The University of Adelaide College is the pathway college of the University of Adelaide, a Group of Eight research university in South Australia. It offers foundation and diploma programmes that lead into the University of Adelaide's bachelor's degrees, with small classes and academic support. Choose it for a guided route into a leading Australian university.
Adelaide, Australia
Official website: college.adelaide.edu.au
University of Adelaide, a Group of Eight university
University pathway college
Adelaide city centre
A$30,000 – A$40,000
International students, foundation and diploma programmes
A$21,000 – A$26,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on college.adelaide.edu.au before you apply.
Foundation Studies
FoundationDuration
12 Months
Intake
Feb, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 60
Diploma of Business
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Feb, Jun, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 60
Diploma of Engineering
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Feb, Jun, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 60
Diploma of Information Technology
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Feb, Jun, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 60
Guaranteed progression to the University of Adelaide when you meet the required grades.
Diplomas that count as the first year of a related degree.
Small classes and academic support.
Students progress into University of Adelaide degrees in business, engineering, IT and science.
University graduates may qualify for a Temporary Graduate visa.
Adelaide study can add points toward skilled migration.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
The college is in Adelaide's city centre, close to the University of Adelaide's North Terrace campus, libraries and student facilities.
Adelaide is a relaxed, affordable city with beaches, wine regions and festivals, and rents below Sydney and Melbourne.
CoE for the packaged pathway and degree
Proof of funds for fees and living
Overseas Student Health Cover
English test at required level
Genuine Student statement
Valid passport and health check
The college accepts applications on a rolling basis. Apply at least three months before the February, June or October start to leave time for the Confirmation of Enrolment and student visa.
Foundation Studies starts in February, July and October, and diplomas start in February, June and October.
You need an Australian Student visa (subclass 500). You can usually receive a packaged Confirmation of Enrolment covering the pathway and the degree, so one visa covers both.
Foundation Studies and diplomas in business, engineering and IT are popular. Entry needs completion of Year 11 or 12 or equivalent and IELTS 5.5.
The college and the University of Adelaide offer some scholarships for pathway students. Check the college's scholarships page for current offers.
