- One created for the common good and built to expand opportunity in all its forms. Ranked in the global top 100* and a proud member of Australia’s Group of Eight, Adelaide University is founded on the principles of excellence and equity, transformational teaching and learning, reimagined research, and deep community partnership to shape what’s next for South Australia, the nation and the world. 

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Purpose-built for lifelong learners and co-designed with industry, every program is digitally enabled, internationally connected, anchored in work-integrated learning and informed by world-class research. By aligning education with emerging skill demands and workforces, Adelaide University strengthens communities and drives economic growth locally, nationally and internationally.

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The Global Executive MBA (Defence and Space) was developed in response to shifting global priorities within the space and defence industries, and is the first program in the world of its kind. It integrates expertise from three leading universities with sector-specific insights to deliver a transformational educational experience.

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Designed for those shaping the future of space and defence on an international scale, the program represents the best of Adelaide University, the University of Exeter (UK) and Carnegie Mellon University (US). This collaboration mirrors significant projects underway and the partnerships that increasingly bring diverse nations together.

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*Ranked 79, QS World University Rankings 2027.