The university I study at

The university I study at
There are currently 39 universities in Australia. Of the 39 universities, there are two private universities (Bond University and the University of Notre Dame) and two Catholic universities (Australian Catholic University and the University of Notre Dame).
Universities are located in both metropolitan cities and regional areas. Some have multiple campuses in a particular region (or across different states in some cases), offering students a range of campus options. Others are proud to state that they are a single-campus institution.
All Australian universities are required to produce a certain amount of research in addition to teaching, but the balance differs depending on the university you choose. Some excel in teaching and have research strengths in particular areas, while others have a stronger focus on research overall (these are often referred to as research intensive or comprehensive universities) and belong to networks such as the Group of Eight . Other universities have a focus on technology, particularly those that are part of the Australian Technology Network of Universities .
Which qualifications do universities offer?
As academic institutions, universities primarily offer higher education qualifications at undergraduate and postgraduate levels to prepare graduates for professional careers. This includes bachelor degrees, postgraduate certificates, postgraduate diplomas, masters degrees and doctoral degrees.
Universities also offer lower-level qualifications (such as associate degrees, advanced diplomas and diplomas) and non-award courses (foundation studies and bridging courses, for instance) to prepare students for higher education studies and provide an alternative entry pathway for those who do not meet degree entry requirements.
In addition, some Australian universities have TAFE departments that offer Vocational Education and Training (VET). These are known as dual-sector universities, and they provide an excellent option for students looking to work their way up the tertiary qualifications ladder from a VET qualification to a degree. Other universities may offer similar schemes through partnerships with TAFEs or private providers.

University course structure

Most universities offer a wide range of degrees at undergraduate level, including bachelor degrees in specialised vocational areas such as human