University of New South Wales (UNSW)

About the Institution
Established in 1949 with a unique focus on the scientific, technological and professional disciplines, UNSW is a leading Australian university committed to making a difference through pioneering research and preparing the next generation of talented global citizens for career success.

UNSW has a proud tradition of sustained innovation, focusing on areas critical to our future – from climate change and renewable energies to lifesaving medical treatments and breakthrough technologies. In the social sciences, UNSW research informs policy and expert commentary in key issues facing society ranging from human rights and constitutional recognition of Indigenous Australians to public health and population ageing.

UNSW offers an extensive range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs. We attract talented students from across Australia and around the world. Our 50,000-plus students come from 128 countries, making us one of Australia’s most cosmopolitan universities. Our emphasis on quality continues to push up entry standards with record demand from the State’s top school leavers. 

The main UNSW campus is located on a 38 hectare site at Kensington, seven kilometres from the centre of Sydney. -UNSW
 
University Info
UNSW website: https://www.unsw.edu.au/
For further insight into life at UNSW, please visit their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UNSW-SDI-Student-Development-International-143782578983112/
 
Location
Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales and the largest city in Australia. Located on Australia's east coast, the metropolis sits next to the Blue Mountains. Sydney is made up of 658 suburbs with an estimated population was 5,029,768.
 
The 2014 Mercer Quality of Living Survey ranks Sydney tenth in the world in terms of quality of living, making it one of the most livable cities. Ranked eleventh in the world for economic opportunity, Sydney has well-developed financial, manufacturing, and tourism sectors. There is a significant concentration of foreign banks and multinational corporations in Sydney and the city is promoted as one of Asia Pacific's leading financial hubs.
In addition to hosting events such as the 2000 Summer Olympics, Sydney is amongst the top fifteen most-visited cities in the world, with millions of tourists coming each year to see the city's landmarks. Its natural features include Sydney Harbour, the Royal National Park, and the Royal Botanic Garden. Man-made attractions such as Sydney Tower, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the Sydney Opera House, are also well known to international visitors.
The cultural life of Sydney, Australia is dynamic, diverse and multicultural. Many of the individual cultures that make up the Sydney mosaic are centered on the cultural, artistic, ethnic, linguistic and religious communities formed by waves of immigration. Sydney is a major global city with a vibrant scene of musical, theatrical, visual, literary and other artistic activity.
 
Program Info and Application
Additional Information
UNSW Application (ENS)
 
Application Deadlines- General Application (1 December 2017) | ENS Application (2 October 2017)
 
Course Information
Levels 2 and 3 may count as Advanced (3000-level) Courses
 
Students are not allowed to take Level 4 (Graduate) courses
 
Semester 1 is Spring Term; Semester 2 is Fall Term
 
Module (Course) Look-up
 
Housing Information
UNSW offers two types of accommodation: colleges and apartments. Colleges are more similar to dorms while apartments are similar to apartments here at TU.
 
Living in one of the 6 colleges owned and operated by UNSW, you’ll be immersed in a truly inclusive and supportive environment that fosters academic excellence, community participation and social engagement. You’ll have the support of an on-site team comprising of the Dean, Deputy Dean and a team of Resident Fellows/Assistants. Every floor has an RF/RA, and their job is to provide academic guidance and pastoral support, ensuring each and every resident is looked after. Academically, you’ll have access to a college-wide tutorial program. 
With a carefully balanced social calendar, academic support, opportunities for community engagement and the chance to assume leadership positions in your college, life on campus is rewarding, exciting and helps to lay the foundations for the rest of your life. Living in one of the 4 apartment units owned and operated by UNSW, you’ll be able to experience independent living within a community experience. There are studios and flat-shares available and even options for couples and families with children. Community Assistants are current UNSW students who live on site at each apartment complex (excluding High Street) and their role is to engage with students, facilitate social activities and act as the first point of contact should any issues arise. If you're a little bit older or prefer more independence and freedom... apartment life may be for you!
Additional information can be found online.


 
Orientation
Attendance at Orientation is required for all TU students studying at UNSW.