Located on Australia’s southern coastline just north of the Fleurieu Peninsula beneath the Lofty Mountain Ranges, Adelaide is from the outset notorious for its scenic beauty. Having been inhabited by the aboriginal Kaurna nation for many centuries, the area was settled on by British colonialists in the early 19th century, who then established the planned city of Adelaide as a new capital of the South Australian province.

Today Adelaide is home to nearly 2 million citizens, making it officially the fifth largest city in Australia. It is perennially ranked as one of the most livable cities in the world because of its laid back culture, economic prosperity, cultural richness, and efficient city planning. Home to many important global companies and financial institutions as well as the government of South Australia, Adelaide is also a very important commercial and administrative hub to the region.

Foreign students who study abroad in Adelaide may experience a degree of culture shock at first as they adapt to their new surroundings, but the relaxed culture and overwhelming friendliness of locals will have you feeling right at home in no time. With a vibrant nightlife along with many great museums, theaters, galleries, concert venues, and the like, Adelaide boasts endless opportunities for both work and play.