Academic English programs
Improve your English skills before you start university, with our Academic English Programs. They help you communicate effectively, get familiar with expectations at university, succeed in your studies and reach your goals. We have a range of programs to choose from, based on your individual needs and the study path you want to take. They can also be packaged with our Diploma and Foundation Studies Programs, and UNSW degrees.
Foundation Studies Program
A UNSW Foundation Studies Program is your supportive pathway to the First Year of any UNSW degree. The Standard Program goes for nine months, which is a faster pace than other Foundation programs we offer. Our programs are designed to suit your academic and English skills and prepare you for studying at university, with specific streams that align with your degree. We support you with personalised learning, small classes and social activities to help build your future at UNSW.
Diploma in Business
Progress to second year at UNSW Sydney This 12-month program is your first step to a career in business, where you’ll learn the same fundamental principles as students in the first-year degree program. Once you’re finished, you’ll be ready for Second Year of the Bachelor of Commerce at UNSW Sydney. Choose from 12 majors including Accounting, Finance and Information Systems.
Diploma in Science
Progress to Second Year at UNSW Sydney This 12-month program is your first step to a career in science, where you’ll learn the same fundamental principles as students in the First Year degree program. Once you have finished, you will launch straight into Second Year of a Bachelor of Science, with more than 15 majors to choose from.
Diploma in Engineering
Progress to Second Year at UNSW Sydney This 12-month program is your first step to a career in engineering, where you’ll learn the same fundamental principles as students in the First Year degree program. Once you’re finished, you will launch straight into Second Year of a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), in Australia’s top ranked Faculty of Engineering at UNSW Sydney.
Diploma in Architecture
Progress to second year at UNSW Sydney This 12-month program is your first step to a career in architecture, where you’ll learn the same fundamental principles as students in the First Year degree program. Once you’re finished, you will launch straight into one of three bachelor's degree programs within UNSW Sydney’s Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture: Bachelor of Architectural Studies Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours)
Diploma in Media and Communication
Progress to second year at UNSW Sydney This 12-month program is your first step to a career in media, where you’ll learn the same fundamental principles as students in the First Year degree program. Once you’re finished, you’ll be ready for Second Year of one of these UNSW Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture bachelor's degree programs: Media (Communication and Journalism) Media (Public Relations and Advertising) Media (Screen and Sound Production)
Diploma in Computer Science
Progress to Second Year at UNSW Sydney This 12-month program is your first step to a career in computer science, where you’ll learn the same fundamental principles as students in the First Year degree program. Once you’re finished, you will launch straight into Second Year of a Bachelor of Science (Computer Science), in UNSW Sydney’s top ranked Faculty of Engineering.
Pre-Masters (Engineering)
Study at the #1 ranked Engineering school in Australia. This program is developed to help you develop the key skills necessary to conduct effective academic research, improve overall literacy skills, and learn the fundamentals of innovation, entrepreneurship, engineering, and project management.
Pre-Masters (Information Technology)
xpand your career opportunities. This program allows you to focus on core subjects and topics relevant to the field of Information Technology, ensuring a seamless transition to postgraduate studies at UNSW Sydney. On successful completion, you will progress to a master’s degree at the UNSW School of Computer Science and Engineering
