
Study close to your home.
You can start your journey to a world top 50 university close to home! UNSW works with licensed providers to deliver the Foundation English Entry Course and UNSW Foundation Studies, using the same curriculum as students on campus in Sydney. You will be fully supported in a structured learning environment where you will be taught the academic, English language and study skills you need for success at university. Once you meet the entry requirements, you will be guaranteed a place in an undergraduate degree at UNSW Sydney.
Benefit from a UNSW-designed curriculum without moving too far away.
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There are centres delivering our programs in China, Indonesia, Japan and Sri Lanka. Select the region where you’d like to study, and see what programs are on offer close to you.
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
One of the best foreign studies universities in the country, Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) is directed under the Ministry of Education of China (MOE). It is popular among international students, earning the nickname “the mini United Nations”. BLCU is located at the heart of a key university-concentrated area in Beijing, and boasts state-of-the-art learning and research facilities as well as a rich academic and cultural atmosphere.
Provider: Dongfang International Center for Educational Exchange
Contact: Admissions
Phone: +86-10-82303551
Email: training@blcu.edu.cn
Website: http://www.blcutraining.com/
Location: 15 Xueyuan Road, Haidian District, Beijing
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
New Oriental Vision Overseas (NOVO) has successfully helped thousands of students enter leading universities all around the world. Opened in 2021, NOVO’s Beijing campus offers an inspiring learning community dedicated to academic independence, creative thinking and student success. The campus provides high-quality learning and lifestyle facilities, including a cafeteria and student housing.
Provider: Beijing New Oriental Vision Overseas Consulting Co., Ltd. Beijing Branch
Name: Yirong Pan
Phone: +86 18500220394
Email: panyirong@xdf.cn
Website: https://liuxue.xdf.cn/
Location: New Oriental Education & Technology Group, No.6 Haidian Zhongjie, Haidian District, Beijing 100080 PRC
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Physical or Life Science
Guangdong Shunde Wonder School is a private full-time boarding school, directly under the management of Shunde District Education Bureau as a “first class school in Guangdong Province”. Home to around 2500 students, it has a full range of well-equipped teaching and learning facilities including air-conditioned classrooms, dormitories, libraries, canteens, gymnasiums, computer rooms and science laboratories.
Provider: Guangdong EIC Academy Education Service CO., Ltd
Phone: 0757-27880299
Email: eicunsw@eiceducation.com.cn
Website: https://www.eic.org.cn/
Location: Xin Shiliang Road, Daliang Street, Shunde District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province, China
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Physical or Life Science
Specialising in Science and Technology, South China University of Technology (SCUT) is recognised as one of the world’s top 300 universities and is 22nd in the world for Engineering. Located in the thriving metropolis of Guangzhou, SCUT offers students a safe on-campus experience, taught by master’s degree level professors and teachers who have excellent multicultural and bilingual academic backgrounds.
Provider: Academy for Overseas Study of South China University of Technology
Name: Taotao Chen
Phone: +86-20-87112001
Email: ttchen@scut.edu.cn
Website: http://aos.scut.edu.cn
Location: Tianhe District, Guangzhou, Guangdong
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Design & Architecture, Physical or Life Science
Hangzhou Entel Foreign Language School is one of Zhejiang Province’s leading public secondary schools, with 1400 students and 200 full-time Chinese and international faculty members. The school’s reputation is enhanced by offering the UNSW Foundation Studies Program for several years and has supported hundreds of students to achieve their goal of progressing to a degree at UNSW Sydney and other world class universities.
Provider: Ahead Education
Phone: +86-5718-9080341
Email: elenyunebl@126.com
Location: Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Physical or Life Science
Established in 1920, Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) is a member of China’s top nine University Union (C9) and a National Key University. It is renowned as “the cradle of engineers” and has science and engineering disciplines at its core. In 2020, HIT ranked 6th on the list of the best global universities for engineering (US News & World Report). Taught by highly experienced teachers and with access to premium facilities, students have access to a variety of extra-curricular activities designed to support their language and learning skills, as they prepare to progress to university in Australia.
