Academic excellence and collaboration in Nepal
20 MarchACU has pledged to support staff and students from Kathmandu University with the establishment of three Higher Degrees by Research (HDR) scholarships.
Work with ACU to answer the big questions. Through the development of active international partnerships, we collaborate with our partners to find solutions for the good of all.
See what makes us a unique collaborator, explore our existing network of more than 200 partner institutions, and find out how to partner with us or request a visit to ACU
ACU has a distinctive approach to higher education – one that stands out in Australia. As a young university that combines tradition with new ways of working, our teaching, research and focus on serving others reflect areas of strength, growth and the University’s mission.
We know who we are and what we stand for, and remain open to partnering with like-minded universities and institutions around the world.
When you partner with ACU, you become part of a global network of more than 200 universities across 40 countries. These relationships support education abroad, staff mobility, collaborative research, articulation and shared community engagement activities.
We welcome over 250 international students from our partner universities every year, thanks to these connections. And more than 1000 of our own students engage in international learning experiences annually.
ACU also maintains strategic global partnerships to foster research and teaching cooperation, and provide opportunities for staff and students.
Our key partnerships include:
Browse the full list of International Partners
As Australia’s largest Catholic university, we provide our partners with access to an extensive network of industry and community connections. We have six campuses across Australia, and serve as a gateway to study and research collaborations in each region.
Plus, we have developed innovative learning models and academic pathways that may benefit our partner institutions.
We continue to develop new, active partnerships with compatible international universities and institutions to:
We are open to a range of partnerships and collaborations – from student exchanges to Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs).
Key student-focused partnership types include:
View our full list of our partnership types
If you are a faculty member or representative of a university or institution seeking to establish an impactful international partnership with ACU, we welcome you to take the first step by completing our Online International Partnership Proposal Form.
Kindly note that this form is not to be completed by prospective education agents. For enquiries related to becoming a registered ACU agent, please contact ACU International.
Dedicate 15 to 30 minutes to comprehensively complete our International Partnership Proposal Form. To optimise your experience, we advise reviewing the questions beforehand to ensure you have all the essential information at your fingertips. A key point to note is that the form does not allow for midway saves, so all responses should be finalised and submitted in a single session. This approach streamlines the submission process.
At ACU, forging international agreements that formalise partnerships is a deliberate process, aligned with ACU's defined rules and procedures. This process entails a thorough consultation and approval procedure, emphasising our commitment to maintaining quality standards and fostering meaningful collaborations.
Once your submission is received, we will reply with further information about the assessment process and timeframes.
We look forward to welcoming international visitors and delegations to our campuses. ACU is committed to providing courteous and professional support, and we will endeavour to accommodate all requests.
To request a visit to ACU, submit a visit request online. Upon receipt of the visit proposal, Global and Education Pathways will assess the request and get in touch regarding the progress and outcome.
Does your company want to become an authorised ACU education agent, to advise students about studying at ACU? Email the International Agent team.
Send an emailWe welcome our partners in Catholic identity and mission. Learn how we work with partners, meet our executive team, and view programs and opportunities.
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