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University of New South Wales (UNSW) Courses

Graduate Diploma in Science (Research)

Graduate Diploma

Kensington

The Graduate Diploma (Research) will give you specialised knowledge and research training in disciplines within the Faculty of Science.

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

To be accepted for admission into the program students are typically expected to have a bachelor's degree with a good pass in a related (but not necessarily directly relevant) discipline to their chosen area of study.

Due to the diverse nature of the disciplines within the program, details of acceptable disciplines considered for admission are shown in relevant plan pages in the handbook. A 'good pass' is considered to be a weighted average mark of 55-64. However, particular disciplines within science may have additional entry requirements due to the competitive nature of some disciplines and the number of research places available within a School. Applicants with substantial professional experience which demonstrates an aptitude for research or significant understanding in a discipline area will be considered for admission.

These students will need to include a written submission with their application detailing their professional experience and its relevance to undertaking a research program. These students will also need to provide a statement of service from their employer verifying the position, role/responsibilities and duration of employment. This application will be assessed by the Associate Dean (Education).

To apply for admission to the Graduate Diploma (Research), students should contact the relevant School for information on research projects, available supervisors and entry requirements. Once students have located a suitable supervisor, they should lodge an application for the Graduate Diploma (Research) via Apply Online.

No advanced standing will be granted to students upon entry as students are expected to complete a full 48 units of credit to receive the award of Graduate Diploma (Research).

English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

To be accepted for admission into the program students are typically expected to have a bachelor's degree with a good pass in a related (but not necessarily directly relevant) discipline to their chosen area of study.

Due to the diverse nature of the disciplines within the program, details of acceptable disciplines considered for admission are shown in relevant plan pages in the handbook. A 'good pass' is considered to be a weighted average mark of 55-64. However, particular disciplines within science may have additional entry requirements due to the competitive nature of some disciplines and the number of research places available within a School. Applicants with substantial professional experience which demonstrates an aptitude for research or significant understanding in a discipline area will be considered for admission.

These students will need to include a written submission with their application detailing their professional experience and its relevance to undertaking a research program. These students will also need to provide a statement of service from their employer verifying the position, role/responsibilities and duration of employment. This application will be assessed by the Associate Dean (Education).

To apply for admission to the Graduate Diploma (Research), students should contact the relevant School for information on research projects, available supervisors and entry requirements. Once students have located a suitable supervisor, they should lodge an application for the Graduate Diploma (Research) via Apply Online.

No advanced standing will be granted to students upon entry as students are expected to complete a full 48 units of credit to receive the award of Graduate Diploma (Research).

English language requirements


You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Duration
1 - 1 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$38,000 per year / $53,500 total
Graduate Satisfaction
84.80%

Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours)

Bachelor (Honours)

Kensington

Computer Science is the study of the design, construction and use of computer systems.

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

Find out more about entry requirements for this program in the Degree Handbook.

English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

Find out more about entry requirements for this program in the Degree Handbook.

Admission pathways


If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.

English language requirements


You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Duration
1 - 1 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$9,000 per year / $55,500 total
Graduate Satisfaction
70.60%

Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours)

Bachelor (Honours)

Kensington

Want to make an impact in a changing world?

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

The Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours) will launch in Term 1 2024 for domestic applicants and therefore, no prior Admissions information is available.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Domestic students are eligible to apply for the following volume of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credits towards their UNSW degree that belong in the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture:

  • 1-year Diploma: 48 UoC (equivalent to first year)
  • 1.5-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 72 UoC (equivalent to first year and a half)
  • 2-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 96 UoC (equivalent to two years)

Considering your previous qualifications and their relevance to the chosen program at UNSW, the type and amount of credit you can apply for, as well as the duration of your remaining program, will then be determined.

Assessment by the Program Director is required for RPL applications toward Professional Accredited programs. Please note that eligibility for the full volume of RPL may be subject to accreditation requirements.

Assumed knowledge

A minimum of three Band 5 HSC results (including one in English), and a Mathematics Band 4 HSC result.

Please note, this program is structured to include Foundational English and Foundational Mathematics courses in the first year to allow applicants to meet the three Band 5 and Mathematics Band 4 NESA requirements.

Adjustment Factors


We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.

HSC Plus
This scheme rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects that are relevant to their preferred UNSW degree. You may be awarded up to five points.

Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)
This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.

