Situated in Canberra, the nation’s vibrant capital, The Australian National University (ANU) stands as a distinguished public research institution with a rich legacy spanning over 25 years. ANU proudly holds the record for the most Nobel laureates among its faculty and alumni compared to any other Australian university.
Celebrated for its exceptional research and teaching, ANU offers a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including flexible double degrees. The university is supported by a dedicated team of over 3,000 academic and professional staff committed to fostering student achievement.
ANU is at the forefront of research, tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges such as climate change, renewable energy, biodiversity, and food security. Additionally, the university is renowned for its contributions to disease prevention, law and justice systems, physics, engineering, humanities, and the arts.
With a diverse community of 17,000 students from over 100 countries, ANU provides an inclusive and stimulating learning environment. The campus, located in Canberra’s bustling CBD, has historical significance as a meeting place for the First Nations Ngunnawal and Ngambri peoples.
Canberra, with its youthful median age of 35, offers a dynamic, global, and diverse atmosphere. The city is famed for its year-round festivals, premier arts, cultural events, and entertainment. Its emphasis on sustainability, combined with an abundance of green spaces, mountains, and bike paths, makes Canberra an ideal place to live, study, and thrive.
ANU is distinguished as the only Australian member of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), underscoring its commitment to global research collaboration and excellence.
To learn more about scholarship opportunities at ANU, please visit our website or contact the admissions office. We are eager to welcome you to our innovative and diverse academic community.
