By every measure, the University of Adelaide—a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight research-intensive universities—stands tall among the world’s leading institutions of learning and innovation.
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About
History
The University of Adelaide was founded in 1874 with a noble goal: to prepare, for South Australia, young leaders shaped by education, rather than birth or wealth, in a settlement free of old-world social and religious inequalities.
Education
At the University of Adelaide, you will be studying in an environment that pursues excellence, values creativity, welcomes cultural diversity, and gives its graduates the opportunity to become global citizens.
Our degrees are world-class, infused with cutting edge research and technology that encourages critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork and communication. Our staff are forward thinkers who are national and international leaders in their field. This combined, our teaching and your learning, is our priority across our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in business, arts, health science, engineering, social sciences, education and the environment.Research
- Our internationally recognised researchers make history with each new discovery—accelerating human progress and making our world a better place. And with every question answered, another is asked: So, what's next?
- 67 research fields rated at or above world standard (Excellence in Research Australia 2018).
- 41 research fields achieved maximum rating 5 out of 5 (Excellence in Research Australia 2018).
University Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
74 -8
2022
66 7
2021
73
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
88 23
2022
111 7
2021
118
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
101
2021
101 50
2020
151
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
109 -1
2022
108 -2
2021
106
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
International Student Support provides the following services to all current international students of the University:
- Guidance throughout your chosen program of study
- Specialised advisory services for international students
- Referrals to relevant contacts inside and outside the University
- Advice and support relating to enrolment and Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) matters
- Social programs and promotion of activities for international students
Housing services
Operated by the University for the exclusive use of University of Adelaide students. The University of Adelaide understands that accommodation plays an important role in setting the foundation for academic success. University of Adelaide students have access to an impressive portfolio of University-managed student accommodation options, made available specifically to support a successful transition into University life.
The Village is the largest of the University-managed student accommodation options. Situated in Adelaide’s central business district in the dynamic Central Market and Chinatown precinct, The Village offers students a well-balanced University lifestyle.Library services
The University Library is here to help you succeed with your studies.
It's true that we have lots of books (and eBooks!). But we also have a range of other services and resources to help you with your study, from computers and scanners to individual study spaces and group study rooms.Medical services
Student Life Counselling Support provide free, confidential, short term professional counselling support to currently enrolled students, to address issues that may be affecting their study and life.
Student Life
Campus life
- The University has four campuses. Three in South Australia at North Terrace, Waite and Roseworthy and one in Melbourne, Victoria.
- Located in the heart of Adelaide, the main campus at North Terrace forms part of the city's cultural promenade surrounded by the state's art gallery, museum and library.
- Waite campus is located approximately seven kilometres from Adelaide. It is the home of the internationally renowned Waite Research Institute.
- Roseworthy campus is located approximately 50 kilometres north of the city.
Sports facilities
Sport has been an integral part of University life since the University Boat Club was founded in 1881.
Our sporting clubs promote healthy, active lifestyles and athletic excellence for our students, children in the South Australian community and our alumni.
The University Sports Fund (USF) provides grants to our sporting clubs and associations. These organizations play a very important role in:
- offering students universal access to sport
- fostering sporting excellence in children, young adults, men and women
- cultivating talented athletes to represent the University, state and country
Student clubs
- There are 4 student hubs at the University of Adelaide, offering an inspirational place for students to meet, study, make social connections and exchange ideas.
- The Students Hubs are about embracing the future of university life right in the heart of one of the most historic campuses in Australia. As the third oldest university in Australia, we have a much-loved historic sandstone front, but we also have a vibrant and exhilarating student heart. In 2011 Hub Central (the first hub) became the physical home for this heart, a front door to the North Terrace Campus, and a new meeting and learning space for all our students.
Accreditation
AACSB accreditation is the largest and most recognised specialised accreditation worldwide, for undergraduate and postgraduate business programs.
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