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University of New South Wales (UNSW) Courses

Master of Statistics

Masters (Coursework)

Kensington

Strengthen your knowledge of statistical science and develop your consulting and project writing skills. The UNSW Master of Statistics covers a wide range of statistical theory and practice and provides advanced training in the principles of mathematics and statistical analysis.

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

For entry into this degree, you must have both:

  • Bachelor of Mathematics or Bachelor of Science degree with a major in mathematics and statistics
  • sufficient mathematical and/or statistical background, as indicated by a minimum weighted average mark (WAM) of 65 or above in level III mathematics and/or statistics university courses.

In addition, you must have permission of the Head of School or Nominee to be admitted into the program.

Advanced standing
Honours graduates in mathematics or statistics from UNSW (or equivalent) may receive advanced standing of up to a maximum of 24 units of credit. This means you can complete the program with a further 48 units of credit (one year of full-time study).

Students with a Graduate Diploma in Mathematics and Statistics from UNSW with a weighted average mark of 70 or more may receive advanced standing of up to a maximum of 48 units of credit. This means you can complete the program with a further 24 units of credit (0.5 year of full-time study).

The specific advanced standing to be awarded will be determined at the time of admission and will be based on your background and previous 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.

For entry into this degree, you must have both:

  • Bachelor of Mathematics or Bachelor of Science degree with a major in mathematics and statistics
  • sufficient mathematical and/or statistical background, as indicated by a minimum weighted average mark (WAM) of 65 or above in level III mathematics and/or statistics university courses.

In addition, you must have permission of the Head of School or Nominee to be admitted into the program.

Advanced standing
Honours graduates in mathematics or statistics from UNSW (or equivalent) may receive advanced standing of up to a maximum of 24 units of credit. This means you can complete the program with a further 48 units of credit (one year of full-time study).

Students with a Graduate Diploma in Mathematics and Statistics from UNSW with a weighted average mark of 70 or more may receive advanced standing of up to a maximum of 48 units of credit. This means you can complete the program with a further 24 units of credit (0.5 year of full-time study).

The specific advanced standing to be awarded will be determined at the time of admission and will be based on your background and previous study.

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
$5,000 per year / $82,000 total
Graduate Satisfaction
84.80%

Bachelor of Media (Honours)

Bachelor (Honours)

Kensington

The Bachelor of Media (Honours) is a one-year advanced undergraduate degree for high achieving students which may be undertaken upon completion of an undergraduate degree in Media.

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

Students must have completed the UNSW Bachelor of Media Arts or other cognate recognised Level 7 qualification. Entry to Honours requires a WAM of 70 or higher (or equivalent) in the relevant Level 7 qualification prior to entry. Entry is subject to resources and the approval of the Deputy Head of School, Art.

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.

Students must have completed the UNSW Bachelor of Media Arts or other cognate recognised Level 7 qualification. Entry to Honours requires a WAM of 70 or higher (or equivalent) in the relevant Level 7 qualification prior to entry. Entry is subject to resources and the approval of the Deputy Head of School, Art.

International direct entry
Qualifications Direct entry requirement
International ATAR

Please contact us for direct entry requirements.
UNSW Foundation Studies GPA

Please contact us for direct entry requirements.
Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)

Please contact us for direct entry requirements.

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)

Please contact us for direct entry requirements.

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)

Please contact us for direct entry requirements.

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
1 - 1 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$13,500 per year / $43,000 total
Graduate Satisfaction
65.30%

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Materials Science & Engineering) / Commerce

Bachelor (Honours)

Kensington

The Faculty of Science and the UNSW Business School offer a double degree program that allows you to earn two degrees after five and a half years of successful study: a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Materials Science and Engineering and a Bachelor of Commerce.

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
2023 Lowest Selection Rank 1
93
2023 A levels 2
17
2023 IB Diploma 3
36
2023 Lowest ATAR 4
< 5 offers
    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.

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Assumed knowledge

Mathematics Extension 1, 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


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.

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
Duration
5.7 - 5.7 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$12,000 per year / $336,000 total

Master of Engineering Science (Civil Engineering)

Masters (Coursework)

Kensington

UNSW Master of Engineering Science (Civil Engineering) is a two-year postgraduate degree in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

Entry into this Master of Engineering Science specialisation depends on your cognate background.

