UNSW Foundation Studies
Student Guide 2015
Never Stand Still
UNSW Foundation Studies
step up
to UNSW
UNSW Foundation Studies delivers high quality university pathway
programs to UNSW Australia and other universities. It was the first in
Australia, and after 25 years is still the country’s foremost Foundation
Program provider. Experienced academic staff and strong student support
services ensure high levels of student progression. Step up to university
through UNSW Foundation Studies.
For those who never stand still
VICE-CHANCELLOR’S
WELCOME
As President and Vice-Chancellor of UNSW I take great pride
in our achievements, particularly our status as one of the top
100 universities in the world, and Australia’s premier university
focused on science, technology, business and the professions.
Our modern and cosmopolitan campus sees
preparation for university study as well as a
staff and students from 120 different countries
university entry qualification. These programs
come together to pursue their academic
help international students from a wide variety
passions and to tackle some of the world’s
of educational backgrounds to meet the
great challenges. Through research, we are
challenging academic entry standards of UNSW
making a difference in areas such as climate
and to develop the study, language and cultural
change and lifesaving HIV treatments. We are
skills needed to succeed at university in Australia.
also developing innovative new technologies,
including ultra-powerful quantum computers
By choosing UNSW you will be joining the
that will transform the way we work, and the
brightest and best students from Australia
groundbreaking bionic eye which has the
and abroad. Surveys show their success
potential to give back sight to thousands.
in their chosen careers, with our graduates
consistently earning among the highest starting
This is a particularly exciting time to study at
salaries. UNSW has educated more CEOs from
UNSW. The Tyree Energy Technologies Building
Australia’s top 50 companies, produced more
is our new home for energy research and we
technology entrepreneurs in the past 15 years
have recently completed the Wallace Wurth
and has a higher number of millionaire alumni
redevelopment, housing state-of-the-art research
that any other Australian university. So you know
and medical teaching facilities. Our Art & Design
you will be joining a talented and highly driven
faculty has undergone an AUD$58 million facelift,
student community.
cementing its reputation as Australia’s leading
school of art, design and digital media. We
I wish you well with your journey ahead and
have also expanded our on-campus student
look forward to welcoming you to UNSW in
accommodation with the Kensington Colleges
the near future.
and the University Terraces.
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As part of the UNSW family, UNSW Foundation
Studies is celebrating more than 25 years as
Frederick G Hilmer AO
Australia’s leading provider of pre-university
President and Vice-Chancellor
programs. Our programs provide an excellent
UNSW Australia
CONTENTS
UNSW Foundation Studies
UNSW Australia
Living in Sydney
UNSW Foundation Studies Why Choose UNSW Foundation Studies
Our Successful Students
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Academic Programs
Foundation Studies Programs
Academic Programs Calendar Streams of Study Entry Requirements
English Requirements
English for Foundation
Scholarships and Awards
Citizens and Residents
Recognition
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Starting Your University Degree
Undergraduate Entry Requirements
Student Services Accommodation
UNSW Residential Communities A Parent Perspective
How to Apply
Program Fees
Application Forms
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Other Locations
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Our Global Network
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This student guide provides information
for students intending to further their
studies at university level and should
be read in conjunction with the UNSW
International Undergraduate and
Postgraduate Student Guides which
provide more detailed information
on UNSW facilities as well as
undergraduate and postgraduate
programs and tuition fees. The UNSW
Undergraduate and Postgraduate
Student Guides can be found online
at: www.handbook.unsw.edu.au
All UNSW Foundation Studies Programs
meet the requirements for foundation
programs which have been registered
in CRICOS for delivery in Australia
to overseas students. The programs
provide an academic preparation
for entry to first year undergraduate
study or its equivalent.
The information contained in this guide
is correct as at September 2014.
UNSW Foundation Studies reserves the
right to alter any program or admission
requirement herein without prior notice.
UNSW Foundation Studies
Programs are delivered under
UNSW CRICOS Provider Code:
00098G, by UNSW Global Pty Limited
ABN 62 086 418 582
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UNSW AUSTRALIA
UNSW Australia (The University of New South Wales) is Australia’s
first international university and is recognised for innovative teaching
and leading research. It is highly respected globally, and occupies
a premier position in the Asia-Pacific region preparing the next
generation of leaders for career success.
Established in 1949, UNSW works closely with
The best and brightest students
industry, business and public research bodies
With eight faculties in Sydney, as well as our
in Australia and around the world to ensure our
Canberra campus, we attract some of the most
programs are relevant to today’s fast-paced
talented students from around Australia and
and ever-changing world.
internationally. This ensures we have one of
Australia’s most diverse student populations,
Some facts about UNSW
welcoming 13,000 international students from
more than 120 countries.
For a relatively young university, we have
enjoyed enormous success. This includes:
This diversity makes for a vibrant, cosmopolitan
• being a top 100 university globally,
student experience, while our internationally
ranking 48th in the world in 2014 in
focused curricula and extensive exchange
the QS World University Rankings
programs ensure all students receive a truly
• climbing the QS World University Ranking
global education.
by subject in 2014, with 16 subjects in the
world’s top 50 and with Accounting and
Finance in the top 10.
• becoming the first university worldwide
The recognition our graduates deserve
Our international graduates have the
to be awarded a five star plus ranking
highest median starting salaries and
by QS World University Rankings in 2012
employment rates amongst the Australian
and again in 2013.
Group of Eight universities*.
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• being a founding member of the prestigious
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Group of Eight (Go8) leading teaching and
Having successfully studied at UNSW, many
research universities in Australia
of our graduates have become leaders in
• gaining membership of Universitas 21,
government, business, research and industry.
a consortium of the world’s leading
This is reflected in the fact that of Australia’s
research universities from Asia, Europe
top 50 companies, UNSW has educated the
and North America
highest number of serving CEOs**.
UNSW is one of
Australia’s leading
research and teaching
universities, ranked
in the top 100
universities worldwide
and renowned for
the quality of its
graduates.
Leaders in their field: our alumni
With over 245,000 alumni based across more than
140 countries, the UNSW global alumni network is
impressive. Many work in significant positions in
commerce, government, industry, and academic
life. Some of our most prominent alumni include
award-winning animator, Philip To; Judge of
the High Court of Hong Kong, His Honour
Justice Barnabas Fung; Chairman and CEO of
Boustead Singapore Limited, Fong Fui Wong;
founder of ResMed, Dr Peter Farrell AM; and
co-founder of the Octopus Group, Elaine Teh.
Being an alumnus of UNSW allows you to
enhance your personal and professional network,
and keeps you informed of developments at
the University. With networks in Australia, China,
Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand,
Vietnam, the United Kingdom, United States and
Indonesia, we offer you the opportunity to meet
other alumni wherever you may be.
* 2012 Australian Graduate Survey; includes
undergraduate and postgraduate international graduates
** 2012 Suncorp Banks Power Index
LIVING IN SYDNEY
Sydney is Australia’s largest and most dynamic city. It is an exciting
and ever-changing urban centre. Sydney is vibrant and cosmopolitan
with a diverse and unique lifestyle. Importantly, Sydney is considered
to be safe, clean and green.
A city of the world
House. The city is surrounded by beautiful
Located on the south-east coast of Australia,
sandy beaches, national parks and mountain
Sydney is the gateway to Australia and
ranges suitable for bushwalking, hiking and
home to over four million people. Sydney
camping all year round.
is also one of the world’s most multicultural
cities, where you can experience the food,
entertainment and customs of the world.
Making the most of Sydney’s climate
Australians are very accepting of other
There are four seasons in Sydney. Summer
cultures, and over 50% of Sydney residents
is from December to February, autumn from
today were born outside Australia or have
March to May, winter from June to August, and
at least one parent born overseas.
spring from September to November. January
and February are the hottest months in Sydney.
Sydney’s energetic lifestyle
Sydney hosts many major cultural and sporting
Sydney’s winters are generally mild.
events, thousands of eateries and restaurants
Part-time and vacation work
from many different cultures, excellent shopping
As an international student, Australian
options and an exciting and diverse nightlife.
immigration regulations allow you to work up
Lively weekend markets are a feature of areas
to 40 hours per fortnight during semester,
such as the famous Rocks district, Paddington,
and full time during university vacations. It is
Balmain and Chinatown. They provide a
important to note that you are not permitted to
cheaper shopping alternative to the wide range
work until you have commenced your studies.
of department stores and designer outlets.
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There are many ways to find casual and
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Our warm and sunny climate is perfect for a
part-time work. Look in local newspapers,
healthy outdoor lifestyle. People enjoy a range
ask your friends, or enquire at the University
of activities including cycling, swimming and
Careers and Employment Office. You can also
surfing. The city centre is beside Sydney
look online at www.careers.unsw.edu.au or other
Harbour and features landmarks such as the
employment websites. You should not rely on
Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Royal Botanic
income from your work to pay for your study
Gardens and the world famous Sydney Opera
fees or basic expenses.
Public transport
The most popular and convenient way to travel
to UNSW is on modern public buses. Regular
services connect UNSW with all major transport
hubs, including Sydney’s Central railway station,
which is approximately 15 minutes by bus from
the University.
From Central station, you can travel across much
of the Sydney metropolitan area, country NSW
Located on the
south-east coast,
Sydney is the gateway
to Australia and
home to over four
million people.
Sydney is also one
of the world’s most
multicultural cities.
Quick Facts:
and interstate on an extensive train network.
Population:
4.7 million
As a full fee paying international student, you
Average Temperature:
15°C - 27°C
may be eligible for discounted travel on public
transport in the greater Sydney metropolitan area.
Food and shopping
Sydney is famous for its vibrant food scene,
and in the suburbs surrounding UNSW, there
are many reasonably priced, good quality
restaurants, cafés and shops selling food from
around the world. Halal and kosher meat is
readily available at butcher shops near our
Kensington campus.
