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POSTGRADUATE
             DOMESTIC

  2020
CO U R  S E
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I T ’ S
YO     U R
      UC
A leading Australian university
in the nation’s capital.
At the University of Canberra, we are committed
to preparing professional and highly employable
graduates with the right mix of skills and knowledge.
Our teaching is enriched by practical and applied
industry practices, reinforced by a rich research
culture that constructs high-quality and high-impact
differences to the Australian and global community.

   Jemma Mrdak: UC Alumna
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                    SECURE YOUR FUTURE AT UC
                    The University of Canberra is committed to                      LEARN FROM INDUSTRY LEADERS
                    providing its postgraduate students the tools to                UC is rated 5-stars for staff qualifications, so you can be sure
                    succeed and enhance their career opportunities.                 that you will be taught by renowned leaders in their field
                    You will be learning from world leading academics and           Good Universities Guide 2019
                    experts, connecting with like-minded peers and gaining career
                    changing industry connections.                                  EXPERIENCE FLEXIBILITY AND CHOICE
                                                                                    UC provides a diverse range of full-time, part-time and online
                    GET AHEAD
                                                                                    postgraduate study options to suit your needs and lifestyle.
                    $80,700 Median UC postgraduate full-time salary and
                    $99,000 Median UC postgraduate research full-time salary        MAKE A CAREER CHANGE
                    2018 QILT Graduate Outcome Survey National Report
                                                                                    Our Postgraduate degrees opens doors that will compliment
                                                                                    your field or allow you to change your career direction entirely.
                    ENHANCE YOUR PROSPECTS
                    94.4% UC postgraduate students are employed after               STRONG LINKS TO INDUSTRY
                    completing their degree
                                                                                    Our extensive links with industry partners and collaborations
                    2018 QILT Graduate Outcome Survey National Report
                                                                                    will provide you with practical and direct experiences as well as
                                                                                    professional networking opportunities.
                    SUPPORTIVE LEARNING
                    ENVIRONMENT
                    Ranked #1 in the ACT for student support,
                    skills development and learning resources
     4              Good Universities Guide 2019
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FACILITIES, SERVICES AND SUPPORT
The University encompasses a rich and                               HEALTH AND WELLBEING
supportive community equipped with modern                           §§ Medical and Counselling Centre: provides medical and
facilities and learning environments.                                  counselling services and appointments as well as a
                                                                       range of health information.
FACILITIES                                                          §§ Inclusion & Engagement Office: coordinates and
§§ Laboratories – Our laboratories facilitate learning                 implements services and support to assist students
   experiences that equip you with practical skills in your field      with disability and/or health conditions.
   of study.                                                        §§ Student Welfare Office: provides confidential and free
§§ Research Facilities – Our globally competitive research             support with anything that may be impacting your ability to
   facilities position our students to deliver breakthroughs and       study successfully, such as grievances, misconduct, financial
   innovations in their research area.                                 difficulties and study problems.
§§ Sporting Facilities – An international centre of excellence in   §§ Multi-faith Centre: offers pastoral care services for UC students.
   sport and home to the ACT Brumbies and UC Capitals.
§§ Student Spaces – A variety of collaborative spaces for living    SECURITY
   and learning, including modern libraries and lounges.            §§ 24/7 security to provide a safe environment on campus.
§§ University of Canberra Hospital – The largest purpose-built
   rehabilitation centre in the ACT, equipped with state-of-        UC LIFE! RECREATIONAL AND SOCIAL
   the-art shared teaching and research spaces.                     §§ Over 50 faculty, social, cultural and sporting clubs who run
                                                                       events on and off campus throughout the year.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
                                                                    §§ Food outlets, bars, campus general store, post office, fitness

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§§ Range of face-to-face and online study help programs,               facilities all available on-campus.
   including academic mentoring and leadership services.
§§ Equity, Diversity and Disability Services.                       THE STUDENT CENTRE
§§ Study Abroad Programs.                                           §§ The Student Centre is the 'one-stop-shop' for all students'
§§ LGBTIQ supportive environment.                                      general administrative needs.

