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Work alongside accomplished academics and make a significant contribution to the world around you by undertaking higher degree research at UC.
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At the University of Canberra, we don’t just offer courses — we offer a place that sees you, supports you, and helps you grow. Whether you’re stepping into study for the first time or returning with a story already in motion, UC is designed to fit your life, not ask you to reshape it.
We’re not chasing prestige. We’re building futures — with flexibility, belonging, and real-world outcomes.
With more than 200 courses at the undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD level, there's a course to suit every career prospect at UC.
If you're finishing Year 12, UC offers a welcoming start — with flexible entry options, scholarships, and support to help you settle in and succeed.
If you're returning to study, UC offers flexible pathways, credit for experience, and support to help you balance study with life.
If you need to study from anywhere, UC offers flexible online courses designed to fit your life and support your goals.
If you're joining us from overseas, UC offers a safe, inclusive campus and practical learning in Australia’s capital city.
If you're ready to take the next step, UC offers career-focused postgrad options with flexible delivery and strong industry links.
Work alongside accomplished academics and make a significant contribution to the world around you by undertaking higher degree research at UC.
If you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student, you can access career, wellbeing and study support, as well as a range of scholarships.
Study at UC and experience life in Australia on a student exchange or study abroad program. Find out if your university is a UC exchange partner.
Find your best pathway to a UC degree.
This section covers all our entry options – from standard admission with school results, to using your work experience and prior study for entry or course credit.
Your study costs will depend on what category of student you are, your course and how you'll be studying. Check the fees and costs you'll need to consider.
If you need help financially or have been successful academically, you may be able to receive a scholarship – we award hundreds each year to domestic and international students.
Our partnerships with higher education providers in Australia and around the globe mean you can study a UC degree at a number of locations.
In this guide, we cover all the important things you need to know to help support your child and get them ready for university life.
UC acknowledges the Ngunnawal people, traditional custodians of the lands where Bruce campus is situated. We wish to acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of Canberra and the region. We also acknowledge all other First Nations Peoples on whose lands we gather.