Pre-Masters
Secure direct entry* into your chosen postgraduate degree at UNSW
Future qualified with Pre-Masters Program
If you aspire to progress to a master’s degree without any time compromised, a UNSW College Pre-Masters Program can get you there.
Progress seamlessly to UNSW Sydney
Pre-Masters helps you meet the academic and English language entry requirements for a UNSW Sydney master's degree. Complete in 15 weeks and be eligible for up to 12 credits towards your UNSW Sydney master's degree.
Enhance skills for your future
Refine the skills you need for advanced studies, with dedicate support along the way. Develop critical thinking, academic writing, project management, research, and communication skills.
Specialise in Art & Design, Media, Engineering or Information Technology.
Your pathway with Pre-Masters
Specialisations
Art & Design
Pre-Masters (Art & Design)
Build creative leadership and innovation skills across disciplines like design, curation, animation, and immersive technologies.
Read more in the Pre-Masters Program guide.
Media
Pre-Masters (Media)
Develop advanced storytelling, media strategy, and communication expertise to thrive in today's fast-evolving media landscape.
Read more in the Pre-Masters Program guide.
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.
Read more in the Pre-Masters Program guide.
Information Technology
Pre-Masters (Information Technology)
Expand 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.
Read more in the Pre-Masters Program guide.
Why choose UNSW College?
Progress directly to a world top 20 university
UNSW Sydney is consistently recognised as a top-ranking university. By securing guaranteed entry, you gain the opportunity to study at a prestigious institution with a strong academic reputation, which can enhance your credentials and open doors to better career prospects.
Education excellence
Your teachers are committed to providing an immersive, high-quality teaching and learning environment.
They possess subject expertise, provide personalised guidance, serve as mentors, and foster critical thinking skills. Their dedication enhances student learning outcomes and contributes to a positive and enriching educational experience.
Supported and ready to succeed
You will have access to world-class UNSW facilities (like libraries, design studios, computer, engineering and science labs), clubs and societies from day one, with the added support of UNSW College behind you. With smaller class sizes, teachers can devote more time and attention to each individual.
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Diploma & Foundation Studies
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Pre-Masters Program & Academic English
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