Overview

The University of South Australia (UniSA) is a globally recognised institution offering over 200 world-class degrees to students from around the world.

　　The University is based in the beautiful city of Adelaide – a city which has been ranked as one of Australia's most liveable cities by the 2022 Economist Intelligence Unit's Global Liveability Index.

　　The university boasts two city centre campuses, two further metropolitan campuses near the city and two more regional campuses out of the city, with state-of-the-art facilities across all sites.

　　The university was awarded five-stars for excellence in the categories of research, employability, teaching, facilities, internationalisation, inclusiveness and innovation, capped off by an overall five-star plus rating in the 2022 QS Stars Ratings.

　　Ranked 29th in the world's top 50 under 50 universities (2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50), the university offers a wide range of degrees. It also welcomes a vast international student community of almost 6,000 among a student body of over 37,000 and has global connections with 87 partner institutions around the globe.

　　This young, growing institution has invested heavily in infrastructure totalling over AUD 400 million in recent years. This gives students access to world-class learning spaces and technologies to take advantage of the opportunities offered.

　　The university has developed a first-class profile for research, working in collaboration with organisations both locally and internationally, with 100 per cent of assessed research rated at world level or above by the 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) survey.

　　Recognised as one of Australia's most internationally diverse universities for academic teaching staff (QS World University Rankings 2021) the university provides an education focused on creating the next generation of creative minds in an industry-connected and globally enterprising university.

　　

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Rankings

The university has been internationally recognised in several prestigious rankings. This includes:

　　Ranked in the world's Top 50 universities under the age of 50 - ranked #29, 2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50 and ranked #46, 2022 THE Young University Rankings. Top 5 in Australia for Quality Education - ranked equal 5th, 2022 THE University Impact Rankings Top 2 in Australia for graduate employability - ranked #2, 2021 QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey – Graduate Employability Skills Indicator. Public universities. Top 5 in Australia for developing work-ready skills - ranked #4, ComparED (QILT) Student Experience Survey 2019-20 – Skills Development Indicator (Undergraduate). Public universities. 2nd in Australia for industry research income (THE World University Rankings 2022) UniSA has also been awarded a five star plus rating by the 2022 QS Stars Ratings, the highest score possible. It received this score because it demonstrated excellence in research, employability, teaching, facilities, internationalisation, inclusiveness, and innovation.

　　

Teaching quality

There are many reasons to study at the University of South Australia and excellent teaching quality is one of them.

　　The university makes the study experience relevant and students can learn from extremely qualified academics and industry professionals. The university has Australia's most internationally diverse academic staff and the degrees are designed in partnership with industry. It enjoys a rating of five-stars for excellence for its teaching quality in the 2022 QS Stars Ratings.

　　Teaching at the university is industry-informed, and degrees are aligned with the latest industry trends and demands. Students learn from award winning teachers and have the opportunity to work on real-world issues and become career ready.

　　Students have access to world-class learning spaces with modern technologies, along with up-to-date research facilities and more.

　　

Department structure

UniSA comprises seven academic units which focus on equipping students to meet the future needs of society and industry.

　　

UniSA Allied Health and Human Performance

UniSA Allied Health and Human Performance produces future health professionals who can make valuable contributions. Through its research, it addresses health needs across the globe, and works with the community and industry to solve important challenges in the health sector.

　　

UniSA Business

UniSA Business creates leaders equipped with knowledge and skills that can shape business, industry, and more. Its research programs deal with contemporary challenges in industry and students will benefit from its expertise in modern business practice with its global partners.

　　

UniSA Clinical & Health Sciences

UniSA Clinical & Health Sciences addresses society's most critical emerging health needs through its quality teaching and research excellence. Its graduates translate its research into healthcare strategies to successfully contribute to a healthier society.

　　

UniSA Creative

UniSA Creative equips students with the skills to meet industry demands of the future and influence the cultural landscape. Its research explores global complexities and helps produce human-centred solutions.

　　

UniSA Education Futures

UniSA Education Futures produces education professionals who will play crucial roles in the development and learning of children, young people and adults. Its research helps produce new approaches in the constantly evolving education sector.

　　

UniSA Justice and Society

UniSA Justice and Society offers a range of study options and conducts world-class research in the fields of law, social work, psychology, human services and social sciences.

　　

UniSA STEM

UniSA STEM harnesses connections across technology, engineering, science, and mathematics for ground-breaking developments and innovative solutions.

　　

Entry requirements

Students should find the degree of study that interests them and check its entry requirements.

　　Undergraduate students must have successfully completed an Australian Year-12 equivalent programme in their home country or a recognised Pathway or Foundation Studies Programme.

　　Postgraduate students must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree that is the international equivalent of one obtained from a recognised higher institution in Australia and some qualifications may require professional work experience. The university offers both coursework and research degrees at the postgraduate level.

　　Students must then apply online using the university's international application system, an easy to use online application form. Students can track the progress of their application throughout the submission, assessment, offer and acceptance stages. This system also allows the users to download offer documents, submit acceptance and make a payment through the secure online system.

　　

Undergraduate

TOEFL - 60 iBT (Internet based), not less than 18 in reading and writing IELTS (Academic) - 6.0 overall with a 6.0 in reading and writing

Postgraduate

TOEFL - 79 iBT (Internet-based), not less than 18 in reading and writing IELTS (Academic) - 6.5 overall with a 6.0 in reading and writing

　　

Facilities

Campuses are equipped with cutting-edge facilities, which include modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories and areas that simulate the actual work environment. Students have access to new technologies and a fully interactive online learning platform.

　　

Library resources

The university's campus library provides easy access to a wide range of resources including books, electronic journals, databases and more. The university also has private group learning spaces available and can connect to free Wi-Fi.

　　

Student accommodation

Adelaide has a variety of accommodation options to suit a range of student budgets and lifestyle. The university has a dedicated accommodation service with support staff to help students find the right fit.

　　

24/7 online learning

Its interactive online learning environment provides support for learning, virtual classrooms, lecture recordings and more. It's part of the comprehensive digital learning strategy, and available to students 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

　　

Scholarships & funding

More than 2,500 students at the University of South Australia benefit from scholarships and grants worth millions of dollars every year.

　　

Vice Chancellor's international excellence scholarship

Students will receive a 50 per cent reduction in their tuition fees for up to four years of full-time study.

　　Students are encouraged to submit the scholarship application form at the same time as their degree application if they think they are eligible.

　　

International merit scholarship

Students will receive a 15 per cent reduction in their student contributions (tuition fees) for the duration of their chosen degree. Students will be automatically assessed when applying for an eligible programme.

　　

Australian government scholarships (Australia Awards)

Australia Awards scholarships are prestigious worldwide scholarships and fellowships, funded by the Australian Government, presenting the next generation of global leaders an opportunity to undertake study, research and professional development.

　　The University of South Australia is partnered with the Australian government to help provide students with a valuable opportunity to learn.

　　

Sponsored students

The University of South Australia hosts students from around 50 different international sponsors.

　　Sponsored students receive funding from their home government, university or employer to study at the university. Tuition fees are generally paid to the university by the sponsor on the student's behalf and a living allowance may also be paid to the student.

　　

Scholarships for international research students

A few key scholarships are available to international applicants in any discipline. These include the university-wide scholarships and the Endeavour Awards (open to students from some countries).