Educational Access Scheme (EAS)
Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen UNSW degree.

Admission pathways


Your ATAR is not the only measure of your potential to succeed, which is why we offer a range of pathways into university. Explore your options below and get in touch with our future student advisors to discuss your path to UNSW.

Gateway Admission Pathway
This scheme is open to students in Years 11 and 12 who attend Gateway schools. It significantly adjusts the ATAR requirements for your preferred UNSW degree and provides you with an early conditional offer to UNSW.

Entry programs for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
We offer entry programs for Indigenous Australians, including the Indigenous Preparatory Programs and the Indigenous Admission Scheme (IAS). The entry pathway program you apply for will depend on the degree you want to study.

Please note: Due to a publication error, a print version of the UNSW 2024 Domestic Undergraduate Guide incorrectly listed the Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours) as included in the Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offer Scheme. This is not an eligible degree within the Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offer Scheme for 2024 entry.

English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

International direct entry
Qualifications Direct entry requirement
International ATAR
75
UNSW Foundation Studies GPA
6.9
Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
10

All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
26

Results based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2019 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). For more details, visit www.uac.edu.au
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)
1130

Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.

Please contact us for direct entry requirements.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Typically, international students are eligible to apply for the following volume of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credits towards their UNSW degree that belong in the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture:

  • 1-year Diploma: Up to 48 UoC
  • 1.5-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 72 UoC
  • 2-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 96 UoC

Generally, International students must ensure that their prior qualifications are assessed and deemed relevant to the program they intend to pursue. Additionally, they are required to maintain a full-time study load as part of the conditions for their Confirmation of Enrolment.
Admission pathways


If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.

English language requirements


You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Duration
4 - 4 years full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$7,500 per year / $201,500 total
Graduate Satisfaction
85.90%

Master of Clinical Neuropsychology

Masters (Coursework)

Kensington

Seeking to upskill and widen your professional opportunities in the field of neuropsychology?

Entry Requirements

  • To be eligible, applicants must have successfully completed a 6-year APAC accredited sequence of study in psychology, including a major research thesis. All degrees must be submitted as part of your direct application to confirm your study sequence.

    All applicants must currently be registered as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia with Area of Practice Endorsement in Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Educational and Developmental Psychology or equivalent.

    As part of your application, you must provide:

    • A brief (3-page max) professional curriculum vitae/resume including relevant psychological practice, both paid and volunteer, with a brief outline of duties.
    • A completed copy of the School of Psychology's Supplementary Application Form. Once completed, please save a copy of the form and upload it to your Apply Online application.
    • A 1-page biopsychosocial case formulation for a de-identified client (or hypothetical client) with cognitive dysfunction.

    In addition, you will need at least two professional referee reports. Your referees will submit these reports directly to the Australian Psychology Post-Graduate Program Reference Request System. This is not submitted as part of your application to UNSW.

  • Applicants must:

    • Demonstrate their competency in speaking and communicating in English is sufficient to practise the psychology profession.
    • Satisfy both UNSW's English language requirements
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      and those required by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
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      .

    All applicants, domestic and international, are encouraged to use AHPRA's Pathways diagram for all professions

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    (under 'Additional resources') to guide their understanding of AHPRA's requirements.
    • You'll need to provide proof of registration and endorsement from the Psychology Board of Australia in your application. You can download a copy of your Certificate of Registration from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), which shows your current registration and endorsement area.
    • Students with an overseas psychology qualification(s) must have their qualification(s) assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) to determine the qualification(s) equivalency to an Australian psychology degree prior to submitting their application to UNSW.
    • Applicants will be selected competitively based on interview and assessment processes.
    • Term 1 is the only available intake
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      for this program.

    For more information, please refer to our FAQs.

  • To be eligible, applicants must have successfully completed a 6-year APAC accredited sequence of study in psychology, including a major research thesis. All degrees must be submitted as part of your direct application to confirm your study sequence.

    All applicants must currently be registered as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia with Area of Practice Endorsement in Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Educational and Developmental Psychology or equivalent.

    As part of your application, you must provide:

    • A brief (3-page max) professional curriculum vitae/resume including relevant psychological practice, both paid and volunteer, with a brief outline of duties.
    • A completed copy of the School of Psychology's Supplementary Application Form. Once completed, please save a copy of the form and upload it to your Apply Online application.
    • A 1-page biopsychosocial case formulation for a de-identified client (or hypothetical client) with cognitive dysfunction.

