Welcome to UNSW Australia (The University of New South Wales), one of Australia's leading research and teaching universities. At UNSW, we take pride in the broad range and high quality of our teaching programs. Our teaching gains strength and currency from our research activities, strong industry links and our international nature; UNSW has a strong regional and global engagement.
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Master's Programmes
Business & Management (26)
- Master Aviation Management
- Master Business
- Master Capability Management
- Master Commerce
- Master Commerce (Extension)
- M.Phil. Commerce and Economics
- Master Decision Analytics
- M.Ed. Educational Leadership
- Master Finance
- Master Financial Analysis
- Master Financial Mathematics
- Master Financial Planning
- M.B.A. International Business
- Master Logistics Management
- Master Master of Analytics
- Master Professional Accounting
- Master Project Management
- Master Public Leadership and Policy
- Master Strategic People Management
- Master Sustainment Management
- Master Taxation
Social Sciences (17)
- Master Actuarial Studies
- M.Phil. Commerce and Economics
- Master Development Studies
- Master Economics
- Master Forensic Mental Health
- Master International Relations
- Master Journalism and Communication
- Master Psychology (Clinical)
- Master Psychology (Forensic)
- Master Public Leadership and Policy
- Master Public Policy and Governance
- Master Strategy and Security
Engineering & Technology (13)
- Master Aviation Management
- Master Biomedical Engineering
- Master City Analytics
- Master City Planning
- M.Eng. Engineering
- Master Engineering Science
- Master Engineering Science
- Master Materials Technology
- Master Space Engineering
- Master Systems Engineering
- Master Urban Development and Design
Medicine & Health (12)
- Master Clinical Optometry
- Master Forensic Mental Health
- Master Health Management
- Master International Public Health
- Master Optometry
- Master Pharmaceutical Medicine
- Master Public Health
- Master Reproductive Medicine
- Master Women's Health Medicine
Arts, Design & Architecture (9)
- Master Architecture
- Master Design
- Master Landscape Architecture
- Master Urban Development and Design
Computer Science & IT (7)
- Master Cyber Security
- Master Cyber Security Operations
- Master Information Technology
- Master Master of Analytics
- Master Master of Data Science
Journalism & Media (7)
- Master Interpreting
- Master Journalism and Communication
- Master Translation
- Master Translation and Interpreting
Education & Training (5)
- M.Ed. Education
- M.Ed. Educational Leadership
- Postgraduate Certificate Teaching
- Master Teaching (Primary)
- Master Teaching (Secondary)
Humanities (5)
- Master Applied Linguistics
- Master Interpreting
- Master Translation
- Master War Studies
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (5)
- Master Actuarial Studies
- Master Financial Mathematics
- Master Mathematics
- Master Space Operations
- Master Statistics
Applied Sciences & Professions (4)
- Master Food Science
- Master Forensic Mental Health
- Master Psychology (Forensic)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (3)
- Master City Analytics
- Master Environmental Management
Law (2)
- LL.M. Law
- M.Sc. Property and Development
About
History
The University was incorporated by Act of the Parliament of New South Wales in Sydney in 1949, but its character and idea can be traced back to the formation of the Sydney Mechanics Institute in 1843, leading to the formation of the Sydney Technical College in 1878. The Institute sought ‘the diffusion of scientific and special knowledge’, the College sought to apply and teach it.
Education
UNSW offers an extensive range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs. We attract talented students from across Australia and around the world.
Our 50,000-plus students come from 128 countries, making us one of Australia’s most cosmopolitan universities. Our emphasis on quality continues to push up entry standards with record demand from the State’s top school leavers.
Research
UNSW is one of Australia's leading research and teaching universities and has a strong international reputation. Postgraduate research candidates undertake research through supervision with some of Australia's leading researchers to produce a thesis or other piece of written or creative work. You can choose from a Master of Philosophy, Masters by Research or PhD.
Career
UNSW Careers and Employment is committed to linking you with potential employers and helping you develop the skills you need for your career beyond the classroom.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
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2019
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2018
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QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
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2019
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2018
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World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
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2018
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2017
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ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
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2019
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2018
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Student Development International (SDI) is the first point of contact for international students. Ou rInternational Student Advisors are always here to help you with personalised advise and information about all aspects of your university life, your student visa, your well-being and academic performance or if you need help but don’t know where to go. We can help you make the most of your time at UNSW Australia.
Housing services
Living on campus at UNSW Australia provides more than just a place to live. It provides a home - as supportive, safe and secure as a true home should be. More than this, it provides a community lifestyle that encourages the new friendships and experiences that are essential to a fulfilling University life. Being on campus at UNSW is about being a part of a community.
The UNSW Apartments are located either on-campus or off campus and are designed for independent living for undergraduates and postgraduates, including couples and families with children.
Library services
Main Library and Law Library, Kensington and UNSW Paddington Library.
Library space and facilities
- Printing, copying & scanning
- Room bookings
- Computers in the library
- Information Kiosks
ICT services
Access to the UniWide wireless network is available to all current UNSW students. Please note that UniWide access is not available to the general public.
Medical services
We are here to provide a quality health service to the Students, Staff & visitors of UNSW. Students are our priority and our Doctors, Nurses and Administration staff are non-judgemental and have a special interest in youth health. General Practitioners (Doctors) and Specialists operate their own practice within the facility, which is managed by UNSW.
Student Life
Campus life
UNSW, located in the eastern suburbs, is just minutes away from the city and is easily accessible from Central Station and other major transportation hubs located throughout Sydney.
- Kensington Campus
- Paddington Campus
- UNSW CBD Campus
- Randwick Campus
- Cliffbrook Campus
- David Phillips Field
- Manly Vale Campus
- UNSW Canberra
Sports facilities
Have fun and get fit! With heaps of space to throw, skip and jump your way into fun times, fitness and friendships. Whether you’re keen to get active, want to represent UNSW against other unis, or just have fun and meet new people, we’re sure to have something that’ll float your boat!
Get your game on at one of our 3 sites. Whatever your sport – AFL, cricket, football, futsal, hockey, tennis, cricket, touch, baseball, ultimate Frisbee, rugby league, rugby union and so many more - we'll get you in the game. Manchester United, the Waratahs and the Rabbitohs have used them, so they can’t be too shabby!
Student clubs
Joining a UNSW student club or society and getting involved, is the best way of meeting people who share your interests and making friends in the campus community.
- UNSW club and societies
- Sport clubs
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
Studying psychology at UNSW
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing teaching, fair assessments, empirical scientific study
Uganda to UNSW
Roberta Magoba rated 5 out of 5 stars
I can confidently say that my overall study experience at UNSW has molded me into a resilient individual and further increased my sense of curiosity as well as made me more open to realities outside of the small Ugandan bubble I had known. Firstly, getting the chance to study overseas at 19 encouraged me to develop a sense of responsibility that an experience like that...
A Young East African Girl in Sydney
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I arrived at The University of New South Wales in February 2016 all the way from the other side of the globe, Uganda. Though this may paint a very daunting picture, the environment and the people at UNSW made settling into my study experience comfortable and enabled me to stay excited for the three years that I had ahead of me. Truthfully, though the classes seemed...
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