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Federation University Australia
CRICOS: 00103D
Federation University Australia
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| Established: 1870 | Campuses: 5 in Australia

Why Choose Federation University Australia?

Key Academic Strengths

Key Academic Strengths

Nursing and Healthcare
Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Mining)
IT & Cyber Security
Business, Social Sciences, Education

Industry Connections

Industry Connections

Work placements with IBM, major hospitals, and Australia’s largest regional tech park
National partnerships with employers and Victorian government agencies

Global Outlook

Global Outlook

Exchange programs and international research partners
Courses recognized worldwide; flexible options for global mobility

Teaching Approach

Teaching Approach

Small classes, interactive learning, personal mentoring
Focus on employment skills and real-world experience
Expert Tip: The Co-operative Model gives you a guaranteed paid placement, making you job-ready before graduation.

Student Outcomes

Student Outcomes

#1 in Victoria for full-time postgraduate employment (95% rate)
#2 in Victoria for undergraduate employment (80.8% rate)
Strong support and industry accreditations for Nursing, Engineering, and IT degrees

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Federation University Australia

Rankings &
Achievements

QS Ranking

#771

QS Sustainability

QS Ranking

#401–500

THE

QS Ranking

#175

THE Young

Campus Locations

Ballarat – Mt Helen (Main Campus)
Ballarat – Mt Helen (Main Campus)

A spacious bushland campus just outside Ballarat, with a classic “main uni” feel—major teaching spaces, student services, cafés, and a strong campus community.

Ballarat – SMB (School of Mines Ballarat)
Ballarat – SMB (School of Mines Ballarat)

Federation’s original historic campus (est. 1870) in central Ballarat—close to shops, cafés and transport, with a city-style study vibe.

Ballarat – Camp Street
Ballarat – Camp Street

A creative arts hub with visual art studios, a professional gallery and performance spaces—ideal for students who want an immersive creative campus experience.

Ballarat – Gillies Street
Ballarat – Gillies Street

Set near the Ballarat Botanical Gardens and wetlands—well suited to hands-on learning areas like horticulture and agriculture in a calm, green environment.

Berwick (Greater Melbourne)
Berwick (Greater Melbourne)

A modern campus in Melbourne’s south-east (Berwick) offering a metro-connected study experience while still keeping a close-knit campus feel.

Gippsland (Churchill)
Gippsland (Churchill)

A lakeside campus set on a large green site in Churchill, with student essentials on campus (library, café, gallery, sporting facilities) and a relaxed regional lifestyle.

Melbourne City
Melbourne City

A CBD-based study location for students who want to learn in the heart of Melbourne, close to public transport, business districts and professional networks.

Wimmera (Horsham)
Wimmera (Horsham)

A smaller regional campus in Horsham offering a community-first learning environment—ideal for students who prefer quieter study settings and strong local support.

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Course Highlights

Program

Duration

Annual Fees (AUD)

Intakes

PSW Eligibility

Bachelor of Nursing

3 years

$30,400

Feb, Jul

Yes (2 years)

Bachelor of Information Systems

3 years

$24,000

Feb, Jul

Yes (2 years)

Master of Project Management

2 years

$28,800

Mar, Jul, Nov

Yes (3 years)

Bachelor of Engineering

4 years

$28,800

Feb, Jul

Yes (up to 3 years)

MBA

2 years

$28,800

Mar, Jul, Nov

Yes (up to 3 years)

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Popular Study Areas

Nursing & Health Sciences
Nursing & Health Sciences
Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Mining)
Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Mining)
Information Technology & Cyber Security
Information Technology & Cyber Security
Business & Management
Business & Management
Education & Social Work
Education & Social Work
Science & Environmental Management
Science & Environmental Management

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Entry Requirements

Undergraduate:
  • Indian Year 12 (CBSE/ISC/HSC) with min. 60–65% in best four subjects
  • Program-specific prerequisites (eg. Maths for Engineering, Science for Nursing)
  • Minimum age: 18 at CoE issuance
Postgraduate:
  • Recognized bachelor’s degree (min. 50–55%) in relevant field
  • Work experience or portfolio may be required for some programs
English Requirements:
  • Undergraduate: IELTS 6.0 (no band <6.0), TOEFL iBT 69, PTE 50
  • Postgraduate: IELTS 6.5 (no band <6.0), TOEFL iBT 79 (Writing 21), PTE 60
  • Nursing: IELTS 7.0 (each band), TOEFL iBT 94 (Speaking/Writing 24+), PTE 65 (each skill)

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Scholarships at Federation University Australia

Federation Merit Scholarship
Federation Merit Scholarship

20% tuition fee reduction for students with 75%+ in prior studies; automatic assessment

Vice-Chancellor's Award
Vice-Chancellor's Award

50% tuition fee scholarship for outstanding achievers from Asia and China; competitive, application and interview required

Early Bird Bursary
Early Bird Bursary

AUD $3,000 discount (third semester), for applicants accepting early offers

Accommodation Scholarship
Accommodation Scholarship

Up to $1,000 per semester for university residence, available at Ballarat, Berwick, and Gippsland

Paid Placement Support
Paid Placement Support

Up to $10,000 for undergraduates/$5,000 for postgraduates to offset costs of required work placements

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Student Support Services

Academic
Academic

Peer Support Desk, Learning Skills Advisers, 24/7 assignment help, and FedReady skill-boosting courses

Career
Career

Internship placements, resume/CV building clinics, employer networking via CareerHub

Wellbeing
Wellbeing

Free professional counseling, onsite clinics, hardship grants, and spiritual support

Campus Life
Campus Life

50+ clubs and societies, regular events, sports leagues, well-equipped residences with student communitie

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