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2020 MORE THAN KNOWLEDGE UNDERGRADUATE GUIDE
YellowBox
A student start-up
Business School students Vanessa Zhao, Ho
Jun Tang, Ben Delaney and Adrian Brossard
used their degrees – and assistance from the
UNSW Founders program – to help set up a
prize-winning tech company.
The students came together to co-found
YellowBox, a start-up which specialises
in short-term self-storage using bluetooth
technology. The innovative idea earned them
$5,000 as runners-up in the prestigious Peter
Farrell Cup in 2018.
“The courses at UNSW have deepened my
understanding of business and everyone at
the university was very welcoming right from
the beginning” says Vanessa.
The Founders program provided start-up
resources, ideation training and presentation
advice, as well as hot-desking office space
Welcome to UNSW 02
in the Michael Crouch Innovation Centre.
Living on Campus 10
Scholarships 14
“The UNSW Founders UNSW Co-op Program 16
How to Apply
program coached us
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Adjustment Factors 20
through the whole start-up Alternative Entry 22
process and it’s given us Undergraduate Degrees 24
a lot more direction and Art & Design 24
allowed us to focus on Arts & Social Sciences 25
goals and tasks.” Built Environment 28
Business School 29
Engineering 31
Law 36
VANESSA ZHAO
Medicine 37
Bachelor of Commerce
Science 38
UNSW Canberra 42
To find out more about the UNSW Founders
International Student Admissions 46
program visit founders.unsw.edu.au. L - R: Ben Delaney, Vanessa Zhao, Ho Jun Tang and Adrian Brossard.
No matter what you’re considering,
one thing’s for certain…
UNSW can get
you where you
want to go
Our extensive range of Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
units enable you to gain first-hand industry experience
and enhance your employability as you gain credit
towards your degree. Apply your knowledge to real-
world problems and build valuable industry connections
as you undertake internships and placements with
our diverse industry partners or arranged through the
resources and guidance of the UNSW Careers and
Employment office.
TOP 50 UNIVERSITY 5 STARS NO. 1 DESTINATION With UNSW3+, our academic teaching calendar of
We are ranked 45th UNSW has again been awarded IN NSW/ACT
three 10-week teaching terms and an optional intensive
overall in the world. the maximum QS Five Star Plus UNSW received the most
Summer Term, you’ll have the flexibility and time to
QS World University rating in the teaching, research, UAC first preferences from
Rankings, 2019 employability, facilities and prospective students in both pursue these professional development opportunities
innovation categories. 2018 and 2019. throughout your studies while experiencing everything
QS Stars University Ratings, 2019 our student experience has to offer.
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You're in the heart
of the action
From exhibiting in our galleries to studying
in our sustainably designed Tyree Energy
Technologies Building or catching a live
music gig at the Roundhouse – our world
class facilities are designed to enhance
your experience.
UNSW Kensington Campus
The Kensington Campus is a welcoming community of like-minded
people in the heart of one of the greatest cities on earth. Home to over
52,000 students, our cutting-edge teaching and research facilities
are surrounded by lively cafes, restaurants, student spaces, support
services, and sporting and entertainment venues. Just minutes away
from the city and with a new light rail connection underway, this vibrant
campus is the ideal location to nurture your future.
UNSW Art & Design
Our Art & Design faculty is situated on a purpose-built campus
in Paddington. Centered in Sydney’s largest cluster of cultural
institutions and creative businesses, the campus hosts a busy program
of exhibitions and events. Plus, it’s walking distance to the city centre
and just five kilometres from our Kensington Campus. With studios,
production labs and workshops that are among the best equipped in
the world, students have everything they need to realise their
creative potential.
UNSW Canberra at ADFA
UNSW Canberra is located at the Australian Defence Force Academy
(ADFA), minutes from Canberra’s Civic Centre and the Parliamentary
Triangle. Students have access to outstanding industry networks and
custom-built facilities, and benefit from the best university student-to-
teacher ratio in Australia. The campus provides programs across a
range of disciplines to those enrolled in ADFA programs, non-defence
students and students supported by the Defence Civilian Undergraduate
Sponsorship (DCUS) scheme.
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Iceland
Russia
Ireland
Canada UK
Europe
Austria, Belgium,
USA Croatia, Denmark,
France, Germany,
Greece, Italy, Japan
Republic of Korea
Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland
Pakistan
Hong Kong Taiwan
Mexico
India
Thailand
Vietnam
Singapore Malaysia
Indonesia
Brazil
South Africa
Chile
New Zealand
Argentina
Explore the world with
The chance to study abroad as part giving you a competitive edge in the Who is eligible?
of your UNSW degree is an exciting international workforce – not to mention All UNSW students are encouraged to
opportunity that will not only enhance it looks great on your résumé! apply and there are even scholarships
your UNSW experience but will greatly
Australia’s Global University
to help you on your way. Students
benefit your career prospects. You get
to travel, meet new people, study in a
Where will you go? can go on programs as brief as a
UNSW offers many opportunities 2-week study tour or as long as a year
different country and experience a new of exchange. One of the benefits of
around the world including more than
culture. With so many different ways to the UNSW academic calendar is the
300 exchange partners in 35 countries.
incorporate a learning abroad experience flexibility to choose a program that is
Studying on exchange, short programs or
into your degree, you really can go global right for you! Credit is available for many
interning in Asia, North America, Europe
Going on exchange shouldn’t be a question of if, but when. with UNSW. Pack your bags and a can-
or South America at one of the world’s of our overseas programs. If you enrol
do attitude, and all that’s left is to decide in some degrees, such as a Bachelor
top universities or companies, may take
when to go and where. of International Studies, one year on
you out of your comfort zone. However,
the challenges will enable you to develop exchange is built into your degree.
Broaden your horizons greater self-awareness and cross- For more information, visit
Learning abroad is an incredibly cultural competencies, establish global unsw.edu.au/exchange.
enriching experience, both personally professional networks and make lasting
and professionally. It allows you insights international friendships.
into a new culture and community while
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Uni your way
Do uni your way by joining our student organisation Arc.
With more than 300 clubs and societies, sport for every level,
endless events, plenty of volunteering opportunities and heaps
more, we make sure that you have the best possible student
experience while studying at UNSW.
