ADFA is a unique partnership between the Department of Defence and the University of New South Wales. ADFA allows students to study at one of the world’s leading universities while undertaking cutting edge military and leadership training. The education and skills you will gain from your time at ADFA will set you up to face any challenge and perform on the world stage as a leader.

A world-class university

UNSW is one of Australia’s most respected universities, with an international reputation for outstanding academic programs and world-class research. UNSW is one of the ‘Group of Eight’ Universities and offers the best student-to-teacher university ratio in the country and best academic staff in their respective fields. So you can be sure that the degree you get will be of the highest standing. Learn More

Military Training

Over a three year period you’ll learn the fundamental knowledge, skills and attitude required to be an officer in the ADF. The military training program consists of two key components – Academy Military Education and Training (AMET) and Single Service Training (SST). Learn More