    In addition, you will need at least two professional referee reports. Your referees will submit these reports directly to the Australian Psychology Post-Graduate Program Reference Request System. This is not submitted as part of your application to UNSW.

  • Applicants must:

    • Demonstrate their competency in speaking and communicating in English is sufficient to practise the psychology profession.
    • Satisfy both UNSW's English language requirements and those required by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

    All applicants, domestic and international, are encouraged to use AHPRA's Pathways diagram for all professions (under 'Additional resources') to guide their understanding of AHPRA's requirements.

    • You'll need to provide proof of registration and endorsement from the Psychology Board of Australia in your application. You can download a copy of your Certificate of Registration from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), which shows your current registration and endorsement area.
    • Students with an overseas psychology qualification(s) must have their qualification(s) assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) to determine the qualification(s) equivalency to an Australian psychology degree prior to submitting their application to UNSW.
    • Applicants will be selected competitively based on interview and assessment processes.
    • Term 1 is the only available intake for this program.

    For more information, please refer to our FAQs.

Duration
2 - 2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$38,000 per year / $53,500 total

Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (Honours)

Bachelor (Honours)

Kensington

When studied full time, the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (Honours) is a one-year, advanced undergraduate degree.

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

Find out more about entry requirements for this program in the Degree Handbook

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English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

Find out more about entry requirements for this program in the Degree Handbook

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English language requirements


You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Duration
1 - 1 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$4,500 per year / $45,500 total
Graduate Satisfaction
85.90%

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)

Bachelor (Honours)

Kensington

The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) consists of a year-long major independent research project (completed under the guidance of an academic supervisor), and a thesis based on the project.

In addition, you'll complete advanced core and elective coursework.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

The number of places available for honours varies from year to year and depends upon the availability of School resources. Eligibility requirements vary depending on whether you are an internal or external applicant.

Internal applicants

An internal applicant is a student who completes an APAC-accredited undergraduate (or bridging) sequence in psychology at UNSW the year immediately prior to commencing honours. For example, a student completing at any point during 2022 will be considered an internal applicant for the 2023 honours year.

Admission is competitive and depends on the availability of School resources and is subject to academic performance, based on your Psychology Average (Distinction minimum). A Psychology Average of 75 is the minimum eligibility requirement but does not guarantee a place.

Refer to the School of Psychology website

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or University Handbook
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for information about the Psychology Average.

Please note that places are subject to availability and will be awarded based on academic performance. There is no preference given to any particular psychology sequence in gaining entry to honours and honours is the same for all students, regardless of the degree program in which they completed their undergraduate psychology major sequence.

External applicants

The number of places available for external applicants (if any) varies from year to year and depends upon the availability of School resources.

The minimum requirement for eligibility to apply for the honours year is to complete an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

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accredited undergraduate (or bridging) sequence in psychology, with a psychology WAM of 80 or better, within the last 10 years. Those with international psychology qualifications must have them assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS)
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prior to submitting an application. A psychology WAM of 80 is the minimum eligibility requirement but does not guarantee a place.
English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

English language requirements


You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Duration
1 - 1 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$9,000 per year / $55,500 total

Bachelor of Food Science (Honours)

Bachelor (Honours)

Kensington

Food scientists study the properties of food and ingredients to ensure their safe use and consumption.

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
2023 Lowest Selection Rank 1
85
2023 A levels 2
14
2023 IB Diploma 3
31
2023 Lowest ATAR 4
77.75*
    1. The 2023 Lowest Selection Rank (LSR) is the adjusted rank (ATAR plus adjustment factors) you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2023.
    2. The 2023 A levels score is based on four Advanced Level (A2) subject. Entry scores are calculated from the best three or four A2 subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1. At most one Applied A Level subject may be included in the best four subjects used to calculate the aggregate.
    3. The 2023 IB Diploma is an indication of the IB you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2023. It is to be used as a guide only.
    4. The 2023 Lowest ATAR is the lowest ATAR (before adjustment factors were applied) to which an offer was made. Where <5 is listed, this indicates that less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made and so the score has not been published. N/A indicates no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.

  • At UNSW, we are committed to ensuring prospective students have all the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their study options.

    To assist you in gaining a better understanding of how Admissions works at UNSW, we have provided you with a summary of ATAR offers and the student profile.

    We hope this information will help you identify the degree that is right for you.