Clubs & societies Volunteering
UNSW boasts more than 300 unique clubs and societies that You can make a real difference to the UNSW local or global
cater to every interest and hobby you can possibly imagine. community through Arc’s volunteering opportunities. Whether
Clubs are a great way to meet new people who share your you’re keen to lend a hand or your skills, we’ve got 30 different
quirks and passions. And if you can’t find what you’re looking programs to suit every level of expertise. The personal and
for, you can start your own club! professional development you’ll get is an added bonus and
you can travel abroad to make a real difference.
arc.unsw.edu.au/clubs
arc.unsw.edu.au/volunteering
Events
Arc promises to excite and delight you all day, every day. You Wellness
can soak up the sunshine at Welcome Back Day, Artsweek Between classes, clubs, sport and social activities, university
and Foundation Day. By night, you can tear up the dance can become a lot to handle. That’s where Arc Wellness comes
floor at a legendary session party or take on trivia. There’s in, helping teach you to take care of yourself so that you can
always a great excuse to devour free ice cream, enjoy the take care of the rest of the stuff going on in your life.
outdoor cinema or relax during Stress Less Week. The freshly
Look out for Arc Wellness pop-ups around campus, from chill-
renovated Roundhouse meeting space and events venue has
out zones, yoga classes and exam preparation workshops
reopened its doors – the home of student life is back bigger
to puppy rooms and massages. We’re here to help you get
and better than ever.
through the day.
arc.unsw.edu.au/roundhouse
arc.unsw.edu.au/wellness
Sport O-Week
Arc Sport supports more than 30 sports clubs, each catering
O-Week is Arc’s unforgettable way of celebrating the start
to every level of athletic prowess. Rugby Club? Check.
of university life. Led by the effervescent Yellow Shirts
Underwater Club? Check. Underwater Rugby Club? Check!
volunteers, there are campus tours, heaps of activities and
There are also our intervarsity teams which compete annually
seemingly limitless freebies. You can get a taste of every club,
for UNSW glory at a national level. If you’re looking for Arc makes sure that student life at UNSW is
check out volunteering opportunities or just hang out and
something low-key, there’s Social Sport every afternoon on always a blast. Visit the Arc website at
meet your great new squad. Don’t miss out!
campus, where the emphasis is on fun and friends. arc.unsw.edu.au to check out what’s on.
arc.unsw.edu.au/o-week
arc.unsw.edu.au/sport
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Find your place at UNSW
Living on campus is about community, convenience and comfort... Living on campus compared to living off campus
it’s also about choice. UNSW owned and/or affiliated Independent
UNSW Apartment UNSW College Share house One bedroom
Set-up costs $0 $0 $3,000 $3,700
Bond, furniture, utility
As you leave your home behind to embrace your next stage Get in the spirit connections etc
in life at UNSW, choosing what kind of accommodation to live
Social, sporting, cultural and charitable activities are on all year
in is a big decision. Whether you are deciding if college or Accommodation $390* $445* $250 to $350 $470 to $650
round, bringing people of different backgrounds together and
apartment life is for you, or you are wondering whether to live per week
providing the basis of significant, lifelong friendships.
on campus or off campus, at UNSW we have accommodation
Internet $0 $0 $20 to $55 $20 to $55
options that suit all living styles.
We offer a variety of rooms and apartments, ranging from fully or
Room for more Gas and electricity $0 $0 $35 to $140 $35 to $140
partly catered colleges, that have a closer community feel, to the Students can choose from single or shared rooms and Food (groceries and $80 to $280 $10 to $50 $80 to $280 $80 to $280
more autonomous self-catered apartments, that are located on (or apartments; fully, partially or self-catered; and there are also eating out)
very close to) the UNSW campus. UNSW offers accommodation off-campus accommodation options.
Transport to university $0 $0 $40 $40
for more than 4,200 students through residential colleges or
Weekly total $470 to $670 $455 to $495 $425 to $865 $645 to $1,165
apartments owned and managed by UNSW or through affiliated
colleges and apartments on campus. Total annual cost $24,440 to $34,840* $20,020 to $21,780* $22,100 to $44,980 $33,540 to $60,580
Across all the accommodation options the student culture 52 weeks 44 weeks 52 weeks 52 weeks
thrives, creating a welcoming, supportive and safe environment.
Living costs are indicative only and will vary based on the location, number of people you live with and the condition of the housing.
Each of the colleges at UNSW offers a unique setting. You’ll be
immersed in a truly inclusive and supportive environment that For more information, visit student.unsw.edu.au/approximate-weekly-costs and studyinaustralia.gov.au/global/live-in-australia/living-costs.
fosters academic excellence and community participation. *Costs will vary depending on the type of accommodation and catering offered.
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UNSW Colleges Affiliated Colleges on campus
The Kensington Colleges UNSW Hall UNSW has lots of great affiliate college options right here on New College Village
Choosing to live at the Kensington Colleges is choosing to be Enjoy the benefits of having breakfast and dinner catered and campus! Each College comes with its own thriving community New College Village is independent living in a college
part of the rich history and tradition of UNSW. Made up of three the freedom to experience lunch in one of the many cafés on and is a melting pot of cultures: environment, that is a safe, friendly, caring community where
vibrant communities, Basser, Philip Baxter and Goldstein, as campus. For the next few years UNSW Hall will operate out of a 315 postgraduate and undergraduate students from many
a resident you’ll find a strong sense of community, academic nearby on-campus residential facility, while continuing its proud Creston College countries experience a sense of belonging at UNSW.
and pastoral support. Find life long friends at the various inter- history of providing a strong community for students. A catered college offering a supportive and close-knit
college competitions and events. community to 25 undergraduate and postgraduate women Shalom College
Colombo House of all denominations and nationalities, providing opportunities Shalom College is a small and friendly community accepting
Fig Tree Hall A hybrid option giving you the independence and freedom to for students to participate in academic, cultural, social, students of all faiths and backgrounds. It enjoys a diverse
One of the most diverse colleges on campus, Fig Tree Hall has cook your own meals and organise your own room-cleaning to spiritual and sporting activities. and inclusive community of residents who value academic
students from across the world living on its premises. Fig Tree suit your needs, while still being a part of a strong community achievement and participation in both college and
prides itself on being a multi-cultural and inclusive community, with lots of events and activities throughout the year. New College university life.
with dietary needs such as vegetarian and halal catered to. The New College is a friendly and supportive community with an
college offers en suite rooms as well as gender-segregated International House outstanding academic profile. With 247 young men and women Warrane College
floors and an alcohol-free environment. With a balance of postgraduate and senior undergraduate residents, New College offers a vibrant social, sporting and Warrane College has been a home away from home for
students, International House is home to 166 co-educational academic culture. thousands of male students since 1970. In the tradition of
residents. It provides an ideal atmosphere for students seeking Oxbridge Colleges, Warrane supports the pursuit of academic
a quiet and mature environment. excellence and all-round personal development within a
community of university students, teachers and researchers.
