Australian Catholic University (ACU)

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Australian Catholic University (ACU)
Australia|Established: 1991|Campuses: 3 in Australia

Why Choose Australian Catholic University (ACU)?

Key Academic Strengths

  • Nursing & Midwifery (Blacktown, North Sydney)
  • Exercise & Sports Science (Strathfield)
  • Education & Teaching (Strathfield, North Sydney)
  • Business & IT (North Sydney, Blacktown)
  • Theology, Philosophy, Humanities (Strathfield)

Industry Connections

  • Partnerships with Blacktown Hospital, Sydney schools, IT startups, North Sydney legal/finance firms
  • Embedded placements in every degree

Global Outlook

  • Member of International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU), ICUSTA
  • Student exchanges with Rome, UK, USA, Asia-Pacifi

Teaching Approach

  • Research-informed coursework; simulated labs (Blacktown for Nursing, Strathfield for Exercise Science)
  • Work-integrated/community-based learning in every program

Student Outcomes

  • 95% employment rate within four months of graduation
  • Ranked #1 in Australia for graduate employment in major disciplines

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Rankings &
Achievements

#851–900
QS
#401–500
THE
#601–700
ARWU

Campus Locations

Blacktown Campus

Blacktown Campus

Modern, tech-enabled campus serving one of Sydney’s fastest-growing regions. Located directly opposite Blacktown Station, it offers contemporary classrooms, digital labs, collaborative lounges, and strong pathways into nursing, criminology, education, and social work. With small class sizes and strong student support, Blacktown is ideal for students seeking close community and practical placement opportunities across Western Sydney.

North Sydney Campus

North Sydney Campus

A vibrant inner-city campus located minutes from Sydney Harbour. Home to major programs such as Nursing, Allied Health, Business, Law, and Psychology, with advanced simulation labs, clinical practice suites, modern lecture theatres, and strong hospital partnerships (North Shore, Royal North Shore, Mater Hospital). Ideal for students who want to study close to Sydney’s corporate and healthcare hubs.

Strathfield Campus

Strathfield Campus

A leafy heritage campus in Sydney’s Inner West featuring sandstone buildings, landscaped gardens, sports ovals, psychology labs, education teaching spaces, and student recreation facilities. It is ACU’s major hub for Education, Arts, Psychology, Theology, and Exercise Science. Known for its peaceful learning environment and strong academic resources.

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Course Highlights

Program Name

Campus

Duration

Annual Fees (AUD)

Intakes

PSW Eligibility

Bachelor of Nursing

North Sydney/Blacktown

3 years

32,240

Feb, Jul

Yes

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Strathfield

4 years

28,240

Feb, Jul

Yes

Bachelor of Psychological Science

Strathfield

3 years

28,240

Feb

Yes

Master of Professional Psychology

Strathfield

1 year

32,000

Feb

Yes

Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

North Sydney

2 years

30,720

Feb

Yes

Bachelor of Criminology & Crim. Justice

Blacktown

3 years

28,240

Feb, Jul

Yes

Bachelor of Commerce (Acc/HR/Mktg)

North Sydney

3 years

29,120

Feb, Jul

Yes

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

North Sydney

3 years

34,000

Feb

Yes

Popular Study Areas

Nursing & Midwifery

Nursing & Midwifery

Education & Teaching

Education & Teaching

Psychology & Social Work

Psychology & Social Work

Business, Commerce & Law

Business, Commerce & Law

Allied Health (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy)

Allied Health (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy)

Theology, Philosophy & Humanities

Theology, Philosophy & Humanities

Entry Requirements

Undergraduate:

  • Completion of Year 12 or equivalent senior secondary
  • For Indian students: CBSE/ISC with 60–65% minimum (state boards may require higher)
  • Program prerequisites (e.g. science for Nursing, Education, Biomed)

Postgraduate:

  • Coursework Masters: Recognised bachelor’s degree (min. 50%+)
  • Graduate Certificates/Diplomas: May require relevant diploma + work experience
  • Specific degrees (e.g. Teaching, Nursing) may require discipline-specific prior study or registration

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Scholarships at Australian Catholic University (ACU)

ACU International Student Scholarship

  • Value: 50% tuition fee waiver
  • Eligibility: New full-time UG/PG, 80%+ previous marks, maintain GPA 4.75+

Global Excellence Scholarship (Business/IT)

  • Value: Up to AUD 2,500 tuition reduction
  • Eligibility: High-performing students in Business/IT

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship (limited)

  • Value: 100% tuition for course duration
  • Eligibility: Exceptional academic merit; ambassador responsibilities

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Tuition Fee & eCOE

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Pre-Departure

Attend PFEC & ACU orientation, arrival in Sydney, campus welcome

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