Australian National University
The Australian National University (ANU) was specifically established in 1946, under Commonwealth legislation, “to encourage and provide facilities for graduate research and study both generally and in relation to subjects of national importance to Australia”. The ANU was one of the first Australian universities to award the degree of Doctor of Philosophy and has earned an international reputation for continued excellence in research and in the training of graduate coursework students.
The ANU is a unique university, both within the Australian system and internationally, well-positioned to maintain its role as a major centre for graduate teaching in the natural, physical and social sciences and the humanities.
Contact details
| postal enquiries The Admissions Office The Australian National University Canberra ACT 0200 in person Student Enquiry Counter Ground Floor Pauline Griffin Bldg (#11) The Australian National University Ellery Crescent, Acton ACT tel: (02) 6125 5594 Freecall 1800 620 032 fax: (02) 6125 0751 email: admiss.enq@anu.edu.au website: www.anu.edu.au (see also course search - Faculty links for course-specific information) |
Admission requirements
The basic admission qualification for postgraduate courses is completion of a recognised Bachelor degree. Admission requirements vary depending on the course you are interested in. Any special requirements are listed in the course search or in the Graduate Coursework Student Prospectus at http://info.anu.edu.au/studyat/.
Special Consideration
ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences: Graduates whose academic record does not meet normal admission requirements may apply for special consideration. In addition to submitting an application to UAC, such applicants should also write directly to the Postgraduate Coursework Officer, ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences, The Australian National University, Canberra ACT 0200, seeking special consideration. When writing, quote your UAC application number (if known).
ANU College of Asia and the Pacific, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre: If your academic qualifications alone do not meet the admission requirements and admission is being sought on the basis of a combination of academic qualification and relevant work experience, you need to send a supporting statement to the Program Administrator. Refer to Table A: Additional application requirements for the Australian National University (ANU) for the address.
Overseas qualifications and English proficiency
If you hold overseas qualifications from countries where English is not the standard language of instruction you must provide evidence of English language proficiency. Refer to the English language proficiency table for information about tests and qualifications accepted by the university as proof of proficiency in English.
Special requirements
You may have to submit additional material as part of your application process depending on which course/s you apply for.
Check the course search on this website to see whether special requirements apply, then carefully read Table A: Additional application requirements for the Australian National University (ANU) for details.
Where do you submit your additional material?
You must send or deliver your additional material directly to ANU. Check Table A: Additional application requirements for the Australian National University (ANU) for details.
When do you have to submit your additional material?
As specified in Table A: Additional application requirements for the Australian National University (ANU) .
Types of programs available
The Australian National University offers a wide range of coursework programs at postgraduate level - Master, Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate.
Most postgraduate coursework programs offered by the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences and the ANU College of Law, as well as the programs offered in the Faculty of Asian Studies, and the Strategic and Defence Studies Centre (all in the ANU College of Asia and the Pacific) are offered through UAC. Refer to the course search for details.
Other graduate coursework programs are available through direct application to ANU. Refer to 'Direct applications' below for more information.
Most ANU postgraduate coursework programs offered through UAC are fee-paying.
Important dates
Application closing dates
Refer to the course search for a complete listing of application closing dates.
Enrolment/intake dates
Enrolment dates will be advised in the enrolment pack if you are successful. They can also be viewed in the Student Enrolment and Administrative Procedures Guide at www.anu.edu.au/sas/SEAP_guide/.
Intake 1: 1 January - 31 March 2009 (ANU Summer Session)
Intake 2: 23 February - 5 June 2009 (ANU Semester 1)
Intake 3: 1 April - 30 June 2009 (ANU Autumn Session)
Intake 4: 1 July - 30 September 2009 (ANU Winter Session)
Intake 5: 20 July - 30 October 2009 (ANU Semester 2)
Intake 6: 1 October - 31 December 2009 (ANU Spring Session)
Enrolment
Acceptance of offer
Successful applicants will have their enrolment information pack mailed to them and will be required to attend an enrolment session as specified in the pack. Enrolment in all programs except the Master of Applied Anthropology and Participatory Development (Distance Education) is by personal attendance in Canberra.
