THE ADFA LIFESTYLE

You’ll find your classmates are from all over the country and from all different backgrounds. Yet everyone shares common attributes: the willingness to work hard, enjoy a challenge, adapt to new situations, be a team player and work with others to make things happen. And while academic pursuits are the focus of life at ADFA, there’s always plenty of time for fun with the new friends you’ll make during your time here.

Relax

Most people don't realise that being a member of the ADF is, in many ways, just like a regular job. Once your study commitments are complete, there's plenty of time to enjoy your free time. There are always lots of opportunities to socialise at ADFA. Regular social events are held both on and off campus, including formal mess dinners, sporting social functions and other social gatherings.

Time off and away

After the initial training period your time commitments will be very similar to that of a normal civilian university. And if you want to go home during your mid or end of year break, ADFA will pay your return fare twice every year.

Sport

There's never a dull moment at ADFA, it offers all sorts of exciting mental and physical challenges. ADFA has a fantastic sports program, allowing you to take part in just about any sport in the local area. Sport provides you with opportunities to meet and socialise with members of other teams. However, sports are not limited to team events: individual excellence in sports such as athletics, swimming, fencing, sailing and shooting is also encouraged. Participation in sport is not compulsory although involvement in at least one sport each season is strongly encouraged.