Adelaide University

STEM

Undergraduate

Details

University Location Adelaide, South Australia
City Population 1.3 million
Student Population 65,000
Int'l Student Population 16,000
Main Campus Adelaide City Campus
Program Campus Adelaide City, Magill, Mawson Lakes
Program Duration 3 – 4 years
Semester Intake February & July
Application Deadline No set deadline*
CRICOS Provider 04249J

Studying STEM at Adelaide Univesrity

At Adelaide University, you’ll access cutting-edge technologies and facilities for deep scientific exploration, all while receiving practical experience and building crucial professional skills. Depending on your chosen degree, this might include industry projects, fieldwork, placements, and advanced laboratory courses. Study areas include

  • Agriculture and animal science
  • Health & biomedical sciences
  • Computer science & information technology
  • Engineering
  • Mathematics & data science
  • Nutrition & food science
  • Science, environment & sustainability

While we can’t highlight every STEM program, we’ve chosen to feature some popular programs for Canadians. If what you’re looking for isn’t shown, please reach out to study@oztrekk.com.

STEM Study Areas

Bachelor of Computer Science majoring in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Duration: 3 years
Campus: Adelaide City
Intakes: February & July
Majors: Human-Centred Computing or Programming Language

You’ll learn about computing in the modern world and core functions of information technology systems, using a practice-based approach to drive innovation in the field of AI and machine learning. In your final year, you’ll gain exciting and unique exposure through a collaborative industry project. You’ll draw on technical expertise and present a project for an industry partner, demonstrating your learned skills and interpretation of adaptation in the field.

 

Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
Duration: 4 years
Campus: Adelaide City, Mawson Lakes
Intakes: February & July

This degree will offer you the opportunity to create a versatile and highly sought-after skillset, navigate the complexities of the digital realm, and play an active role in advancing technologies. You’ll dive deeper into the software engineering specialization and learn modern, industry relevant practices. From your second year, course content will include data structures, system design, agile development, DevOps, design patterns, secure software development, and cloud and concurrent programming. In your Honours year, you’ll draw on your software engineering skillset and apply these to a professional and industry-relevant project for a real-word industry client. You’ll undertake an internship with an Adelaide University industry partner, which will prepare you to work in a diverse range of global industries.

 

Bachelor of Science majoring in Food Science and Technology
Duration: 3 years
Campus: Adelaide City, Waite
Intakes: February & July

The Bachelor of Science majoring in Food Science and Technology teaches you to innovate and push the boundaries with food. It covers foundational chemistry and biology, with specialized courses in nutrition, microbiology, food science, and technology. Understand ethical considerations and regulatory requirements for food quality and safety and build your communication expertise. Develop fundamental laboratory skills through laboratory practicals. In your final year, you’ll gain real-world experience with an 80-hour industry placement or project.

 

Bachelor of Illustration and Animation
Duration: 3 years
Campus: Adelaide City, Magill
Intakes: February & July

Throughout this degree, you’ll gain practical skills, knowledge, and expertise in illustration and animation. In your first year, you’ll explore foundational concepts in illustration and animation, focusing on techniques in drawing, illustration, and animation for 2D, 3D, and stop-motion. You’ll learn the principles of animation and get an introduction to drawing while developing a strong base in communication, design, and storytelling through the use of pictures.

During your second year, you’ll explore character development, Marquette production, comic book design, pictorial narrative creation, digital effects, and advanced 2D animation. You’ll also work on more complex projects incorporating 3D animation techniques, editorial illustration and portraiture, and advanced traditional and digital illustration techniques.

In the final year, you’ll take on advanced industry-focused projects.

Connect with Us

If you’re interested in applying to an undergraduate STEM program at Adelaide University, please reach out to the OzTREKK student advisor listed below. Together, we’ll find a program that fits!

Admission Timeline

*While there is no set application deadline, you are encouraged to submit your application a minimum of 6 months prior to the program start date.

STEM FAQs

Here are some of the most frequently asked STEM questions we receive. Of course, if you don’t see your question listed here, please feel free to email us!

Can my partner or family come to Australia with me if I get an offer? 

Many Canadians wish to fulfill their career goals after getting married, having kids, or both! We’ve had plenty of students who have taken their partner and/or children with them.

If you want to take your partner or family with you, you’ll need to add them as a secondary applicant or dependents to your student visa application. Even if you don’t plan on taking them with you, we suggest you add them to your application anyway because it can be complex, expensive, and time-consuming to add them afterwards. You’ll then need to provide additional documentation to support your claims of a relationship or your children’s dependency status.

In addition to looking after the visa, you’ll also need to ensure they’re included on your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), you have appropriate accommodation, and if you’re bringing children, you’ll need to enroll them in school.

Visit our Health Insurance page for more information.

Can I apply if I’m only 17?

Yes, but you’ll require parental or guardian consent (signature). OzTREKK will provide the necessary documentation for this signature.

If you won’t be 18 when your program starts, you’ll be required to show that you’ll be living with an approved guardian until you turn 18. If you don’t have an approved guardian in Australia, you may need a family member to apply for a guardian visa to accompany you. This guardian visa should be obtained as part of the student visa application

 

Can my entire application be submitted through OzTREKK?

Absolutely. We manage and submit your application(s) on your behalf and communicate any updates from the universities.

Applying to an  Australian or New Zealand university starts by filling out our OzTREKK application: You’ll tell us a bit about yourself, like your name, address, date of birth, education history, and what schools you want to apply to!