With our range of on campus cafés and takeaway food outlets, you won’t have to travel far
to find something to satisfy your taste – whether
it’s sushi, croissants and coffee, vegetarian food,
laksa or noodles.
You will also find food, clothing, pharmaceuticals,
books and stationery in the shops on campus
and in nearby retail areas.
Cost of Living
For general costs of living in Sydney, please
see: www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/student-information/
student-life/living-in-sydney
DISTANCE FROM UNSW:
Bondi Beach:
7 km
Centennial Park:
3 km
Sydney Airport:
7 km
Sydney Centre:
7 km
UNSW FOUNDATION STUDIES
Australia’s leading foundation program is celebrating 25 years
of teaching. In that time, the program has helped over 20,000
students achieve success.
Move into your
career and
future success
UNSW Foundation Studies was established
leading foundation program. More than 20,000
in 1988 and is the longest running and
international students having graduated from
leading provider of pre-university foundation
UNSW Foundation Studies, with the majority
programs in Australia, offering students a
going on to achieve excellent results in their
smooth pathway into undergraduate studies.
degree studies and move into successful
We are celebrating 25 years as Australia’s
Foundation Studies programs provide both
careers in a wide range of fields in government,
a university entry qualification and the specific
business and industry.
Start your Degree
at UNSW
skills and knowledge required to be successful
STANDARD PLUS
(12 months)
STANDARD
(9 months)
TRANSITION
(4 months)
Optional English
courses are
available
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International Success
UNIVERSITY
UNSW
FOUNDATION
STUDIES
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Australia’s Longest Running
Foundation Program
HIGH
SCHOOL
Gain entry to
UNSW Foundation
Studies with your
school results
(See page 16)
in future studies.
High Quality Learning
and Teaching Programs
A Range of Academic Programs
We offer students the opportunity to commence
a UNSW Foundation Studies program at 7
different times during the year. This choice of
UNSW Foundation Studies has a reputation for
programs caters for different academic levels.
high quality academic courses which provide
It offers students the option of choosing a
an outstanding preparation for success at
slower pace of tuition, helping them to enhance
university. Our innovative approach to learning
their academic performance for entry to and
and teaching fosters a capacity for critical
success in their undergraduate degree at
thinking and creative problem solving, the
UNSW. Students may also choose a faster pace,
ability to engage in independent and reflective
if they meet requirements, reducing the living
practice, and the skills required for collaborative
cost and cost of tuition.
learning and scholarly enquiry.
For a list of UNSW Foundation
State of the Art Technology
and Learning Support
Students studying a UNSW Foundation
Studies program enjoy first-class teaching
facilities in classrooms equipped with modern
technology. Our highly qualified teachers
provide ongoing learning support both in
and outside the classroom.
Studies programs see page 12.
‘I chose to study here
because Australia is a
nice country and the
quality of education is
very good. I have improved
my English a lot which
will make it easier for me
to communicate at uni.’
Alexandr Tyukhlov
(Russia)
Studied UFS Life Science
WHY CHOOSE
UNSW FOUNDATION STUDIES?
International students who successfully complete a UNSW
Foundation Studies program have a guarantee of a place
in an undergraduate degree at UNSW in Sydney.
Excellent Preparation for Career Success
All programs are accredited by the Academic
UNSW Foundation Studies gives you the skills to
Board of UNSW, which monitors the quality
succeed in your undergraduate studies. Many
and standards of the curriculum.
past students have been invited to stay on at
UNSW for higher degree studies. Most students
You are able to consult with teachers about
move into highly successful careers in business,
your studies in additional sessions outside
government and industry after graduation.
class time. You will have the advantage of
an academic support program where each
Study on the UNSW campus where you have
tutorial group is assigned a dedicated teacher
full access to facilities and receive the best
to advise you on a range of matters. In these
preparation for your undergraduate studies.
discussion sessions, you are provided with
advice on study skills, exam preparation and
The program structure is flexible and allows
academic progress, as well as university
you to join at different times during the year
undergraduate programs.
and at different academic levels.
Teaching follows university practice with
UNSW Pathway Packages are available
lectures and tutorials. Tutorial classes generally
providing you with a seamless study pathway
have about 18 students or fewer so you can
between the UNSW Institute of Languages
receive individual attention.
(if you need additional English language
training), UNSW Foundation Studies programs
UNSW Foundation Studies provides a safe,
and UNSW undergraduate degree programs
caring environment with friendly, supportive
– all on a single visa.
advisers and teachers who have many years
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Courses taught at UNSW Foundation Studies
are specifically designed to prepare you for
You will be taught in a modern, well-equipped
your chosen degree course and are continually
facility that includes recreational areas and a
modified as new areas of study emerge.
courtyard café.
‘Being an overseas
student, safety and
health is most important
for me. Sydney is a safe
city and I chose to study
here as UNSW is a good
choice for engineering.
The most important
thing I have learnt
is how to do things
independently and to do
my best in everything.’
Yiran Zhao (China)
Participate in class activities that help you develop
your presentation and language skills, giving you
greater confidence in the use of spoken English.
UNSW Foundation Studies has its own
residential college that offers you first-class
accommodation with a high level of security
and care only a short walk from the campus.
There are also other accommodation options
for over-18-year-olds on the UNSW campus.
UNSW Foundation Studies and UNSW Institute
of Languages are the only educational partners
approved by UNSW for packaging under the
Streamlined Visa Process.
You can participate in social activities to build
friendship and support networks that last
beyond your studies and give you greater
confidence in your use of English.
On completion of your degree, you may also
be eligible to access the post-study work visa.
Further details are available on the Department
of Immigration and Border Protection website:
www.immi.gov.au
Enjoy a university campus experience studying
with students from around the world, making
friends and enjoying living in Sydney.
Studying Foundation
English Entry Course
OUR SUCCESSFUL
STUDENTS
Danyan completed the Transition
Program Commerce Stream at UNSW
Foundation Studies and scored an
outstanding GPA of 9.6 out of 10.
Danyan Zhao (China)
Completed UFS Transition Program –
Commerce Stream (2012).
“I had never learnt any business subjects in
China and I felt that completing an Academic
English course alone would not be as helpful
as the Transition Program. In the Transition
Currently studying UNSW Bachelor
of Actuarial Studies.
Program I could spend a similar amount of
Danyan is a confident and well spoken student
me to do well in my degree.”
time studying relevant subjects like Economics,
Business Law and Maths, which are vital for
regarded by her teachers as a high-achiever
who went out of her way to learn as much
Danyan was very impressed with the
as she could. She is currently in her 2nd year
quality of teaching at UFS: “The University
at UNSW, studying one of the most challenging
style teaching at UFS helped me to adjust
courses at the University – the Bachelor of
from the Chinese to the Australian education
Actuarial Studies.
system. The UFS teachers were always patient
and helpful... the knowledge I have learnt
Danyan achieved good grades in the Gaokao
in UFS was very practical and related to my
Examination and was offered direct entry into a
first year of university so I did not find my
Bachelor course at another Go8 university with
first year as difficult.”
a condition to complete an Academic English
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program. Instead, she decided to study at
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“I really appreciate the staff at UFS, who
UNSW Foundation Studies (UFS), believing the
had helped me grow and learn. It was
Transition Program would provide her with a
such a rewarding experience that I am
stronger background for her future studies:
still benefiting from today.”
Daniel is currently at UNSW
studying Bachelor of Commerce
with a double major in Finance and
Economics, and is the Founder
& Chief Analyst of Aspire Aviation.
Daniel Tsang (Hong Kong)
Completed UFS Transition Program –
Commerce Stream (2012).
Currently in his second year at UNSW, Daniel says
‘I’m having a very good time taking a Finance and
Economics double-major, although I find Finance
challenging, I’m obsessed with Economics!’ In
addition to his studies, Daniel keeps his eyes
Daniel showed early entrepreneurial qualities
on the skies, having been featured on an ABC
prior to arriving in Sydney to study at UNSW
News story Airlines struggle in highly crowded
Foundation Studies. In 2008, he started
market and is extensively quoted in many media
writing a blog about aviation, now known
publications including The Wall Street Journal,
as Aspire Aviation.
Bloomberg Businessweek and Forbes. He even
managed to fit in a trip back to Hong Kong to attend
He talks about why he came overseas to study
Cathay Pacific’s private gathering where he met its
and his experience. ‘My parents encouraged
new CEO, Ivan Chu, who is a fellow UNSW alumnus.
me to live independently and broaden my
horizons. I chose to study here as Australia is a
With one year remaining in his degree, he plans
safe country and it’s closer to Hong Kong than
to study an honors year in economics before
the United States. I realise now how the culture
getting firsthand experience in an Australian
in Hong Kong is very competitive and people
airline to see how things work internally.
keep things close to their chest. Studying
here people are friendly and we share and
Although passionate about aviation, Daniel
learn together. I benefited from the Transition
remains open about the future. He has
program with the consistent academic structure
considered the idea of expanding his skills
and study style similar to UNSW. I’ve adapted
and knowledge to other industries such as
quickly to university life as we had lectures
retail. ‘Never say never. I think it is important
on campus as well as having built close
to be open-minded. I have still a long way to
friendships. Even now, my UNSW Foundation
go to improve and want to embrace all the
Studies classmates are my best friends.’
opportunities of the world.’
FOUNDATION STUDIES PROGRAMS
You have a selection of Programs and Streams to choose from based
on your academic background and intended university degree.
Transition Program
(4 months)
Standard Plus Foundation Program
(12 months)
To enter our Transition Program, you should
Our Standard Plus Program, is an extended
have completed a matriculation program or a
foundation program for students who do not
senior high school qualification, for example,
meet the entry requirements for the Standard
A-Levels, HKDSE, Gaokao, an Australian HSC
Program, or who may need a slightly longer
or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
academic program with a slower pace of study.
