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    University of New South Wales

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    Sydney, New South Wales, 🇦🇺 AustraliaFounded 1949
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    About University of New South Wales

    UNSW was established in 1949 with a focus on engineering and technology, modeled after MIT. It has since diversified into a comprehensive research university and is a founding member of the Group of Eight (Go8) — Australia's leading research-intensive universities. UNSW researchers have set multiple world records for solar cell efficiency, contributing significantly to renewable energy technology.

    Best known for

    • Australia's leading engineering university
    • Solar cell technology research (world records)
    • Strong industry ties
    • Largest student population in Australia
    • AGSM — top MBA in Asia-Pacific

    Type

    university

    Founded

    1949

    Total students

    Not verified

    Indian students

    Not verified

    Kensington campus (near city & beach)
    Paddington campus (art & design)
    Tyree Energy Technologies Building

    Popular Programs

    Engineering
    Computer Science
    Business (AGSM)
    Law
    Renewable Energy
    Data Science

    Full program list: official website.

    Admission for Indian Students

    1

    Apply directly through UNSW's online application portal

    2

    Submit certified academic transcripts

    3

    English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE)

    4

    Some programs require supplementary applications

    5

    MBA: GMAT/GRE, work experience, essays

    IELTS

    6.5 (min 6.0 each band)

    TOEFL

    90 (min 23 writing)

    GPA / Marks

    78%+ (Indian boards)

    • GMAT for MBA
    • Portfolio for design programs
    Source not verified — always confirm details on the institution's official admissions page before applying.

    Tuition

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    International tuition

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    See official tuition fees

    Tuition varies by program and year. Always confirm the fee for your program on the official fee schedule.

    Scholarships

    • UNSW International Scientia Coursework Scholarship (full tuition)
    • International Student Award ($10,000)
    • Faculty-specific scholarships

    Eligibility and amounts change each year — check the university's awards office before applying.

    Intakes & Deadlines

    Intakes

    Term 1 (February)
    Term 2 (June)
    Term 3 (September)

    Application deadline

    November 30 (T1), March 31 (T2), July 31 (T3)

    Application fee

    AUD $125

    Deadlines are indicative and differ by program — confirm on the official admissions page.

    Cost of Living in Sydney

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    Official minimum living funds for your visa: Home Affairs — Student visa (subclass 500) financial capacity

    Student Life

    Live activity from Indian students at University of New South Wales.

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