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Federation University Australia

About Federation University Australia

One of Australia's first higher education institutions, Federation University Australia (FedUni) was founded in 1870 and has an illustrious history. The university has a long history of providing education and training, and in 2020 it will mark 150 years of tradition. The university is a world-class institution that also excels domestically. According to the Times Higher Education 2021 rankings, the Federation University Australia is one of the top 250 young universities worldwide. The University has been ranked first nationally in Australia for first-generation student enrollments and first in Victoria for graduate full-time employment, skills development, student support, and social equity by the Good Universities Guide 2022. For six years in a row, the university has also been named first in Victoria for graduate outcomes by various organisations.

Six sites, including the Camp Street Campus in Ballarat and the Mt. Helen Campus, make up the Federation University Australia. A campus in Gippsland with contemporary design and 60 hectares of gorgeously planted gardens. a multi-level campus in Berwick with contemporary structures and cutting-edge amenities set in roomy, verdant surroundings. a campus in Brisbane that is close to business and government partners, first-rate shopping and retail destinations, and the city's central business district. Additionally, the university offers instruction and training at a site in Wimmera that serves Horsham and the surrounding areas. Every campus is well-equipped with everything a student might possibly need to advance in their academics and also enjoy life outside of the classroom.

Federation Institution Australia, a public research-intensive university, offers Undergraduate, Graduate, and Research (PhD) Degrees to anyone wanting to study there. FedUni offers undergraduate and graduate programmes in a variety of fields, including business, education and early childhood, engineering, health, humanities, social sciences, criminology, and social work, as well as performing arts, visual arts and design, psychology, science, and sport, health, physical, and outdoor education. Candidates seeking to pursue a PhD at the university can choose from a variety of higher research degrees offered by the university.

A variety of lodging choices are available from The Federation University near or on its campuses in Ballarat, Gippsland, and Berwick. International students will be able to participate in the welcoming environment that the university promotes by living in residential housing. There are a variety of on-campus housing options available, including completely furnished single bedrooms, independent flats, ensuite rooms, studios, and houses, both on and off-campus. The campus housing provides residents with access to common living areas, TV/lounge rooms, fully functional kitchens, laundry facilities, and leisure areas as well as support for a variety of residential programmes, events, and activities. For up to $4000 per year, international students starting their studies at the university may be eligible for an accommodation support scholarship that will pay for them to reside on campus in Ballarat, Berwick, or Gippsland.

Federation University Australia offers a variety of scholarships to help students thrive in order to recognise the aspirations and accomplishments of overseas students. Additionally, the institution has a devoted staff of individuals who are committed to providing all international students with support, engagement, and community connections from the time of their arrival until the day they successfully complete their degrees. Every student who attends Federation University Australia is expected to actively contribute to the development of the communities in which they live and to which they are proud to belong.

Sanjay Bharwani, Founder & CEO of Bester & Co.; Dr. Robert Foo Hee Chong, Former Mayor of the City of Whitehorse in Melbourne; Dr. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Chairperson of Biocon; and Dr. Robert Foo Hee Chong are just a few of the university's prominent alumni.

Federation University higlight

  • The third-oldest institution of higher education in Australia, Federation University Australia has a strong record of accomplishment.
  • There are three campuses in Victoria where overseas students can enrol. They are regionally located in Ballarat and Gippsland as well as in Berwick (Melbourne). In Brisbane, Queensland, FedUni has a brand-new campus as well.
  • The only regional university in Victoria offering hundreds of programmes in a variety of academic subjects, higher education, technical and vocational training, and considerable research opportunities.
  • highest-rated university in Victoria for graduate employment, student support, and instruction (QILT).
  • All campuses offer individualised instruction and small class sizes.

Federation University Australia Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
Medicine and HealthCare (1 Courses) 1.5 year CAD 25400
MBA (1 Courses) 2 year AUD 27600
Engineering (1 Courses) 2 year AUD 25500
Information Technology (IT) (1 Courses) ---- AUD
Management (2 Courses) 2 Year - 3 Year AUD 24700 - AUD 27600

Federation University Application Process

how to apply?

Application Portal: Online

Supporting Documents

  • English language test score
  • An academic transcript
  • High school certificate
  • Valid passport
  • Study permit
  • Copy of the photo/details page of the applicant’s current passport
  • Two-three letter of reference
  • Statement of purpose

Federation University Australia  English Language Requirements

When applying to Australian universities, students whose first language is not English must meet the English language requirements.

Test Undergraduate Graduate
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 7.0
TOEFL: Internet-based 60 -78 100
Pearson Test of English 50 65
Cambridge-CAE 169 185

Federation University Financial Aid for International Students

For international students wishing to pursue a degree in Australia, Federation University provides a variety of scholarships.

2020 Tuition Fee Scholarship is available automatically upon acceptance of an admission offer, therefore there is no need to submit an application.

International students may be eligible for a housing scholarship at the university residence hall, with the amount of the award ranging from nothing to the whole cost of housing.

High-achieving international students may also be eligible for the High Achievers Scholarship, which includes a one-year stay on campus and a scholarship worth roughly 18,000 AUD.

Other scholarships accessible to students from abroad include:

For the duration of the study programme, an international excellence scholarship worth 16% of the tuition is available.
2020 Foundation awards with different values
For the course of the programme, an engineering tuition scholarship and a dean's bursary worth 16% of tuition are available.


Federation University Australia Highlights

Type Public
Campus setting Urban
Application portal Online
Academic calendar Semester-based
Intake Session Summer/winter
Application fees 25 AUD
Financial aid Grants, scholarships, loans
English language proficiency score TOEFL or equivalent

Federation University Average Tution Fees and Other Expenses

It is advised that applicants who intend to enrol at the institution set aside an expected budget for foreign students who wish to study in Australia. The typical college expenses are as follows:

The table below lists the fees that international students must pay for the 2020 academic year:

Fees Undergraduate (AUD)
Tuition 14,400 – 34,600
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) 752
Living cost (accommodation, food, transport, clothing, and entertainment 20,290
Total 35,442 – 55,642

 

Know more about Studying in Australia

Tuition Fees in Australia (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: AUD 29109 | MBA: AUD 35139 | MS: AUD 36803 | BBA: AUD 28693 | MEng: AUD 39298 | BSc: AUD 34307 | MIM: AUD 39298 | MFin: AUD 35347 | MArch: AUD 37218 | BHM: AUD 28693 | MIS: AUD 35347 | MEM: AUD 43040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Australia AUD 1680 Per Month Approx
Entrance Exams in Australia TOEFL: 77 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 57 | GRE: 300 | GMAT: 600
Work and Study in Australia Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Australia 2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Australia AUD 620
Student Visa in Australia The subclasses for the visa were reduced to two from the eight for convenience. The two visa subclasses are Subclass 500 (for students) and Subclass 590 (For Student Guardian).
Intakes in Australia There are Two Main Intakes in Australia: February and July.
Top Job Sectors in Australia Health Care and Social Assiastance, Construction, Education, Manufacturing, Public Administration and Safety, Transport & Logistics, etc.
Economy in Australia 1.7% (2019e) 2.3% (2020e), 10th Largest in the World by Nominal

Federation University Australia Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 25,316

Postgraduate

$ 25,513

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 19,971

Campus accommodation

$ 10,236

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.