Program. The Transition Program offers Physical
To enter our Standard Plus Foundation Program,
Science, Life Science, Commerce and Actuarial
you should have completed 11 years of
Studies Streams only. You should have an IELTS
schooling or equivalent, for example, Year 11 in
of 6.0 (or equivalent) with a 5.5 in writing (or
Australia, Form 5 in Hong Kong, Senior Middle
equivalent). Entry requirements for the
2 in China, SMU 2 in Indonesia, or the MYP
Transition Program are shown on page 16.
or Year 1 of the International Baccalaureate
Diploma. You should have an IELTS of 5.5 (or
Standard Foundation Program
(9 months)
equivalent) with a 5.0 in writing (or equivalent).
have completed 11 or 12 years of schooling
Foundation English Entry Course
(10 weeks+)
with good grades and strong English language
An optional, 10-week Foundation English
proficiency. You should have an IELTS of 5.5
Entry Course (FEEC) is available for students
with minimum 5.0 in all individual skills (or
with an IELTS of 5.0 (or equivalent) and with
equivalent). Entry requirements for the Standard
a 4.5 in writing (or equivalent). The FEEC can
Foundation Program are shown on page 16.
be packaged with your Foundation Studies
To enter our Standard Program, you should
Program and UNSW degree on one visa.
Longer courses are also available – see page
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18 for more details.
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Note: You must have reached the minimum age of 16 years at commencement, and meet academic and English
language requirements to participate in a UNSW Foundation Studies Program. UNSW Foundation Studies welcomes
both international students as well as Australian citizens and permanent residents. See page 20 for further information
concerning Australian permanent residents (PRs) and citizens.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS CALENDAR
STANDARD PLUS
OPTIONAL
ENGLISH
20 Apr–
26 Jun
STANDARD PLUS
Semester 1, 15 Jul–5 Feb | Semester 2, 8 Feb–3 Jun
OPTIONAL
ENGLISH
12 Oct–
18 Dec
TRANSITION PROGRAM
11 Feb–5 Jun
OPTIONAL
ENGLISH
29 Jun–
4 Sep
STANDARD
Semester 1, 30 Sep–5 Feb | Semester 2, 8 Feb–3 Jun
OPTIONAL
ENGLISH
4 Jan–
11 Mar
TRANSITION PROGRAM
26 Aug–18 Dec
TRANSITION PROGRAM
28 Sep–22 Jan
UNSW SEMESTER 1 BEGINS
UNSW SEMESTER 1 BEGINS
STANDARD
Semester 1, 8 Apr–31 Jul
Semester 2, 3 Aug–27 Nov
UNSW SEMESTER 2 BEGINS
Transition
Standard
OPTIONAL
ENGLISH
5 Jan–
13 Mar
STANDARD PLUS
Semester 1, 20 Jan–29 Jul | Semester 2, 1 Aug–25 Nov
STANDARD
Semester 1, 6 Apr–29 Jul
Semester 2, 1 Aug–25 Nov
TRANSITION PROGRAM
10 Feb–3 Jun
* We recommend that Australian citizens and permanent residents enrol in the August Transition program
which finishes in time for a UAC place at an Australian university starting in March the following year.
+ Optional English courses are available before all programs if required. See page 18 for more details.
UNSW SEMESTER 2 BEGINS
Standard Plus
Semester 1, 21 Jan–31 Jul | Semester 2, 3 Aug–27 Nov
TRANSITION PROGRAM
24 Aug–16 Dec
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MAY
APRIL
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DECEMBER
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STREAMS OF STUDY
Our Streams of Study have been designed to be
the perfect preparation for UNSW degree programs.
All Streams of Study are available in both the Standard and Standard Plus Foundation Programs.
The Transition Program offers the Physical Science, Life Science, Commerce and Actuarial Streams only.
STREAMS AND SUBJECTS
STREAMS OF STUDY
Sciences
SUBJECT
UNITS
Academic English
10
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Mathematics (for Science)
12
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Mathematics (for Commerce)
10
Essentials of Mathematics
8
Physics
10
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Chemistry
10
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Biology
10
Accounting (one Semester)
4
Commerce Commerce Arts / International
Actuarial Social Sc
Studies
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Design
Arts /
Law
Design & Built
Environment
Fine Arts
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6
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10
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Business Law (one Semester)
4
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Management * (one Semester)
4
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Design
12
Australian Studies
12
Australian Studies (one Semester)
4
POPULAR DEGREE PROGRAMS
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Computing Studies
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48
48
48
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TOTAL UNITS
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Arts
Economics
International Issues & Perspectives
14
Physical
Life
Science Science
Commerce
48
48
Engineering,
Science, Medicine,
Medical Science,
Aviation, Optometry,
Health & Exercise
Science, Biomedical
Sciences,
Psychology,
Food Science
and Technology
48
50
Accounting, Finance,
Economics, Actuarial
Studies, Arts, Social
Science, some Law
degrees, International
Business, Banking and
Marketing, Construction
Management and
Property
See www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/gpa for a full listing of Streams and Degrees
Arts, some Law degrees, Arts
and Business, Criminology,
Education, Social Science,
International Studies, Languages,
Media (Communications and
Journalism; Public Relations
and Advertising; Screen & Sound),
Social Work, Music
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48
48
Architectural Studies,
Interior or Landscape
Architecture, Industrial
Design, Media Arts,
Design, Art Theory,
Fine Arts, Planning,
Construction Management
and Property, Media,
Social Science
Which Stream is best for you?
If you are not sure of the most appropriate
Stream to choose, see the recommended
Stream(s) for each degree program on
page 22–25. For a complete list online
see www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/gpa or
ask our Student Services team at
admissions@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au
How does UFS calculate a GPA?
Performance in each course is expressed
in terms of a letter grade with an
associated grade point and overall
program performance is expressed as
a Grade Point Average (GPA). A GPA is
calculated using the grade point and the
unit value of each subject.
Letter
A+ A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D D- E+ E E- F UF
Grade
Grade
10 9.5 9 8.5 8 7.5 7 6.5 6 5.5 5 4.5 4 3.5 3 0 0
Point
Example 1:
Academic English (B+), Mathematics S (A),
Physics (C+), Chemistry (B-), Computing (D+)
(10x8.5) + (12x9.5) + (10x7) + (10x7.5)
+ (6x5.5) = 377/48 = 7.9
Example 2: Academic English (B), Design (A+), Australian
Studies (B+), Maths Essentials (C-), Computing (C-)
(10x8) + (12x10) + (12x8.5) + (8x6) + (6x6)
= 386/48 = 8.0
* The Subjects listed for each Stream of study are accurate
as at the time of publishing. If you would like to confirm
Subjects and Streams of study before your program
begins, please contact UNSW Global Admissions at
admissions@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
The grades listed below should be used as a guide to the entry level
normally required for our Standard Foundation and Transition Programs.
If you do not meet the entry requirements listed below, you may
be eligible for our 12-month Standard Plus Foundation Program.
COUNTRY
AUSTRALIA
BRITISH SYSTEM/UK
STANDARD FOUNDATION PROGRAM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
TRANSITION PROGRAM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
CRICOS Course Code 000725G
CRICOS Course Code 060623E
NSW Higher School Certificate – ATAR 60
NSW Higher School Certificate – ATAR 75
(or equivalent in other Australian States)
(or equivalent in other Australian States)
O-levels – B grade average
A-levels – C/D grade average
Senior Middle 3 (School Year 12) 80% average*
over main academic subjects
CHINA
Senior Middle 2 (School Year 11) 90% average*
Gaokao – between 65% and 70%
over main academic subjects
HONG KONG
HKDSE – Score of 15 points over 5 best subjects
SMU 3 – 80% average in academic
SMU 3 – good average in academic subjects
INTERNATIONAL
BACCALAUREATE
Year 2 of the Diploma / Certificates – 3 average over 4 subjects
IB 2-year Diploma – 4 average over six subjects
General Upper Secondary School Year 3 –
General Upper Secondary School Year 3 –
B average in relevant subjects
A average in relevant subjects
High School / National Exam (Year 3) – Average rank = 4
High School / National Exam (Year 3) – Average rank 2/3
CSAT 265
CSAT 295
KOREA
MACAU
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Form 5 and Form 6 school based assessment is also considered
INDONESIA
JAPAN
16
HKDSE – Score of 11 points over 5 best subjects
English medium schools – 65% average in Form 5
Chinese medium schools – 70% average in Form 5
subjects and good cohort ranking
70% from selected schools only
MALAYSIA
SPM/UEC– B average
STPM – C average
SINGAPORE
GCE O – Level Secondary Four (Express) – B4 average
GCE A – Level – C/D average
TAIWAN
Senior High School Year 3 – B Grade average (70%)*
THAILAND
Matayom 6 – GPA of 2.2 (C/B average)
Matayom 6 – GPA of 2.5 (B average)
VIETNAM
Diploma of General Education – average grade 6.5
Diploma of General Education – average grade 8 over 6 subjects
OTHER COUNTRIES
Please contact UNSW Global Student Services: admission@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au
Senior High School Year 3 – A Grade average*
GSAT – 62% average or 47 overall
Note 1: Where you do not have your final results from your Year 11 or Year 12 studies, forecast results are accepted in most cases.
Note 2: T
here may be specific subject requirements, depending on your intended degree program; for example, a minimum grade
in mathematics and/or science subjects may be required.
* Bonus points may be applied for key schools and for good results in relevant subjects
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
Before entering UNSW Foundation Studies, you will need to
have reached a minimum level of English language proficiency.
