University of South Australia

The University of South Australia (UniSA) is ranked 29^th among the world's top young universities (2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50). It is also ranked in the top 5 in Australia for quality education in the 2022 THE University Impact Rankings. The university is home to over 37,000 students, including international students from over 140 countries.

Based in Adelaide, the university offers over 200 degrees across education, business, IT, law, arts, health sciences and engineering. Available at undergraduate, postgraduate and research levels, its degrees facilitate innovation.

The university has academic partnerships with prestigious universities across the world. It also has dedicated research institutes with 100 per cent of its assessed research rated world class by the 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) survey.

In the 2022 THE Young University Rankings, the university's teaching quality was ranked in the top 15 among young universities nationally. The university is home to one of the most internationally diverse academic staff in Australia (QS World University Rankings 2021), 76 per cent of whom hold a PhD (2021 Department of Education and Training Staff Data).

The university has been ranked as number one in South Australia for its student experience and student satisfaction in the ComparED (QILT) Student Experience Survey (2019-2020).

Ranked in the top twenty in Australia for employer satisfaction (QILT 2021 Employer Satisfaction Survey), the university also ranked first in South Australia for graduate careers (ComparED QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey in 2019-21). The university is in the top five in Australia for developing work-ready skills (CompareED QILT Student Experience Survey, 2019-20). With over 500 international collaborations and more than 230,000 alumni, it provides an excellent platform for its students to graduate career ready.

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.

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.

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

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).

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.
• 2^nd 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.

The university has a dedicated career services team to support students in achieving their career goals. There are a wide range of services, resources, and tools to help students plan their career, prepare for the workplace, connect to industry and find a job in their chosen field.

Career development learning

The university's career services has developed a complex career development learning programme that is designed to educate and empower students to develop, plan and manage their careers.

Career development planning

Career development planning will enable students to plan and manage their career with the skills and knowledge required to gain employment on graduation.

UniSA CareerHub

CareerHub is a career board that promotes part-time, full-time, casual work, as well as volunteering opportunities.

UniSA+

UniSA+ is an employability award available to all students to develop their skills, experience and knowledge that employers are seeking in graduates. Students who complete the essential requirements are awarded a certificate of achievement signed by the vice-chancellor.