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Australian Catholic University (ACU) Courses

Doctorate (PhD)

The Doctor of Education is designed for education professionals who want to further their knowledge and understanding in specific areas of education.
Entry Requirements

A candidate for the degree of Doctor of Education must comply with the Research and Professional Doctorate Degree Regulations.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed:

  1. A master degree in education (or equivalent), with a credit average or higher; and
  2. At least five years' relevant work experience.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2022 Admission.

Duration
3 years full-time
Study Mode
Online
Graduate Satisfaction
79.70%

Graduate Certificate

Rehabilitation is a growing area of need not only in Australia but worldwide due to the ageing population and increasing prevalence of chronic disease.
Entry Requirements

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

International students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must:

Have completed either:

  1. Bachelor Degree from an accredited 3 year program in a Health Discipline or equivalent to enter the non-specialty pathway with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.6 on the ACU 7 point scale; OR
  2. Bachelor Degree from an accredited 4 year program in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology or equivalent to enter the (Discipline) pathway, with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4..6 on the ACU 7 point scale;

Have a minimum of one year clinical experience in the appropriate discipline

Be employed in the field unless otherwise approved by the Course Coordinator

Demonstrate suitability to undertake the course:

  1. For the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy disciplines, applicants must hold current registration with the discipline specific National Allied Health Registration Board or required Authority in Australia, or Registration Authority in country of current practice;
  2. For the Speech Pathology discipline, applicants must have obtained and maintain eligibility to practice and membership with Speech Pathology Australia, or Registration Authority in country of current practice.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2022 Admission.

Duration
1 year part-time
Study Mode
In person, Online

Doctorate (PhD)

Ballarat, North Sydney, Canberra, Strathfield, Melbourne, Brisbane
The Doctor of Ministry is a professional doctorate designed for graduates with significant ministry experience in religious, educational and health institutions, along with other secular or faith-based organisations who want to further enhance their skills for leadership within any variety of...
Entry Requirements

To be eligible for Admission to the course applicants must evidence:

An appropriate undergraduate degree with Honours at a minimum level of Second Class Division A (Distinction average) (or equivalent), or;

A Master degree with appropriate research training in a relevant field, or;

An equivalent qualification and/or demonstrated research experience, with evidence of capacity to undertake independent research work (e.g. an authored publication);

Meeting the eligibility requirements for admission is not in itself a guarantee of admission. The candidate's potential to undertake research, the quality and feasibility of the research proposal, the availability of appropriate supervision and the referee's reports will all be taken into consideration (refer to regulations 5.2 of the Higher Degree Research Regulations).

International applicants need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as published by the University (refer Appendix C of the Higher Degree Research Regulations ).

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2022 Admission.

Intake Months
Jul
Duration
3 years full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
80.50%

Graduate Certificate

Through this course you'll gain specialised theoretical and professional knowledge and skills for an aged care environment that requires safe, effective, and efficient health service delivery in providing quality care to older people.
Entry Requirements

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible for admission an applicant must have:

  1. a Bachelor degree (or higher) or equivalent; OR
  2. relevant experience in management OR industry experience that demonstrates suitability for study.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2022 Admission.

Intake Months
Apr, Jul, Oct
Duration
0.5 year full-time
Study Mode
Online
Graduate Satisfaction
62.40%

Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Health Care Ethics will introduce you to the study of ethics, and a range of ethical issues in the provision of health care services in a Catholic context.
Entry Requirements

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy

To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Ethics, an applicant must have completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline and be either:

a. a graduate with up to three years' professional experience in business or health care (eg doctors, nurse managers, nurses, mission directors, health care administrators, psychologists, counsellors, social workers, members of ethics committees); or

b. a healthcare professional with five or more years relevant experience; or

c. a senior healthcare professional nominated by his or her employer to undertake the course.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2022 Admission.

Intake Months
Apr, Jul, Oct
Duration
0.5 year full-time
Study Mode
Online
Graduate Satisfaction
86.40%

Graduate Diploma

National
The Graduate Diploma in Supervision provides multi-disciplinary knowledge and skills in the supervision of individuals and groups across a variety of contexts, including the Church, education, health care, aged care, social services, and overseas aid and development.
Entry Requirements

An applicant must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy .

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed a Bachelor degree in any discipline.

In addition, an applicant must submit a brief resume detailing experience relevant to the application and include the contact details of a referee who can attest to the applicant's suitability to undertake the course.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2022 Admission.

