Defence Civilian Undergraduate Sponsorship (DCUS)

Support to Pursue an Exciting Career

The Department of Defence offers the Defence Civilian Undergraduate Sponsorship (DCUS) scheme for aspiring students who wish to pursue a Computing and Cyber Security or an Engineering degree with UNSW Canberra at ADFA.

The Sponsorship provides participants with full tuition fee coverage, a generous bursary of $2000 per year of study and paid work experience placements.

If you complete your degree program at UNSW Canberra as a DCUS student, you will graduate from one of the top universities in Australia with no HECS-HELP debt and also be eligible to apply for a full-time job at the Department of Defence.

Although the DCUS scheme is aimed at students interested in a career in the Department of Defence, there are no return of service obligations upon graduation.

Explore Your Study Options

Explore your undergraduate study options across Engineering or Computing and Cyber Security.

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Lifelong Connections

Lifelong Connections

UNSW Canberra graduates are a highly engaged and influential community who shape Australia and the international community as leaders in defence, government, and industry. 

Build lifelong connections and tap into our influential network of fellow reputable graduates. 

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Support Services

Support Services

Choosing a program or enrolling at a university can be overwhelming – but don’t worry, you won’t be doing it alone. We'll support you with general program advice, enrolment queries, student visas, personal wellbeing and any essential information you’ll need throughout your studies. Whether you're an undergraduate or postgraduate student, we're happy to assist. 

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Student Life

Student life at UNSW Canberra is vibrant, inclusive, and immersive. We offer plenty of opportunities to enrich your study experience and help you connect with other students and our campus community. Whether it’s sports, educational clubs, or creative hobbies, there are many ways to make the most of your time outside of the classroom. 

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School Contacts

School of Business
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Undergraduate Coordinator
Dr Samantha Johnson
E: s.johnson@adfa.edu.au
T: +61 2 5114 5692

Undergraduate Student Enquiries
E: bus.studentadmin@adfa.edu.au

 

School of Engineering & Information Technology
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Director of Undergraduate Studies 
Dr Neda Aboutorab
E: n.aboutorab@adfa.edu.au
T: +61 2 5114 5110

Undergraduate Student Enquiries
E: seit@adfa.edu.au
T: +61 2 5114 5247

 

School of Humanities & Social Sciences
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Undergraduate Coordinator
Dr Richard Dunley
E: r.dunley@unsw.edu.au
T: +61 2 5114 5080

Undergraduate Student Enquiries
T: +61 2 5114 5275
E: hass@adfa.edu.au

 

 

School of Science
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Undergraduate Coordinator
Dr Isaac Towers
E: i.towers@adfa.edu.au
T: +61 2 5114 5050

Undergraduate Student Enquiries
T: +61 2 5114 5246
E: scienceaso@adfa.edu.au