University of New South Wales

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is a research-intensive university in Sydney, recognized for its strengths in business, engineering, law, medicine, and the arts. Its main campus in Sydney’s eastern suburbs offers a large, globally diverse student community and strong connections to industry and research networks.

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1. QS World University Rankings 2026: Top global universities

University of New South Wales (UNSW) is ranked 19th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Rank	Australia Universities
19	The University of Melbourne
20	The University of New South Wales
25	The University of Sydney
32	Australian National University (ANU)
36	Monash University

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2. Get to Know the University of New South Wales (UNSW): Key Statistics at a Glance

Here is a table summarizing key statistics for UNSW, including its year of establishment, location, campuses, academic staff, student population, number of courses offered, and alumni.

Category	Stats
Year of Establishment	1949
Location	Sydney, Australia
Campuses	Kensington Paddington Sydney CBD
Academic Staff	4,800+
Student Population	65,000+
Alumni	330,000+
Number of Courses	Wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees

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3. The University of New South Wales (UNSW): What Makes It Stand Out

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is a leading academic institution in Australia that is renowned for its innovative programs, cutting-edge research initiatives, and diverse student community.

Feature	Description
World-renowned Reputation	Consistently ranked among leading universities worldwide, with strong research output and global academic standing.
Extensive Support for International Students	Offers structured academic, language, and student support services tailored to international students.
Career Opportunities and Industry Connections	Maintains close industry partnerships that provide internships, work-integrated learning, and career pathways.
Global Community of Students and Alumni	Hosts students from over 140 countries and has an extensive global alumni network across industries.
Vibrant Campus Life	Provides an active campus environment with a wide range of student societies, events, and engagement opportunities.

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4. Application Dates at The University of New South Wales (UNSW)

Applying to UNSW requires checking term-specific deadlines, which vary by program and applicant type. The table below shows general term start periods.

Note: Some courses may have earlier closing dates and research degrees may have separate research periods.

Semester	Start Dates	Application Close
Term 1	​Februrary	November
Term 2	May	March
Term 3	September	July

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5. Admission Requirements at The University of New South Wales (UNSW)

This section outlines the general admission requirements for undergraduate and postgraduate programs at UNSW. Requirements vary by program and faculty.

Note: the actual requirements may vary depending on the specific program and faculty.

Qualifications	IELTS	Admission Requirements
Bachelor's degree	6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)	Year 12 with ATAR Program-specific requirements.
Master's degree	6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)	Bachelor's degree Program-specific requirements.

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6. Pathways to The University of New South Wales: UNSW College

UNSW College is the official pathway provider to the University of New South Wales (UNSW), offering foundation, diploma, and Academic English programs for degree entry.

English Program	Duration	Entry Requirements
Foundation English Entry Course (FEEC)	10 weeks	A conditional offer IELTS test result
University English Entry Course (UEEC)	10 weeks 15 weeks 20 weeks	A conditional offer IELTS test result

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The UNSW College Foundation Studies program prepares international students for undergraduate study at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). It develops subject knowledge and academic English skills required for direct entry into a UNSW degree upon successful completion.

Foundation Studies	Duration	Intake	IELTS	Entry Requirements
Transition Program	19 weeks	Jan, Apr, Aug	6.5 (W5.5)	Year 12
Standard Program	9 months	Mar, Aug, Nov	6.0 (W5.5) 5.5 (W5.5)	Year 11
Standard Plus Program	12 months	Jan, May, Aug	5.5 (W5.0)	Year 11

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The UNSW College Diploma programs provide a pathway to undergraduate study at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). Upon successful completion, eligible students receive credit and can progress directly into the second year of a related UNSW degree.

Diploma	Duration	Intake	IELTS	Entry Requirements
Architecture	52 weeks	Jan, Aug	6.0 (6.0)	Year 12 ATAR
Business	52 weeks	Jan, May, Aug	6.0 (6.0)	Year 12 ATAR
Computer Science	52 weeks	Jan, May, Aug	6.0 (6.0)	Year 12 ATAR
Engineering	52 weeks	Jan, May, Aug	6.0 (6.0)	Year 12 ATAR
Media & Communication	52 weeks	Jan, May, Aug	6.0 (6.0)	Year 12 ATAR
Science	52 weeks	Jan, May, Aug	6.0 (6.0)	Year 12 ATAR

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7. Study Areas at the University of New South Wales

The following table provides an overview of the different study areas available for undergraduate and graduate programs at the University of New South Wales (UNSW).

Study Areas	Undergraduate Degree	Postgraduate Degree
Arts, Design & Architecture	Architectural Studies Arts (Specialisations) City Planning Computational Design Construction Management & Property Design (Specialisations) Education (Primary) Fine Arts (Specialisations) Interior Architecture (Honours) Landscape Architecture (Honours) Media (Specialisations) Politics, Philosophy and Economics Social Science (Specialisations) Social Work (Honours)	​Animation and Visual Effects Applied Linguistics Architecture Architecture/Property and Development Arts and Social Sciences (Combined) City Planning Construction Project Management Construction Project Management/Property and Development Curating and Cultural Leadership Design Design/PR and Advertising Development Studies Education Educational Leadership Environmental Management International Relations Interpreting Journalism and Communication Landscape Architecture PR and Advertising Property and Development Public Policy and Governance Simulation and Immersive Technologies Teaching (Primary) Teaching (Secondary) Translation Translation and Interpreting
Business School	Actuarial Studies Commerce (Specialisations) Commerce (International) Economics Information Systems	Actuarial Studies Applied Economics Business Administration Commerce (Specialisations) Finance Financial Analysis International Business Professional Accounting Taxation
Engineering	Engineering (Honours) (Specialisations) Engineering (Hons)/ Biomedical Engineering (Specialisations) Food Science & Technology (Hons) (Specialisations) Advanced Computer Science (Specialisations) Science (Computer Science) (Specialisations)	​Computing Engineering (Specialisations) Engineering Science (Specialisations) Food Science Information Technology (Specialisations) Mining Engineering
Law & Justice	Laws Criminology and Criminal Justice	Laws (Specialisations) Juris Doctor (JD)
Medicine & Health	Applied Exercise Science / Clinical Exercise Physiology Exercise Science / Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine Nutrition / Dietetics and Food Innovation Pharmaceutical Medicine / Pharmacy Public Health Vision Science Vision Science / Clinical Optometry	Public Health Global Health Health Data Science Health Leadership and Management Infectious Diseases
Science	Advanced Mathematics (Hons) (Specialisations) Advanced Science (Hons) (Specialisations) Aviation (Flying) Aviation (Management) Aviation (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems) Biotechnology (Hons) Data Science and Decisions Engineering (Hons)/Material Science and Engineering Environmental Management (Specialisations) Medical Science (Specialisations) Medicinal Chemistry (Hons) Psychological Science (Specialisations) Psychology (Hons) Science (Specialisations)	​Aviation Management Clinical Neuropsychology Data Science and Decisions Financial Mathematics Marine Science and Management Materials Technology Mathematics Psychology (Clinical) Psychology (Forensic) Physical Oceanography Statistics