Through our strong-willed attitude, our desire is to make a difference in a positive way and inspire those around us. This is what drives our success and sets us apart. We are the Federation Generation.
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Bachelor's programmes
Business & Management (10)
- Bachelor Business
- Bachelor Business - Honours
- Bachelor Business - Management
- Bachelor Business - Marketing
- Bachelor Commerce
- Bachelor Commerce - Accounting
- Bachelor Commerce - Business
- Bachelor Commerce - Honours
- Bachelor Commerce - Law
- Bachelor Human Resource Management
Medicine & Health (10)
- Bachelor Biomedical Science
- Bachelor Food and Nutritional Science
- Bachelor Health Sciences
- Bachelor Health and Physical Education
- Bachelor Nursing
- Bachelor Nursing
- B.Sc. Science - Honours
- Bachelor Veterinary and Wildlife Science
Computer Science & IT (7)
- Bachelor Information Technology
Education & Training (7)
- Bachelor Arts - Education
- Bachelor Community and Human Services
- Bachelor Education - Primary
- Bachelor Education - Primary and Secondary
- Bachelor Education Studies
- Bachelor Mathematical Sciences - Education
- Bachelor Science - Education
Engineering & Technology (5)
- Bachelor Biomedical Science
- Bachelor Engineering - Civil - Honours
- Bachelor Engineering - Mechanical - Honours
- Bachelor Engineering - Mining - Honours
Arts, Design & Architecture (4)
- B.A. Arts
- B.A. Arts - Honour
- Bachelor Contemporary Performance Practice
- Bachelor Creative Arts - Honours
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (4)
- Bachelor Exercise and Sport Science
- Bachelor Health and Physical Education
- Bachelor Hospitality - Management
- Bachelor Sport Management
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (4)
- Bachelor Biotechnology
- Bachelor Mathematical Science
- Bachelor Mathematical Sciences - Education
- B.Sc. Science - Honours
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (3)
- Bachelor Geoscience
- Bachelor Outdoor and Environmental Education
Social Sciences (3)
- Bachelor Communication Design
- Bachelor Psychological Science
- Bachelor Psychological Science
Law (2)
- Bachelor Commerce - Law
- B.A. Criminal Justice
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- Bachelor Food and Nutritional Science
About
History
The university has a distinguished history as the University of Ballarat, one of Australia’s oldest higher education institutions. It became Federation University Australia in January 2014 upon amalgamation with Monash University’s Gippsland Campus.
The University's history dating back to 1870 has been documented and is available for viewing.
Education
Federation University Australia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land where its campuses and centres are located. It has set in place measures to address the disadvantage experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in education, employment and opportunity. It has formalised this commitment in the University's Compact with the Australian Government and in its policies, procedures and actions. The University seeks to provide a learning and working environment that promotes and values diversity and offers equality of access and opportunity to all.
Research
- We transform lives and enhance communities with research that has regional, national and global impact. We focus our research in key areas to maximise these impacts.
- We have research facilities at Ballarat Technology Park (Greenhill and SMB), Gippsland and at our environmental research station at Nanya (far western New South Wales).
- We bring together teams from cross-disciplinary backgrounds into highly-focused centres of research endeavour.
- We provide excellent support and services for our higher degree by research students. Whether you choose a masters or doctoral degree, you will find a stimulating and rewarding culture to help you deliver results in your research.
Career
The Student Careers and Employment Service has some great resources to help students plan for their career, get part-time work whilst studying, and get that all-important graduate position.
Funded by the Student Services Amenities Fee we are here to assist students gain the skills to:
- Develop effective and eye-catching application documents (resumés, cover letters or emails, selection criteria etc)
- Sell skills and experiences at an interview
- Mock interviews for you to practice before a real job interview
- Make informed career decisions
- Plan for a successful career in their chosen discipline area, and;
- Manage a successful career into the future.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The Student Support and Services (SSS) Portfolio provides essential services and specialist advice in support of the University's teaching and learning, research and consultancy, and community engagement activities.
Housing services
The FedUni Living Residences offer comfortable, single fully furnished bedrooms. Communal living areas consist of TV/Lounge room and fully equipped kitchens. Laundry facilities are also available at all residences.
Library services
The Library is committed to supporting students to stay in their programs of study by providing targeted and mobile services. We will make it easier for you to reach us when you need to and encourage independence through self-service functions. We are proud that while we provide increasing self-service options that you still appreciate friendly face to face service and value our staff.
ICT services
ICT Services is responsible for several key databases and the underlying electronic information infrastructure. ICT Services plays a proactive role in planning for the future electronic information and communication needs of the University in an environment that is both dynamic and rapidly expanding.
Medical services
The campus nurse provides free, confidential consultations to all students and Federation University Australia staff.
Student Life
Campus life
FedUni is regional Victoria's largest education institution, with campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland and the Wimmera providing easy access to study, and approximately 1200 staff committed to teaching excellence and student support.
Sports facilities
The Student Engagement Office provides many opportunities for FedUni students to participate in sport and recreational activities both on and off campus. Participating in our programs not only allows you to have fun and keep active, but also helps you to broaden your social network by meeting new people and making new friends.
Student clubs
Here at FedUni, we are committed to supporting our student clubs and societies. We have a range of resources available to assist you in starting up a new club, supporting an existing club or helping to connect you with a club that matches your interests.Some of the current clubs and societies include:
- Arts Society
- AusIMM Ballarat Student Chapter
- Biomed Club
- DPI Graphics Club
- Green Room
- Geology Society
- Golden Key International Honour Society
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
Its like a sinosuidal wave talking about my study life but whenever I had thought it would be so tough I have achieved good result so I believe there comes good time after every hard time 😊😊
An Awesome University to Learn
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Academic staff were really helpful and delivery of course.
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