Applied Degrees

Hands-on learning. Real-world results.

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A practical bachelor’s degree designed for modern careers  

The world of work is changing fast, and today’s students need more than theory to succeed. They need real experience, industry insight, and the confidence that comes from doing. 

UNSW College’s Applied Degrees are three-year bachelor’s degrees that blend academic excellence, hands-on projects, and industry-designed learning, so you graduate ready to thrive in your chosen field from day one.

Created with the insight of employers, powered by expert teaching, and shaped around the actual demands of modern workplaces, these programs prepare you not just for a job, but for long-term career growth and impact.

Is an Applied Degree right for me?

Education needs to do more than simply transfer knowledge - it needs to transform you. Applied Degrees are designed to build capability, confidence, and clarity about your future.  

They’re a strong fit if you want to:

  • learn by doing, not just listening
  • apply what you learn as you study
  • build confidence through real experience
  • study in small, engaged classes with plenty of support
  • graduate with skills you can use straight away. 

Why choose UNSW College?

Learn by doing

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is at the core of every program. You’ll work on real problems using actual data and complete an industry placement where you can apply your learnings in a professional workplace. Using the latest professional tools and systems, you’ll build confidence and develop practical skills you can take straight into your career.

Be part of the UNSW community

Study within a world top 20 university environment, with access to UNSW’s global alumni network, state of the art facilities, and over 300 clubs and societies. Expand your world academically, socially, and professionally.  

Built with industry, for industry

Programs are co-designed with leading experts to ensure what you learn reflects today’s workforce demands. Gain skills that employers actively seek, from data-informed decision making to professional communication and leadership.

Support from enrolment to employment

From day one, you’ll have access to services tailored to your needs, including academic assistance, health and wellbeing support and career guidance. You’ll never have to navigate your study journey alone.

Our Applied Degrees

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Bachelor of Applied Business (Business Management)

Explore how modern organisations operate, solve problems, and evolve, and build the skillset to lead them with confidence. You’ll develop strengths in strategy, digital literacy, data insights, and leadership. Apply your learning through industry projects, hear from industry speakers, and gain workplace experience within a structured placement. 

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Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber Defence and Networking)

Protect the systems organisations rely on every day. Build expertise in network security, threat detection, cloud architecture, and cyber defence while learning the tools and frameworks used by industry. Through hands-on labs, real-world projects, and a structured industry placement, you’ll graduate ready to secure all digital environments.

Applied degree in Cyber Security students working
Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development)

Learn how to design, build and optimise the software that powers today’s digital world. Develop strengths in programming, AI, cloud technologies and full-stack development while working on real projects that mirror industry practice. With guided mentorship and a structured placement, you’ll graduate ready to create solutions that make an impact. 

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Turn ambition into action

Interested in an Applied Degree? Register your interest to explore your options and take the next step.

Our team is here to guide you and support you along the way.

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

UNSW College delivers its Applied Degrees under 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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