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The University of Adelaide
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The University of Adelaide
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| Established: 1874 | Campuses: 3 in Australia

Why Choose The University of Adelaide?

World-Leading Artificial Intelligence

World-Leading Artificial Intelligence

Unprecedented specialization strength for an Australian regional university. Machine learning, deep learning, neural networks labs with direct partnerships to global tech firms and defense sectors. AI graduates recruited by Google, Microsoft, Amazon, local startups—South Australia emerging as Australia's AI innovation hub

Historic + Modern Combined

Historic + Modern Combined

University of Adelaide brings 175+ year prestige, 110 Rhodes Scholars, historic research excellence. University of South Australia brings modern industry focus, practical pathways, strong vocational accreditation. You access both heritage prestige and contemporary applied learning in one institution. Unique positioning: no other Australian merger of this scale combines research depth + vocational breadth.

Law Program

Law Program

Moot courts in CBD location (3km to courts); legal clinics; direct access to practicing lawyers, judges, law firms. Criminal law, commercial law, international law specializations with real-world project integration. Median starting salary AUD $73,000.

Affordable Study + Strong Employment in Australia's Cost-Friendly City

Affordable Study + Strong Employment in Australia's Cost-Friendly City

Living costs Adelaide: AUD $2,000–$3,200/month—30% cheaper than Sydney/Melbourne. Graduate median starting salary AUD $65,000; engineering AUD $75,000; dentistry AUD $94,400 (among Australia's highest). Employment rate 66.5%. Affordability + Career outcome = exceptional ROI. Part-time work (AUD $450–$700/week) easily covers living costs.

Extended Post-Study Work Rights

Extended Post-Study Work Rights

Engineering, IT, healthcare, teaching, psychology graduates qualify for extended 3–5 year post-study work visas (Subclass 485). PhD graduates: 3 years. This extended timeline gives more earning potential to recover tuition and transition to permanent residency. South Australia state nomination actively recruits international graduates in shortage areas.

Unique Wine Science & Viticulture Program at Waite Campus

Unique Wine Science & Viticulture Program at Waite Campus

Only South Australian university offering integrated viticulture + wine science with direct partnerships to Penfolds, major wineries, vineyard field research. Harvest season placements. Wine industry expertise in world-renowned wine region. Specialization unavailable at competitor universities.

Engineering 800+ Hour Industry Placements

Engineering 800+ Hour Industry Placements

Mandatory real-world placements in every engineering degree; design studios; professional accreditation; chemical engineering, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering specializations. Graduates enter workforce with demonstrated project experience, not just theory.

Generous Scholarship Portfolio

Generous Scholarship Portfolio

Global Academic Excellence Scholarship: 50% tuition reduction (highly competitive; automatic consideration). Global Citizens Scholarships: 15%–30% tuition reductions (automatic merit assessment). All merit scholarships assessed automatically during admissions—no separate application needed. Research scholarships: full fees + AUD $35,300+ annual stipend for PhD/Masters.

Adelaide as Australia's Rising AI & Tech Hub

Adelaide as Australia's Rising AI & Tech Hub

South Australian government investing heavily in quantum computing, AI research, startups. Graduates benefit from emerging tech job market with lower competition than Sydney/Melbourne. Defense sector presence creates unique career pathways for engineering/IT graduates.

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The University of Adelaide

Rankings &
Achievements

QS Ranking

#82

QS World Ranking 2026

QS Ranking

#128

THE World Ranking 2025

QS Ranking

#92

US News Ranking 2025–26

Campus Locations

North Terrace Campus
North Terrace Campus

Located in the historic inner city along North Terrace, the main campus combines 1874-era heritage buildings with modern research facilities. It offers a blend of academic depth and city convenience - just 3 km from Glenelg Beach and immersed in Adelaide’s arts, food, and wine culture.

Waite Campus
Waite Campus

A world-class hub for agricultural research, viticulture and wine science. Located in regional South Australia, the Waite Campus features field-based learning environments, vineyard partnerships and industry placements in the renowned wine region.

Mt Gambier
Mt Gambier

A smaller teaching hub in regional South Australia, focused on agriculture and community-integrated learning. Ideal for students seeking a regional lifestyle with close industry ties and locally embedded study environments.

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Course Highlights

Program

Duration

Annual Tuition (AUD)

Intakes

PSW Duration

Special Features

Bachelor of Arts

3 years

$39,000–$50,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

100+ majors; flexible degree; internships; study exchange options

Bachelor of Commerce/Business

3 years

$39,000–$50,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Industry placements; accounting/finance/marketing specializations; professional recognition

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

4 years

$50,000–$60,000

Feb, Jul

3–4 years (extended PSW eligibility)

800+ hour industry placements; civil, electrical, mechanical, chemical, process engineering; design studios; professional accreditation

Bachelor of Law (LLB/Honours)

4 years

$50,000–$60,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Moot courts; legal clinics; #8 globally (QS 2025); #1 in Australia; CBD location (3km to courts)

Bachelor of Science (Honours)

3 years

$42,000–$55,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Research-focused; biology, chemistry, physics, geology, data science specializations; advanced labs

Bachelor of Psychology

3 years

$42,000–$55,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Clinical psychology pathway; research emphasis; practicum placements; AHPRA accreditation pathway

Bachelor of Nursing

3 years

$35,000–$45,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Registered nurse pathway; teaching hospital clinical placements; healthcare shortage specialty

Bachelor of Design (Honours)

4 years

$42,000–$50,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Award-winning design studios; portfolio development; industry mentorships; real-world projects

Bachelor of Computing/Computer Science (Honours)

3 years

$42,000–$55,000

Feb, Jul

3–4 years (extended PSW for IT roles)

