University of South Australia
About the University of South Australia
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The University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia have combined their strengths to create a new university for the future, Adelaide University.
The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. It is known for its relevance, equity, and excellence. The University’s renowned researchers are thought leaders, who drive major change in industry sectors across the globe. The institution currently collaborates with more than 2,500 international industry partners. This global collaboration gives rise to new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.
By pioneering disruptive ideas that address, and solve, current world issues, the University of South Australia is an innovator for emerging industries. The institution is leading major developments in Artificial Intelligence, pharmaceutical science, and education. A key example of this work includes the University’s creation of AI technology to improve target detection in the ocean, which will advance radar systems for the Navy and Airforce. The institute is also at the forefront of cancer treatment research, including its work on Vitamin D supplementation for mitigating chemotherapy-related illness.
Students
The University of South Australia offers more than 200 world-class degrees designed in partnership with industry, and reflect areas of current and emerging demand. These degrees also leverage the latest research from the University, ensuring graduates are unstoppable in their chosen career fields.
Research degrees at the University of South Australia are project-based, and focus on producing new knowledge, providing solutions to global challenges, and preparing candidates for competitive careers.
Acknowledgement of Peoples and Country
The University of South Australia respectfully acknowledges the Kaurna, Boandik and Barngarla First Nations Peoples and their Elders past and present, who are the First Nations’ traditional owners of the land that is now home to the University’s campuses in Adelaide, Mount Gambier and Whyalla.
The institution released the first university Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) for South Australia in 2014 and has continued to build on its proud history in Aboriginal education and research. The University of South Australia is working to embed real and measurable actions, and extend the process of cultural change to strengthen its position as a University of Choice for Aboriginal Peoples.
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Key Student Statistics
- Student gender ratio
- 60 F : 40 M (1)
- International student percentage
- 18% (1)
- Students per staff
- 27.6 (1)
- Student total
- 21490 (1)
Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2025
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