The University of Adelaide (2024)

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Since its establishment in 1874 the University of Adelaide has been amongst Australia's leading universities. Studying at the University of Adelaide means being part of a rich tradition of excellence in education and research, with world-class academic staff and a vibrant student life. Adelaide has a fine tradition of exemplary scholarship and ground-breaking research, and its unique relationship with industry and other organisations ensures that our research expertise is translated into tangible benefits for the global community. Adelaide's research is at the leading edge of knowledge, with research earnings consistently the highest per capita of any Australian university. Analysis of publication and citation impact shows that the University is ranked in the top 1% in the world in 11 research fields. An innovative and forward-looking University, Adelaide has major strengths in health sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, information technology and telecommunications, food and wine, environmental sciences and social sciences. At the heart of the University's vision, achievement and impact is our commitment to excellence, our sense that a focus on the experience of the student is fundamental, and our belief that research intensity and innovative, high quality teaching have a symbiotic relationship that underpins and characterises the finest universities in the world.

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Since its establishment in 1874 the University of Adelaide has been amongst Australia's leading universities. Studying at the University of Adelaide means being part of a rich tradition of excellence in education and research, with world-class academic staff and a vibrant student life. Adelaide has a fine tradition of exemplary scholarship and ground-breaking research, and its unique relationship with industry and other organisations ensures that our research expertise is translated into tangible benefits for the global community. Adelaide's research is at the leading edge of knowledge, with research earnings consistently the highest per capita of any Australian university. Analysis of publication and citation impact shows that the University is ranked in the top 1% in the world in 11 research fields. An innovative and forward-looking University, Adelaide has major strengths in health sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, information technology and telecommunications, food and wine, environmental sciences and social sciences. At the heart of the University's vision, achievement and impact is our commitment to excellence, our sense that a focus on the experience of the student is fundamental, and our belief that research intensity and innovative, high quality teaching have a symbiotic relationship that underpins and characterises the finest universities in the world.

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Bachelor

Master

Total students

22,349

International students

10,097

Total faculty staff

1,826

Student life

The University offers a range of support services to help students succeed.Friendly staff are available to help with a range of issues, from helping students manage their studies to assisting with enquiries relating to visa conditions or academic support. They also support students to address personal issues that may be affecting their studies, or simply help them adjust to their new life in Adelaide. In addition, doctors at our North Terrace campus Health Practice can provide students with year-round health support.

Our services include:

• International Student Support
• Careers Services
• Writing Centre
• Maths Learning Centre
• Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS)
• Counselling Support
• Disability Support
• Elite Athlete Support
• Student Health and Wellbeing
• Health Practice
• Library

The university offers a stimulating environment where students are encouraged to take part in a wide range of extracurricular activities. We offer a variety of social programs to make new friends whether it be special interest or social clubs to sporting clubs. To explore the depth of activities you can be involved visit.

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1. What is student life in Adelaide like?

Safe and relaxed, Adelaide is rankedas one of the world's most liveable cities*—and with a cost of living up to 14%lower than Sydney or Melbourne, it also comes in as one of Australia's mostaffordable mainland cities^.

Adelaide has a bustling, energeticcity centre and is renowned for its festivals, cultural life and sportingevents. With great shopping, beaches, a cafe culture, affordable studentaccommodation and friendly residents, Adelaide offers a relaxed lifestyle withall the convenience of city living.

To see what an average day on campuslooks like for one of our students, watch Phan's story . Or browse the experiences of some of ourother students here .

* Economist Intelligence Unit GlobalLiveability Index, 2021

^ Study Adelaide studyadelaide.com

2. What kind of support is available to help me during my studies?

1. TheUniversity offers a range of support services to help international studentssucceed.

Friendly staff are available to helpstudents manage their studies, assist with queries related to student visaconditions, academic support related to health or disability needs, supportstudents as they fit into their new life in Adelaide, and offer support toaddress personal issues that may affect their study or life. In addition,doctors at our North Terrace campus Health Practice can provide students withyear-round health support.

For more information on all thesupport services available, visit our website .

3. Are scholarships available?

The University of Adelaide iscommitted to providing educational opportunities for international students byoffering scholarships. For full details on each of our scholarships visit our website .

All scholarship details are subject tochange, so interested students are encouraged to check these websitesregularly.

4. How do I apply to study?

Thinking of studying at Adelaide butnot sure where to start?

For a comprehensive step-by-step guideon the University application process—from submitting your application toarriving in Adelaide for on-campus orientation—please visit ourwebsite .

To quickly pre-assess your suitabilityfor entry, you can use our Future Assistant Chatbot tool here.Or to speak with one of our friendly staff, you can submit a question via our webform or email.

Alternatively, you can also searchanswers to your questions on our knowledge base .

5. What opportunities are there to get hands-on industry experience during my studies?

From our industry-informed curriculum andpartnerships to professional placements and internship opportunities, we ensureyou’ll have every opportunity to enhance your employability throughout the duration of your studies. In most of our degrees students can undertake an internship—either as part of, orin addition to, their studies. Internships are a great way to develop industry connectionsand networks, prepare you for graduate work environments and provide you theopportunity to apply knowledge and skills into real-life situations.

Students undertaking certain degreeswill be required to complete an internship or clinical placements as part oftheir studies to meet professional accreditation requirements. Our AlliedHealth students, for example, complete over 800 hours’ of work-based trainingin a wide variety of healthcare settings and our Engineering students completepractical placements under the supervision of qualified, practicing engineers.