About the university
Acknowledge Education (AE) is a private provider that teaches higher education degrees, vocational diplomas, senior secondary (VCE) and English courses. Its main campus is on Exhibition Street in Melbourne, and it also has locations in Sydney, Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide. Its main areas are social work, community services, early childhood, nursing, construction management and civil construction design.
Indian students look at AE for the Master of Social Work (Qualifying), which carries conditional provisional AASW accreditation, and for lower-cost construction and nursing diplomas. AE is not a university and is not in world rankings. Note that the Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education is now online only and online students cannot get a Confirmation of Enrolment, and the Bachelor of Community Services has paused enrolments.
- Type
- Private provider of higher education, vocational (VET) and senior secondary courses
- Registration
- CRICOS 00197D; TEQSA PRV 12146; RTO 4112
- Locations
- Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide (courses vary by campus)
- Higher education intakes
- February, May and September
- Vocational intakes
- January, April, July and September for civil construction design; January and July for the Diploma of Nursing
- Accommodation
- Homestay through the Australian Homestay Network
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
- Fee / year
- A$26,200
- Duration
- 2 years (6 trimesters, full time)
- Intakes
- February; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 7.0 in each band (direct entry); 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 via the Graduate Certificate pathway
- Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate of Health and Community
- Fee / year
- A$12,300
- Duration
- 14 weeks (1 trimester, full time)
- Intakes
- February; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Construction Project Management
- Fee / year
- A$20,400
- Duration
- 3 years (24 units, full time)
- Intakes
- February; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$18,667
- Duration
- 18 months (six 10-week terms)
- Intakes
- January; July
- English
- NMBA standard: IELTS Academic 7 overall (7 in listening, reading and speaking, 6.5 in writing) or PTE Academic 63 with set section minimums
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Civil Construction Design (RII50520)
- Fee / year
- A$12,000
- Duration
- 15 months
- Intakes
- January; April; July; September
- English
- IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (as listed for the civil construction design pathway)
- Undergraduate
Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design (RII60520), Diploma pathway
- Fee / year
- A$12,000
- Duration
- 2 years (Diploma then Advanced Diploma)
- Intakes
- January; April; July; September
- English
- IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (AUD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Social Work (Qualifying) | 2 years (6 trimesters, full time) | A$26,200 | ≈ ₹17 lakh |
| Graduate Certificate of Health and Community | 14 weeks (1 trimester, full time) | A$12,300 | ≈ ₹8 lakh |
| Bachelor of Construction Project Management | 3 years (24 units, full time) | A$20,400 | ≈ ₹13.3 lakh |
| Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121) | 18 months (six 10-week terms) | A$18,667 | ≈ ₹12.1 lakh |
| Diploma of Civil Construction Design (RII50520) | 15 months | A$12,000 | ≈ ₹7.8 lakh |
| Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design (RII60520), Diploma pathway | 2 years (Diploma then Advanced Diploma) | A$12,000 | ≈ ₹7.8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Acknowledge Education with similar universities in Australia.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Year 12 or equivalent (Class 12 is assessed case by case) and a minimum age of 18.
- The Diploma of Nursing also needs a pre-training review and a language, literacy and numeracy assessment.
- The Bachelor of Construction Project Management currently takes only second-year pathway students with credit from relevant prior study.
Postgraduate
- Master of Social Work (Qualifying): a relevant three-year bachelor's degree with at least one year (8 units) of social and behavioural science study.
- With only four relevant units, you can enter through the Graduate Certificate of Health and Community first.
- A three-year Indian bachelor's degree is accepted where it is relevant (AQF Level 7 equivalent).
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (for postgraduate courses)
- English test score (taken within the last 24 months)
- Genuine Student statement and financial documents for the visa
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (diplomas and bachelor's) | Civil construction design: 5.5. Bachelor of Construction Project Management: 6.0 with no band below 5.5. |
| IELTS Academic (postgraduate) | Graduate Certificate: 6.5 with no band below 6.0. Master of Social Work direct entry: 7.0 in every band. |
| Diploma of Nursing | NMBA standard: IELTS Academic 7 overall (6.5 in writing) or PTE Academic 63 with set section scores. OET is not listed. |
| Other evidence | The Master of Social Work also accepts Year 12 or a higher qualification taught in English. Other courses say 'equivalent test' without naming PTE or TOEFL scores, so ask AE. |
Accommodation and living costs
AE has no student residence. Homestay and airport pickup are arranged through the Australian Homestay Network (AHN), whose prices are published on AHN's own site. AE's Your Care Team provides welfare support for students under 18.
| Item | In AUD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Parent nominated accommodation approvalFor students under 18; arranged by AE | A$250one-off | ≈ ₹16,250 |
| Higher education administration fee | A$250one-off | ≈ ₹16,250 |
| OSHC (Bupa single cover)Up to 12 months, as listed on AE's fee page | A$699per year | ≈ ₹45,435 |
Campus and location
AE's main campus is at Exhibition Street in Melbourne, with simulation labs for nursing. Degree and construction courses also run in Sydney and Perth, and some in Brisbane.
- Master of Social Work and Graduate Certificate taught in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth.
- Bachelor of Construction Project Management in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Brisbane.
- Diploma of Nursing in Melbourne only, with 440 hours of clinical placement.
- Master of Social Work includes at least 1,000 hours of professional practice.
Careers and graduate outcomes
The Master of Social Work has conditional provisional AASW accreditation, and Diploma of Nursing graduates can apply for registration as an Enrolled Nurse. See our Australia guide for post-study work rules.
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FAQs
How much is the Master of Social Work at AE?
About A$52,400 for the two years on the 2026 fee list (12 units at A$3,275 and 2 placement units at A$6,550), plus a A$250 administration fee.
Can I study early childhood education at AE on a student visa?
The Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education is now online only for new students, and AE says online students cannot get a CoE. Ask AE before you apply.
When are the intakes?
Higher education courses start in February, May and September. Civil construction design starts in January, April, July or September, and the Diploma of Nursing in January or July.
Is Acknowledge Education a university?
No. It is a private higher education and vocational provider (TEQSA PRV 12146, CRICOS 00197D) and is not in world university rankings.
Sources
- Acknowledge Education: 2026 international student fees (opens in a new tab)
- Acknowledge Education: courses (opens in a new tab)
- Acknowledge Education: Master of Social Work (Qualifying) (opens in a new tab)
- Acknowledge Education: Graduate Certificate of Health and Community (opens in a new tab)
- Acknowledge Education: Bachelor of Construction Project Management (opens in a new tab)
- Acknowledge Education: Diploma of Nursing (opens in a new tab)
- Acknowledge Education: Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education (opens in a new tab)
- Acknowledge Education: homestay and accommodation (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.acknowledgeeducation.edu.au (opens in a new tab)
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