University of Canberra College

University of Canberra College is a college in Canberra, ACT. International students should budget around US$30,800 a year in total, covering roughly US$19,200 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 12 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 30 institutions we list in Australia.

Building 5, Level B, University of Canberra Bruce Campus, Canberra, ACT, Australia

Tuition: US$19,200/yr
Living: US$11,500/yr
Total: US$30,800/yr
Type: College
Location: Canberra, ACT

Why students choose University of Canberra College

Guaranteed progression to the University of Canberra, in the world's top 65 (THE Young Universities Rankings)
UC College students share the campus and use all University of Canberra facilities, giving an authentic and engaging start to university life
Small classes of 25–35, with tutors who follow your progress and support you promptly; you strengthen your English, build academic skills, adjust to university faster and reduce the risk of failing modules
A flexible route for everyone — students from the end of year 11 with IELTS 5.5 can begin
Scholarships worth up to AUD 45,000 across the full progression route
Start in Canberra: a high standard of living, wide job prospects and an extra year on the post-study work visa

University of Canberra College fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for University of Canberra College
Item	Amount
Duration	12 months
Tuition	AUD 29,250
Intakes	March, June and October
Route	on completing the foundation programme you progress straight into year one of any bachelor's degree at the University of Canberra
Specialisms	Business, Communication, Design, Information Technology, Health and Science
Duration	8 or 12 months
Tuition	AUD 30,500–34,500, depending on subject
Intakes	February and August, or March and October, depending on the course
Route	on completing the diploma you progress straight into year two of the corresponding bachelor's degree at the University of Canberra, so your total study time is unchanged compared with direct entry.
Duration	6 months
Tuition	AUD 16,500
Intakes	February and August

University of Canberra College entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Foundation year

Completion of year 11
English at IELTS 5.5 or above with no component below 5.0

Diploma

Completion of year 12
English at IELTS 5.5 or above with no component below 5.5

Pre-master's

A university graduate
English at IELTS 6.0 or above with no component below 6.0

Scholarships at University of Canberra College

Excellence scholarship of AUD 10,000 for Vietnamese students entering the Foundation or Diploma
Welcome to UC College Scholarship, 15%: awarded automatically to students entering the Foundation, Diploma or Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations
Pathway Progressing Scholarship of up to 30% for students who complete the Foundation or Diploma and progress to the University of Canberra

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at University of Canberra College?

Budget roughly US$30,800 a year in total — about US$19,200 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for University of Canberra College?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. Completion of year 11

Where is University of Canberra College?

University of Canberra College is in Canberra, ACT, at Building 5, Level B, University of Canberra Bruce Campus, Canberra, ACT, Australia.

Can international students work while studying at University of Canberra College?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In Australia the current allowance is 48 hours per fortnight during term, and the post-study route is temporary graduate visa (subclass 485).