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University of Canberra

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world rank  979

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Overview

Founded in 1967, the University of Canberra is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Canberra (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Australian Capital Territory. Officially recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Australia, University of Canberra (UC) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Australian higher education institution. University of Canberra (UC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 57-year-old Australian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this Australian higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Canberra's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Canberra's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Canberra' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Canberra's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UC
Founded 1967
Motto Australia's Capital University
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University Location

Address University Drive, Bruce
Canberra
2601 Australian Capital Territory
Australia
University of Canberra's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Canberra Phone Number +61 (0)2 6201 5342
University of Canberra Fax Number +61 (0)2 6201 5949

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Canberra's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Canberra's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Canberra's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Canberra.

University of Canberra: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Canberra's admission information.

University of Canberra's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Canberra's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Canberra a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Canberra's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


University of Canberra's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Canberra has more than 2800 international students.

University of Canberra's Admission Office Admission Office

University Drive
Canberra 2601
(0)2 6201 5342


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Canberra.

University of Canberra's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Canberra has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of Canberra's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Canberra's Control Type Control Type

University of Canberra is a public higher education institution.


University of Canberra's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Canberra is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Canberra's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


University of Canberra's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Canberra does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Canberra's main facilities:


University of Canberra's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Canberra's Library


University of Canberra's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


University of Canberra's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Canberra's main services:


University of Canberra's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Canberra's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Canberra's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Canberra's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Canberra's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Canberra's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Canberra is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Education and Training of Australia


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Canberra's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • CPA Australia
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA)
  • Australian Computer Society (ACS)
  • Engineers Australia
  • National ELT Accreditation Scheme Limited (NEAS)
  • International Advertising Association and the Media Federation of Australia


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Canberra's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Australia
  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • Australian National Business Schools

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Canberra 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Canberra's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Canberra's Facebook page University of Canberra's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Canberra's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Canberra's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Canberra's YouTube channel University of Canberra's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Canberra's Instagram page University of Canberra's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Canberra's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Open Education Global Open Education Global

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