§§ The Ngunnawal Centre supporting Aboriginal and Torres
   Strait Islander students.                                        FAMILY SUPPORT
                                                                    §§ Campus based childcare option.
                                                                    §§ Parenting rooms and facilities on campus.

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DEGREE OPTIONS EXPLAINED
                    At UC we have a wide selection of                                    HIGHER DEGREE BY RESEARCH (HDR):
                    postgraduate courses suited to boost                                 MASTER BY RESEARCH OR DOCTOR
                    your skills, further your qualifications and                         OF PHILOSOPHY
                    enhance your career opportunities.                                   HDR programs require a supervised research component that
                    We take pride in the progressive and diverse delivery                contributes to the body of knowledge and advancement in
                    options of our courses that will allow you to complete your          a specific discipline. Pursuing a HDR program will transform
                    postgraduate studies while working full-time.                        you to become an expert in your field, allowing you to make an
                                                                                         impact in unchartered territories.
                    GRADUATE CERTIFICATE                                                 A master by research degree will typically take 1.5 to 2 years full
                    A graduate certificate comprises of core units that will             time to complete, or part-time equivalent.
                    comprehensively introduce key concepts and skills in a               The maximum duration of a PhD course is 4 years full-time
                    particular field. A graduate certificate will typically take 6       equivalent enrolment. PhD students have a target date for
                    months full time to complete, or part-time equivalent.               thesis submission of 3 years (36 months), inclusive of one year
                                                                                         of coursework study.
                    GRADUATE DIPLOMA
                    Expanding on the graduate certificate, a graduate diploma            ONLINE OPTIONS
                    cultivates an advanced understanding and proficiencies in a          UC online degrees are fully accredited and highly regarded.
                    specific area. This qualification can often give you the necessary   Some online degrees have limited on campus elements,
                    leap into the next stage of your career. In most cases, the          however generally these degrees are delivered 100% online,
                    graduate diploma can be credited and used as a pathway into          offering you the flexibility that suits your lifestyle and pace.
                    further postgraduate study. A graduate diploma will typically        Designed to meet your needs, you can expect to engage with
                    take 1 year full time to complete, or part-time equivalent.
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                                                                                         real-world business projects and dynamic industry events.
                                                                                         There are no exams, instead the course is focused on active
                    MASTER BY COURSEWORK DEGREE                                          engagement within business ecosystems.
                    A master by coursework degree builds a high-level degree
                    of specialised knowledge and skills in a specific profession or
                    industry. It can help you differentiate yourself in a competitive
                    market and advance or change your career. A master by
                    coursework degree will typically take 1.5 to 2 years full time to
                    complete, or part-time equivalent.

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POSTGRADUATE PATHWAYS
UC offers comprehensive pathways to help you achieve your postgraduate study goals.

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We consider your industry experience, meaning you may not necessarily need a degree to be admitted.

COURSEWORK PATHWAYS                                                   RESEARCH PATHWAYS
Postgraduate studies by coursework develops your knowledge            A Higher Degree by Research (HDR) involves a supervised
and skills in an industry or profession. Depending on your            research component, suitable for those looking to contribute to
program, your postgraduate studies by coursework will                 the growth and development of a specific area.
typically take between 6 months to 2 years (full-time).
                                                                      Your postgraduate studies by research will typically take
                                                                      between 1.5 to 4 years (full-time).
                                          RELEVANT
         BACHELOR
                                        PROFESSIONAL
          DEGREE
                                         EXPERIENCE
                                                                                                BACHELOR
                                                                                                 DEGREE

                         GRADUATE
                        CERTIFICATE
                                                                               MASTER BY
                                                                                RESEARCH                         HONOURS
                                                                              (1.5–2 YEARS)

                         GRADUATE
                          DIPLOMA
                                                                                              DOCTOR OF
                                                                                           PHILOSOPHY (PHD)

                        MASTER BY
                       COURSEWORK

                                                                      RECOGNITION OF PRIOR
                                                                      LEARNING AND CREDIT
                                                                      You may be eligible to have your previous studies or work
                             PHD
                                                                      experience credited to your postgraduate degree, which will
                                                                      allow you to complete your degree sooner.

