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Top 20 Worldwide

UNSW is ranked #20 university in the world

QS World University Rankings, 2024–2026

#1 in Australia

for Engineering and Technology

QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026

Top Engineering Schools

7 UNSW Engineering schools are ranked in global top 50

QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026

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humanity with UNSW Engineering

Challenge what’s possible. See the sustainable impact. From day one as a student in our faculty, you’ll test your skills as an engineer in the classroom and through hands-on experience with industry partners. Join us to aim high, think big and build a smarter world for all.

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School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering celebrates 2025 Award Winners

May 04, 2026

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Think online ads are harmless? They could be revealing your private life

New research shows that AI can decode streams of online advertising to infer sensitive personal traits quickly, cheaply, and without accessing your data.

May 04, 2026

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A good yawn might do more than you think, say researchers

A new imaging study from UNSW Sydney suggests yawning may help move waste fluid out of the brain, prompting further research into links with ageing and neurodegenerative disease.

Apr 29, 2026

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UNSW marks 10 years of landmark Torch partnership

The University’s Torch Innovation Precinct has attracted $140 million in research partnerships and hundreds of projects, and remains the only model of its kind outside China.

Apr 28, 2026

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Our degrees

Undergraduate

Choose from a variety of undergraduate specialisations. Your career opportunities will be enhanced through our strong industry partnerships, industrial training program, real-world knowledge.

Postgraduate

Continue your study with our range of postgraduate specialisations, suitable for building a career in both Australia and overseas.

Postgraduate research

Take advantage of our top-level facilities to contribute new and significant knowledge within your chosen discipline. We offer the the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and the Master of Philosophy (MPhil).

Research & impact

Our research

At UNSW Engineering, we hold the quality of our research to the highest academic standards addressing the global challenges facing society and delivering positive, real-world impact. Our researchers are part of strong, interdisciplinary teams driving creativity, innovation and industry transformation.

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Research centres & institutes

Our world class research centres and institutes are developing strategies and technologies to help us overcome some of the key challenges facing society today. Explore our diverse research themes and see how our research is transforming the future, locally and internationally.

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Research grants & funding

We are proud of our reputation as a leading research faculty. Our outstanding track-record of Australian Research Council (ARC) grants, as well as our funding from state and federal government bodies ensures our research makes an impact. We continue to grow and strengthen our reputation throughout Australia and the world.