"I applied to the University of Canberra because it was an ideal opportunity to enhance my career and I always wanted to experience the university lifestyle."

Matt Sutherland
graduated with a Bachelor of Communication in marketing and advertising. Matt worked for the University’s Alumni Society before scoring a job with the Western Force rugby team in Perth to be their sponsorship coordinator.

The University of Canberra is set in a unique environment. The Campus is a haven of clean air, tall trees and native vegetation, with many different birds, including white cockatoos, and resident kangaroos, yet it’s handy to popular entertainment and shopping venues including Westfield Shoppingtown in nearby Belconnen,and the Canberra Centre in Civic, the City Centre.

Academic standards are high and career results are excellent. The university has produced over sixty thousand graduates. Many now occupy senior positions in the professions, the corporate world and the public service of Australia and several other countries. Others have become prominent writers, journalists, performers and sports men and women. The University prides itself on professionally preparing students for professional life.

There are more than nine thousand full time students, working towards undergraduate Bachelors Degrees and Diplomas, and Graduate Certificates, Diplomas, Masters degrees or Doctorates. Students are attracted to the University from the ACT and surrounding areas, from every state in Australia and from some 80 countries around the world. 1100 students live on campus and this number will increase in future years.

Balance study with relaxation

Concentrated study needs to be balanced by periods of relaxation and the campus cafes are great places for students to get together. There are clubs and societies catering to a wide range of interests, including competitive teams covering most major sports and the University of Canberra Union Sports and Fitness Centre is more than a gymnasium. Along with classes, cardio exercise and weights, it offers tennis, squash and indoor basketball courts and sits adjacent to two sports grounds. Throughout the year many bands and theatre shows visit the campus to provide entertainment and every Wednesday is Market Day – a chance to check out colourful stalls, find a bargain and catch up with friends.

Accommodation

• The University has on-campus student accommodation for over 1,000 young people from Australia and abroad. New student accommodation blocks are currently under construction.
• The Student Accommodation website has some information on finding off-campus accommodation including an accommodation listing.
• We also offer a homestay program for international students who would like to stay with an Australian family in their Canberra home.

Campus tours

The University of Canberra offers campus tours to all potential students and members of the public who are interested in an 'inside look' at the university.

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