When you click “Submit,” the application with all your information only comes to us, so there’s no need to worry about making a mistake at this stage. We then create a file for you (based on your name, not a number!) and email you a list of documents required to complete your application—things like passport photo page, transcripts, résumé, personal statement—but it depends on the program, as some programs require more paperwork than others.

If you get an offer, we’ll help you with that part, too! Whether you want to accept or decline, we’ll help you figure out your next steps. If you accept your offer, we’ll even help you get ready to go. We’re here to be an advocate for you, and to walk you through the entire process from start to finish.

Should you have any questions along the way, just send us an email or book a chat. That’s why we’re here!

Are there any scholarships for international students?

Scholarship options in Australia are usually limited for international students as they tend to be reserved for those undertaking postgraduate research degrees; however, we can advise you where to look and whether specific programs have a history of offering scholarships.

Occasionally, scholarships are granted to high achievers—those with very high marks. In previous years, we have seen $5000- to $10,000-scholarships given to OzTREKK students.

Check out OzTREKK’s Financing page to learn more about scholarships and paying for your degree.

What does “rolling admissions” mean?

Rolling admissions means the university assesses applications as they are received, or on a “first come, first served” basis. As soon as they’ve met the quota and the program is filled, they close the applications. So, for a program that has rolling admissions, the earlier you apply the better!

How does OzTREKK know if my application will be competitive?

The majority of Canadians applying to full-degree programs in Australia (i.e., not study abroad courses, which usually only last a semester or two) apply through OzTREKK. They’re studying medicine, dentistry, law, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, etc.

Since they’re using OzTREKK’s services, this gives us a good idea of the starting point of a competitive application each year, allowing us to help you determine which universities/programs are most likely to present you with a letter of offer!

You can get started on determining your chances by reviewing the admissions requirements on each program page. Then, visit our GPA Conversions and Eligibility pages for details and suggestions to help you get into the program of your dreams. Of course, OzTREKK is always here to help if you have questions.

What is a 5.0 GPA in Australia?

Unlike in Canada, GPAs in Australia are simple. They are standardized, so they mean the same thing to everyone.

In Australia, a 5.0 / 7.0 would roughly translate to a 2.7 / 4.0 or approximately 70% – 72%, but keep in mind all universities assess slightly differently.

Learn more on our GPA Conversions page where we list the most common Canadian GPA scales to their corresponding Australian GPA grade.

Which prerequisites do I need?

Prerequisite courses vary by university and by program. We’ve listed university- and program-specific requirements on each program’s page under “Admissions Requirements.”

How do universities calculate GPA?

Calculations differ by university, but most use cumulative (all units within a program) or weighted GPA (typically last 2 or 3 years of study). See GPA Calculations for more information.

Can I do my courses online?

Some programs may offer online delivery, although it is important to note that international students in an online program are not eligible for an Australian student visa. If you choose to study online, you will have to study this program from your home country.

Can I transfer credits from my Canadian university?

Typically, international universities do not allow an automatic transfer of studies; however, you can apply for credit based on your previous studies, and if the university determines your previous courses are equivalent to those in their program, they will offer you credit for those subjects.

To apply for credit, you will need to provide a list of subjects from your undergraduate degree that you feel are relevant to this program or which might overlap with program content. You will then need to collect the detailed course outlines for each of these subjects, and we can submit these to the Australian university with your application.

What does an “Honours” program mean?

Honours studies in Australia differ from Honours studies at Canadian universities. In Australia, an Honours degree is typically awarded after an additional year of research has been completed following the standard 3-year undergraduate degree program. In Canada, an Honours degree is usually awarded after four years of undergraduate study and may or may not include an undergraduate thesis, depending on the school and program.

What are official transcripts, and how do I send them?

For a transcript to be considered “official,” it must be sent directly from your high school, college, and/or university (either via snail mail or by email). It can even come from you—as long as it arrives in the original, sealed envelope.

To assess your application, universities must see your official transcripts certified by OzTREKK—a requirement of Australian and New Zealand universities and a part of our agreement with them.

By email (preferred method): Your high school, college and/or university can email them to transcripts@oztrekk.com or they can use an official transcript service, like Parchment or MyCreds. When submitting a request for a digital transcript and a password is required, please use OZTREKK1 (all capitals, no spaces). If you have a character limit or need to set an access pin, please use 1234.

By mail (only if unable to send via email): Please order your transcripts to be sent directly to our office from all institutions where you have studied since high school, including any college studies, exchanges, transfer credits, and/or advanced placement (or IB) studies. Please note, some programs also require high school transcripts; if this is the case, your student advisor will let you know.

Send your documents via FedEx or Purolator, especially when you need your documents to arrive at our office ASAP. If you use Canada Post’s courier Xpresspost, please don’t request a signature, as this can add delays.

OzTREKK
301–1 Sherbrooke Street East
Perth, ON K7H 1A1 Canada

As soon as your transcript arrives, we’ll let you know!

When should I apply?

Applications typically open a year in advance of the program start date. We recommend that you begin your application in January/February and aim to have your documents in by the spring/early summer.

What if my transcripts / documents are not in English?

If your documents are not in English, you must provide full translation of each document, either prepared by your university or by a registered translator. You must not translate the documents yourself.

Please note OzTREKK must receive the official translation directly from the university or translator in order to certify the document. Please read How Do I Send My Transcripts for more information.