                                                                      You can apply for recognition of prior learning when you
                                                                      apply to study at UC.                                                  7
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OUR COURSES
                    ARTS AND DESIGN

                    COURSE

                    Graduate Certificate in Communication                                                  350JA              0.5            Sem-1; Sem-2               7,250**

                    Graduate Certificate in Creative and Cultural Futures                                  ARC101             0.5            Sem-1                      10,750**

                    Graduate Certificate in Design Strategies                                              ARC001             0.5            Sem-1                      10,750**

                    Graduate Certificate in Heritage Materials Conservation                                ARC102             0.5            Sem-1                      10,750**

                    Graduate Certificate in International Development                                      336JA              0.5            Sem-1; Sem-2               9,750**

                    Graduate Certificate in Social Media and Public Engagement                             271JA              0.5            Sem-1; Sem-2               8,750**

                    Graduate Diploma in Communication                                                      351JA              1              Sem-1; Sem-2               14,500

                    Graduate Diploma in Creative and Cultural Futures                                      ARG101             1              Sem-1                      21,500

                    Graduate Diploma in Design Strategies                                                  ARG001             1              Sem-1                      21,500

                    Graduate Diploma in International Development                                          337JA               1             Sem-1; Sem-2               19,500

                    Master of Applied Arts & Humanities (Research)                                         303JA               2             Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2       RTP

                    Master of Architecture                                                                 913AA               2             Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP

                    Master of Arts in Creative and Cultural Futures^                                       ARM101              2             Sem-1                      21,500
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                    Master of Communication^                                                               352JA               2             Sem-1; Sem-2               14,500

                    Master of Design Strategies^                                                           ARM001              2             Sem-1                      21,500

                    Master of International Development^                                                   193JA               2             Sem-1; Sem-2               19,500
                    ^ Students who have completed a bachelor in a cognate discipline may be eligible for a 1.5year masters stream (12cp).

                    EDUCATION

                    COURSE

                    Graduate Certificate in Education                                                      345JA              0.5            Sem-1; Sem-2               8,000**

                    Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Education                                             356JA              0.5            Teaching Periods 1 - 6     8,000**

                    Graduate Certificate in TESOL and Foreign Language Teaching (FLT) EDC301                                  0.5            Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP

                    Graduate Diploma in TESOL and Foreign Language Teaching (FLT)                          EDG301             1              Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP

                    Master of Education                                                                    924AA              1              Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP

                    Master of Education (Research)                                                         927AA              2              Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2       RTP

                    Master of Education Studies                                                            245JA              2              Sem-1; Sem-2               16,000

                    Master of Primary Teaching                                                             EDM001             2              Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP

                    Master of Secondary Teaching                                                           EDM101             2              Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP

                    Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
                                                                                                           EDM301              2             Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP
                    (TESOL) & Foreign Language Teaching (FLT)

     8              KEY:         Course Code              Duration in years (full-time)            Commencement period                      Indicative domestic student fees ($AUD)*
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BUSINESS, GOVERNMENT AND LAW

COURSE

Graduate Certificate in Accounting                                                        MGC001              0.5          Sem-1; Sem-2                      12,000**

Graduate Certificate in Business                                                          299JA               0.5          Sem-1; Sem-2                      12,000**

Graduate Diploma in Accounting                                                            MGG001              1            Sem-1; Sem-2                      24,000

Graduate Diploma in Business                                                              MGG101              1            Sem-1; Sem-2                      24,000

Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies                                                         SCG001              1            Sem-1                             24,000

Juris Doctor                                                                              SCM001              3            Sem-1                             27,000

Master of Arts in Government (Research)                                                   920AA               2            Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2              RTP

Master of Arts in Tourism (Research)                                                      327AA               2            Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2              RTP

Master of Business (Research)                                                             859AA               2            Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2              RTP

Master of Business Administration                                                         723AA               1.5          Sem-1; Sem-2                      25,000