Intake Months
Apr, Jul
Duration
2 years part-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
80.50%

Doctorate (PhD)

Ballarat, North Sydney, Canberra, Strathfield, Melbourne, Brisbane
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is awarded for high-level research and, as such, it is expected that candidates will make a contribution to knowledge in their chosen field. A PhD may be undertaken by three different means: Traditional PhD: A PhD candidate's work is assessed on the basis of a c.
Entry Requirements

Eligibility criteria

A candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy must comply with the Higher Degree Research Regulations.

An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy must have completed one of the following:

a. an appropriate undergraduate degree with Honours at a minimum level of Second Class Division A (Distinction average) or equivalent; or

b. a master's degree with appropriate research training in a relevant field; or

c. an equivalent qualification and/or demonstrated research experience, with evidence of capacity to undertake independent research work (eg an authored publication).

Meeting the eligibility requirements for admission is not in itself a guarantee of admission. The candidate's potential to undertake research, the quality and feasibility of the research proposal, the availability of appropriate supervision and the referee's reports will all be taken into consideration. Please refer to Regulation 5.2.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2022 Admission.

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
12 - 24 months full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
80.50%

Masters (Coursework)

National
Deeply engaged in the Ignatian tradition, spiritual direction is the process and practice through which a skilled individual helps another to grow in intimacy with God.
Entry Requirements

An applicant must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy .

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed a Bachelor degree in any discipline. Applicants also need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy .

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2022 Admission.

Intake Months
Apr, Jul
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
80.50%

Graduate Certificate

North Sydney, Melbourne
The Diploma in Educational Studies (Tertiary Preparation) is available by direct entry application to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in Away From Base mode. Early Childhood and Primary units only available in this study mode.
Entry Requirements

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed:

  1. Year 12 with the ACU minimum eligibility rank for Diploma programs; or
  2. Entry via an alternative pathway as approved for ACU; or
  3. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants may be selected following an interview with the course coordinator and staff of the campus Indigenous Higher Education Unit. An applicant should have:
  4. Minimum of three years' work experience; or
  5. Year 12 or equivalent; or
  6. Relevant tertiary study skills or successful completion of a Tertiary Communication Skills program.

International students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2023 Admission.

Intake Months
Apr, Jul
Duration
18 months full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Domestic Tuition Fees
$2,060 total
International Tuition Fees
$2,060 total
Graduate Satisfaction
80.50%

Graduate Certificate

Ballarat, North Sydney, Canberra, Strathfield, Melbourne, Brisbane
Advance your career and become a specialist in your discipline area. The Graduate Certificate in Education will enable you to deepen your knowledge and expertise in a specialisation area and empower you to extend your understanding of educational disciplines.
Entry Requirements

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

International applicants must also meet the English language proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed a Bachelor degree.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2023 Admission.

Intake Months
Apr, Jul
Duration
1 - 6 years full-time
Study Mode
Online
Domestic Tuition Fees
$2,060 total
International Tuition Fees
$2,060 total
Graduate Satisfaction
80.50%

Graduate Diploma

Melbourne
Our suite of programs in Family and Systemic Therapy will enable practitioners in the fields of psychology, social work, occupational therapy, community work, youth work, psychiatry, paediatrics, and general practice develop the knowledge and skills to better support families in their work and in...
Entry Requirements

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must:

1. hold one of the following qualifications:

a. Bachelor degree in health or related helping discipline*

b. Graduate Certificate in Family and Systemic Therapy

AND

2. Demonstrate a minimum of 2 years' experience in counselling, therapy or clinical work with individuals or families;

AND

3. Successfully complete the interview process associated with the course.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2023 Admission.

Intake Months
Feb, Aug
Duration
2 years part-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
86.40%

Masters (Coursework)

North Sydney, Melbourne
The Master of Dietetic Practice is a 2-year full-time program. Dietetic Practice is the application of the science of food and nutrition across a range of domains to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals, communities, and populations.
Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites:

A. ACU's Bachelor of Nutrition Science which includes completion of the ACU units NUTR404 Advanced Culinary Nutrition Science and NUTR405 Foods for Special Diets, AND one of the following:

i. a grade point average (GPA) of at least 4.6 on the ACU 7 point scale; or

ii. evidence of relevant industry experience for at least one year post-Bachelor graduation.

OR

B. A Bachelor degree in Nutrition (or equivalent) which includes the equivalent of one full-time half year of study (4 study units or equivalent) in:

i. Chemistry followed by Biochemistry; and

ii. Human Biology and Human Physiology; and

iii. Food and Human Nutrition Science, which must include foundation nutrition, nutrition through the lifespan, food science, and the role of diet in the development and management of chronic disease;

AND one of the following:

a. a grade point average (GPA) of at least 4.6 on the ACU 7 point scale; or

b. evidence of relevant industry experience for at least one year post-Bachelor graduation.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2022 Admission.

Intake Months
Feb, Aug
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
86.40%