All Levels
International Scientia Coursework Scholarship
Full tuition or AUD 20,000 / year
University of New South Wales
Sydney, Australia
"Australia's highest-ranked university in QS 2027, in Kensington, Sydney"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#19 (QS)
PSW VISA
2-3 years (subclass 485)
About University of New South Wales
UNSW Sydney was founded in 1949 and is a founding member of the Group of Eight. Its main campus is in Kensington, Sydney, with art and design at Paddington and UNSW Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy. UNSW is known for engineering, business, computer science, law, medicine and solar energy research. It is ranked #19 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, the highest of any Australian university.
Rankings & Recognition
#19
Ranked #19 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#20 in QS 2026); highest-ranked university in Australia.
Accreditations & Memberships
Group of Eight (Go8)
Universitas 21
APRU
PLuS Alliance
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of New South Wales's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
96.3#
Employer Reputation
93.5#
Faculty / Student
29.9#
Citations / Faculty
96.9#
Intl. Faculty
100.0#
Intl. Students
99.9#
Intl. Research Network
97.6#
Employment Outcomes
98.7#
Sustainability
97.0#
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Key Facts
1949
Founded
82,272
Total Students (2024)
3,610
Academic Staff (2024)
#19 (top in Australia)
QS 2027
Group of Eight
Group
Popular Programs
Commerce
Engineering
Computer Science
Law
Medicine
Information Technology
Application Details
Application Route
Online via UNSW Apply Online
Intakes
Term 1, 2 and 3
IELTS (most courses)
6.5 (each band 6.0)
IELTS (Business / Law)
7.0
TOEFL iBT (most)
90 (W 23, R/L/S 22)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS Academic
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6.5 (min 6.0 each band) |
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TOEFL iBT
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90 (W 23, R/L/S 22) |
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PTE Academic
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64 (min 54 each) |
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Cambridge C1 Advanced
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176 (min 169 each) |
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IELTS - Business / Law
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7.0 |
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TOEFL iBT - Business / Law
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94 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (subclass 500)
Post-Study Work
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled migration (points test)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Up to full tuition (Scientia)
Career Outcomes
91%
Placement Ratio
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Post-Study Work
48 hrs/fortnight
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff (2024) — 3,610
Admin Staff (2024) — 4,708
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Notable Alumni
Scott Morrison (30th PM of Australia)
Mike Cannon-Brookes (Atlassian)
Gladys Berejiklian (NSW Premier)
Rebel Wilson (actor)
Peter Garrett (musician, politician)
Campus & Location
UNSW's main campus is in Kensington, Sydney. Art and design is taught at Paddington, UNSW Canberra is at ADFA, and there is a Sydney CBD site.
Campus Details
Kensington
+ Paddington + Canberra + CBD
Campus Forecast
Kensington
Paddington
UNSW Canberra (ADFA)
Sydney CBD
Humid subtropical climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus colleges and UNSW-run apartments in Kensington
Dining
Kensington campus food outlets and Randwick cafes
Health & Wellness
OSHC required; UNSW Health Service on campus
Activities & Clubs
Arc clubs and societies
UNSW Sport
Coogee beach nearby
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students (2024)
82,272
Countries
130+
Alumni
300,000+
Cost Deep-Dive
Bachelor of Commerce (2026)
AUD 56,500 / year
Master of IT (2026)
AUD 45,000 / year
Living Cost (Govt minimum)
AUD 29,710 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
UNSW has three terms a year: Term 1 (February), Term 2 (June) and Term 3 (September). Many degrees take new students in more than one term.
Scholarships at University of New South Wales
4 scholarships available
All Levels
AUD 10,000 one-off
Australia's Global University Award
All Levels
20% of tuition fees
UNSW International Student Award
Bachelor's
AUD 10,000 one-off
UNSW College Award
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Year 12 equivalent; IELTS 6.5 (each band 6.0).
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree (e.g. 65% WAM for IT); IELTS 6.5 (each band 6.0).
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5 (min 6.0 each band)TOEFL iBT
90 (W 23, R/L/S 22)PTE Academic
64 (min 54 each)Cambridge C1 Advanced
176 (min 169 each)IELTS - Business / Law
TOEFL iBT - Business / Law
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Year 12 or degree certificate
English test result (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL)
Statement of purpose (Genuine Student)
CV (postgraduate)
Financial capacity evidence
OSHC health cover
Application Process
1
Choose course
Pick a course on unsw.edu.au and check its entry and English requirements.
2
Apply online
Apply through UNSW Apply Online or an authorised agent and upload your documents.
3
Get your offer
Receive a conditional or full offer letter.
4
Accept & pay
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and buy OSHC to receive your CoE.
5
Student visa
Apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with your CoE and Genuine Student statement.
6
Arrive & enrol
Arrive in Australia, attend orientation and finish enrolment.
Campus & Location
UNSW's main campus is in Kensington, Sydney. Art and design is taught at Paddington, UNSW Canberra is at ADFA, and there is a Sydney CBD site.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Commerce
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Computer Science
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Master's
1
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Master's
Master of Information Technology
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