If you have English qualifications other than the ones listed below, you may still apply to enter
these programs. Other English qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
IELTS*
(Academic Module)
STANDARD PLUS
FOUNDATION
PROGRAM
TOEFL**
(Paper
Based)
TOEFL**
(Internet)
iBT
Cambridge
Advanced
English
Pearson Test
of English
5.5
513
65
47
46
Writing
TWE
Writing
Writing
Writing
5.0
4
17
41
38
STANDARD
FOUNDATION
PROGRAM
5.5 All
513
65
47
46
Sub-scores
TWE
Sub-scores
Sub-scores
Sub-scores
5.0
4
17
41
38
TRANSITION
PROGRAM
6.0
537
75
52
50
Writing
TWE
Writing
Writing
Writing
5.5
4.5
18
47
46
FOUNDATION
ENGLISH ENTRY
COURSE #
5.0
483
56
41
38
Writing
TWE
Writing
Writing
Writing
4.5
3.5
14
36
31
*IELTS: International English Language Testing
System. Tests are conducted at a number of
locations around the world, including UNSW
Institute of Languages at UNSW in Australia.
**TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language.
A TOEFL score is not acceptable without the Test
of Written English (TWE) for paper-based and
computer-based tests, or Writing for Internet-based
tests. UNSW Institute of Languages is registered as
a test site for the TOEFL iBT.
#Longer or shorter English language courses are
also available, depending on your English level
and/or preference.
UNSW
Institute of
Languages
0-Level
English
HKDSE
English
D+
C6
Writing
2
2
3
D+
C6
Writing
2
C
C
3
(GCE AS
Writing
Level)
3
D7
Writing
2
D
Note 1: Y
ou must have taken any relevant English
language test no more than 12 months before
your course commencement date.
NSW Foundation Studies expects your subNote 2: U
score results to be consistent with the overall
specified minimum requirement.
Note 3: If you have successfully completed at least
one year of full-time secondary or tertiary
studies, or an equivalent qualification, from
an approved institution, this study may satisfy
the English language requirements for UNSW
Foundation Studies.
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ENGLISH FOR FOUNDATION
English courses can be packaged with your Foundation
Studies Program and UNSW degree all on one visa.
English + Foundation Studies + UNSW undergraduate degree
The UNSW Institute of Languages is one of the
Other Pathway Package Programs
largest and most prestigious language centres
If your English language score is lower than 5.0
in Australia. It offers a wide range of specialist
IELTS or equivalent, or if you need an English
academic and general English courses.
language program that is longer than 10 weeks,
you may be eligible for a Pathway Package that
Our Pathway Package Offers include:
combines a longer period of English language
study followed by UNSW Foundation Studies.
Foundation English Entry Course (FEEC)
If your English language score is IELTS 5.0 or
For further information on the Foundation
equivalent, with a minimum academic writing
English Entry course and other English
score of 4.5, you can apply for our FEEC
language programs please contact:
Program. If you pass the UNSW Institute of
Languages 10-week Foundation English Entry
UNSW Institute of Languages
Course and meet the attendance requirements
The University of New South Wales
you will be admitted directly into the UNSW
Sydney NSW 2052 Australia
Foundation Studies program without
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re-taking an IELTS or similar English test.
E: enquiries@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au
W: www.languages.unsw.edu.au
You may also undertake FEEC for entry into the
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UNSW Foundation Studies Transition Program.
In this case you will require an IELTS score of
UNSW Global Pty Limited
5.5 or equivalent, with a minimum academic
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writing score of 5.0 for entry.
The Foundation English Entry Course
The FEEC develops English proficiency and
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academic study skills needed for success in
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UNSW Foundation Studies including:
•
presentation and discussion skills;
•
listening and note-taking;
•
reading and research skills and;
•
academic writing.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
UNSW Foundation Studies awards the Ross Woodham
Scholarships in honour of the late founding Director,
Mr Ross Woodham, a graduate of UNSW.
The Ross Woodham Scholarships are awarded
In addition to these scholarships and
to the most outstanding students in each major
awards, various subject prizes are given to
intake at UNSW Foundation Studies, Sydney, in
outstanding students. UNSW occasionally
each of the three following academic areas:
offers scholarships to UNSW Foundation
•
Science
Studies students.
•
Business
•
Arts/Design
For more information on UNSW
Foundation Studies scholarships, see
Each scholarship is valued at AUD$10,000
www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/academic-programs/
and is offered to students (international or
scholarships or for UNSW scholarships,
local) enrolling at UNSW.
see https://scholarships.online.unsw.edu.au
2013 UNSW Foundation
Studies B&B+ Prize Winners.
Staff left to right:
Phil Gibbs (Head of Commerce,
UNSW Foundation Studies),
David West (Assistant Principal,
UNSW Foundation Studies),
Professor Merlin Crossley
(Dean, UNSW Science Faculty),
Paul Sutton (Deputy Principal,
UNSW Foundation Studies).
Students left to right:
Hon Yan (Jason) Chung, Sonia
Sukarti, Wen Yee (Brandon)
Yeo, Clarissa Herliani
Tanoesoedibojo, Jingting Duan,
Ka Fai (Edmond) Lam, Yueheng
(Kelvin) Chong, Zhenyu Wang.
CITIZENS AND RESIDENTS
Australian citizens and permanent residents of Australia including
students who have completed an Australian Year 12 Certificate,
are eligible to apply for all UNSW Foundation Studies programs.
Cost of UNSW Foundation
Studies for Australian Students
Progressing to University
All students entering UNSW Foundation
entry are limited. We encourage Australian
Studies programs pay the same fees whether
citizens and permanent residents to enrol in
they are international students, Australian
a UNSW Foundation Studies program which
citizens or Australian permanent residents.
concludes in time for these students to enter
Commonwealth places for Semester 2 (July)
Semester 1 at university.
Entry into UNSW Undergraduate Programs
is via Commonwealth Supported Places.
Australian citizens or Australian permanent
Applying to Other Universities
residents enrolled in UNSW Foundation Studies
Staff will provide you with advice if you
may apply for a Commonwealth Supported
apply to UNSW and other universities, but it
place at UNSW.
should be noted, that some universities may
not offer places to Australian citizens or
The grades required for Commonwealth
permanent residents who have studied in
Supported places in undergraduate programs
foundation programs.
are determined by the Universities Admissions
Centre (UAC) at the time of each intake, and
are dependent on the availability of places and
Cost of University Degree
the demand for them. If you are completing
For Commonwealth supported places you can
UNSW Foundation Studies, and are seeking
either pay your contributions up-front or defer
a Commonwealth Supported place, you will
them and pay them later through the tax system
need to achieve high grades, equivalent to
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other Australian students. The requisite
20
grades are often higher than those required
For further details please refer to the
for international students.
UNSW website: www.unsw.edu.au. Click
on ‘Future Students’ and follow the links.
RECOGNITION
UNSW Foundation Studies qualifications are recognised
by many universities in Australia and overseas.
Starting Your University Degree
In Australia
Towards the end of the UNSW Foundation
UNSW Foundation Studies qualifications
Studies program, student advisers arrange
are recognised by the Group of Eight (Go8)
a Faculty Information Day and seminars.
coalition of leading Australian universities.
At these events students receive first-hand
The Go8 universities are:
information about the many undergraduate
programs the university offers, and are able
•
The University of New South Wales
to talk directly to the representatives of the
•
The University of Adelaide
different faculties and UNSW students who are
•
The Australian National University
studying UNSW degree programs. Our student
•
The University of Melbourne
advisers and teachers are available to discuss
•
Monash University
preferences with students before university
•
The University of Queensland
placement is made. Students can choose
•
The University of Sydney
up to 6 preferences.
•
The University of Western Australia.
Once the final UNSW Foundation Studies
Most other Australian universities also recognise
results are released, they are forwarded
UNSW Foundation Studies qualifications.
to UNSW Admissions who issue offers
to students.
Internationally
Undergraduate Entry
UNSW Foundation Studies qualifications are also
UNSW Foundation Studies has programs for
recognised by many universities in the following
university entry into Semester 1 (March) and
countries as meeting, or partially meeting, their
also mid-year entry into Semester 2 (July).
entry requirements to undergraduate programs:
Main university entry is Semester 1, though
Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom and
many university programs also offer entry in
United States of America.
Semester 2. See the list of programs on pages
22-25; programs offered for mid-year Semester
Note: Many universities will only consider
2 (July) entry are shown with +.
applications on a case-by-case basis, and there
may be additional requirements, quotas or specific
subject requirements for certain programs.
UNDERGRADUATE ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
Please refer to our website for the complete and latest version of
the undergraduate entry requirements www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/gpa
STEP 1
STEP 1:
Choose your
preferred UNSW
bachelor degree
STEP 2:
Refer to the
recommended
UFS Stream
STEP 3:
Refer to the
GPA and English
grade required
on completion
of UNSW
Foundation
Studies.
