Want to help create and sustain the world we live in? Now is the time to study Computing, Cybernetics and Engineering at ANU. Take on the global challenges of tomorrow and make a difference in our world.
Explore your study options and find out about student life at Australia’s top university (QS World University Rankings 2022).
Video summaries and recorded sessions presented by the ANU College of Engineering & Computer Science
9.45am | Reimagine Engineering & Computer Science at ANU!
Discover the possibilities and learn how you can reimagine the use of technology in an increasingly interconnected world. Take on the global challenges of tomorrow and make a difference in our world.
Speaker: Distinguished Professor Genevieve Bell AO
Venue: The Cinema, Cultural Centre
11.05am | Human-Centred and Creative Computing at ANU
Learn about our courses and project offerings in human-computer interaction, games, and creative computing, as well as opportunities for industry experience in these fields as part of your studies.
Speakers: Dr Jennyfer Lawrence Taylor, Dr Penny Kyburz, Dr Charles Martin
Venue: Theatre 2, The Cultural Centre
2.05pm | Discover Engineering at ANU
Discover the many different applications of engineering, from new renewable energy technologies to help us get to net zero, to robotic drones that can measure biodiversity, to next generation communication technologies.
Speaker: Professor Kylie Catchpole
Venue: Theatre 2, Cultural Centre
Learn more about your study options and opportunities at the ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS).
Hosted by the College of Engineering & Computer Science, College of Science, College of Health and Medicine, ANU Mathematical Sciences Institute & The ASD - ANU Co-Lab – STEM Fest is a casual space to drop in for a hot drink and to relax in our courtyard.
10.00am - 1.30pm, University Ave, grassed area
There will be a number of interactive activities held in the Hanna Neumann building. Registrations are not required and you can attend at any time during the day.
- Laptop ensemble showcase (10am & 1pm)
- Computer vision demonstration
- STEM Scavenger Hunt
- Meet our student associations!
What you can study
Whether you're a school leaver, international student, lifelong learner, or in business, at ANU you will get the most out of your studies. Browse all of our programs in engineering, computing, and cybernetics.
Why study engineering, computing, and technology at ANU
Top 5 in Australia and Top 75 in the world for Computer Science and Engineering (ARWU Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020).
Learn from world-class academics. Information and Computing Sciences research – including Artificial Intelligence & Image Processing, Computation Theory and Mathematics, and Computer Software – at ANU is rated well above world standard (Australian Government Excellence in Research for Australia Report 2018).
Focus on the big picture. We take a unique multidisciplinary systems approach to learning, engineering smarter and healthier living environments
Make a diference with social impact engineering. ANU is a leader of humanitarian engineering education in Australia, and was the first university to offer a dedicated humanitarian engineering elective.
Shape the future of the internet. ANU plays a major role in the future development of the Web, as host of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Australia Office.
Access state-of-the-art facilities. The ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science is home to a range of world-class facilities used for research and teaching. Discover our campus and facilities »
Future-proof yourself with real world experiences. Through our industry connections we offer internship and work experience opportunities. Our TechLauncher and Engineering Capstone programs will also see final year undergraduate and postgraduate students work with real-life clients to turn ideas into reality.
Health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives to support you while you study. Our services include academic skills training, careers centre, mentoring, counselling, campus security, and access and inclusion supports. We support women and gender diverse people in STEM disciplines, through scholarships, mentoring, support groups and more. The Tjabal Indigenous Higher Education Centre provides a meeting place and support base for First Nations students and staff.
Join student clubs and associations. There are over 150 ANU clubs and societies; with sports, cultural activity, and social communities ready and waiting for you. This includes the Engineering Student Association, Computer Science Student Association, Engineers Without Borders, Robogals Canberra, ANU Rocketry, Fifty50, ANU Solar Car Racing, and ANU Formula Sport team.
Solar Racing at ANU
"Four years ago I was in your shoes, applying for universities but couldn’t make it to campus for Open Day. In the hope of showing you a better virtual experience, we've put together a video introducing you to one of my favourite things at the ANU: the solar racing team."
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