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International 2020 UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS adelaide.edu.au Ranked in top 1% of Associated with 5 universities worldwide* Nobel prize winners Produced 110 Member of Rhodes Scholars Group of Eight^ 2020 INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 02 Message from the Vice-Chancellor and President 04 The University of Adelaide 10 Why students love Adelaide 16 Student support 17 Campus life 18 Accommodation 20 Money matters 22 English language proficiency requirements 24 English Language Centre 26 Application information 28 How to apply 34 Teaching and learning methods 36 Architecture 38 Arts 46 Business and Economics 54 Computer science/IT 58 Engineering 66 Health 72 Law 74 Mathematical sciences 78 Music 84 Science 94 Teaching 100 2020 undergraduate degree summary 106 Glossary * Times Higher Education and QS ranking ^ A coalition of Australia’s leading research intensive universities. 2020 International Undergraduate Prospectus 1 MESSAGE FROM THE VICE-CHANCELLOR AND PRESIDENT The University of Adelaide is recognised as one of Australia’s most respected research intensive universities, committed to tackling the grand challenges of our time and with dedicated staff that are international leaders in their field. Our undergraduate degrees are world-class, driven by “ cutting edge research and technology that encourages critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork and communication. The University is focused on preparing students for their careers through employability development activities and internships, while our Industry Engagement Priorities ensures close alignment with the needs of industry. Studying at the University of Adelaide offers a high quality experience within a rich campus culture and outstanding facilities. Students are assisted in making a successful transition to university life through an international orientation“ program that provides an insight into local South Australian culture. The academic environment of the University pursues excellence, values creativity, and gives graduates the opportunity to make a major contribution to the world. Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Peter Rathjen 2 Message from the Vice-Chancellor and President Message from the Vice-Chancellor and President 3 4 The University of Adelaide THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE A world-class teaching and research institution situated in the heart of one of the world’s most liveable cities*. Founded in 1874, the University of Adelaide is Australia’s third-oldest university and consistently ranked in the top 1% globally and number one in South Australia. Our reputation for excellence and breaking new ground has been forged by a continuous stream of exceptional people. We proudly count among our distinguished alumni five Nobel Laureates and over 100 Rhodes Scholars. Australia’s first female prime minister and Supreme Court judge were also University of Adelaide graduates. Today, our vibrant culture continues to attract some of the world’s best and brightest—academic leaders from all corners of the globe and students from more than 100 countries. OUR NOBEL LAUREATES Outstanding teaching The Nobel Prize is an international award given University of Adelaide students learn with the guidance and yearly since 1901 for achievements in physics, support of exceptional academic staff. Operating at their chemistry, medicine, literature and peace. The disciplines’ cutting edge, they enthusiastically share their University of Adelaide is associated with five Nobel passion for new knowledge and encourage students’ own Laureates, and has a long history of groundbreaking pursuits of world-changing discoveries. research and scholarship of international significance. The University also provides a wide range of student support services and opportunities, all of which are detailed in these pages. This nurturing environment— and unwavering commitment to the highest teaching 1915 1945 standards—enables students to fulfil their potential and make significant contributions to the world. Sir William Henry Bragg Sir Howard Walter Florey: and Sir William Lawrence Physiology or Medicine Global research impact Bragg: Physics For the discovery For their services in the of penicillin and its The University of Adelaide is committed to conducting world- analysis of crystal structure curative effect in various by means of X-rays. infectious diseases. class research with global, real-world impact. A member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight research-intensive universities, we enhance and sustain life for people and planet by addressing the world’s most significant challenges. Our areas of particular strength include: food and wine; 2003 2005 defence and security; health and medicine; engineering and technology; life sciences; mining and energy; and