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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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    • 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 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

    Master of Global Health (Extension) / Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence

    Masters (Coursework)

    Kensington
    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    For entry into this program, you must have one of the following:

    • A three-year undergraduate degree, plus, an honours or postgraduate degree, in a field relevant to public health or health management.

    OR

    • A three-year undergraduate degree in a field relevant to public health or health management, plus, two years full-time professional or volunteer experience. This may also include equivalent professional experience acquired as part of a degree of four or more years duration (e.g., MBBS, BMed, MD).

    In exceptional circumstances, applicants with extensive relevant professional work experience (e.g., hospital-trained nurses, paramedics, Aboriginal health workers) may be considered. A minimum of five years full-time relevant professional experience is required and an interview with the School of Population Health may be conducted.

    Relevant fields

    Examples of relevant fields include, but are not restricted to:

    • medicine
    • nursing
    • allied health
    • health sciences
    • biomedical sciences
    • dentistry
    • sociology
    • behavioural and social sciences
    • psychology
    • marketing
    • human services
    • emergency services
    • environmental health
    • veterinary science
    • health administration
    • business
    • management
    • engineering
    • law
    • science
    • mathematics and statistics
    • economics
    • policy studies
    • development studies.
    Indigenous Alternative Entry Scheme

    Aimed at redressing the imbalance of access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to population health programs, this scheme provides entry to our postgraduate coursework degrees based on your interest in public health and relevant educational and/or professional experience.

    Find out more

    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.

    For entry into this program, you must have one of the following:

    • A three-year undergraduate degree, plus, an honours or postgraduate degree, in a field relevant to public health or health management.

    OR

    • A three-year undergraduate degree in a field relevant to public health or health management, plus, two years full-time professional or volunteer experience. This may also include equivalent professional experience acquired as part of a degree of four or more years duration (e.g., MBBS, BMed, MD).

    In exceptional circumstances, applicants with extensive relevant professional work experience (e.g., hospital-trained nurses, paramedics, Aboriginal health workers) may be considered. A minimum of five years full-time relevant professional experience is required and an interview with the School of Population Health may be conducted.

    Relevant fields

    Examples of relevant fields include, but are not restricted to:

    • medicine
    • nursing
    • allied health
    • health sciences
    • biomedical sciences
    • dentistry
    • sociology
    • behavioural and social sciences
    • psychology
    • marketing
    • human services
    • emergency services
    • environmental health
    • veterinary science
    • health administration
    • business
    • management
    • engineering
    • law
    • science
    • mathematics and statistics
    • economics
    • policy studies
    • development studies.
    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
    2 - 2 years full-time
    Study Mode
    Online, In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $8,500 per year / $112,500 total

    Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

    Graduate Diploma

    If you want to attain a qualification in computing but have little or no background in this area, the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology is designed for you.

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    Admissions to the standard 1.7 year program requires the following:

    • A minimum AQF Level 7 undergraduate qualification per the Australian Qualifications Framework in a cognate discipline with a minimum 65% average.

    Cognate disciplines
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Deep learning
    • Machine Learning
    • Mechatronics
    • Autonomous systems
    • Computer Science
    • Information Technology
    • Software Engineering
    • Computer Engineering
    • Computer Science and Statistics
    • Data Analytics
    • Database management
    • Management Information Systems
    • Internet of Things
    • Network Engineering
    • Remote Sensing
    • Electronic Information
    • Communication Technology
    • Network Security
    • Cyber Security
    • Information Security
    • Computer Applications
    • Technology
    • Engineering
    Recognition of Prior Learning (Credit Transfer)

    UNSW recognises that many students have professional experience or relevant previous studies. If you have worked in a relevant industry or have relevant previous study experience, you may be eligible for credit points that would enable you to complete your Master of Engineering Science in as little as one year, or another accelerated option listed below dependent on your previous study and experience.

    • An AQF Level 7 undergraduate qualification from any institution in a cognate discipline.

      Cognate disciplines

      • Computer Science
      • Information Technology
      • Software Engineering
      • Computer Engineering
    Admission pathways

    7543 Computing, 8543 Information Technology

    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.

    Admissions to the standard 1.7 year program requires the following:

    • A minimum AQF Level 7 undergraduate qualification per the Australian Qualifications Framework in a cognate discipline with a minimum 65% average.

    Cognate disciplines
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Deep learning
    • Machine Learning
    • Mechatronics
    • Autonomous systems
    • Computer Science
    • Information Technology
    • Software Engineering
    • Computer Engineering
    • Computer Science and Statistics
    • Data Analytics
    • Database management
    • Management Information Systems
    • Internet of Things
    • Network Engineering
    • Remote Sensing
    • Electronic Information
    • Communication Technology
    • Network Security
    • Cyber Security
    • Information Security
    • Computer Applications
    • Technology
    • Engineering
    Recognition of Prior Learning (Credit Transfer)

    UNSW recognises that many students have professional experience or relevant previous studies. If you have worked in a relevant industry or have relevant previous study experience, you may be eligible for credit points that would enable you to complete your Master of Engineering Science in as little as one year, or another accelerated option listed below dependent on your previous study and experience.