Programming, software engineering, cybersecurity, AI specializations; NCI facility access; tech partnerships

Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence (Honours)

3 years

$42,000–$55,000

Feb, Jul

3–4 years (extended PSW)

NEW #7 globally (US News 2025-26); machine learning, deep learning, neural networks; industry placements with tech firms, defense

Bachelor of Wine Science & Viticulture

3 years

$42,000–$55,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

UNIQUE specialization; Waite Campus-based; vineyard partnerships; harvest placements; South Australian wine industry integration

Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences (Honours)

3 years

$42,000–$55,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Viticulture, crop science, sustainable agriculture; Waite Campus; field-based learning; industry partnerships

Bachelor of Dentistry (Honours)

5 years

$70,000–$90,000

Feb (limited)

2 years

Clinical dentistry; teaching clinic; prosthodontics; #51 globally (US News); competitive entry

Bachelor of Architecture (Honours)

4–5 years

$42,000–$50,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Design studios; sustainable design focus; urban planning; portfolio development

Bachelor of Paramedicine (Honours)

3 years

$35,000–$45,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Emergency response training; clinical placements; hospital partnerships; healthcare shortage area

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

1.5–2 years

$45,000–$65,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Executive format; diverse cohort; 2+ years work experience recommended; GMAT/GRE preferred

Master of Engineering

1.5–2 years

$48,000–$65,000

Feb, Jul

3–4 years (extended PSW)

Research/professional streams; industry projects; civil, electrical, mechanical, AI specializations; extended PSW

Master of Laws (LLM)

1–2 years

$45,000–$58,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Commercial law, international law specializations; #8 globally (QS 2025); #1 in Australia

Master of Psychology (Clinical)

2 years

$50,000–$65,000

Feb (only)

2 years

AHPRA-accredited; clinical placements; competitive entry (7.0 IELTS, 3.5+ GPA)

Master of Wine Science & Viticulture

1.5–2 years

$42,000–$58,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

UNIQUE specialization; Waite Campus; vineyard industry partnerships; harvest placements

Master of Information Technology/Cyber Security

1.5–2 years

$42,000–$58,000

Feb, Jul

3–4 years (extended PSW for IT)

Cybersecurity, data analytics, AI specializations; NCI facility access; tech recruitment

Master of Applied Data Science

1 year

$42,000–$50,000

Feb, Jul

2 years

Growing specialization; industry projects; tech employer partnerships; high demand

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

3–4 years

Fees covered by scholarship; AUD $35,300+ annual stipend

Rolling

3 years

Full-time research; supervisor support; highly competitive; research scholarships cover full fees + living costs

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Popular Study Areas

Psychology
Psychology
Law
Law
Mathematics
Mathematics
Economics
Economics
Anthropology
Anthropology
Agriculture & Agricultural Sciences
Agriculture & Agricultural Sciences
Chemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Computer Science & Information Systems
Computer Science & Information Systems
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence
Physics & Astronomy
Physics & Astronomy
Architecture & Urban Design
Architecture & Urban Design
Archaeology
Archaeology
Dentistry
Dentistry

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Entry Requirements

Undergraduate:
  • Academic: India Class XII 70–85% (80–90% for competitive: Engineering, Law, Psychology, Dentistry); A-Levels BBC-AAB minimum; IB 24–38+ points
  • English: IELTS 6.5 overall (no band <6.0); 7.0+ for Nursing, Dentistry, Psychology. TOEFL iBT 79 (100 for Nursing/Dentistry); PTE 58 (73 for Nursing/Dentistry)
  • Prerequisites: Chemistry + Biology (Dentistry, Nursing); Mathematics (Engineering); subject-specific requirements vary
Postgraduate:
  • Academic: Bachelor degree 65%+ GPA (3.5+ on 7.0 scale); Honours preferred for specialized masters
  • English: IELTS 6.5–7.5 depending on program (MBA 7.0+; Law/Health 7.0–7.5); TOEFL iBT 79 (MBA 90; Law/Health 100); PTE 58 (MBA 73; Law/Health 73)
  • Work Experience: MBA requires 2+ years professional experience (3+ years management experience preferred); 5+ years for executive MBA
  • Additional: GMAT/GRE required for MBA (600+ preferred); recommended for Masters Engineering/Business/Computing; interviews required for competitive programs (MBA, Psychology clinical, design portfolios)

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Scholarships at The University of Adelaide

Global Academic Excellence Scholarship (50%)
Global Academic Excellence Scholarship (50%)

200+ scholarships available; highly competitive; full duration award; no separate application needed; renewable if GPA maintained

Global Citizens International Scholarship (30%)
Global Citizens International Scholarship (30%)

Automatic consideration; renewable with academic progress (6.0 GPA minimum)

Global Citizens International Scholarship (15%)
Global Citizens International Scholarship (15%)

Widest accessibility tier; automatic consideration;

Country-Specific Excellence Scholarships (Vietnam, Taiwan, Colombia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh)
Country-Specific Excellence Scholarships (Vietnam, Taiwan, Colombia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh)

Priority for exceptional merit from target nations; highest tier for these countries

Research Training Program Scholarship (RTPS)
Research Training Program Scholarship (RTPS)

Australian Government-funded; highly competitive; 3–4 year tenure

Faculty-Specific Scholarships
Faculty-Specific Scholarships

Faculty-dependent; check college websites; often automatic for high achievers

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Student Support Services

International Team
International Team

Visa support, cultural integration, and accommodation guarantees.

Academic Support
Academic Support

Tutoring, writing workshops, and 24/7 library access.

Wellbeing
Wellbeing

Free counseling, medical clinic, and 24/7 crisis support.

Campus Life
Campus Life

260+ clubs, sports facilities, and residential communities.

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