What is the Microsoft Datacentre Academy at Victoria University?

A fee-free training programme at VU's Footscray Nicholson Campus offering two short courses (12 and 16 weeks) that prepare students for data centre technician and critical environment technician roles.

How many students can it take?

The academy has capacity for approximately 48 students per intake across both courses.

Is there a cost to students?

No. The programme is fully funded through an industry-matched grant from the Victorian Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions, with co-investment from Microsoft.

Applicants must be Australian citizens aged 18 or older with basic IT skills. Preference is given to those holding a Certificate III in IT or with two years of relevant IT experience.

Microsoft Opens Victoria's First Datacentre Academy | Australia Data Centre Index

Microsoft and Victoria University have launched a fee-free Datacentre Academy at Footscray Nicholson Campus, the first of its kind in Victoria and only the second in Australia. With the sector projected to need 8,300 additional skilled workers by 2030, the programme signals that workforce development is finally being treated as critical infrastructure.

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