Provider: Dongfang International Center for Educational Exchange
Phone: +86 13163661280
Email: hitunsw@163.com
Website: http://sce.hit.edu.cn/course/detail/6081
Location: Harbin, Heilongjiang
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Design & Architecture, Physical or Life Science
The Nanjing Foreign Language School is regarded as one of the country’s leading public secondary schools. The school has fostered hundreds of diplomats, ambassadors and international talent through a culture of open-mindedness, inclusivity, curiosity and a commitment to developing all facets of the student’s wellbeing. A UNSW Foundation studies partner since 2016, the school has successfully graduated over 400 students through the program, with 70 per cent of students accepted to the top 50 universities worldwide, including UNSW Sydney.
Provider: Ahead Education
Phone: +86-0258-5896206
Email: elainejtt@sina.com
Website: http://www.nflsxl.com
Location: Nanjing, Jiangsu
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Physical or Life Science
Founded in 1953, Nanjing University of Science and Technology (NJUST) is a national key university, part of the “Project 211” and one of the earliest institutes in China to introduce international cooperative education programs. NJUST’s School of International Education has helped more than 1000 students to progress to prestigious international universities across the world. While at NJUST, students will learn from highly experienced academics, be immersed in a strong campus culture and have access to top quality facilities.
Provider: School of International Education, Nanjing University of Science & Technology
Phone: +86-25-84303136
Email: unsw-g@njust.edu.cn
Website: http://sie.njust.edu.cn/4489/list.htm
Location: Jiangyin Campus Jiangsu
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
New Oriental Vision Overseas (NOVO) Nanjing Campus is in the Jiangning University Town of Nanjing, where students are immersed in a university atmosphere throughout their studies. The Nanjing campus offers students brand-new educational facilities including ample study spaces, computer labs, a library, modern accommodation options and sporting fields. With a team of highly experienced professional teachers and support staff, the campus is committed to providing a premium study experience to help students reach their academic goals.
Provider: Beijing New Oriental Vision Overseas Consulting Co. Ltd. Nanjing Branch
Name: Hetong Wang
Phone: +86 13842002357
Email: wanghetong3@xdf.cn
Website: http://liuxue.xdf.cn/nanjing
Location: Floor 17, Wending Building, No. 99 Gezhi Road, Jiangning District, Nanjing
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Design & Architecture, Physical or Life Science
A prestigious university-affiliated high school, the High School Affiliated to Nanjing Normal University offers students the opportunity to excel in an environment recognised by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China as one of the country’s leading schools based on the quality of its teachers and educational resources. The school has been running international programs since 1998, including the UNSW Foundation Studies Program, and has seen 87 per cent of students accepted to world-class universities, including UNSW Sydney.
Provider: Ahead Education
Phone: +86-2552-280178
Email: 506899253@qq.com
Website: http://www.nsfz.cn/
Location: Nanjing Jiangsu
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
The Zhongnan Dongzhou International School became a provider of the UNSW Foundation Studies Program in 2019. The international high school implements the educational mission of “fusion of Chinese and Western” and is committed to helping every student realise their dream of entering a world top university. 100 per cent of the 2019 UNSW Foundation Program cohort went on to gain entry to an Australian Group of Eight university.
Provider: Ahead Education
Phone: +86-0513-68067009
Email: 1132663882@qq.com
Website:
Location: Haimen, Nantong, Jiangsu
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
Beijing New Oriental Vision Overseas Consulting (NOVO) provides students with a full suite of services and programs to help them achieve their goal of studying abroad. NOVO has been an authorised provider of the UNSW Foundation Studies program since 2021. Students benefit from NOVO’s high-quality facilities and expert teacher support, ensuring they have the academic and English language skills and knowledge to reach their university dreams.
