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Why Choose The University of Adelaide?
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Rankings &
Achievements
#82
QS World Ranking 2026
#128
THE World Ranking 2025
#92
US News Ranking 2025–26
Campus Locations
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
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
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 |
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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
Clinical psychology, organizational psychology, cognitive science; research labs; clinical placements; AHPRA accreditation pathway
Law
Focuses on commercial law, international law, human rights, and advanced legal theory. Students benefit from moot courts in the CBD, legal clinics, and direct access to courts and top law firms due to the campus’s central location.
Mathematics
Covers pure and applied mathematics, statistics, and actuarial science. Students receive access to advanced computing laboratories and research-led teaching across theoretical and applied areas.
Economics
Specializations include microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and development economics. Strong policy research connections support career pathways in government, think tanks, and finance.
Anthropology
Focuses on cultural and social anthropology, archaeological study, and field research. Students participate in museum partnerships and archaeological field schools across Australia.
Agriculture & Agricultural Sciences
Features specializations in viticulture, wine science, crop science, and sustainable farming. Students train at Waite Campus with industry and vineyard partnerships and hands-on field research.
Chemical Engineering
Includes process engineering, biotechnology, and materials science. Students engage in lab-intensive learning and industry placements through engineering partners statewide.
Computer Science & Information Systems
Covers data science, AI, cybersecurity, and software engineering. Students access advanced computing infrastructure, including NCI facilities, preparing them for tech and defense sector employment.
Artificial Intelligence
Specializations include machine learning, deep learning, and neural networks. Students train in AI research labs and work on defense-tech and national innovation projects, making this one of Australia’s strongest emerging programs.
Physics & Astronomy
Includes astrophysics, materials physics, and applied physics research. Students gain access to state-of-the-art labs, observatories, and national research collaborations.
Architecture & Urban Design
Focus on sustainable design, urban planning, and design studio practice. Students build portfolios through real-world industry projects and award-winning studio environments.
Archaeology
Covers classical archaeology, field excavation, cultural heritage, and museum collaborative research. Practical fieldwork forms a major part of the training.
Dentistry
Practical training includes clinical dentistry, prosthodontics, and orthodontics. Students train in university teaching clinics with clinical rotations across hospitals.
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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
200+ scholarships available; highly competitive; full duration award; no separate application needed; renewable if GPA maintained
Automatic consideration; renewable with academic progress (6.0 GPA minimum)
Widest accessibility tier; automatic consideration;
Priority for exceptional merit from target nations; highest tier for these countries
Australian Government-funded; highly competitive; 3–4 year tenure
Faculty-dependent; check college websites; often automatic for high achievers
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Student Support Services
Visa support, cultural integration, and accommodation guarantees.
Tutoring, writing workshops, and 24/7 library access.
Free counseling, medical clinic, and 24/7 crisis support.
260+ clubs, sports facilities, and residential communities.
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