Entry into the Master's program requires completion of a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) or 3-year Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline. A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelor's degree is mandatory.*

The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science/Master of Engineering Science pathway does not apply to this specialisation

*Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average

Cognate disciplines
  • Civil Engineering
  • Civil
  • Civil with Architecture
  • Geotechnical
  • Building Environment and Energy Engineering
  • Industrial
  • Manufacturing
  • Materials
  • Mechanical
  • Mechatronic
  • Mining
  • Water Conservance and Hydropower Engineering
  • Building Environmental & Energy Eng
  • Industrial Eng
  • Petroleum
  • Materials Eng
  • Structural
  • Traffic
  • Naval
  • Structure Engineering
  • Traffic 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.

  • A 4 year Bachelor Degree with Honours (AQF Level 8 equivalent) from any institution in a cognate 1 discipline.

    Cognate 1 disciplines
    • Civil Engineering
    • Civil
    • Civil with Architecture
    • Geotechnical

    • Cognate 1 disciplines

      • Civil Engineering
      • Civil
      • Civil with Architecture
      • Geotechnical
    1. A 3 year Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7 equivalent) from any institution in a Cognate 1 discipline.
    2. A 4 year Bachelor Degree with Honours (AQF Level 8
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      equivalent) from any institution in a Cognate 2 discipline.

    Cognate 1 Disciplines Cognate 2 Disciplines
    • Civil Engineering
    • Civil
    • Civil with Architecture
    • Geotechnical
    • Building Environment and Energy Engineering
    • Industrial
    • Manufacturing
    • Materials
    • Mechanical
    • Mechatronic
    • Mining
    • Naval
    • Structure Engineering
    • Traffic Engineering
    • Water Conservance and Hydropower Engineering
    • Building Environmental & Energy Engineering
    • Industrial Engineering
    • Petroleum
    • Materials Engineering
    • Structural
    • Traffic

    • Cognate 1 Disciplines
      • Civil Engineering
      • Civil
      • Civil with Architecture
      • Geotechnical
      Cognate 2 Disciplines
      • Building Environment and Energy Engineering
      • Industrial
      • Manufacturing
      • Materials
      • Mechanical
      • Mechatronic
      • Mining
      • Naval
      • Structure Engineering
      • Traffic Engineering
      • Water Conservance and Hydropower Engineering
      • Building Environmental & Energy Engineering
      • Industrial Engineering
      • Petroleum
      • Materials Engineering
      • Structural
      • Traffic
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.

Entry into this Master of Engineering Science specialisation depends on your cognate background.

Entry into the Master's program requires completion of a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) or 3-year Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline. A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelor's degree is mandatory.*

The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science/Master of Engineering Science pathway does not apply to this specialisation

*Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average

Cognate disciplines
  • Civil Engineering
  • Civil
  • Civil with Architecture
  • Geotechnical
  • Building Environment and Energy Engineering
  • Industrial
  • Manufacturing
  • Materials
  • Mechanical
  • Mechatronic
  • Mining
  • Water Conservance and Hydropower Engineering
  • Building Environmental & Energy Eng
  • Industrial Eng
  • Petroleum
  • Materials Eng
  • Structural
  • Traffic
  • Naval
  • Structure Engineering
  • Traffic 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.

A 4 year Bachelor Degree with Honours (AQF Level 8 equivalent) from any institution in a cognate 1 discipline.

Cognate 1 disciplines
  • Civil Engineering
  • Civil
  • Civil with Architecture
  • Geotechnical

  • Cognate 1 disciplines

    • Civil Engineering
    • Civil
    • Civil with Architecture
    • Geotechnical
    1. A 3 year Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7 equivalent) from any institution in a Cognate 1 discipline.
    2. A 4 year Bachelor Degree with Honours (AQF Level 8 equivalent) from any institution in a Cognate 2 discipline.

