Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA)
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ADFA. Where It All Begins.
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ADFA. Where It All Begins.
What is ADFA?
Forged from a unique partnership between the ADF and the University of New South Wales, ADFA in Canberra offers world-class education plus cutting-edge military and leadership training. It’s where you can undertake military training while being paid to study for a world-class undergraduate degree.
As an ADFA student, you’ll receive a great salary plus full medical and dental cover and have all your tuition fees and student expenses covered by the ADF. You’ll graduate Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)-debt free and walk straight into a rewarding career in the Navy, Army or Air Force.
ADFA Benefits
STORIES FROM ADFA
Getting paid a salary means that we have a bit more freedom during our holidays to do fun activities like go to the snow.
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Midshipman Alise Hutchison
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Midshipman Alise Hutchison
Nowhere else in the country is there an institution, let alone a university, that offers this many opportunities for the ambitious.
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Officer Cadet Samantha May
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Officer Cadet Samantha May
I chose to study at ADFA for the unique lifestyle we have here. We live together and work together so it’s really fun.
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Officer Cadet Trishan Don Bernard
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Officer Cadet Trishan Don Bernard
TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR
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ADFA: A virtual tour
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ADFA: A virtual tour
How ADFA Works
ADFA open day
ADFA Open Day is run each year in August. Join us in Canberra or online to:
- learn about world-class UNSW degrees in Business, Arts, Science, Engineering, Computing and Cyber
- meet and hear from current Training Officers to learn about life on campus and
- see a variety of military and educational displays such as Air Force aircraft flyovers, Army parachute displays, Navy divers, abseiling, military vehicle displays, the ADFA Marching band and much more.
Register your interest below to stay informed and make sure you’re ready for ADFA Open Day 2025.
Army Officer
With world-class training, unlock your leadership potential to become a strong manager and decision-maker, commanding soldiers in one of many military specialisations.
Ways to enter role
Officer Entry: RMC - DuntroonOfficer Entry: ADFA
Electronics Engineer
Tackle highly varied engineering challenges on base and at sea, maintaining radar, sonar, communication and navigation systems, combat management systems and more.
Ways to enter role
Officer Entry: ADFAOfficer Entry: GraduateOfficer Entry: Undergraduate
Artillery Officer
Take command of artillery delivery and surveillance platforms, as part of the Combined Arms Combat team, using skills gained through world-class leadership training.
Ways to enter role
Officer Entry: RMC - DuntroonOfficer Entry: ADFA
Electronics Engineer - Cyber Systems
Lead a highly skilled team in maintaining and protecting advanced Air Force and Defence networks in the sky, in space and on the ground.
Ways to enter role
Officer Entry: ADFAOfficer Entry: GraduateOfficer Entry: Undergraduate
