The Australian National University

Australia’s national university, shaping the future through world-leading research, education and global impact.

About Australian National University

The Australian National University (ANU) is a world-leading university in Australia’s capital city, Canberra. Its location points to its unique history, ties to the Australian Government and special standing as a resource for the Australian people. Its focus on research as an asset, and an approach to education, ensures its graduates are in demand the world-over for their abilities to understand, and apply vision and creativity to addressing complex contemporary challenges.

ANU offers an outstanding variety of programs for Australia's next generation of language leaders. Its innovative online subjects are offered from beginning to advanced levels via OUA, and various enrolment options provide for different student needs and goals.

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Australian National University rankings

Discover the achievements and recognitions that reflect ANU's strengths in teaching, student experience and graduate outcomes.

#4

in Australia on the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026.

#4

in Australia on the QS World University Rankings 2026.

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Subjects

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Study method
100% online
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Advanced Literary Chinese

UndergraduateANU-CHIN3015

Study method
100% online
Start dates
Starts 27 Jul 2026

Next enrolment closes 19 Jul

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Thai 1

UndergraduateANU-THAI1002

Study method
100% online
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Literary Chinese 2

UndergraduateANU-CHIN2021

Study method
100% online
Start dates
Starts 27 Jul 2026

Next enrolment closes 19 Jul

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Vietnamese 1

UndergraduateANU-VIET1002

Study method
100% online
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Tok Pisin 1

UndergraduateANU-TOKP1002

Study method
100% online
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Tetum 1

UndergraduateANU-TETM1002

Study method
100% online
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Sanskrit 1

UndergraduateANU-SKRT1002

Study method
100% online

Degrees

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Master of Regulation and Governance

PostgraduateANU-RGO-MAS

Become a leader in regulatory policy, governance and compliance

Bolster your governance skills and grow your global regulatory network. You’ll delve into special topics and complete a research project. Navigate complex social problems, manage risk, anticipate catastrophe. Take the next step in career progression.

Study method
100% online
Duration
Approx. 1.5 years full time or part time equivalent
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An overview of regulatory excellence

Formalise your skills and explore academic options in regulation and governance. First, study the policy and practice of regulation. Then explore contemporary challenges including technology governance and regulating nuclear capabilities.

Study method
100% online
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Master of Technology Governance

PostgraduateANU-TGO-MAS

Influence the future of technology across all sectors

Tackle complex questions around disruptive technology. You’ll study frameworks to govern big issues like machine learning and synthetic biology. Explore the landscape across government and business. Work towards equitable solutions.

Study method
100% online
Duration
Approx. 1.5 years full time or part time equivalent
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Frameworks to develop, use and share technology across all sectors

Build your awareness of technology’s economic benefits–and consider the risks that policy makers mitigate. You’ll cover contemporary issues including digital disruption. Think about compliance and defiance. Upskill or explore further academic options.

Study method
100% online
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