Established in 1949, the University of New South Wales (UNSW) is a pre-eminent institution, recognised throughout the world as an innovative and important centre of teaching, learning and research. UNSW is a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) universities as well as the international network of research-intensive universities, Universitas 21 (U21). With a total enrolment of approximately 40 000 students from many differing backgrounds, UNSW provides a stimulating mix of cultures, opinions and perspectives. To cater for the dynamic student body we offer a wide range of courses, excellent student services and facilities, international exchange opportunities and research facilities of the highest order.
The main campus of 38ha is situated in Kensington, an inner south-eastern suburb of Sydney. It is well served by public transport and is about 15 minutes by express bus from Central railway station and about 20 minutes from Bondi Junction railway station. The College of Fine Arts campus, 4km from the main campus, is located in cosmopolitan inner-city Darlinghurst/ Paddington. UNSW@ADFA is located in the ACT – read the ADFA entry.
Kensingtonpostal enquiriesStudent Recruitment Office University of New South Wales UNSW Sydney NSW 2052 in person Welcome Centre Student Recruitment Office John Goodsell Building tel: (02) 9385 1844 email: studentrecruitment@unsw.edu.au website: www.unsw.edu.au |
College of Fine Artspostal enquiriesCollege of Fine Arts University of New South Wales PO Box 259 Paddington NSW 2021 in person Student Centre Cnr Oxford Street and Greens Road Paddington NSW tel: (02) 9385 0684 email: cofa@unsw.edu.au website: www.cofa.unsw.edu.au |
Courses and Careers Day (Kensington campus) – Saturday 6 September 2008
The Roundhouse Advisory Centre will be open from 9am to 4pm. For further information visit www.unsw.edu.au or call (02) 9385 1844.
Australian Defence Force Academy Open Day – Saturday 30 August 2008.
UNSW Info Day (Kensington campus) – 6 January 2009
For further information call (02) 9385 1844.
The academic year is divided into two semesters, each containing 12 weeks for teaching. There is a recess of approximately four weeks between the two semesters.
Kensington campus, College of Fine Arts campus
Semester 1: 2 March – 24 June 2009
Recess: 10–19 April 2009
Study period: 6–11 June 2009
Examinations*: 12 June –24 June 2009
Mid-year recess: 25 June – 19 July 2009
Semester 2: 20 July – 13 November 2009
Recess: 26 September – 5 October 2009
Study period: 24–29 October 2009
Examinations*: 30 October – 13 November 2009
*Examination dates are provisional and subject to change.
^topSome courses also have additional selection criteria such as audition, interview and questionnaire. When assessing your application, UNSW may take any or all of your qualifications or attempts at study into account.
Admission to all undergraduate courses in the University is subject to selection on the basis of the UAI or equivalent.
Offers made to applicants who have a UAI below the published
cut-off
UNSW has a number of alternative pathways for admission,
which may allow 2008 NSW and ACT Year 12 applicants to receive an offer to
a course even though they have a UAI below the published cut-off. They include:
For details read the relevant sections below.
HSC Plus
HSC Plus is a program of rewarding, by means of a bonus points system, performance in Australian Year 12 subjects relevant to UNSW undergraduate programs. This is in recognition of the strong correlation between Year 12 subject performance and preparation for, and success in, first-year university studies.
Students who have undertaken, and done well in, relevant Year 12 subjects are generally well prepared for the demands of university study. A successful first year of university study lays the foundation for a successful and rewarding UNSW experience. By employing strategies that enhance the academic achievement of UNSW students we also improve their employability and increase the range of career options for our graduates.
For full details of HSC Plus visit www.unsw.edu.au/HSCPlus.
If you hold a completed AQF Advanced Diploma, Diploma, Associate Diploma or Certificate IV or equivalent, you are eligible to be considered for admission. Trade certificates are not considered. If you have undertaken at least three-quarters of a standard first-year full-time study load (0.75 Full Time Equivalent (FTE)) of degree-level studies at an approved university your tertiary studies will be taken into account.
