University of Canberra
Canberra, Australia • Founded 1967 • World Rank #1786
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 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.
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.
Location & Contact
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Academic Details
University of Canberra's institutional metrics and recognition context. Recognition reciprocity matters for credential portability — check whether your home country accepts University of Canberra's qualifications.
Academic Structures
University of Canberra's teaching units laid out by faculty and school. Deep hierarchies (faculty to school to department) versus flat structures affect administrative complexity for students.
Unit 6 items
- Faculty of Applied Science
- Faculty of Arts and Design
- Faculty of Business, Government and Law
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Health
- Faculty of Information Sciences and Engineering
Degrees
University of Canberra's qualification tiers and the degrees within each. Foundation years for international students often run separately and feed into year-one of a bachelor's programme.
Bachelor's 14 programs
Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.
- Computer Networks
- Engineering
- Engineering Management
- Fine Arts
- Government
- Health Sciences
- Information Sciences
- Landscape Architecture
- Natural Sciences
- Nutrition
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Software Engineering
- Sports
Doctoral 7 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Business Administration
- Clinical Psychology
- Government
- Law
- Natural Sciences
- Philosophy
- Public Administration
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Department of Education and Training of Australia.
Arts and Design (Faculty) 14 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Advertising and Publicity
- Architecture
- Communication Studies
- Foreign Languages Education
- Graphic Design
- Industrial Design
- Interior Design
- International Studies
- Journalism
- Landscape Architecture
- Marketing
- Media Studies
- Modern Languages
- Writing
Common Career Paths
- Designer
- Creative Director
- UX Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Business, Government and Law (Faculty) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Administration
- Banking
- Economics
- Finance
- Government
- Management
- Marketing
- Regional Planning
- Tourism
- Urban Studies
Common Career Paths
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Strategy Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education (Faculty) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Art Education
- Education
- Foreign Languages Education
- Health Education
- Physical Education
- Preschool Education
- Primary Education
- Science Education
- Secondary Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Health (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy
- Psychology
- Sports
Science and Technology (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Education
- Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Pharmacy
- Statistics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
University of Canberra's degree-level programme breakdown, with search. Industry-sponsored programmes often have bonded service or employment commitments — read the terms before accepting any sponsored place.
Bachelor's Degree
115 programmes
Browse 115 programmes at University of Canberra for undergraduate entry. Each combines core theory with the credits needed to progress toward honours or a master's.
Bachelor of Nursing Nursing 156 weeks
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Rehabilitation Sciences 208 weeks
Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) Media Studies & Mass Media 156 weeks
Bachelor of Arts (Digital Media) Media Studies & Mass Media 156 weeks
Bachelor of Arts (Global Studies) Social & Cultural Studies 156 weeks
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Corporate and Public Communication) Media Studies & Mass Media 156 weeks
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism) Media Studies & Mass Media 156 weeks
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Marketing Communication) Media Studies & Mass Media 156 weeks
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Sports Media) Media Studies & Mass Media 156 weeks
Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication Design) Applied Design 156 weeks
Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) Industrial & Systems Engineering 156 weeks
Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design) Information Systems & Technology 156 weeks
Bachelor of the Built Environment (Architecture) Architecture 156 weeks
Bachelor of the Built Environment (Interior Architecture) Architecture 156 weeks
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) Accounting 156 weeks
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Banking) Finance, Banking & Insurance 156 weeks
Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Planning) Finance, Banking & Insurance 156 weeks
Bachelor of Commerce (Business Economics) Economics 156 weeks
Bachelor of Business (Marketing) Advertising & Digital Marketing 156 weeks
Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) Business Administration 156 weeks
Bachelor of Business (International Business) Business Administration 156 weeks
