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In Victoria, most Year 12 students now pursue vocational training over university prep, driven by a new work-focused program.
In Victoria, a growing number of students are choosing vocational education over traditional university prep, with just over 75% of Year 12 students receiving an ATAR in 2024—down 15 points since 2020—while completion rates reached a record 98%.
The rise of the VCE Vocational Major, launched in 2023, has driven this shift by offering practical, work-based learning without ATARs or study scores.
The program, now serving nearly 11,000 students, supports career-focused paths in fields like hospitality and construction, with government investment exceeding $747 million.
Experts say the trend reflects broader changes in education and labor market demands, with more students staying in school and gaining relevant skills, while standardized systems like the ATAR are seen as fairer than holistic U.S. admissions.
En Victoria, la mayoría de los estudiantes del año 12 ahora persiguen una formación vocacional en lugar de la preparación universitaria, impulsados por un nuevo programa centrado en el trabajo.