Master of Business Administration (Plus)                                                  MGM102              2            Sem-1; Sem-2                      32,800

Master of Human Resource Management                                                       MGM201              2            Sem-1; Sem-2                      24,000

Master of International Business                                                          MGM401              2            Sem-1; Sem-2                      24,000

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Master of Law (Research)                                                                  942AA               2            Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2              RTP

Master of Laws                                                                            849AA               1            Sem-1; Sem-2                      25,000

Master of Legal Studies                                                                   847AA               1.5          Sem-1; Sem-2                      25,000

Master of Marketing Management                                                            MGM301              2            Sem-1; Sem-2                      24,000

Master of Professional Accounting                                                         297JA               2            Sem-1; Sem-2                      24,000

Master of Public Administration                                                           737AA               1.5          Teaching Periods 1 - 6            24,000

Professional Doctorate in Business Administration (Research)                              380JA               4            Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2              RTP

Professional Doctorate in Legal Science (Research)                                        384JA               4            Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2              RTP

Professional Doctorate in Public Administration (Research)                                385JA               4            Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2              RTP

*Fees presented are an indicative annual fee only, based on 2019 historical fees or estimates for 2019. All fees are subject to change.
**Indicative fee for duration of the course (one semester).

CSP: Commonwealth Supported Places – fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and students only need to pay the Student Contribution Amount.
Please see Fees and Financial Support on page 13 for further information. CSPs are subject to thresholds and are not guaranteed.

RTP: Research Training Program – A research funding model by the Australian Government that provides a fee offset for the standard duration of higher degrees by research.        9
OUR COURSES (CONTINUED)
                    HEALTH

                    COURSE

                    Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology                          958AA       4.5    Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2       28,000

                    Graduate Certificate in Geo-Spatial Health                           379JA       0.5    Teaching Period 1          9,000**

                    Graduate Certificate in Health Research                              133JA       0.5    Sem-1; Winter; Sem-2       10,700**

                    Graduate Certificate in Human Movement Science                       868AA       0.5    Sem-1                      12,500**

                    Graduate Certificate in Human Nutrition                              773AA       0.5    Sem-1; Sem-2               10,500**

                    Graduate Certificate in Midwifery (Re-entry)                         HLC001      0.5    Sem-1                      CSP

                    Graduate Certificate in Pharmacotherapy                              302JA       0.5    Sem-1; Winter; Sem-2       10,500**

                    Graduate Certificate in Sports Analytics                             363JA       0.5    Sem-1; Sem-2               10,500**

                    Graduate Diploma in Counselling                                      342JA       1      Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP

                    Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound                               361JA       1      Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP

                    Graduate Diploma in Nutritional Science                              174JA       1      Sem-1; Winter; Sem-2       21,000

                    Master of Clinical Psychology                                        742AA       2      Tri-1                      CSP

                    Master of Counselling                                                341JA       2      Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP
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                    Master of Health (Research)                                          135JA       2      Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2       RTP

                    Master of Medical Imaging                                            340JA       3      Sem-1                      33,000

                    Master of Medical Ultrasound                                         362JA       1      Sem-1                      31,700

                    Master of Midwifery Practice                                         HLM001      2      Sem-1                      CSP

                    Master of Nursing                                                    261JA       1.5    Sem-1; Sem-2               19,700

                    Master of Nutrition and Dietetics                                    772AA       2      Sem-1                      CSP

                    Master of Occupational Therapy                                       132JA       2      Sem-2                      CSP

                    Master of Optometry                                                  374JA       2      Sem-2                      CSP

                    Master of Pharmacy                                                   767AA       2      Sem-1                      CSP

                    Master of Physiotherapy                                              768AA       2      Sem-2                      CSP

                    Master of Public Health                                              HLM101      1.5    Sem-1; Sem-2               21,000

                    Master of Speech Pathology                                           371JA       2      Sem-1                      CSP

                    Postgraduate Diploma in Health Research                              134JA       1      Sem-1; Sem-2               21,400

                    Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing                                      260JA       1      Sem-1; Sem-2               CSP

