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Domestic students*

Diplomas: 
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Applied Degrees: 
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Domestic Diplomas: Term 1 2027 applications

Applications for Term 1 2027 Diplomas from domestic students* are processed by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

Visit the UAC website for more information, including instructions for updating your preferences, key dates and offer rounds.

For Term 1 2027 study, offers are made in December and January.

*Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens

Domestic student FAQs

  • You can apply as a Domestic student if you are a citizen or permanent resident of Australia, hold an Australian humanitarian visa or a citizen of New Zealand.

  • Domestic students applying for Foundation Studies must have an international background, such as:

    • Having studied overseas before starting Year 11 in Australia, or

    • Currently studying EAL/D or ESL in Australia.

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Applying to a UNSW College program is simple – you can apply directly through our website.

If you're applying as an international student, please ensure you have gathered your certified supporting documents before starting your application.

UNSW College delivers its Applied Degrees, Foundation Studies, Academic English, Diplomas, and Pre-Masters Program under CRICOS Provider Code 01020K; TEQSA Provider ID: PRV13020 (Institute of Higher Education).

UNSW College also delivers UNSW Diplomas on behalf of UNSW Sydney under CRICOS Provider Code 00098G; UNSW Sydney TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12055 (Australian University).

See unswcollege.edu.au/esos for more information.

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