Applied degrees that get you working
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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.
The world of work is changing fast, with growing demand for graduates who can apply their knowledge in real-world environments from day one.
UNSW College Applied Degrees are designed to meet this need - combining academic learning with practical experience to help you graduate career-ready.
Get a detailed overview of UNSW College Applied Degrees and how they prepare you through applied learning from day one.
In this guide, you'll discover:
Degree overviews across business and information technology
Course structure and embedded applied learning
Built with input from industry and delivered through practical learning, these programs are industry built and taught to reflect real-world expectations.
What can I study?
Choose from applied degrees designed to align with current industry demand:
Business Management
develop practical skills in leadership, operations and entrepreneurship
Software Development
build capabilities in coding, systems design and application development
Cyber Defence and Networking
gain expertise in cybersecurity, networks and digital infrastructure
Is an applied degree right for me?
Prefer hands-on, practical learning over theory alone
Want to build job-ready skills while you study
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.