                    Professional Doctorate in Nurse Practitioner (Research)              253JA       3      Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2       RTP

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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

COURSE

Graduate Certificate in Business Informatics                                              841AA               0.5          Sem-1; Sem-2                      10,000**

Graduate Certificate in Government Informatics                                            338JA               0.5          Teaching Periods 1 - 6            6,350**

Graduate Certificate in Information Technology                                            840AA               0.5          Sem-1; Winter; Sem-2              12,000**

Graduate Diploma in Business Informatics                                                  844AA               1            Sem-1; Sem-2                      20,000

Graduate Diploma in Information Technology                                                843AA               1            Sem-1; Sem-2                      24,000

Master of Applied Science (Research)                                                      910AA               2            Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2              RTP

Master of Business Informatics                                                            309JA               2            Sem-1; Sem-2                      20,000

Master of Data Science                                                                    ITM001              2            Sem-1; Sem-2                      28,000

Master of Engineering                                                                     354JA               2            Sem-1; Sem-2                      CSP

Master of Information Sciences (Research)                                                 861AA               2            Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2              RTP

Master of Information Technology                                                          846AA               1.5          Sem-1; Winter; Sem-2              24,000

Master of Information Technology and Systems                                              973AA               2            Sem-1; Winter; Sem-2              CSP

HIGHER DEGREES BY RESEARCH

COURSE

                                                                                          254LC or
Doctor of Philosophy                                                                                          3.5          Res Sem-1; Res Sem-2              RTP
                                                                                          254HC

*Fees presented are an indicative annual fee only, based on 2019 historical fees or estimates for 2019. All fees are subject to change.
**Indicative fee for duration of the course (one semester).

CSP: Commonwealth Supported Places – fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and students only need to pay the Student Contribution Amount.
Please see Fees and Financial Support on page 13 for further information. CSPs are subject to thresholds and are not guaranteed.

RTP: Research Training Program – A research funding model by the Australian Government that provides a fee offset for the standard duration of higher degrees by research.   11
HOW TO APPLY
                    APPLICATIONS AND ADMISSIONS                                                      DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHD), PROFESSIONAL
                                                                                                     DOCTORATE, MASTER DEGREE BY RESEARCH
                    Before you apply, you should choose your course of study,
                                                                                                     Applications for UC research programs are made directly to
                    check the admission requirements and have your supporting
                                                                                                     the university. Applicants are encouraged to contact a faculty
                    documents ready. Detailed information on all courses offered
                                                                                                     or research institute HDR representative to discuss your
                    at UC can be found by searching our online course finder at
                                                                                                     application and research proposal before applying.
                    www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/courses/find-a-course
                                                                                                     Step 1. Visit www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/apply-now
                    The application process will differ depending on your course.
                                                                                                     Step 2. Download and complete the HDR Application for
                    GRADUATE CERTIFICATES, GRADUATE DIPLOMAS,                                        Admission/Scholarship form
                    MASTER BY COURSEWORK DEGREES
                                                                                                     Step 3. Submit this form and supporting documents either by:
                    1. Apply online*
                                                                                                     Email to hdrsupport@canberra.edu.au or post to:
                    Most postgraduate applications can be submitted directly
                    to the University through UC’s online application portal at                      Graduate Research, Locked Bag 1
                    student-canberra.studylink.com                                                   Canberra, ACT, 2601

