Australian Student Programs

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Diploma Programs for Australian students

The UC-START program is for Australian students who wish to gain entry to the University of Canberra by studying two subjects of a degree instead of a full subject load. If both subjects are successfully completed in one term then students will be eligible for admission to the University for the remainder of the degree.

The UC-PREP program is for Australian non-recent school leavers who wish to both qualify and prepare for study at the University of Canberra.

The UC-CONNECT program is for Australian recent school leavers who wish to qualify for university as well as upgrade their study skills and prepare for tertiary study. You have to be at least 18 by the time you enter the University.

The Chemistry Preparation program is for students who wish to upgrade their chemistry knowledge and skills to allow them to study chemistry as a subject in their degree at the University of Canberra.

The UCanREACH Program is for students from the Bega Valley Shire who wish to qualify for entry to University.

Please note: to apply as an Australian student you must be an Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen or a holder of a permanent visa.


Please read the appropriate Policy and Procedures pages for your preferred course before making an application.