    Cognate 1 Disciplines Cognate 2 Disciplines
    • Civil Engineering
    • Civil
    • Civil with Architecture
    • Geotechnical
    • Building Environment and Energy Engineering
    • Industrial
    • Manufacturing
    • Materials
    • Mechanical
    • Mechatronic
    • Mining
    • Naval
    • Structure Engineering
    • Traffic Engineering
    • Water Conservance and Hydropower Engineering
    • Building Environmental & Energy Engineering
    • Industrial Engineering
    • Petroleum
    • Materials Engineering
    • Structural
    • Traffic

    • Cognate 1 Disciplines
      • Civil Engineering
      • Civil
      • Civil with Architecture
      • Geotechnical
      Cognate 2 Disciplines
      • Building Environment and Energy Engineering
      • Industrial
      • Manufacturing
      • Materials
      • Mechanical
      • Mechatronic
      • Mining
      • Naval
      • Structure Engineering
      • Traffic Engineering
      • Water Conservance and Hydropower Engineering
      • Building Environmental & Energy Engineering
      • Industrial Engineering
      • Petroleum
      • Materials Engineering
      • Structural
      • Traffic
    • 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 - 2 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $9,000 per year / $112,500 total

    Master of Landscape Architecture

    Masters (Coursework)

    Kensington

    The Master of Landscape Architecture at UNSW is a postgraduate degree that allows you to bring previous experience to launch a career shaping open spaces that benefit people and the planet.

    As a Registered Landscape Architect, your professional practice will combine art...

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    There are three different entry pathways to the Master of Landscape Architecture. The stream you apply for will depend on the depth of your prior experience, and how closely it relates to landscape architecture.

    If you apply for Stream A or Stream B, you may be eligible to have your study recognised via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). If your prior study is recognised, credit points can be counted towards the Master of Landscape Architecture, and you would then be able to complete the coursework undertaking fewer subjects.

    For all three streams, you will need to meet the following admission requirements to be considered for entry into the program:

    • Have achieved a credit average (Weighted Average Mark 65+) in your bachelor's degree
    • Submit a portfolio*
    • Provide a personal statement

    Entry Stream A - for students who come from a non-design background

    You'll apply for this stream if you studied an undergraduate degree in a discipline that isn't related to landscape architecture. You won't be able to apply for RPL.

    Entry Stream B - for students who have studied a closely related discipline

    You apply for this stream if you studied an undergraduate degree in a discipline closely related to landscape architecture**. You can apply to have your study recognised via RPL. If your prior study is recognised, up to 48 units of credit (UOC) can be counted towards the Master of Landscape Architecture. You would then be able to complete the degree in two years, undertaking fewer subjects.

    Entry Stream C - for students who have completed a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture

    You apply for this stream if you studied a four-year, accredited Bachelor of Landscape Architecture. You can apply to have your study recognised via RPL. If your prior study is recognised, up to 96 units of credit (UOC) can be counted towards the Master of Landscape Architecture. You would then be able to complete the degree in one year.

    *Portfolio

    Your portfolio needs to be submitted in a clear, digital format. It should include sample works from your previous experience and written explanations of all projects. Work from your previous degree may form part of the portfolio, but you need to clearly state what your role and contribution was. Other creative work can also be included.

    **Related disciplines

    Disciplines that are considered a 'closely related discipline' are:

    • Architecture
    • Urban design
    • Urban planning
    • Interior architecture
    • Interior design
    • Landscape design

    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.

    There are three different entry pathways to the Master of Landscape Architecture. The stream you apply for will depend on the depth of your prior experience, and how closely it relates to landscape architecture.

    If you apply for Stream A or Stream B, you may be eligible to have your study recognised via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). If your prior study is recognised, credit points can be counted towards the Master of Landscape Architecture, and you would then be able to complete the coursework undertaking fewer subjects.

    For all three streams, you will need to meet the following admission requirements to be considered for entry into the program:

    • Have achieved a credit average (Weighted Average Mark 65+) in your bachelor's degree
    • Submit a portfolio*
    • Provide a personal statement

    Entry Stream A - for students who come from a non-design background

    You'll apply for this stream if you studied an undergraduate degree in a discipline that isn't related to landscape architecture. You won't be able to apply for RPL.

    Entry Stream B - for students who have studied a closely related discipline

    You apply for this stream if you studied an undergraduate degree in a discipline closely related to landscape architecture**. You can apply to have your study recognised via RPL. If your prior study is recognised, up to 48 units of credit (UOC) can be counted towards the Master of Landscape Architecture. You would then be able to complete the degree in two years, undertaking fewer subjects.

