Adelaide University

Adelaide University is Australia’s new university for the future ranked in the global top 100.*

We are transforming higher education by combining face-to face learning with advanced digital technologies to create a flexible, student-centred experience. Degrees are designed to be stackable and personalised, supported by digital learning, industry partnerships, research opportunities and extensive work-integrated learning.

Whoever you are, wherever you are from, Adelaide University has the world-class disciplines, people and connections to support your academic journey.

*Ranked equal 82, 2026 QS World University Rankings

Adelaide University offers degrees across a variety of academic fields and the entry requirements for these degrees vary. Full details about the admission requirements and the many ways to gain entry into Adelaide University can be found here: adelaideuni.edu.au/study

Choose your preferences with confidence. Most Adelaide University degrees offer Guaranteed Entry scores. You’ll automatically receive an offer if you meet the set ATAR-based selection rank or Year 12 subject grades. There’s no need for a separate application. Some degrees have prerequisites and other eligibility criteria for entry that you also need to meet.

Some conditions apply when using Year 12 subject grades to achieve Guaranteed Entry. For grades achieved within the SACE or NTCET, subjects need to be 20-credit Stage 2 Tertiary Admission Subjects (TAS). Applicants also need to complete their SACE/NTCET qualification and achieve a base ATAR of 50 or higher (before any adjustment factors).

Whether you're looking to start, change or advance your career, Adelaide University’s suite of 100% online programs offer you the flexibility to fit study around your life.

Adelaide University brings together proven expertise in online education to deliver expert-led and industry-informed qualifications designed specifically for online learning.

For more information or to apply directly, visit Study 100% online.

Commonwealth supported places in all degrees are subject to quotas and applicants should note that even if they satisfy the admission requirements, they will be competing for a limited number of places for each program. Selection is based on the relative performance of applicants within the selection criteria (e.g. ATAR, grade point average (GPA) from previous tertiary study, etc) and, where applicable, performance in auditions or interviews.

Our fee-free Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway program will help you develop essential academic literacy and numeracy skills. As an introductory program to university, it aims to prepare you for success in future undergraduate study across the full range of degrees at Adelaide University. This pathway option is delivered in three blocks and can be completed in as little as six months (depending on prior qualifications and student’s choice of destination degree).

For further information, visit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway.

Don’t forget that high school students applying for university might also be eligible for adjustment factors. These are based on set equity factors and/or subject choices. They’re added to Year 12 results giving you a more competitive Selection Rank score, which can be confirmed by logging in to your mySATAC account.

If you’re offered a place at AU, you can choose to defer the start of your studies until the following year. There are some exceptions so check the individual program entries. Many programs also offer midyear entry if you cannot commit to the February start date.

Many degrees will grant advanced standing (credit) towards the requirements of the degree on the basis of corresponding studies completed at other institutions. This is particularly the case with studies taken at other universities, but some VET (Vocational Education and Training) studies are also accepted for credit towards university degrees.

Enrolment dates may vary from degree to degree. If you receive an offer of a place, you will be sent detailed instructions for enrolling online in that degree.

Adelaide University is committed to providing educational opportunities by offering a range of scholarships. We’re dedicated to ensuring students from all walks of life can access higher education. A scholarship could be the incentive you need to begin your academic studies, ensuring you’re prepared to step forward with confidence toward your career goals.

We’re here to support your studies and help you thrive at university – become the best you can be with an Adelaide University scholarship. 

To learn more about scholarships, visit Adelaide University scholarship.

Adelaide University sets you up for success in your studies – and your social life. Our campuses are equipped with purpose built facilities including lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform with personalised study information and resources.

You’ll also have access to work placement and internship opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events with guest speakers and more. With health services on campus, sport and fitness facilities, student clubs, technology zones and modern student lounges, you’ll have everything you need to live well and thrive during your studies.

Adelaide University proudly holds the largest campus footprint in South Australia, with five metropolitan and two regional campuses.

Adelaide City Campus
Where cutting-edge connects with tradition in the heart of the city, perfectly positioned on North Terrace in the city centre.

Magill Campus
Based in the leafy eastern suburbs, surrounded by lush parklands and featuring industry-standard facilities in Adelaide’s eastern suburbs.

Mawson Lakes Campus
Just 12 kilometres from the city centre, the campus is next to Technology Park, which is home to several global space, technology, and defence companies, many of which have partnered with the University

Waite Campus
Located on a sprawling 184 hectares, Waite campus is home to several agricultural, horticultural and viticultural industry partners and specialist facilities.

Roseworthy Campus
Just under an hour from the city centre, Roseworthy is home to our animal and veterinary science research and includes a fully operational livestock farm.

Mount Gambier Campus
Set in the scenic Limestone Coast region, our Mount Gambier campus offers contemporary learning facilities within South Australia’s largest regional city.

Whyalla Campus
Nestled in the coastal Eyre Peninsula region, our Whyalla campus is the largest regional university campus in South Australia and home to a number of discipline-specific learning facilities.

Adelaide is a great place to call home. It's safe, easy to navigate and offers excellent transport options. Consistently ranked one of the world’s most liveable cities, it’s also one of Australia’s more affordable cities. There are a wide range of accommodation options including:

• University managed student accommodation
• Purpose built student accommodation
• Residential colleges

Explore accommodation options by visiting: Accommodation | Why Adelaide | Adelaide University