International student application

We encourage you to use our secure electronic application form and to submit your application: acu.edu.au/iapply
By using the electronic application form you will be able to save and change your application easily and as often as you like before submitting it. You
will also be able to save and print your application and be sure we have received it. You will be able to track the status of your application, save generic
information about yourself and your qualifications, which will save you time if you want to apply for more than one program. In order to submit your
online application, you will need to provide scanned copies of qualifications.
1 – PREVIOUS ENROLMENT

Have you previously applied to study, or enrolled at the Australian Catholic University (ACU) or one of its predecessor colleges?  No 
Yes → Family name on past record? Student ID ( if known)

2 – PERSONAL DETAILS (as they appear on your passport where applicable)

Family name: Title (Mr, Mrs, Miss, Other):

First name: Preferred name:

Other name(s): Previous name (if changed):

Note: If your academic records are submitted in another name, please provide certified evidence of change of name.

Date of birth: Gender:  Male  Female

Country of citizenship: Passport number:

Country of birth:

Which country do you  My country of citizenship  Australia → Year arrived in Australia: dd / mm / yyyy  Another country →
reside in?
Please specify
Will you be studying on a student visa?
 No → Please specify your visa type: Yes (Student visas are subject to study-load conditions)

Do you speak a language other than English at your permanent home address?  No  Yes → Please specify

Do you have a disability for which additional assistance may be required?  No  Yes → Please attach a separate sheet outlining your disability
and assistance required.
Please indicate the highest level of study attained by each of your parents/guardians by selecting a check box from the options below. (This information
is required for Commonwealth Government reporting – please see innovation.gov.au)

 Male postgraduate qualification (eg postgraduate diploma, masters,  Female postgraduate qualification (eg postgraduate diploma, masters,
PhD) PhD)
 Male bachelor degree  Female bachelor degree
 Male other post-school qualification (eg VET/TAFE certificate,  Female other post-school qualification (eg VET/TAFE certificate,
associate degree or diploma) associate degree or diploma)
 Male completed year 12 schooling or equivalent  Male did not  Female completed year 12 schooling or equivalent  Female did
complete year 12 schooling or equivalent  Male completed year not complete year 12 schooling or equivalent  Female completed
10 schooling or equivalent  Male did not complete year 10 year 10 schooling or equivalent  Female did not complete year
schooling or equivalent  Male unknown 10 schooling or equivalent  Female unknown

Parent/Guardian 1 Parent/Guardian 2
signature: signature:

3 – CONTACT DETAILS. All applicants must complete this section in full.

Permanent home address: Current mailing address:

Email address 1: Email address 2:

Telephone numbers (including international area codes)

Home: Work:

Mobile/cell: Other:

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 4 – AGENT DETAILS

Are you applying through an ACU authorised agent?  Yes  No → Proceed to section 5

Company name: Branch name:

Counsellor Phone number:

Email address: Fax number:

5 – EDUCATION HISTORY

Please list all studies you have undertaken including high school, preparation/bridging courses, university or college, as well as studies undertaken
at ACU:

Course Institution Date commenced: Date completed:

Please submit transcripts and certificates for all prior studies, along with a certified translation if the original documents are not in English. If you
have been awarded professional qualifications (eg hospital training), please provide evidence of completion.

Have you ever been excluded from a course and/or institution?  No  Yes → Please attach details including effective dates.

6 – EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Type of work: Employer: Date commenced: Date completed: FT/PT:

Please submit a copy of your résumé and work certificates or statements of employment for all work experience listed, along with a certified
translation if the original documents are not in English.

Have you ever been excluded from a course and/or institution?  No  Yes → Please attach details including effective dates

7 – ENGLISH PROFICIENCY

Students who have undertaken their senior high school and/or higher education in English in UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia or New Zealand,
or who meet ACU English language requirements may proceed to section 9, 10, 11 or 12.

How long have you been studying English?  Less than 1 year  1–3 years  3–6 years  6+ years

What is your present level of English?  Elementary  Intermediate  Advanced

Have you taken any English proficiency examinations?  No  Yes → Please attach your results

Do you intend to take an English proficiency examination in Australia?  No  Yes → Please indicate which examination:
 IELTS  TOEFL  ACU English Test

8 – ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM

ACU English language programs are 20 hours per week. Please indicate your study preference below

Course name: Length of course: Campus: Start date:

1.

2.

3.

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 9 – DIPLOMA PATHWAY PROGRAM. Please indicate your study preference below:

Course name: Campus: Start date:

1.

2.

3.

10 – UNDERGRADUATE/POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAM. Please indicate your study preference below:

Course name: Campus: Start date:

1.

2.

3.

Please select your proposed major: (for Bachelor of Commerce only)

 Accounting  Accounting and commercial law (combined major)  Commercial law  Financial services
 Human resource management  Information systems  International business  Marketing  Management

Please indicate at least two proposed teaching methods (curriculum study areas) for which you are qualified: (for
Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Arts or Master of Teaching (Secondary) only).

1. 2. 3.

Applicants who have completed section 9 and/or 10 can proceed to section 13.

11 – EXCHANGE/STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM

Study Abroad applications must be submitted by November 15 for semester one intake, and May 15 for semester two intake.