    Entry Stream C - for students who have completed a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture

    You apply for this stream if you studied a four-year, accredited Bachelor of Landscape Architecture. You can apply to have your study recognised via RPL. If your prior study is recognised, up to 96 units of credit (UOC) can be counted towards the Master of Landscape Architecture. You would then be able to complete the degree in one year.

    *Portfolio

    Your portfolio needs to be submitted in a clear, digital format. It should include sample works from your previous experience and written explanations of all projects. Work from your previous degree may form part of the portfolio, but you need to clearly state what your role and contribution was. Other creative work can also be included.

    **Related disciplines

    Disciplines that are considered a 'closely related discipline' are:

    • Architecture
    • Urban design
    • Urban planning
    • Interior architecture
    • Interior design
    • Landscape design

    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
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $35,000 per year / $140,500 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    83.80%

    Master of Environmental Management

    Masters (Coursework)

    Kensington

    UNSW's Master of Environmental Management is a two-year full-time (or part-time equivalent) postgraduate degree that will prepare you for a career that tackles our biggest ecological challenges through change-leadership and sustainability.

    In this master's degree, you'll...

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    There are three different streams of the Master of Environmental Management. The stream you apply for will depend on the depth of your prior academic and/or professional experience, and how closely it relates to environmental management.

    If you apply for Stream A or Stream B, you may be eligible to have your study recognised via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). If your prior study is recognised, credit points can be counted towards the Master of Environmental Management, and you would then be able to complete the coursework undertaking fewer subjects.

    For all three streams, you will need to meet the following admission requirements to be considered for entry into the program:


    For the 1 year stream (A)

    • Honours degree or Graduate Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average (65%)
    • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average (65%), plus one year relevant professional experience

    For the 1.7 year stream (B)

    • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average (65%), plus one year relevant professional experience
    • Honours degree or Graduate Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average (65%)For the 2 year stream (C)
    • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%

    For the 2 year stream (C)

    • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.

    Relevant disciplines include: Geography, environmental humanities, environmental social sciences, environmental art and design, environmental studies, environmental communication, sustainability studies, Indigenous studies, multispecies studies, environmental and urban planning, sustainable architecture and landscape design, environmental policy, urban studies, planetary health, conservation science, environmental engineering, environmental law, environmental management, environmental journalism, environmental economics, natural resource management.

    Relevant professional experience includes: Environmental educator, planner, analyst, manager, campaign director, or similar in non-profit or for-profit sector, NGOs, or government; high-responsibility position as environmental activist or advocate; environmental consultant, law associate, reporter, assessor, or monitor; environmental performer, artist, designer, therapist, or similar.

    Admission pathways

    UNSW also offers a Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management. Completion of either of these programs with a credit average or higher, will allow you admission into the Master's with full credit for courses already completed.

    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.

    There are three different streams of the Master of Environmental Management. The stream you apply for will depend on the depth of your prior academic and/or professional experience, and how closely it relates to environmental management.

    If you apply for Stream A or Stream B, you may be eligible to have your study recognised via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). If your prior study is recognised, credit points can be counted towards the Master of Environmental Management, and you would then be able to complete the coursework undertaking fewer subjects.

    For all three streams, you will need to meet the following admission requirements to be considered for entry into the program:


    For the 1 year stream (A)

    • Honours degree or Graduate Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average (65%)
    • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average (65%), plus one year relevant professional experience

    For the 1.7 year stream (B)

    • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average (65%), plus one year relevant professional experience
    • Honours degree or Graduate Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average (65%)For the 2 year stream (C)
    • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%

    For the 2 year stream (C)

    • Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.

    Relevant disciplines include: Geography, environmental humanities, environmental social sciences, environmental art and design, environmental studies, environmental communication, sustainability studies, Indigenous studies, multispecies studies, environmental and urban planning, sustainable architecture and landscape design, environmental policy, urban studies, planetary health, conservation science, environmental engineering, environmental law, environmental management, environmental journalism, environmental economics, natural resource management.

