Torrens University Australia

Torrens University Australia is a private, career-focused university headquartered in Adelaide, with additional campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, as well as extensive online delivery. It was established in 2014 as Australia's first new university in more than 20 years and is part of the Strategic Education, Inc. group (formerly linked to Laureate International Universities). The university specialises in industry-aligned programs across areas such as business, design, health, hospitality, education, and technology, with a strong emphasis on practical skills, employability, and flexible study options. Torrens operates through several well-known colleges and brands, including Billy Blue College of Design, Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School, Media Design School, and others. Its model blends face-to-face learning at urban campus locations with online and blended modes, serving both domestic and international students. Programs are designed in consultation with industry and often include work-integrated learning, internships, and professional placements. Unlike traditional public research universities, Torrens is oriented toward professional and applied higher education rather than large-scale research output. It is registered as a higher education provider in Australia and delivers qualifications from diplomas through to master's degrees, with a focus on graduate outcomes and connections to employers in its key discipline areas.