    See more
Assumed knowledge

Mathematics (2 unit), Chemistry

Recommended knowledge: Biology, Physics

Adjustment Factors


We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.

HSC Plus
This scheme rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects that are relevant to their preferred UNSW degree. You may be awarded up to five points.

Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)
This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.

Educational Access Scheme (EAS)
Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen UNSW degree.

Admission pathways

The Faculty of Engineering Admission Scheme (FEAS) is a possible alternative admission pathway for the admission of domestic undergraduate students to UNSW Faculty of Engineering degree programs, including the BSc Computer Science and the BSc Food Science (Hons), who do not meet the published Guaranteed Entry selection rank. Learn more about FEAS.

English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
International direct entry
Qualifications Direct entry requirement
International ATAR
80
UNSW Foundation Studies GPA
7.3
Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
10

All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
29

Results based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2019 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). For more details, visit www.uac.edu.au
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)
1170

Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.

Please contact us for direct entry requirements.

Admission pathways


If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.

English language requirements


You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Duration
4 - 4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$8,000 per year / $234,500 total
Graduate Satisfaction
84.80%

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)

Bachelor (Honours)

Kensington

The Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) is a four-year degree when studied full time, with an integrated honours component.

Becoming a social worker is a genuinely transformative experience.

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
2023 Lowest Selection Rank 1
80
2023 A levels 2
13
2023 IB Diploma 3
29
2023 Lowest ATAR 4
72.5
    1. The 2023 Lowest Selection Rank (LSR) is the adjusted rank (ATAR plus adjustment factors) you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2023.
    2. The 2023 A levels score is based on four Advanced Level (A2) subject. Entry scores are calculated from the best three or four A2 subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1. At most one Applied A Level subject may be included in the best four subjects used to calculate the aggregate.
    3. The 2023 IB Diploma is an indication of the IB you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2023. It is to be used as a guide only.
    4. The 2023 Lowest ATAR is the lowest ATAR (before adjustment factors were applied) to which an offer was made. Where <5 is listed, this indicates that less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made and so the score has not been published. N/A indicates no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.

  • At UNSW, we are committed to ensuring prospective students have all the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their study options.

    To assist you in gaining a better understanding of how Admissions works at UNSW, we have provided you with a summary of ATAR offers and the student profile.

    We hope this information will help you identify the degree that is right for you.

    See more
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Domestic students are eligible to apply for the following volume of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credits towards their UNSW degree that belong in the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture:

  • 1-year Diploma: 48 UoC (equivalent to first year)
  • 1.5-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 72 UoC (equivalent to first year and a half)
  • 2-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 96 UoC (equivalent to two years)

Considering your previous qualifications and their relevance to the chosen program at UNSW, the type and amount of credit you can apply for, as well as the duration of your remaining program, will then be determined.

Assessment by the Program Director is required for RPL applications toward Professional Accredited programs. Please note that eligibility for the full volume of RPL may be subject to accreditation requirements.

Portfolio Entry

At UNSW ADA, you will find the freedom and support to design the future you want. An ADA Portfolio Entry submission will demonstrate your passions alongside your best work, to boost your chances of admission to a bachelor's degree of your choice. For more information and to see specific guidelines for portfolio submissions visit UNSW Portfolio Entry.

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Adjustment Factors


We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.

HSC Plus
This scheme rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects that are relevant to their preferred UNSW degree. You may be awarded up to five points.

Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)
This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.

Educational Access Scheme (EAS)
Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen UNSW degree.

Admission pathways

If you've studied the relevant diplomas under the TAFE Community Services Training Package, you'll receive TAFE Credit Transfer for up to 48 units of credit (UOC), which is equivalent to one-year, full-time study.
English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
English Language Proficiency Requirement

A year 12 or equivalent secondary school level qualification or higher qualification in the English language consistent with the requirements for admission to AQF Level 7 Degree courses in Australia OR An overall IELTS score of 7.0, with a minimum score of 7.0 in each component, listening, reading, writing, and speaking, or the equivalent level in a comparable English language test.
International direct entry
Qualifications Direct entry requirement
International ATAR
75
UNSW Foundation Studies GPA
6.9
Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
10

All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
26

Results based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2019 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). For more details, visit www.uac.edu.au
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)
1130

Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.

