At Federation University, the desire to transform lives and enhance communities informs everything we do. From research that improves people’s lives right around the world, to supporting our students to succeed at their studies and in life, Federation University makes a difference. 

Our campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Brisbane, Gippsland and the Wimmera joined to became Federation University in 2014. A new entity bringing together almost 150 years of history from our predecessor institutions. 

As a young university, Federation have the energy and optimism of youth combined with the knowledge and experience that comes from our history as one of the oldest universities in Australia, dating back to 1870. 

The people who make up the living and breathing heart of Federation University are a diverse community with over 24,000 domestic and international students and 110,000 alumni across Australia and the world. We are creating a Federation of independent thinkers and of like-minded individuals who are determined to make their mark.