Adelaide is a city of festivals, relaxed living and education excellence that will take you anywhere in the world.

01 A tradition of education excellence
Adelaide is the Nobel Prize capital of Australia, producing three Nobel Laureates and hundreds of Rhodes Scholars. Our institutions are among Australia’s oldest and most prestigious. For over 170 years this city has provided students of all ages with the education that allows them to follow their dreams.

02 A great variety of institutions and courses
We have internationally-recognised Australian universities, foreign universities, private colleges, an extensive Vocational Education and Training system as well as highly-regarded primary and secondary schools. Students wanting to learn English have a variety of flexible programs to choose from. If there’s a course you want to study, we’ve got it in Adelaide.

03 Australia’s most affordable city
Statistics show that it costs almost 20% more to live in Melbourne or Sydney, and almost 10% more to live in Brisbane and Perth. As a student on a budget, your dollar will go much further in Adelaide, so you’ll be able to enjoy even more of our world-renowned festivals, events, food and wine.

04 A warm welcome
Adelaide’s a really friendly place — we welcome people from all cultures, backgrounds and religions. International students from over 150 countries have helped create an exciting, multicultural university city.

05 Have fun and make friends
As soon as they arrive, international students are given a free welcome backpack and a guide containing everything they need to know about living in Adelaide. And there’s a year-long calendar of free and discounted events especially for international students. From tickets to high-profile sporting matches and arts events to employment seminars and regional tours, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to meet people, make new friends and enjoy everything this city has to offer.

06 Live in the heart of the city
Adelaide’s student accommodation is excellent and affordable and much of it is in the heart of the city. About 4000 students live in and around Adelaide’s city centre, just minutes from some of our major education institutions. Whether you want to live in purpose-built student apartments, a residential college, on-campus accommodation, a private rental or homestay, your new home is right here.

07 Public transport discounts
International students in Adelaide receive the same transport concessions as local students. So you can save over $AUD700 on transport costs every year. Students can also take advantage of the free tram and bus services that run in the city centre.

08 A city of festivals
As well as being voted Australia’s most liveable city, Adelaide has also been ranked the 5th most liveable city on the planet! With over 400 world-class events here every year, there’s a great choice of things to do. The Adelaide Festival, Adelaide Fringe, cycling Tour Down Under, WOMAD world music festival, car racing, cricket, Cabaret Festival, film festivals and more.

09 An authentic ‘Aussie’ experience
Living in Adelaide means you’ll be able to enjoy a real Australian experience. There’s a mix of beautiful landscapes, sparkling beaches, rolling hills and a vibrant city centre. Visit our world-famous wine regions, stunning Flinders Ranges, popular beaches or see Australian wildlife on Kangaroo Island. All this and more is waiting for you.

10 Your pathway to the world
No matter where you want to go, an Adelaide education will take you there. Our courses have strong ties with industry and research, creating opportunities for valuable networking and work placements. Qualifications from Adelaide have taken our graduates into jobs and careers all around the world.