Study at Australia’s first Co-operative university.
Ready for opportunity in regional Victoria?
Career confidence doesn't just come from passing assignments, it comes from working in real environments.
Because you can't test a theory with a textbook or check a pulse from a page, reading can't teach you how deals are done, and a strong CV can't write itself.
So whatever you study, Federation University guarantees cooperate internships in every course.
If you're ready for opportunity in regional Victoria, let the real work begin at Federation University Australia.
Explore our courses
Apply as an international student
If you're keen to take a pathway, or study an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) course, find out whether you're eligible and what the application process involves.
Scholarship opportunities
Our international scholarships are here to support your journey – some are even automatic, no extra forms needed!
International students starting in July 2026 are eligible for a discount on tuition fees for Semester 1 of their second year. Don’t miss out!
Why choose Federation?
With vibrant campuses located across regional Victoria and a city campus in the heart of Melbourne, you'll live and learn an authentic Australian study experience.
Alongside offering guaranteed Co-operative paid placements in every course, our student support is deeply personalised, providing world-class academic and personal care from day one.
How Federation University helped Janvi achieve more than just an IT degree.
"Federation felt right because the classes are small, the campus felt welcoming, and I knew I'd have support here. You never feel like just another student. Everyone genuinely wants you to succeed."
— Janvi Abrol, Bachelor of Information Technology student
Ready to learn and earn?
With our unique Co-operative education model you can earn while you learn. We integrate paid work internships into every course, so you can start putting your skills into practice sooner.
We work closely with industry and the community to ensure we’re educating and training students for the future of work. That’s why our graduates get jobs.
We are Victoria’s #1 university for postgraduate and #2 for undergraduate employment in Victoria (QILT, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023).
Explore our campuses
Feel comfortable where you're studying and be a part of our inclusive community.
Ballarat
We have four campuses in Ballarat. Each location has discipline-specific facilities, a tight-knit community of students...
Ballarat
Berwick
Berwick is all landscaped grounds and modern architecture, but it’s only 40km from the Melbourne CBD. You can study in...
Berwick
Gippsland
Gippsland is set on 60 lush hectares (yes, there’s a lake), and Churchill is right next door (it'll only take you about...
Gippsland
Melbourne City
The Melbourne City Campus is located in the heart of Melbourne’s vibrant CBD....
Melbourne City
Student accommodation
Make campus your home with accommodation options to suit everyone. You’ll have a safe, convenient and comfortable place to stay, with everything you need to feel supported.
Living on campus not only helps you settle in faster; it will also set you up for success in your studies.
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