The Australian National University

The Australian National University (ANU), founded in 1946, has a national mission encompassing research, education and policy engagement. Its principal campus is in Acton, an inner-city suburb of Canberra, and the university also reports other campuses in the ACT, NSW and NT. Six academic colleges house schools and research centres. Study options include bachelor's degrees, honours, master's degrees and research degrees, with flexible double-degree pathways. Research students can pursue a Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Philosophy. Residential life includes catered and self-catered accommodation, while student support covers academic skills, accessibility, wellbeing, leadership and volunteering opportunities.