Australian Catholic University
Australian Catholic University (ACU) is one of the 1000 best universities in the world and top 30 in Australia based on research reputation.
Avondale University
Australia's youngest university is climbing world rankings. Avondale University is a private Christian institution with specialist courses.
University of Divinity
University of Divinity in Melbourne is the country's lowest ranked but highest rated university. Divinity is a group of theological colleges.
University of Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame Australia has a low ranking due to a lack of size. Notre Dame is a private Roman Catholic university based in WA.
How many Christian universities are in Australia?
There are four Christian universities in Australia: the Australian Catholic University (ACU), the University of Notre Dame Australia, the University of Divinity, and Avondale University. To varying degrees, they integrate Christian values into their teaching and community life.
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
ACU is a large, multi-campus Christian university with locations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, and beyond. It offers degrees in Nursing, Teaching, Theology, Philosophy, Arts, Business, and Law. While Catholic in identity, ACU welcomes students of all faiths and provides a supportive environment for spiritual expression.
University of Notre Dame Australia
The University of Notre Dame is a private Catholic university with campuses in Fremantle and Sydney. Its courses cover Medicine, Nursing, Arts, Business, Education, and Law. All undergraduate students complete a core curriculum including Philosophy, Ethics, and Theology, reflecting its strong Catholic tradition.
University of Divinity
The University of Divinity, based in Melbourne, is a federation of theological colleges representing various Christian denominations. Its programs focus on Biblical Studies, Theology, Christian Thought, and Ministry. The majority of its students are postgraduates pursuing advanced religious studies.
Avondale University
Avondale University, founded by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, is located in New South Wales. It offers degrees in Education, Nursing, Science, Theology, Arts, and Business. Avondale emphasises holistic development and Christian values, aiming to produce graduates committed to ethical service.
In addition to these universities, around a dozen Christian colleges across Australia provide further opportunities for faith-based education.
Alphacrucis University College
Alphacrucis University College is a large Christian institution with campuses in every Australian capital city, Auckland, and even Finland. Their mission? “Equipping Christian leaders to impact society.” The College is committed to the teachings of Jesus Christ and values excellence, integrity, and innovation.
Alpacrucis Colleges offers courses across five broad fields, namely:
- Business and Leadership
- Chaplaincy, Counselling and Social Science
- Education
- Ministry and Theology
- Music and Creative Arts.
The courses extend from vocational education training — certificates and diplomas — through to the full range of university-level courses: bachelor degrees, graduate certificates, and masters and PhD programs. Visit the course search page for further details.
The College is fully accredited as a provider of Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). It is also registered with Australian Government as a provider of higher education courses and is recognised by the Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA).