The Student Equity and Support Unit provides a range of services and programs to assist students during their time at the University of Canberra.

International Student Support 

The International Student Advisors (ISAs) provide an advisory and referral service for a wide range of academic, administrative and pastoral matters.

Student Equity and Support Programs

The University of Canberra provides a range of programs to support equity and diversity. These programs include the University's Harmony program, Rural Student Support Program, Migrant & Refugee Student Support Program, Elite Athlete Program and an Outreach Program.

In addition, the University has a number of scholarships available to undergraduate, postgraduate, domestic and international students. Scholarship application forms are available online. Most scholarship applications close in March, with several open until September. Please check the information on each individual scholarship for closing dates.

UC AccessAbility: Disability Support

UC AccessAbility is dedicated to the co-ordination of appropriate and reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Disability Advisors provide support, advice and referral.

Grievances, appeals and conduct matters

The Student Equity & Support Officer (SEASO) provides advice on appeals and grievances, allegations of inappropriate conduct (by staff or another student), exclusion from the University, and accusations of plagiarism and other forms of academic or non-academic misconduct. The SEASO may refer you to the Dean of Students, who provides support and advice for more serious appeals and conduct matters.

Career Services

Career Services supports students seeking career information via workshops, seminars and one-on-one appointments.

Spiritual Meeting Place

The Spiritual Meeting Place (SMP) is a facility for worship, practice and continuing education in religious traditions. The SMP also provides a pastoral care service to both students and staff who are experiencing difficulties in their personal or professional lives.

Student Equity Plan (2008-2012)

One of the key steps in the University’s strategic plan for 2008-2012 is to develop and implement an ambitious student equity agenda. The Student Equity Plan (2008-2012) outlines our priorities and future plans in respect of student equity, and details strategies that will increase the number of students from equity groups at the University, and support them throughout their studies. The success of these strategies will be reflected in the students’ access, participation, retention and success rates. The plan also outlines the strategies for fostering a culture of inclusivity for all students at the University of Canberra.