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Frequently Asked Questions Some of the frequently asked questions at UNSW International
Am I an International Student?International Students
If you DO NOT have Australian or New Zealand Citizenship or full Permanent Residence status in Australia, then you are considered an International student. For further details contact the International Office. email: internationaloffice@unsw.edu.au telephone: +61 2 9385 6996 Local Students
If you have Australian or New Zealand Citizenship or have full Permanent Residence status of Australia then you will apply as a local student - even if your schooling has been completed outside of Australia. For further details contact the Student Recruitment Office. email: studentrecruitment@unsw.edu.au telephone: +61 2 9385 1844 Dual citizenship
If you have dual citizenship including Australian or New Zealand citizenship then you must apply as a local student - even if your schooling has been completed outside of Australia. For further details contact the Student Recruitment Office. email: studentrecruitment@unsw.edu.au telephone: +61 2 9385 1844 I am studying Year 12 of High School in Australia, how should I apply?If you are an international student studying Year 12 in Australia, then you will apply to UNSW through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Australian citizens studying abroad and New Zealand Citizens will also need to apply through UAC. If you are an International student and sitting an Australian year 12 examination offshore, you must apply direct to the University. The closing date for applications through UAC is usually early to mid September each year; late applications are accepted until early December upon payment of a late fee.
Should I apply for an Undergraduate or Postgraduate Program?Undergraduate students typically gain entry after completing high school, a pre-university program and or a college diploma, or transfer from undergraduate programs studied at another University. There are many different assessable qualifications. For individual program details, see the Undergraduate Programs Alphabetical List.
If you have already completed a Bachelor's degree and want to go on to study further in the same field you will then be considered a Graduate or Postgraduate student. UNSW Postgraduate Programs include Doctor of Philosophy, Masters by research or coursework, Graduate Diploma, or Graduate Certificate degrees.
How do I transfer to UNSW from another university?It is possible to transfer a degree from an institution recognised by UNSW, but please note that the institution has to be recognised by UNSW. Please contact an assessor at the Direct Admissions Office to check whether your qualification is one recognised by UNSW.
Additionally, as a general rule, for transfers to be possible you will need to complete at least half of your studies at UNSW.
The transfer will also depend very much on your grades. You need to lodge a formal application and provide academic transcripts of your studies to date with information about the subjects you have completed (eg course content, teaching hours, textbooks used etc) - once the information and application have been received then the faculty will assess your application. As part of the assessment, if you are offered to study in a UNSW program, the faculty will let you know if you will be granted any credit for the subjects already completed.
Please note that there is not a separate form for transferring to UNSW - you simply need to use the respective application form (Online application, undergraduate or postgraduate).
If you are currently studying on a Student Visa in Australia, receive an offer to study at UNSW and decide to accept it, you will need to get a Letter of Release from your current provider. You will also need to notify the Department of Immigration and Citizenship of your intended change. Please note there may be restrictions on your visa and so you need to talk to an officer at the Department of Immigration and Citizenship about these matters.
How do I transfer between Undergraduate programs internally at UNSW (for current UNSW students)?Undergraduate students will have the opportunity to transfer programs internally rather than through Direct Admissions as was previously the case.
To be eligible to transfer internally, students must have undertaken a minimum of one semester of study in their current program and be in Good Standing.
To identify which programs can be transferred from/to internally, students should refer to their individual Faculty Schedule of Internal transfer
International students wishing to transfer outside of the Schedule are required to lodge a formal application through the appropriate channel at https://apply.unsw.edu.au
Transfer between programs is for enrolled undergraduate students and not:
What happens to my fees if I obtain Australian Permanent Residency or New Zealand Citizenship?If a student obtains Australian Permanent Residency or New Zealand Citizenship before enrolling in the program, or prior to the Census Date of the semester of first enrolment in that program, the offer of a place (or the enrolment) as an international student will lapse. The student will then be considered for admission as a local student.
If a student is granted Australian Permanent Resident or New Zealand Citizenship status after the Census Date of the first semester of enrolment or after the Census Date of any subsequent semester, the student will be seen as having entered into a contract with the University to pay international fees for that semester. In the following semester the student's status will change to that of a local student and will be assessed for both a Commonwealth Supported (HECS) and an LFEE (local fee) place.
Please note that because of government controls on the number of local students that can be enrolled, such students may not qualify for a Commonwealth Supported place.
Students undertaking Summer Semester course/s will be liable for international tuition fees unless granted permanent residency prior to commencement of the course/s, if the course is of less than six weeks duration. If the course is of more than six weeks duration, permanent residency must have been granted within fourteen days of commencement of the course/s, otherwise the international tuition fee will be payable.
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Semester 1 - 31 March Semester 2 - 31 August What programs of study does UNSW offer?UNSW offers over 400 undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and research programs in the Faculties of: Arts and Social Sciences; Australian School of Business, Built Environment; College of Fine Arts, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science and University College at the Australian Defence Force Academy.
UNSW also offers a wide range of programs through the Institute of Languages and UNSW Foundation Year - the perfect start to University life.
How much does it cost to study at UNSW?Fees vary according to courses (subjects) chosen, all fees are listed in Australian dollars. This means that an individual student's course selection will determine their actual tuition fees. A full explanation on how to calculate your fees can be found here
If you decide NOT to go ahead with your studies at UNSW but have already
paid a tuition fee, details of UNSW Fees and Refund Policy is available. Is there an application fee?Yes, for online applications there is a fee of AUD$50.00 to be paid by credit card only (VISA, Mastercard and Bankcard) when submitting the application. For all other applications there is a fee of AUD$100, which should be submitted along with the completed application and in the form of a bank draft, money order, bank cheque, personal cheque in Australian dollars and made out to "The University of New South Wales".
How should I apply to study at UNSW?To apply online, register with the Apply Online service. Please check your eligibility and 'Apply Online Tips' before proceeding with the application form. For manual submissions, application forms are available from the How to Apply pages for undergraduate programs, postgraduate coursework and research programs, English language programs and UNSW Foundation Year.
Application forms are also available in the UNSW prospectus materials, available on this website or from UNSW International Representative Offices in your home country.
To have a prospectus sent to you please complete a request form.
Are there quotas on the number of students accepted to UNSW?Yes. There are QUOTAS which limit the total number of students enrolments for both international and local students.
When should I submit my application?The new system of quotas which limits the intake of local and international students each semester means that it is now important that you observe the application deadlines.
What Qualifications do I need to study at UNSW?Applications for study at UNSW are assessed on campus at the UNSW Admissions Office, guidelines for entry to UNSW programs are available ... here.
What level of English proficiency do I need?All programs at UNSW are taught in English. Applicants who are applying on the basis of qualifications not conducted in the English language must provide proof of their competence in English. See English Language Requirement for details of accepted tests of English competence.
Are there any Scholarships available?A range of scholarships are available from UNSW and the Australian Government, selection is competitive and prospective students are advised to contact the Scholarships and Financial Support Office for further information.
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