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Australian Catholic University

Sydney, New South Wales · Private University · Est. 1991

AU Rank #31 Star rating 3/6 Registered with TEQSA in the Australian University category and listed on CRICOS under the ESOS Act Admissions open
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Private University
Founded
1991
Students
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International
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Overview

ACU is a public-funded Catholic university operating across seven campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Ballarat and Adelaide. Its programmes are concentrated in teaching, nursing and paramedicine, allied health, theology and philosophy, business and law.

Programs at ACU

144 programs across 8 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Accounting

Bachelor of Accounting and Finance

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 079454F · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,904 total
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Bachelor of Allied Health

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 097981M · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$97,176 total
Bachelor's Degree Public Health

Bachelor of Applied Public Health

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 079451J · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$97,176 total
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Bachelor of Arts

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 001300B · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$106,872 total
Bachelor's Degree Law (JD)

Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 079428G · Provider 00004G

⏱ 5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$184,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 120257K · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$139,872 total
Bachelor's Degree Biomedical Science

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 084789G · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$97,176 total
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor of Business

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 084344C · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,904 total
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor of Business Administration

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 073336E · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,904 total
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 117558A · Provider 00004G

⏱ 5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$184,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor of Commerce

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 068238E · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,904 total
Bachelor's Degree Accounting

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 108631E · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,904 total
Bachelor's Degree Information Systems

Bachelor of Commerce (Data Analytics)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 108634B · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,904 total
Bachelor's Degree Marketing

Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 108633C · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,904 total
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science

Bachelor of Computer Science

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 118206F · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$117,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 040836B · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$142,496 total
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 0102077 · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$142,496 total
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Bachelor of Educational Studies

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 097980A · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$106,872 total
Bachelor's Degree Sports Science

Bachelor of High Performance Sport

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 096799F · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$99,024 total
Bachelor's Degree Sociology

Bachelor of Human Rights

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 111436D · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$106,872 total
Bachelor's Degree Information Technology

Bachelor of Information Technology

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 071241F · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,904 total
Bachelor's Degree Law (JD)

Bachelor of Laws

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 079438F · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$147,200 total
Bachelor's Degree Law (JD)

Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 079434K · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$110,400 total
Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Bachelor of Nursing

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 001293G · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$117,840 total
Bachelor's Degree Nutrition & Dietetics

Bachelor of Nutrition Science

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 094690B · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$97,176 total
Bachelor's Degree Occupational Therapy

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 078172B · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$210,176 total
Bachelor's Degree Physiotherapy

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 071515G · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$210,176 total
Bachelor's Degree Psychology

Bachelor of Psychological Science

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 078173A · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$97,176 total
Bachelor's Degree Social Work

Bachelor of Social Work

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 084790C · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$129,568 total
Bachelor's Degree Speech Therapy

Bachelor of Speech Pathology

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 078174M · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$210,176 total
Bachelor's Degree Religious Studies

Bachelor of Theology

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 029061D · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$85,944 total
Bachelor's Degree Fine Arts

Bachelor of Visual Arts and Design

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 040344M · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$106,872 total
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Bachelor of Youth Work

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 084316G · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$106,872 total

Bachelor Honours Degree

Bachelor Honours Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 061891K · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$35,624 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Law (JD)

Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 090705K · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$147,200 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Nursing

Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 061896E · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$39,280 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Nutrition & Dietetics

Bachelor of Nutrition Science (Honours)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 0101322 · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$32,392 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Physiotherapy

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 086192J · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$210,176 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 102185D · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$129,568 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Social Work

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 084791B · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$129,568 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Speech Therapy

Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 083322F · Provider 00004G

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$210,176 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Religious Studies

Bachelor of Theology (Honours)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 061898C · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$28,648 total

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Business Administration

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 084682G · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$76,192 total
Master's Degree Nutrition & Dietetics

Master of Dietetic Practice

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 106766F · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$91,280 total
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Master of Education

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 084792A · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$53,436 total
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Master of Education

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 099127M · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$71,248 total
Master's Degree Information Technology

Master of Information Technology

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 079874G · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$76,192 total
Master's Degree Philosophy

Master of Philosophy

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 017784A · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$69,456 total
Master's Degree Accounting

Master of Professional Accounting

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 085337E · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$76,192 total
Master's Degree Psychology

Master of Professional Psychology

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 085312C · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$37,152 total
Master's Degree Psychology

Master of Psychology (Clinical)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 084338A · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$74,304 total
Master's Degree Public Health

Master of Public Health

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 089309K · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$64,144 total
Master's Degree Social Work

Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 105271D · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$64,144 total
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Master of Teaching (Primary)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 055926K · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$71,248 total
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Master of Teaching (Secondary)