                    The University does not accept paper applications, and there
                                                                                                     IMPORTANT DATES
                    is no application fee for applications.
                                                                                                     On time applications close one month prior to orientation week
                    2. Accept your offer
                                                                                                     for a given study period. Please note applications received after
                    Applications are assessed and made on an ongoing basis                           these dates will not be penalised and will still be considered,
                    throughout the year by the UC Admissions team. Applications                      however we strongly recommend that you submit your
                    generally take around a week to assess and you will be notified                  application on time to allow for sufficient processing before the
                    of the outcome as soon as possible. During peak periods, there                   commencement period.
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                    may be a delay in receiving your outcome.
                                                                                                     SEMESTER 2, 2019
                    Details on how to accept will be included in your offer letter.
                                                                                                     On time applications                  29 June 2019
                    You will also receive information about enrolling in units.
                                                                                                     Orientation week                      29 July 2019
                    3. Start your postgraduate study with UC
                                                                                                     Class commences                       5 August 2019
                    Welcome to the University of Canberra! Once you have been
                    accepted into your course you will be able to enrol in your                      SEMESTER 1, 2020
                    units. You can self-enrol online through the MyUC student                        On time applications                  3 January 2020
                    portal or visit the Student Centre on campus in Building 1 for
                                                                                                     Orientation week                      3 February 2020
                    face-to-face assistance.
                                                                                                     Class commences                       10 February 2020
                    *Please note, applicants for the Master of Clinical Psychology, Master of
                    Physiotherapy or Master of Occupational Therapy must apply through a
                    different portal: The Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) (https://www2.        SEMESTER 2, 2020
                    uac.edu.au/uacpg/). There is a non-refundable processing charge of $70.00
                    AUD for on time applications. Applications made directly to the University for   On time applications                  27 June 2020
                    theses specific courses will not be processed.                                   Orientation week                      27 July 2020
                                                                                                     Class commences                       3 August 2020

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FEES AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT
UNIVERSITY FEES                                                                     POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH
                                                                                    For domestic students pursuing an HDR program, you will
As a UC domestic student, there are a number of fees you
                                                                                    be provided for under the Federal Government’s Research
may need to pay throughout your studies. The fees you pay will
                                                                                    Training Program (RTP) funding model, which provides a fee
depend on your enrolment status, and whether you are studying
                                                                                    offset scholarship to pay your fees for the standard duration of
a postgraduate coursework or a postgraduate research degree.
                                                                                    your course (2 years for Masters by Research, 4 years for PhD
A domestic student includes anyone who is an Australian citizen,
                                                                                    and Professional Doctorate). Once your RTP entitlement is
New Zealand citizen, Australian Permanent Resident or holder of
                                                                                    consumed, you will be charged the fee rate for the current year,
a humanitarian visa.
                                                                                    noting that fees are indexed annually. For further information, visit
POSTGRADUATE COURSEWORK                                                             www.canberra.edu.au/current-students/canberra-students/
University fees for domestic students studying a coursework                         current-research-students/hdr-frequently-asked-questions/
program fall under one of two categories: Fee-Paying Places                         fees-and-scholarships
or Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). How much you
                                                                                    STUDENT SERVICES AND AMENITIES FEE (SSAF)
end up paying for your course depends on the type of fees
                                                                                    The SSAF is a compulsory fee for the provision of student
associated with your degree.
                                                                                    services and amenities of a non-academic nature, such as
1. Fee-Paying Places                                                                sporting and recreational activities, employment and career
If your course offers Fee-Paying Places, the price listed in the                    advice, child care, financial advice and food services. A You can
course tables on pages 10–11 is the indicative annual fee for                       choose to pay your SSAF upfront, or you can access a HECS-
students enrolled in full-time study. Although Fee‑Paying                           HELP loan to assist with your fees.
Places are not subsidised by the Australian Government, you
can still access a FEE‑HELP loan to assist with paying your                         FINANCIAL SUPPORT
fees. Please see Financial Support for further information.

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                                                                                    All university fees can be paid upfront, or you can choose to
2. Commonwealth-Supported Places (CSP)                                              use the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) to defer
Commonwealth Supported Places are available for select                              paying your fees until a later date. The Australian Government
postgraduate courses which are identified in the course tables                      Higher Education Loan Program consists of two loan schemes
on pages 10–11.                                                                     known as HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP.

