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Federation University Australia

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ABN 51818692256|Mt Helen, VIC 3350|www.federation.edu.auACNC Register →
Revenue
$295.9M
Total Assets
$836.3M
Staff FTE
1411
Volunteers
146

About

Federation University Australia is a large university based in Victoria, known as Australia's First Co-operative University. It provides higher education across diverse disciplines including business, health, science, engineering, and arts, with a distinctive co-operative education model that embeds workplace placements in every course. The university prioritizes access for first-generation students, regional and remote communities, First Nations peoples, and financially disadvantaged learners, offering scholarships and support services to remove barriers to education.

Programs (4)

Federation Co-op

Co-operative education model embedding workplace placements and experiential learning in every course to provide real-world experience and earning opportunities.

First Nations Education Programs

Targeted support and pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, including reconciliation initiatives and Indigenous cultural recognition.

Student Scholarships and Financial Support

Scholarships, bequests, and donation programs designed to help disadvantaged students access and complete their studies.

Pathways and Entry Programs

Flexible entry routes and bridging programs enabling diverse learners, including those from rural, remote, and non-traditional backgrounds, to access higher education.

Outcomes

First Generation Student Enrolments: Ranked #1 in Australia for first generation student enrolments
University Rankings: Ranked #175 in the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024
Graduate Employment Rate: 80% of undergraduate students in full-time employment 4-6 months after course completion
Graduate Starting Salary: Ranked #1 in Victoria for undergraduate starting salary

ACNC Financial History

YearRevenueExpensesAssetsStaff
FY2023$295.9M$376.9M$836.3M1411 FTE + 146 vol
FY2022$266.0M$308.1M$905.5M1332 FTE + 117 vol
FY2021$325.8M$292.7M$950.8M1351 FTE + 59 vol
FY2020$342.1M$339.4M$856.5M1367 FTE + 141 vol
FY2019$408.0M$371.6M$844.3M1427 FTE + 188 vol
FY2018$330.5M$324.3M$805.7M1316 FTE + 85 vol
FY2017$268.3M$212.8M$661.5M1276 FTE + 80 vol
7yr historySource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

Education
Beneficiaries
First NationsAdultsEthnic GroupsFinancially DisadvantagedGeneral CommunityDisabilityRural & RemoteYouth

Domains

educationfirst nationsyouthcommunity developmentdisabilityhealth

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Data Sources

Enrichment: medium
Last enriched: 28 May 2026
Registered: 3 December 2012
Latest financials: FY2023
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