Bachelor of Business (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) Business Administration 156 weeks
Bachelor of Business (Management) Business Administration 156 weeks
Bachelor of Laws Legal Studies 208 weeks
Bachelor of Politics and International Relations Politics & International Relations 156 weeks
Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management Business Administration 156 weeks
Bachelor of Justice Studies Criminal Law & Justice 156 weeks
Bachelor of Arts (Culture and Heritage) Social & Cultural Studies 156 weeks
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) Accounting 156 weeks
Bachelor of Midwifery Nursing 156 weeks
Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy (Economic Policy) Economics 156 weeks
Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy (Sociology) Social & Cultural Studies 156 weeks
Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement) Medicine & Health 156 weeks
Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition Studies) Medicine & Health 156 weeks
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Psychology Arts, Design & Architecture 208 weeks
Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws Accounting 260 weeks
Bachelor of Communication and Media/Bachelor of Laws Media Studies & Mass Media 260 weeks
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws Arts, Design & Architecture 260 weeks
Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/Bachelor of Business Politics & International Relations 208 weeks
Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/Bachelor of Communication and Media Politics & International Relations 208 weeks
Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/Bachelor of Arts Politics & International Relations 208 weeks
Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Information Technology Accounting 208 weeks
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Information Technology Business Administration 208 weeks
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Business Informatics Business Administration 208 weeks
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Communication and Media Business Administration 208 weeks
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Design Business Administration 208 weeks
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Science in Psychology Business Administration 208 weeks
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws Business Administration 260 weeks
Bachelor of Politics & International Relations/Bachelor of Laws Politics & International Relations 260 weeks
Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Bachelor of Laws Psychology 260 weeks
Bachelor of Politics & International Relations/Bachelor of Science in Psychology Politics & International Relations 208 weeks
Bachelor of Forensic Studies/Bachelor of Laws Natural Sciences & Mathematics 260 weeks
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Communication & Media Arts, Design & Architecture 208 weeks
Bachelor of Design/Bachelor of Communication & Media Applied Design 208 weeks
Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement)/Bachelor of Human Nutrition Medicine & Health 208 weeks
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Arts Business Administration 208 weeks
Bachelor of Science in Psychology / Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement) Psychology 208 weeks
Bachelor of Engineering Technology Computer Sciences 156 weeks
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Acting and Performance) Performing Arts 156 weeks
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Applied Fashion) Applied Design 156 weeks
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Contemporary Music Practice) Performing Arts 156 weeks
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Drama and Performance) Performing Arts 156 weeks
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Visual Arts) Visual Arts 156 weeks
Bachelor of Digital Design (Digital Media) Media Studies & Mass Media 156 weeks
Bachelor of Digital Design (Game Design) Applied Design 156 weeks
Bachelor of Digital Design (Visual Communication Design) Applied Design 156 weeks
Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) Medicine & Health 52 weeks
Bachelor of Medical Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 156 weeks
Bachelor of Pharmacy Pharmacy 208 weeks
Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) Biological Sciences 156 weeks
Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) Environmental Sciences 156 weeks
Bachelor of Secondary Education (Science) Education & Teaching 208 weeks
Bachelor of Secondary Education (Arts) Education & Teaching 208 weeks
Bachelor of Design Applied Design 156 weeks
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to Five) Education & Teaching 156 weeks
Bachelor of Design (Game Development) Computer Sciences 156 weeks
Bachelor of Arts Arts, Design & Architecture 156 weeks
Bachelor of Built Environment (Architecture)/Bachelor of Built Environment (Interior Architecture) Architecture 208 weeks
Bachelor of Government Politics & International Relations 156 weeks
Bachelor of Business Business Administration 156 weeks
Bachelor of Communication and Media Media Studies & Mass Media 156 weeks
Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) Sport and Exercise Science 156 weeks