Note: The definition of what constitutes a full-time study load can vary between universities. If you need further advice on whether or not UNSW will consider your tertiary studies call the Admissions Office on (02) 9385 3228.
Special consideration for applicants with tertiary studies (SCATS)
Exclusion: If you have been previously enrolled at UNSW and are seeking to resume after a period of exclusion you must complete a SCATS application and provide a statement setting out why you consider you will now succeed in your course.
If you have been excluded from another tertiary institution UNSW will not consider you for admission unless you provide evidence of academic rehabilitation, (eg by successfully completing one semester of university study or one year of study at AQF Certificate IV level or above subsequent to your exclusion). You must also complete a SCATS application explaining the circumstances surrounding your exclusion.
Educational disadvantage: If you are applying to the University with tertiary qualifications (either from UNSW or another institution) and have experienced long-term educational disadvantage, which has affected your tertiary and/or secondary academic performance, you may have your circumstances taken into account. Circumstances that may be considered include personal or family illness/disability and other circumstances beyond your control. You must submit a full written statement describing these circumstances, provide documentation to support your claims and lodge a SCATS application.
SCATS applications are available from www.unsw.edu.au/scats from September or call (02) 9385 3228. Return your application to the UNSW Admissions Office by 28 November 2008. Late applications are not accepted.
Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia with overseas qualifications must contact the UNSW Admissions Office to discuss their eligibility. Refer to table 7 - Commonly accepted overseas secondary qualifications for information on overseas secondary qualifications.
If you hold overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications from countries where English is not the standard language of instruction you must provide evidence of English language proficiency.
If you do not hold qualifications that allow you to compete for university entrance you may seek admission to the University on the basis of your performance in one of the following programs:
University Preparation Program (UPP)
If you will be at least 21 years of age on 1 March 2009* you may qualify for admission to UNSW by undertaking the University Preparation Program. The UPP provides an avenue of entry to many courses at UNSW for people who do not hold qualifications that would allow them to compete for university entrance. It is specifically designed for older students who are seeking admission to an undergraduate degree course after a period away from formal study. While successful completion of the UPP does not guarantee admission to the University, your results may assist you to compete for a place in many courses. The UPP is not accepted for admission to some courses. For further details and an application form visit www.unsw.edu.au/upp.
*Indigenous Australians and Elite athletes/performers under the age of 21 may be permitted to undertake the UPP.
Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC)
If you will be at least 20 years of age on 1 March 2009 and have completed the TPC conducted by TAFE you will be considered for admission. The TPC is not acceptable for admission to 428000 B Medicine/B Surgery or 429025 B Optometry/B Science. If you hold a TPC and seek admission to a course with assumed knowledge in mathematics you should have completed Foundation Mathematics A and Calculus.
Certificate in Matriculation – Reduced Program/Limited UAI
If you will be at least 21 years of age on 1 March 2009 you may qualify for admission to UNSW by undertaking five units of Board Developed courses, including English, at the 2008 NSW HSC examination. The Certificate in Matriculation is normally undertaken through TAFE. You must undertake no more than nine units. The Limited UAI is not accepted for admission to 428000 B Medicine/B Surgery or 429025 B Optometry/B Science. If you are eligible for a Limited UAI you are not required to make any special or additional application unless the course you are applying for indicates otherwise. A Limited UAI will be calculated automatically. For additional information on the Limited UAI read UAI. Refer also to course descriptions for details. Previous study may be taken into account - for further details call the UNSW Admissions Office on (02) 9385 3228.
The University administers the ACCESS Scheme for students who have not undertaken university or TAFE study at diploma level or above.
You may apply for the ACCESS Scheme if you can demonstrate that you have experienced long-term educational disadvantage and that your educational performance has been severely affected by circumstances beyond your control during Years 11 and/or 12 or equivalent.
General information
The scheme is open for entry to all undergraduate courses. Eligibility for the scheme does not guarantee admission, but does allow successful applicants with a UAI (or equivalent) below the course cut-off to compete for a place.
