The University of Notre Dame Australia

Notre Dame excels in nationwide student survey

The University of Notre Dame Australia topped the Federal Government's student survey once again this year.

The latest rating the university received for ‘Overall Quality of Educational Experience' was above the average in Australia (79%) - at 90.2%, for undergraduate level.

At the postgraduate level, Notre Dame tops in the national level for ‘Learner Engagement' with a rating of 74.1%, and for ‘Skills Development' at 87.8%.

''These results are testament to our distinctive approach to higher education which draws on centuries of teaching, scholarship and research tradition, resulting in academic excellence, and balanced with the strongest pastoral care and student support. We are delighted that our students say their student experience is one of the best in Australia'', said Peter Tranter, acting Vice-Chancellor of the university.

New 25% International Merit Scholarship

The University has recently introduced 25% International Merit Scholarships to provide tuition assistance to international students enrolling in undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs (excluding Medicine). The value of the scholarship is up to 25% of annual tuition fees for up to a maximum one year.

Distinctive Approach

Notre Dame's personal and distinctive approach to education is recognised as the best in Australia for overall quality of educational experience in the nationwide Federal Government student survey.

Its smaller lecture sizes mean students are on a first-name-basis with their lecturers and have greater access to academics for support. They also have access to exceptional practical experience opportunities. Through internships, professional placements and volunteering students graduate with experience on their CVs, a real advantage in gaining employment. Notre Dame has one of the highest graduate employment rates in Australia (QILT).

Notre Dame provides a liberal arts education in which students learn to think critically and creatively. Students study Core Curriculum – courses in Philosophy, Theology and Ethics – which is based on the 2,000 year old Catholic intellectual tradition which for centuries has provided leadership in university education around the world. Students graduate with an increased ability to think, reason, question and resolve – a distinct advantage in working life.

In Australian Federal Government surveys, Notre Dame achieved the highest results for 'Employer satisfaction' of any university in Sydney and Perth.

Study options are offered across...

School of Arts & Sciences

Challenging and innovative degrees are offered in subject areas including Arts, Communications & Media, Behavioural Science, Counselling and Science.

School of Business

Through an extensive Business Internship Program, graduates are equipped with the expertise, confidence and practical skills to adapt and excel in today's highly competitive business environment and gain experience on their CV before they graduate.

School of Education

Reflecting its role as a leader in the vocation of teaching, Notre Dame offers a complete spectrum of educational degrees with an extensive range of specialisations.

School of Health Sciences (Fremantle)

Degrees involve practicum placements in hospitals, community health centres and pathology labs to equip graduates for successful careers in areas such as biomedical science, exercise and sports science, health professional education and health promotion.

School of Law

Leaders from the legal profession and the judiciary have developed a curriculum for the University that is both intensely challenging and highly practical. Through mentoring and internship programs, students develop practical skills such as public speaking, advocacy and commercial practice skills.

School of Medicine

The School provides excellence in medical education, research and scholarship with the aim of graduating doctors to serve in areas of unmet need.

School of Nursing & Midwifery

Extensive clinical experience – the most comprehensive in the country – is offered through collaborative and strong external partnerships with industry.

School of Philosophy & Theology

The School prepares students for a wide variety of professions including teaching, public policy, international diplomacy & advocacy, and also for personal and spiritual growth.

School of Physiotherapy (Fremantle)

It is the only academic School in Australia to offer postgraduate programmes in Burn and Trauma Rehabilitation (online).

Notre Dame Study Centre

The Notre Dame Study Centre provides a range of student support programmes to help students get the most out of their university studies including an English Language Bridging Program.

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The University of Notre Dame Australia requires applicants to achieve minimum academic and English language proficiency requirements. This ensures that applicants are sufficiently competent in the English language, allowing them to participate effectively in their chosen programme and achieve the expected programme outcomes.

Applicants can demonstrate their English language proficiency by completing an English language test or through previous secondary or tertiary study as outlined at the English language proficiency requirements page.

Notre Dame also offers an English language programme for international students. Upon successful completion of Notre Dame's Academic English Bridging Program, no further English language testing will be required to meet Notre Dame's English language proficiency requirements, except where required by an accrediting body.

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Notre Dame spreads coast-to-coast with campuses in Sydney, New South Wales on the east coast, to the north west town of Broome and the port city of Fremantle in Perth, Western Australia.

Notre Dame's Sydney Campus includes two separate sites, both in the vibrant social hub of the city: the Broadway site located at the heart of Sydney's university district and the Darlinghurst site nestled in Sydney's famous shopping district. With a population of 5.6 million people, Sydney is a dynamic and multicultural city with a sunny climate. There is sightseeing opportunities within the city including a vibrant cultural scene, fabulous coastline, nature reserves and fantastic food. Read more...

Notre Dame's Fremantle Campus is nestled in the West End of Fremantle, south of Perth, within beautifully preserved Victorian-era buildings. It is the only ‘town' university in Australia and is situated in unison with other businesses and just steps away from local parks and beaches. This iconic campus is close to the Fremantle Harbour, all major transport hubs, cafes and restaurants that reflect the truly multi-cultural lifestyle of the port city, one-off fashion boutiques and speciality shops that draw thousands of international visitors each year. A vast range of music, cultural and food festivals add a constant buzz to the European village-style atmosphere. Read more...

Accommodation

Notre Dame offers a range of accommodation options for students. On-campus accommodation is available at the University's Fremantle and Broome Campuses while student accommodation is available in close vicinity to the Sydney Campus.

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Undergraduate Merit Scholarships

The University of Notre Dame Australia offers a number of International Undergraduate Merit Scholarships for high achieving students from selected countries. The University promotes the importance of a culturally diverse student body and supports students to study at either the Sydney or Fremantle Campus.

This scholarship waives 20% of annual tuition fees for up to a maximum of three years in programs in the Schools of Arts & Sciences, Business, Education, Health Sciences, Law, and Philosophy & Theology.

Applicants who wish to be considered for this scholarship must submit their application for admission by the due date of the semester in which they wish to commence. Read more..

The Cancer Detection Centre for Women Research Scholarship

This Scholarship encourages and supports medical research training in the area of women's health, and provides financial support to postgraduate students with exceptional research promise to pursue a career in medical research. The term of this research scholarship is up to two years for Master by Research recipients and three years for Doctor of Philosophy recipients.

Visit the University website to view all scholarships on offer.