STEP 2
STEP 3
ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCE
Code
Bachelor of
Yrs
FS Stream
GPA
English#
3403
+
Arts
3.0
Arts / Design
7.0
C+
3437
+
Arts and Business
3.0
Commerce
7.5
C+
4054
+
Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
4.0
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
3462
+
Commerce/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
4.0
Commerce
8.0
C+
3422
+
Criminology & Criminal Justice
3.0
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
4061
+
Design (Honours)/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
5.0
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
4058
+
Economics/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
4.0
Commerce
7.8
C+
4059
+
Fine Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
4.0
Design
7.0
C+
4.0
Arts/Design
7.5
C+
Notes
2
2
4
International Studies (all specialisations)
3424
Majors: Asian Studies, Development Studies, European Studies, Globalisation
Studies, International Business, International Relations, Language Studies
3441
International Studies/Bachelor of Media
(Communication and Journalism)
5.0
Arts/Design
7.5
C+
3442
International Studies/Bachelor of Media
(Public Relations and Advertising)
5.0
Arts/Design
7.5
C+
3443
International Studies/Bachelor of Media
(Screen and Sound Production)
5.0
Arts/Design
7.5
C+
3438
Media (Screen and Sound Production)
3.0
Arts/Design
7.5
C+
4062
+
Media Arts (Honours)/Bachelor of Education
5.0
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
3429
+
Media in Communication and Journalism
3.0
Arts/Design
7.5
C+
3434
+
Media in Public Relations and Advertising
3.0
Arts/Design
7.5
C+
3436
Music
4.0
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
1
3456
Music/Bachelor of Arts
5.0
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
1
3460
Music/Bachelor of Commerce
5.0
Commerce
8.0
C+
1, 4
3446
Music/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
5.0
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
1
3457
Music/Bachelor of Science
5.0
Science
7.0
C+
1, 9, 11, 12
3458
Music/Bachelor of Science (Advanced)
6.0
Science
7.5
C+
1, 5
9
4076
+
Science/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
4.0
Science
7.0
C+
3420
+
Social Research and Policy
3.0
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
4033
Social Work (Honours)
4.0
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
4034
Social Work (Honours)/Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
5.0
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
4044
Social Work (Honours)/Bachelor of Social Research and Policy
5.5
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
4037
Social Work/Bachelor of Arts
5.5
Arts/Design
7.0
C+
Code
Bachelor of
UNSW BUSINESS SCHOOL
Yrs
FS Stream
GPA
English#
3586
+
Actuarial Studies
3.0
Commerce (Maths S)
8.5
C+
4, 15
3155
+
Actuarial Studies/Bachelor of Commerce
4.0
Commerce (Maths S)
8.5
C+
4
3588
+
Actuarial Studies/Bachelor of Economics
4.0
Commerce (Maths S)
8.5
C+
3154
+
Actuarial Studies/Bachelor of Science
4.0
Science
8.5
C+
9
5.0
Commerce
(Maths S)/Science
8.5
C+
4, 11, 12,
15, 18
3.0
Commerce
8.0
C+
4
3589
Actuarial Studies/Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics)
Notes
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Commerce (All specialisations)
22
Majors: Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Business Economics, Business
Law (2nd major option only), Business Strategy & Economic Management,
Finance, Financial Economics, Human Resource Management, Information
Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing, Taxation and
Modern Language (2nd major option only)
3502
+
3558
+
Commerce (International)
4.0
Commerce
8.2
C+
4
3522
+
Commerce/Bachelor of Arts
4.0
Commerce
8.0
C+
4
3835
+
Commerce/Bachelor of Aviation (Management)
4.0
Commerce
8.0
C+
4
3521
+
Commerce/Bachelor of Economics
4.0
Commerce
8.0
C+
4
3567
+
Commerce/Bachelor of Fine Arts
4.0
Commerce
8.0
C+
4
3584
+
Commerce/Bachelor of Information Systems
4.0
Commerce
8.0
C+
3559
+
Commerce/Bachelor of Media in Public Relations and Advertising
4.0
Commerce
8.0
C+
3529
+
Commerce/Bachelor of Science
4.0
Science
8.0
C+
9
5.0
Commerce
(Maths S)/Science
8.0
C+
4
4.0
Commerce
(Maths S)/Science
8.0
C+
Commerce
7.8
C+
4
3523
3967
+
+
Commerce/Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics)
Commerce/Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)
4
Economics (All Majors)
3543
+
Majors: Economics, Econometrics, Financial Economics;
option of a second major from B.Commerce
3.0
3563
+
Economics/Bachelor of Science
4.0
Science
7.8
C+
4, 9
3552
+
Economics/Bachelor of Arts
4.0
Commerce
7.8
C+
4
3564
+
Economics/Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics)
5.0
Commerce/Science
8.0
C+
4, 11, 12, 18
3566
+
Economics/Bachelor of Science (Advanced)
5.0
Commerce/Science
8.0
C+
4, 11, 12, 18
3979
+
Information Systems
3.0
Commerce
7.6
C+
4
BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Code
Bachelor of
Yrs
FS Stream
GPA
English#
Notes
3261
Architectural Studies
3.0
Design
8.0
C+
13, 16
3268
Computational Design
3.0
Design
7.0
C+
3331
Construction Management and Property
4.0
Design/Commerce
7.0
C+
16
3385
Industrial Design
4.0
Design
7.0
C+
16
3255
Interior Architecture
4.0
Design
7.5
C+
3380
Landscape Architecture
4.0
Design
7.0
C+
3360
Planning
5.0
Design
7.0
C+
UNSW ART & DESIGN
Code
Bachelor of
Yrs
FS Stream
GPA
English#
4803
+
Art Theory
3.0
Design
7.0
C+
4806
+
Art Theory/Bachelor of Arts
4.0
Design
7.0
C+
4815
+
Art Theory/Bachelor of Social Research and Policy
4.5
Design
7.0
C+
4818
+
Bachelor of Design (Honours)/Bachelor of Media in Public
Relations and Advertising
5.0
Design
7.5
C+
4809
+
Design (Honours)
4.0
Design
7.0
C+
4811
+
Design (Honours)/Bachelor of Art Education
5.5
Design
7.0
C+
4814
+
Fine Arts (Honours)
4.0
Design
7.0
C+
4812
+
Fine Arts/Bachelor of Arts
4.0
Design
7.0
C+
4816
+
Media Arts (Honours)
4.0
Design
7.0
C+
Notes
ENGINEERING
Code
3707
Bachelor of
Yrs
FS Stream
GPA
English#
+
Aerospace Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Bioinformatics Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Chemical Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Civil Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Computer Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Electrical Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Environmental Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Geospatial Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Industrial Chemistry (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Mechanical Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Mechatronic Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
Mining Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Naval Architecture (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Petroleum Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Photovoltaics and Solar Energy (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Renewable Energy Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Software Engineering (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Surveying (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Telecommunications (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Flexible First Year
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
Civil with Architecture (Hons)
4.0
Science (P)
8.0
C+
3, 5
3635
Notes
3061
+
Food Science and Technology
4.0
Science
7.3
C+
9, 10
3978
+
Computer Science
3.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
9
3763
+
Engineering (Hons)/ Arts 5.5
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
3764
+
Engineering (Hons)/Commerce 5.5
Science (P)
8.0
C+
5
3731
+
BE ME Electrical Engineering
5.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5
3631
+
BE Civil BE Environmental
5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
3146
+
BE Civil BE Mining
5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
3968
+
Computer Science/Arts
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
9
ENGINEERING
Code
3969
+
Program Name
Yrs
FS Stream
GPA
English
Computer Science/Digital Media
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
Notes
9
3983
+
Science/Computer Science
4.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
9
3772
+
Eng (Hons)/Computer Science
5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
9
+
Aerospace Engineering (Hons)/Science
5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Bioinformatics Eng (Hons)/Science
5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Chemical Eng (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Civil Engineering (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Computer Engineering (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Electrical Engineering (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Environmental Eng (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Geospatial Engineering (Hons)/Science
5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Industrial Chemistry (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Mechanical Engineering (Hons)/Science
5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Mechanical & Manf Eng (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Mechatronic Eng (Hons)/Science
5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Mining Engineering (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Naval Architecture (Hons)/Science
5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Petroleum Engineering (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
PV and Solar Energy (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Renewable Energy (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Software Engineering (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Surveying (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Telecommunications (Hons)/Science 5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5, 20
+
Bioinformatics Eng (Hons)/Biomed Eng 5.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5, 20
+
Chemical Eng (Hons)/Biomed Eng 5.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5, 20
+
Computer Eng (Hons)/Biomed Eng 5.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5, 20
+
Electrical Eng (Hons)/Biomed Eng 5.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5, 20
+
Mechanical Eng (Hons)/Biomed Eng 5.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5, 20
+
Mechatronic Eng (Hons)/Biomed Eng 5.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5, 20
+
Software Eng (Hons)/Biomed Eng 5.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5, 20
+
Telecomms (Hons)/Biomed Eng 5.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5, 20
Bachelor of
Yrs
FS Stream
GPA
English#
Notes
Art Theory/Bachelor of Laws
5.0
Design
8.5
B
10
Arts/Bachelor of Laws
5.0
Arts/Design/
Commerce
8.5
B
10
Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)/Bachelor of Laws
6.5
Arts/Design/
Commerce
8.5
B
Commerce (All Majors)/Bachelor of Laws
5.0
Commerce
8.5
B
3767
3768
LAW
Code
4703
4760
+
+
4787
4733
+
4, 10
Criminology and Criminal Justice/Bachelor of Laws
5.0
Arts/Design/
Commerce
8.5
B
4744
+
Economics/Bachelor of Laws
5.0
Commerce
8.5
B
4, 10
4778
+
Engineering/Bachelor of Laws
6.5
Science (P)
8.5
B
5, 17
4704
+
Fine Arts/Bachelor of Laws
5.0
Arts/Design
8.5
B
10
6.0
Arts/Design/
Commerce
8.5
B
Media/Bachelor of Laws
5.0
Arts/Design/
Commerce
8.5
B
4763
4765
International Studies/Bachelor of Laws
4781
4707
3
Planning/Bachelor of Laws
7.0
Design
8.5
B
3998
+
Science (Advanced Mathematics)(Honours)/Bachelor of Laws
6.0
Science
8.5
B
4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 18
3997
+
Science (Advanced) (Honours)/Bachelor of Laws
6.0
Science
8.5
B
9, 10, 11, 12
3984
+
Science (Computer Science)/Bachelor of Laws
5.0
Science (P)
8.5
B
9, 10
4772
+
Science and Business/Bachelor of Laws
6.0
Science
8.5
B
9
4770
+
Science/Bachelor of Laws
5.0
Science
8.5
B
5, 10
4771
+
Social Research and Policy/ Bachelor of Laws
5.5
Arts/Commerce
8.5
B
10
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MEDICINE
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Code
Bachelor of
Yrs
FS Stream
GPA
English#
3871
Exercise Physiology
4.0
Science
7.5
C+
3805
Medical Studies/Doctor of Medicine
6.0
Science
*
B
Notes
8
3, 7, 9, 14
Performance in each subject is expressed in
Disclaimer: UNSW Foundation Studies
can be found in the UNSW Online Handbook
terms of a letter grade and an associated overall
cannot guarantee the accuracy of the UNSW
(www.handbook.unsw.edu.au) and on the
Grade Point Average (GPA). For an example of
undergraduate programs and requirements listed
UNSW Foundation Studies Website
how a GPA is calculated see page15 or the following
in this guide. Students should view the UNSW
www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/gpa
link: www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/academic-programs/
website: www.unsw.edu.au or contact UNSW Global
calculate-gpa
Admissions & Enrolment: admissions@unswglobal.
