Discover your pathway to success
Discover your direct pathway to UNSW - a world class University.
Why study at UNSW Global?
If you do not meet the entry requirements for UNSW, you can choose from multiple pathway options that will help you get into a bachelors degree at UNSW Sydney - one of the world’s top 50 universities.
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Top 50 WorldwideWe are ranked 44th overallQS World University Rankings, 2021
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Most Employable Graduates1st in Sydney & NSW for Employer ReputationQS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2020
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Leading Innovation#1 Australian uni attended by start-up foundersStartup Muster 2018
What is a pathway?
Pathway programs are tailored for international students and prepare you for success at University.† UNSW Global pathways^ include Foundation Studies Programs, Diploma Programs and English Language Courses. These programs and courses are designed to give you the academic knowledge and English language skills needed to meet the entry requirements to a university degree, while making your transition into UNSW Sydney as smooth as possible.
Who is it for?
Students who want to study a bachelors degree but have missed out on direct entry because they haven’t finished high school, their qualifications are not recognised, they have not met the entry criteria, or they need some additional English tuition.
Progression to UNSW
When you successfully complete your pathway program, and meet the grade point average (GPA) and English language requirements, you will gain entry to your chosen UNSW bachelors degree. If you are studying Foundation Studies and do not meet the GPA required to enter first year, you may have the option to complete a Diploma Program before progressing to second year at UNSW.
"I really like the learning environment here at UNSW Global and how teachers support a variety of different ways of learning."
Foundation Studies Programs
UNSW Foundation Studies Program can help you meet the academic and English entry requirements for a bachelors degree at UNSW Sydney.
The program is for you, if you:
- Have completed at least 11 years of schooling or finished high school.
- Just missed out on entry to a UNSW Sydney degree or Diploma Program.
- Want to study at UNSW.
Diploma Programs
A UNSW Diploma is the perfect transition to university life in Australia. It’s ideal for international students who need extra support, including those who missed out on direct entry into their preferred bachelors degree, or hold qualifications that aren’t recognised by UNSW Sydney.
A UNSW Diploma makes it easy to adjust to the second year of your undergraduate degree:
- Smaller classes and at least 20% extra teaching time.
- Additional English and academic skill support.
- Course material equivalent to first year courses within the UNSW Sydney degree.
- Access to the same facilities and resources as undergraduate students.
English Language Courses
UNSW Foundation Studies Program can help you meet the academic and English entry requirements for a bachelors degree at UNSW Sydney.
The program is for you, if you:
- Have completed at least 11 years of schooling or finished high school.
- Just missed out on entry to a UNSW Sydney degree or Diploma Program.
- Want to study at UNSW.
† Students who become Australian permanent residents or Australian citizens during a Diploma Program will be subject to additional competitive processes for entry to a UNSW Sydney degree program.
^ UNSW Global Pty Limited (ABN 62 086 418 582) delivers UNSW Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs on behalf of UNSW Sydney under UNSW CRICOS Provider Code 00098G.
* An English pathway may be required prior to commencing your program.
On completion of a Foundation Studies Program, if the GPA requirements are not met, students may be eligible to study a Diploma Program and then progress to second year of their chosen UNSW degree
UNSW Global Pty Limited (ABN 62 086 418 582) is a not-for-profit provider of education and assessment services and a wholly owned subsidiary of UNSW Sydney. UNSW Global delivers English language programs under its CRICOS Provider Code 01020K | UNSW Global delivers Diploma and Foundation Studies programs under UNSW Sydney’s CRICOS Provider Code 00098G | Copyright © 2020 UNSW Global Pty Limited.