UNSW Apartments Affiliated Apartments on campus
Barker Street Apartments Mulwarree Apartments UniLodge @ UNSW UNSW Village
Located on campus overlooking the lush Village Green, most Located next to UNSW Randwick Campus and Randwick UniLodge is a 10-minute walk from UNSW and is designed to UNSW Village is managed by global student accommodation
apartments are five-bedroom shared living, but there are also Racecourse (approximately 1.5 kilometres from UNSW), provide a secure and comfortable living environment for UNSW specialists Campus Living Villages and offers an ideal balance
options for couples and families as well as accessible rooms. Mulwarree is the perfect fit for students keen to live close to Foundation Year students, UNSW undergraduates (under/over between living on campus in a student community and
campus but not right next to the lecture block! 18) and associated UNSW Institution students. independent living. Academic support, pastoral care and a
High Street Apartments wide range of activities and events are an essential part of life
Located across the road from UNSW, the High Street University Terraces at the Village.
Apartments strike the perfect balance for students with Stylish, affordable and modern, the Terraces are an
commitments outside of study. Preference is generally independent, self-sufficient style of living. Located on campus
given to couples and families with children. in the heart of UNSW, with bars, cafés and a supermarket right
at your doorstep. For a general overview visit housing.unsw.edu.au
and for full details on UNSW owned and operated
accommodation visit accommodation.unsw.edu.au.
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Get started on your application early so you are
ready to submit on time. Search, register and
apply online at scholarships.unsw.edu.au
Get all your scholarship questions answered at
our information evenings – see 'What's on' at the
end of this guide.
Scholarships
Every year we provide thousands
of scholarships to help students
reach their educational goals.
Step 1
Let us support you! Search
UNSW scholarships provide financial support for full-time Visit scholarships.unsw.edu.au and search
study so you can make the most of your time as a student for scholarships by category. Click on each
here. Along with short-term awards, grants and other forms scholarship program for more information and
of student support, we can help you realise your dreams of application instructions.
studying with us.
Step 2
Equity scholarships
Register
An equity scholarship may assist you if you are experiencing
Register your details online. Don’t forget, if you
financial or other educational disadvantage relating to the
are a high school student you will need your UAC
costs of tertiary study, and it can help you reach your academic
number and a non-school email address.
potential. There are also scholarship programs available for
rural and Indigenous students, and to assist with the cost
of on-campus accommodation. Equity scholarships will Step 3
usually require an application via the Universities Admissions
Centre (UAC). Apply
Complete all the questions and upload your
Merit scholarships supporting documents. You can apply for most
scholarships with just the one application.
Merit scholarships recognise students who demonstrate
exceptional academic achievements or other outstanding
qualities such as elite sporting ability or leadership potential. Step 4
Scholarships are also available to travel overseas on an
exchange program, pursue Honours or undertake research Submit
projects that may help you succeed in your chosen field. Most Submit online by the due date. Don’t forget to
Merit scholarships require an application online and some are check the website frequently for application
awarded automatically based on Year 12 results. deadlines and updates.
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UNSW
Co-op Program
As the foremost career development scholarship in Australia,
the UNSW Co-op Program offers high-achieving high school
leavers leadership and professional development training,
networking opportunities, mentoring, and financial support
of $18,200 per year, guaranteed for four years*.
Australia’s leading companies take part in the program to
recruit high-potential graduates. The Co-op Program is
offered across selected degrees in Business, Engineering and
Science. Scholarship candidates are selected on the basis of
their academic ability, but also on their communication skills,
leadership potential and commitment to the four-year program.
*Some Engineering and Science Co-op Programs are 5 years. Scholars
in these streams may apply for a potential 5th year scholarship.
Why Co-op?
1. Connects you with more than 3,000 Co-op alumni.
2. Helps you forge life-changing personal and
professional connections.
3. Recruits Australia’s best and brightest.
4. Awards over $6.5 million in scholarships every year ($18,200
per scholar).
5. Partners with more than 150 leading Australian companies.
6. Combines academic excellence with real industry
experience.
7. Supports global opportunities for you to represent Australia
on the world stage.
8. Produces professionals, not just graduates.
9. Launches great careers!
We are looking for Co-op scholars who:
• Are active in their school and/or community
• Show initiative and leadership
• Make a significant contribution to their school or community
• Communicate well
• Enjoy working with other people
• Want to be active within the university and Co-op community
• Have a genuine interest in a career in industry or a
government enterprise in their chosen program
• Are ambitious and keen to contribute
• Care about what is happening in the community, the country
and the world at large.
If this sounds like you, and you are an Australian or New
Zealand citizen or permanent resident, we strongly encourage
you to apply.
Applications close on Monday, 30 September 2019. For more
information, visit coop.unsw.edu.au.
16 17How to apply Your application
Admission to UNSW is based on academic merit. For most Australian Year 12 Quick steps to studying at UNSW
students this is judged according to your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank
(ATAR) – a ranking system that provides an overall measure of academic
achievement in relation to other students. Step 1
Head Online
All domestic applications for undergraduate study are
Domestic Students Bridging courses Additional Guaranteed Entry made via UAC. Head online and read the ‘Applying FAQ’
pages to ensure you fully understand the process before
Domestic students include: UNSW runs bridging courses in selection criteria Guaranteed Entry (GE) provides clarity by
you get started.
• Australian citizens chemistry, maths and physics in publishing a GE Selection Rank that assures
• Australian permanent residents Some degrees at UNSW require steps in
late January each year. Don’t forget, your entry to UNSW in a particular degree.
• Australian permanent humanitarian you don’t have to complete these at
addition to your UAC application. These
When considering your application for GE, we Step 2
visa holders may be:
UNSW. You can complete bridging look at your ATAR plus any eligible adjustment
• New Zealand citizens courses at other universities and some
• Tests (UCAT, LAT)
factors. You can find the GE Selection Rank for Check your Dates
• An audition (Music)
TAFE institutions. each degree in the following pages or you can Double-check all UAC key dates, including on-
• An extra application to UNSW (Aviation,
Accepted qualifications Visit unsw.edu.au/bridging for Co-op, Medicine or UNSW Canberra
check online at unsw.edu.au/degrees. Don’t time application closing dates, at uac.edu.au. Late
forget, if you don’t get GE for your degree of applications may be accepted but will incur a higher
• NSW HSC and interstate Year 12 more information. at ADFA).
choice, it doesn’t mean you’re not going to processing fee, so it’s best to get in early.
• International Baccalaureate
Visit unsw.edu.au/degrees to find out receive an offer. It means you may need to wait
• GCE A-Levels
whether your degree has any additional for a subsequent UAC round to see if you have Step 3
• NZ NCEA Level 3
selection criteria. a place in that degree.
Check futurestudents.unsw.edu.au
For more information see unsw.edu.au/ge. Apply
for a list of other commonly accepted
Lodge your application online at uac.edu.au/
overseas qualifications.