How to apply
For more information about the ACCESS Scheme read the Educational Access Schemes (EAS) booklet produced by UAC, which includes an application form. EAS booklets are available from UAC or student centres at participating universities. If you are a 2008 Australian Year 12 student you can obtain a copy of the booklet from your school or TAFE college. The booklet and application form can also be downloaded from this website.
The main closing date for EAS applications is 30 September 2008. You must submit your EAS application by 30 September to guarantee that it will be considered in time for the Main Round of offers. The late closing date for EAS applications is Friday 28 November 2008. UNSW will not accept applications for the ACCESS Scheme after 28 November. For further information about the scheme visit www.unsw.edu.au/access.
^topFor more information about Equity Scholarships, read Course costs and financial assistance.
All Equity Scholarship applications for UNSW are processed centrally through UAC. This includes applicants for courses at UNSW who are applying directly to the University, or through UAC, and also includes students who are currently enrolled at the University.
You only have to submit one application to UAC to be considered for all Equity Scholarships for which you are eligible at UNSW. To submit your application go to Equity Scholarships Online.
The main closing date for Equity Scholarship applications is Tuesday 30 September 2008. The late closing date is Friday 28 November 2008.
For details on the wide range of scholarships that UNSW offers visit www.scholarships.unsw.edu.au, or call UNSW Scholarships on (02) 9385 1078.
^topUNSW provides an alternative entry scheme for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. You are eligible to apply even if you have not completed Year 12 studies because relevant work experience and your commitment and potential to study at university are also taken into account. The Indigenous Pre-Law, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Social Work, and Pre-Commerce & Economics Preparation programs are also available.
The University’s Nura Gili Students' Centre provides a meeting place for students and a focus for their support activities. Support includes tutorial assistance, provision of computer facilities, advice on accommodation and orientation for new students.
For further information telephone Nura Gili, Indigenous Programs@UNSW on (02) 9385 3805 or visit www.nuragili.unsw.edu.au.
^topSome international fee-paying applicants apply through UAC; others apply direct to UNSW. Visit the UAC International website for more information.
Direct applications to UNSW close 30 November 2008. For a prospectus and application form call (02) 9385 6996 or visit www.international.unsw.edu.au.
^topThe Australian Government is phasing out places in undergraduate domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses from 1 January 2009.
Therefore there are no DFEE courses available for 2009 admissions.* All courses available are Commonwealth-supported place (CSP) courses.
Continuing students
Students who enrolled in a DFEE course before 1 January 2009 will be able to continue their studies on a fee-paying basis in 2009.
Continuing students who wish to transfer to another course in 2009 must apply through UAC. Students may be eligible to apply to transfer to a Commonwealth-supported place (CSP) in the same course after completing one year of full-time study. Transfer to a CSP is not guaranteed and selection may take into account both your secondary and tertiary performance.
Deferred students
Students who were offered a place in a DFEE course in 2008 and deferred until 2009 will be able to commence their studies on a fee-paying basis in 2009. Information about enrolling in a deferred DFEE course will be available from UNSW.
Deferred students who wish to apply for other courses in 2009 must apply through UAC.
* There are some exceptions, including arrangements for continuing and deferred students, for students who enrol in employer-reserved places and for students who have consumed their Student Learning Entitlement (SLE).
^topUNSW bridging courses offer students the opportunity to revise and extend their knowledge in chemistry, mathematics and physics subjects. The courses are conducted in February and are completed before the start of Semester 1.
The Chemistry Bridging Course offers revision and supplements what students have already covered in the HSC syllabus to bring knowledge up to required tertiary level. It also provides a suitable introduction to students who have not studied chemistry before.
The Mathematics Bridging Course is designed for students who wish to enrol in courses that assume a level of understanding in HSC Mathematics Extension 1. The course is recommended for students who have undertaken HSC Mathematics.
The Physics Bridging Course provides a comprehensive revision of physics based on the HSC syllabus and introduces the subject to students who have not studied it before.
For details of bridging courses, fees and application forms, visit www.unsw.edu.au/bridging or call the Admissions Office on (02) 9385 3228.
