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The University of Canberra features a combination of high quality programs and a beautiful campus located in Australia’s capital city. With current student population of almost 12,000, some 2,500 are
international students from over 100 countries in Europe, North and South America, the Pacific, Asia and Africa. The University of Canberra offers quality, career oriented programs with a strong focus on academic excellence. Combine fantastic courses with a compact, vibrant campus and lively residence life and you’ll see why students from around the world choose to study at the University of Canberra.
LOCATION
Canberra is an ideal base to explore Australia. The South Coast is only 1.5 hours drive from Canberra where you will find magnificent beaches, lakes and rivers. The area encompasses a range of National Parks and State Forests where there is great camping and hiking away from the crowds. The clubs and restaurants of Melbourne, and Sydney’s city beaches and harbor views are also easily accessible from Canberra, thanks to frequent bus services between the three cities. The Australian Alps or Snowy Mountains are just two-hour drive. The city itself, like many National capitals, is a city you can walk or cycle to explore the many museums, galleries, parks and government buildings. You can visit Australia’s Parliament House, home of the Federal Government, the High Court of Australia, the National Art Gallery and National War Memorial.
ACADEMIC HIGHLIGHTS
Once again in 2012 The Good Universities Guide awarded the University of Canberra the maximum ‘Five Stars for graduates getting a job’ and ‘Five Stars for graduate outcomes.’ It is currently ranked seventh in Australia for Good Teaching and graduates going on to further study, and sixth for Graduate Employability.*
The University is committed to professionally preparing graduates for professional careers in Australia and internationally. Its degrees and qualifications are respected and accepted world-wide, and the University is home to a thriving research culture. Academic standards are high and career results are excellent. Tuition fees are moderate, class sizes are small.
Extensive portfolios of undergraduate, postgraduate and research courses are offered by five faculties, Applied Science and Information Sciences & Engineering; Arts and Design; Business Government & Law; Education; and Health.
Located in Canberra, the nation’s capital, and home to its diplomatic community, the University occupies a unique position at the intersection of government policy and corporate endeavour. It prides itself on producing graduates equipped with state of the art knowledge, and professional skills and attitudes. Its curricula and courses are designed in consultation with the appropriate professions and industries. There is a strong focus on work-integrated learning and this coupled with access to professional networks and internships gives its graduates a competitive edge when they start their professional life. It also makes them very popular with employers.
Comprehensive International Student Support
There are flexible pathways to university through the University of Canberra College and the University of Canberra English Language Institute. Student support includes the Personal Adviser Scheme orientation program, which helps new international students get a great start, and others covering everything from academic assistance to health and counselling.