Deferring undergraduate/apply. You can nominate up to five degrees
you’d like to study in order of your preference. Don’t
Assumed knowledge If you want to take a year off to work or see the forget to lodge your other important applications – for
world, you can apply to accept and defer your example, those for accommodation, scholarships and
At UNSW, we don’t have formal subject
studies* until the following year. However, we adjustment factors.
prerequisites for any of our degrees, we
will only hold your place provided you don’t
have what’s called ‘assumed knowledge’.
enrol at another university or study at an AQF
If you haven’t studied the assumed Step 4
Diploma level or higher during that time.
knowledge subjects, it won’t stop us from
making you an offer for a degree if you *The following degrees cannot be deferred: UNSW Accept your offer
Co-op and Defence funded offers at UNSW Canberra.
are eligible, but you may find yourself
The majority of offers will be made in the UAC December
behind in your first year. We strongly
Round 2 and January Round 1 releases. UNSW will
recommend bridging courses if you don’t
contact you via email with instructions on how to accept
have the assumed knowledge for your
and enrol. We look forward to seeing you on campus soon.
degree of interest.
You can find the assumed knowledge for
each degree in the following pages or
online at unsw.edu.au/degrees.
18 19Adjustment factors
UNSW offers a variety of adjustment factors to prospective students.
A maximum of 10 points may be used to assist with entry to our degrees.
HSC Plus Elite Athletes, Performers and
HSC Plus rewards students who perform well in Year 12 Leaders program
subjects that are relevant to their preferred UNSW degree.
Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL) recognises
You may be awarded up to five points.
achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership
To be eligible you must: and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to
• Be a domestic student (that is, an Australian citizen, five points.
Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent
To be eligible you must:
humanitarian visa holder or a New Zealand citizen)
• Have completed activities in Years 11 and/or 12
• Complete an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of
• Be a domestic student (that is, an Australian citizen,
Education (Year 12) in the two years before admission to
Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent
UNSW and receive an ATAR or equivalent
humanitarian visa holder or a New Zealand citizen)
• Achieve the required performance bands in relevant Year
• Complete an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of
12 subjects.
Education (Year 12) or equivalent in the two years before
• Have not undertaken tertiary study*
admission to UNSW and receive an ATAR or equivalent
* If you have a record of tertiary study, contact Future • Not have completed more than 0.75 of a full-time year or
Students on 1300 864 679 to discuss your eligibility. equivalent of tertiary study.
How do I apply? How do I apply?
No application is required for HSC Plus. If you have the Students must submit an application to UNSW and provide
required subject results for your preferred degree, points supporting documentation by 30 November each year to
will be automatically added to your ATAR (or equivalent) be considered. To see a list of the commonly accepted
to increase your selection rank. achievements, and how many points you may be eligible
for, download the EAPL Guide at unsw.edu.au/eapl.
To see a list of degrees included in the HSC Plus scheme
and how many points you may be eligible for, visit
unsw.edu.au/hscplus.
UNSW Gateway entry
If you experience significant educational disadvantage
during your secondary schooling, your ATAR may not
Educational Access Scheme accurately reflect your ability to achieve at university.
Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language UNSW Gateway entry is available to students who attend
difficulties or attending a particular school can mean identified high schools in metropolitan and regional NSW.
you don’t always get the best possible marks in Years 11 UNSW Gateway boosts your selection rank by 10 points,
and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit helping you gain entry to any degree with a GE rank of
an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) 90.00 or below.
via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10
points towards their chosen UNSW degree. Don’t forget, For more information, visit gateway.unsw.edu.au.
you need to be as specific as possible in your application
about how your circumstances have directly impacted
your study.
For more information, visit uac.edu.au/eas.
20 21Alternative entry
There are a number of ways we can help you get into UNSW. If you’re eligible,
these, combined with your ATAR or equivalent, may assist you in meeting our
entry requirements.
Faculty-specific entry pathways Pathways for domestic students Entry programs for Australian
UNSW Art & Design Portfolio Entry Degree transfer – internally Aboriginal and Torres Strait
If you are expecting an ATAR within 10 points of the lowest
selection rank, UNSW Art & Design invites you to submit a
We understand that you may change your mind about your
chosen degree at UNSW. After one year of study, you can use
Islander People
portfolio of art, design, media or written work to support your our Internal Program Transfer (IPT) to move into your dream The UNSW Indigenous Preparatory Programs and UNSW
application. While some students are admitted based on their degree – we will only look at your first-year uni marks and not Indigenous Admission Scheme have been developed to
academic performance alone, submitting a portfolio can boost your ATAR. IPT can also be a useful pathway if you don’t meet provide a pathway for Australian Aboriginal and Torres
your chances of an offer. the entry requirement for a degree – start in a similar degree Strait Islander people to gain entry into an undergraduate
with a lower selection rank entry requirement, study for one year degree at UNSW. Both programs have been designed
For more information, visit to assess your commitment and motivation towards your
and use IPT to apply to transfer into your dream degree.
artdesign.unsw.edu.au/portfolio-entry. studies and your ability to participate academically in your
For more information, visit unsw.edu.au/ipt. selected discipline.
UNSW Built Environment Alternative
For more information, visit
Admission Scheme TAFE or uni study
nuragili.unsw.edu.au/futurestudents.
UNSW Built Environment recognises that your ATAR (or To have your prior university studies considered for admission,
equivalent) may not reflect your potential in creative thinking you must complete at least one year of full-time study (minimum
and making. The Alternative Admission Scheme gives you the 0.75 full time equivalent load) within one degree at university*. Enabling programs for Australian Aboriginal
opportunity to submit a portfolio of your work to support If you have studied at TAFE and completed a graded, Australian and Torres Strait Islander People
your ATAR. Qualifications Framework (AQF) Diploma, Advanced Diploma, The Humanities Pathway Program is a one-year program
or in some cases a Certificate IV, you can be considered for that provides a pathway into academic study in Arts, Social
For more information, visit admission to UNSW. You will be assessed on the grades you Sciences and Law for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait
be.unsw.edu.au/alternative-admission. received in that qualification. Islander students who may need to gain further knowledge
in their selected discipline or better prepare themselves
In both cases you will need to submit your application through
Faculty of Engineering Admissions for university.
the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
Scheme (FEAS) For more information, visit
If you are passionate about all things engineering and you are For more information, phone us on 1300 UNI NSW (1300 864
nuragili.unsw.edu.au/unswenablingprograms.
anticipating an ATAR (or equivalent) between 83.00 and 92.95, 679) or visit futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/ask-question.
then the Faculty of Engineering Admissions Scheme (FEAS) *This information applies to domestic students studying at a recognised
is for you! You will need to submit a personal statement along Australian Higher Education institution
with your school report and a short video demonstrating how
and why you are suited to engineering studies. UNSW Prep Program
For more information, visit eng.unsw.edu.au/feas. If things don’t quite go to plan in Years 11 and 12 and you are
eligible for the Educational Access Scheme, we have the UNSW
Prep Program, which is a one-year pathway to a UNSW degree.
