University of New South Wales

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   The short answer

   The University of New South Wales is a public research university in Sydney, New South Wales. It suits students who want a large Australian university with a strong international mix and a broad research setting.

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   What you can study

   The university is a public research university, so it is set up for research-led study rather than a narrow specialist role. Specific subject areas and programmes are not published here, so confirm the current course catalogue on the official website before applying.

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   Getting in

   International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the entry requirements for their chosen programme before they submit anything. They also need to confirm academic prerequisites, document requirements, deadlines, and any English-language requirement directly with the admissions office or on the official website.

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   What it costs

   Tuition is published at AUD 41,500 to AUD 56,000. Living costs in Sydney are separate and should be budgeted for independently; confirm the latest course fee and any additional charges with the admissions office.

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   Coming from abroad

   UNSW is in Sydney and has 24,000 international students, so it is already set up for a large overseas student community. Before applying, check the language of instruction for the programme, visa requirements, tuition, and the documents needed for your country.

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   How it compares

   There are 59 universities in Australia, and UNSW sits among the higher-profile options by published global ranking. Its scale, public research focus, and large international student body make it a strong choice for applicants who want a major city university with an established international presence.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.