Federation University Australia

Federation University Australia is a big university with small-town community values. Its campuses span Victoria, from the welcoming regional communities of Ballarat and Gippsland, known for their affordability and lifestyle, to the dynamic Melbourne City and Berwick campuses, offering a lively event scene with iconic landmarks nearby.

At all campuses, students feel seen, heard, and supported, with lecturers who know students by name and classmates who quickly become friends. Every student receives a personalised experience from the moment they receive an offer to graduation. It doesn't stop there: Federation continues to celebrate and guide their students as they become alumni, championing an inspiring cohort of lifelong learners.

As Australia's leading Co-op university, Federation's courses are co-created with industry to give every student in-demand knowledge, skills, and experience needed for a successful career. Choose from undergraduate and postgraduate courses in a range of specialist study areas, pursue groundbreaking research with one of their Research Centres of Excellence, or pursue a pathway to gain skills and confidence to move into a higher education course.

Why do students choose Federation? Because they never get lost in the crowd. With smaller class sizes, dedicated international support services, and a welcoming multicultural campus community, every student's uni experience feels personalised.

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The academic journey at Federation University is flexible and exciting, with a diverse range of study options that span highly in-demand fields, offered at the university's specialised institutes. Choose from undergraduate and postgraduate studies in business, education, engineering and science, information technology, as well as nursing, allied health, and social work.

Federation Uni supports all international students to step into their dream degree. With options like English language courses and Higher Education Diplomas, students can build the skills and confidence they need for university success. These courses offer extra support, smaller classes, and a guaranteed pathway into a bachelor's degree – all while studying with the same welcoming campus community from day one.

And when it comes to research, Federation is committed to transforming lives and enhancing communities across Victoria and the world. Its six centres of research excellence take a cross-disciplinary approach, connecting students to different experts and industry partners to maximise research impact.

Federation Uni students have worked with leading organisations including Amazon Web Services, EY, IBM, Siemens, McCain Foods, AGL, and many more. With such strong industry connections due to Co-op placements and dedicated support, Federation graduates are among the most employable in Australia – job-ready, globally competitive, and confident to take on their careers anywhere in the world. Read about Isha's Co-op placement that secured her employment after graduation.

The 2024 QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey highlights these results, with over 80 percent of Federation undergraduates finding full-time employment with a median salary of AUD 75,700, and more than 95 percent of their postgraduates earning a median salary of AUD 104,200 after graduation.

Support doesn't stop after graduation. Federation University's 130,000 strong alumni network remains connected, sharing in each other's success and providing opportunities like mentorship and scholarships to Federation's next generation of eager students.

Moving to Australia is a big deal. From applying for a course, to finding somewhere to live and enrolling in classes – there's a lot to organise. That's why Federation Uni gives international students extra support every step of the way with wrap-around free academic, financial, and wellbeing services. But support isn't something students have to chase on their own. Federation's support services come to students, joining tutorials, hosting wellbeing events, checking in via email and Moodle (the university's online education app that houses all the learning materials for each unit).

Federation Uni has campuses across Victoria, giving students the choice of a lively city life or the welcoming charm of regional Australia. For those seeking an authentic Australian experience, Ballarat offers a true student town vibe just 75 minutes away from Melbourne. Their flagship Mt Helen campus has state-of-the-art facilities surrounded by the beautiful natural environment. Ballarat Tech Park is a short walk away, where many students go to complete placements.

Further east, Gippsland provides a friendly, relaxed setting with easy access to outdoor adventures like hiking and skiing. The campus has a strong focus on allied health, nursing, and research with long-standing relationships with local community services and government bodies.

At Berwick Campus, modern architecture meets green open spaces just 15 minutes' walk from the train station. Berwick offers quality healthcare with two hospitals nearby, reliable transport, and a vibrant social scene while remaining connected to Melbourne's action.

Federation's Melbourne City Campus places students right in the heart of Australia's cultural capital, surrounded by cafes, galleries, and industry connections.

Wherever they choose to study, students find strong support, a vibrant community, and the perfect setting to achieve their career goals.

Federation University's wide range of scholarships offer support so students can focus on what really matters – learning, exploring, and building their future.

For detailed scholarship information, visit the scholarships website*.

Paid Placement Guarantee

Federation guarantees* support for international students who have mandatory placement units but are not doing Co-op courses. Eligible students receive payments of up to AUD 10,000 for undergraduates and AUD 5,000 for postgraduates, distributed in instalments throughout their studies.

Early Bird Bursary

International students who accept an offer by the nominated cut-off date* will receive an AUD 3,000 tuition fee discount in the second year of study. Students must pay their deposit in full and accept their offer via StudyLink.

Federation Merit Scholarship

Students who averaged 75 percent or higher in prerequisite studies could be eligible to receive a 20 percent tuition fee scholarship. Initially awarded for two semesters, students who continue their academic performance may see the scholarship awarded for their entire degree.

Vice-Chancellors Award

This prestigious scholarship bestows a 50 percent tuition fee scholarship to selected outstanding academic achievers from South Asia, Southeast Asia, and China. Eligible students who achieved an average mark of 90 percent or equivalent in previous studies are encouraged to apply. Students who continue their outstanding academic performance may see the scholarship awarded for their entire degree.

Accommodation Support Scholarship

This scholarship supports international students as they transition to life in Australia. Students are eligible for a scholarship worth up to AUD 2,000 towards their FedLiving rental fees for a maximum of two semesters. Additional fees may apply.

Federation Pathways Scholarship

International students who undertake a pathway course may be eligible for this scholarship, worth 10 percent off annual tuition fees of the pathway course.

Get the best start to university life by living on campus in Fedliving accommodation. No matter what campus students choose, Federation's accommodation options make all students feel right at home and quickly connected to new friends from all walks of life. Federation University research also shows that students who live in residences are more likely to be successful in their studies and transition to university life.

Why Fedliving? It provides a safe, welcoming, and fun environment as well as peace of mind for parents that their child has their accommodation sorted before they leave home. Fedliving residences are located at Mt Helen Campus in Ballarat, Berwick Campus, and Gippsland Campus – all within a short walk to campus study rooms, libraries, and computer labs.

The range of accommodation options, including single and shared rooms, starts at 205 per week (based on the 2025 academic year contract) and includes utilities and internet fees at no additional cost. An accommodation scholarship is also available to students, subsidising rental fees for their first two semesters.

View the range of accommodation options available and make campus home.

At Federation University, international students don't just study a degree – they step straight into the world of real work through Federation's Co-operative education model (Co-op). Co-op means paid industry placements are built into Federation's courses, so that students can apply their skills, earn a wage and gain experience in their field while earning credit towards their course.

Federation is proud to work with over 1,200 host employers who mentor students during their placement, including Amazon Web Services, IBM ®, Ernst & Young, Fosterville Gold Mine, VicRoads, City of Ballarat, and more. And because Federation's Co-op courses are co-designed and co-delivered with industry, students graduate with future-ready skills that employers all over the world are looking for, making them highly employable. Hear from Anupa and Mohammad, who are completing placements at Central Highlands Water.

Federation University is excited to deliver specialised business and information technology courses at their new Melbourne City Campus. Located in the centre of the city and welcoming students across three intakes each year, the campus boasts modern facilities close to shops, cafes, and Melbourne's excellent public transport network. Take a tour of the campus with Federation students.

Known as one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world, Melbourne has so much to offer Federation's international students. It's the ideal place to launch a career with many national and global businesses neighbouring the campus. And the city hosts many events year-round with lots of student networking and career support offered on top of Federation Uni's services.