FAQs

Q1. How does UNSW rank internationally?
UNSW consistently scores highly in a range of national and international rankings. The University was ranked 44th in the world in the UK’s 2007 Times Higher Education Supplement (THES) World University Rankings. UNSW's accounting research was ranked first out of 1087 institutions worldwide in the June 2007 edition of the international journal Accounting and Finance. Among Australian universities, UNSW was acknowledged as having the top performing engineering discipline in the Melbourne Institute’s Discipline Ratings for Australian Universities, published in November. The University also rated highly in business and economics. The Financial Times (UK) 2006 table of Executive MBA programs placed AGSM as Australia’s leading business school with an international ranking of 23, an improvement of 12 places since 2005. AGSM is the only Australian business school featured in the rankings.

Q2. What are the courses available at UNSW?
The University offers more than 600 undergraduate and 300 postgraduate programs, and has developed an extensive network of alumni chapters throughout Asia. UNSW has a broad disciplinary base, with Faculties of Arts and Social Sciences; Built Environment; Engineering; Law; Medicine and Science, as well as the College of Fine Arts, UNSW@ADFA and the Australian School of Business, incorporating the Australian Graduate School of Management.

Q3. What are the entry requirements at UNSW?
Entry into programs offered by UNSW is highly competitive. Admission is based on academic merit and all applicants must be able to provide evidence that they have the potential for university study. Applicants must hold qualifications that are acceptable to UNSW for admission. Applications are assessed on the basis of results achieved in those qualifications and for some degrees, relevant work experience.

Q4. How much will I have to pay / budget for my study at UNSW?
The tuition fee depends on the course and level of study. Undergraduate fees range from $A17000/-p.a to $A24000/-p.a while postgraduate fees range from $A20000/-p.a to $A28000/-p.a. Living expenses as recommended by the AHC is $A12000/-p.a but a student’s lifestyle can make a big difference to it and we recommend that you budget about $A16000/-p.a.

Q5. Does UNSW offer any scholarships?
There is a wide range of UNSW scholarships offered for international students, some of these are: Faculty of Engineering International Alumni Scholarship, Faculty of Engineering International Research Scholarship, Golden Jubilee Scholarships, UNSW International Student Scholarships, Asia Pacific Partnership (APP) Sponsorships The most common external (non-UNSW) scholarships for international students are: Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) (country specific) and Endeavour International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (EIPRS). For further information, please log onto: http://www.international.unsw.edu.au/future/futurescholarships.html

Q6. What are my work rights as a student?
International students may apply for work rights on their student visa. Working rights permit students to work up to a maximum of twenty hours per week during semester time, and full time during semester recess. Please visit the Work Permit and Tax Info page for further information

Q7. How do I apply to 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, which can be obtained from the UNSW India Office.

Q8. What are the on-campus and off-campus accommodation options at UNSW?
UNSW offers assistance in finding temporary and long term accommodation through the UNSW Housing Office in addition to the International Student Services Housing Office. Accommodation options to suit individual budgets, preferences and lifestyle can be found.

More FAQs can be found at: http://www.international.unsw.edu.au/future/futurefaq.html