Bachelor of Information Systems Admission
Scheme (BISAS) For more information, visit unsw.edu.au/unswprep17-19.
You may be interested in the Bachelor of Information Systems
Admission Scheme (BISAS) if you are anticipating an ATAR University Preparation Program (UPP)
(or equivalent) between 80.00 and 89.95. You will also need to The UNSW University Preparation Program (UPP) is open
complete a questionnaire and attend an interview. to adults aged 20 or older who do not satisfy the entry
requirements for admission to study an undergraduate degree
For more information, visit business.unsw.edu.au/bisas.
at UNSW and do not have an assessable tertiary qualification.
By completing the UPP, you can build your academic skills by
studying part-time in your area of interest. The UPP is available
across four streams: Business, Engineering, Humanities and
Science. Once completed, you can use your results to apply
for a place in a degree at UNSW.
For more information, visit unsw.edu.au/upp.
22 23ART & DESIGN * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank
2019 2020
Lowest 2019 2019 IB GE No. of Assumed Art Design double degrees
Degree Studio specialisations ATAR^ LSR* Diploma # rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities Degree 2019 Lowest ATAR^ 2019 LSR* 2019 IB Diploma # 2020 GE rank¹ No. of years
Art Theory 2
Local and Global Art, 82.65 80.00 29 80.00 3F + None Arts and cultural management, policymaking Art Theory/Arts 74.75 80.00 29 80.00 4F
Art and Embodiment, 1 year and administration, galleries, libraries,
Art and Institutions, Honours archives and museums, creative direction, Art Theory/Social Research & PolicyARTS SOCIAL SCIENCES * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank ARTS SOCIAL SCIENCES * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank
2019 2020 No. 2019 2020 No.
Lowest 2019 2019 IB GE of Assumed Lowest 2019 2019 IB GE of Assumed
Degree Majors available ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities Degree Majors available ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities
International Majors 83.10 90.00 33 90.00 4F None International business, government Politics, Economics, Philosophy, Politics 86.45 94.00 36 96.00 3F None Government agencies (including foreign
Studies International Studies, Language agencies (including foreign affairs), Philosophy & and International Relations affairs), political parties and lobby
Study investment banks and other financial Economics groups, public service, NGOs and Social
institutions, United Nations agencies, activist organisations.
Language Studies journalism and media, tourism and Can be combined with:
Your choice of language stream: trade, humanitarian aid and human Law
Chinese, French, German, Greek, rights organisations and international
Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, development agencies. Social Research Development Studies, Economics 75.15 80.00 29 80.00 3F None Graduates are highly successful in
Korean, Spanish & Policy (Business), Environmental gaining diverse employment in the public,
Can be combined with: Humanities, Human Resource community and private sectors in areas
International Studies core Law, Media (Communication & Management (Business), such as community development, health,
Journalism), Media (PR & Advertising), Indigenous Studies, International the environment, research and policy
Core courses will provide a
Media (Screen & Sound Production) Business (Business), Marketing analysing, political advising, organisational
grounding in world events,
specialist regional knowledge and (Business), Media, Culture management, marketing and market
career-enhancing electives. and Technology, Politics and research, corporate affairs management
International Relations, Sociology and private consulting.
Overseas Study Program and Anthropology
Can be combined with:
The Overseas Study Program
Advanced Science (Hons), Art Theory,
is a unique way for students to
Law, Science, Social Work (Hons)
experience new cultures, build
new skills and networks, and form
Social Work Social Work 70.40 80.00 29 80.00 4F None Social Workers operate in diverse
lasting friendships
(Hons) areas, including: hospitals, government
departments, welfare agencies, industry/
Media Media, Communication, 77.05 85.00 31 85.00 3F None Journalism, publishing, public relations corporate, community organisations, and
(Communication Journalism and advertising, corporate, organisational as independent consultants.
& Journalism) and public sector communications,
internal communications, media Can be combined with:
relations and social media strategy, Arts, Criminology & Criminal Justice, Law,
digital media, digital marketing, website Social Research & Policy
content management.
Can be combined with:
Arts, International Studies, Law, Music
Arts Social Sciences double degrees
Media Media, Advertising, 76.80 85.00 31 85.00 3F None Public relations, advertising, media
(PR & Public Relations relations and organisational communication 2019 2019
Advertising) in corporate, political and non-profit Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of
organisations, corporate affairs and social Degree ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank¹ years Degree ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank¹ years
media strategy.
Education (Secondary)/ 70.45 80.00 29 80.00 4F Media (Screen & SoundBUILT ENVIRONMENT * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank
2019 2020
Lowest 2019 2019 IB GE No. of Assumed Built Environment double degrees
Degree Study areas ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities Degree 2019 Lowest ATAR^ 2019 LSR* 2019 IB Diploma# 2020 GE rank¹ No. of years
Architectural Design Studio, Communications, 90.00 95.00 37 95.00 3F + None Upon completion of an accredited Architecture (UNSW-Tongji)8 N/A ATAR + portfolio + IB + portfolio + N/A 4F
Studies2 History and Theory, Technology 1 year masters degree, career opportunities interview interview
and Environment, Professional Honours include Consulting Architect in private
Practice, Computer Modelling, option practice, Specialist Architect in areas
Technical Drawing and Model such as heritage, Building Scientist,
Making, Materials, Structure Environmental Consultant, Architect
and Construction in a government department or
large commercial architectural firm,
Designer in multidisciplinary design
practice, Architectural Critic, Academic
and Researcher.
City Planning Planning Theory and 74.80 84.00 30 84.00 4F None City Planner, Strategic Planner, Environmental BUSINESS SCHOOL * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank
(Hons) Methodology, Sociology, (includes Planner, Land use Planner, Urban Policy and
City Economics, Planning practice Research Consultant, Urban Consultant, 2019 2020 No.
