University of the Sunshine Coast, Adelaide

Adelaide, Australia

"UniSC degrees in the Adelaide CBD, run with ECA"

Public University Campus (with ECA) ICT, Cyber Security & Education 🌐 www.unisc.edu.au https://www.unisc.edu.au

At a Glance

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Ranking #851 (QS)
PSW VISA 2-3 years (subclass 485)
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About University of the Sunshine Coast, Adelaide

UniSC Adelaide is a University of the Sunshine Coast campus at 182 Victoria Square in the Adelaide CBD, run with the Education Centre of Australia (ECA). It opened on 12 November 2024 with 70 students in its first group. It teaches ICT, cyber security and forensics, and early childhood education, and students graduate with a UniSC degree.

Rankings & Recognition

#851
QS World University Rankings 2026 UniSC is ranked in the 851-900 band of the QS World University Rankings 2027.

UniSC is ranked in the 851-900 band of the QS World University Rankings 2027.

Accreditations & Memberships

Regional Universities Network (RUN) Delivered with Education Centre of Australia (ECA)

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of the Sunshine Coast, Adelaide's global standing for that metric.

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Key Facts

1994 UniSC Founded
12 Nov 2024 Adelaide Opened
70 students First Cohort
851-900 QS 2027 (UniSC)
Education Centre of Australia Partner

Popular Programs

Information and Communications Technology Cyber Security and Forensics Early Childhood Education

Application Details

Application Route Via ECA or UniSC online
Intakes (2025) February and July
IELTS - Undergraduate 6.0 (min 5.5 each)
IELTS - Postgraduate 6.5 (min 6.0 each)

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS - Undergraduate
6.0 (min 5.5 each)
TOEFL iBT - Undergraduate
76 (writing 18)
PTE - Undergraduate
50 (no score below 50)
IELTS - Postgraduate
6.5 (min 6.0 each)
TOEFL iBT - Postgraduate
85 (writing 21)
PTE - Postgraduate
58 (no score below 54)

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate —
I-20 Processing Student visa (subclass 500)
Post-Study Work 2-3 years (subclass 485)
Green Card Pathway Skilled migration (points test)

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship 15% of tuition

Career Outcomes

88% Placement Ratio
2-3 years (subclass 485) Post-Study Work

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

UniSC Academic Staff (2024) — 471 —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

UniSC Adelaide is at 182 Victoria Square, Adelaide SA 5000, in the middle of the Adelaide CBD.

Campus Details

Victoria Square campus
Adelaide CBD

Campus Forecast

Adelaide CBD Victoria Square Central Market Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers

Student Life & Housing

Housing

Adelaide CBD student apartments and rentals

Dining

Adelaide Central Market and CBD food courts nearby

Health & Wellness

OSHC health cover required; on-campus health and counselling

Activities & Clubs

ECA student events Adelaide festivals and city life

Diversity & Demographics

First Cohort (2024) 70 students

Cost Deep-Dive

Bachelor of ICT (2025) AUD 26,750 / year
Master of ICT (2025) AUD 29,990 / year
Master Cyber Sec. (2025) AUD 29,990 / year
B Ed Early Childhood (2025) AUD 31,030 / year
Living Cost (Govt minimum) AUD 29,710 / year

Intakes & Deadlines

In 2025 the ICT and cyber security courses started in February and the early childhood course in July.

Scholarships at University of the Sunshine Coast, Adelaide

1 scholarship available

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All Levels 15% off tuition

UniSC International Students Scholarship (Adelaide)

Deadline: Ask counsellor

These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate Year 12 equivalent; IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each).
Postgraduate Bachelor's degree; IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 each).

English Proficiency

IELTS - Undergraduate

6.0 (min 5.5 each)

TOEFL iBT - Undergraduate

76 (writing 18)

PTE - Undergraduate

50 (no score below 50)

IELTS - Postgraduate

6.5 (min 6.0 each)

TOEFL iBT - Postgraduate

85 (writing 21)

PTE - Postgraduate

58 (no score below 54)

Required Documents

Passport copy Academic transcripts Year 12 or degree certificate English test result (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) Statement of purpose (Genuine Student) CV (postgraduate) Financial capacity evidence OSHC health cover

Application Process

1
Choose course
Pick a course on unisc.edu.au and check its entry and English requirements.
2
Apply online
Apply through ECA or the UniSC online application and upload your documents.
3
Get your offer
Receive a conditional or full offer letter.
4
Accept & pay
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and buy OSHC to receive your CoE.
5
Student visa
Apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with your CoE and Genuine Student statement.
6
Arrive & enrol
Arrive in Australia, attend orientation and finish enrolment.

Campus & Location

UniSC Adelaide is at 182 Victoria Square, Adelaide SA 5000, in the middle of the Adelaide CBD.

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📍 Adelaide
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 2 years
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