Period of study:  Semester one (February-June)  Semester two (July-November)

Program:  Study abroad  Exchange → My home university is:

ACU campus:  Brisbane  Melbourne  North Sydney  Strathfield (Sydney)  Canberra  Ballarat Please indicate a
minimum of five preferences for the subjects you would like to study:

Unit code: Unit title: Unit code: Unit title:

1. 5.

2. 6.

3. 7.

4. 8.

Study abroad applicants only: Please attach a written statement on why you have chosen to study at ACU (300 words or less).

Would you like to apply for a Study Abroad Plus option?  No  Yes → Please indicate your preference:
 Internship  Community Engagement

Applicants who have completed section 11 should proceed to section 13.

12 – HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH PROGRAM

Course name: Campus and state:

Start date: Expected duration:

School/research institute: Discipline area:

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 Please complete a 1,000 to 2,000 word research proposal, addressing the following:
1. Provisional title of thesis
2. Description of research problem
3. Aims, theoretical background and hypotheses/research questions
4. Methodology and approach
5. Timeline
6. Resources required to conduct the research.

Have you discussed your research with an academic staff member?

 No  Yes → Please state the name of the staff member you have been communicating with:

If you are currently employed, is there any requirement for support from your current employer association with this application or are you
under a bond in any way?  No  Yes → Please attach a statement of commitment of you being able to complete studies without interruption
by the employer.

Have you ever completed research at any stage in your career?

 No  Yes → Please attach details of thesis, major government or employer report, along with a certified translation if not in English.
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Have you ever undertaken but not completed a research degree?
 No  Yes → Please attach details.

Have you ever been an author or co-author of any publications resulting from research?
 No  Yes → Please attach copies of any significant publications, along with a certified translation if not in English.

Have you ever received recognition for academic achievement (eg medals, prizes etc)?
 No  Yes → Please attach details of the awards, along with a certified translation if not in English.

Confidential Referee Reports

Please ask two people who are familiar with your research ability and research potential to forward a Confidential Referee Report direct to ACU
International. Please provide the names of your academic referees below:

Name 1: Name 2:

Applications for Higher Degree Research Candidature will not be considered until two Referee Reports have been received.
The Referee Report Form is available at acu.edu.au/451872. Your referees will be required to forward the completed reports directly to ACU International.

Research scholarships

Do you intend on applying for a Postgraduate Research Scholarship?  No  Yes → Note: In order to be considered for a scholarship you must
submit a separate application form. Information about the various scholarships on offer and application forms are available at
research.acu.edu.au/support-for-research-candidates/scholarships

13 – HOW DID YOU FIRST HEAR ABOUT ACU?

 Education agent  Exhibition/fair  Friends or relative  My school/college/university  Internet  Other

please specify:

14 – WHAT IS THE MAIN REASON YOU DECIDED TO STUDY AT ACU?

 ACU has the best reputation for my course  I wanted to study at a Catholic University  ACU has affordable tuition fees  My
agent recommended ACU  I know someone who studies at ACU already  Other - please specify:

15 – AGENT DETAILS. If you submit your application through an agent, please provide the following:

Agency name: Agency stamp:

Agency number:

Country:

Please note: You may only appoint an authorised agent to manage your application. If you appoint an agent you
authorise the university to release personal information and visa documentation relevant to your application to that
particular agent. For a full list of our authorised agents visit: acu.edu.au/int_agents

16 – DECLARATION
 ACU is committed to ensuring the privacy of all information it collects. Personal information supplied to the Applicant’s
University will only be used for administrative and educational purposes of the institution. Personal information
signature:
collected by the University will only be disclosed to third parties with the written consent of the person concerned,
Applications that are not signed
unless otherwise stated by law. will not be processed.
For further information please see the University’s Statement on Privacy located at acu.edu.au/home/privacy. I Applications MUST be signed by
the applicant personally. Third
understand that ACU may be required to disclose this information to Australian Government departments and agencies parties and/or agents must not
as required or authorised by law. sign on behalf of the applicant.

I declare that I have visited the University’s website and/or read the International Student Guide, Study Abroad or
Exchange Guide and agree to obey the rules and regulations of the Australian Catholic University. I declare that the
information supplied herein is correct and complete. I acknowledge that the submission of incorrect or incomplete
information may result in a cancellation of enrolment at any stage. I recognise that it is my responsibility to provide
all necessary certified documentary evidence of my qualifications. I authorise the University to obtain further
information with respect to my application and, if necessary, provide information to educational institutions and
admission centres.
Application Deadline: You may apply to the University any time prior to your course commencement date,
except for the following courses which have specific application deadlines: 30 September
• Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)
• Graduate Diploma in Psychology
• Master of Psychology (Clinical)
• Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental)
Date:
• Master of Professional Psychology

Please send this form and certified/attested copies of supporting documents to:
International Admissions, Australian Catholic University, PO Box 968, North Sydney, NSW 2059, Australia
Phone: (61 2) 9739 2437 Fax: (61 2) 9739 2001 Email: [email protected]
Alternatively, we encourage you to submit your application via our secure online system at: acu.edu.au/iapply
The University reserves the right to close applications for any course once enrolment quotas have been reached. CRICOS registered provider 00004G. June 2018. Page 4 of 4