Question 1

Who is UNSW Global?

Accepted Answer

UNSW Global is the part of UNSW Sydney responsible for providing pathway programs which improve access to high quality education and careers.

Question 2

What is a Diploma?

Accepted Answer

Diplomas provide a pathway for students into the second year of either the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Science. These programs are designed and approved by UNSW Academic Staff and Quality Assurance Committees. Diploma students enjoy a high level of support, while studying in first class facilities at our UNSW Sydney campus.

Question 3

What UNSW Degree can I study?

Accepted Answer

Successful graduates from UNSW Diplomas can enter the second year of either the UNSW Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering degrees. To find out more about UNSW Undergraduate programs and future opportunities, please visit UNSW website: https://www.international.unsw.edu.au/undergraduate-study.

Question 4

What Degree Specialisations are available?

Accepted Answer

UNSW Diplomas are available in either Science or Engineering. Within each Diploma, students nominate a particular degree specialisation that they would like to follow, depending upon which degree they would like to study in future. For more information about Science Diploma streams, please see: Diploma in Science. For information about Engineering Diploma streams, please see: Diploma in Engineering

Question 5

How long is the Diploma?

Accepted Answer

The Diploma is an 11-month program which is taught across three terms of 12 weeks each. International students who successfully complete their Diploma studies can enter the second year of the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering.

Question 6

What courses will I study?

Accepted Answer

The courses that you’ll study depend on whether you’re in the Diploma in Science or Diploma in Engineering. Diploma in Science students study a total of 8 courses while Diploma in Engineering students study a total of 9 courses. The courses included in your diploma are based on the degree specialisation that you’ve chosen. For information about courses in the Diploma in Science please see Diploma in Science. For information about courses in the Diploma in Engineering, please see: Diploma in Engineering

Question 7

How will my WAM be calculated?

Accepted Answer

Other than the Communication and Academic Literacy course, students are allocated a mark out of 100 for each course, which is then expressed as a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) out of 100.
A student with a course mark of less than 50% has failed the course and must repeat the course before being eligible for the Diploma award. For the Communication and Academic Literacy course, grades are expressed using letters from A-F. In order to pass the course and be eligible for the Diploma award, students must achieve a grade of Satisfactory in this course.

Question 8

How will I be assessed?

Accepted Answer

Students are assessed throughout each course using the following methods:

Assignments
Tutorials and laboratory sessions
Mid-Term examinations
Final examinations

Performance in each course is expressed in terms of a letter grade (e.g. PS, CR, DN, HD, FL). Overall program performance is expressed as a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) from 0-100.

Question 9

What is the progression rate for UNSW Diplomas?

Accepted Answer

It is anticipated that students of the Diploma program will experience a high level of success compared with first year degree students. Diploma students benefit from smaller class sizes, additional face-to-face contact (between 23%-40%, depending on the course), and scheduled consultations for students who require support, English and Academic Literacy studies. Students in the Diploma program study first year curricula, which supports their progression into their UNSW degree.
In order to progress from the Diploma into the second year of a UNSW degree, students must pass all of their Diploma courses, achieving a minimum score of 50%; in addition, they must also pass the Communication and Academic Literacy course, achieving a grade of at least Satisfactory.

Question 10

What if I don&#8217;t meet the English requirements for a UNSW bachelor degree?

Accepted Answer

After completion of your Diploma, if you pass all academic courses other than the Communication and Academic Literacy (English) course, you may choose to study the University English Entry Course (UEEC) or to repeat the Communication and Academic Literacy course before receiving your Diploma. Students who successfully complete the UEEC may progress directly into their degree and do not need to retake an IELTS or similar test. Longer English language programs are also available. For more information, please click: University English Entry Course (UEEC)

Question 11

Why should I study a UNSW Diploma?

Accepted Answer

Students who successfully complete a UNSW Diploma are guaranteed entry into the second year of a UNSW Science or Engineering degree. As a UNSW Diploma student, you’ll be studying in a UNSW-designed program while benefiting from smaller class sizes and full access to UNSW facilities and clubs. Students can earn both a UNSW Diploma and a UNSW bachelor degree in the same time as it would take to complete a normal degree.

Question 12

What are the entry requirements for a UNSW Diploma?

Accepted Answer

For detailed entry requirements for the Diploma in Science click here For detailed entry requirements for the Diploma in Engineering, click here

Question 13

What are the English requirements for UNSW Diplomas?

Accepted Answer

For detailed entry requirements for the Diploma in Science click here: Diploma in Science For detailed entry requirements for the Diploma in Engineering, click here: Diploma in Engineering

Question 14

What if I don’t meet the entry requirements for a UNSW Diploma?