Bachelor of Information Technology Computer Science & IT 156 weeks
Bachelor of Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 156 weeks
Bachelor of Human Nutrition Medicine & Health 156 weeks
Bachelor of Business Informatics Computer Sciences 156 weeks
Bachelor of Software Engineering Computer Sciences 156 weeks
Bachelor of Environmental Science Environmental Sciences 156 weeks
Bachelor of Science in Psychology Psychology 156 weeks
Bachelor of Software Engineering/Bachelor of Business Informatics Computer Sciences 208 weeks
Bachelor of Accounting Accounting 138 weeks
Bachelor of Marketing Management Advertising & Digital Marketing 138 weeks
Bachelor of Educational Studies Education & Teaching 147 weeks
Bachelor of Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Sciences 208 weeks
Bachelor of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation Rehabilitation Sciences 208 weeks
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science Medicine & Health 156 weeks
Bachelor of Landscape Design Architecture 156 weeks
Bachelor of Film Production Media Studies & Mass Media 156 weeks
Bachelor of Acting and Performance Performing Arts 156 weeks
Bachelor of Applied Fashion Applied Design 156 weeks
Bachelor of Contemporary Music Practice Performing Arts 156 weeks
Bachelor of Games and Interactive Design Arts, Design & Architecture 156 weeks
Bachelor of Visual Arts Visual Arts 156 weeks
Bachelor of Health Science Medicine & Health 156 weeks
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging) Health Sciences 182 weeks
Bachelor of Health Studies Medicine & Health 156 weeks
Bachelor of Primary Education Education & Teaching 208 weeks
Bachelor of Primary Education (STeM) Education & Teaching 208 weeks
Bachelor of Primary Education (Creative Arts) Education & Teaching 208 weeks
Bachelor of Primary Education (Health and Physical Education) Education & Teaching 208 weeks
Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education Education & Teaching 208 weeks
Bachelor of Secondary Education/Bachelor of Arts Education & Teaching 208 weeks
Bachelor of Secondary Education/Bachelor of Science Education & Teaching 208 weeks
Bachelor of Secondary Education (Health and Physical Education) Education & Teaching 208 weeks
Bachelor of Vision Science Optometry 156 weeks
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
40 programmes
At postgraduate taught level, University of Canberra runs 40 programmes. These master's degrees suit applicants ready to concentrate on a narrower field than their bachelor's covered.
Master of Secondary Teaching Education & Teaching 104 weeks
Master of Primary Teaching Education & Teaching 104 weeks
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and Foreign Language Teaching (FLT) Education & Teaching 104 weeks
Master of International Business Business Administration 104 weeks
Master of Marketing Management Advertising & Digital Marketing 104 weeks
Master of Human Resource Management Business Administration 104 weeks
Master of Business Administration (Plus) Business Administration 104 weeks
Master of Data Science Computer Sciences 104 weeks
Master of Nursing Practice (Graduate Entry) Nursing 104 weeks
Master of Communication Media Studies & Mass Media 104 weeks
Master of Pharmacy Pharmacy 104 weeks
Master of Building and Construction Information Management Construction Management 104 weeks
Master of Creative Industries Social & Cultural Studies 104 weeks
Master of Education (Professional Practice) Education & Teaching 52 weeks
Master of Public Health (Extended) Public Health 104 weeks
Master of Research 78 weeks
Master of Education (Research) Education & Teaching 104 weeks
Master of Nutrition and Dietetics Medicine & Health 104 weeks
Master of Clinical Psychology Psychology 104 weeks
Master of Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Sciences 104 weeks
Master of Business Administration Business Administration 78 weeks
Master of Information Technology Computer Science & IT 78 weeks
Master of Information Sciences (Research) Information Systems & Technology 104 weeks
Master of Applied Science (Research) Natural Sciences & Mathematics 104 weeks
Master of Architecture Architecture 104 weeks
Master of Information Technology and Systems Computer Science & IT 104 weeks
Master of Health (Research) Medicine & Health 104 weeks
Master of Occupational Therapy Rehabilitation Sciences 104 weeks
Master of International Development Social & Cultural Studies 104 weeks
Master of Education Studies Education & Teaching 104 weeks
Master of Professional Accounting Accounting 104 weeks
Master of Sport and Exercise Science (Research) Medicine & Health 104 weeks
Master of Sport Management (Research) Sport and Exercise Science 104 weeks
Master of Applied Arts and Humanities (Research) Arts, Design & Architecture 104 weeks
Master of Business Informatics Information Systems & Technology 104 weeks
Master of Diagnostic Pathology Natural Sciences & Mathematics 104 weeks
Master of Medical Imaging Health Sciences 130 weeks
Master of Engineering Computer Sciences 104 weeks
Master of Speech Pathology Rehabilitation Sciences 104 weeks
Master of Optometry Optometry 104 weeks
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
7 programmes
At the highest level, University of Canberra runs 7 programmes. These doctoral programmes are built around a sustained research project rather than taught coursework.
