UC is a comprehensive public university located in Canberra, with a campus area of approximately 290 acres. The university has gained a reputation for its research excellence. Its experts and scholars engage in various research including water resource management, health promotion, climate change, digital media, social policy and innovation. UC also collaborates with the Australian government on research in public policy and management, providing consultation services to the government.
UC has a close partnership with sports organizations such as the Australian Olympic Committee and the Australian Paralympic Committee. This provides students with opportunities to collaborate with Olympic athletes and elite coaches, allowing them to engage in practical sports science research and training programs.
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Campus
Their vibrant, friendly campus is home to a wide array of cafés, eateries and fitness facilities. The natural park-like environment teems with native fauna. They also play host to the famous touring music festival – Groovin' the Moo.
The university of Canberra have embarked on a comprehensive development plan that will see their campus transform into an integrated learning community where academics, students and the public come together in a seamless knowledge-sharing space.
Services
Study Skills
Study Skills supports students enrolled at the University of Canberra and University of Canberra College. Through drop-in study sessions in the Library students can help them from Study Skills staff with assignment writing, finding information and research skills, referencing, avoiding plagiarism, time management and exam preparation. Study Skills also runs orientation sessions, study skills and EndNote workshops and a four-day Intensive English program.
Peer Assisted Learning Sessions
PALS are group study help sessions for common core-first year units. PALS are run by trained student leaders who integrate content and learning skills in activity-based workshops.
Careers UC
Careers UC provides students with advice on getting part-time, vacation, and graduate employment, as well as running workshops to develop skills such as writing a resume or conducting an effective interview.
Medical and Counselling Centre
The Medical and Counselling Centre provides confidential services for all students, including medical consultations, accident and emergency care, travel advice and vaccinations, sports medicine, a dental screening service, counselling, and more.
Wil Anderson, comedian
Adam Boland, producer Sunrise, Weekend Sunrise and The Morning Show - Channel Seven.
Simon Corbell, ACT Attorney-General, Minister for Police and Emergency Services
Nathan Deakes, Olympic athlete and World Champion in 50 km Walk
Scott Fava, Western Force rugby union player
George Gregan, former Captain, Australian national rugby union team
Justin Heazlewood, aka The Bedroom Philosopher, comedian/folk singer
Kelly Hoare, member of the Australian House of Representatives
