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University of Adelaide

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QS World #79 #9 in Australia Admissions open
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Public University
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University of Adelaide at a glance

  1. Where it stands

    University of Adelaide is ranked #79 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. On Educads it is #9 of the ranked universities in Australia. Its research has been cited 30,727,269 times (h-index 913), according to OpenAlex.

  2. What you can study

    University of Adelaide has 10 courses listed on Educads: 4 master's and 2 phd / doctorate. The largest subject areas are Science (4) and Arts, Design & Architecture (2).

  3. Start dates and course length

    Most courses start in February and July. The most common course length is 0.5 year(s) full-time.

  4. Scholarships

    3 scholarships at University of Adelaide are listed, 2 of them fully funded.

  5. Ranked near it in Australia

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Questions about University of Adelaide

Is University of Adelaide a good university?

University of Adelaide is ranked #79 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. On Educads it is #9 of the ranked universities in Australia. Its research has been cited 30,727,269 times (h-index 913), according to OpenAlex.

How many courses does University of Adelaide offer?

University of Adelaide has 10 courses listed on Educads: 4 master's and 2 phd / doctorate. The largest subject areas are Science (4) and Arts, Design & Architecture (2).

When do courses at University of Adelaide start?

Most courses listed start in February and July.

Does University of Adelaide offer scholarships?

3 scholarships at University of Adelaide are listed, 2 of them fully funded.

Overview

The University of Adelaide (UofA) was a public research university based in Adelaide, South Australia. Established in 1874, it was the third-oldest university in Australia. Its main campus in the Adelaide city centre included many sandstone buildings of historical and architectural significance, such as Bonython Hall. Its royal charter awarded by Queen Victoria in 1881 allowed it to become the second university in the English-speaking world to confer degrees to women. On 5 January 2026, it merged with the neighbouring University of South Australia to form Adelaide University. The antecedent institutions were formally disestablished after 31 March 2026, when both the University of Adelaide Act 1971 and University of South Australia Act 1990 were repealed.

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Programs at University of Adelaide

10 programs across 3 study levels.

PhD / Doctorate

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Doctor of Philosophy

University of Adelaide — At University of Adelaide, the Doctor of Philosophy is a research degree focused on completing an independent project in an area relevant to the proposed area of research...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4 year(s) full-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
January, JulyIntake

Other

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Graduate Certificate in Research Design

University of Adelaide — The University of Adelaide Graduate Certificate in Research Design is a postgraduate program that prepares students to plan and prepare a research project, including writ...

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0.5 year(s) full-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
February, JulyIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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Graduate Certificate in Research Skills

University of Adelaide — The University of Adelaide offers the Graduate Certificate in Research Skills. Students complete 24 units of courses focused on developing research skills. Six courses (2...

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0.5 year(s) full-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
February, JulyIntake

Master's Degree

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Master of Philosophy

University of Adelaide — The University of Adelaide’s Master of Philosophy is a 100% research-focused degree. Students plan, design, and complete an independent research project in an area of per...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 year(s) full-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
January, JulyIntake
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Master of Research

University of Adelaide — The University of Adelaide’s Master of Research combines a coursework component with a research project. Students develop a broad base of research skills by exploring key...

Master's DegreeLevel
1.5 year(s) full-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
February, JulyIntake

Tuition fees & costs

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Australia.

Scholarships at University of Adelaide

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Last updated 23 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.