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Federation University Australia (FedUni)

Queensland, Australia
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  • Public Type
  • 18,481 Students
  • 8 Faculties
  • 1994Founded
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  • YesDistance learning

About

Federation University Australia (FedUni) is a public university based in Victoria, Australia. It is the modern descendant of the School of Mines Ballarat, established in 1870 as the fourth tertiary institution in Australia, which evolved to form the modern university as it is today. Formerly known as the University of Ballarat, it changed its name to Federation University in 2014 as it became a multi-campus institution with a strong presence both in Ballarat and across the state.

Acronym FedUni
Nickname FedUni
Motto / Slogan Dare to be Different
Colour Blue
Mascot Fedfalcons
Founded 1994
Location Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Address University Drive, Mount Helen VIC 3350, Australia

Mission

To provide innovative and integrated lifelong learning, job skills and impactful research that enable people and communities to prosper locally, regionally and globally.

Vision

The vision is to deliver world-class tertiary education that has a positive impact on our graduates and the wider community

Federation University Australia

Objectives

The objectives is to deliver world-class tertiary education that has a positive impact on our graduates and the wider community. We plan to achieve net zero emissions by 2033 by changing the way we use our campuses and introducing renewable energy sources.

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

  • Humanities and social sciences.
  • Engineering.
  • Business.
  • Science and mathematics.
  • Education and early childhood.
  • Nursing, midwifery and paramedicine.
  • Psychology.
  • Performing arts.

Reasons to Study at Federation University Australia

  1. Flexible study

    Fitting study into your life might seem impossible. But at Federation, there are always options. Full time too much? You might be able to drop a unit. On campus not working for you? Check to see if your course is offered online.  

  2. Real support

    It’s okay to ask for help. They encourage it, in fact. And they know that support needs to be holistic, so they have a huge range of free academic, financial and wellbeing services. 


     

  3. Industry connections

    Their close links with major industry players mean you’ll learn relevant work skills and get real-world experience. Plus, you’ll graduate with one foot in the door.  

  4. Financial assistance

    Going to uni might not be as expensive as you think. There are scholarships, for a start. And government funding. Free TAFE options. Paid placements. HELP loans.

     


     

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

Supporting Documents

  • Academic transcripts from all previous studies (provided in both the original language and English) 
  • Graduation certificates / official awards (provided in both the original language and English) 
  • Evidence that you meet the minimum English language requirement for your course (Academic IELTS results or equivalent) 
  • Copies of your passport and all Australian visas (if applicable) 
  • Confirmation of Enrolments (CoEs) from any studies in Australia 
  • Any other relevant documents you would like them to consider (e.g. letters from schools or employers, a statement of purpose or your CV/resume). 

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

Supporting Documents

  • Academic transcripts from all previous studies (provided in both the original language and English) 
  • Graduation certificates / official awards (provided in both the original language and English) 
  • Evidence that you meet the minimum English language requirement for your course (Academic IELTS results or equivalent) 
  • Copies of your passport and all Australian visas (if applicable) 
  • Confirmation of Enrolments (CoEs) from any studies in Australia 
  • Any other relevant documents you would like them to consider (e.g. letters from schools or employers, a statement of purpose or your CV/resume). 

How To Apply For Admission

Applications are made directly to the school via the online application portal StudyLink.