    • An AQF Level 7 undergraduate qualification from any institution in a cognate discipline

    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
    3 - 3 years full-time
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $9,000 per year / $84,000 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    70.60%

    Graduate Diploma in Mine Ventilation

    Graduate Diploma

    Kensington

    The accredited programs offered by UNSW for the appointment of Statutory Coal Mine Ventilation Officers in both NSW and QLD can be taken as options in the Diploma. The course contents have been developed from standard texts, industry guidelines and case studies.

    Duration
    1 - 1 years full-time
    Study Mode
    Online, In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $41,000 per year / $55,000 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    78.00%

    Graduate Certificate in Translation and Interpreting

    Graduate Certificate

    Kensington

    The UNSW Graduate Certificate in Translation and Interpreting allows you to build professional translating and interpreting skills and begin to specialise according to your career goals.

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) or higher degree qualification in any field with a credit average (equivalent to a UNSW WAM of 65) and an advanced level of bilingual proficiency.

    Applicants should provide the evidence of proficiency in the nominated language through prior study or NAATI certification/accreditation. Alternatively, upon submitting an application, applicants may be prompted to undertake a proficiency test.

    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)


    Students who have completed the short courses below are eligible to receive up to 6 units of credit (UOC) per course, up to a maximum of 12 UOC, towards their program, in line with the requirements and limitations specified by the UNSW Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure:

    SC0002 Introduction to Interpreting and Translation -> unspecified credit towards an elective

    SC0003 Advanced Legal Interpreting -> MODL5101 Interpreting in Legal Settings

    SC0005 Introduction to Translation Technology -> MODL5107 Translation Technology

    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.

    A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) or higher degree qualification in any field with a credit average (equivalent to a UNSW WAM of 65) and an advanced level of bilingual proficiency.

    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

    Students who have completed the short courses below are eligible to receive up to 6 units of credit (UOC) per course, up to a maximum of 12 UOC, towards their program, in line with the requirements and limitations specified by the UNSW Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure:

    SC0002 Introduction to Interpreting and Translation -> unspecified credit towards an elective

    SC0003 Advanced Legal Interpreting -> MODL5101 Interpreting in Legal Settings

    SC0005 Introduction to Translation Technology -> MODL5107 Translation Technology

    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
    Study Mode
    Online, In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $2,500 per year / $22,500 total

    Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting

    Graduate Diploma

    The Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting is a graduate diploma that builds on your existing knowledge of the accounting profession.

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    For entry into this program, you must have a qualifying undergraduate or postgraduate degree. You must also meet the foundation competency requirement for entry into the CPA program. You can contact CPA Australia

    to request an eligibility assessment, which you'll then submit as part of your application.

    Relevant fields

    Examples of relevant fields include, but are not restricted to:

    • accounting
    • taxation
    • auditing
    • financial reporting
    • financial data analysis
    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.

    Recognition of Prior Learning

    If you are applying for a Masters' degree, up to four courses, or 24 Units of Credit (UOC) may be awarded based on your previous business studies (bachelor or higher). You'll be notified of the credits in your official letter of offer.

    For entry into most courses at UNSW, international students may need to meet minimum academic and English language entry requirements

    .

    To study the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting (CPA), you must have an internationally recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant field. You must also meet the foundation competency requirement for entry into the CPA program. You can contact CPA Australia to request an eligibility assessment, which you'll then submit as part of your application.

    In exceptional circumstances, applicants with extensive professional work experience in relevant fields may be considered.

    Relevant fields

    Examples of relevant fields include, but are not restricted to:

    • accounting
    • taxation
    • auditing
    • financial reporting
    • financial data analysis
    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
    Recognition of Prior Learning

    If you are applying for a Masters' degree, up to four courses, or 24 Units of Credit (UOC) may be awarded based on your previous business studies (bachelor or higher). You'll be notified of the credits in your official letter of offer.
    Duration
    1 - 1 years full-time
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $28,500 per year / $43,000 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    83.60%

    Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics)(Honours)/Engineering (Honours)

    Bachelor (Honours)

    Engineers develop practical solutions to technical and environmental problems by using science and mathematics. Through scientific discoveries engineers meet societal and consumer needs.

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements
    2023 Lowest Selection Rank 1
    93
    2023 A levels 2
    17
    2023 IB Diploma 3
    36
    2023 Lowest ATAR 4
    88.45
      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 Extension 1 plus, for some Engineering disciplines, Physics or Chemistry.

    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
    88
    UNSW Foundation Studies GPA
    7.7
    Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
    12

    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)
    33

    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)
    1240

    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

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