^topFor some degree courses and first-year subjects, it is assumed that through your secondary studies or other equivalent studies you will have achieved a level of knowledge of the subject area that is considered desirable for successful university-level study. For details of assumed knowledge for UNSW undergraduate courses visit www.unsw.edu.au/assumedknowledge and individual course descriptions.
If you do not have the level of assumed knowledge you are not prevented from enrolling but you may be placed at a considerable disadvantage. If you have not achieved the recommended level of assumed knowledge you are strongly advised to undertake a bridging course or other appropriate preparation.
If you have undertaken General Mathematics you will not have achieved the recommended level of assumed knowledge. If you have undertaken Senior Science you will not have achieved the recommended level of assumed knowledge for university-level physics or chemistry. For all HSC subjects listed, you are expected to have achieved a level of performance at Band 4 or higher.
Mathematics Skills Program
If you do not have the assumed knowledge in Mathematics you may undertake the Mathematics Skills Program (MSP) concurrently with your university study. This program is offered on a fee-paying basis and is suitable for holders of TAFE qualifications and others seeking to acquire, or update, their knowledge of mathematics. The MSP is an intensive program and requires attendance for four hours each week. Classes are held on Monday and Wednesday evenings. A basic grounding in advanced-level Year 10 mathematics is assumed.
For further information visit www.unsw.edu.au/bridging or call the Admissions Office on (02) 9385 3228.
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Honours programs
Applications for graduates/graduands of other universities or previous students of UNSW close 10 December 2008. Honours application forms are available from September from www.unsw.edu.au/honours or the Admissions Office – call (02) 9385 3228.
The B Taxation program, conducted at several off-campus study centres, is the only UNSW undergraduate course offered by distance education – refer to course description 426004.
^topYou will receive full details of enrolment procedures with your UAC letter of offer. Failure to follow the outlined procedures may result in your offer lapsing. Main Round offers must be accepted by late January 2009. You will be required to accept your offer and enrol online.
Full details regarding enrolment will be available on the UNSW website at www.my.unsw.edu.au in early January.
If you have already completed some tertiary study you may be entitled to credit for relevant subjects or for entry to the second or later year of a course. The University does not determine advanced standing until an offer of admission has been made and accepted. For general advice about credit contact the school office of the course to which you are applying - visit https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/howdoi/programoffice.html.
| (A) Applicants who receive an offer based on their performance in a 2008 Australian Year 12 | (B) Applicants other than those described in (A) | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Yes, but see comments | Yes, but see comments | · one year only (for applicants admitted mid-year, six months only) for all courses except Dance/Education · Co-op scholarships cannot be deferred · B Medicine/B Surgery - bonded places cannot be deferred · for details visit www.unsw.edu.au/defer |
All students must pay either student contributions for a Commonwealth-supported place (CSP) or tuition fees for a domestic fee-paying place (DFEE) - read Course costs and financial assistance .
^topRead about Youth Allowance, Austudy and ABSTUDY in Course costs and financial assistance.
More than 1 250 undergraduate scholarships are available each year at UNSW. Scholarship selections may take into account a number of factors, including academic merit, social and/or economic disadvantage, or personal qualities such as leadership and commitment to social issues. The Scholarships and Prizes website provides details of the scholarships available and their closing dates. For the most up-to-date listing of scholarships and to download application forms visit www.scholarships.unsw.edu.au. Available scholarships include:
UNSW provides an undergraduate scholarship for high-performing students completing an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education. The prestigious Scientia Scholarship aims to offer a flexible and rewarding educational experience for academically gifted students.
To be eligible for a Scientia Scholarship students must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents and have a UAI (or equivalent, if interstate) of at least 99.90.
The scholarships are available for all undergraduate programs (a limited number may be available for Medicine) and are payable for the duration of the student’s program, subject to satisfactory progress.
No application form is required as students who achieve a UAI of 99.90 or above and select UNSW as one of their UAC preferences will automatically qualify and be contacted by UNSW. For further details contact the UNSW Scholarships Office on 02 9385 1078.
$15 000 (tax free) pa for the duration of the program (four or five years)
The UNSW Co-op Program is a scholarship program set up by industry and UNSW, providing money, professional development and industry training for selected undergraduate students in disciplines in Business, Science, Engineering and Built Environment*. It includes between 9 and 18 months' industry training and is subject to satisfactory progress at university and on industrial training placements.
