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UNSW College

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UNSW College (formerly known as UNSW Global and UNSW Institute of Languages)
TypePrivate
AffiliationUniversity of New South Wales (UNSW)
Location
Kensington, Sydney
,
NSW
,
Australia
CampusUrban
Websitewww.unswcollege.edu.au

UNSW College, owned by UNSW Sydney, offers pathway programs for international students to university. UNSW was the first in Australia to offer a Foundation Studies program, and also established the first university language centre in the country.

More recently, UNSW College's offerings have increased with the addition of Diplomas and Pre-Masters. Campuses in Sydney and programs available to study around the world, UNSW College has helped more than 40,000 students reach their university dreams over the past 50 years.  

Programs

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The UNSW College offers Foundation, Diploma, Pre-Masters and Academic English courses.

International students

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International students can undertake study to address three main areas of study:

  • Diploma Programs are for high-achieving students with good English skills. a UNSW Diploma allows students to progress straight into Second Year of a chosen undergraduate degree. This 12-month program is equivalent to your First Year at university. Students can choose from Architecture, Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Media & Communication or Science.
  • Pre-Masters program provides additional academic or English language support to meet the entry requirements needed to progress to a postgraduate degree at UNSW Sydney. It offers an opportunity to enhance critical thinking, academic writing, project management, research, and communication skills to succeed.
  • Foundation Studies Programs are supportive pathways to the First Year of any UNSW degree. With four programs ranging from four to 15 months in length and streams that align with UNSW's degree programs, these programs are designed to suit a student's academic and English skills.
  • Academic English Improves English skills before starting university. A range of Academic English programs is offered. Students learn how to communicate effectively, participate in lectures and tutorials, read and understand university-level texts, and build confidence while reaching goals.

Campuses

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The UNSW College has purpose-built facilities at UNSW's Kensington campuses in Sydney, Australia. In addition to accessing the college's facilities, students taking courses can also access a range of UNSW facilities including the library, sports facilities and health centres.

Sections of the Blockhouse building are also allocated to UNSW College, and classes are frequently run online.

References

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"UNSW Global Pty Limited | Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agenc", UNSW College TEQSA listing, September 18, 2023. Retrieved 2023-09-18.

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