Program Overview

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Introduction to the University Program

The Australian Catholic University (ACU) offers a range of programs for students, including undergraduate and postgraduate studies, as well as research opportunities.

Study at ACU

ACU provides various courses and programs for students to choose from, including:

• Find a course: Students can search for courses based on their interests and career goals.
• New courses: ACU offers new and innovative courses to cater to the changing needs of the industry.
• ACU Online: Students can study online and access course materials remotely.
• Course types explained: ACU provides information on the different types of courses available, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs.
• Course guides: Students can access course guides to help them plan their studies.
• Core Curriculum: ACU's Core Curriculum is designed to provide students with a foundation in critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Admission and Application

To apply to ACU, students must meet the admission requirements, which include:

• Undergraduate students: Students must have completed high school or equivalent and meet the prerequisite requirements for their chosen course.
• Postgraduate students: Students must have completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent and meet the prerequisite requirements for their chosen course.
• Short courses and individual units: Students can apply for short courses or individual units, which are designed to provide specialized knowledge and skills.

Fees and Scholarships

ACU offers various scholarships and financial assistance to help students fund their studies, including:

• Domestic student fees: ACU provides information on fees for domestic students, including tuition fees and living expenses.
• International student fees: ACU provides information on fees for international students, including tuition fees and living expenses.
• Scholarships: ACU offers various scholarships to help students fund their studies, including merit-based and need-based scholarships.

Research and Enterprise

ACU is committed to research and enterprise, with a focus on:

• Research community: ACU has a strong research community, with researchers and academics working together to advance knowledge and innovation.
• Research facilities and capabilities: ACU has state-of-the-art research facilities and capabilities, including libraries, laboratories, and equipment.
• Graduate Research School: ACU's Graduate Research School provides support and resources for research students, including training and development programs.

About ACU

ACU is a public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence and research, with:

• A strong commitment to faith and values: ACU is a Catholic university with a strong commitment to faith and values.
• A diverse range of courses and programs: ACU offers a wide range of courses and programs, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs.
• A strong research focus: ACU is committed to research and innovation, with a focus on advancing knowledge and solving real-world problems.

Locations

ACU has several campuses located throughout Australia, including:

• Ballarat
• Blacktown
• Brisbane
• Canberra
• Melbourne
• North Sydney
• Rome
• Strathfield

Global Study Abroad A (GLST301)

GLST301 is a unit that requires students to enhance their study through either study at ACU's Rome campus or one of ACU's international partner universities. The aim of this unit is to develop a deeper knowledge of the world and make Global Studies graduates more employable in the global marketplace.

Unit Rationale, Description, and Aim

The contemporary workforce requires culturally competent graduates able to apply knowledge and skills derived from learning experiences that develop a deeper knowledge of the world and a heightened awareness of different peoples and cultures.

Learning Outcomes

To successfully complete this unit, students will be able to:

• Describe theoretical and technical knowledge connected to the chosen unit of study
• Analyse, evaluate, and transmit information arising from the chosen unit of study
• Apply knowledge and skills related to the chosen unit of study

Assessment Strategy and Rationale

Assessment procedures for students undertaking formal study programs will vary according to the requirements of the chosen unit.

Overview of Assessments

• Assessment Task 1: Academic Assignments (per specification of the approved unit)

Learning and Teaching Strategy and Rationale

Students will study the unit at an international partner university or in an international unit approved by the National School of Arts and Humanities. Teaching and learning strategies will vary according to the country chosen and the option selected.

Representative Texts and References

This depends on the student's choice of study option.

Unit Offerings

• INT: Semester 2, Multi-mode

Prerequisites

• For students in the Bachelor of Global Studies Degrees: HIST115 Global History: Six Degrees of Separation, POLS104 Introduction to International Relations, and SOCS101 Global Society and Change
• For students in the Bachelor of International Development Studies: DVST100 Introduction to International Development Studies and DVST101 Humanitarian Work and Aid

Credit Points

10

Year

2026