What facilities are available?

For breaks between classes, study time and to stay healthy and well, we also have libraries, chapels, lecture theatres, bookstores, student association common areas, cafes, a rooftop bar in Melbourne, and gyms and pools on some campuses.

Our medical centres on select campuses have general practitioners available for appointments, and are also placement centres for many of our speech pathology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and exercise physiology students.

Our clinics are open to the community and ACU staff and students for consultations.

Each campus has state-of-the-art facilities designed for students to make the most of their degrees. Across our campuses you can expect to find nursing, midwifery, paramedicine and physiotherapy simulation wards and labs, biomechanics labs, early childhood teaching rooms, moot courts, visual art and media studios, training ambulances, and science laboratories.

The Brisbane Campus is located in Banyo, just 14 kilometres from Brisbane’s CBD. With sweeping city views, and expansive green spaces, it is a fantastic learning and social environment for all students.

Some of the facilities on the Brisbane Campus include:

  • nursing, paramedicine, midwifery, speech pathology and physiotherapy labs
  • occupational therapy mock apartment
  • training ambulances
  • early childhood teaching room
  • music and visual art studios
  • a theatre
  • biomechanics lab
  • state-of-the-art library
  • swimming pool, sport courts, and ovals
  • cafes
  • a health clinic
  • free parking and bus services that collect students from Northgate and Toombul train stations, and Westfield Chermside Shopping Centre.

We boast two state-of-the-art campuses in Victoria.

Melbourne

Moments from the hustle and bustle of the Melbourne CBD, at our Melbourne Campus students will find modern and cosy spaces where they’ll attend classes and catch-up with friends. Our impressive Raheen Library is home to a large selection of learning materials and study rooms, as well as expert librarians to assist with assignments and research.

Other facilities at our Melbourne Campus include (but aren’t limited to):

  • nursing and midwifery simulation facilities
  • moot court
  • gym
  • chapel
  • rooftop bar with city views
  • training ambulances
  • drama and radio studios.

Ballarat

Our Ballarat Campus offers picturesque gardens and historical buildings that date back to the Gold Rush.

Our facilities include (but aren’t limited to):

  • early childhood teaching room
  • visual arts studio
  • chapel
  • anatomy laboratory
  • library
  • physiotherapy simulation ward.

Across New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory we have four campuses: Blacktown, North Sydney, Strathfield and Canberra.

Blacktown

Our newest campus situated in Blacktown is in the midst of being brought to life. Situated directly across from Blacktown Train Station, the campus will be open for classes at the beginning of 2021. The Blacktown Campus is metres away from Westpoint Shopping Centre, the Max Weber Library, and only minutes from Raging Waters Sydney (Wet n’ Wild).

Canberra

Our Canberra Campus is on the outskirts of the CBD. Centred around the beautiful Veritas Building, the campus is home to many modern facilities including:

  • cafe
  • library
  • ATM
  • swimming pool
  • student common room
  • student kitchens
  • chapel
  • exercise science laboratory
  • immersive simulation labs
  • nursing simulation ward
  • paramedicine simulation lab
  • fully functioning ambulance vehicles
  • free parking.

North Sydney

Situated just north of the city is our North Sydney Campus, which boasts spectacular harbour views. It’s just three train stops away from the Sydney CBD, and only a few minutes’ walk from Luna Park, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Kirrabilli Lookout.

Our North Sydney Campus facilities include:

  • moot court
  • library
  • ATM
  • cafe
  • gym
  • chapel
  • multifaith prayer room
  • science teaching laboratory
  • anatomy lab
  • immersive simulation labs
  • nursing simulation ward
  • paramedicine simulation lab
  • physiotherapy simulation ward
  • simulated apartment
  • speech pathology clinic.

Strathfield

Our Strathfield Campus is an easy 15-minute walk or a two-minute free shuttle bus ride from Strathfield Train Station.

The Strathfield Campus facilities include:

  • student common room
  • library
  • gym
  • chapel
  • multifaith prayer room
  • cafe
  • art and music rooms
  • art gallery
  • early childhood teaching room
  • maths teaching laboratory
  • pottery and ceramics studio
  • science teaching laboratory
  • visual arts studio
  • ACU Health Clinic
  • biomechanics lab
  • exercise science laboratory
  • psychology clinic
  • co-op bookstore
  • cricket pitch
  • FIFA-certified soccer pitch (with locker room)
  • free parking.

What on-campus accommodation and transport options are available?

Each ACU campus has a wide variety of accommodation and transportation options.

Melbourne: In Melbourne, situated on Franklin Street directly opposite Queen Victoria Market, students can stay in fully furnished, purpose-built student accommodation by UniLodge.

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Ballarat: Our Ballarat students can stay at our Camillus Residence, which is comprised of 16 modern homes, fully equipped with necessary and recreational amenities, surrounded by beautifully maintained native Australian gardens. Students also have the option to stay in managed residences, ideal for those who wish to live more independently. The campus, sporting grounds and gym facilities are all a bus ride away.

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Our Brisbane Campus offers free parking for students, and a free shuttle bus service that collects students from Toombul and Northgate train stations, as well as Westfield Chermside Shopping Centre.

Everyone wants something different from their accommodation. We have compiled an array of options for students to choose from in and around Brisbane. Students can also contact the Rental Advisory Service to discuss options or how to best navigate the private rental market.

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Sydney: The Miguel Cordero Residence (MCR) is based in Camperdown, Sydney. It sits opposite the Camperdown Oval, giving students full access to sporting fields, basketball courts, tennis courts and an outdoor gym. This accommodation is ideal for students studying at North Sydney, Strathfield, and Blacktown.

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Canberra: The Blackfriars Residence is located in the heart of our Canberra Campus. Our modern residence comprises studio apartments with access to large kitchen and communal lounge and media rooms with a games table and areas to eat, relax and study.

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