We've saved you a seat

Thinking of studying at uni? It's not too late to secure a place in an academic program of your choice.

Mid-year entry to the University of Adelaide is increasingly becoming a popular option for many students.

Places are available in a wide range of programs - from engineering, computer and mathematical sciences, to humanities and social sciences, commerce, finance and economics, health sciences, science, music, digital media, education and law.

But anyone who wants to secure a place will need to act fast - applications for mid-year entry close on Friday 12 June.

Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice President (Academic) Professor Fred McDougall said 2009 was proving to be an important year for people choosing university study.

"The University of Adelaide is experiencing one of its strongest enrolment years in recent history," Professor McDougall said.

"We've seen a marked increase in demand from domestic coursework students this year - both at undergraduate and postgraduate level - and the University is expecting to exceed its target of student load for this year.

"However, there are still places available in dozens of programs and at all levels of study. The opportunities are great for anyone wanting to begin university study - either to gain their first university degree or to upgrade their qualifications.

"There are multiple entry pathways to the University of Adelaide and programs are available to students of all ages."

Professor McDougall said mid-year entry was proving very popular this year.

"That may in part be due to the global financial crisis, with some people turning to university as an opportunity to build their skills and knowledge, preparing themselves for new careers and new opportunities for the future," he said.

He said that for some academic programs, the selection criteria for mid-year entry could vary slightly from the criteria needed at the start of the year.

"Each potential student should discuss their options with our Student Centre before applying, especially if they are unsure about any aspect of the selection criteria, their chosen field of study or their application," he said.

Contact the Student Centre on +61 8 8303 7335 (country and interstate callers toll free on 1800 061 459). More information about mid-year entry can be found at: www.adelaide.edu.au

Story by David Ellis