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Your options
Much will depend on whether you are still at school, or already studying for a degree. Choose what works best for you here.
Opportunities for the degree qualified
Whether you are a recent graduate or in the middle of your career, a degree could fast-track you into an Officer role.
Where are you at?
Select your current status to see the education-based options available to you.
School
It's never too early to start thinking about becoming an Officer in the Army. A degree can fast-track you into an exciting Officer role, and there are two ways to have your uni fees paid for by the ADF.
Australian Defence Force Academy
Receive military and leadership training in parallel with your university studies, choosing from a wide range of UNSW degree courses at ADFA in Canberra.
Defence University Sponsorship
Study a relevant degree at your choice of accredited university, have your course fees paid from your appointment, earn a salary as you learn, and walk straight into a guaranteed job in the ADF.
University
Start thinking ahead to the excellent career opportunities available to graduates in the Army, complete with a lifestyle that's hard to beat.
Defence University Sponsorship
If you're studying a relevant degree at an accredited university, have your remaining course fees paid, earn a salary as you learn, and walk straight into a guaranteed job in the ADF.
Graduate Entry
If your degree isn't on the sponsorship list it could still fast-track you into a rewarding Officer role, with leadership and professional development training.
Finished University
Whether it's your first job out of uni, or you're looking for a more exciting avenue for your qualifications, the Army offers excellent opportunities.
Graduate Entry
Join the Army degree-qualified and you can be fast-tracked straight into a rewarding Officer role; with vocational, leadership and professional development training.
Like some guidance?
If you're undecided about which route to take, a chat with a recruiter could really help. You can call us, send an enquiry, or visit your local ADF Careers Centre.