University of Canberra

City: Canberra
CRICOS #: 00212K

Web Link: University of Canberra (Australian Universities)

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Address: University of Canberra ACT 2601

Phone: 61 2 6201 5342
Fax: 61 2 6201 5040

Teaching Periods: January-December

Campus Location(s): Bruce

Description: Internationally focused, the University of Canberra enjoys a diverse student population from more than 80 countries worldwide on the Canberra Campus. Offshore, the University teaches programs in countries such as Hong Kong, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. Our Australian Students also enjoy and benefit from this international environment, with quite a few spending some of their time studying overseas. UC now works in partnership with more than 40 international universities.

UC has a five star ranking for both graduate employment and graduate starting salaries.
UC provides opportunities within many degrees for internships and/or projects working with industry.
A lifestyle in a community that has Australia's highest rates of employment
UC has highly qualified staff who also have had industry experience-the University of Canberra rates amongst the top Australian Universities for staff with higher degree qualifications (DEST).
Location within the National Capital with access to great cultural, sporting and recreation facilities.
Class sizes are small and are supported by teacher-students interaction in tutorial groups.

The University of Canberra College offers students a range of professional programs of study including diplomas in business, commerce, information technology and communication that will prepare you for a global career. The pathways offered by the University of Canberra College give our graduates the skills needed to study successfully at the University of Canberra. (for more information please visit www.canberra.edu.au/college)

Facilities: UC provides access to competitively priced on-campus and off-campus accommodation (housing) arranged through the Residential Services Office.
The accommodation options include: Student Residence (on-campus), boarding with Australian families (homestay) or group house (sharing private rental).

Other facilities include:

Computer Services Centre
Library
Clubs and societies
Recreational activities
Religious facilities-Including a Muslim prayer room
Commercial facilities
Sports Centre
Careers and Graduate Employment
Health and Counselling

Services: All international students are part of the University community and as such you can make use of all university facilities and services available to the entire student body. However the University also recognises that someone studying in a foreign country may have some additional and different needs-so UC provides additional services for international students to help you make the transition more smoothly. These special services include the following:

International Office
International Student Adviser (International Office)
Orientation week
Airport pick up and reception services
Academic support unit
Computer services centre
Internet Access
Health and Counselling centre
Library
Recreational Activities
Religious Facilities
Sports Centre
Shopping and Food
Students' Association
Student Counsellors
University of Canberra Overseas Students'Organisation (UCOSO)
Careers and Graduate Employment Office

Fees: Fees range from $11,000 to $18,850 per year depending on the course.

Fees Include: Tuition and access to UC services and facilities

Specialisation: UC offers a range of internationally recognised undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in a variety of study areas. Study Abroad and International student exchange programs are also available.

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