#T
he minimum English language requirement for
unsw.edu.au to confirm program details and entry
* Further details for UNSW degree programs
+E
ntry to these programs is available twice
a year – in February/March and July.
obtaining a university place is grade C+.
Some programs may require a higher grade.
requirements before making final decisions about
their studies.
SCIENCE
Code
Bachelor of
Yrs
FS Stream
GPA
English#
Notes
3980
Aviation (Flying)
3.0
Science (P)
7.0
C+
6, 9, 19
Aviation (Operations Management)
3.0
Commerce/Science
7.0
C+
9, 10
4.0
Science (P)
7.0
C+
5, 11
3981
3135
+
Engineering (Materials Science and Engineering all Specialisations)
+
Majors: Physical Metallurgy, Process Metallurgy,
Materials Engineering or Ceramic Engineering
3138
Engineering (Materials Science and Engineering All
specialisations)/Master of Biomedical Engineering
5.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5
3137
Engineering (Materials Science and Engineering)/
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering
5.0
Science (P)
7.3
C+
5
+
Engineering (Materials Science and Engineering)/
Bachelor of Commerce
5.5
Science (P)
8.0
C+
5, 11
+
Environmental Science (No longer offered,
choose 3965 Environmental Management instead)
4.0
Science
7.5
C+
9
3991
Medical Science
3.0
Science
8.0
B
9
3992
Medicinal Chemistry
4.0
Science
7.8
C+
9
3952
Optometry/Bachelor of Science
5.0
Science
Psychological Science
3.0
Science
Psychology
4.0
3136
3988
3435
+
3432
B+
3, 9, 14, 7
7.5
B
9
Science
8.0
B+
9
3.0
Science
7.0
C+
9, 12
4.0
Science
7.5
C+
9, 11, 12
Science
3970
+
Majors: Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological Science, Biotechnology, Chemistry,
Environmental Earth Science, Ecology, Environment & Society, Food Science,
Genetics, Geography, Geology, History & Philosophy of Science, Marine
Science, Materials Science, Mathematics, Medical Microbiology & Immunology,
Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Philosophy,
Physical Oceanography/ Meteorology, Physics, Physiology, Psychology, Safety
Science, Spatial Information Systems, Statistics, Toxicology, Vision Science
Science - Advanced Science (All Programs)
Majors: Anatomy, Archaeology & Palaeoenvironments, Biochemistry, Biological
Science, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Climate Science, Ecology, Genetics,
Geosciences, Geochemistry, Marine & Coastal Studies, Mathematical Physics,
Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology,
Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Physical Oceanography, Physics, Physics &
Astronomy, Physics & Computing, Physiology, Psychology, Vision Science
3972
+
3931
+
Science - Advanced Science/Bachelor of Arts
5.0
Science
7.5
C+
9, 11, 12
3052
+
Science - Biotechnology
4.0
Science
7.0
C+
9, 11, 12
3617
+
Science - Nanotechnology
4.0
Science
7.5
C+
9, 11
3986
+
Science (Advanced Mathematics)
4.0
Science
8.0
C+
4, 11, 12, 18
3933
+
Science (Advanced Mathematics)/Bachelor of Arts
5.0
Science
8.0
C+
4, 11, 12, 18
3942
+
Science (Advanced Mathematics)/Bachelor of Engineering
6.0
Science
8.0
C+
5, 11, 12, 18
3941
+
Science (Advanced)/Bachelor of Engineering
6.0
Science (P)
7.5
C+
5, 11, 12
3938
+
Science (Advanced)/Bachelor of Social Research and Policy
5.5
Science
7.5
C+
9, 11, 12
3965
+
Science (Environmental Management)
3.0
Science
7.5
C+
9
3943
+
Science (Environmental Management)/Bachelor of Arts
4.5
Science
7.5
C+
9
3987
+
Science (International)
4.0
Science
7.8
C+
9, 12
3925
+
Science and Business
3.0
Science
7.5
C+
9
3930
+
Science/Bachelor of Arts
4.0
Science
7.0
C+
9
3937
+
Science/Bachelor of Social Research and Policy
4.5
Science
7.0
C+
Notes
1Applicants must complete an audition to
gain entry to Bachelor of Music. Audition
information and application form can be found
at http://sam.arts.unsw.edu.au/music-unsw
8Assumed knowledge in Chemistry or in one
of Mathematics, Physics or Biology. For more
information: www.unsw.edu.au/futureStudents/
undergrad/sad/assumedknowledge.html
2Students commencing mid-year (July) may
not be able to take introductory language
study in their first semester.
9Assumed knowledge in Mathematics and
Science. For more information: www.unsw.
edu.au/futureStudents/undergrad/sad/
assumedknowledge.html
3
* Quotas apply.
4Assumed knowledge in Mathematics. For more
information: www.unsw.edu.au/futureStudents/
undergrad/sad/assumedknowledge.html
5Assumed knowledge in Mathematics,
Physics and Chemistry. For more information:
www.unsw.edu.au/futureStudents/undergrad/
sad/assumedknowledge.html
10Certain restrictions apply. Not all subjects
are available mid-year.
11Students commencing mid-year (July) may need
to take compulsory summer session studies.
12Mid-year entry into this program may mean
that the degree program will take longer than
the minimum time.
15Students wishing to take Actuarial Studies must
complete Mathematics Science in the UNSW
Foundation studies program.
16Additional requirements including portfolio
submission, questionnaire and/or interview
may apply. For details please contact
fbe@unsw.edu.au
17Mid-year intake available when Engineering
program allows it.
18 A very high grade in Mathematics for
Science is necessary to cope with the
Mathematics courses required in the
Advanced Mathematics program.
6Interview required. Please see School
of Aviation website for more details: http://
www.aviation.unsw.edu.au/future/futureugrad.
html#Bachelor Aviation – Flying Stream
13Students must complete the two-year Master
of Architecture degree (M.Arch, program code
8143) to be a professional Architect (subject to
UNSW admission criteria).
19Medical Examination: Students will need to
obtain an Aviation Reference Number (ARN)
from the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority
and undertake an Australian Class 1 Medical
Examination. Students can either do this before
or after enrolling in their UNSW degree program.
7International students applying for UNSW
Medicine are required to attend an interview
and sit for an ISAT test (http://isat.acer.edu.au/).
Australian Permanent Residents and Citizens
applying UNSW Medicine are required to attend
an interview and sit for a UMAT test (http://umat.
acer.edu.au/). For further information see http://
www.med.unsw.edu.au/
14No set GPA is applicable to this program due
to quotas and/or other requirements.
20 At the time of printing this program was being
assessed for CRICOS registration.
STUDENT SERVICES
Our Student Services staff offer friendly support during your studies.
Support is especially important when you first arrive in Australia and
are settling into your new environment.
Student Solutions Centre
world. The intranet gives you access to different
The Customer Service team is your primary
services and information, including online learning
point of contact for any enquiries you may
resources, your academic calendar and timetables,
have during your studies.
your student handbook, news and information on
activities you may wish to get involved in. The intranet
Your Arrival and Orientation
Sydney Basics Tour
also has a secure area that only you can access,
which gives details about your assessments,
grades and UNSW degree preferences.
Our Sydney Basics tour is a great way for you to
get to know how to access the everyday things
you will need during your time in Australia. After
Student Advisers
taking this tour you will have made some friends
You will meet the Student Advisers on your first
and feel better prepared for life in Sydney.
day. They are here to meet with you individually,
to support your studies and your life in Sydney.
Orientation
Student Advisers are available for individual
Your orientation program will provide you
appointments to help students settle into their
with information about your studies and visa
environment. They help with homesickness and
requirements, and give you the opportunity
can answer any questions that are troubling them
to meet your teachers. You will also be invited
about their personal or academic life. Student
to take a guided tour of the UNSW campus,
Advisers also organise Study Skills sessions,
join in fun activities, meet other students and
UNSW faculty information and workshops.
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If you do not have anybody to meet you at the
Under 18 Students
airport and would like to arrange transport to
If you are under 18 years of age, we provide
take you to your accommodation, we are happy
extra support and services to make sure your
to help you arrange a pick-up service.
studies with us are safe and enjoyable. Student
Advisers can assist with finding accommodation
Your Online Services
in approved locations, provide ongoing monitoring
and supervision and meet with you regularly. We
Once you are a student, you can access the
take these responsibilities seriously and work to
student intranet at anytime, from anywhere in the
ensure that students are well supported.
If you are under 18 you must organise
accommodation at UniLodge or a homestay
before you arrive.
Homestay
Homestay with a Sydney family and enjoy the
culture and language of Australian family life.
We work with specific homestay agencies to
make sure that under-18-year-old students
are well looked after.
Accommodation Assistance
Our Student Support and Accommodation
Officer is here to help you find accommodation,
and discuss any concerns you may have about
your accommodation once you get here. A wide
range of short and long-term accommodation
is available for you. Please note that spaces are
limited and there may be particular dates that
contracts start and finish.
