Welcome
Canberra School of Professional Studies was established to challenge old ways of skills and knowledge development. It is made up of innovative academics and professionals with cutting edge research, industry experience, educational excellence and learner engagement.
A message from our Head of School
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Our world is changing very fast. Our environment is under threat from climate change and global conflicts. Technology has redefined how we do things and relate with and to each other. We are living longer and having fewer children. Our workforce is shrinking while our demands are increasing. Young people are unsure of the future. Families are struggling to meet basic needs. Old jobs are disappearing while new ones are just emerging. Therefore, we need a new way of thinking and looking at education and skills development. It is no longer business as usual.
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The Canberra School of Professional Studies was established to challenge old ways of skills and knowledge development. It is made up of innovative academics and professionals with cutting edge research, industry experience, educational excellence and learner engagement. We are agile. We work in co-creative and co-design spaces. We do things differently, think differently and challenge existing systems and processes. We collaborate to cross fertilise ideas. We are a new thought leadership school from UNSW, a Go8 University in Australia, ranked 19th in the world, located at the heart of our nation’s capital.
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We combine cutting edge research and technology, industry and government collaboration and innovative teaching to seek solutions to local and global challenges. We are unique. We are not afraid to make mistakes. We are not an ordinary degree awarding school. We produce professionals ready to hit the ground running.
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We are looking for people willing to make a difference in their communities and the world. We are looking for those ready to challenge systems, ask questions, think differently, are adaptable and agile, who look for alternative solutions, and are not afraid to make mistakes. We teach differently and you will be challenged differently. If this is you, then we have a place for you at the Canberra School of Professional Studies. We are NOT interested in those who are comfortable with the status quo.
While your ATAR is important, it does not define you. We want people with inner drive, capable of transforming a world in need of change. If you need support, our Gateway Program is a wonderful equity and access opportunity to transform your dreams into reality in our unique school.
Welcome on board.
– Professor Chika Anyanwu
Head of School, Canberra School of Professional Studies
Teaching and Research - Times Higher Education University Rankings
2024 QS World University Rankings
Voted as having the most employable students at the AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023
Meet our team
Our people are the driving force behind the innovative programs and the transformative experiences that define our school. From dedicated faculty to passionate staff. Get to know the faces, stories, and expertise that shape the UNSW Canberra School of Professional Studies.
Study with us
The Canberra School of Professional Studies offers students flexible education and training using co-design principles to ensure our programs deliver relevant, graduate ready skills and knowledge, through industry supported, work-based learning and contemporary assessment practices.
To build individual and organisational capability by offering relevant and agile academic programs, professional education and applied research services that align with the demands of the contemporary workforce, producing graduates who are not only job-ready but also equipped with leadership skills and professional expertise that transcend geographical boundaries, benefiting both the Canberra community and the broader global society.
Latest news
Future campus
UNSW Canberra is establishing a new campus in Canberra’s CBD. Building on the University’s achievements, the new campus will allow us to expand our offerings in Canberra by delivering world class education, research and innovation within the Parliamentary Triangle.
UNSW Canberra City will establish a teaching, research and innovation environment in Canberra that is aligned to UNSW’s commitment of becoming Australia’s global university.
UNSW has been proudly partnering with Defence in Canberra for more than fifty years. UNSW’s second Canberra campus will build on UNSW Canberra’s achievements, by creating a world class environment within the National Triangle. The new campus enables UNSW’s strategic priorities of academic excellence, social engagement and global impact to thrive.
The campus environment will provide a sense of place and pride in UNSW. Students, staff, alumni, members of the local community, and partners from the defence and security community located adjacent to the campus, will come together to innovate, transform, learn and contribute to society.
Artist's impression of future campus
Artist's impression of future campus
Aerial view of future UNSW Canberra City Campus
Artist's impression of future campus
Artist's impression of future campus
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Our people are the driving force behind the innovative programs and the transformative experiences that define our school. From dedicated faculty to passionate staff. Get to know the faces, stories, and expertise that shape the UNSW Canberra School of Professional Studies.