Advanced standing/academic credit
Students seeking status/exemption on the basis of studies completed at another institution must complete an Application for Status form and provide an official transcript of the studies undertaken elsewhere together with an extract of the course descriptions from the relevant College Handbook or equivalent. This should be submitted to the relevant college/department as soon as possible after a place is offered.
Deferment of offer
It may be possible to postpone your commencement of a postgraduate program after you have received an offer. Deferment requests will be handled directly by ANU, not UAC. Apply in writing to the relevant college/department as soon as possible, not to the ANU Admissions Office.
Fees and charges
Tuition fees
Tuition fees are calculated on a per subject basis. Refer to the course search for estimated tuition fees. Current fees information is at www.anu.edu.au/sas/fees/.
Financial assistance
Read Financial assistance for information on financial assistance available for postgraduate students from the Australian Government. |
Graduate Coursework Scholarships
The Australian National University funds and administers a limited range of scholarships for graduate coursework study. It also administers a limited number of scholarships for which the funds come from sources external to the University.
Further details of coursework scholarships are available from each college.
Direct applications
It is important that you distinguish between those courses for which you must apply through UAC and those for which you must apply directly to ANU. Check the course search on this website for courses for which you must apply through UAC.
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Apply directly to ANU for the following postgraduate coursework programs:
- College of Arts and Social Sciences
- Centre for Educational Development and Academic Methods – all programs
- Research School of Social Sciences – all programs
- programs in Visual Arts, Design Arts, New Media and Visual Effects - College of Business and Economics – all programs
- College of Engineering and Computer Science – all programs
- College of Asia and the Pacific
- Crawford School of Economics and Government – all programs
- Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies, Division of Society and Environment – all programs - College of Science – all programs including National Centre for Epidemiology on Population Health
- College of Law – Legal Practice and Military Law
- Research School of Social Sciences – all programs
- All combined Diplomacy programs
- All bridging and non-award programs.
Previous ANU students
If you have previously been enrolled at ANU in a postgraduate coursework program that is now being offered through UAC you will need to re-apply for admission through UAC, unless you are currently on approved program leave. If you are on leave, follow the instructions in the approval letter you received when your leave was approved. If your leave has expired, re-apply for admission via UAC.
Students who are currently enrolled in an ANU postgraduate coursework program who wish to commence another such program should contact the ANU Admissions Office for advice. Closing dates and late application fees apply.
International fee-paying students
International fee-paying applicants must apply directly to the ANU Admissions Office. For further information visit http://info.anu.edu.au/StudyAt/. International applicants should also contact the Australian diplomatic post in their own country to ascertain procedures for obtaining an appropriate visa.
Student services and facilities
Accommodation and charges
For all accommodation enquiries, including information on individual residences, fees, financial assistance, disability or special requirements, or local private rental, contact the University Accommodation Services (UAS), Brian Lewis Crescent, ACTON ACT 0200, call (02) 6125 1100, fax (02) 6125 0737, email uni.accom@anu.edu.au or visit the website at http://accom.anu.edu.au/.
If you list ANU as a UAC preference you are advised to immediately apply for accommodation. Do not wait until an offer of admission to the University is made.
Do not arrive without making prior arrangements for accommodation as there is no guarantee that suitable accommodation will be available.
Careers and employment
The Careers Centre provides career advice and information, organises interviews with potential employers and professional representatives and helps students find part-time, casual and vacation employment.
Child care
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Four child care facilities are available:
- Acton Early Childhood Centre - call (02) 6125 5554
- Heritage Early Childhood Centre - call (02) 6125 2976
- University Preschool and Childcare Centre - call (02) 6125 4113
- Central Canberra Family Daycare - call (02) 6125 2000.
Counselling Centre
Counselling for both personal and study-related problems is provided by the Centre.
Health services
The University Health Service bulk bills and is available to all ANU students.
Learning assistance
The Academic Skills and Learning Centre specialises in helping students improve their performance in the skills required for effective academic work, specifically writing skills, effective study techniques and mathematical methods.
Library/Computing facilities
The University library contains more than two million volumes housed in five main and five branch libraries. Access to the library's online catalogue is available on the University network. Microcomputer laboratories are available in the main libraries. Computing facilities are also available in some university residences and faculty departments.
Further information
For information about the full range of postgraduate courses offered by ANU (including detailed course information, availability and entry requirements) visit our website at http://info.anu.edu.au/studyat/.