    Relevant professional experience includes: Environmental educator, planner, analyst, manager, campaign director, or similar in non-profit or for-profit sector, NGOs, or government; high-responsibility position as environmental activist or advocate; environmental consultant, law associate, reporter, assessor, or monitor; environmental performer, artist, designer, therapist, or similar.

    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 - 2 years full-time
    Study Mode
    Online, In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $9,000 per year / $95,500 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    81.80%

    Master of Architecture

    Masters (Coursework)

    Kensington

    The UNSW Master of Architecture gives you a well-rounded architectural education to prepare you for a varied and fulfilling career in the profession. This two-year, full-time program builds on the foundations of the Bachelor of Architectural Studies.

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    You will need to have completed a nationally accredited undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in architecture with grades at a consistent credit level (65 WAM) or higher. If you don't meet the entry requirements, you may be able to demonstrate work experience combined with undergraduate studies in architecture instead.

    If you study the UNSW Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) you can be eligible for the Master of Architecture if you undertake the architecture elective pathway and achieve an overall WAM of 65. However, if you've never studied architecture at a tertiary level, you should consider applying for the Bachelor of Architectural Studies.

    Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) graduates who do not meet the above may be considered after they have obtained five years of work experience in an architectural office or equivalent. Work experience will be individually assessed based on the following submission:

    • A logbook of a minimum of 5 years full-time work of the equivalent (completed after their bachelor's degree)
    • A referee report from the employer
    • A portfolio of work (including engagement with architectural construction specifically)

    • Applicants who have completed the Bachelor of Architectural Studies

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      (or equivalent) but do not meet the entry requirements specified above may be considered after they have obtained work experience in an architectural office.

      Work experience will be individually assessed based on the following submission:

      • A logbook record of a minimum 12 months full-time work or the equivalent
      • A referee report from the employer
      • A portfolio of the work undertaken during this period.

    • UNSW Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours)

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      graduates will meet entry requirements for the Master of Architecture if they complete the architecture elective pathway in the Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) degree.

      Students will need to complete the following courses as part of this pathway and achieve an overall WAM of 65. These courses will count as electives in their Bachelor of Interior Architecture program:

      • ARCH1311 Architectural Studio 5
      • ARCH1302 Architectural Studio 6
      • ARCH1261 Structures and Construction 2
      • ARCH1322 Architectural History and Theory 3
      • ARCH1361 Architectural Science and Building Environment 2
    Portfolio requirement

    If you completed your undergraduate architecture degree at an international university, you must provide a portfolio of design work. The portfolio must:

    • include sample works from various stages of your undergraduate degree and any professional work
    • have drawings and/or images accompanied with text to explain the projects
    • be in a digital format.

    • Good portfolio content demonstrates:

      1. The issues the design wants to solve. For example: societal inequality, environmental constraints, economic conditions, pollution.
      2. The opportunities the design wants to expand. For example: local resources, natural light, public transportation.
      3. The decision-making process that led to the final outcome.
      4. The final design product and outcome presented with appropriate sets of drawings such as plans, sections, elevations, perspectives, and pictures from physical models.
      5. Technical understanding underpinning the design, that is, the structure, construction, and materials chosen.

      Only if all these points are clearly explained it is possible for us to assess the 'thinking' behind your work. These points can be presented through site analysis, development diagrams, and technical drawings.

    • A site analysis will show the problems and the opportunities in the site where a project is developed.

      A good site analysis uses many drawings to show the background information that informed the decision-making process of a project - for example, sun-path, wind directions, infrastructures available, population type, physical constraints, etc. A good site analysis will show problems and site characteristics that your design wants to solve or address.

    • A development diagram shows how the final version of the building or infrastructure has been developed. These diagrams need to convey why you chose to design the building in that way.

    • Technical drawings show how the projects can be built. These drawings explain how the building stands up, and how the building is constructed.

    • The final design product needs to be displayed appropriately with all sets of essential drawings to show the qualitative value of each project.

      Plans, sections, elevations, perspectives need to be legible, neat, and beautifully descriptive. Pictures from physical models can also be included to improve the tridimensional value and materiality of each design.

    • A good portfolio presentation involves curation, organisation and communication.

    Curation
    Show only your best work - don't include everything. Aim to create a graphically beautiful document with one consistent graphic style.

    Organisation
    Put your most recent work first. Make it clear which projects were academic, and which projects were professional. Remember to mention your contribution to group and professional projects.

