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University of Canberra

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations

  • Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations (GCAF) offers international students a pathway to further learning in coursework master's degrees initially in the Faculty of Business, Government and Law and the Faculty...

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

The Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations (GCAF) offers international students a pathway to further learning in coursework master's degrees initially in the Faculty of Business, Government and Law and the Faculty of Science and Technology (other Faculties may decide to use this pathway later). It is designed for students who have not met the direct entry into coursework Master course academic requirements. It would also be available to domestic students, if required, who gain entry to Master programs based on work experience and have no experience of higher education studies. The GCAF gives students the opportunity to develop and systematically apply academic literacies and research skills in the English language academic environment, and specialised theoretical and technical knowledge in their chosen fields of study or practice. The GCAF requires one semester of full time study.

Note: UC College courses fees may differ - please visit our Course Fees page for more information.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have a qualification or equivalent as approved by the University.

Assumed knowledge

None.

Periods course is open for new admissions
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Domestic International
2024 UC College, Bruce, ACT Semester 1 05 February 2024
2024 UC College, Bruce, ACT Semester 2 29 July 2024
2025 UC College, Bruce, ACT Semester 1 03 February 2025
2025 UC College, Bruce, ACT Semester 2 28 July 2025
2026 UC College, Bruce, ACT Semester 1 02 February 2026
2026 UC College, Bruce, ACT Semester 2 27 July 2026
Credit arrangements

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

Study locations

Canberra

Online