Australian Catholic University

Australian Catholic University
Type	Public
Established	1991
Religious affiliation	Catholic Church
Chancellor	Martin Daubney
Vice-Chancellor	Zlatko Skrbis
Location	Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Ballarat, Adelaide, Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia , Australia
Campus	Urban
Website	www.acu.edu.au

Australian Catholic University Coat of Arms

Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a public university in Australia. Established in 1991, it is one of the few Catholic universities in the country. ACU has multiple campuses located in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Ballarat, and Adelaide.

History[edit | edit source]

Australian Catholic University was formed in 1991 through the amalgamation of four Catholic tertiary institutions in eastern Australia: Catholic College of Education Sydney, Institute of Catholic Education, McAuley College, and Signadou College of Education. These institutions had their origins in the mid-19th century, providing teacher education and other services.

Campuses[edit | edit source]

ACU has seven campuses across Australia:

Brisbane (McAuley at Banyo)
Sydney (North Sydney and Strathfield)
Melbourne (St Patrick's)
Canberra (Signadou)
Ballarat (Aquinas)
Adelaide (St Francis of Assisi)

Academic Structure[edit | edit source]

The university is organized into four faculties:

Faculty of Education and Arts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Faculty of Law and Business
Faculty of Theology and Philosophy

Research[edit | edit source]

ACU is involved in various research initiatives and has several research institutes, including the Institute for Positive Psychology and Education, the Mary MacKillop Institute for Health Research, and the Institute for Religion, Politics and Society.

Student Life[edit | edit source]

ACU offers a range of student services and activities, including clubs, societies, and sports. The university also provides support services such as counseling, academic assistance, and career advice.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

ACU has produced graduates who have made significant contributions in various fields, including education, health, and social services.

References[edit | edit source]

External Links[edit | edit source]

Official website

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