Changing careers as a first responder

You’ve spent your career showing up for others when it mattered most. As you take the next steps towards a new path, we’re here to support you with personalised advice, flexible study pathways and transition support.

ACU's pathways and support are designed to help you thrive.

Connections for first responders

One-on-one consultations

Your career has been unique and your support should be too. Book a 20-minute one-on-one consultation with us for an opportunity to chat about your study options.

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Preparing for Uni Program

You may have studied before, but a refresher can make returning to uni easier. Our Preparing for Uni Program is designed to help you return to study with confidence and succeed at uni.

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Campus tours

Let us show you around campus while we discuss your study options.

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Open Day

Change is exciting, but it can cause feelings of uncertainty. That's why we run Open Day - it's everything you need, in one place, to help you make your choice.

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Your study briefing

Find everything you need to know about applications, fees and financial support, student services and study options.

How to apply

Our step-by-step guide breaks down everything you need to know about how to apply to ACU.

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Important dates for your application

After you've found the course you want to study on our course browser, you'll see whether you apply directly to ACU or need to apply via a Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC, UAC or QTAC). We recommend applying as early as possible - this secures your spot and helps avoid higher application fees.

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Find your pathway

ACU admission pathways are designed to help you meet the entry requirements of your chosen course. Use our Pathway Finder to discover the best pathway for you.

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Understand credit and RPL

If you have previous study or work experience, you may qualify for credit transfer or recognition of prior learning (RPL) towards a course.

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Fees

Your fees will depend on which course you choose. All undergraduate courses, and some postgraduate courses, for domestic students are funded by Commonwealth supported places (CSP) - which means the Australian Government subsidises your course fees and you pay the remainder.

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Scholarships

Our scholarships consider every student type and they can be a big financial help. Browse scholarship options and how to apply.

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Postgraduate alumni rebate

Have you studied with ACU before? We offer a 10 per cent reimbursement on full fee-paying courses to alumni and students about to graduate.

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Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP)

If you're a domestic student enrolled in a nursing, midwifery, teaching or social work degree, you may be eligible for the CPP while you complete your mandatory placements.

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Flexible study options

Whether it's part-time, online, multi-mode or intensive, we offer the flexibility to fit study around other commitments.

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ACU Thrive

We've thoughtfully designed your first year at ACU specifically to ensure a smooth transition into your studies - supporting your success and wellbeing.

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Student services

Whether it's brushing up on referencing, utilising library resources or accessing support, we offer a wide range of student services to help.

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Student Veteran Services

Veterans and ADF-connected students are supported across the whole ACU journey, from application and enrolment to study support, resources and access to tailored events.

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Making our mark

Top 10 Catholic universities worldwide
No. 2 for good health and wellbeing worldwide
24th for research quality worldwide
95 % of graduates employed
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World-leading research

We rank first or equal first in ten fields of research including human movement and sports science, nursing, nutrition and dietetics, public health and health services, religion and religious studies, and specialist studies in education.

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Industry connections

Throughout your degree you'll hear and learn from industry leaders who bring their expertise to ACU to inspire a new generation of leaders.

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