About
Today, Federation University is proud to have more than 23,000 domestic and international students and 110,000 past students across Australia and the world. They also invite people from all backgrounds and cultures into their supportive, inclusive, and thriving community.
Federation University is Victoria’s largest education institution, with campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Brisbane, Gippsland, and Wimmera, providing easy access to study. The university has approximately 1,300 staff committed to teaching excellence and student support.
Not only is Federation University highly ranked in Australia, but they are also ranked in the top 250 young universities in the world as rated by Times Higher Education. The university also celebrates diversity, particularly valuing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural heritage, knowledge, and perspectives.
While responsive to emerging opportunities, Federation University acts with integrity. The University takes responsibility for achieving high standards and creating a supportive environment to take informed risks in pursuit of success.

Top courses
Deadlines, entry requirements & more
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Doctor of Philosophy in Business
Upcoming intake
March (04/03/2024)
Deadline
February (25/02/2024)
Academic Requirement
Entry requirements:Bachelor degree and subsequent additional honours degree (first or second class); or Masters by Research degree; or current Federation University Australia Masters by Research candidate with sufficient research capability to demonstrate PhD capacity, assessed via formal Confirmation of Candidature process; or Honourse equivalence, for applicants who have completed a Master by coursework or have appropriate professional experience.All students must have previously completed a thesis or dissertation demonstrating the ability to undertake research at a PhD level.English language requirement:Overall Academic IELTS: Overall 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)TOEFL iBT : 79 - 93 with minimums: Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18, Writing 271Pearson (PTE) : Overall 58 (no band less than 50)Cambridge-CAE : Overall 176 (no band less than 169)View course in-platform -
Master of Business Administration in International Business
Upcoming intake
March (04/03/2024)
Deadline
February (25/02/2024)
Academic Requirement
Entry requirements:Successful completion of Bachelor degree or equivalent professional qualification, or overseas equivalent. Applicants holding other academic qualifications and/or significant managerial work experience may also be granted.English language requirement:Overall Academic IELTS: Overall 6.0 (no band less than 6.0)TOEFL iBT : 60- 78 with minimums: Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18, Writing 21Pearson (PTE) : Overall 50 (no band less than 50)Cambridge-CAE : Overall 169 (no band less than 169)View course in-platform -
Master of Professional Accounting
Upcoming intake
March (04/03/2024)
Deadline
February (25/02/2024)
Academic Requirement
Entry requirements:Completion of an undergraduate degree in a non-accounting discipline or equivalentThis program is intended for applicants with an undergraduate degree in a non-accounting discipline who are looking for a career in professional accounting. It can also meet the needs of people who have significant experience working in accounting and who now wish to increase their knowledge, skills, and recognition and employment options by having a high-level qualification in this area. In exceptional circumstances, applicants who do not have a bachelor's degree may be admitted on the basis of relevant work experience, and demonstrated capacity to undertake the program as determined by Federation Business School, following an evaluationof their academic and professional skills.English language requirement:Overall Academic IELTS: Overall 6.0 (no band less than 6.0)TOEFL iBT : 60- 78 with minimums: Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18, Writing 21Pearson (PTE) : Overall 50 (no band less than 50)Cambridge-CAE : Overall 169 (no band less than 169)View course in-platform -
Master of Public Health
Upcoming intake
March (04/03/2024)
Deadline
February (25/02/2024)
Academic Requirement
Entry requirements:Successful completion of a 3 year Australian Bachelor degree or overseas equivalent; or other university qualification and appropriate industry experience.You may exit the program at 12 months and receive a Graduate Diploma of Public Health (CRICOS code 102483E) , following the completion of 120 credit points, or exit the program at 6 months and receive a Graduate Certificate in Public Health (CRICOS code 102484D), following the completion of 60 credit points.English language requirement:Overall Academic IELTS: Overall 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)TOEFL iBT : 79 - 93 with minimums: Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18, Writing 271Pearson (PTE) : Overall 58 (no band less than 50)Cambridge-CAE : Overall 176 (no band less than 169)View course in-platform -
English and Academic Preparation 3 (15 weeks)
Upcoming intake
September (01/09/2024)
Deadline
August (24/08/2024)
Academic Requirement
English RequirementsIntermediate for students with IELTS 5.5 overall (with no band less than 5.0); or equivalentAdvanced for students with IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band less than 5.5); or equivalentGraduate for students with IELTS 6.5 overall (with no band less than 6.0); or equivalentView course in-platform -
English and Academic Preparation 2 (10 weeks)
Upcoming intake
April (22/04/2024)
Deadline
April (14/04/2024)
Academic Requirement
English Requirements:Intermediate - for students with IELTS 5.5 overall (with no band less than 5.5); IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band less than 5.0); or equivalent.Advanced - for students with IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band less than 6.0); or IELTS 6.5 overall (with no band less than 5.5); or equivalent.Graduate - for students with IELTS 6.5 overall (with no band less than 6.5); or IELTS 7.0 overall (with no band less than 6.0); or equivalent.View course in-platform
Mandatory documents
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Application
- Academic: Transcripts & Certificates
- Identity: Passport Certified Adventus for University Application
- Student Authorization: Permission to share and process personal data
- Application: Questionnaire
- Application: GTE Screening Form/SSVF
Scholarships
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Scholarships
- Prospective Student Accommodation Support Scholarship 2024 - $1,000 AUD per semester for two semesters (Total annual value $2,000 AUD).
- Federation Excellence Scholarship – Global - This scholarship is equivalent to 20% of the annual tuition fees.
- Federation Pathways Scholarship - The Federation Pathways Scholarship is equivalent to 20% of the annual tuition fees of a pathway course such as Foundation or Higher Education Diploma.
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