Overview

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is one of the leading teaching and research universities in Australia - renowned for the quality of its graduates and its commitment to new and creative approaches to education and research. Its motto - Scientia Manu et Mente ("Knowledge by Hand and Mind") - encapsulates the University's central philosophy of balancing the practical and the scholarly.

UNSW graduates are highly employable and command some of the best starting salaries. The University also enjoys the reputation of being Australia's leading international university with the largest on-campus enrollment of international students and over 200 sister university partnerships around the world, amongst many other international activities.

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While studying at UNSW, you can maximize your study abroad experience by enrolling in the new Global Identity course (EdPA 3103 Connecting Your International Experience to Your Future). The course will help you articulate the value of your experience to future employers, demonstrate your intercultural development and skills, and understand intercultural interactions.

This one-credit, online course is offered by the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities exclusively for students studying in Australia with AustraLearn. LEARN MORE>

Location

Sydney is the largest, oldest, and most beautifully situated city in Australia. Sydney is a major business center and the main Australian port of call for international airlines. Over four million people live in this exciting, cosmopolitan city, which offers more entertainment, shopping and sightseeing than any other place in Australia.

Kensington Campus
The main campus of 85 acres is at Kensington, 4.5 miles southeast of Sydney's central business district. It is a 20-minute bus ride to downtown and Sydney Harbor. It is in close proximity to Coogee Beach and other beachside suburbs and within walking distance of acres of parklands.

Extracurricular Activities

The Sport and Recreation Center serves the Sports Association and numerous sporting clubs. It includes eight squash courts, seven tennis courts, a 50m indoor heated swimming pool, a large gymnasium and gymnastic pit, and rooms for fencing, table tennis, judo, archery, fitness circuits, weight lifting, karate, aerobics, and jazz ballet.

There are also over 100 registered clubs at UNSW including:

AIESEC
Amnesty International
Athletics Club
Film Society
Finance and Banking Society
Kendo Club
New South Uni Theatrical Society (NUTS)
Rugby Union Club
Underwater Club (Dive Club)
United Nations Society
UNSW Professional Speaking (Toastmasters)
UNSW Waterski and Wakeboard Club
Various clubs affiliated with religion

Academic Highlights

As one of the largest universities in Australia, UNSW offers a vast range of coursework for Study Abroad students to consider:

Arts and Humanities: Asian Studies, Australian Studies, Criminology, Dance, Development Studies, Education, English, Environmental Studies, Film, History, International Studies, Jewish Studies, Linguistics, Media, Communication and Journalism, Modern Languages, Music & Music Education, Philosophy, Policy Studies, Politics and International Relations, Social Science, Sociology and Anthropology, Theatre, Women’s and Gender Studies.

Built Environment: Architecture, Architectural Computing, Interior Architecture, Building Construction Management, Planning and Urban Development, Landscape Architecture, Industrial Design.

Business: Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Business Law and Taxation, Business Strategy and Economic Management, Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Organizational Management, Information Systems, International Business, Marketing, Strategy and Entrepreneurship, Tourism and Hospitality Management.

Engineering: Aerospace, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronic, Manufacturing, Mining, Petroleum, Photovoltaic, and Renewable Energy Engineering. Computer Science, Industrial Chemistry, Naval Architecture, Photonics, Surveying and Spatial Information Systems, and Telecommunications.

College of Fine Arts: Animation, Applied/Object Design, Art Administration, Art and Design Education, Art History and Theory, Ceramics, Curating, Design History and Theory, Design Management, Design Process, Digital Imaging, Drawing, Educational Technology and Media, E-Learning and Online Communities, Environments/Spatial Design, Film, Graphic Design, Interactive Media, Jewellery, New Media, Painting, Photomedia, Printmaking, Rapid Prototyping, Sculpture, Performance and Installation, Sound, Textiles, Time Based Art, Video, 3D Modelling.

Sciences: Anatomy, Aviation, Biochemistry, Biomechanics, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Climate Science, Ecology, Environmental Science, Evolutionary Biology, Food Science and Nutrition, Genetics, Geochemistry, Geography, Geology, Geoscience, History and Philosophy of Science, Marine Biology, Marine Geology, Materials Science, Mathematics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Physics, Physical Oceanography Physiology, Psychology, Remote Sensing, Safety, Health and Environment, Spatial Information Systems, Statistics, Toxicology, Zoology.
 
National Institute of Dramatic Art: Acting, Directing.

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Classes are offered in a wide range of subjects. To see if the classes you need are available at this university, review the course catalog.
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Be sure to use the "help pages" for assistance on finding the courses that you need.

