University of Adelaide College

PROFILE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE COLLEGE

locationAustralia

Ranked #82

QS World University Rankings

Ranked #128

Times Higher Education World University Rankings

Ranked #151 to 200

Academic Ranking of World Universities

The University of Adelaide College is a specialist pathway institution operated by Kaplan Higher Education that prepares international students for entry into undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the University of Adelaide and from 2026 at Adelaide University. It offers Foundation Studies, Degree Transfer, Pre Masters and English language programs delivered in small classes with extensive academic and welfare support on centrally located campuses in Adelaide and Melbourne. Students benefit from guaranteed progression to selected degrees on successful completion, access to the University of Adelaide facilities and services, and pathways into a globally ranked, Group of Eight research university.

ACHIEVEMENTS

The University of Adelaide, which receives graduates from the University of Adelaide College, is a Group of Eight member and one of Australias top research universities, known for pioneering womens access to higher education, producing Nobel laureates and Rhodes Scholars, and achieving top one percent global status with many subjects ranked in the world top 100.

  1. The destination university has five Nobel Prize laureates and more than one hundred Rhodes Scholars among its alumni and staff, demonstrating a long standing record of academic excellence that College students can join after progression.

  2. The University of Adelaide is recognised for 41 research fields rated well above world standard and multiple additional fields above or at world standard, supporting research informed degrees across many disciplines.

  3. The University ranks in the top 100 globally for numerous subjects including petroleum engineering, mineral and mining engineering, dentistry, anatomy and physiology and several other disciplines, giving College pathway students access to highly ranked academic areas.

FACILITIES

  • Classrooms and teaching rooms

  • Student common room and lounge

  • Academic support and student services offices

  • Access to University of Adelaide libraries and study spaces

  • Computer and technology resources

  • Student Support team

  • Career Central

  • Resource Centre and quiet rooms for study and rest

  • Sun filled student lounge and technology resources

LOCATION

Adelaide Campus

132 Grenfell Street, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

Melbourne Campus

Level at 370 Docklands Drive, Docklands, Melbourne VIC 3008, Australia

INTAKE & PROGRAMMED OFFERED

Intake

PRE UNIVERSITY

Janusry February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 5.5

UNDERGRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.5

POST GRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.0

Programmes

Pre University

  • Foundation Studies Program Standard

  • Foundation Studies Program Accelerated

  • Degree Transfer Program Extended, Adelaide, in Business and Economics, Computer Science and IT, Engineering, Health and Science

  • Degree Transfer Program Standard, Adelaide and Melbourne, in Business and Economics, Computer Science and IT, Engineering, Health and Science

  • Degree Transfer Program Accelerated, Adelaide and Melbourne, in Business and Economics

 

Undergraduate

  • Bachelor of Commerce

  • Bachelor of Economics

  • Bachelor of Finance

  • Bachelor of Information Technology

  • Bachelor degrees in Engineering, Health and Medical Sciences, Science, Architecture, Law

 

Postgraduate

  • Master of Accounting

  • Master of Accounting and Finance

  • Master of Applied Finance

  • Master of Finance

  • Master of Professional Accounting

TUITION FEE & LIVING COST

TUITION FEE

APPLICATION FEE

AUD 390

PRE UNIVERSITY

UNDER GRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

AUD 35,100 - AUD 53,000

AUD 42,500 - 60,000

AUD 19,200 - 51,500

Living Cost

Approximately 1,800 to 2,800 AUD per month including accommodation for an international student in Adelaide, based on an estimated 450 to 700 AUD per week for housing plus everyday expenses.

Living costs vary with lifestyle, room type and whether the student chooses university managed accommodation, purpose built student housing or private rental options.

ACCOMODATION

on-campus
The University of Adelaide Village

  • Benefits: university managed residence exclusively for University of Adelaide and College students, located close to city campus and public transport

  • Room: private bedrooms in shared apartments or townhouses with options for private or shared bathrooms

  • Facilities: common rooms, study spaces, internet access and on site support services

  • Price range: typical weekly rent falls within the mid range of Adelaide student accommodation prices for centrally located properties

off-campus
Yugo Adelaide City

  • Benefits: close to campus and city facilities, supportive residential community with events and activities

  • Room: range of studios and shared apartments designed for students

  • Facilities: high speed internet, study areas, recreational spaces, 24 hour security and shared kitchens and lounges

  • Price range: typically around the upper mid range of Adelaide student accommodation weekly rates for central locations

off-campus
Scape at University of Adelaide

  • Benefits: very short walking distance to classes, structured support suitable for younger students and strong community atmosphere

  • Room: mix of studios and shared apartments with private bedrooms

  • Facilities: communal lounges, study spaces, shared kitchens, laundry and on site management

  • Price range: weekly rent ranges across several room types from mid to higher price bands for central Adelaide locations

off-campus
University of Adelaide College Homestay

  • Benefits: supportive family environment, opportunities to practise English and learn about Australian culture

  • Room: private furnished bedroom in a host home with shared living areas

  • Facilities: typically includes meals for younger students, utilities and basic household amenities

  • Price range: homestay costs vary but are generally comparable with or slightly below purpose built student accommodation on a weekly basis, depending on meal inclusions and location.

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