*For 2009 Civil Engineering, Software Engineering, Architectural Studies and Construction Management & Property will be included subject to final approval.
Generally the minimum UAI requirement is 95.70, however, if you are expecting a UAI of at least 93.80 it would still be worth applying. For Business, the minimum academic requirement is a UAI of 95.70 (or equivalent) OR the course cut-off for 424000 Bachelor of Commerce if this is higher. Having achieved the particular academic standard, students are selected as Co-op scholars largely on the basis of their personal skills, leadership potential, motivation and their non-academic achievements.
Applications are via an online system www.co-op.unsw.edu.au and close 5pm, 30 September 2008 with interviews held at UNSW at the end of November. For more details see your School Careers Adviser, call the UNSW Co-op Program office on (02) 9385 5116 or visit www.co-op.unsw.edu.au.
$4 000 pa (one year only)
This scheme seeks to help students from rural NSW with the transition to university study at UNSW. To be eligible for a scholarship, an applicant must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident and planning to undertake the first year of an undergraduate degree course at UNSW after completing their HSC at a state government high school in rural NSW in the previous year. Applicants will be assessed on the basis of academic merit, leadership qualities and potential to contribute to university life. Consideration will also be given to financial need, the impact of rural isolation and other relevant family circumstances. Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Up to $3 000 pa (one year only)
These scholarships are available to UNSW students who are undertaking a course of at least two years’ duration and who have an outstanding ability in sport. There are no residency requirements. Selection will be based on sporting ability, personal qualities (including leadership qualities, potential to contribute to the wider life of the University) and consideration of circumstances that might otherwise hinder success at UNSW. The selection may also take into account UNSW sporting priorities. Recipients are expected to be active members of the appropriate UNSW Sports Club. For further information visit www.sport.unsw.edu.au/scholarships&Coaching/index.htm.
University-managed housing: The University-administered Mulwarree Apartments have 37 self-contained, furnished apartments that accommodate 185 students and are situated about 15 minutes walk from the Kensington campus. Barker Apartments, located on the main campus, have 231 places, mostly in five-bedroom apartments. Family units are also available, as is wheelchair access/apartments. At 46 High Street, opposite UNSW campus gate 9, there are nine two-bed and six one-bed furnished apartments, including family accommodation primarily for postgraduates.
College accommodation: There are eight college residences on campus that offer accommodation to undergraduate students. Each offers accommodation and full board in a distinctive environment that varies from college to college and provides academic assistance in the major first-year subjects. The basic residence fees for 2008 are approximately $280-$350 per week.
Applications for entry in 2009 should be made directly to the chosen colleges from September 2008. A personal interview may be required as part of the selection procedure. Places in colleges are very competitive and you are advised to consider all types of accommodation.
For application forms and further details contact the individual colleges.
University-managed residential colleges
Kensington Colleges (incorporating Basser, Philip Baxter and Goldstein Colleges)
The University of New South Wales
UNSW Sydney 2052
tel: (02) 9315 0000
email: kenso-colleges@unsw.edu.au
Independently managed residential colleges
New College
tel: (02) 9381 1999
email: admissions@newcollege.unsw.edu.au
website: www.newcollege.unsw.edu.au
Shalom College
tel: (02) 9663 1366
email: shalom@shalom.edu.au
website: www.shalomcollege.unsw.edu.au
Warrane College
tel: (02) 9313 0300
email: warranec@unsw.edu.au
website: www.warrane.unsw.edu.au
Creston College
tel: (02) 9398 5693
email: enquiries@crestoncollege.edu.au
International House
tel: (02) 9313 0600
email: ihouse@unsw.edu.au
website: www.ih.unsw.edu.au
Off-campus accommodation: UNSW Accommodation Services Central provides a list of off-campus accommodation, such as room and facilities, shared housing and full board, and information on home stays and the renting of flats and houses.
