Students Life

English Score Requirement

MINIMUM IELTS SCORE

MINIMUM TOEFL IBT

Note: Language proficiency requirements can vary on program basis.

Accomodation

Scape at UniSA
Student Accommodation
Scape at UniSA is one of Australia’s leading student accommodation providers. They design, build and operate student accommodation to enhance the educational experience of students. Scape at UniSA is located on Bank Street within Adelaide’s cultural precinct and is in a truly ideal location for students. It is within easy reach of the University of South Australia’s CBD and Metro campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the West End’s vibrant nightlife and across the road from Adelaide train station and tram stop.

So much more than accommodation

• 12 minute walk to the University of South Australia – City East Campus
• 4 minute walk to Rundle Mall shopping
• Across the road from Adelaide Train Station
• Close to transport and amenities
• Furnished rooms and apartments with air conditioning/heating
• Easy access to public transport for both Magill and Mawson Lakes campuses
• Unlimited wireless internet throughout the buildings
• 24/7 dedicated onsite team and swipe card access
• Great value rents that include: electricity, water, and unlimited internet allowance
• Support upon arrival with a property induction and welcome events
• uLife – a community support and engagement program that’s free for all residents

Homestay
Living with a local family, couple or single person can be a good way to familiarise yourself with your new environment. For international students, it's a further opportunity to practise your English language skills and learn about the Australian lifestyle. Some students choose homestay just for their first four weeks in Adelaide and look for long term accommodation during this time. Others prefer homestay for the long term.

Student Hostels
Student hostels are an affordable option for students living away from home for the first time and a great way to meet other students. They are popular with undergraduate students. In a student hostel you can expect

• your own fully furnished single, lockable bedroom
• shared kitchens, recreation areas, bathrooms and laundry
• electricity, gas and water consumption are normally included in the rent; internet access may be included
• some student hostels offer short term stays, subject to availability
• close to public transport
• bonds equivalent to two weeks' rent usually apply; advance rent is normally limited to one week
  Here is more information about Rooming House regulations.

Residential Colleges
Residential colleges are a popular option for students living away from the family home for the first time and a great way to meet other students. If you choose to stay in a college, you can usually expect the following:

• your own lockable bedroom, fully furnished with a bed, desk, chair, telephone, wardrobe and meals
• access to computers with online access to universities, a library, music rooms, sporting and laundry facilities
• pastoral care
• colleges are located in North Adelaide - within easy walking distance to the City

Scholarships

Vice Chancellor’S International Excellence Scholarship

We are pleased to advise that students can apply for our prestigious Vice Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarships, for First Semester 2025 from Monday 16th September 2024.

• Recipients receive a 50% reduction in their student contributions (tuition fees) for up to four years of full-time study
• Students who meet the eligibility criteria are invited to complete a Scholarship application form and include this with their UniSA application
• Eligible students who have not provided a completed Scholarship application will be invited to apply at the point of University entry assessment (assuming scholarship places are still available)

Scholarship Criteria:

• Be a prospective international student
• Be eligible to study in Australia
• Not have accepted any other UniSA scholarship or bursary
• Have achieved the UniSA equivalent of a High Distinction average in previous studies
• Meet the minimum English language entry requirements for the program applied into
• Meet normal program admission requirements for the program applied into

International Merit Scholarship

Recipients will receive a 15% reduction in their student contributions (tuition fees) for the duration of their chosen degree

Vice Chancellor’S International Excellence Scholarship
Receive a 50% reduction in your student contributions (tuition fees) for the duration of your degree.

International Merit Scholarship
Receive a 15% reduction in your student contributions (tuition fees) for the duration of your degree. For more scholarships and to view full scholarship conditions, please visit.

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