Australian National UniversityStudent Guide

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Student guide · Winter Session 2026

The semester, explained for Australian National University

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
Winter Session 2026
Campus terms
17
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Winter Session 2026 runs Jul 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

15 entries
  1. Winter Session 2026Relevant now
  2. Semester 2 2026
  3. Spring Session 2026
  4. Summer Session 2027
  5. Semester 1 2027
  6. Autumn Session 2027
  7. Winter Session 2027
  8. Semester 2 2027
  9. Spring Session 2027
  10. Summer Session 2028
  11. Semester 1 2028
  12. Autumn Session 2028
  13. Winter Session 2028
  14. Semester 2 2028
  15. Spring Session 2028

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Campus language

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17 terms

A

ANUSA
ANU Students' Association, the primary representative body for all students.

B

B&G
Burton & Garran Hall, a prominent self-catered residence.
Badger
Badger & Co, the main campus pub and eatery located in Kambri.
Burg
Burgmann College, an independent residential college on campus.
Bush Week
The orientation and social week held at the start of the second semester.

C

CASS
College of Arts and Social Sciences.
CBE
College of Business and Economics.
CECS
College of Engineering and Computer Science.
Coffee Lab
A popular cafe in the Kambri precinct known for specialty coffee.

F

Fenner
Fenner Hall, a large residential hall located near the Kambri precinct.

J

Johns
St John's College, a residential college affiliated with the Anglican Church.

K

Kambri
The central campus precinct containing the main shops, bars, and student services.

O

O-Week
Orientation Week, the week of social and academic events before Semester 1 begins.

T

The Avenue
University Avenue, the broad pedestrian thoroughfare that runs through the center of campus.
The Gods
Gods Cafe, a long-standing campus eatery often used as a landmark for meetings.

U

Ursies
Ursula Hall, a residential hall known for its community atmosphere.

W

Woroni
The student-run media organization and newspaper.

Places and practicalities

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

13 details
ANU OK
The official campus safety app providing emergency contacts and security escorts.
brian_kenyon_student_space_bkss
Brian Kenyon Student Space (BKSS)
burgmann_college_dining_hall
Burgmann College Dining Hall
Chifley
The Chifley Library, the main library for humanities and social sciences.
Coombs
The H.C. Coombs Building, famous among students for its confusing hexagonal layout.
Hancock
The Hancock Library, the primary library for science and engineering subjects.
ISIS
Interactive Student Information System, the portal used for enrollment, grades, and finances.
john_xxiii_college_dining_room
John XXIII College Dining Room
Marie Reay
The Marie Reay Teaching Centre, a multi-story hub for tutorials and group study in Kambri.
Menzies
The Menzies Library, which houses the university's Asia-Pacific collections.
MyWay
The transport card used for Canberra's bus and light rail network.
ursula_hall_dining_hall
Ursula Hall Dining Hall
Wattle
Web Learner and Teaching Learning Environment, the Moodle-based online platform for course materials.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Winter Session 2026 runs Jul 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
17 approved campus terms and 13 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 Canberra for Australian National University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Canberra.

Timezone

Australia/Sydney

Median Rent

$520

Cost of Living Index

103

Student Population

45,000

City Transportation

Walkability

60

Bikeability

70

Public Transit

Transport Canberra bus network, Light rail (Canberra Metro)

Nearest Airports

Canberra Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Oceanic

Avg Annual Temp

56.7°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lindsay Pryor Car Park

surface_lot • Free, no permit required for shuttle users

Serviced by the Campus Traveller shuttle.

Baldessin Parking Station

garage • Limited, popular for undercover parking

Undercover parking available for a fee.

NCI Car Park

surface_lot • Permit required

Pick-up point for the Campus Traveller shuttle.

Campus News

Latest updates from Australian National University

New ANU Vice-Chancellor Scholars Program opens doors for students facing barriers

ANU launched a flagship scholarship program providing fully funded on-campus accommodation or guaranteed housing for eligible students.

Aug 24, 2026

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Dr Gordon de Brouwer AO PSM FIPAA appointed 14th Chancellor of ANU

The university appointed Dr Gordon de Brouwer as its 14th Chancellor, succeeding the interim leadership.

Aug 17, 2026

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Restored University House reopens as ANU marks 80 years

The historic University House officially reopened as part of the university's 80th-anniversary celebrations and the launch of 'ANU by 2030'.

Aug 14, 2026

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Managing the hazard and risk of traffic on campus (2026 Hazard Alert)

Managing the hazard and risk of traffic on campus (2026 Hazard Alert)

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Australian National University

2026 ANU Taiwan Update

September 8, 2026

ANU College of Asia & the Pacific

A two-day conference exploring Taiwan's current standing in 2026.

Japan Update 2026

September 9, 2026

Online and In-person

The Australia-Japan Research Centre and the ANU Japan Institute host this annual update on Japanese affairs.

Meet the author - James Curran

September 10, 2026

Tangney Rd, Acton

A session featuring author James Curran as part of the Experience ANU series.

2026 Immersia: Engaging Asia and the Pacific

September 14, 2026

ANU Campus

A flagship program of the School of Culture, History & Language focusing on Asia and the Pacific.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Australian National University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Bruce Hall Main Wing

Room types: single

Bruce Hall Packard Wing

Room types: single

Burgmann College

Room types: single

Burgmann Undergraduate and Postgraduate Village

Room types: single

Burton & Garran Hall

Room types: single

Davey Lodge

Room types: single

Fenner Hall

Room types: single

Graduate House

Room types: single

Lena Karmel Lodge

Room types: single

Toad Hall

Room types: single

Ursula Hall Laurus Wing

Room types: single

Ursula Hall Main Wing

Room types: single

Wamburun Hall

Room types: single

Warrumbul Lodge

Room types: single

Wright Hall

Room types: single

Yukeembruk

Room types: single

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@anu.edu.au

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