Provider: Beijing New Oriental Vision Overseas Consulting Co. ,Co.,Ltd. Guangzhou Branch
Name: Gong Li
Phone: +86 20 2333 6566
Email: gongli3@xdf.cn
Website: https://liuxue.xdf.cn/guangzhou/
Location: Panyu, Guangzhou, Guangdong
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
Shanghai International Studies University has offered the UNSW Foundation Studies Program since 2005, supporting more than 500 students to achieve their goal of enrolling in an Australian university. The campus has state-of-the-art facilities, including smart classrooms, laboratories and computer rooms. There’s also fully furnished dormitory accommodation, allowing students to fully immerse themselves in the university experience before studying abroad.
Provider: Dongfang International Centre for Educational Exchange
Phone: +86-21-3537-2880
Email: tufc@shisu.edu.cn
Website: http://tufc.shisu.edu.cn/html/0401P942020.html
Location: Shanghai
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
With more than 125 years’ history, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is one of the oldest leading universities in China, ranked 47th in the QS World University Ranking in 2021. For over a decade STJU has been focusing on providing preparatory courses for students who are determined to further their study overseas, including UNSW Foundation Studies, with thousands of Chinese students successfully going on to attend top 100 universities around the world.
Provider: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Name: Shuyi Xia (Tracy)
Phone: 086-21-6293 4120
Email: syxia@sjtu.edu.cn
Website: https://www.sjtu.edu.cn/
Location: No. 535 Fahuazhen Road, Changning District, Shanghai
Qibao Campus: No.2678, Qixin Road, Minhang District, Shanghai
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Design & Architecture, Physical or Life Science
Established in 1948, Liaoning University (LNU) is one of the National “Project 211” Key Universities and Double First-class construction universities. The campus is equipped with advanced teaching facilities, a campus library, gymnasium, swimming pool and other facilities. Liaoning University has trained a total of nearly 10,000 students to study in prestigious universities around the world.
Provider: Liaoning University International Language Centre
Name: Calvin Fu
Phone: +86 159 4022 7999
Email: 344957694@qq.com
Website: http://www.lnu.edu.cn
Location: Shenyang, Liaoning
Programs: Foundation Studies Program, Foundation English Entry Course
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
Located in the city centre, Hebei International School was established in 1947 by the People’s Government of Shijiazhuang. The campus offers students a wealth of resources and facilities, supported by more than 280 highly qualified teaching staff. Now one of the top 100 schools in China, with exemplary campus culture and student performance.
Provider: HIEESC (Hebei International Education Exchange Service Centre)
Name: Cassie Li
Phone: +86 311 6600 5508
Email: cassie.li@hbieau.com
Website: http://www.sjz42.com/en_index.asp
Location: Shijiazhuang, Hebei
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Physical or Life Science
Founded in 2004, Xi’an Jiaotong University Suzhou Academy was established as a base for Sino International Education Programs, training programs, scientific research and technology transformation in Suzhou. Students at the campus benefit from 200 highly qualified teaching staff, state-of-the-art facilities and a strong student community.
Provider: Xi'an Jiao Tong University Suzhou Academy
Name: Chao Li
Phone: 0086 512 69568201
Email: szme@mail.xjtu.edu.cn
Website: http://www.xjtusz.cn
Location: Suzhou, China
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Design & Architecture
Hankou University is located in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, near the beautiful Tangxun Lake and high-tech industry cluster — “Optical Valley of China”. The UNSW Foundation Studies program is taught here by a team of highly qualified and experienced teachers, giving students the opportunity to immerse themselves in university life in and outside the classroom. They also have access to advanced facilities including intelligent classrooms, laboratories and computer rooms.
Provider: Wenhan Yingcai Education (Merit Education)
Name: Leo Wang
Phone: +86-027-87499299
Email: enquiries@merit-edu.com
Website: http://gj.hkxy.edu.cn
Location: 299 Wenhua Dadao, Jiangxia District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
New Oriental Vision Overseas (NOVO) Wuhan is located in Wuhan New Times Business Centre, the landmark building of Wuchang District, and is within walking distance of transportation, dining and shopping. The school has versatile spaces, including high-tech classrooms and a learning centre. NOVO Wuhan has successfully helped thousands of students enter world-leading universities to facilitate the cultural and educational exchange between China and the world.
