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Canberra, ACT, Australia · public

University of Canberra

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University of Canberra does not publish a single closing date. For its next intake (Semester 1), we recommend applying around October 2026, roughly three to four months ahead.

At a glance

International tuition
A$30,000/yr
First-year budget
A$63,000 to A$72,000
English (minimum)
IELTS 6.0 · PTE 50
Application fee
None
Intakes
Semester 1 · Semester 2
Regional (migration)
Yes
Selectivity
Competitive
Degree levels
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD, Foundation/Pathway

Good for

  • Regional migration points (491 and 190 pathways)
  • Lower tuition, from A$30,000/yr
  • More than one intake a year
  • No application fee
  • Accepts IELTS 6.0 or PTE 50

Derived from the data on this page. Individual courses set their own fees, entry scores, and intakes, so check the ones you are applying to.

Overview

UC's Bruce campus houses an Australian Institute of Sport partnership, giving its exercise science and sports management programs direct access to elite training facilities most universities can't offer.

Who is this university for?

UC is a practical, teaching-focused university in the national capital, strong in sports science (through an Australian Institute of Sport partnership), health, education, and public administration. Canberra has lower living costs than Sydney, a tight graduate labour market in government, and its own state nomination stream. It suits students who want a mid-sized university with strong internship links to the public sector.

Admissions

Selectivity
Competitive
GPA requirement
min 2.8
Academic requirement
+2 Transcript
Required tests
IELTS/PTE
English (institutional minimum)
IELTS 6 · PTE 50
Degree levels
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD, Foundation/Pathway

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Australian universities do not publish official acceptance rates. Selectivity here is our editorial band, not a percentage. Mainstream public university. Entry is real but attainable from a recognised bachelor's or Year 12 equivalent, while named professional courses such as nursing, teaching and psychology set higher course-specific bars. Individual competitive courses stay harder to enter than the institution-wide band suggests. How we assign it.

Tuition & first-year budget

International tuition
A$30,000/year
Application fee
None
Living cost estimate
A$29,000/year

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Estimated first-year budget

A$63,000 to A$72,000

Tuition plus about A$29,000 living costs, the application fee, and roughly A$4,000 in one-off setup costs (visa, health cover, flights, initial deposits). Tuition varies widely by course, so check your specific program.

The living-cost figure is an estimate for Canberra, anchored to the Australian Government’s AUD 29,710 minimum for a single student visa applicant (2026) and adjusted for the city. Your actual costs depend most on rent and lifestyle.

Financial aid & scholarships

See all scholarships for studying in Australia, including national government schemes.

Academics

Bachelor of Acting and Performance

Undergraduate · Music & Performing Arts

Bachelor of Applied Fashion

Undergraduate · Arts & Design

Bachelor of Arts

Undergraduate · Arts & Design

Bachelor of Arts and Design (Honours)

Undergraduate · Arts & Design

Bachelor of Building and Construction Management (Honours)

Undergraduate · Architecture

Bachelor of Business

Undergraduate · Business

Bachelor of Business Informatics

Undergraduate · Information Technology

Bachelor of Business, Government and Policy (Honours)

Undergraduate · Political Science & International Relations

Bachelor of Commerce (Business Economics)

Undergraduate · Economics

Bachelor of Communication and Media

Undergraduate · Communications & Media

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How to apply

  1. Pick your course and check it is open to international students for your intended intake.
  2. Check the entry requirements for that specific course: academic background, minimum GPA or ATAR, subject prerequisites, and the English test score it accepts.
  3. Prepare your documents: academic transcripts and completion certificates, your English test result (IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL), passport, CV, and a statement of purpose if the course asks for one.
  4. Apply online through the university's application portal, or through an authorised education agent in your country. Both routes reach the same admissions team.
  5. Pay the application fee if the course charges one. Many Australian universities do not.
  6. Wait for the outcome. You may receive a full offer, a conditional offer (for example, subject to final results or an English score), or a rejection.
  7. Accept your offer and pay the tuition deposit. The university then issues a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
  8. Use the CoE to apply for a Student visa (subclass 500), arrange Overseas Student Health Cover, and book travel.

