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The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney)

High St Kensington, Sydney,
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COVID-19 Information:

UNSW is continuing to review and monitor the COVID-19 situation and updating students, partners and visitors as new information comes to light. Visit our COVID-19 website for the latest updates. 


UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales) is one of the world’s leading research and teaching universities. Established in 1949, we are home to more than 60,000 students from over 130 countries and an alumni community of 300,000 that spans the world.

UNSW is committed to pioneering research and preparing the next generation of talented global citizens for career success.

We consistently rank among the top 50 universities in the world and rank third in Australia and 27th in the world for graduate employability. Our 8,000 strong research community leads the world in solar power, sustainable materials and quantum computing and they are internationally renowned in many other fields.

Our main campus is located on a 38-hectare site at Kensington, seven kilometres from the centre of Sydney, voted 9th best student city in the world. Other campuses are UNSW Art & Design (Paddington) and UNSW Canberra at ADFA (Australian Defence Force Academy).

UNSW is a founding member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Australia) and the PLuS Alliance, and a member of Universitas 21, the Association of Pacific Rim Universities, and the Global Alliance of Technological Universities where we were the only Australian university invited to join.

We are about empowering our students to discover opportunities that will shape their future with our world-class undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs. Plus, with exposure to global opportunities and thriving student life, there’s just as much to be learnt outside the classroom.

Find the UNSW degree that’s perfect for you.

UNSW Sydney is almost a city in itself with plenty of services like restaurants, food outlets, shops, gyms, medical facilities, sporting teams and ovals, as well as great entertainment. Our modern, award-winning facilitites allow our students to make the most of university life.

Our study spaces have been transformed across campus into vibrant learning environments for when you need a quiet or group study space. ​ We also offer advanced learning environments to foster innovation such as the Michael Crouch Innovation Centre. Students from all faculties can design, experiment and build their ideas with guidance from visionaries and corporate partners.

For students from out of town, you can take advantage of our student accommodation with both fully catered and self-catered options on campus. There are also plenty of renting and share-housing options. 

UNSW’s main campus is located on a 38 hectare site at Kensington just 7 kilometres from the Sydney CBD. We have two other campuses with UNSW Art & Design (Paddington) and UNSW Canberra at ADFA (Australian Defence Force Academy). Learn more about all our facilities or download a map of our campuses.

See below for more information on the many services available:

·         The Nucleus: Student Hub

·         Shops and food outlets

·         Sport and fitness facilities

·         Childcare

·         Health services

·         Legal advice

·         UNSW Religious Centre.

Arc @ UNSW, our student life organisation, runs over 300 student societies and clubs across everything from cultural clubs, sport and fitness clubs, faculty-based clubs, and much more.

Arc is run by students for students, so you make the most of your time at UNSW. This means you can fulfil your potential while feeling supported along the way. Arc is your go-to for anything outside the classroom, from fun events to volunteering opportunities. 

We support all our students, no matter their background, with a safe and inclusive environment for all – celebrating the diversity that our students bring to university life. This includes our LGBTIQ+ support and ALLY program.

We ensure our students are supported throughout their study, with student wellbeing services, sports clubs and athlete programs, financial support and scholarships, peer mentoring, disability services and student development – including overseas opportunities – and more.

UNSW Careers and Employment is our hub for student employability at UNSW. From job opportunities, networking events, career planning, seminars and career development, UNSW help students prepare for the world of work and connect employers with our emerging talent.
We are also the third-ranked university in Australia for Graduate Employability – meaning you will stand out from the crowd as a UNSW graduate.
UNSW is home to the biggest student startup program in Australia, through the Founders Program which embeds entrepreneurship on campus. There are 10 initiatives on offer that can take your idea from its earliest stage right through to a startup that's ready to go global.
 
Find out more how UNSW supports our students for career success, from exploring your industry, finding jobs and creating a roadmap to your career.

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Programs available

Undergraduate Faculties/Departments and Programs

Art & Design

Arts & Social Sciences

Built Environment

Business School

Engineering

Law

Medicine

Science

UNSW Canberra

Postgraduate Faculties/Departments and Programs

Art & Design

Arts & Social Sciences

Built Environment

Business School

Engineering

Law

Medicine

Science

UNSW Canberra

University Highlights

The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) is one of the top Public universities in Kensington, Sydney, Australia. It is ranked #44 in QS Global World Rankings 2021.

Total students - 45,222

32%
68%

International students - 19,577

48%
52%

Total faculty staff - 3,156

1766
1390

Total students - 45,222

32%
68%

International students - 19,577

48%
52%

Total faculty staff - 3,156

1390
1766

Scholarships

Yes
The Scholarships above offer some form of financial aid to prospective students. Please always check the specific requirements and restrictions on scholarship availability.
2020
QS Stars is a rating system that helps you select the right university based on your interests. It provides a detailed look at an institution, identifying which universities rate highest in the specific topics that matter to you, like facilities, graduate employability, social responsibility, inclusiveness, and more.
For more in-depth information about QS Stars, please click here.

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Campus Locations

Main Campus (Kensington)

High St
Kensington, Sydney NSW 2052
Australia

UNSW Canberra

Northcott Drive
Canberra ACT 2600
Australia

UNSW Paddington

Cnr of Oxford St and Greens Rd
Paddington NSW 2021
Australia

English language requirements

This institution accepts IELTS!
Find your nearest test centre and test dates.

Please check the specific English language requirements for your chosen course with the university.

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