University of Canberra

The University of Canberra is a young, vibrant and energetic university serving the community of Canberra and the surrounding regions – city to coast, alpine to tablelands. Our home in Canberra is a place where ideas are born, creativity is explored and opportunity is created.

Whether it’s solving environmental challenges, meeting the healthcare needs of our community or equipping the leaders of the future, our university is an embodiment of our city. Though Canberra is home, our global connections are deep and far-reaching through our research, business connections, alumni networks and partnerships.

With a real-world, practical approach to education and deeply embedded work-based learning, we’re ranked #1 in Canberra for student support and full-time employment (Good Universities Guide, 2025). Many of our 99,000 alumni hold influential positions in public and private sectors in 120 countries.

Our ambition, talent and drive have seen us rocket up the rankings, placing us in the top 15 young universities in Australia*.

UC is a leading sports institution with strong ties to elite sporting teams. We also have world-class health facilities, including our integrated health precinct, which provides access to cutting-edge learning and research environments.

* Times Higher Education Young Universities Rankings, 2024

University of Canberra student cohort profile

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