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Australian Catholic University (Canberra)
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Australian Catholic University (Canberra)
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| Established: 1991 | Campuses: 8 in Australia

Why Choose Australian Catholic University (Canberra)?

Key Academic Strengths

Key Academic Strengths

  • Teacher Education
     
  • Nursing & Midwifery
     
  • Allied Health Sciences
     
  • Social Work & Human Services
     
  • Liberal Arts & Theology
Industry Connections

Industry Connections

  • Canberra Hospital & ACT Health
     
  • Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn
     
  • ACT government schools
     
  • NGOs & public sector agencies
Global Outlook

Global Outlook

  • International campus in Rome
     
  • Canberra students can access exchange programs
     
  • Globally focused curriculum
Teaching Approach

Teaching Approach

  • Practice-based learning with a strong ethical and social responsibility focus
     
  • Small class sizes for personal learning
     
  • Emphasis on service, leadership, and reflection
Student Outcomes

Student Outcomes

  • #1 in Australia for graduate employment in Health
     
  • Degrees accredited and industry-aligned
     
  • High satisfaction rates for teaching and support

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Australian Catholic University (Canberra)

Rankings &
Achievements

QS Ranking

#801–1000

QS World University Rankings

QS Ranking

#Top 200

THE Impact

QS Ranking

#Top 100

THE Young University Rankings

Campus Locations

Canberra (Watson, ACT)
Canberra (Watson, ACT)

Set beside native bushland at Mount Majura, modern nursing simulation labs, Barron Chapel, tailored teaching spaces
 

North Sydney (NSW)
North Sydney (NSW)

Health sciences & business, close to hospitals

Strathfield (NSW)
Strathfield (NSW)

Major arts and education hub, heritage buildings

Blacktown (NSW)
Blacktown (NSW)

Newest Sydney campus, enhanced access for Western Sydney

Melbourne (VIC)
Melbourne (VIC)

Largest campus, law, business, education, science

Ballarat (VIC)
Ballarat (VIC)

Regional health, education, and arts

Brisbane (QLD)
Brisbane (QLD)

Allied health, social work, nursing, teaching

Adelaide (SA)
Adelaide (SA)

Business, commerce, boutique campus

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Course Highlights

Program

Duration

Annual Fees (AUD)

Intake(s)

PSW Eligibility

Bachelor of Nursing

3 years

$30,400

Feb, Jul

Yes (2 years)

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

4 years

$27,720

Feb

Yes (2 years)

Bachelor of Social Work

4 years

$27,720

Feb

Yes (2 years)

Bachelor of Paramedicine

3 years

$31,400

Feb

Yes (2 years)

Graduate Certificate in Education

6 months

$15,400

Feb, Jul

No (<2 years)

Master of Teaching (Primary)

2 years

$28,000

Feb, Jul

Yes (3 years)

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Popular Study Areas

Faculty of Education & Arts
Faculty of Education & Arts
Nursing
Nursing
Social Work & Human Services
Social Work & Human Services
Paramedicine
Paramedicine
Liberal Arts & Philosophy
Liberal Arts & Philosophy
Health Sciences
Health Sciences

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Entry Requirements

Undergraduate Programs:
  • Australian Year 12 or equivalent (CBSE, ISC, HSC minimum 60–65%)
     
  • Subject prerequisites (e.g., Mathematics, Biology for some programs)
     
  • For Nursing: higher grades in science-based subjects are preferred
Postgraduate Programs:
  • Recognised bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
     
  • Non-education degrees may be accepted for teaching (with subject area)
     
  • Minimum GPA 4.0/7.0 or equivalent

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Scholarships at Australian Catholic University (Canberra)

ACU International Student Scholarship (50% tuition waiver)
ACU International Student Scholarship (50% tuition waiver)
  • 80%+ in previous study, maintain GPA 4.75+
     
  • UG & PG; highly competitive, limited number
ACU Global Excellence Scholarship (AUD 2,500–5,000)
ACU Global Excellence Scholarship (AUD 2,500–5,000)
  • One-time award; for high-achieving students, automatic consideration
ACU Equity Bursaries (AUD 2,000)
ACU Equity Bursaries (AUD 2,000)
  • Demonstrated hardship or underrepresented background
     
  • Separate application needed

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Student Support Services

Academic Support
Academic Support

Academic Skills Unit (workshops, 1:1 tutoring, referencing help)

Career
Career

ACU CareerHub (CV, internships, part-time jobs), job readiness programs

Wellbeing
Wellbeing

Free counseling, mental health services, well-being workshops

International Student Advisors
International Student Advisors

Support on visas, work rights, cultural adjustment

Student Life
Student Life

CCSA events, interfaith groups, outdoor recreation, volunteering, and sports clubs

Facilities
Facilities

Modern library, student lounges, prayer rooms, gym access via UniSport membership

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