Law, Transport Planning, year) Development Assessment Planner. You lowest 2019 2019 IB GE of Assumed
#
Environmental Science, may also become a specialist in planning Degree Majors available ATAR^ LSR* Diploma rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities
Heritage Studies, Urban law if you study City Planning (Honours)
Design, Planning History Law degree. Actuarial Actuarial Studies, Actuarial Risk 93.60 97.50 39 97.50 3F Mathematics Actuarial Analyst, Asset Management
Studies Management and Analytics, Extension 1 Trainee, Credit Analyst, Forecasting
Can be combined with: Quantitative Data Science Analyst, Insurance Analyst, Risk
Law Assessment Officer, Statistical Research
Second major option taken Analyst, Superannuation Advisor,
from UNSW Business School Wealth Management Analyst, Data
Computational Design Studio, Computer 71.00 80.00 29 80.00 3F + None Architectural & Urban Design Specialist, or other faculties:
Design2 Aided Design (CAD), Building 1 year Digital Optimisation Consultant (architecture/ Analyst, Business Consultant and
Modelling, Rendering, Honours engineering firms), Software Solutions Accounting, Business Economics, Investment Banker.
Animation, Multimedia, option Developer, Design/Production Manager Business Law, Business Strategy
Can be combined with:
Information Technology in (construction firms), Smart Cities Consultant and Economic Management,
Advanced Mathematics (Hons),
Design (planning offices & Councils), Urban Data Finance, Financial Economics,
Commerce, Economics, Law, Science
Analyst (business consultancy firms), Human Resource Management,
Design Technology Manager (architecture Information Systems, International
design firms), Digital Fabrication and Business, Management,
Smart Manufacturing Specialist, Animation Marketing, Mathematics, Real
Professional, Gaming Environment Estate Studies, Statistics, Taxation
Developer, Building Information Model
Implementer (BIM). Actuarial See Actuarial Studies 97.50 97.50 + 39 + 97.50 + 4F Mathematics See Actuarial Studies.
Studies Co-op Co-op Co-op Extension 1
Construction Building Construction, 76.05 85.00 31 85.00 3F None Construction Manager, Project Manager, (Co-op)6
Management Property Development, Site Manager, Property Developer, Property
and Property Facilities Management, Valuation, Property and Asset Manager Commerce Study one or two business 87.95 96.00 38 96.00 3F Mathematics Accountant, Auditor, Commercial Manager,
Quantity Surveying, or Analyst, Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, majors chosen from: Economist, Financial Adviser, Human
Construction Technology, Construction Planner, Construction Accounting, Business Resource Consultant, ICT business/
Building Science Materials Consultant, Specialised Legal Advisor, Economics, Business Law, system analyst, International Business
and Structure, Management, Corporate Real Estate Advisor. Business Strategy and Development Manager, Investment Banker,
Economics and Law Economic Management, Management Consultant, Marketing/Brand
Finance, Financial Economics, Manager, Property Business Analyst,
Industrial Design Studio, Computer 72.45 80.00 29 80.00 3F + None Product Designer within a multi-disciplinary Human Resource Management, Recruitment Officer and Tax Adviser.
Design Aided Design (CAD), 3D 1 year design team (architectural and engineering Information Systems, Can be combined with:
(Hons)2 Digital Modelling, Commerce Honours consultancies), Product Designer within the International Business, Actuarial Studies, Advanced Mathematics
and Marketing, Science and option manufacturing sector (consumer and public Management, Marketing, (Hons), Advanced Science (Hons),
Engineering, Materials and access products electrical, transport, scientific, Real Estate Studies, Taxation Arts, Aviation (Management), Design,
Manufacturing medical, retail, furniture, telecommunications), Economics, Education (Secondary),
Digital Multimedia Designer, Product Branding Engineering (Hons), Fine Arts, Information
Marketer, Packaging Designer, Exhibition Systems, Law, Media (PR & Advertising),
Designer, Graphic Designer, Service and Music, Science, Computer Science,
Strategic Designer. Materials Science and Engineering (Hons)
Interior Design Studio, 71.30 80.00 29 80.00 4F None Professional Designer in architecture Commerce Business discipline streams: 93.20 97.00 39 97.00 4F Mathematics Consulting Firms, Government Departments
Architecture Communications, Technology, and design practices, Private Consultant, (International) Refer to Commerce (including Foreign Affairs and Trade),
(Hons)2 Practice, History and Theory, specialising in residential, retail, workplace, Media, Non-Government Organisations,
Computer Modelling, commercial or hospitality, Corporate Interior International Studies Financial Institutions, Accounting Firms and
Technical Drawing and Designer specialising in multi-storey discipline streams: and IT/IS Companies
Model Making, Materials residential, retail, hospitality, medical, hotel Asian Studies, Development
or exhibition design, your own interior Studies, European Studies,
architecture or design practice, project History, International Relations,
management, construction management. Languages (Chinese, French,
German, Japanese, Korean
Landscape Design Studio, Environmental 75.10 80.00 29 80.00 4F None Landscape Architect in private practice, and Spanish), Politics,
Architecture Technology and Practice, Landscape Technical Officer, Project Globalisation Studies
(Hons)2 Ecological Processes, Manager or Strategic Planner in local or
Communication, Plants and state government, Landscape Planning and Commerce Accounting, Finance, Information 93.70 96.00 + 38 + 96.00 + 4F Mathematics See Commerce
Design, History and Theory, Management Specialist, Designer with a (Co-op)6 Systems, Marketing plus a Co-op Co-op Co-op
Landscape Engineering landscape construction company. second major from Commerce
Principles or Languages
28 29BUSINESS SCHOOL * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank ENGINEERING * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank
2019 2020 No. 2019
Lowest 2019 2019 IB GE of Assumed Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Assumed
Degree Majors available ATAR^ LSR* Diploma # rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities Degree Study areas ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities
Aerospace Aerodynamics, Flight 86.55 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics Graduates pursue careers in a number of
Commerce FinanceENGINEERING * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank ENGINEERING * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank
2019 2019
Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Assumed Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Assumed
Degree Study areas ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities Degree Study areas ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities
Computer Embedded Systems, 88.35 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics Computer Engineering graduates work Mechanical and Computer Aided 86.55 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics Graduates work in a variety of
Engineering (Hons) Telecommunications, Extension 1, in a variety of industries including Manufacturing Manufacturing Extension 1, industries such as automotive, defence,
Electronics, System Physics technology manufacturing, research Engineering (Hons) (CAM), Computer Physics aerospace, transport, power generation,
and Control, Advanced laboratories, I.T., digital consulting firms, Aided Design (CAD), insurance, railway systems and
Computing agritech businesses, banking, finance, Materials Science, management consultancy.
health and education industries, VLSI Process Technology
Design and embedded systems. and Automation, Can be combined with:
Process Modelling and Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced
Can be combined with: Simulation, Reliability Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce,
Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced and Maintenance Computer Science, Law, Music, Science
Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce, Engineering,
Computer Science, Law, Master of Fluid dynamics,
Biomedical Engineering, Music, Science Thermodynamics,
Mechanics of solids
Computer Science Artificial Intelligence, 86.45 93.00 35 93.00 3F Mathematics Graduates are employed in fields such as
Human-computer Extension 1 software engineering and development, Mechanical Composite Structures, 86.55 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics There is high demand for Mechanical
Interactions, Computer digital security, database development, Engineering (Hons) Computer Aided Design Extension 1, Engineering graduates in a wide range
Networks, Databases game development and systems analysis. (CAD), Computer Physics of industries such as power generation,
Systems, E-commerce, Aided Manufacturing transport, construction, mining,
Robotics, Programming Can be combined with: (CAM), Fluid Dynamics, manufacturing, insurance and appliances.
