Avondale University

Avondale University (Avondale) is a leading not-for-profit provider of tertiary education, offering a range of undergraduate, postgraduate and vocational courses in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Established in 1897 by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Avondale values Excellence, Spirituality, Wellbeing, Integrity and Service. These core attributes are evident in our course offerings, extra-curricular activities, staff and student initiatives and our relationship with the wider community.

Avondale offers undergraduate, postgraduate and vocational (VET) courses across Arts, Business, Teaching, Nursing, Ministry and Theology and Outdoor Leadership. Avondale also has research centres leading the way in Lifestyle and Health; Christian Education; Scripture, Spirituality and Society; and Teaching and Learning.

Avondale caters for people of varied backgrounds who desire a Christian education. No test of religion, politics, race or gender is administered to determine admission as a student, the enjoyment of any benefits, advantages or privileges of the institution, or graduation.

Avondale’s campus locations speak to the importance of wellbeing and academic learning. Our main campus is in the picturesque City of Lake Macquarie, NSW, Australia and our nursing-specific campus is on the grounds of one NSW’s largest private hospitals in Wahroonga, Sydney.

Avondale is proud to be part of a worldwide educational network within the Seventh-day Adventist Church, that welcomes people of any or no faith background. This learning community includes schools, universities and colleges that prepare students for lifelong learning and a worldview of service.