Please contact us for direct entry requirements.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Typically, international students are eligible to apply for the following volume of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credits towards their UNSW degree that belong in the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture:

  • 1-year Diploma: Up to 48 UoC
  • 1.5-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 72 UoC
  • 2-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 96 UoC

Generally, International students must ensure that their prior qualifications are assessed and deemed relevant to the program they intend to pursue. Additionally, they are required to maintain a full-time study load as part of the conditions for their Confirmation of Enrolment.
Admission pathways


If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.

English language requirements


You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
English Language Proficiency Requirement

A year 12 or equivalent secondary school level qualification or higher qualification in the English language consistent with the requirements for admission to AQF Level 7 Degree courses in Australia OR An overall IELTS score of 7.0, with a minimum score of 7.0 in each component, listening, reading, writing, and speaking, or the equivalent level in a comparable English language test.
Duration
4 - 4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$16,000 per year / $190,500 total

Master of Psychology (Clinical)

Masters (Coursework)

Kensington

Gain the knowledge, skills and accreditation required to work as a clinical psychologist in hospitals, community health and other clinical settings.

The Master of Psychology (Clinical) program began in 1971.

Entry Requirements

  • The minimum academic eligibility requirement is completion of a four-year APAC-accredited sequence in psychology, including a major research thesis/project, with Honours Class 1 (85%), or international equivalent. Qualifications must have been completed within the last 10 years (exceptions may be possible in limited circumstances).

    Psychology qualifications from overseas must include a major research thesis/project and must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) as equivalent to a four-year APAC-accredited sequence in psychology completed in Australia. Please note you must have your qualification assessed before you apply.

    As the number of places available each year is limited, entry into this program is competitive. Selection is based on academic qualifications, two referee reports and performance at an interview. Only shortlisted applicants will be invited to participate in an interview - remote participation may be permitted in limited circumstances.

  • Applicants must:

    • demonstrate their competency in speaking and communicating in English is sufficient to practise the psychology profession
    • satisfy both UNSW's English language requirements
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      and those required by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
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    All applicants, domestic and international, are encouraged to use AHPRA's Pathways diagram for all professions

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    (under 'Additional resources') to guide their understanding of AHPRA's requirements.
    • Term 1 is the only available intake
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      for this program.
    • International psychology qualifications must include a major research thesis/project and must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS)
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      before an application is submitted. Note that the APS will only assess complete qualifications.
    • Enrolled students must register as provisional psychologists prior to program commencement and registration must be maintained for the duration of enrolment.
    • Applicants should familiarise themselves with the relevant registration standards
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      for the psychology profession. You must meet these requirements before an application for registration as a provisional psychologist can be approved.
    • Applicants should review the inherent requirements of the program before applying.
    • Applicants interested only in coursework should submit just one coursework application. An additional coursework preference can be nominated within the same application (i.e., apply for Clinical and nominate Forensic as a second preference).
    • Applicants interested in BOTH a Combined program AND a stand-alone Master program must submit ONE research
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      (Combined) application and ONE coursework (Master) application.

    For more information, please refer to our FAQs.

  • The minimum academic eligibility requirement is completion of a four-year APAC-accredited sequence in psychology, including a major research thesis/project, with Honours Class 1 (85%), or international equivalent. Qualifications must have been completed within the last 10 years (exceptions may be possible in limited circumstances).

    Psychology qualifications from overseas must include a major research thesis/project and must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) as equivalent to a four-year APAC-accredited sequence in psychology completed in Australia. Please note you must have your qualification assessed before you apply.

    As the number of places available each year is limited, entry into this program is competitive. Selection is based on academic qualifications, two referee reports and performance at an interview. Only shortlisted applicants will be invited to participate in an interview - remote participation may be permitted in limited circumstances.

  • Applicants must:

    • demonstrate their competency in speaking and communicating in English is sufficient to practise the psychology profession
    • satisfy both UNSW's English language requirements
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    All applicants, domestic and international, are encouraged to use AHPRA's Pathways diagram for all professions, opens in a new window

    (under 'Additional resources') to guide their understanding of AHPRA's requirements.
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    • Enrolled students must register as provisional psychologists prior to program commencement and registration must be maintained for the duration of enrolment.
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    • Applicants interested only in coursework should submit just one coursework application. An additional coursework preference can be nominated within the same application (i.e., apply for Clinical and nominate Forensic as a second preference).
    • Applicants interested in BOTH a Combined program AND a stand-alone Master program must submit ONE research, opens in a new window (Combined) application and ONE coursework (Master) application.