Languages, Embedded Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced Heat Transfer,
Systems, Security Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce, Materials Science, Can be combined with:
Engineering Engineering (Hons), Law, Master of Noise and Vibration, Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced
Biomedical Engineering, Media Arts, Science Power Generation, Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce,
Thermodynamics Computer Science, Law, Master of
Electrical Energy Systems, 86.10 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics Electrical Engineering opens up a huge Biomedical Engineering, Music, Science
Engineering (Hons) Microsystems, Extension 1, range of challenging and rewarding
Photonics, Systems Physics career paths in fields such as electronics, Mechatronic Computing, Control 88.55 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics Mechatronic Engineers work in many
and Control, Signal quantum computing, networking, power Engineering (Hons) Systems, Electronics, Extension 1, industries such as manufacturing,
Processing, Wireless distribution and robotics and control. Mechanical Design Physics automotive, aerospace, defence, mining,
and Data Networks Skills, Microprocessors cargo handling and agriculture. You may
Can be combined with: also work in companies that design and
Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced manufacture consumer devices and
Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce, technology such as mobile phones, video
Computer Science, Law, Master of game consoles and biomedical devices.
Biomedical Engineering, Master of
Engineering in Electrical Engineering, Can be combined with:
Music, Science Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced
Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce,
Computer Science, Law, Master of
Environmental Environmental 89.60 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics There is a broad range of career
Biomedical Engineering, Music, Science
Engineering (Hons) Engineering, Extension 1, opportunities available to Environmental
Environmental Physics Engineers across the water, construction,
Studies, Geotechnical energy, and manufacturing industries. Mining Engineering Mining Engineering, 92.25 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics Graduates enjoy fruitful careers in areas
Engineering, Transport Graduates also seek employment (Hons) Geotechnical Extension 1, such as drilling, project management,
Engineering, Water and in humanitarian engineering and Engineering, Mine Physics sustainability, quarry and tunnelling,
Waste Engineering sustainability with both government Design and Planning, community relations and management
organisations and in the private sector. Mining Management consulting in mining companies,
and Sustainability, investment firms, finance, banking and
Can be combined with: Mining Systems, Mining government organisations.
Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced Technologies, Rock
Breakage Can be combined with:
Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce,
Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced
Computer Science, Engineering Science
Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce,
(Civil), Law, Music, Science
Computer Science, Law, Music, Science,
Engineering Science (Civil)
Flexible First Year Design and Computing, 87.55 93.00 35 93.00 1F Mathematics See individual degrees (Flexible First
Engineering Extension 1, Year is for students who want to be an
Fundamentals, Physics engineer, but are unsure which discipline Petroleum Computer ModellingENGINEERING * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank ENGINEERING * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank
2019 2019
Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Assumed Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Assumed
Degree Study areas ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities Degree Study areas ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities
Photovoltaics Cell Interconnection 87.40 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics Graduates work in fields such as Bachelor of Energy Systems, 92.05 96.00 38 96.00 5F Mathematics Graduates can work in a huge
and Solar Energy and Encapsulation, Extension 1, manufacturing, quality control and Engineering Microsystems, Photonics, Extension 1, variety of fields such as electronics,
Engineering (Hons) Manufacturing, Physics reliability, computer-aided design of (Honours), Master Systems and Control, Physics quantum computing, networking,
Photovoltaics, Policy devices and systems, policy formation, of Electrical Signal Processing, power distribution, and robotics and
Development, Quality programs for developing countries, solar Engineering Wireless and Data control. Potential employers include
Control, Reliability and cells and system design in organisations Networks energy service industries, large private
Life-Cycle Analysis, such as integration companies and Broadening (minor) industrial companies such as transport
Renewable Energy research organisations. disciplines available: manufacturers, aerospace companies,
Technologies, Solar mining companies, infrastructure service
Cell Applications, Solar Can be combined with: Computing, Mathematics, companies, electronics, networking
Energy, Technology Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced Mechatronics, Physics, and computing companies and small,
Development Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce, Commerce, Languages, innovative private firms specialising in the
Computer Science, Law, Music, Science Music, Photovoltaics, application of new technologies, services
Psychology or products.
Renewable Energy Biomass, Energy 87.40 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics Graduates can work in a wide range
Engineering (Hons) Efficiency and Extension 1, of fields and companies in designing, Bachelor of Disciplines: 86.10 93.00 35 93.00 5F Mathematics Graduates pursue careers with
Appliances, Physics installing and operating renewable Engineering Extension 1, pharmaceutical companies, hospitals,
Bioinformatics
Geothermal Systems, energy generating systems such as (Honours), Master Physics scientific research institutions in fields
Engineering, Chemical
Hydro Turbine, wind, solar, biomass or hydro systems, of Biomedical such as medical device manufacturing
Engineering, Computer
Photovoltaics, as well as construction of energy efficient Engineering and biotechnology.
Engineering, Electrical
Renewable Energy, technology or buildings, policy, programs
Engineering, Mechanical
Solar Architecture, for developing countries and research
Engineering, Mechatronic
Solar Thermal Systems, organisations.