Professional Doctorate in Business Administration (Research) Business & Management 208 weeks
Professional Doctorate in Public Administration (Research) Business Administration 208 weeks
Doctor of Philosophy 208 weeks
Doctor of Philosophy (Law) Legal Studies 208 weeks
Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology Psychology 234 weeks
Doctor of Philosophy 254HC Natural Sciences & Mathematics 208 weeks
Doctor of Philosophy 254LC Philosophy & Ethics 208 weeks
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
33 programmes
University of Canberra lists 33 programmes outside the standard bachelor-to-doctorate ladder — vocational and pathway awards that often carry credit toward a later full degree.
Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations Education & Teaching 26 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and Foreign Language Teaching (FLT) Education & Teaching 26 weeks
Graduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and Foreign Language Teaching (FLT) Education & Teaching 52 weeks
Graduate Diploma in Accounting Accounting 52 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Accounting Accounting 26 weeks
Graduate Diploma in Business Business Administration 52 weeks
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Electrical Engineering 208 weeks
Bachelor of Building and Construction Management (Honours) Construction Management 208 weeks
Graduate Diploma in Communication Media Studies & Mass Media 52 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Education Studies Education & Teaching 26 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Building and Construction Information Management29 Construction Management 26 weeks
Graduate Diploma in Building and Construction Information Management Construction Management 52 weeks
Graduate Diploma in Creative Industries Social & Cultural Studies 52 weeks
Honours in Science and Technology Natural Sciences & Mathematics 52 weeks
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours) Architecture 208 weeks
Bachelor of Business, Government and Policy (Honours) Humanities & Cultural Studies 52 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Data Science Computer Sciences 26 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Education (Professional Practice) Education & Teaching 26 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Computer Science & IT 26 weeks
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology Computer Science & IT 52 weeks
Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honours) Psychology 52 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Human Movement Science Medicine & Health 26 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Health Research Medicine & Health 26 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Business Informatics Computer Science & IT 26 weeks
Graduate Diploma in Business Informatics Computer Science & IT 52 weeks
Graduate Diploma in Nutritional Science Medicine & Health 52 weeks
Bachelor of Arts and Design (Honours) Social & Cultural Studies 52 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Business Business Administration 26 weeks
Graduate Certificate in Pharmacotherapy Pharmacy 26 weeks
Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) Medicine & Health 52 weeks
Graduate Certificate in International Development Social & Cultural Studies 26 weeks
Graduate Diploma in International Development Social & Cultural Studies 52 weeks
Bachelor of Engineering in Network and Software Engineering (Honours) Engineering & Technology 208 weeks
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to University of Canberra
The standard application path for University of Canberra, broken into five practical steps with the documents and channels you will need at each stage.
- 1 Identify the right programme
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. University of Canberra offers 195 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
- 2 Check entry requirements
Each programme at University of Canberra has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
- 3 Prepare your application documents
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
- 4 Submit via the institution
Apply directly via University of Canberra's online portal at www.canberra.edu.au. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
- 5 Get in touch with admissions
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Reach the institution by phone at +61 (0)2 6201 5342. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about University of Canberra
Frequently asked questions about University of Canberra, covering the institutional basics most prospective applicants want to confirm first.
When was University of Canberra founded?
University of Canberra was established in 1967 (approximately 59 years ago).
In which city is University of Canberra?
University of Canberra is based in Canberra, Australia.
What is University of Canberra's control type?
University of Canberra operates as a public institution.
How many students study at University of Canberra?
University of Canberra has approximately 10,000-14,999 students.
What is University of Canberra's ranking?
It ranks #1786 globally and #35 in Australia.
What qualification levels does University of Canberra offer?
University of Canberra offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
How is University of Canberra organised academically?
University of Canberra has 6 academic units.
Is University of Canberra officially recognised?
University of Canberra is accredited by Department of Education and Training of Australia.
How do I find University of Canberra online?
You can find University of Canberra online at www.canberra.edu.au.
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