Admission pathways for international students

If you're unable to meet the academic requirements for your chosen degree, a pathway program could help you on your journey to study with us.

University pathway programs help you gain the academic knowledge and English language skills needed to meet the entry requirements so you progress to UNSW Sydney with confidence.

Gain entry to UNSW with UNSW College

Choose a pathway program that leads directly to UNSW.

UNSW College is wholly owned by UNSW Sydney offering world-leading university pathway programs at the UNSW Sydney campus and international campuses.

• Around 87% of UNSW Diploma students progress to Second Year at UNSW
• Over 85% of students from our Foundation Studies Programs progress to study a degree.

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

• English language tests and university English courses
• Prior study in the medium of English
• Other qualifications

UNSW College offers courses and programs designed to help you reach the English language level required for entry into your chosen degree. Different options are available depending on your current English language level. Learn more.