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Feeling mid?

Switch things up and start studying mid-year at Federation.
Semester 2 starts 21 July 2025. 

Feeling mid? We can help with that. 

Need a career change?
 
Our industry-designed courses will kickstart your career with real projects and paid placements. We’ll help you build the skills and connections for a career you'll love.
Want to show the boss who’s boss?
 
Study at Federation to level up, build confidence and take the lead. With a qualification in hand and industry professionals by your side, you’ll go far.
Big ambitions, but need a hand? 
 
We get it – you've got big career goals, but starting uni sounds intense. With smaller classes, genuine support and a tight-knit community, you're ready to succeed.
Has uni become a yawn fest?
 
Not into the city vibes? Maybe it's time for a change. Switch to Federation and get smaller classes, personalised support and local connections – all closer to home.

Mid-year key dates

Why wait until the new year to make a change? Mid-year entry is the perfect time to take that first step. Apply today and start as early as July.
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Are you a domestic student?
 
 
Domestic applications are now open. Apply by 13 July and start Semester 2 2025.
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Are you an international student?
 
International applications are open.
If you're outside Australia without a student visa, apply by 9 May 2025.
If you're already living in Australia with a valid student visa, apply by 11 July 2025.

Let's make your credit transfer seamless

Why wait for 2026 when you’re already halfway there? You don't want to start from the start, you've already come so far.  
If you've completed a TAFE course or a semester elsewhere, your prior learning could count towards a degree at Federation (you can finish sooner).

Why study mid-year at Federation?

At Federation we’re in it with you, breaking down educational barriers to accelerate your progress. Here no one is left behind – from our students to industry and regional communities, we’ve got your back. 
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#1
in Victoria for starting salary (undergraduate).
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5 stars
for skills development.
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#1
in Victoria for student-teacher ratio.
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Over 300
courses across TAFE, undergraduate and postgraduate, as well as world-class research.
Unlike the bustling, impersonal nature of city life, Federation University gave me the opportunity to bond with locals and fellow students in a close-knit environment. "
— Bora Chea

Find your campus

Federation University is Victoria's premier regional university. We're close to home, connected to local businesses and proud of it. With campuses across the state, we offer world-class tertiary experiences right on your doorstep.

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Ballarat

We have four campuses in Ballarat. Each location has discipline-specific facilities, a tight-knit community of students...

Ballarat
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Berwick

Berwick is all landscaped grounds and modern architecture, but it’s only 40km from the Melbourne CBD. You can study in...

Berwick
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Gippsland

Gippsland is set on 60 luscious hectares (yes, there’s a lake), and Churchill is right next door. After studying in...

Gippsland
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Wimmera

Wimmera has a vocational training focus. There’s a hairdressing salon, a nursing training centre, construction workshops...

Wimmera

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