    Communication
    The images and drawings should speak for themselves, and the accompanying written descriptions should be succinct. The text, images and drawings must be clearly visible.

    • Use more pages rather than clutter less pages
    • Edit professional project drawings to match your portfolio's graphic style
    • Avoid using bright colours for text, or placing text on detailed or contrasting backgrounds.
    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.

    You will need to have completed a nationally accredited undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in architecture with grades at a consistent credit level (65 WAM) or higher. If you don't meet the entry requirements, you may be able to demonstrate work experience combined with undergraduate studies in architecture instead.

    If you study the UNSW Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) you can be eligible for the Master of Architecture if you undertake the architecture elective pathway and achieve an overall WAM of 65. However, if you've never studied architecture at a tertiary level, you should consider applying for the Bachelor of Architectural Studies.

    • Applicants who have completed the Bachelor of Architectural Studies, opens in a new window (or equivalent) but do not meet the entry requirements specified above may be considered after they have obtained work experience in an architectural office.

      Work experience will be individually assessed based on the following submission:

      • A logbook record of a minimum 12 months full-time work or the equivalent
      • A referee report from the employer
      • A portfolio of the work undertaken during this period.

    • UNSW Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours), opens in a new window graduates will meet entry requirements for the Master of Architecture if they complete the architecture elective pathway in the Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) degree.

      Students will need to complete the following courses as part of this pathway and achieve an overall WAM of 65. These courses will count as electives in their Bachelor of Interior Architecture program:

      • ARCH1311 Architectural Studio 5
      • ARCH1302 Architectural Studio 6
      • ARCH1261 Structures and Construction 2
      • ARCH1322 Architectural History and Theory 3
      • ARCH1361 Architectural Science and Building Environment 2
    Portfolio requirement

    If you completed your undergraduate architecture degree at an international university, you must provide a portfolio of design work. The portfolio must:

    • include sample works from various stages of your undergraduate degree and any professional work
    • have drawings and/or images accompanied with text to explain the projects
    • be in a digital format.

    • Good portfolio content demonstrates:

      1. The issues the design wants to solve. For example: societal inequality, environmental constraints, economic conditions, pollution.
      2. The opportunities the design wants to expand. For example: local resources, natural light, public transportation.
      3. The decision-making process that led to the final outcome.
      4. The final design product and outcome presented with appropriate sets of drawings such as plans, sections, elevations, perspectives, and pictures from physical models.
      5. Technical understanding underpinning the design, that is, the structure, construction, and materials chosen.

      Only if all these points are clearly explained it is possible for us to assess the 'thinking' behind your work. These points can be presented through site analysis, development diagrams, and technical drawings.

    • A site analysis will show the problems and the opportunities in the site where a project is developed.

      A good site analysis uses many drawings to show the background information that informed the decision-making process of a project - for example, sun-path, wind directions, infrastructures available, population type, physical constraints, etc. A good site analysis will show problems and site characteristics that your design wants to solve or address.

    • A development diagram shows how the final version of the building or infrastructure has been developed. These diagrams need to convey why you chose to design the building in that way.

    • Technical drawings show how the projects can be built. These drawings explain how the building stands up, and how the building is constructed.

    • The final design product needs to be displayed appropriately with all sets of essential drawings to show the qualitative value of each project.

      Plans, sections, elevations, perspectives need to be legible, neat, and beautifully descriptive. Pictures from physical models can also be included to improve the tridimensional value and materiality of each design.

    • A good portfolio presentation involves curation, organisation and communication.

      Curation
      Show only your best work - don't include everything. Aim to create a graphically beautiful document with one consistent graphic style.

      Organisation
      Put your most recent work first. Make it clear which projects were academic, and which projects were professional. Remember to mention your contribution to group and professional projects.

      Communication
      The images and drawings should speak for themselves, and the accompanying written descriptions should be succinct. The text, images and drawings must be clearly visible.

      • Use more pages rather than clutter less pages
      • Edit professional project drawings to match your portfolio's graphic style
      • Avoid using bright colours for text, or placing text on detailed or contrasting backgrounds.
    Portfolio explained.

