All UC students can use Adobe Express for free, while students in creative disciplines can request free access to Adobe Creative Cloud.
At the University of Canberra, we empower students to thrive in a digital world by providing access to cutting-edge tools through our Adobe Creative Campus. Whether you’re telling a story through visuals, building a portfolio, or exploring new creative possibilities, UC students have the resources to turn ideas into reality.
All UC students have access to Adobe Express, a powerful, easy-to-use platform for creating stunning content. For those in creative disciplines, you can also request access to Adobe Creative Cloud, the same suite of professional tools used by top creatives around the world.
Free access for all UC students
Certified Adobe Badges
Earn badges that will help you stand out to potential employers by taking courses that demonstrate your skills in visual design, social media and more.
Adobe Express is available to all UC students and makes it simple for you to create high-quality visuals and multimedia content. Whether you’re working on social media posts, presentations, or video projects, Express gives you everything you need to make your ideas shine.
This platform offers thousands of customisable templates and powerful AI-driven features like Adobe Firefly, helping you bring your creative ideas to life without needing to be a design expert.
All UC staff and students have access to Adobe Express using their staff or student accounts.
Access to Creative Cloud is available upon request from our IT Service Desk to students in courses that require these professional tools.
Unsure if you have access to the Creative Cloud? Chat with your unit convenor.
Learning to use Creative Cloud gives you a head start in developing skills that are highly valued by employers and helps you build a standout portfolio for your future career.
First and only Adobe Creative Campus in Canberra
One of only seven in Australia.
Practical workshops
Learn from the experts. Get design, video, and social media advice from Adobe Express Creators.
Free access for all UC students and staff
Free access to Adobe Express for all students and staff + access to Adobe Creative Cloud for all staff and some creative units.
First and only Adobe Creative Campus in Canberra
One of only seven in Australia.
Practical workshops
Learn from the experts. Get design, video, and social media advice from Adobe Express Creators.
Free access for all UC students and staff
Free access to Adobe Express for all students and staff + access to Adobe Creative Cloud for all staff and some creative units.
Adobe Express is a web-based design platform that makes it easy to create professional-quality content like graphics, videos, and presentations. It’s built for non-designers and comes with customisable templates, AI-driven features, and tools for social media, branding, and more.
All UC students can access Adobe Express by logging in with their UC credentials from the following webpage.
Yes! Adobe Express works on both mobile devices and desktop computers, allowing you to create and edit on the go.
Not at all! Adobe Express is designed for anyone, with intuitive tools and templates that make it easy to create professional-looking content without any design background.
Adobe Creative Cloud is a collection of over 20 professional apps for creating photos, videos, designs, websites, and more. It includes tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro, which are used in industries ranging from marketing to media production.
Creative Cloud is available by request to students in courses that require these tools. You can request access through our IT Service Desk.
Creative Cloud works on Mac, Windows, and mobile devices. View detailed system requirements.
Yes! You can activate Adobe Creative Cloud on two computers and up to five mobile devices. Learn about activating Adobe Creative Cloud.
UC has plenty of support in place to help you make the most of your Adobe tools.
- Library and Study Skills: For enquiries and support
- IT Service Desk: For Adobe Creative Cloud access and installation guidance
- Adobe library guide: A quick guide to Adobe's products
- ASK Advisors: Drop into the library on campus or online for one-on-one support
- Adobe Help Centre: FAQs, troubleshooting, and guides
- Creative Cloud Learning Resources: Tutorials and step-by-step guides on using Creative Cloud apps
- Adobe YouTube Channel: The latest tips, tutorials, and live events
- Acrobat Pro Tutorials: Easy-to-follow tutorials