Located in Canberra, the vibrant capital of Australia, the University of Canberra (UC) is a young university with a fresh perspective on education. Its practical learning approach and strong industry connections have helped UC secure a spot in the top 1% of the world’s best universities and the top 10 universities in Australia (according to the 2021 Times Higher Education World University Rankings). UC excels in its work-integrated learning approach, offering a range of professional projects and diverse internships. This approach has contributed to the university’s excellent employment rate and starting salaries, ensuring that UC graduates are highly sought after by employers.
UC's degree programs are offered across a wide range of disciplines and are designed to meet practical needs. Benefiting from its location in Canberra, the political hub of Australia, UC’s degrees in law, business, and politics provide students with a unique advantage. Meanwhile, its IT and science courses are continually updated from real-world developments, ensuring that students are always at the forefront of the latest advancements.
In addition, UC is renowned for its specialized training in sports, health, and education fields. UC ranks highly for student support, learning resources, and skill development, earning the top spot in ACT certification (Good Universities Guide 2022).
Located in Canberra, the vibrant capital of Australia, UC is situated in a safe, creative, and modern city, ranked by the OECD as the most livable city in the world. Canberra is rated number one in aspects such as education, employment, safety, environment, income, and life satisfaction. It has also been recognized by the Australian Government as a location that qualifies international students to stay and work for an additional year after graduation.
Teaching Quality
The courses at UC are led by highly qualified experts, providing knowledge and practical experience from around the world. Each faculty member is committed to the development of students, the education system, and ongoing applied research to bring progress to their field of expertise.
All UC degree programs focus on work-integrated learning, utilizing work-based projects, internships, and professional placements.
Student Support
The University of Canberra is a progressive institution with a wide range of opportunities and significant learning support services aimed at providing students with a memorable and successful learning experience.
The International Student Support Service (ISSS) provides caring services and advice to international students on various matters, including university policies, welfare, cultural adjustment, appeals, and complaints.
The Study Skills programs assist students with structuring assignments, writing and grammar, as well as research, referencing, and online learning systems.
CareerHub provides support services for students, including but not limited to CV development, interview preparation and tips, networking opportunities with employers, and career counseling.
Meanwhile, ASK (Academic Skills and Knowledge) advisors, who are UC students currently enrolled, are always available to assist other students with topics related to learning, such as library use, essay writing, and UC systems.
PALS (Peer-Assisted Learning Sessions) are group study sessions led by students who have completed relevant courses, offering additional support for lectures and tutorial assignments.
Graduate Outcomes
UC is ranked as one of the best universities in Australia for graduate employment outcomes, with a rate of 89%. UC graduates outperform the national average (according to QILT 2021).
The average salary for UC undergraduate students across all disciplines is higher than the national average, reaching AUD 65,000 per year (according to QILT 2021).
Career Support
UC's Employment Services help current students and recent graduates find employment both on and off-campus, as well as kick-start their careers.
UC Partners
UC has developed strong partnerships with employers both in Australia and abroad to provide internship, employment placement, and career mentoring opportunities for students.
- Ernst & Young
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Deloitte
- Intelledox
- Xero
- Instaclustr
- Geocon Constructions
- ActewAGL
- Defence and Strategic Studies Centre
- Australian Border Force
- Australian National University
- Canberra Times
- ACT Brumbies
- Fox Sports
- Canberra Raiders
- AFL Canberra
- Basketball ACT
- Netball Australia
New Facilities
A new biomedical research lab has been completed, along with new practical design workshops and studio spaces for the Faculty of Arts and Design students. These specialized spaces will facilitate high-quality research and further industry engagement.
Canberra's First eSports Facility
The University of Canberra is home to the capital’s only eSports hall, offering the best eSports space in higher education. The facility features over 20 desktop computers and handheld gaming consoles, such as XBOX, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation, loaded with the world’s most popular games.
Costs
Tuition Fees per Year:
AUD 31,810 (Undergraduate)
AUD 32,710 (Postgraduate)
AUD 27,170 (Vocational)
Living Costs:
AUD 23,244 (Living expenses)
AUD 16,744 (Accommodation)
Scholarships & Financial Aid
UC focuses on helping as many students as possible benefit from its high-quality education. The university offers a range of scholarships to support international students with tuition fees and living costs.
International Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships:
For international students from India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Vietnam, the Philippines, Latin America, Kenya, Nigeria, Mauritius, Indonesia, South Korea, and Japan who apply for a specific undergraduate or postgraduate program at UC.
Value: 25% off total tuition fees
Minimum Requirements:
- Citizenship from the mentioned countries
- Applies to specific programs only
- For undergraduate students: 70% or equivalent in high school
- For postgraduate students: 65% or GPA 5 out of 7
International High Achiever Scholarship:
Available to all international students applying for undergraduate or postgraduate programs at UC.
Value: 20% off total tuition fees
Minimum Requirements:
- No citizenship requirement
- For undergraduate students: 85% or equivalent
- For postgraduate students: 80% or equivalent
- Available for any undergraduate or postgraduate program
University of Canberra International Achievement Scholarship
Available to all international students applying for undergraduate or postgraduate programs at UC.
Value: 10% off total tuition fees
Minimum Requirements:
- No citizenship requirement
- For undergraduate students: 70% or equivalent
- For postgraduate students: 65% or equivalent
- Available for any undergraduate or postgraduate program