    For more information, please refer to our FAQs.
    Duration
    2 - 2 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $12,500 per year / $109,500 total

    Master of Psychology (Forensic)

    Masters (Coursework)

    Kensington

    Legal, investigative, corrective and policy agencies across Australia are looking for individuals with the psychological expertise to aid understanding and management of forensic issues.

    Entry Requirements

    • The minimum academic eligibility requirement is completion of a four-year APAC-accredited sequence in psychology, including a major research thesis/project, with Upper-Second Class Honours (75%), or international equivalent. Qualifications must have been completed within the last 10 years (exceptions may be possible in limited circumstances).

      Psychology qualifications from overseas must include a major research thesis/project and must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) as equivalent to a four-year APAC-accredited sequence in psychology completed in Australia. Please note you must have your qualification assessed before you apply.

      As the number of places available each year is limited, entry into the program is competitive. Selection is based on academic qualifications, two referee reports and performance at an assessment centre. Only shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend the assessment centre, which must be attended in person at UNSW (Kensington campus). Although work experience is not an admission requirement, applicants with a history of employment will be positively regarded, even if the employment is not necessarily clinically or forensically relevant.

    • Applicants must:

      • demonstrate their competency in speaking and communicating in English is sufficient to practise the psychology profession
      • satisfy both UNSW's English language requirements
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        and those required by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
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        .

      All applicants, domestic and international, are encouraged to use AHPRA's Pathways diagram for all professions

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      (under 'Additional resources') to guide their understanding of AHPRA's requirements.
      • Term 1 is the only available intake
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        for this program.
      • International psychology qualifications must include a major research thesis/project and must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS)
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        before an application is submitted. Note that the APS will only assess complete qualifications.
      • Enrolled students must register as provisional psychologists prior to program commencement and registration must be maintained for the duration of enrolment.
      • Applicants should familiarise themselves with the relevant registration standards
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        for the psychology profession. You must meet these requirements before an application for registration as a provisional psychologist can be approved.
      • Applicants should review the inherent requirements of the program before applying.
      • Applicants interested only in coursework should submit just one coursework application. An additional coursework preference can be nominated within the same application (i.e., apply for Forensic and nominate Clinical as a second preference).
      • Applicants interested in BOTH a Combined program AND a stand-alone Master program must submit ONE research
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        (Combined) application and ONE coursework (Master) application.

      For more information, please refer to our FAQs.

    • The minimum academic eligibility requirement is completion of a four-year APAC-accredited sequence in psychology, including a major research thesis/project, with Upper-Second Class Honours (75%), or international equivalent. Qualifications must have been completed within the last 10 years (exceptions may be possible in limited circumstances).

      Psychology qualifications from overseas must include a major research thesis/project and must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) as equivalent to a four-year APAC-accredited sequence in psychology completed in Australia. Please note you must have your qualification assessed before you apply.

      As the number of places available each year is limited, entry into the program is competitive. Selection is based on academic qualifications, two referee reports and performance at an assessment centre. Only shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend the assessment centre, which must be attended in person at UNSW (Kensington campus). Although work experience is not an admission requirement, applicants with a history of employment will be positively regarded, even if the employment is not necessarily clinically or forensically relevant.

    • Applicants must:

      • demonstrate their competency in speaking and communicating in English is sufficient to practise the psychology profession
      • satisfy both UNSW's English language requirements
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        and those required by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), opens in a new window
      .

      All applicants, domestic and international, are encouraged to use AHPRA's Pathways diagram for all professions, opens in a new window

      (under 'Additional resources') to guide their understanding of AHPRA's requirements.
    • Term 1 is the only available intake, opens in a new window for this program.
    • International psychology qualifications must include a major research thesis/project and must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS), opens in a new window before an application is submitted. Note that the APS will only assess complete qualifications.
    • Enrolled students must register as provisional psychologists prior to program commencement and registration must be maintained for the duration of enrolment.
    • Applicants should familiarise themselves with the relevant registration standards, opens in a new window for the psychology profession. You must meet these requirements before an application for registration as a provisional psychologist can be approved.
    • Applicants interested only in coursework should submit just one coursework application. An additional coursework preference can be nominated within the same application (i.e., apply for Forensic and nominate Clinical as a second preference).
    • Applicants interested in BOTH a Combined program AND a stand-alone Master program must submit ONE research, opens in a new window (Combined) application and ONE coursework (Master) application.

