For School Leavers who want more than just a job

Choose a life of purpose.

Degrees and diplomas in business, teaching, ministry, counselling and the arts, taught within a Christian worldview. Early Entry and scholarships are available if you're coming straight from Year 12.

Early Entry: no ATAR required
20 to 25% off tuition for school leavers
Study online or on campus
Australia's largest Christian university college. Study online, or on campus in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Hobart.
Early Entry and Scholarships

We believe in you and your potential.

So you don’t have to wait for an ATAR to find out where you stand. Apply once through Early Entry and we’ll assess you on your school reports and a short personal statement, then send a conditional offer before your final exams. If you’re coming straight from Year 12, that same application also puts you up for a scholarship. No separate form, no application fee.

Early Entry

Get your offer before your exams

No ATAR
required. Assessed on school reports and a personal statement.

You’re assessed on your Year 11 and 12 school reports and a short personal statement. Offers are released from 1 September. Most undergraduate courses are open to Early Entry.

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Scholarships

Make your calling more affordable

20 to 25%
off tuition for the standard duration of your first course.

If you start straight from Year 12, you’re assessed automatically. Graduates of Build a Bridge partner schools receive 25% off tuition. Everyone else receives 20% through the NextGen Scholarship.

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Independent results

What students and graduates report.

Don’t just take our word for it. Every year the Australian Government surveys students and graduates at every university and college, and publishes the results on ComparED. These are the Alphacrucis undergraduate figures.

92.3%
of graduates found employment
National average 88.4%
83.8%
of students had a positive overall experience
National average 76.6%
84.5%
rated teaching practices positively
National average 80.5%
83.6%
of recent graduates were satisfied with their course
National average 75.1%

Source: Alphacrucis undergraduate results published by the Australian Government’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) on ComparED: Student Experience Survey 2023–2024, Course Experience Questionnaire 2024–2025, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023–2025.

Student Stories

People who chose purpose.

What current students and graduates say about studying at Alphacrucis.

With a scholarship I could go to Alphacrucis straight after graduating from high school and not worry about finances. It has allowed me to pursue a meaningful career from the start and enjoy what I am doing every day.

Briar Marshall

Bachelor of Education, CEN Hub, TAS

Securing a scholarship in my program has been a game-changer. It’s allowed me to focus on my studies and see how God really does provide us with everything we need for our calling!

Naomi Cantwell

Bachelor of Education, online, VIC

I’m doing what I love, which is helping and supporting young people in schools practically and emotionally. I am now leading a team of chaplains who are making a big difference in young people’s lives in schools. 

Elijah Burrell

Diploma of Ministry (Chaplaincy)

The Chaplaincy course at AC was the first course I had ever done which truly felt like 'me'. The course sharpened my skills and taught me so much about professionalism, governance, crisis support, and boundaries around caring for people. Now I can see how God is using my life's journey for a greater purpose.

Nadia Lino

Cert IV Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care Graduate

I was studying the same degree at different university, but then I realised I needed to find a place that aligns with my worldview - after finding Alphacrucis I have never looked back.

Abigail Comafay

Bachelor of Applied Social Science

The Bachelor of Business gave me the skills to gain a promotion to Executive Business Manager in my current employer. One of my favourite aspects of the degree was that it was taught from a Christian perspective which really helped me in the business world as a Christian.

Jessica Beyer

Bachelor of Business
Pathways

Start where you are. Get where you're going.

If you don’t meet the entry requirements for a Bachelor degree, or you’re not sure yet, start with a Diploma. Finish it in a year, then decide whether to continue. Combined degrees and diplomas are also available, and you can change course after you start.

*Full-time study load and course progression shown

Pathway combining Entrepreneurship, Business and Theology

1 year
Diploma of Entrepreneurship
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+ 2 years
Bachelor of Business
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+ 1 year
Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Theology
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Pathway combining Ministry and Business

1 year
Diploma of Ministry
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+ 2 years
Bachelor of Ministry
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+ 1 year
Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Ministry
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Chaplaincy leading to Counselling or Youth Work

1 year
Diploma of Chaplaincy
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+ 3 years
Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Youth, Chaplaincy, Counselling Specialisations)
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Recognised

Accreditation

Graduates of our Bachelor of Business with an Accounting specialisation are recognised by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CA ANZ).

Counselling qualifications are accredited by PACFA, the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and the Christian Counsellors Association Australia (CCAA).

AC’s education awards are accredited by NESA, meet the Australian Professional Standards for Graduate Teachers and are recognised by AITSL, so graduates can register as teachers in every state. Early childhood awards are accredited by ACECQA.

Free guide

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Choose Purpose: A Guide to Life After School is a free short guide with five practical steps for working out what to do next. Enter your details and we’ll email it to you.

Ready?

Not sure which course is right for you?

The Future Students team can help you compare courses, entry pathways and fees. Call 1300 228 355 or book a free video chat.