La Trobe presents itself as a socially engaged, globally minded university committed to blending accessibility with academic excellence. It emphasizes real-world impact, diversity, sustainability, and employability creating pathways for regional and international students to succeed .
Founded in 1967 as Victoria’s third university, La Trobe was built on the principle that universities should serve their communities. Today, it operates across seven campuses in Melbourne and regional Victoria, offering 300+ undergraduate and postgraduate courses in fields like arts, business, health, IT, engineering, and sciences.