The University of Canberra (UC) has just announced a large-scale restructure of its degree programs. Starting from 2025, several popular programs will be discontinued or merged, and independent degrees will be consolidated into broader courses with multiple specialist majors. For students and parents planning to apply to UC, it is critical to stay informed and avoid being caught off guard.

Why the changes?
UC is restructuring its disciplines and programs to improve teaching quality and resource efficiency. Instead of fragmented programs, students will now enter through a unified degree framework and then choose a Specialist Major. This new structure provides more flexibility in course design and career direction.

Key programs affected (partial list):

Undergraduate program closures

MGB401 - Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management

ABB201 - Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours)

Postgraduate business closures

Master of Human Resource Management

Master of Marketing Management

Master of International Business
Replacement: Master of Business Administration (Plus)

Large-scale undergraduate business closures

MGB001 - Bachelor of Accounting (CRICOS: 095938G)

MGB105 - Bachelor of Business (Management) (CRICOS: 095936K)

MGB106 - Bachelor of Business (Marketing) (CRICOS: 095931D)

MGB103 - Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) (CRICOS: 095932C)

MGB104 - Bachelor of Business (International Business) (CRICOS: 095934A)

MGB201 - Bachelor of Business Administration

MGB101 - Bachelor of Business (Entrepreneurship & Innovation) (CRICOS: 095935M)

MGB301 - Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) (CRICOS: 095927M)

MGB305 - Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) (CRICOS: 096887F)

MGB302 - Bachelor of Commerce (Business Economics) (CRICOS: 095930E)

MGB303 - Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Banking) (CRICOS: 095928K)

MGB304 - Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Planning)

Replacement program:
MGB109 - Bachelor of Business (CRICOS: 118326J)
with Specialist Majors in:

Accounting (SM0016.1)

Accounting and Finance (SM0032.1)

Business Economics (SM0017.2)

Management (SM0024.3)

Marketing (SM0025.1)

Human Resource Management (SM0022.1)

International Business (SM0023.1)

Policy & Social Sciences

Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy (Economic Policy / Sociology)
Replacement: Bachelor of Government (Applied Economics / Public Policy & Administration)

Arts, Design & Media

Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing / Digital Media)

Bachelor of Design (Industrial / Interaction / Visual Communication Design)

Bachelor of Communication and Media (Corporate & Public Communication / Journalism / Marketing Communication / Sports Media)

Impact on international students

These changes are effective from 2025. Students planning to enroll in 2026 must confirm whether their chosen program is still available.

For those already admitted, UC may provide replacement programs or majors, but students must ensure they align with future career goals.

For visa applicants, course adjustments may involve changes to the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). Early confirmation is essential.

Advice for students and parents

If you are applying to UC, check immediately whether your target program is discontinued and whether you need to switch to an alternative.

If you already have an offer, consult the university or your advisor to confirm whether you will need to change courses.

If you are worried about a mismatch with your desired specialization, consider applying to equivalent programs at other Australian universities.

Important Reminder
UC’s program restructuring has already taken effect in 2025 and will significantly impact students planning to study in the next one to two years. Don’t wait until the last minute to discover your course has been closed—plan early!

If your study abroad plans are affected by these changes, feel free to contact us. We can provide you with personalized study plans and alternative program options to ensure a smooth application process and a worry-free study abroad journey.