Provider: Beijing New Oriental Vision Overseas Consulting Co. Ltd.
Name: Penny Xu
Phone: 0086-27-87706119
Email: xulong4@xdf.cn
Website: https://liuxue.xdf.cn/wuhan/
Location: Wuhan New Times Business Centre Level 31, 456 Wuluo Road, Wuchang District Wuhan, Hubei
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Design & Architecture, Physical or Life Science
The Jiangsu Xishan Senior High School is a national model high school and one of the first group of schools designated as a provincial four-star high school. Set over 168 hectares, the school has one of the best design/art learning buildings in the country. Jiangsu Xishan’s international division has been delivering the UNSW Foundation Studies Program commerce, physical science and design streams since 2009. Supported by 21 teachers, 99 per cent of students have gone on to enter world top 100 universities, including UNSW Sydney.
Provider: Ahead Education
Phone: +86- 5108-3579112
Email: 843410731@qq.com
Website: http://www.jxshs.cn
Location: Wuxi, Jiangsu
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Physical or Life Science
A key high school in the heart of Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, The High School Affiliated to Xi’an Jiaotong University is considered one of the top public high schools in Central-West China. With a full range of modern campus facilities, the school serves 4500 students from grades 1-12, and has more than 300 academic staff members. The school has taught the UNSW Foundation Studies Program since 2011 and has since graduated more than 300 students, with 92 per cent progressing to UNSW Sydney or other Australian Group of Eight universities.
Provider: Ahead Education
Phone: +86-0298-2295805
Email: 1753259846@qq.com
Website: http://www.xajdfz.com.cn
Location: Xi’an, Shannxi
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Physical or Life Science
Founded in 1903, Xuzhou No.1 High School was selected as a “Jiangsu Famous School” and a “Chinese Famous School” and is on the shortlist of the top high schools in northern Jiangsu Province. The school has developed strong international exchanges and cooperation with education institutes worldwide, becoming a UNSW Foundation Studies Program provider in 2017. In 2018, 100 per cent of UNSW Foundation Studies Program students went on to overseas enrolment in one of the world’s top 100 universities.
Provider: Ahead Education
Phone: +86-0516-85582169
Email: 2306635212@qq.com
Website: http://www.jsxzyz.cn
Location: Xuzhou, Jiangsu
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
New Oriental Vision Overseas (NOVO) Zhengzhou Campus is located in the heart of Jinshui Wanda, with convenient transport options. On campus, students enjoy a safe study environment, with advanced facilities including smart classrooms, learning zones and common rooms. Students are taught by a team of highly qualified and experienced teachers and have access to a variety of activities designed to support their learning skills.
Provider: New Oriental Vision Overseas Consulting Co. Ltd. Zhengzhou Branch.
Name: Xiaoming Fan
Phone: +86 18736007336
Email: fanxiaoming@xdf.cn
Website: https://liuxue.xdf.cn/zhengzhou/
Location: Jinshui Wanda Centre, Nongke Road, Jinshui District, Zhengzhou, Henan
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Design & Architecture
A state-of-the-art campus tailored to the delivery of art and design subjects, Bumi Serpong Damai (BSD) has specially designed spaces including photography and design studios, software labs and a music studio. BSD provides students with access to the latest design technology labs, to ensure they get to grips with the latest industry software and develop the workplace-ready skills required for their future careers.
Provider: UniPrep - Lembaga Pendidkan Unisadhuguna
Name: Kristen Salomina
Phone: +62-21-3001-0819
Email: kristen.salomina@unisadhuguna.org
Website: http://uniprep-unsw.com/
Location: Tangerang Selatan, Banten 15331, Indonesia
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Physical or Life Science
Located at Gading Walk, neighbouring Mal Kelapa Gading, this small campus provides a welcoming and supportive environment with dynamic study spaces and a full suite of facilities specially designed to help shape students into mature adolescents that have self-discipline, fun and originality of thought.
