Adelaide University was formed via the landmark merger of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia in  2026. Adelaide University is a premier, world-leading public research institution and a core member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight (Go8), created through the historic integration of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia. Operating as a major multiversity across multi-campus footprints in metropolitan Adelaide—including flagship North Terrace, City West, Mawson Lakes, Waite, and Roseworthy hubs—the university combines elite sandstone academic heritage with dynamic, modern vocational excellence. Educating over 70,000 students, the institution stands as one of Australia's largest and most resource-rich higher education providers, backed by a dedicated AUD $400+ million state endowment for research and international student support. Adelaide University commands international acclaim across its flagship faculties, holding top global reputations for Mining & Petroleum Engineering, Nursing, Computer Science, Wine Business, and Agricultural Sciences. By blending world-shaping research capacity with embedded industry placements and guaranteed graduate career outcomes, Adelaide University delivers immediate global workforce impact across domestic and international markets.