Adelaide University

Created in 2026 from the merger of the University of Adelaide (founded 1874) and the University of South Australia; strong in health, engineering, wine science and agriculture.

Adelaide, Australia · QS World University Rankings 2027: 79

Known for

Admission

How students are selected: Ranked by ATAR or an equivalent selection rank per course; prerequisites apply. Most international students apply directly.
How to apply: Directly to the university or via the state admissions centre (UAC, VTAC, QTAC…)
Usual deadlines: Rolling for most international applicants; main intake February–March · all Australia deadlines
Teaching language: English

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