Australian Catholic University LimitedStudent Guide

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Student guide · Research Term C 2026

The semester, explained for Australian Catholic University Limited

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Research Term C 2026
Campus terms
15
Local details
11

Academic calendar

Research Term C 2026 runs Jul 6, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

38 entries
  1. Trimester 2 2026
  2. Term 5 2026
  3. Winter Recess 2026
  4. Research Term C 2026Relevant now
  5. Term 6 2026ACU Term 3 2026
  6. Semester 2 2026
  7. Term 7 2026
  8. Trimester 3 2026
  9. Term 8 2026
  10. Research Term D 2026
  11. ACU Term 4 2026
  12. Term 1 2027
  13. Research Term A 2027
  14. Term 2 2027
  15. Orientation 2027
  16. Semester 1 2027
  17. Term 3 2027
  18. Research Term B 2027
  19. Term 4 2027
  20. Term 5 2027
  21. Winter Recess 2027
  22. Research Term C 2027
  23. Term 6 2027
  24. Orientation Midyear 2027
  25. Semester 2 2027
  26. Term 7 2027
  27. Research Term D 2027
  28. Summer Term 2028
  29. Term 1 2028
  30. Term 2 2028
  31. Orientation 2028
  32. Semester 1 2028
  33. Term 3 2028
  34. Winter Term 2028
  35. Winter Recess 2028
  36. Orientation Midyear 2028
  37. Semester 2 2028

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Campus language

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15 terms

A

ACUNSA
Australian Catholic University National Student Association, the peak student representative body.
Aquinas
Aquinas Student Association, representing students at the Ballarat campus.
AskACU
The primary student service desk for all administrative and general campus enquiries.

C

Camillus
Camillus Residence, the student accommodation located at the Canberra campus.
Capture
The university's lecture recording system (Echo360) where students watch missed classes.

I

Iglu
A popular off-campus student accommodation partner frequently used by ACU students in Sydney and Melbourne.

L

LEO
Learning Environment Online; the university's Moodle-based digital learning platform.

M

MAK
MacKillop Student Association, representing students at the North Sydney campus.
McAuley
McAuley Student Association, representing students at the Brisbane campus.
MCR
Miguel Cordero Residence, the primary student accommodation for the Sydney campuses.
MSM
Mount Saint Mary Student Association, representing students at the Strathfield campus.

S

Student Connect
The online administrative portal used for enrolment, results, and financial management.

T

The Caf
General student shorthand for the main cafeteria or dining area on any given campus.
The Coop
The campus bookstore which often includes a cafe or retail outlet for students.
The Pulse
The main on-campus cafe and student hub area found across multiple campuses.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

11 details
ACU Card
The official student ID card required for library access, printing, and building entry.
acu_canteen_north_sydney
ACU Canteen (North Sydney)
InPlace
The mandatory software system used by students to manage and log professional placements.
Late Start
The common practice where many tutorials and lectures begin 5-10 minutes past the hour.
Mannix
The Daniel Mannix Building, a major academic and facility building in Melbourne.
outdoor_cafe_area
Outdoor Cafe Area
Signadou
The name of the Canberra campus and its primary historic building.
The Bakhita
The Saint Josephine Bakhita Campus building in Blacktown.
The Glowrey
The Mary Glowrey Building, a central hub for the Melbourne campus.
The Shuttle
The free bus service that runs between Strathfield train station and the Strathfield campus.
The Track
The athletic track and sports field area at the Strathfield campus.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Research Term C 2026 runs Jul 6, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
15 approved campus terms and 11 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in North Sydney for Australian Catholic University Limited Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in North Sydney.

Timezone

Australia/Sydney

Median Rent

$750

Cost of Living Index

150

Student Population

15,000

City Transportation

Walkability

85

Bikeability

70

Public Transit

Sydney Trains T1 North Shore Line (North Sydney station), Sydney Metro City & Southwest (under construction/nearby), Sydney Buses routes across North Shore

Nearest Airports

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

64°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

North Sydney Council Metered Parking

street • Limited

Rates vary by demand area (High, Medium, Low).

Secure Parking - North Sydney

garage • High (Pre-bookable)

Multiple locations including Berry St and Pacific Hwy.

Campus News

Latest updates from Australian Catholic University Limited

ACU North Sydney Open Day 2026 Wraps Up

The 2026 Open Day at the North Sydney campus provided future students with course information and campus tours.

Sep 5, 2026

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Mission Week 2026: Made for More

ACU celebrated Mission Week with the theme 'Made for More', focusing on purpose and community engagement.

Jul 8, 2026

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ACU Guarantee 2026 Applications Closing Soon

Applications for the ACU Guarantee early entry program are set to close on September 14, 2026.

Sep 9, 2026

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AusAlert national emergency warning system testing conducted in mid-2026; full launch scheduled for October 2026.

AusAlert national emergency warning system testing conducted in mid-2026; full launch scheduled for October 2026.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Australian Catholic University Limited

Field Trip: Go-Karting

September 11, 2026

Off-campus (Meeting at North Sydney)

A student life field trip for go-karting.

Breakfast Club: Blend it Like Beckham

September 14, 2026

North Sydney Campus

Morning breakfast event for students.

Come and Try - Self Defence Classes

September 15, 2026

North Sydney Campus

Introductory self-defence classes for students.

Pizza and Pickleball

September 17, 2026

North Sydney Campus

Social sporting event featuring pizza and pickleball games.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Australian Catholic University Limited

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

1 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Student Living (Miguel Cordero Residence, Sydney)

Room types: multi-share, studio, premium studio

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@acu.edu.au

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