Flodstrom

Ms Theresa Lochery

Ms Naomi Pernar

Careers & Pathways Team