Admission Contacts

Phone : +61 3 5327 9018

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Campus Tour

Facilities

  • Classrooms
  • Library
  • Laboratory
  • Research Center
  • Accommodation
  • Sports
  • Gym
  • ICT
  • Place of Worship
  • Cafeteria
  • Library: Federation University Australia libraries offer diverse study spaces (silent, group, booths, carrels), tech (computers, Wi-Fi, A/V), printing/photocopying, and online resources (QuickSearch, databases, e-journals) across campuses like Mt Helen, Gippsland, and Wimmera, plus 24/7 access areas and remote support for online learners, focusing on academic support through liaison librarians, research guides, and resource booking systems. 
  • Accommodation: Federation University Australia offers on-campus housing like the FedUni Student Village (shared/private rooms, WiFi, kitchens), University Hall (shared, security, laundry), and Federation Apartments (private, kitchens, study spaces), focusing on convenience, security, and essential facilities like WiFi, kitchens, and study areas for a supported student living experience, with options ranging from catered to self-catered. 
  • Gym: The new and improved Federation University Health and Fitness Centre is located within the Health and Sports Precinct - building P at the Mt Helen Campus. The gym features the latest equipment from Technogym and provides our members with an outstanding user experience.
  • Sports: The University's sports facilities include a heated indoor pool, fully-equipped fitness centre and gymnasium, sports oval, tennis courts and bush-walking trails. Additional spaces are also be available for you to relax and unwind, including common spaces with table tennis, pool tables and more.
  • Place of Worship: Federation University Australia offers dedicated multi-faith prayer rooms/spaces at key campuses, including Gippsland (Building 1N) and Mt Helen (Building U), plus chaplaincy services for spiritual support, prayer, and connecting with communities, ensuring inclusive facilities for diverse faith needs across its locations. 
  • Laboratory: Federation University Australia offers diverse, high-tech laboratory facilities supporting research in areas like water science, engineering, and biotechnology, featuring advanced equipment for geotechnical testing (triaxial, shear), water quality analysis (WRN labs), and biotech techniques, alongside modern campus labs for student practicals, providing hands-on experience in data analysis and management, with a focus on quality assurance (NATA standards) for real-world applications. 


 


 


 


 


 

School Contact

Address

University Drive, Mount Helen VIC 3350, Australia

Phone Number

+61 3 5327 9018

Website Address

https://www.federation.edu.au/

Accreditations

TEQSA

Vice Chancellor

Professor Duncan Bentley

Having grown up on coffee plantations and game reserves in Africa, Duncan champions adoption of technologies to support sustainability. He completed a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws at the University of Cape Town. He went on to complete a Master of Laws from the University of London, Master of Laws (Corporate and Commercial) and PhD from Bond University. He comes to Federation from a distin... read more
guished academic career at Swinburne University as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), where he led the academic, international, online and Indigenous portfolios.


 


 

Academic Staff

  • Fatemeh Javidan

    Senior Lecturer Fatemeh Javidan is a lecturer in Structural Engineering at Federation University, Australia. Prior to that, she was a Research Fellow at the Department of Civil Engineering and the ARC Nanocomm Hub, M... read more
    onash University. Fatemeh studied Bachelor of Civil Engineering graduating in 2008 followed by Master of Structural Engineering graduating in 2012. She completed her PhD of Structural Engineering at Monash University in 2017. Throughout her research career, she has conducted projects in collaboration with industrial partners such as SSAB steel company, BAO Engineering, etc.


     

  • Moshood Onifade

    Associate Professor Moshood Onifade is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Innovation, Science and Sustainability, Federation University Australia (FedUni). Before his appointment at FedUni, he was an Associate Pr... read more
    ofessor and Chair of Mining at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa until December 2023. He also held the position of Associate Professor at the University of Namibia and a Lecturer position at the Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria. Moshood was a Postdoctoral Fellow at WITS University, South Africa. Moshood is a Mining Engineer with over 15 years of professional experience in the mining industry spread across academia and consulting. Moshood has been recognized as a leading expert in mining engineering, spontaneous combustion and coal applications.


     

  • Bryce Magnuson

    Lecturer After completing his undergraduate and Honours degree at the Gippsland campus, Bryce began working as a sessional academic during his PhD, taking tutorials and lectures across the Marketing discipline... read more
    . He continued to work predominately at the Gippsland campus after graduating, while occasionally teaching at partner universities in both Hong Kong and China. At the beginning of 2018 Bryce started a new full-time role at Federation University’s Berwick Campus as a Marketing Lecturer.
  • Dr Christine Peacock

    Senior Lecturer Dr Christine Peacock is a Senior Lecturer in Law at Federation University, with over 17 years’ experience teaching undergraduate and postgraduate law units. She is the Course Coordinator of undergra... read more
    duate business degrees and has played a key role in developing the Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Business Transformation and Bachelor of Professional Accounting degrees. Christine is a member of the Tax Institute Higher Education Teaching and Learning Committee and has previously held academic positions at RMIT University, Deakin University, and Monash University.


     

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History

On 6 September 2013, the Victorian Parliament passed legislation to establish Federation University Australia. The name change officially began in 2014. The then Vice-Chancellor justified the name change as an attempt to broaden the reach of the university nationally and internationally, and in fairness to the campuses outside Ballarat. Other names considered were Eureka University, Robert Menzies University, and Vida Goldstein University and several others, before narrowing down the choice to two names: State University of Victoria or Federation University Australia. After consultation with the community and over 100 stakeholders, the present name was decided upon.