Discover the difference you can make at ANU!
Australian National University (ANU) is driven by a culture of excellence in everything we do. ANU leads in Australia for the best student-to-staff ratio and rank first in the country for graduate employability (THE World University Rankings 2025).
We understand that our digital, physical and biological environment is increasingly impacted by the world’s populations and systems.
The ANU College of Systems & Society (CSS) brings together expertise in social, technical, computational, ecological and scientific systems to build a new approach to systems design and build new national capabilities.
Our researchers and academics are solving the world’s most complex challenges. You will be inspired to become a problem finder, comfortable with ambiguity and complexity as it applies to systems and society.
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Real-world experience
Work Integrated Learning offers you the opportunity to integrate academic theory and ‘real world’ practice. Enhance your technical and leadership skills whilst gaining experience in the workforce and insight into professional practice.
Student exchange
With opportunities to practice a language, discover a new culture and explore different perspectives. The global programs of our 180 partner in 39 countries will build your knowledge, life skills and networks - and look amazing on your resume.
Research-led education
Seek creative solutions for the great challenges of our age. Study fundamental courses while immersing yourself in research groups covering the area of your choice.
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Supportive community
Our students come from diverse backgrounds—and some are the first in their family to go to university. At ANU, you will have access to a library of resources and services to help...
World-class facilities
Design, print and experiment in one the Rapid Prototyping Facility. We believe the best learning is done by doing. You will have access to world-class equipment and resources to help you through...
Accommodation
ANU gives you more opportunities to live on campus than any other Australian university, so you can make the most of your time here. We guarantee accommodation to first-year undergraduate students at ANU. Find out more
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