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University of Canberra for International Students: Entry, Fees and Scholarships

Australia
October 29, 2026

TL;DR: The University of Canberra teaches international students at its main campus in Bruce, Canberra, and at its Sydney Hills campus in Castle Hill. Its International Course Guide lists 2026 annual fees from AUD 34,000 to AUD 55,000. Most master's degrees need IELTS 6.5, and school leavers or graduates who miss direct entry can start at University of Canberra College.

Can you get in, what will it cost, and is there money off? This guide answers all three from the University of Canberra's own pages. Prosper can apply to the University of Canberra for you. Check your eligibility with Prosper

Is the University of Canberra a good choice for international students?

For many it is a practical one. Its International Course Guide covers health, IT, business, education and engineering, most scholarships need no separate form, and a pathway college serves students who miss direct entry.

Campuses: Canberra and Sydney Hills

The main campus is in Bruce, Canberra. The Sydney Hills campus is at 1 McDougall Lane, Castle Hill, and lists two three-year degrees: the Bachelor of Nursing and the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to Five). The Bachelor of Nursing is open to international applicants at both campuses for 2027.

University of Canberra courses and fees

These are the guide's "2026 Annual Fee" figures. Fees are reviewed annually, so confirm the 2027 fee before you apply.

Course Length 2026 annual fee (AUD)
Bachelor of Nursing 3 years 38,000
Bachelor of Information Technology 3 years 38,000
Bachelor of Business 3 years 39,500
Master of Information Technology and Systems 2 years 42,000
Master of Professional Accounting 2 years 41,500
Master of Business Administration 1.5 years 41,500
Master of Nursing Practice (Graduate Entry) 2 years 39,500

The guide's lowest fee is AUD 34,000 for teaching degrees and its highest is AUD 55,000 for the Master of Physiotherapy. Compare in our guides to Australian tuition fees, the Master of Information Technology in Australia and the Master of Professional Accounting in Australia.

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University of Canberra entry requirements

Bachelor's applicants are ranked on "the qualification with the most competitive selection rank"; GCE A Levels are listed on the academic entry page. Most coursework master's degrees need an AQF-equivalent bachelor's degree; the Master of Information Technology and Systems accepts one in any field.

The standard English requirements are IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0) or PTE Academic 50 for undergraduate study, and IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or PTE 58 for postgraduate study. Nursing asks for IELTS 7.0. See our guide to student visa English requirements.

Which entry route fits your profile

Your profile Likely route Where UC College fits
School leaver (A/L or equivalent) meeting the rank and English score Direct entry to a bachelor's degree Not needed
School leaver below the rank or English score Foundation Studies or a diploma first Diplomas give up to one year of credit
Diploma holder Apply to the bachelor's; your strongest qualification is used Only if the diploma does not meet entry
Graduate with a recognised bachelor's degree Direct entry to a master's degree Not needed
Graduate with a three-year degree not approved for direct entry Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations Completing it qualifies you for your chosen master's

Scholarships for international students

These were open at the time of writing, awarded first come, first served until filled.

  • UC Merit Scholarship: 10% off tuition for all countries, marked "Always Open". It needs a GPA of 5 out of 7, or 70% for bachelor's and 65% for master's entry. Some health courses are excluded.
  • Welcome to UCC Scholarship: 15% off College foundation, diploma and graduate certificate fees for the 2027 intakes.
  • UCC Progression Scholarship: up to 30% off when you move from a College program into a degree, by GPA and nationality.

Intakes

Semester 1 starts 15 February 2027 and Semester 2 starts 9 August 2027, both open to international applicants. The Master of Nursing Practice (Graduate Entry) takes Semester 1 only.

The UC College pathway

University of Canberra College is the university's pathway provider. International Foundation Studies runs for 12 months. Of the diplomas, the Diploma of Communication needs IELTS 5.5 and starts 1 March, 28 June or 25 October 2027. The Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations takes one semester, needs IELTS 6.0, and completing it means you "automatically qualify" for your chosen coursework master's.

How Prosper applies to the University of Canberra for you

  1. We match your results, English and budget to a course and route.
  2. We prepare your documents and statement, including the Genuine Student requirement.
  3. We submit within 24 hours of receiving complete documents; scholarships are assessed with the application.
  4. After your offer, we guide your acceptance and visa file with our document checklist.

Allow three to four months in total; see how to apply to university in Australia. From 2 October 2026, Home Affairs changed rules on applying from inside Australia and on including family members.

Applying from Sri Lanka

  • A/L results: GCE A Levels are converted into a selection rank.
  • UC-Sri Lanka Excellence Scholarship: 30% off tuition for commencing students from Sri Lanka, marked "Always Open" on the scholarship page. It needs a GPA of 5.5 out of 7, or 80% for bachelor's and 75% for master's entry. Nursing and several health courses are excluded.
  • College progression: Sri Lanka is listed for the UCC Progression Scholarship at up to 30%.
  • Government funding: see our Australia Awards guide.

FAQ

What are the University of Canberra fees for international students? The University of Canberra International Course Guide lists 2026 annual fees from AUD 34,000 to AUD 55,000, with most IT and business master's degrees at AUD 41,500 to AUD 42,000.

What IELTS score does the University of Canberra need? The University of Canberra asks for IELTS Academic 6.0 for most bachelor's degrees and 6.5 for most master's degrees, with no band below 6.0. Nursing needs 7.0.

Does the University of Canberra have a campus in Sydney? Yes. The University of Canberra Sydney Hills campus is in Castle Hill and teaches the Bachelor of Nursing and the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to Five).

Do I need to apply separately for University of Canberra scholarships? No. For awards such as the UC Merit Scholarship, the University of Canberra assesses you when you apply for the course and shows any award on your offer letter.

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References

  1. International Course Guide (2026 annual fees), University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/campaign/uc-international-course-guide.pdf (accessed 29/10/2026)
  2. International fees and costs, University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/study-at-uc/fees-and-costs/international-fees-and-costs (accessed 29/10/2026)
  3. Campus locations, University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/about-uc/campus-locations (accessed 29/10/2026)
  4. Sydney Hills campus, University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/study-at-uc/other-locations/sydney/sydney-hills-campus (accessed 29/10/2026)
  5. Bachelor of Nursing (364JA), University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/course/364JA/2/2027 (accessed 29/10/2026)
  6. Master of Information Technology and Systems (973AA), University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/course/973AA/7/2027 (accessed 29/10/2026)
  7. Academic entry requirements, University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/get-into-uc/entry-requirements/academic-entry-requirements (accessed 29/10/2026)
  8. English language requirements, University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/entry-requirements-options/core-admission-requirements/english-language-requirements (accessed 29/10/2026)
  9. UC Merit Scholarships, University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/scholarship/uc-merit (accessed 29/10/2026)
  10. UC-Sri Lanka Excellence Scholarships, University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/scholarship/uc-sri-lanka-excellence (accessed 29/10/2026)
  11. International scholarships, University of Canberra College, https://www.canberra.edu.au/uc-college/courses/international-scholarships (accessed 29/10/2026)
  12. UC College, University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/uc-college/ (accessed 29/10/2026)
  13. Diploma of Communication (951AA), University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/course/951AA/7/2027 (accessed 29/10/2026)
  14. Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations, University of Canberra, https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/study-at-uc/international/international-student-experience-at-uc/graduate-certificate-in-academic-foundations (accessed 29/10/2026)
  15. Changes to Student visa application rules (subclasses 500 and 590), Department of Home Affairs, https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/changes-to-student-visa-application-rules-500-590 (accessed 29/10/2026)

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