Engineering,
Tidal and Wave Energy,
Can be combined with: Software Engineering,
Wind Power
Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced Telecommunications
Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce,
Computer Science, Law, Music, Science
Software Software Engineering, 88.15 93.00 35 93.00 4F Mathematics As a Software Engineer you can pursue a
Engineering (Hons) Software Development, Extension 1 career in big data, electronics, logistics, Engineering double degrees
Software Process, security, defence and telecommunications
System Design in various industries including education, 2019 2019
health, banking and finance. Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of
Degree ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank¹ years Degree ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank¹ years
Can be combined with:
Advanced Mathematics (Hons), Advanced Computer Science/Arts 86.45 93.00 35 93.00 4F Engineering (Hons)/ 87.05 93.00 35 93.00 5F
Science (Hons), Arts, Commerce, Engineering Science
Computer Science/ 88.10 93.00 35 93.00 4F
Computer Science, Law, Master of (Environmental/Civil
Media Arts
Biomedical Engineering, Music, Science or Civil/Environmental)
Computer Science/Science 86.45 93.00 35 93.00 4F
Bachelor of Engineering 86.10 93.00 35 93.00 5F
Surveying (Hons) Engineering andLAW MEDICINE * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank
2019
Law double degrees13 * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Assumed
Degree Majors available ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities
2019 2019
Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of International International PublicSCIENCE * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank SCIENCE * 2019 Lowest Selection Rank
2019 2019
Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Assumed Lowest 2019 2019 IB 2020 No. of Assumed
Degree Majors available ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities Degree Majors available ATAR^ LSR* Diploma# GE rank1 years knowledge Career opportunities
Advanced Applied Mathematics, Pure 88.50 95.00 37 95.00 4F Mathematics Opportunities in banking, insurance Environmental Biology, Earth Science, 74.35 80.00 29 80.00 3F Mathematics, Graduates pursue careers as
Mathematics Mathematics, Advanced Extension 1 and investment, environmental Management Ecology, Environmental Chemistry Environmental Consultants, Scientists,
(Hons) Statistics modelling, oceanography, Chemistry, Geography, Managers, Policy Developers or
meteorology, computing, information Marine and Coastal Researchers within industry or with
technology, government, education Science local, state or federal government.
and research. Employers may include National
Parks and Wildlife Service or the
Can be combined with:
Environmental Protection Authority.
Actuarial Studies, Arts, Commerce,
Computer Science, Economics, Can be combined with:
Engineering (Hons), Law Arts
Advanced Advanced Physical 86.80 95.00 37 95.00 4F Mathematics and Employment across a wide range Life Sciences Anatomy, Biology, 72.95 80.00 29 80.00 3F Mathematics Life sciences have valuable
Science (Hons) Oceanography, Advanced Chemistry plus of settings including public sector Biological Chemistry, plus one or applications in health, agriculture,
Physics, Anatomy, one or more of research in universities and Biotechnology, Ecology, more of Biology, environmental management,
Bioinformatics, Biology, Biology, Earth & government institutes like CSIRO, Genetics, Marine Chemistry medicine, pharmaceutical and
Biotechnology, Chemistry, Environmental as well as private sector research in and Coastal Science, food science industries. Recent
Climate Dynamics, Science, Physics pharmaceuticals and biotechnology Microbiology, Molecular graduates work in business, industry,
Climate Systems Science, or Mathematics companies, public policy, health and Cell Biology, government and universities.
Earth Science, Ecology, Extension 1 and environmental related non- Pathology, Pharmacology,
Genetics, Geography, (depending on profits, market research and product Physiology, Psychology
Marine and Coastal chosen area development, management, technical
Science, Materials of study) and environmental consulting, data Materials Physical Metallurgy, 79.15 87.00 31 87.00 4F Mathematics Graduates will be equipped to
Science, Mathematics, analytics or medical sales and Science and Process Metallurgy, Extension 1, work in areas such as fundamental
Microbiology, Molecular science communication. Engineering Materials Engineering, Physics scientific research, manufacturing
and Cell Biology, (Hons) Ceramic Engineering, and materials processing, quality,
Can be combined with:
Neuroscience, Pathology, Functional Materials safety, the environmental impact
Arts, Commerce, Computer Science,
Pharmacology, Physiology, of materials and commercialisation
Economics, Engineering (Hons), Fine
Psychology, Statistics, of materials technologies. Locally
Arts, Law, Music, Social Research
Vision Science and around the world, graduates
and Policy
have gone on to work in emerging
fields of nanotechnology, biomedical
Aviation (Flying)9 Aviation (Flying) 75.20 80.00 + 29 + 80.00 + 3F Mathematics Pilots for regional or major commercial materials, electronic materials and
application application application airlines, training centres, charter major established industries.
+ interview + interview + interview flights; or as aerial surveyors.
Can be combined with:
Aviation 71.80 80.00 29 80.00 3F Mathematics Management in airlines, freight Commerce, Engineering Science
(Management) General 2 companies, regulatory authorities, in Chemical Engineering, Master of
defence forces or airports. Specific Biomedical Engineering
examples include Airfreight manager,
Airport planner, Flight Crew Medical Science Human Anatomy, 81.85 91.00 34 91.00 3F Mathematics, Medical Science graduates work
Scheduler, Aviation Consultant, Flight Molecular Biology, Chemistry in fields such as medical research,
Analyst, Flight Safety Investigator, Molecular Genetics, paramedical professions, health
Aviation Revenue Manager and Medical Microbiology, policy, medical laboratory science,
Airport or Fleet Planner. Neurobiology, Human pathology and forensic science,
Pathology, Medical patents and intellectual property,
Can be combined with:
Pharmacology, Medical market research and product
Commerce
Physiology development, and in pharmaceutical
and biotechnology industries.
Biotechnology Biotechnology 75.05 85.00 31 85.00 4F Mathematics, Become a scientist or researcher with
(Hons) Chemistry medical, biological or pharmaceutical Medicinal Medicinal Chemistry 80.35 90.00 33 90.00 4F Mathematics, Graduates are equipped with skills
research organisations. Graduates Chemistry Chemistry in modern molecular biology and
are working as research and (Hons) pharmacology, underpinned with
development managers, clinical trial a comprehensive background in
associates, in government regulation chemistry, with relevant synthetic
and policy, industry regulatory skills necessary for synthesising
affairs or intellectual property complex drug candidates. Employment
management. There are also career opportunities include pharmaceutical
options in marketing, sales, biotech and biotechnology industries, research,
investment and finance, and business government, management, legal, and
development. education sectors.
Data Science Quantitative Data Science, 87.90 94.00 36 95.00 3F Mathematics Graduates from this degree may Can be combined with:
and Decisions Computational Data Extension 1 pursue a career as a Business Law
Science, Business Data Analyst, Customer Success Manager,
Science Data Scientist, Data Engineer, Psychological Criminology, Human 77.40 87.00 31 88.00 3F Mathematics Psychologists are employed in
Data Analyst, Data Manager, Data Science Resource, Management, advertising, community development
Architect, Database Administrator, Linguistics, Management, and relations, copyrighting, counselling,
Digital Data Analyst, Environmental Marketing, Neuroscience, developmental care, public, community
Data Analyst, Forecast Modeller, Philosophy, Vision Science and occupational health, management
Reporting Analyst, Statistician or consultancy, human resources,
University Educator. recruitment, training and development,
industrial relations, banking, journalism,
Can be combined with:
marketing, administrative and
Law
support services, business and retail
management, statistical and data
analysis, and many other areas.
Can be combined with:
Law
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