University of South Australia

Apply for an undergraduate degree at the University of South Australia in four simple steps...

Important note: If you are applying for one of the University of South Australia’s 100% online degrees, apply directly to UniSA Online.

1. Choose

Gather all the information you need by exploring our website and reading our study and career guides. Choose what degrees you're most interested in and make sure you understand the program requirements, and entry requirements, especially if you are an international student:

• Study at the University of South Australia for international students
• English language requirements
• Guidelines on genuine student requirement
• Guidelines on living costs and evidence of funds

If you’re not sure where to begin, you may be interested in completing a MyCareerMatch profile. This quiz will provide you with a personalised career report giving you information about your personality style and a list of career options, which are complementary to your natural strengths and talents.

If you have questions about your study options, connect with our Future Student Enquiries team or attend an event to learn more about studying with the University of South Australia.

2. Apply

Australian students:

Your journey to study with the University of South Australia starts now. You can apply through the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre ( SATAC ) website.

With up to six preferences available in your application, make sure you have your preferences in the order of what you would like to be offered, with the degree you most want to study first. Consider adding other pathways to your application such as Foundation Studies or a Diploma program through our UniSA College.

For advice on your SATAC application, book in for a 1-1 appointment with our Future Student Enquiries team for help structuring your preferences and entry pathways.

International students:

If you’re an international student, you may need to apply through a registered the University of South Australia education agent, unless you are already onshore in Australia. View the full list of countries by citizenship here.

Once you have found the program you wish to study from the program's home page click 'apply online' which will take you to our easy-to-use online International Application System. 

3. Check and confirm

Australian students:

If you are applying using Year 12 results, check to see if you’re eligible for Adjustment Factors (bonus points) and confirm your Selection Rank (ATAR, including Adjustment Factors), by visiting SATAC’s self-service portal. Then, give our Future Student Enquiries team a call to talk through your study options. If you’re applying with other qualifications, get in touch with Future Student Enquiries for advice on your application and pathway options.

You could be eligible for the University of South Australia’s Guaranteed Entry into your preferred degree by either achieving the guaranteed Selection Rank, using your Year 12 subject grades or if you have completed a Vocational Educational Training (VET) qualification. Check out our Guaranteed Entry calculators to explore your options.

Also, don't forget to pay your SATAC fee. Otherwise you won't be eligible to receive an offer - be sure not to miss out!

International students:

Once you have gone through the Online International Application System, you can expect an application outcome in one to two weeks*. Please make sure you have submitted all supporting documents to avoid delays. If you are eligible we will email you or your Education Agent, an offer letter package. If you are not eligible, we may suggest alternative programs or pathways. Your application will be assessed in accordance with the University’s Selection and Entry to Programs Policy, which includes the guidelines on genuine student requirement and guidelines on living costs and evidence of funds.

*From your submission including all supporting documentation required.

4.   Respond

If you receive an offer to study at the University of South Australia – CONGRATULATIONS!! We can't wait to welcome you to the University of South Australia community.

Australian students:

Once you receive your offer, be sure to read your SATAC email carefully for important information about responding to your offer and the program enrolment process.

If you receive an offer to your first preference you do not need to respond as SATAC will accept this on your behalf. If you receive an offer that was not your first preference, you will need to log on to the SATAC website and respond to your offer by the response date shown on your offer email.

International students:

Follow our step-by-step guide to accepting your offer, then get excited preparing for student life in Adelaide at the University of South Australia.

Visit our website for more information or make an enquiry.

Interested in postgraduate study?

Discover more information here:

• Postgraduate Australian applicants
• Postgraduate international applicants
• Postgraduate Research Degree, Australian applicants
• Postgraduate Research Degree, international applicants