Activities
There are over 30 student sports clubs at UNSW,
which train and participate in competitions
throughout the year. Joining a sports club is a
great way to meet people with the same interests
as you, and develop personal skills. Sport also
helps balance your academic study.
There are many other student clubs on campus,
including: music, debating, theatre, science
fiction, politics, religion, the environment and
many more. You are encouraged to join the
UNSW student association, ARC, as you can
then join the individual clubs and make friends.
During your studies you can participate in
sports, social activities and outings to places
of interest in and around Sydney. This will give
you the opportunity to meet new people and
have new experiences.
Our dedicated team
of experienced
and caring student
advisers provide you
with a wide range of
support and social
services. We look
forward to being
of service to you.
ACCOMMODATION
UNSW Foundation Studies can provide secure accommodation of the
highest quality in our residential college in Kensington. Our residential
college (also known as UniLodge@UNSW) is specifically designed for
UNSW Foundation Studies students, and is ideal for under-18-year-olds.
Just five minutes walking distance from
The weekly rates are inclusive of full rental, all
the campus, UniLodge has a high-
utilities (electricity, water, gas, etc.), fortnightly
security entrance with restricted access
apartment cleaning, linen and laundry services,
to each residential floor, and a 24-hour
telephone and data connection, and 24-hour
security service. In addition, it has on-site
security. Students are also provided with a full
management and live-in residential advisers
schedule of events and activities.
who provide a high level of care for students.
Please note that UniLodge apartments are
UniLodge apartments are fully equipped:
alcohol-free premises.
each with an LCD television, refrigerator,
microwave oven, and cook top. Each bedroom
is single occupancy with its own lock and
All-inclusive costs per week per
person for the residential college
AUD$
Multi-share apartments with air conditioning (three to five bedrooms)
Standard
share bathroom
$388.40
Superior
private bathroom
$401.40
Deluxe
private bathroom
& shared balcony
$409.40
Premium
private bathroom
& private balcony
$419.40
telephone, and with connection for television
and high-speed broadband internet (UNSW
Uni-Web). Many apartments have private
bathrooms and balconies. Air conditioning
is provided in all apartments.
The UniLodge complex also contains communal
study and recreation areas and adjacent
commercial outlets such as cafés, convenience
stores and banking facilities.
Two bedroom apartments with air conditioning
Standard
share bathroom
$423.40
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Studio apartments with centralised air conditioning
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Standard Small
private bathroom
$434.40
Standard Medium
private bathroom & balcony
$444.40
Standard Large
private bathroom & balcony
$455.40
Studio apartments with air conditioning
Deluxe
private bathroom & balcony
$479.40
For further information, or to apply for a
place in the UNSW Foundation Studies
residential college (UniLodge@UNSW),
please visit www.unilodge.com.au/unsw
or email unsw@unilodge.com.au
For other accommodation assistance
please contact: accommodation@
unswglobal.unsw.edu.au
UNSW RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITIES
If you are over 18 years of age you may wish to live in UNSW
on campus accommodation. Living on campus provides a safe,
fun and unique experience.
UNSW Colleges comprises six Colleges offering
fully-catered, part-catered and self-catered
options. These include Colombo House, Fig
Tree Hall and the Kensington Colleges (Basser
College, Philip Baxter College and Goldstein
College) and UNSW Hall. The colleges offer a
unique experience combining a residential care
program as well as academic mentoring.
UNSW Apartments located on-campus and
off-campus, are designed for independent living,
including for couples and families with children.
There are four locations: University Terraces,
Barker Apartments, Mulwarree Apartments and
High St Apartments.
There are other accommodation options affiliated
to UNSW, including New College and New
College Village, located next to our building on
Anzac Parade.
For information about UNSW and
UNSW affiliated accommodation
please visit www.rc.unsw.edu.au
A PARENT PERSPECTIVE
I have four beautiful children and early on, my husband and I made a
promise that we would provide them with the best possible education
that we could afford. We sent all our children to an international
school in Myanmar, which gave them a great start in life.
When it came to their tertiary education,
academic introduction and local classroom
the decisions were much harder.
experience, was going to be essential if my
children were to succeed.
I believe my children are modern. They are
a part of a dynamic generation who reflect
After considering all the options, I chose the UNSW
the new social and business values that are
Foundation Studies program in Sydney. Not only
becoming increasingly visible in Myanmar. I
did the range of subjects and teaching standards
also want my children to be aware of their
appeal, but the guaranteed place in a degree
cultural heritage. As a family, we discuss these
course at UNSW (Australia) meant I wouldn’t
traditional values and Buddhist beliefs, but the
have to move my children to another university.
importance of an international education was
still paramount to their future. I realised I would
My eldest son is currently enrolled in the UNSW
need to send my children overseas for their
Foundation Studies course. My two daughters
university education.
have successfully graduated from UNSW
and are now back home working in the family
When selecting a country, I wanted to be able
business. They tell wonderful stories of their
to see them during semester breaks. I looked
friends, the class activities, the great teachers,
at living costs, standard of accommodation,
Vegemite, events on campus, good restaurants
safety and my overall peace of mind once I was
and Sydney’s beaches.
separated from them. I’m sure such worries are
familiar to anyone who is a parent.
My youngest son, who is 11, is so excited.
He’s already looking forward to studying at
As I investigated options, I discovered that
UNSW and can’t wait to go to Sydney and
Australia was close to home, safe, welcoming,
experience it all for himself.
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offered a good lifestyle and had many
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outstanding universities. I also realised that
Dr Mya Thidar Sway Tin
a pathway program, which provided a good
Myanmar
HOW TO APPLY
Every application we receive is carefully considered and there is
no application fee. If you do not meet the entry requirements for a
particular program, you may be offered a place in another program.
To apply for entry to our programs, simply follow these steps:
Other Important Information
Below you will find information on other issues
1. Decide on your preferred
program and Stream of Study.
2. Complete the application form
and submit it along with your
supporting documents to the
Admissions & Enrolment team
via our website, by email:
admissions@unswglobal.unsw.
edu.au
3. When you receive your Letter of
Offer, check the details in the
offer carefully and make sure
you read and understand the
Conditions of Enrolment.
4. Accept the Letter of Offer by
signing the Acceptance Agreement
form and Streamlined Visa
Processing (SVP) declaration
(for international students),
and return it together with the
applicable payment. If you are an
international student and under
18, please follow the under 18
guideline and procedures.
that may influence your enrolment with UNSW
5. Contact the Australian diplomatic
mission in your home country for
visa requirements and to make
arrangements for your travel and
study in Australia.
A full description of the ESOS framework
Foundation Studies.
A comprehensive list of our policies and procedures
can be found on our website at www.ufs.unsw.edu.au
ESOS Framework
International Students are protected by the Australian
Government through legislation, the Education
Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000
and the National Code 2007.
can be found at the following web link:
https://aei.gov.au/regulatory-information/pages/
regulatoryinformation.aspx
Students with School-Age Dependants
International students should note that that all
The application form and other required documents need
school-age dependants who accompany them
to be forwarded to the Admissions and Enrolment team
must attend school whilst in Australia. School-age
either directly or to one of the UNSW offices listed on
dependants will be required to pay full fees if
page 36, or through any of our authorised representatives.
enrolled in a government or non-government school.
Your application must include:
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• your completed application form;
• attached certified copies of documents of
your passport and visa (if available); and
• certified copies (with certified English translations
where appropriate) of your school results, and
English language test scores if required.
UNSW Foundation Studies will normally reply to you
within 5 working days of receiving your application.
Further information on how to apply for admission
can be obtained from the UNSW Foundation Studies
website at www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/apply/how-to-apply
It is compulsory for International Students on student
visas to have medical cover for the proposed duration
of their Student Visa, provided through one of the
approved Australian providers of the OSHC scheme.
This coverage can be arranged for you on enrolment
or you may organise it on your own.
For the latest version of our
Conditions of Enrolment, please go to
www.unswglobal.unsw.edu.au/coen.pdf
Other ESOS information and policies
and procedures can be found at:
www.unswglobal.unsw.edu.au/ESOS.html
PROGRAM FEES
FEES FOR UNSW FOUNDATION STUDIES PROGRAMS (All fees are in Australian dollars AUD$)
Program
Fees*
Start Date
Finish Date
Start UNSW Degree
FEEC + Standard Program
$4,900 + $26,900
5 January 2015
27 November 2015
March 2016
Standard Plus Program
$31,500
21 January 2015
27 November 2015
March 2016
Transition Program
$17,850
11 February 2015
5 June 2015
July 2015
Standard Program
$26,900
8 April 2015
27 November 2015
March 2016
FEEC + Standard Plus Program
$4,900 + $31,500
20 April 2015
3 June 2016
July 2016
FEEC + Standard Program
$4,900 + $26,900
29 June 2015
3 June 2016
July 2016
Standard Plus Program
$31,500
15 July 2015
3 June 2016
July 2016
Transition Program
$17,850
26 August 2015
18 December 2015
March 2016
Transition Program
$17,850
28 September 2015
22 January 2016
March 2016
Standard Program
$26,900
30 September 2015
3 June 2016
July 2016
FEEC + Standard Plus Program
$4,900 + $32,850
12 October 2015
25 November 2016
March 2017
FEEC** + Standard Program
$TBC + $28,000
4 January 2016
25 November 2016
March 2017
Standard Plus Program
$32,850
20 January 2016
25 November 2016
March 2017
Transition Program
$18,850
10 February 2016
3 June 2016
July 2016
Standard Program
$28,000
6 April 2016
25 November 2016
March 2017
Transition Program
$18,850
24 August 2016
16 December 2016
March 2017
† Fees may be paid in instalments and dates will be listed in your letter of offer received following your application.