    Understand what we expect from your portfolio and how it can help you secure a spot in your desired UNSW degree from our Postgraduate Portfolio Guide. Get useful tips on creating an outstanding portfolio.

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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
    2 - 2 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $9,000 per year / $97,000 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    83.80%

    Graduate Certificate in Teaching

    Graduate Certificate

    Kensington

    Are you a working teacher looking to update or add to your qualifications?

    The Graduate Certificate in Teaching is recognised as an additional teaching qualification in schools around Australia.

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements
    • A recognised Bachelor degree and a postgraduate teaching qualification (e.g. Graduate Diploma of Education or Master of Teaching)

    OR

    • A four year pre-service teacher education qualification, including professional experience, equivalent to the qualifications required for Graduate teacher status in NSW.

    AND

    • At least four semester length units of approved disciplinary studies in the relevant teaching area. You must be teaching to gain admission to the program
    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
    • A recognised Bachelor degree and a postgraduate teaching qualification (e.g. Graduate Diploma of Education or Master of Teaching)

    OR

    • A four year pre-service teacher education qualification, including professional experience, equivalent to the qualifications required for Graduate teacher status in NSW.

    AND

    • At least four semester length units of approved disciplinary studies in the relevant teaching area. You must be teaching to gain admission to the program
    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
    25 - 25 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $15,500 per year / $21,500 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    85.90%

    Bachelor of Commerce / Advanced Science (Honours)

    Bachelor (Honours)

    Kensington

    Do you like problem-solving, researching and experimenting? Boost your future science career with business acumen. This double degree provides an essential understanding of business and science, with the ability to specialise in fields within both disciplines.

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    Entry to this degree is based on your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or an equivalent rank derived from the following:

    • Australian interstate Year 12 qualifications (e.g., OP rank)

    • New Zealand NCEA Level 3

    • Equivalent overseas qualifications e.g., International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, GCE A-Levels

    • Post-secondary or tertiary qualifications

    • An alternative entry qualification

    2023 Lowest Selection Rank 1
    93
    2023 A levels 2
    17
    2023 IB Diploma 3
    36
    2023 Lowest ATAR 4
    81.2*
      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 or Mathematics Extension 1 (depending on your chosen area of study). Plus, one or more of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, 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


    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 Honours program in Science is subject to academic performance and progression requirements. Students may exit the Advanced Science (Honours) program with a B 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
    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.

    Progression requirements

    Entry into the Honours program in Science is subject to academic performance and progression requirements. Students may exit the Advanced Science (Honours) program with a B 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
    5 - 5 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $13,500 per year / $296,000 total

    Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours)

    Bachelor (Honours)

    Kensington

    The Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) at UNSW is a four-year full-time degree, where you'll learn how to improve the interior environments in which we live, work and play.

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements
    2023 Lowest Selection Rank 1
    80
    2023 A levels 2
    13
    2023 IB Diploma 3
    29
    2023 Lowest ATAR 4
    70.35*
      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.

    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

    Portfolio Entry
    At UNSW School of Built Environment, we recognise your creative potential. With BE Portfolio Entry, you can submit a portfolio of your best creative work to showcase your talent and boost your chance of admission. Learn more about BE Portfolio Entry.

    UNSW also offers a number of other alternative entry schemes to support you in boosting your admission opportunities. Explore your alternative entry options

    TAFE Admission Pathways

    If you've completed a qualification under a relevant TAFE Training Package, you can receive credit transfer for up to 48 units of credit (UOC) into the Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours). Please see here for the Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) TAFE Pathway Study Plan.

    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

    UNSW Global has university pathway programs that provide seamless transition to UNSW Sydney so you can achieve your academic and career goals. Learn more about UNSW Global.

    UNSW offers a number of other alternative entry schemes which could support you in boosting your admission opportunities. Explore alternative entry options.
    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
    $9,000 per year / $205,000 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    83.80%

    Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Civil

    Bachelor (Honours)

    UNSW Canberra at ADFA

    Civil engineering focuses on the planning, design, construction and management of civil facilities of all types, such as traffic, buildings, roads, bridges, airfields, water supply and storage, waste treatment facilities, offshore platforms, wind farms and landfills.