    For more information, please refer to our FAQs.
    Duration
    2 - 2 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $13,500 per year / $109,500 total

    Master of Mine Geotechnical Engineering

    Masters (Coursework)

    Kensington

    Do you currently work in the underground hard rock or coal mining industry, in the field of strata control? Or is this an area you'd like to progress into?

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    Admission to this program requires completion of the 5059 UNSW Graduate Diploma in Mine Geotechnical Engineering with a minimum 65% average with no fails. In exceptional circumstances, students who can demonstrate equivalent prior learning may be approved an alternative entry pathway by written permission.

    English language requirements

    You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

    If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

    If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

    • English language tests and university English courses
    • Prior study in the medium of English
    • Other qualifications

    If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

    English language requirements


    You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

    If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

    • English language tests and university English courses
    • Prior study in the medium of English
    • Other qualifications

    If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

    Check the specific English language requirements for this program
    Duration
    1.7 - 1.7 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $41,000 per year / $84,000 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    78.00%

    Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

    Bachelor (Honours)

    Kensington

    Uncover why we think and act the way we do with the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours).

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements
    2023 Lowest Selection Rank 1
    98
    2023 A levels 2
    21
    2023 IB Diploma 3
    41
    2023 Lowest ATAR 4
    90.65
      1. The 2023 Lowest Selection Rank (LSR) is the adjusted rank (ATAR plus adjustment factors) you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2023.
      2. The 2023 A levels score is based on four Advanced Level (A2) subject. Entry scores are calculated from the best three or four A2 subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1. At most one Applied A Level subject may be included in the best four subjects used to calculate the aggregate.
      3. The 2023 IB Diploma is an indication of the IB you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2023. It is to be used as a guide only.
      4. The 2023 Lowest ATAR is the lowest ATAR (before adjustment factors were applied) to which an offer was made. Where <5 is listed, this indicates that less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made and so the score has not been published. N/A indicates no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.

    • At UNSW, we are committed to ensuring prospective students have all the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their study options.

      To assist you in gaining a better understanding of how Admissions works at UNSW, we have provided you with a summary of ATAR offers and the student profile.

      We hope this information will help you identify the degree that is right for you.

      See more
    Assumed knowledge

    Mathematics Advanced

    Adjustment Factors

    We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.

    Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)
    This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.

    Educational Access Scheme (EAS)
    Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen UNSW degree.

    Admission pathways


    Your ATAR is not the only measure of your potential to succeed, which is why we offer a range of pathways into university. Explore your options below and get in touch with our future student advisors to discuss your path to UNSW.

    Gateway Admission Pathway
    This scheme is open to students in Years 11 and 12 who attend Gateway schools. It significantly adjusts the ATAR requirements for your preferred UNSW degree and provides you with an early conditional offer to UNSW.

    Entry programs for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
    We offer entry programs for Indigenous Australians, including the Indigenous Preparatory Programs and the Indigenous Admission Scheme (IAS). The entry pathway program you apply for will depend on the degree you want to study.

    Progression requirements

    Entry into the fourth year Honours program is competitive and subject to academic performance, based on your Psychology Average (Distinction minimum) within your degree. Students may exit the program after three years with a B Psychological Science award if they are unsuccessful in applying for entry into Honours.
    English language requirements

    You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

    If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

    If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

    • English language tests and university English courses
    • Prior study in the medium of English
    • Other qualifications

    If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
    International direct entry
    Qualifications Direct entry requirement
    International ATAR
    93
    UNSW Foundation Studies GPA
    8.5
    Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
    15

    All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.
    International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
    36

    Results based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2019 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). For more details, visit www.uac.edu.au
    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)
    1310

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

    We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.

    Please contact us for direct entry requirements.

    Admission pathways


    If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.

    Progression requirements

    Entry into the fourth year Honours program is competitive and subject to academic performance, based on your Psychology Average (Distinction minimum) within your degree. Students may exit the program after three years with a B Psychological Science award if they are unsuccessful in applying for entry into Honours.
    English language requirements


    You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

    If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

    • English language tests and university English courses
    • Prior study in the medium of English
    • Other qualifications

    If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
    Check the specific English language requirements for this program
    Duration
    4 - 4 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $14,000 per year / $233,500 total

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