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 051777F · Provider 00004G

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$71,248 total

Diploma

Diploma Biomedical Science

Diploma in Biomedical Science

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 106762K · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$28,344 total
Diploma Business Administration (MBA)

Diploma in Business

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 084317F · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$32,232 total
Diploma Criminology

Diploma in Criminology

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 111754A · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$33,920 total
Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences

Diploma in Exercise Science

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 106763J · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$28,344 total
Diploma Information Technology

Diploma in Information Technology

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 106765G · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$32,232 total
Diploma Social Sciences & Psychology

Diploma in Liberal Arts

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 0100749 · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$35,624 total
Diploma Nutrition & Dietetics

Diploma in Nutrition Science

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 106764H · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$28,344 total

PhD / Doctorate

PhD / Doctorate Religious Studies

Doctor of Ministry

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 108637K · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,184 total
PhD / Doctorate Philosophy

Doctor of Philosophy

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 097176G · Provider 00004G

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,184 total

Foundation

Foundation Social Sciences & Psychology

Foundation Studies

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 0101567 · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$23,120 total

Graduate Certificate

Graduate Diploma

Graduate Diploma Public Health

Graduate Diploma in Public Health

Australian Catholic University

CRICOS 089310F · Provider 00004G

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$32,072 total

Tuition fees & costs

International tuition, per year

A$32,392 – A$39,280/yr

Mid-range tuition

Typical course fee

A$35,624

Median of this provider's registered fees

CRICOS provider code

00004G

Registered for 10,000 overseas students

Fees are derived from the international tuition this provider registers against its own courses on the Commonwealth CRICOS register, annualised over each course's registered duration; the range is the 10th to 90th percentile across its undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate courses. Providers may also charge the capped Student Services and Amenities Fee, and you will need Overseas Student Health Cover on top. Always confirm the fee for your specific course with the provider before applying.

Guides for applying to Australian universities

All guides →
Study Guides Why Study in Australia? Rankings, Work Rights and Graduate Outcomes Seven Australian universities sit in the QS world top 100, degrees are taught entirely in English, and eligible graduates can stay and work on a Temporary Graduate visa — here is what studying in Australia actually involves. Application Guides How to Apply to an Australian University: ATAR, UAC and Direct Applications Domestic school leavers apply through a state admissions centre; international applicants apply directly to the university. This is the whole path, from entry requirements to Letter of Offer and Confirmation of Enrolment. Student Visa The Student Visa (Subclass 500) Explained, Step by Step What the Genuine Student requirement asks of you, why you need a CoE and OSHC before you lodge, how much money you must evidence, and how the 48-hours-a-fortnight work rule works.

Admission requirements

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.

Language: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

How to apply

  1. 1Choose a CRICOS-registered course and check its intake — most Australian degrees start in Semester 1 (late February/March) and Semester 2 (July), with some providers adding a November trimester.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.
  3. 3Meet the English language requirement: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.
  4. 4Apply directly to the university (or through a registered education agent), then accept your Letter of Offer and pay the initial fee instalment to be issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
  5. 5Take out Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the length of your stay, then lodge a Student visa (subclass 500) application with the Department of Home Affairs, meeting the Genuine Student requirement and evidencing the current financial capacity amount.

For international students

International students accept a Letter of Offer, pay the first fee instalment and are issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), then apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with the Department of Home Affairs. The application must satisfy the Genuine Student requirement, include Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the full stay and evidence the current financial capacity amount. Student visa holders may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while classes are in session and unrestricted hours during scheduled breaks; eligible graduates can apply for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to work in Australia afterwards.

Read the student visa & residence permit guide →

Scholarships for ACU students

National and foundation scholarships open to students at ACU. Because public universities in Australia charge no tuition, these mostly fund living costs.

Full Master's Degree

Australia Awards Scholarships

Australia Awards

Full tuition, return air travel, an establishment allowance, contribution to living expenses, Overseas Student Health Cover and introductory academic programme

Partner countries in the Indo-Pacific, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America Rolling
Full PhD / Doctorate

Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)

Australian Government — Department of Education

Tuition fee offset, an annual living stipend and allowances covering relocation and thesis costs

Domestic and international HDR candidates Rolling
Partial Bachelor's Degree

Destination Australia Program

Australian Government — Department of Education

Up to A$15,000 per year towards study at a regional campus

Domestic and international students at regional campuses Rolling
Full PhD / Doctorate

UNSW Scientia PhD Scholarship Scheme

Australian universities

A stipend above the standard rate, tuition coverage and a dedicated development and travel allowance

Domestic and international PhD candidates Rolling
See all scholarships to study in Australia →

Frequently asked questions

What are the admission requirements for Australian Catholic University?

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international a...

How much is tuition at Australian Catholic University?

Tuition is around A$32,392 – A$39,280/yr. Figures are indicative — confirm with the university.

How is Australian Catholic University ranked?

Australia national rank #31.

What are the English requirements?

International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and soci...

Sources

Last updated 26 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.