Australian Universities and Colleges by State
Quick facts about all six states in Australia and which universities and their pathway providers are located in.
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
"The Nation's Capital"
Quick Facts
The Nation’s Capital, Canberra is located in the Australian Capital Territory. Canberra is also know as the “Bush Capital”. Canberra was named the third best city in the world to visit in 2018 by Lonely Planet’s “Best in Travel 2018”. It’s a conducive place for education especially in political science, international relations, law and economics due to it’s proximity to political offices and embassies.
Universities | Main Campus | Pathway |
|---|---|---|
Australian National University (ANU) | Canberra | ANU College |
University of Canberra (UC) | Bruce | UC College - Navitas |
New South Wales (NSW)
"The First State"
Quick Facts
Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales and one of Australia’s largest city. It is also known to be the financial capital of Australia. If you enjoy living in a cosmopolitan city with skyline views of skyscrapers, Sydney would be the place for you. Sydney is also home to the iconic Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. If you love the beach, Sydney has beautiful beaches like Bondi and Coogee.
Universities | Main Campus | Pathway | |
|---|---|---|---|
The University of Sydney | Camperdown | Taylor's College Sydney - Navitas Australia | |
UNSW Sydney | Kensington | UNSW Global | |
University of Technology Sydney (UTS) | Ultimo | UTS College | |
Macquarie University | Sydney | Macquarie University College | |
University of Newcastle (UON) | Callaghan | UoN College of International Education | |
University of Wollongong (UoW) | Wollongong | UoW College | |
University of Western Sydney (UWS) | Penrith | UWS The College | |
Charles Sturt University (CSU) | Bathurst | CSU | |
Southern Cross University (SCU) | Lismore | SCU College | |
Le Cordon Bleu Australia | Ryde | - |
Victoria (VIC)
"The Education State"
Quick Facts
Melbourne retained their position as the world’s most liveable city for the past 7 years according to The Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) Liveability Index, receiving a perfect score for healthcare, education and infrastructure. If you love coffee, Melbourne has one of the world’s best coffee culture with an abundance of highly rated cafe all over the city. The art scene in Melbourne is fantastic with many art galleries and museums. There are so many reasons to love Melbourne and Melburnians are proud of their city!
Universities | Main Campus | Pathway | |
|---|---|---|---|
The University of Melbourne | Parkville | Trinity College | |
Monash University | Clayton | Monash College | |
RMIT University | Melbourne | RMIT University | |
La Trobe University | Bundoora | La Trobe College - Navitas | |
Deakin University | Geelong | Deakin College - Navitas | |
Swinburne University of Technology | Hawthorn | Swinburne | |
Victoria University (VU) | Penrith | Victoria University | |
Le Cordon Bleu Australia | Moorabbin | - | |
Queensland (QLD)
"The Sunshine State"
Quick Facts
Queensland has five of Australia’s eleven World Natural Heritage areas home to one of the Wonders of the World the Great Barrier Reef. It is also popular among international students because of it’s tropical climate and home to some of the world’s most stunning beaches. The capital city of Queensland is Brisbane. You can commute on the water taxi via CityCat or CityHopper and cruise through the Brisbane area to beat the traffic. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is the world’s oldest & largest Koala Sanctuary. Lone Pine is one of the only places in Australia where you are able to cuddle Koalas. The Gold Coast is one of Australia’s premier holiday destinations. Famous for its beaches, surf, theme parks, shopping, nightlife and hinterland. Gold Coast is just 80 km away from Brisbane by car.
Universities | Main Campus | Pathway | |
|---|---|---|---|
The University of Queensland (UQ) | St. Lucia | UQ College | |
Griffith University | 5 campuses | Griffith College - Navitas | |
James Cook University (JCU) | Townsville | JCU | |
University of Sunshine Coast (USC) | Sippy Downs | USC | |
University of Southern Queensland (USQ) | Toowoomba | USQ College | |
Central Queensland University (CQU) | Rockhampton | CQU | |
Bond University | Gold Coast | Bond University College |
South Australia (SA)
"The Festival State"
Quick Facts
South Australia is often referred to as the ‘Festival State’ as it is home to a range of events and festivals. More festival tickets are sold in South Australia than in all other states combined. The Adelaide Fringe is the world’s second-largest annual arts festival, and the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, held in the South Australian capital of Adelaide.If you love going to the theatre, dancing to international music, laughing at comedy shows or enjoying the arts, you’ll find plenty of events to choose from. Adelaide is also known as the ‘city of churches.’ You only need to take a look around and you’ll see a church on every corner, containing some exquisite architectural designs.
Universities | Main Campus | Pathway | |
|---|---|---|---|
The University of Adelaide | Adelaide | UOA College | |
University of South Australia | Adelaide | SAIBT - Navitas | |
Flinders University | Bedford Park | Flinders University | |
Le Cordon Bleu Australia | Regency Park | - |
Western Australia (WA)
"The Golden State"
Quick Facts
The state of Western Australia (WA) is almost the size of Western Europe. Mining is a massive industry in WA. In fact, Western Australia’s minerals and petroleum industry was worth over $106 billion for 2011-12. Gold itself accounts for $9.4 billion of the industry, making it Western Australia’s second most valuable mineral. Western Australia is also home to the Argyle Mine, the world’s largest producer of diamonds. The capital city of WA is Perth and it is a popular destination for international students due to it’s sunny weather. Perth is one of the most isolated city in the world, with the closest Australian city 2,200km away. In fact it is closer to Singapore than their capital, Canberra, There is no time difference between Perth and Malaysia and Singapore. Flights from Malaysia and Singapore to Perth is slightly over 4 hours, making it relatively easy to travel to and fro.
Universities | Main Campus | Pathway | |
|---|---|---|---|
The University of Western Australia (UWA) | Perth | UWA College - INTO / Canning College | |
Curtin University | Bentley | Curtin College - Navitas / Canning College | |
Edith Cowan University (ECU) | Joondalup | Flinders University / Canning College | |
Murdoch University | Murdoch | Canning College |
Tasmania (TAS)
"Your Natural State"
Quick Facts
Tasmania is an island state of Australia and home to some of Australia’s most spectacular scenery and landscapes. More than 42 per cent of Tasmania is World Heritage Area, national park and marine or forest reserves. The state’s capital is Hobart. If you love fresh seafood at relatively affordable prices, you will enjoy living in Tasmania. Tasmanians are big consumers of seafood, such as crayfish, orange roughy, salmon and oysters, both farmed and wild.
Universities | Main Campus | Pathway | |
|---|---|---|---|
University of Tasmania (UTAS) | Hobart | UTAS IPC |
North Territory (NT)
"Outback Australia"
Quick Facts
Tasmania is an island state of Australia and home to some of Australia’s most spectacular scenery and landscapes. More than 42 per cent of Tasmania is World Heritage Area, national park and marine or forest reserves. The state’s capital is Hobart. If you love fresh seafood at relatively affordable prices, you will enjoy living in Tasmania. Tasmanians are big consumers of seafood, such as crayfish, orange roughy, salmon and oysters, both farmed and wild.
Universities | Main Campus | Pathway | |
|---|---|---|---|
Charles Darwin University (CDU) | Darwin | CDU International College |