Applied Degrees that get you working
Work-ready qualifications backed by UNSW.
UNSW College Applied Degrees are designed to prepare you to graduate career-ready through applied learning, industry engagement and real world practical experience.
Applied learning from day one
Our degrees are built with industry, for industry to ensure what you learn is relevant, current and in demand. From your first term, you’ll focus on building practical skills that you can use from day one in real workplace environments.
Learn through practical, hands-on projects
Build skills aligned to industry needs
Explore our degrees:
Bachelor of Applied Business (Business Management)
Develop a strong foundation in business with a focus on practical skills across strategy, leadership and entrepreneurship. Build the capability to contribute from day one in a professional environment.
Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development)
Learn to design, build and optimise software solutions using industry-relevant tools and programming languages. Gain hands-on experience in real development environments.
Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber Defence and Networking)
Build specialised skills in cybersecurity and network systems. Learn how to protect digital infrastructure and respond to evolving cyber threats.
Graduate career-ready
Applied degree graduates are equipped with the skills employers are actively seeking. Whether you’re pursuing a role in business, software development or cybersecurity, you’ll graduate with practical experience and a clear pathway forward.
Career pathways may include:
Business
- Business Analyst
- Project Coordinator
- Marketing Coordinator
- Operations Manager
Information Technology – Software Development
- Software Developer
- Web Developer
- Application Developer
- QA/Test Engineer
Information Technology – Cybersecurity & Networking
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Network Administrator
- Systems Administrator
- IT Support Specialist
With applied learning from day one and programs that are industry built and taught, you’ll graduate with practical experience and a clear pathway forward.
Turn ambition into action
Want to learn more? Register your interest to explore your options and take the next step.
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