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Facilities and Services

Travelling to a foreign country to study can be a challenge. At ACU the aim is to maximise students’ learning and development opportunities and eliminate stress and anxiety. Each campus is also well equipped with facilities to make their study time more enjoyable. 

While facilities vary at each location, the commonly found facilities are:

• Library
• Computer labs
• Chapel
• Cafeteria
• Bookshop

From extensive experience, the University has also developed a number of academic and social support services to ensure that the students are in the best position to achieve their goals at ACU.
Some of the services offered are:

Academic skills support

Each campus has an Academic Skills Unit with advisers who can help students to study successfully at the University. They will help students to develop learning, writing, and language strategies.

Accommodation

Most Australian students living away from their families share apartments or houses with other students. The International Student Advisers at ACU can assist students to find accommodation suiting their needs.

Airport pick-up

The University will arrange to pick  students up from the airport provided that they have made an airport pickup booking on the University website.

 
Career development and employment service

Careers Advisers are available on each campus of ACU to assist students with making career decisions, identifying personal career goals, developing employability skills, searching for employment and preparing employment applications.

Individual appointments with Career Advisers can be made. A variety of group workshops and web resources are also available to assist students to develop skills and knowledge enabling them to make informed career decisions and manage a successful transition from their university study into employment or into post-graduate study.

Counsellors

Qualified counsellors are available at each campus to offer free, confidential advice. The counselling service provides practical advice on study, finance and university procedures. Where necessary, they can also help with stress management, grief, depression and relationship difficulties.

Disability services

Each campus has a Disability Adviser who assists students who have educational needs arising from a disability or long term medical condition. This service is free.  Students are encouraged to contact the Disability Adviser as soon as possible, preferably before arrival in Australia, as it can take time to arrange any necessary educational adjustments.

English language programs

English Language Centres are run in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. The University offers programs for those wishing to improve their English for work, travel or to reach the English proficiency requirements for entry to the University.

International orientation

International students receive a comprehensive Orientation Program to familiarise them with University procedures, Australian study methods and social customs and culture. Campus tours and "welcome events" are also part of the international student induction.

International student advisers

The University’s philosophy of pastoral care ensures students feel confident and secure in Australia. International Student Advisers provide advice on enrolment and course selection, assistance with visas, accommodation and finance.
 
Sporting clubs and committees

Every ACU campus provides basic student recreational facilities such as common rooms, outdoor sporting or passive leisure areas. Sporting teams are often formed on campus and students’ involvement is always welcome.

Student associations

The Student Associations on each campus promote the welfare of students and encourage broad participation in university life.