University Services

The university offers many services, including:

University Counseling Service
Student Equity and Disabilities Unit
Chaplaincy
Learning and Language Assistance
Sport and Recreation Center
Health Services
Library and Computers

In addition to the comprehensive range of services offered university-wide, UNSW Study Abroad offers academic counseling throughout the semester, a personalized enrollment process, a computer lounge, and a range of organized social and voluntary activities.

Housing

Students undertaking study through UNSW Study Abroad have the opportunity to select a variety of accommodation options. They include on-campus dormitory options and off-campus UNSW Study Abroad-leased housing. Alternatively, students may find their own accommodation if they wish.

Residential colleges foster an atmosphere in keeping with their own ethical values and educational philosophy. Off-campus students stay in one of 80 properties ranging from large homes to smaller-style apartments, all located in the beachside or close to the university suburbs of Randwick, Coogee, and Bondi.

Orientation

A comprehensive orientation program helps students settle into Sydney life and adjust to study at UNSW. Information covered includes both UNSW-specific material as well as advice on student services, sports, traveling, safety, health, and getting the most out of your time abroad.

Special Programs/Excursions

UNSW Study Abroad organizes a wide variety of social activities during the semester including events such as theatre evenings and performances at the Opera House, surfing lessons, harbor cruises, barbecues, visits to wildlife parks, weekend trips, horse riding, and local sporting events.

Community Involvement

While abroad, we recommend getting involved in your local community. It's an awesome way to meet locals, experience the true Australian culture, and create long lasting memories. From volunteering to festival-going, we challenge you to make the most of your international experience... See a sample of community involvement opportunities available in Sydney or discover your own upon arrival!

You'll get a taste of how enriching community involvement can be during your first few days in Australia on AustraLearn's Culture and Adventure Program. The program includes one day of pre-arranged volunteering with the local community. You'll interact directly with locals while giving back to and sharing your own culture with the community that first welcomes you to Australia. Plus, you can continue your volunteer efforts later in the semester by signing up for AustraLearn's Conservation Volunteer Weekend.

View Subjects

Classes are offered in a wide range of subjects. To see if the classes you need are available at this university, review the course catalog.
View courses/subjects available at this university.
Be sure to use the "help pages" for assistance on finding the courses that you need.

Fees

Program Fees	$11700.00
Housing
With Meals	Starting at $5,745
Without Meals	Starting at $4,725
Housing Deposit
With Meals	AUD$500 deposit paid to UNSW by student with housing application
Without Meals	AUD$500 deposit paid to UNSW by student with housing application

Fee Includes

Program fees are in U.S. dollars. Program Fees include tuition for 3 to 4 subjects, university administrative fees, membership in the student union (where applicable), overseas health coverage, ISIC Premium (International Student Identity Card), 25% Lonely Planet Book discount, also included is our renowned 6-day Bridging Cultures Program in Tropical Cairns, Australia.

Fees include all pre-trip services such as: orientation materials, visa-processing service (excluding the visa fee), housing placements, personal advising, subject selections, liaise with your home university, credit transfer assistance, and financial aid services. As a study abroad student, you will be required to enroll as a full time student. Your semester is equivalent to 12-16 U.S. credits. Additional tuition and/or fees may apply in some subject areas not limited to the following: science, engineering, fine arts, and journalism. Students who undertake subjects where the university requires additional fees will be billed by the host university. Several universities have included the Sports and Rec. membership. Activities are usually extra.

The Housing Fees are approximates and are in addition to the Program Fees. Housing fees listed include the least expensive option available for single accommodation in flats, houses and/or dormitories. AustraLearn offers a wide variety of accommodation options and costs allowing for individual budget considerations. Students who choose to arrange their own accommodation upon arrival will be charged the Program Fee only, as they will be responsible for making payment directly to the housing provider once accommodation has been arranged.

Fee Semester

The Program Fees listed are for the February 2010 semester. Fees are subject to change for future terms. The Housing Fees listed are approximate figures based on the least expensive option available for accommmodation in flats, houses and/or dormitories. AustraLearn offers a wide variety of accommodation options and costs allowing for individual budget considerations.

Facts

Location: Sydney, New South Wales
Overseas Students: 7450
Staff: 6650
Total Enrolment: 38000

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have the required GPA and have completed at least the equivalent of one year of full-time study at the university/college level. Students with a lower GPA than the requirement may be considered on a case by case basis. Please contact our office for more information.

Required GPA: 3.00