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Living in Adelaide
Living in Adelaide is easy and convenient. The city offers an efficient public transport system, including buses, trains, and trams, with many routes directly connecting to universities and key areas. Adelaide also offers a diverse range of student accommodation options to suit your preferences and budget.
Adelaide Town Hall 2 mins walk
Adelaide Central Market 7 mins walk
City Library 9 mins walk
Rundle Mall 9 mins walk
Chinatown 10 mins walk
Art Gallery of South Australia 14 mins walk
Adelaide Riverbank 17 mins walk
Australian Space Discovery Centre 20 mins walk
River Torrens 20 mins walk
Adelaide Oval 20 mins walk
Adelaide Botanic Garden 22 mins walk
Adelaide offers a diverse range ofstudent accommodation to suit your preferences and budget. Whether you seek the convenience of shared apartments or the welcoming atmosphere of a homestay, you'll discover the ideal place to call home. The city's efficient public transportation system ensures effortless commutes between your accommodation, campus, and Adelaide's vibrant attractions.
StudyAdelaide is a proud supporter of the Student Accommodation Association (SAA), a national organisation that promotes the value of quality accommodation that is provided for the exclusive use of students.
Students are encouraged to consider a National Property Accreditation Scheme (NPAS) accredited student accommodation option as these properties have been assessed by SAA to meet a minimum set of industry standards.
Purpose-built student accommodation
Purpose-built student accommodation (or PBSA) are purpose-built student housing for students from any institution. They offer a variety of facilities and accommodation styles, including fully furnished rooms and are located off-campus.
Please note: The University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) does not provide student accommodation or screen information, nor does it act as an agent in the provision of accommodation information. It is your responsibility to determine whether the housing arrangements are suitable. Any person utilising third party information, such as the student accommodation provider information, is advised to read UniSC's Disclaimer.
Adelaide brings you closer to your dream job.
Get closer to what you want to achieve in your career. Adelaide’s strong ties between industry and education create many job opportunities, from internships and part-time work to graduate roles.
Adelaide is future-focused, meaning you’ll be prepared for whatever comes next in your field of study. You'll have opportunities to forge industry connections with employers while developing practical, real-world skills that help you to succeed in your dream job.
When you study in Adelaide, you may be able to access more favourable rights to study, work and live here after graduation.
Australia has strict workplace laws. The Fair Work Ombudsman it there to provide you with information on your workplace rights, obligations and entitlements, and assist you when there is a problem.
Any student who is unsure of their pay and entitlements or believes they have been underpaid while working in Australian can contact the Fair Work Ombudsman, free of charge, for information and assistance recovering unpaid entitlements.
The Fair Work Infoline (13 13 94) has a translation and interpreter service available and their website has professionally translated materials to assist students.
Adelaide's integrated public transport system makes getting around simple and convenient. Take advantage of an extensive network of buses, trains, and trams that connect you to the university, the city centre, and the beautiful surrounding areas. International students often benefit fromdiscounted and free travel passes, further enhancing the city's affordability.
Adelaide Metro is Adelaide’s public transport which covers the entire metropolitan region. It includes buses, trains and trams that run from the city to the inner and outer suburbs.
If you’re a full-time student using public transport regularly, you can buy a metroCARD which will allow you to ride on Adelaide’s buses, trains and trams at a discount.
