An innovative and forward-looking University, Adelaide has major strengths in wine and food, health sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, information technology and telecommunications, environmental sciences and social sciences. Adelaide has a fine tradition of exemplary scholarship and ground-breaking research, and its unique relationship with industry and other organisations ensures that our research expertise is translated into tangible benefits for the global community. Adelaide's research is at the leading edge of knowledge, with research earnings consistently the highest per capita of any university in Australia. Analysis of the impact of publications and citations shows that the University of Adelaide is ranked in the top 1% in the world in 11 research fields. There is a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs to choose from, combined with state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant student life. The University of Adelaide has four campuses, which all enjoy modern resources and equipment. The University’s high technology and state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories contain the latest computing and international data network facilities. Overseas students at The University of Adelaide are well catered for in all aspects of university life. The University provides regular pre-departure talks in several countries, on-arrival assistance and reception, and enrolment and orientation. For accommodation, there are five residential colleges just ten minutes walk from the University’s main campus at North Terrace. On campus, there is a host of student facilities and services, including a Health Service, Counselling Service and Finance Officer. An active Overseas Students’ Association provides social, cultural and peer support to all international students at the University.