Accepted Answer

Students who do not currently meet the entry requirements for a UNSW Diploma may consider applying for a UNSW Foundation program. For further information, please see: Foundation Studies

Question 15

What if I don’t meet the English requirements for a UNSW Diploma?

Accepted Answer

The University English Entry Course (UEEC) is the ideal preparation for a UNSW Diploma program. It is offered as a 10, 15 or 20 week course and will help you to develop your English language proficiency and vital academic skills such as research and note-taking techniques and academic writing. Once you’ve successfully completed UEEC you may be admitted directly into your chosen Diploma.

Question 16

I&#8217;m a domestic student, can I apply for a Diploma?

Accepted Answer

Australian and New Zealand Citizens and Australian permanent residents are not currently eligible for UNSW Diploma programs. For advice on your options, please email agent@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au

Question 17

What are the start dates and tuition fees?

Accepted Answer

There are three intakes per year for UNSW Diplomas: February, June and September. Tuition fees are dependent upon which Diploma program you choose. For detailed dates and tuition fee information for the Diploma in Science, click here. For detailed dates and tuition fee information for the Diploma in Engineering, click here.

Question 18

What is the cost of living in Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Sydney is a great place to live and study, and to help you understand your new city, we have put together some typical costs. Living in Sydney

Question 19

How do I apply?

Accepted Answer

For instructions on how to apply, and supporting documents required, please click here

Question 20

What documents do I need to provide?

Accepted Answer

A complete application should include the below documents:

Passport Copy
Certified copies of your Academic transcripts
English Proficiency Test Results if applicable (e.g. IELTS or TOEFL) if required
Completed Parent consent form for Under 18 applicants if required

Our Admissions team will contact you if any further documents are required.

Question 21

How do I submit my application?

Accepted Answer

Students are encouraged to apply online at https://apply.unswglobal.unsw.edu.au/ Alternatively, applications can be emailed to: admissions@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au.

Question 22

Do I need health insurance?

Accepted Answer

If you are an international student, you will need overseas student health cover (OSHC) for the whole of your program. We can organise this through our preferred provider, Medibank. The cost of your OSHC will be included in your letter of offer.

Question 23

How do I accept my offer?

Accepted Answer

There are four things you need to do:

Sign the Acceptance Agreement & Declaration for International Student Visa Holders.
For students under 18 years old, please follow our under 18 guidelines and procedures and return the completed form.
Provide proof of payment.
Ensure that you have health insurance (OSHC) in place if you are an International student. Our Admissions team can assist you in arranging this.

Our Admissions team may contact you if any further information is required.

Question 24

What do I do if I have a conditional offer?

Accepted Answer

If you meet the academic entry requirements, but do not meet our English language requirements, you may receive a conditional offer. In this case, you must provide us with evidence of your English language proficiency, such as an IELTS test result. For more information about our English language requirements, for the Diploma in Science click: Diploma in Science English language requirements for the Diploma in Engineering, click: Diploma in Engineering

Question 25

What accommodation options are available?

Accepted Answer

UNSW Global has several accommodation options depending on students’ preferences. For further information, please see: accommodation . If you are an Under 18 year old international student when you start studying with us, and you want to be part of our Under 18 Care Program where we issue a Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation and Welfare (CAAW), you must stay in approved accommodation.

Question 26

What student support services are available?

Accepted Answer

The UNSW Global Student Life team provides a comprehensive range of support services to ensure your student experience is happy, rewarding and successful. Our staff are well experienced and here to help you throughout your studies. Please find more details on our website: Student support.

Question 27

Can I change Diploma streams?

Accepted Answer

You may be able to change your Diploma within a stream. Changing from one Diploma stream to another may extend the length of your Diploma. It may be possible to change from a Diploma in Engineering to a Diploma in Science or vice versa, but you will need to make enquires to ensure eligibility. Current students should speak with our Student Services team for information about their individual situation.

Question 28

What if I do not pass a course?

Accepted Answer

If you do not pass a Diploma course, we recommend that you make an appointment to see a Student Advisor via email: student.support@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au or visit the Student Services Office to find out about your options. You will normally be able to study that course again in the following intake and will only be required to make payment for the courses you have not passed.

Question 29

How do I receive and accept my offer to UNSW second year?

Accepted Answer

All UNSW Sydney offers will be emailed to the personal email address that you have provided to UNSW Global. UNSW Sydney offers cannot be collected in person or posted to UNSW Global. If you have received your Diploma but have not received a UNSW Sydney offer one week after the release of your UNSW Diploma results, please contact UNSW Admissions directly via https://www.enquiry.unsw.edu.au/

Question 30

What if I have more questions?

Accepted Answer

If you already have a Student ID, please email admissions@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au including your Student ID. If you have NOT submitted a UNSW Diploma application, please email: enquiries@unswglobal.unsw.edu.au.

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