Australian Catholic University (ACU)

New Courses

ACU has introduced three new programs including:

• Bachelor of High Performance Sport for those seeking a career in the sport and/or the high performance sport industry working with elite athletes, professional sporting organisations, development, sub-elite or junior programs. It embeds work-integrated learning opportunities and can be completed in two and a half years, allowing progression into the workforce or into post-graduate study.
• Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Education for those seeking to be a HPE teacher or Outdoor Educator. Students can go on to complete a Masters of Teaching to be employable across Australia. Industry internships are available.
• Bachelor of Human Services for those seeking to work in the disability, aged care or human services. The course involves two industry placements.

Community Achiever Program

Students who are regularly involved in volunteering (either through the College, community organisations, cultural or religious groups) or have leadership positions within the College may be eligible for the Community Achiever’s Program (CAP) offered by ACU. Students will be assessed on the nature of their involvement, the frequency and the duration. If accepted, students will receive reduced minimum entry scores (OP/Rank) and an early offer into an undergraduate degree. Applications for this program open on 1^st May and close on 31^st July. For more information, visit: www.acu.edu.au/community-achiever.