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Learn how your ATAR and adjustment factors form your selection rank and how this determines your eligibility for certain UC courses.
A place to find community, not competition.
If you’re in Year 12 and thinking about university, you’re probably asking: Will I fit in? Can I afford it? Am I ready? At the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ of Canberra, we understand that starting uni is a big step — and we’re here to make it easier. UC is a place where you’ll be welcomed, supported, and set up to succeed.
What you’ll find at UC
- Flexible entry options — your ATAR isn’t the only way in
- Scholarships and cost-of-living support
- A friendly, student-led campus that’s diverse but not overwhelming
- Teachers who love to teach, not just lecture
- Real-world experience built into every degree
Hear it from students
"My teachers love to teach, not lecture."
“UC is a community, and it involves everyone. It isn’t a competition."
"I just wanted to feel like I belonged — and I do here."
"UC didn’t expect me to have it all figured out. They helped me get there."
#1 in Canberra for full-time employment
Good Universities Guide, 2025*
#1 in Canberra for student support
Good Universities Guide, 2025
Top 7 in the world for reducing inequalities
Time Higher Education Impact Rankings, 2024
#1 in Canberra for full-time employment
Good Universities Guide, 2025*
#1 in Canberra for student support
Good Universities Guide, 2025
Top 7 in the world for reducing inequalities
Time Higher Education Impact Rankings, 2024
Learn more about pathways to study at UC, our support services, and scholarships
Receive an early offer to the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ of Canberra before your ATAR is released with our early entry pathways.
September Early Offer Round
Get an early offer for your dream course at UC, based on your Year 11 results and a personal statement. Applications close each year in August with offers made in September before the release of your ATAR.
Applications open until 17 August 2025
Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS)
The SRS provides you with an early offer to UC based on the recommendation of your school’s assessment of your abilities and success to date. Applications close each year in September with offers released in November before your ATAR.
Applications open until 5 September 2025
Portfolio Entry
If you’re looking to study an undergraduate degree in arts, built environment, communication and media, or design, you may be able to gain entry to one of the Faculty of Arts and Design’s (FAD) degrees by submission of a creative portfolio.
Applications always open
Learn about our study areas
Explore your entry options
Entry requirements
Admissions programs
Admissions programs
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Read about our alternative entry programs – a great choice if you’re interested in early entry or don’t meet the requirements for your chosen course.
Pathways programs
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It’s okay if you don’t meet the minimum requirements for your preferred course – learn more about UC Connect, our pathway program for school leavers.
"One of my lecturers was a former ABC journalist with strong connections to ABC Canberra. She helped me get my first internship at the ABC studios and my career has progressed from there."
Lewis Haskew
Bachelor of Communications in Journalism
Created in partnership with , the Snow Scholarships are among the most generous in Australia - worth up to $90,000 over three years!
They’re designed to support students from Canberra and regional NSW who face financial, social, or cultural barriers to university. If that sounds like you, this could be your chance.
Beyond your lectures, tutorials, labs and library time, there’s plenty of hours left in the day to experience a full and fun social life at UC. Join one of our clubs or societies, meet friends on campus for events, gigs or market days, or get involved in sport, art, music, languages and so much more. Join one of our regular campus tours to check out the learning spaces and facilities at our Bruce campus and hear about the services available to students.
Relocating? Let us help
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If you’re considering relocating to Canberra for your studies, have you thought about staying on campus? With many affordable student accommodation options available, as an undergrad or postgrad student you’ll be at the heart of everything the UC community has to offer.
From the campus library, supermarkets, UC Hospital and medical facilities to cafés, bars and restaurants, you’ll have everything you need right at your doorstep. Explore our various on-campus residence options tailored to suit your needs.
UC Lodge
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Located on campus with modern spaces to lounge and study in, enjoy everything UC has to offer in one of UC Lodge’s 353 apartments or studios.
Weeden Lodge
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Based in Belconnen near shopping, restaurants, cafés and Lake Ginninderra, Weeden Lodge offers 309 stylish apartments and studios close to campus.
Cooper Lodge
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Close to the UC Library, cafés, a supermarket and a bar, Cooper Lodge has 296 apartments and studios suitable for those who are as social as they are studious.
Campus West
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Set out like a village while being staffed and secure, Campus West strikes the perfect balance between student housing and independent living.
