Program Overview

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. The university is committed to providing a high-quality education that is grounded in the values of faith, compassion, and social justice.

Program Details

The university offers a variety of programs, including:

• PHIL206 - Problems in Metaphysics: This unit explores traditional metaphysical questions and theories, as well as contemporary debates in the field. Students will develop reasoned positions on key issues and demonstrate their understanding of central problems and important theories in western metaphysics.
• Learning Outcomes:
  • Identify and accurately explain some of the central problems and important theories in western metaphysics
  • Critically analyse selected debates in metaphysics and develop coherent and consistent positions in relation to them
  • Demonstrate appropriate skills in philosophical research and coherent use of philosophically effective English expression
• Assessment Strategy: The assessment strategy for this unit includes a series of three graduated assessment tasks, including two structured written tasks and a research essay.
• Teaching Strategy: The unit involves 150 hours of focused learning, including formally structured learning activities such as lectures, tutorials, and online learning. The unit is designed as a blend of project learning and direct instruction within a collaborative context.

Research Areas

The university has a strong research focus, with a range of research areas and centers, including:

• Institutes and Centres: The university has a number of research institutes and centers, including the Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry and the Centre for Disability and Development.
• Research Community: The university has a vibrant research community, with a range of research programs and initiatives, including the Graduate Research School and the Research Services office.

Campus Locations

The university has a number of campus locations, including:

• Ballarat: The Ballarat campus is located in the heart of Victoria's regional city of Ballarat.
• Blacktown: The Blacktown campus is located in the western suburbs of Sydney.
• Brisbane: The Brisbane campus is located in the heart of Queensland's capital city.
• Canberra: The Canberra campus is located in the nation's capital, with a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs available.
• Melbourne: The Melbourne campus is located in the heart of Victoria's capital city, with a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs available.
• North Sydney: The North Sydney campus is located in the heart of Sydney's CBD, with a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs available.
• Rome: The Rome campus is located in the heart of Italy's capital city, with a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs available.
• Strathfield: The Strathfield campus is located in the western suburbs of Sydney, with a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs available.

Student Life

The university offers a range of student services and support, including:

• Student Associations: The university has a number of student associations, including the Australian Catholic University Students' Association (ACUSA).
• Clubs and Societies: The university has a range of clubs and societies, including sporting clubs, cultural clubs, and special interest clubs.
• Support Services: The university offers a range of support services, including academic support, counseling services, and disability support.