For further information on tenancy and housing options visit UNSW Accommodation Services Central, Ground Floor, Basser College, call (02) 9385 4985, email housing.office@unsw.edu.au or visit www.housing.unsw.edu.au.
Careers and Employment offer a range of services to assist students to develop career management skills and gain employment.
Contact Careers and Employment, Level 2, East Wing, Quadrangle Building. Opening hours Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. Call (02) 9385 5429, fax (02) 9385 6145, email careers@unsw.edu.au or visit www.careers.unsw.edu.au
The Religious Centre is currently attended by Anglican, Catholic, Orthodox, Jewish, Pentecostal and Uniting churches and provides worship, prayer meetings, Bible studies and spiritual counselling. Also located in the Centre is the Islamic Society and the University Buddhist Society.
The Honey Pot Child Care Centre is funded by Arc and is located at 22 Botany Street, Randwick (email: honeypot@arc.unsw.edu.au).
The Counselling Service provides professional psychological development and support services to all enrolled students. Services include individual consultations and workshops/seminars that promote student development. Issues frequently presented by students include managing the first-year experience, academic issues such as time and task management, personal concerns like motivation, anxiety/mood or relationship issues, and concerns about following the University's rules and regulations.
The Counselling Service co-ordinates Peer Mentoring@UNSW and specific mentoring programs for rural and regional students, mature age students and students enrolling in the University Preparation Program. The Service website at www.counselling.unsw.edu.au contains information about the Counselling Service Compass Programs and self-help material on various topics relevant to students. The Counselling Service operates on campuses at Kensington and Paddington (COFA).
UNSW has exchange agreements with more than 130 universities in 32 countries. UNSW encourages students to undertake part of their degree overseas. Scholarships are available. For further information visit www.international.unsw.edu.au/exchange.
The University Health Service is a complete general medical practice situated on the Kensington campus. A private dental surgery is also available.
The Learning Centre assists students with study-related issues such as academic writing, examination techniques, oral presentation skills and effective time management. The service is free and confidential. For further information visit www.lc.unsw.edu.au.
The University Library System provides service to the teaching, learning and research functions of the University. Libraries at UNSW include the Biomedical Library, the Law Library, the Physical Sciences Library, the Social Sciences and Humanities Library, and the College of Fine Arts Library located on the Paddington campus. UNSW students are provided with access to various electronic services including email, remote access via modem to the University Network and the internet. For further information visit http://info.library.unsw.edu.au/.
New students are encouraged to attend Week Zero to be held 2-6 March 2009 in the first week of Semester 1 (before classes commence). Week Zero encompasses the University’s Orientation Week for new students. O'Week introduces new students to both the social and academic aspects of student life at UNSW and gives each new student a good start to their university study. Check the UNSW O'Week website (www.oweek.arc.unsw.edu.au) for details then join in and get the benefit of all the activities designed to help you settle in to UNSW life.
The UNSW Lifestyle Centre has some of the best sport and recreation facilities of any Australian university and provides a comprehensive range of health, fitness and sporting facilities. The Lifestyle Centre also offers a childminding service and a physiotherapy service. For further information visit www.lifestylecentre.unsw.edu.au.
The Arc is located in the Blockhouse and Roundhouse at Kensington and in D Block at the COFA campus. For more information call (02) 9385 7700, visit www.arc.unsw.edu.au or go to the Blockhouse or D Block at COFA.
UNSW is committed to ensuring that, as far as is possible, all students can participate equally in the educational opportunities offered by the University. As part of this commitment, it provides a range of services for students with disabilities or medical conditions. These include note-takers, readers or sign interpreters, examination support, library provisions and resource materials.
If you require assistance contact the Equity Officer (Disability) as soon as you can to discuss your support needs - call (02) 9385 4770, email equity_diversity@unsw.edu.au or visit www.equity.unsw.edu.au.
^topFor more detailed information refer to the Undergraduate Programs Guide or contact the Student Recruitment Office - call (02) 9385 1844/1866, fax (02) 9386 1800, email studentrecruitment@unsw.edu.au or visit www.unsw.edu.au.
The online handbook is available at www.handbook.unsw.edu.au.
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