Requirements and steps can vary by course. Always confirm the process for your specific program on the university’s official website before applying.

Application deadlines

University of Canberra runs fixed intakes rather than one hard deadline. The dates below are the recommended times to have your international application in, about three to four months before each intake. Postgraduate and competitive courses close earlier; later applications are often still accepted while places and visa time remain. Confirm the exact date for your course on the university’s site.

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Semester 1 · Graduatearound October 2026Recommended

University of Canberra assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the February or March 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Canberra asks international applicants to apply through its portal at least two months before the semester start. Late applications are considered case by case and may be deferred to a later intake.

Semester 1 · Undergraduatearound November 2026Recommended

University of Canberra assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the February or March 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Canberra asks international applicants to apply through its portal at least two months before the semester start. Late applications are considered case by case and may be deferred to a later intake.

Semester 1 · Foundation/Pathwayaround November 2026Recommended

University of Canberra assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the February or March 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Canberra asks international applicants to apply through its portal at least two months before the semester start. Late applications are considered case by case and may be deferred to a later intake.

Semester 2 · Graduatearound April 2027Recommended

University of Canberra assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Canberra asks international applicants to apply through its portal at least two months before the semester start. Late applications are considered case by case and may be deferred to a later intake.

Semester 2 · Undergraduatearound April 2027Recommended

University of Canberra assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Canberra asks international applicants to apply through its portal at least two months before the semester start. Late applications are considered case by case and may be deferred to a later intake.

Semester 2 · Foundation/Pathwayaround April 2027Recommended

University of Canberra assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Canberra asks international applicants to apply through its portal at least two months before the semester start. Late applications are considered case by case and may be deferred to a later intake.

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University of Canberra: common questions

Does University of Canberra charge an application fee for international students?

No. University of Canberra does not charge international students an application fee when you apply directly or through an authorised agent. Third-party application platforms may add their own service fee.

What English test score do I need to get into University of Canberra?

The institutional minimum for undergraduate entry at University of Canberra is IELTS 6 overall, or PTE Academic 50. This is a floor, not a guarantee: nursing programs usually need IELTS 7.0, teaching 7.5, and medicine, law, and business often 7.0. Postgraduate coursework is typically 6.5. Always check the score for your specific course.

How much does it cost to study at University of Canberra for a year?

As an international student, budget roughly A$63,000 to A$72,000 for your first year. That is tuition from about A$30,000, around A$29,000 in living costs for Canberra, plus roughly A$4,000 in one-off setup costs. Tuition varies widely by course.

Is University of Canberra a Group of Eight university?

No. University of Canberra is not a member of the Group of Eight (Australia's eight research-intensive universities: ANU, Melbourne, Sydney, UNSW, Queensland, Monash, Western Australia, and Adelaide). Many fields are taught just as well outside the Go8 for lower fees.

When can I start studying at University of Canberra?

University of Canberra has two main intakes a year: Semester 1, starting in February or March, and Semester 2, starting in July. The recommended time to apply is about three to four months before the intake, and postgraduate and competitive courses close earlier.

Is University of Canberra in a regional area for skilled migration?

Yes. Canberra is a designated regional area for skilled migration, so studying at University of Canberra earns 5 extra points on the skilled points test and opens the Skilled Work Regional (491) visa. Living costs are also usually below Sydney and Melbourne.

How do I apply to University of Canberra as an international student?

Choose your course and confirm it is open to international students for your intake, check the entry requirements and English score, then apply online through the university's admissions portal or through an authorised agent in your country. After an offer you accept, pay the deposit, receive a Confirmation of Enrolment, and use it to apply for a Student visa (subclass 500).

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