John M Coetzee: Dr J Robin Warren: Literature Physiology or Medicine (joint) the environment. For his contribution For his discovery of the * Economist Intelligence Unit Global Liveability Index 2018 to literature. bacterium Helicobacter pylori, and its role in gastritis and peptic ulcer disease. The University of Adelaide 5 The QS Intelligence Unit rates the University 5 STARS of Adelaide a Five Stars Plus institution, based 27,000 on rigorous independent data collection and PLUS QS performance metrics analysis. STUDENTS RATING TEACHING EMPLOYABILITY RESEARCH INTERNATIONALISATION FACILITIES INNOVATION INCLUSIVENESS LIFE SCIENCES AND MEDICINE 7,000 AREAS HEALTH AND MEDICAL INTERNATIONAL OF STUDY SCIENCES STUDENTS ARCHITECTURE, SCIENCES BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW EDUCATION, ENGINEERING, HUMANITIES, COMPUTER AND MUSIC AND MATHEMATICAL SOCIAL SCIENCES SCIENCES 100 COUNTRIES TOP 7 REGIONS REPRESENTED IN 01 CHINA STUDENT POPULATION 02 MALAYSIA 03 HONG KONG 04 SINGAPORE 05 INDIA 06 VIETNAM 07 INDONESIA FACILITIES THE UNIVERSITY HAS INVESTED OVER AUD $500 MILLION ACROSS OUR CAMPUSES SINCE 2011 IN A MAJOR CAPITAL WORKS PROGRAM, DELIVERING A SUITE OF WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE. Graduate attributes FACULTIES AND SCHOOLS The Adelaide education experience equips graduates with: • career and leadership readiness Faculty of Arts Faculty of Health • deep discipline knowledge Elder Conservatorium of Music and Medical Sciences • critical thinking and problem-solving skills School of Humanities* Adelaide Dental School • teamwork and communication capabilities School of Social Sciences^ Adelaide Medical School • intercultural and ethical competency School of Education Adelaide Nursing School • self-awareness and emotional intelligence. School of Public Health Study Overseas Faculty of Engineering, Computer School of Psychology and Mathematical Sciences We are committed to providing all students with opportunities to study internationally. Australian School of Petroleum Faculty of Sciences Students have the possibility of a ‘third School of Chemical Engineering School of Agriculture, Food and Wine country experience’ through a range of programs, including student exchange, study School of Civil, Environmental and School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences Mining Engineering tours, summer and winter schools, internships School of Biological Sciences and placements. With planning, there is no School of Computer Science need to extend a degree to accommodate School of Physical Sciences these experiences. Credit is usually awarded School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering for the study undertaken. School of Mathematical Sciences * Includes the disciplines of: Art History, Classics, Students participating in an exchange program School of Mechanical Engineering Archaeology and Ancient History, English and Creative Writing, French Studies, German Studies, History, remain enrolled as full-time students at the Linguistics, Media, Philosophy and Spanish Studies. University of Adelaide while overseas, and Faculty of the Professions ^ Includes the disciplines of: Anthropology and continue to pay their usual tuition fees. They Development Studies; Asian Studies; Sociology, do not pay tuition fees at the host university. Adelaide Business School# Criminology and Gender Studies; Geography, There are many exciting opportunities in the Environment and Population; Politics and Adelaide Law School Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific region and Africa. International Relations. School of Architecture and Built Environment # Includes the Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation To discover more, visit: and Innovation Centre (ECIC). adelaide.edu.au/study-overseas School of Economics The University of Adelaide 7 CAMPUSES The University of Adelaide has three campuses in South Australia: North Terrace, Roseworthy and Waite. North Terrace The University’s main campus on North Terrace is renowned for its historic architecture and lively atmosphere. Located in the heart of Adelaide’s central business and shopping district, the campus is adjacent to the State Library, Festival Theatre, South Australian Museum, Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide Zoo, and Botanic Gardens. The University’s Adelaide Health and Medical Sciences building is also within walking distance, in the South Australian Health and Biomedical Precinct. Waite The Waite campus is home to the internationally renowned Waite Research Institute—the largest agricultural research institute in the southern hemisphere and third largest in the world. A number of research partners are also co-located Roseworthy there. Staff and students work closely with these Roseworthy campus is an internationally organisations, providing a unique opportunity renowned centre for excellence in dryland for collaboration