Australian Catholic University

Australian Catholic University is a public university with campuses across Melbourne, North Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra, Ballarat, Blacktown and Strathfield. It is known for a values-led education model, strong employability outcomes and a broad range of courses across health, business, education, IT and the social sciences.

For students planning a July 2026 start, ACU is worth considering if you want a university with a strong student support model, practical learning and a clear link to industry and community impact.

Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Institution type	Public university
Main campuses	Melbourne, North Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra, Ballarat, Blacktown and Strathfield
Popular intake	July 2026
Also available	February, March and August depending on course
Known for	Health, business, psychology, nursing, education and IT
Student support	International Student Advisers, orientation, study skills assistance and student services
Pathway focus	Career-ready degrees with practical learning

Why ACU Can Be A Good Fit

ACU combines a broad university offering with a strong sense of purpose. It publicly emphasises ethics, community, real-world learning and employability, which can be attractive if you want more than a purely academic experience.

The international student support model is a strong point. ACU says international fees include support from International Student Advisers, orientation, access to facilities and study skills assistance.

There is also a clear professional orientation in many courses, especially health and business, where placements and workplace learning are built into the degree.

2026 Tuition Snapshot

These are sample 2026 international course fees from current ACU course pages.

Course	2026 fee	Notes
Bachelor of Business	A$34,968	International, first year
Bachelor of Information Technology	A$34,968	International, first year
Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Business	A$34,968	International, first year
Bachelor of Psychological Science	A$32,392	International, estimated first year
Bachelor of Nursing	Fee listed in the 2026 international schedule	International course fees are set for the minimum duration

Admission Snapshot

Area	What students should check
Academic requirement	Depends on the course and country of qualification
English requirement	Course-specific English standards apply
Intake	July 2026 and other course-specific intakes across the year
Placement	Many degrees include community, clinical or industry placements
Campus location	Multiple campuses across Australia
Support	International Student Advisers, orientation and study skills support
Fees	Set for the minimum duration of the course and reviewed by year

Campus And Student Life

ACU's multi-campus structure lets students choose between big-city campuses and regional settings. That flexibility is helpful if you want to study close to where you live or match the campus to your course.

The university also highlights accommodation, student services and support for international arrivals, which makes the transition into Australia more manageable.

Who Should Consider ACU?

ACU can suit students who want:

• A July 2026 intake
• A public university with strong student support
• Health, business, psychology or IT study
• Practical placements and community-linked learning
• Multi-campus study options
• A values-led university environment

Things To Check Before Applying

Before finalising ACU, students should confirm:

• Which campus offers their chosen course
• The exact intake for that course
• Their international fee for the full duration
• English and academic entry requirements
• Whether the degree includes placements or professional experience
• Accommodation and living costs at their chosen campus

ACU is popular with students who want a supportive public university with practical outcomes.

Popular For

• Bachelor of Business
• Bachelor of Information Technology
• Bachelor of Psychological Science
• Bachelor of Nursing
• Health and allied health study
• Teaching, education and social sciences

Best Fit Students

ACU is usually a strong fit if you:

• Want a July 2026 intake
• Prefer a university with strong support services
• Want placement-heavy or work-integrated learning
• Are interested in business, health, psychology or IT
• Want multiple campus options