Study Design at UC College
Why choose UC College?
FAST-TRACK YOUR STUDIES
UC College’s direct entry arrangement with the University of Canberra (UC) means you have the option to enter directly into either the first or second year of your corresponding bachelor’s degree after completing your course*, or jump straight into your new career.
GRADUATE CAREER READY
Be qualified for a new role with the practical and industry skills you’ve acquired.
A UNIQUE WAY OF LEARNING
Our teaching model focuses on life-long learning skills and confidence. This means small classes, formative assessments, more face-to-face hours and an emphasis on collaboration with UC and utilising all their systems to ensure a smooth transition.
VIRTUAL TEACHING SOLUTIONS
Virtual remote learning enables you to attend real time classes in a virtual remote classroom along with your fellow students and lecturers.
PART OF UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA
Our programs are designed in collaboration with UC and our students have the same education outcomes as direct entry students of UC. Hence you access the same world-class university right from the beginning.
A SIMPLER PATH TO UNIVERSITY
Many domestic students choose to start their studies with a pathway course as a gateway to their tertiary education because our courses are designed to help you achieve your goal with extra support.
*A student’s pathway depends on the overall results they achieve and course availability. Students must pass all course unit requirements within the program to be guaranteed entry into University of Canberra.
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Guaranteed on-campus accommodation -
On-campus accommodation
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80 active academic and social clubs -
Regular BBQs, concerts and activities
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Walking distance
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Student Support
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THE World Ranking 2022
THE World Ranking 2022
THE Young Universities Ranking 2022
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NUMBER #1
IN THE WORLD FOR REDUCING INEQUALITIES
IN 2021* -
NUMBER #5
FOR QUALITY EDUCATION* -
NUMBER 20
FOR GENDER EQUALITY*
Top 1%
of universities worldwide
Australia's Top 10
best universities
Top 20
young universities worldwide
#1 in the world
for reducing inequalities*
#5 in the world
for quality education*
The fastest ring
university in Australia
#1 in Australia
for medium term overall employment rate (Postgraduate)
#2 in Australia
for medium term overall employment rate (Undergraduate)
Stay Longer
get 1 additional year of post-study work permit**
A smart investment in your future
Get a headstart on your education and career goals with UC College. Our Diplomas are equivalent to the first year of a Bachelor’s degree at the University of Canberra, ranked in the top 10 universities in Australia and among the top 200 in the world (Times Higher Education World Rankings 2020). The University of Canberra is also ranked #1 in the ACT for full-time employment and starting salary for undergraduate and postgraduate students, 3 years in a row (Good Universities Guide 2021).
Complete your Diploma and earn a recognised qualification to get you into the workforce sooner. Or, fast-track your university education by continuing directly into the second year of your undergraduate degree at the University of Canberra – no time wasted.
Alternatively, you can also study our UC Prep program over 1 trimester and on successful completion enter the first year of a bachelor’s degree*.
At UC College we also offer the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation Program. It is designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who do not meet University admission requirements but have a reasonable chance of success in higher education.
Tailored support every step of the way
Big support. Small in size.
Enjoy a range of support services freely accessible to all UC College students, including our practical learning, innovative teaching, tailored support and full-time dedicated program coordinators.
With no more than 25 students in an academic class. This will ensure you will benefit from a personalised learning experience from day one.