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

Why Choose Australian Catholic University (ACU)?

Key Academic Strengths

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

Industry Connections

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

Global Outlook

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

Teaching Approach

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

Student Outcomes

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

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Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Rankings &
Achievements

QS Ranking

#851–900

QS

QS Ranking

#401–500

THE

QS Ranking

#601–700

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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

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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

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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
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)
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)
Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship (limited)
  • Value: 100% tuition for course duration
  • Eligibility: Exceptional academic merit; ambassador responsibilities

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Student Support Services

Free Counseling
Free Counseling

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Course Selection
Course Selection

Assessment of academic profile and eligibility

Document Preparation
Document Preparation

Gather certified transcripts, SOP, references, English scores

Application Submission
Application Submission

PFEC submits application to ACU’s agent portal

Offer Letter
Offer Letter

Receive conditional/unconditional offer; PFEC reviews next steps

GTE Assessment
GTE Assessment

Help with Genuine Temporary Entrant form & financials

Tuition Fee & eCOE
Tuition Fee & eCOE

Pay fees, obtain Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment

Visa Application (Subclass 500)
Visa Application (Subclass 500)

PFEC lodges student visa, manages OSHC, proof of funds

Pre-Departure
Pre-Departure

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

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