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements
    2023 Lowest Selection Rank 1
    450050 - 85 + Defence Selection451050 - 90
    2023 A levels 2
    450050 - 14 + Defence Selection451050 - 16
    2023 IB Diploma 3
    450050 - 31 + Defence Selection451050 - 34
    2023 Lowest ATAR 4
    450050 - 86.3451050 - 85.45
      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
    Additional Selection Criteria

    Undergraduate entry to the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) is open to Australian residents who are members of the Australian Defence Force and selected members of overseas Armed Forces. Trainee Officers are selected by one of the three services (Navy, Army or Airforce) in the Australian Defence Force and must also meet academic entry requirements for UNSW Canberra at ADFA. Applying for ADFA is a dual application process. As selection for the Australian Defence Force is a competitive process, which can take up to 12 months, it is preferable that you apply to Defence Force Recruiting in Year 11. Visit this site for more information on both application processes.

    This degree is also available to non-defence students.

    Assumed knowledge

    Mathematics, 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.

    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.
    Duration
    4 - 4 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $8,000 per year / $222,500 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    78.00%

    Master of Engineering Science / Master of Commerce

    Masters (Coursework)

    Kensington

    The Master of Engineering Science/Master of Commerce double degree allows you to graduate with two postgraduate qualifications.

    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    Admissions to the standard 2-year program requires the following:

    • A 3 year Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7 equivalent) in a cognate** discipline with a minimum 65% average*.

    *Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average

    **Please refer to the individual specialisation pages for list of cognate disciplines.

    Recognition of prior learning

    You may be eligible for up to 72 Units of Credit depending on your background:

    For the Commerce component, up to 24 Units of Credit may be awarded based on your previous Business studies (at Bachelor level or higher).

    For the Engineering Science component, between 24 and 48 Units of Credit may be awarded:

    • If you have a four year engineering degree that includes a final year capstone design or research project and a project management course you will be given 24 Units of Credit
    • If you have a four year engineering degree that includes a final year capstone design or research project and a project management course, AND at least 3 years of professional engineering work experience you will be given 24 Units of Credit
    • If you have an Australian 4-year Engineering Degree or an equivalent degree accredited under the Washington Accord you will be given 48 Units of Credit
    • Recognition of Prior Learning may be obtained for other courses upon application.

    You'll be notified of the credits in your official letter of offer. The amount of credit awarded will reduce your overall degree duration by up to one and a half years.

    Admission pathways
    Engineering Postgraduate Admissions Scheme (EPAS)

    Our Engineering Postgraduate Admissions Scheme (EPAS) is an alternative pathway for students considering postgraduate study. It applies to students who don't quite make the cut-off weighted average mark, across all UNSW Engineering schools. Find out more about the interview process and eligibility criteria.

    Learn more about EPAS

    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 2-year program requires the following:

    • A 3 year Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7 equivalent) in a cognate** discipline with a minimum 65% average*.

    *Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average

    **Please refer to the individual specialisation pages for list of cognate disciplines.

    Recognition of prior learning

    You may be eligible for up to 72 Units of Credit depending on your background:

    For the Commerce component, up to 24 Units of Credit may be awarded based on your previous Business studies (at Bachelor level or higher).

    For the Engineering Science component, between 24 and 48 Units of Credit may be awarded:

    • If you have a four year engineering degree that includes a final year capstone design or research project and a project management course you will be given 24 Units of Credit
    • *If you have a four year engineering degree that includes a final year capstone design or research project and a project management course, AND at least 3 years of professional engineering work experience you will be given 24 Units of Credit
    • If you have an Australian 4-year Engineering Degree or an equivalent degree accredited under the Washington Accord you will be given 48 Units of Credit
    • Recognition of Prior Learning may be obtained for other courses upon application.

    You'll be notified of the credits in your official letter of offer. The amount of credit awarded will reduce your overall degree duration by up to one and a half years.

    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.

    Engineering Postgraduate Admissions Scheme (EPAS)

    Our Engineering Postgraduate Admissions Scheme (EPAS) is an alternative pathway for students considering postgraduate study. It applies to students who don't quite make the cut-off weighted average mark, across all UNSW Engineering schools. Find out more about the interview process and eligibility criteria.

    Learn more about EPAS

    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
    1.5 - 3 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $12,000 per year / $177,000 total

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