Provider: UniPrep - Lembaga Pendidkan Unisadhuguna
Name: Sra kg
Phone: +62-21-4587-5400
Email: sra.kg@unisadhuguna.org
Website: http://uniprep-unsw.com/
Location: Jl. Sentra Kelapa Gading Jakarta Utara, DKI Jakarta 14240, Indonesia
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Physical or Life Science
Situated in North Jakarta, the Pantai Indah campus provides a variety of opportunities for students, with peaceful study spaces, lively social hubs and well-equipped facilities all designed to enhance students’ learning and provide them with a vibrant study experience.
Provider: UniPrep - Lembaga Pendidkan Unisadhuguna
Name: Cindy Caroline
Phone: +62-21-5596-7755
Email: cindy.caroline@unisadhuguna.org
Website: http://uniprep-unsw.com/
Location: Jl. Pantai Indah Utara, Pantai Indah Kapuk, Jakarta Utara, DKI Jakarta 14460, Indonesia
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies, Physical or Life Science
Pondok Indah Campus is well located in the elite area of Pondok Indah, a hub for international businesses and entertainment. The campus is designed to reflect a professional working environment, with access to international resources and professional practices for first-hand industry learning. Students are able to gain the essential skills and knowledge to build a professional portfolio and be successful in their future learning and careers.
Provider: UniPrep - Lembaga Pendidkan Unisadhuguna
Phone: +62-21-2270-1888
Email: admission.pi@unisadhuguna.org
Website: http://uniprep-unsw.com/
Location: UniSadhuGuna Building,Jl. Terogong No.32, Cilandak, 12430 Jakarta, Indonesia
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
Established in 2009, Scholar Tuition Centre offers a learning method that allows students to obtain a good grip on the basic concepts, building a solid foundation of English, problem-solving and critical thinking, encouraging success when studying abroad. Located in the heart of Medan city, Scholar is equipped with well-appointed classrooms, a spacious student lounge, counselling room, library and other learning resources.
Provider: Scholar Tuition Centre
Phone: +6261 4538969
Email: admission@scholar-tuition.com
Website: https://www.scholar-tuition.com/unswglobal
Location: Jl. Multatuli no.10B Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
AIBT aims to empower its students by giving them opportunities to develop and build towards their future careers, through a high-quality world-class education at affordable prices. Conveniently located in the heart of Colombo City, it offers state-of-the-art facilities, face-to-face classroom lectures, intensive seminars and self-study under a blended learning approach. This faculty is highly experienced in the delivery of international programs and are committed to motivating and supporting students to accomplish their goals.
Provider: Asian Institute of Business & Technology
Name: Mr.Varuna Wickramasinghe
Phone: +94117777234 / +94770216161
Email: varuna.w@aibt.education
Website: http://www.aibt.education
Location: No 60, Davidson Road, Colombo 04, Sri Lanka.
Programs: Foundation Studies Program
Streams: Commerce or Actuarial Studies
Located in the capital of Sri Lanka’s Central Provision, the AIBT Kandy Campus offers students a quality learning environment to develop and build their academic and English capabilities, to successfully progress to a world-class university, like UNSW Sydney. Students learn from expert academics through face-to-face lectures, class seminars and student consultation sessions. Campus facilities include modern lecture rooms, computer labs, classrooms, self-study spaces and a range of recreational areas and facilities.
Provider: Asian Institute of Business & Technology
Name: Mr. Kanchana Weerasinghe
Phone: +94771200102
Email: kanchana.p@aibt.education
Website: http://www.aibt.education
Location: Kandy, Sri Lanka
Note: UNSW Foundation Studies and Foundation English Entry Courses are delivered outside of Australia by third party providers under licence from UNSW Global. The Standard Foundation Program is offered at all Centres. The Foundation English Entry Course is offered at selected Centres. International students studying these programs are not eligible for Australian student visas. International students can apply for an Australian student visa once they progress to their next qualification onshore in Australia. While these programs have the same name as the programs delivered by UNSW Global in Sydney, they are not subject to the Australian education regulatory framework.