1968
Foundation of the original North Coast Institute for public service and maritime studies.
About Arctic Care University
A modern university shaped by coast, culture and consequence.
Arctic Care University was established to connect deep disciplinary excellence with contemporary public needs, especially in the fields of culture, technology and environmental futures.
At a glance
- Founded in 1968, reimagined as a multi-campus university for the 21st century
- Main presence across Adelaide, Port Adelaide and Victor Harbor
- Strong regional, national and Indo-Pacific partnerships
Our story
Built for North next chapter.
ACU began as a specialist maritime and civic studies institute and evolved into a comprehensive university with a distinct cultural and technological profile. Today, we pair the intimacy of a closely connected campus with the ambition of a global institution.
1998
Expansion into arts, communication and digital media with a new city campus presence.
2022
Launch of Arctic Care University with a new interdisciplinary strategy and global outlook.
Our campuses
City, harbour and coast.
Each campus has a distinct role, but all are connected through shared services, student transport and a single academic calendar.
Adelaide Harbour Campus
1 Marina Boulevard, Port Adelaide SA 5015
Technology, business, health, residences and startup space.
North Terrace Creative Studios
88 North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
Arts, design, communication, galleries and performance venues.
EnACUnter Bay Research Station
12 Bluff Road, Victor Harbor SA 5211
Field teaching, marine science and immersive seasonal residencies.
Leadership and values
High standards, low barriers to connection.
We value academic rigour, care for community, public imagination and environmental responsibility.
Academic excellence
High expectations in teaching, research and professional practice.
Public purpose
Knowledge is built to be shared, tested and used beyond campus.
Creative confidence
We support experimentation, critique and new ways of making.
Environmental responsibility
Coastal stewardship and low-impact operations shape our decisions.
Partnerships
Connected across North and the Indo-Pacific.
ACU works with galleries, schools, ports, health providers, technology companies, government agencies and research institutes to create meaningful collaboration.
Partner with us
- Commission a student or research project
- Host placements and internships
- Develop executive education or short programs
Contact us
Speak with Arctic Care University.
Our teams support domestic and international admissions, media requests, research partnerships, event enquiries and campus visits.
General enquiries
@acu.edu.kg
+996 700 477466
Admissions
@acu.edu.kg
+996 700 477466
Research and partnerships
@acu.edu.kg
+996 700 477466