If you’re enrolled in a CSP, Australian Government funding                          HECS-HELP
subsidises most of your university fees and you only need to pay                    Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) is the type
the remaining amount. This is called the Student Contribution                       of loan you take out as a university student to pay your Student
Amount (SCA). You can choose to pay your Student                                    Contribution Amount. All students enrolled in a Commonwealth-
Contribution Amount upfront, or you can access a HECS-                              Supported Place (CSP) are eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
HELP loan to assist with your fees. Please see Financial Support
                                                                                    FEE-HELP
for further information.
                                                                                    FEE-HELP is a similar loan scheme to HECS-HELP but for
Student Contribution Amount (SCA)                                                   students enrolled in a Fee-Paying Place. FEE-HELP differs from
Each year, the Australian Government releases the Student                           HECS-HELP in that it has a maximum limit that can be borrowed
Contribution Range which identifies how much a university                           (known as the FEE-HELP limit) and is usually for university students
can charge students. At most universities in Australia,                             studying postgraduate courses. For 2019, the FEE‑HELP limit is
including the University of Canberra, students are charged                          $104,440 for most students.
the maximum amount.
                                                                                    APPLYING FOR HECS-HELP AND FEE-HELP
2019 Student contribution bands and ranges*                                         When you enrol at university, you’ll be asked to complete an
STUDENT CONTRIBUTION BAND                                           RANGE**         online form and select your preferred billing option. You can
Band 1: Humanities, behavioural science, social studies,
                                                                                    choose to pay your fees upfront, make a partial payment and
education, clinical psychology, foreign languages, visual            $0 – $6,566    defer the remaining fee, or defer the whole payment via your
and performing arts, nursing                                                        HELP loan. For further information, visit StudyAssist.gov.au
Band 2: Computing, built environment, other health,
allied health, engineering, surveying, agriculture,                   $0 - $9,359   SCHOLARSHIPS
mathematics, statistics, science
                                                                                    UC offers a variety of endowment, government and internally
Band 3: Law, dentistry, medicine, veterinary science,
                                                                    $0 - $10,958    funded scholarships to assist with postgraduate study costs.
accounting, administration, economics, commerce
                                                                                    Selection criteria vary depending on the scholarship. In most
* 2020 student contribution bands were not available at the time of printing.
Please visit StudyAssist.gov.au for the latest rates.
                                                                                    cases, you will need to submit a separate scholarship application.
** Per equivalent full-time study load                                              For a comprehensive list of scholarships on offer at UC, visit
                                                                                    www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/
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The University of Canberra acknowledges the
Ngunnawal people, traditional custodians of
the lands where Bruce Campus is situated.

We wish to acknowledge and respect their
continuing culture and the contribution they
make to the life of Canberra and the region.

We also acknowledge all other First Nations
Peoples on whose lands we gather.

Jimmy Ennett: UC Alumni
YO  U R F U T U R E
  S TART S  H E R E
                                       OPEN DAY 2019
                                 Saturday 31 August, 9am–4pm

2020 KEY DATES                                                               CAMPUS TOURS                                GET IN TOUCH
                                                                             A great way to get a feel for campus life     1800 UNI CAN
SEMESTER 1                             SEMESTER 2
                                                                             is to take a free campus tour. They’re        (1800 864 226)
Orientation Week: 3–9 February         Orientation Week: 27 July–31 August   available for students and their families
Semester start: 10 February            Semester start: 3 August              every weekday from 9am–4pm.                   study@canberra.edu.au
Census date: 6 March                   Census date: 28 August                Tours take about 45 minutes and               University of Canberra
Examination period: 11–23 May          Examination period: 2–14 November     include a history of the University and       Canberra ACT 2601
Results released: 1 June               Results released: 20 November         a run down of all UC facilities,              Australia
                                                                             services, clubs and societies, and
                                                                             university events.                            universityofcanberra
WINTER TERM                            SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
                                       DATES                                 To book a campus tour, visit                  unicanberra
Semester start: 1 June
                                       Semester 1 closing date:              canberra.edu.au/campus-tours
Census date: 12 June                                                                                                       universityofcanberra
                                       Friday of Week 2
Examination period: 20 July–1 August
                                       Semester 2 closing date:
Results released: 10 August            Friday of Week 2                                                                  #WEAREUC
                                       Honours closing date:
                                       Last Friday of November

                                                                                          canberra.edu.au/future-students
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