Make a difference
ACU National will give you the education you need to make a difference to the world we live in.

A national leader
ACU National is one of the leading universities in Australia in the fields of education and health sciences (nursing and exercise science).

A specialist university
ACU National also has first-class programs in the social and environmental sciences, business and information technology, philosophy, theology and the liberal arts.

Ethical
ACU National's core concern is with ethics in all fields of study. We seek to empower students and staff with a strong sense of social responsibility.

Think for yourself
ACU National creates environments and experiences that help students to critique issues and construct knowledge for themselves.

Be an individual
ACU National students enjoy our small, friendly campuses, small class sizes, easy access to lecturers and outstanding student support services. Our students consistently give us a five-star rating in terms of their educational experience.

Expertise and resources
ACU National students have access to expertise and resources on six campuses located in three states and the ACT via video conferencing, electronic collection and a library of more than 460,000 items.

Academic excellence
ACU National has leading academics and strong research capabilities.

Open to all
ACU National is a public university funded by the Australian government and open to students and staff regardless of their beliefs and background.

National
ACU National has six campuses around Australia and off-campus activity throughout Australia
and overseas.

International
ACU National has close connections with universities throughout the world, both Catholic and other.

Employment
ACU National graduates are high achievers and enjoy one of the best rates of employment in Australia. Many find jobs using their professional skills even before they have completed their postgraduate qualifications.

Flexible
Postgraduate study at ACU National is highly flexible and can be combined with part-time or full-time work. Many units are offered in a variety of modes including vacation/weekend schools and also field-based learning, self-directed projects and online.