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Enrolment Fee (payable on acceptance of offer)
AUD$250
Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC)
The length of OSHC will be calculated and advised
depending on your proposed enrolment period
Care Arrangements/Guardianship Fee
(only if a student is under 18 years of age)
AUD$450 initial fee and AUD$18 per week until the
student is 18 (if required)
Airport Pick-up
AUD$150 (if required)
Transition Program
(CRICOS Course Code 060623E)
Standard Foundation Program
(CRICOS Course Code 000725G)
Standard Plus Foundation Program
(CRICOS Course Code 019277D)
Foundation English Entry Course (UNSW Institute of Languages Foundation English Entry Course (FEEC)
CRICOS Course Code 080691E)
Minimum living costs in Sydney are approximately AUD$21,000 per year.
*
No additional application, laboratory or library fees.
**
NB: 2016 FEEC fees to be confirmed.
Note: For your convenience most books are provided by UNSW Foundation Studies at no additional cost.
UNSW FOUNDATION STUDIES
APPLICATION FORM
Before completing the application form, please visit: www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/academic-programs/entry-requirements.asp
or refer to the 2015 Foundation Studies Student Guide for the academic and English requirements.
We will endeavour to place you in your requested course/s. If you do not meet the entry requirements, or there are no longer places
available, where possible, we will offer you an alternative pathway best suited to your needs and preferred undergraduate degree.
Personal Details (as in passport)
Family Name
Given Name
Other Names
Date of Birth (dd/mm/yyyy)
Gender Male
Female
Country of Birth
Nationality*
Will you be under 18 on arrival? Yes
*Please attach a certified copy of your passport (if available)
Citizenship
Please select your citizenship status:
Australian Citizen
Australian Permanent Resident or New Zealand Citizen
Australian Temporary Resident
If you are an International Student, which type of visa will you be applying for?
International Student – (see next question)
Student
Other
*Please indicate type of visa
Correspondence Address (of student)
Address
City
State/Province
Country
Telephone
Postcode
Email
Previous Study
Name of Secondary School
Name of Qualification*
Level Completed
Country
Date Completed
*Please attach certified copies of your academic qualifications.
UNSW Degree Selection
UNSW Undergraduate Degree Preferences
Preference
Preferred Start
UNSW Code
Semester 1 (March)
Semester 2* (July)
*Please check that your preferred undergraduate degree has a Semester 2 intake.
UNSW Foundation Studies
Preferred Program:
Transition
Standard
Preferred Intake:
Next available
Date1
Standard Plus
1. For more information on these Program dates, please refer to the Academic Programs Calendar in the 2015 Foundation Studies Student Guide.
Preferred Stream2:
Commerce/Actuarial
Physical Science
Life Science
Design/Fine Arts3
Arts (SS)/International Studies/Arts (Law)3
2. If your preferred program and stream do not match your preferred undergraduate degree, we will offer you the most appropriate program and stream.
3. These streams are available in Standard and Standard Plus only.
Scholarship
Have you been granted a scholarship? Yes
No
Scholarship’s Name or Sponsor’s Name:
No
English Proficiency
Have you sat an IELTS, TOEFL or other recognised English proficiency test?
Your test must have been taken within 12 months of the official course commencement date.
Yes ➜
Please attach a certified copy of your English test results or provide the IELTS TRF number:
Note: If your English test results do not meet the English Language entry requirements, you will receive a conditional UNSW Foundation Studies
offer, and an UNSW Institute of Languages offer for the Foundation English Entry Course (FEEC) or English course best suited to your needs.
No ➜
A conditional UNSW Foundation Studies offer will be issued until the English Language requirements have been met.
Please indicate if you are interested in undertaking your English Language studies with UNSW Institute of Languages:
Yes
No
Accommodation
Would you like to receive information about accommodation?
UNSW accommodation
UNSW Foundation Studies Residential College, UniLodge@UNSW
Proposed Accommodation start date:
Proposed length of stay
Homestay
Other
weeks
Airport Pick-up AUD$150
Do you require airport pick-up? Yes
No
If yes, please complete the following:
Airport pick-up: $150. Please provide arrival details at least two weeks (14 days) prior to scheduled departure.
Arrival date:
Arrival time:
Airline/Flight number:
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)*
You must maintain OSHC for the proposed duration of your student visa. UNSW Institute of Languages can arrange visa-length cover
with Medibank, our preferred provider of OSHC.
Yes, please arrange
Single rate OSHC for myself
Couple rate for myself and partner
Family rate for myself and my dependant/s
The length of OSHC will be calculated and advised, depending on your proposed enrolment period. If you wish to combine your English course together with your UNSW
academic program under one student visa and you would like us to arrange OSHC to cover the entire period of the visa, please provide a copy of your UNSW offer letter.
No, I will make my own arrangements for the duration of my student visa
If you have a current OSHC, please quote your OSHC policy number:
and expiry date:
Agent Information
Are you applying through an agent?
Yes
No
Agency Name
Branch Address
Agent Contact Name
Agent Email
Checklist
Application form is filled out completely and correctly.
Incomplete application forms will incur delays in processing.
Nominated your preferred Undergraduate Degree and
preferred start
Provided your preferred Foundation Studies program and
preferred stream
Signed the declaration on this form. If under 18 years
of age, your parent/legal guardian must also sign.
Attached certified copies of the following documents:
Please note that each page must be certified in accordance with
our guidelines available at www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/apply/how-to-apply
Academic transcripts
English Proficiency test scores (if applicable)
Passport (if applicable)
Visa (if available)
Any other documents relevant to your application
Declaration
I certify that the information on the form is correct and complete in every detail, and I understand that inaccuracies or omissions may result in non-acceptance or
cancellation of enrolment at any time. I acknowledge that the personal information provided is covered under the Privacy Policy1. (Unsigned applications cannot
be processed. Please sign your name on the signature line. A typed name cannot be accepted. Education representatives cannot sign on behalf of the student.)
Signature of Student
(as it appears in your passport)
Date (dd/mm/yyyy)
If applicant is under 18 years of age the signature of a Parent or Legal Guardian is required.
Signature of Parent
or Legal Guardian
Date (dd/mm/yyyy)
1. www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/privacy-policy
Correspondence
Lodge the completed form with a UNSW Global representative in your country, or post to:
UNSW Foundation Studies, UNSW Sydney NSW 2052, Australia
T: +61 2 9385 5396
E: admissions@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au
UNSW Foundation Studies Programs are delivered
under UNSW CRICOS Provider Code: 00098G by
UNSW Global Pty Ltd (ABN 62 086 418 582).
OTHER LOCATIONS
UNSW Foundation Studies programs are offered at other
locations in Australia and overseas. These programs offer the
same curriculum and examinations as those delivered in Sydney,
with all formal examinations written and assessed at UNSW.
TELEPHONE
EMAIL
AUSTRALIA
St Paul’s International College
CRICOS Provider No. 00379J
+61 2 4868 2211
info@spic.nsw.edu.au
+62 21 252 4068
uniprep@unisad.co.id
+60 3 7728 8123
sathya@kdu.edu.my or mhema@kdu.edu.my
(+856-21) 414873, 412598
info@vientianecollege.com
+ 86 (0)10 51697611
xumeng@aoji.cn
INDONESIA
Uniprep: UniSadhuGuna
MALAYSIA
KDU University College Petaling Jaya
LAOS
Vientiane College
PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
AOJI International Institute Beijing
Jiangsu Xishan Senior High School Wuxi
+86 (0) 25 856 33035
danny.qian@ahead-edu.com
Suzhou No. 3 High School Suzhou
+86 (0) 25 856 33035
danny.qian@ahead-edu.com
High School Affiliated to Nanjing Normal University
Jiangning Campus
+86 (0) 25 856 33035
danny.qian@ahead-edu.com
Jiangsu College for International Education
+86 (0) 25 856 33035
danny.qian@ahead-edu.com
The High School Affiliated to Xi’an Jiaotong University
+86 (0) 25 856 33035
danny.qian@ahead-edu.com
Hangzhou Entel Foreign Language School
+86 (0) 25 856 33035
danny.qian@ahead-edu.com
Shanghai International Studies University
+86 10 66411821
aus@cscdf.org
Sichuan University
+86 10 66411821
aus@cscdf.org
Central University of Finance & Economics
+86 10 66411821
aus@cscdf.org
For further location details, visit our website www.ufs.unsw.edu.au/about-us/our-locations
OUR GLOBAL NETWORK
UNSW Global is recognised internationally for providing high
quality global education activities that enable the best and
brightest students to achieve their educational and professional
goals, and access academic pathways to UNSW.
UNSW Global comprises a
number of business groups:
UNSW Global Student Services and
Recruitment is responsible for the
For assistance, please
contact our offices in:
recruitment of international students
UNSW Foundation Studies is
into our high quality programs in
Australia
celebrating more than 25 years as
Australia, and provides ongoing
UNSW Global Student Solutions Centre
Australia’s leading provider of pre-
comprehensive support services to
223 Anzac Parade Kensington, NSW 2033
university programs. It offers students a
those students.
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F +61 2 9662 2651
university entry qualification and smooth
transition into undergraduate studies.
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is a leading international educational
UNSW Institute of Languages is
Singapore
assessment organisation specialising
the most comprehensive English
UNSW Singapore Office,
in large-scale assessment programs
and language training and testing
10 Anson Road, #13–07,
in Australia and countries in Asia,
organisation in Australia. Established
International Plaza, Singapore 079903
Africa, the Pacific Region and the USA.
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F +65 6220 3026
in 1966, it was the first, and is still
one of the largest university language
centres in Australia.
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to the legal, insurance and business
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Languages
UNSW Foundation Studies &
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Coogee Beach
To Airport >
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< To City
UNSW Kensington Campus
To ensure a quick response to your enquiry, please contact our following services:
General enquiries: enquiries@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au
Admission enquiries from international students and agents: admissions@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au
General agent enquiries: agent@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au
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