Pathways to engineering

Build your road to university with UNSW College.

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An engineering degree can take you to so many exciting places, whether you want to be a civil, mechanical or aerospace engineer – working in fields from renewable energy to food and health sustainability. With the right UNSW College pathway program, you can progress to an engineering degree at UNSW Sydney, in the top ranked engineering faculty in Australia.

 

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Your pathway to a degree at UNSW Sydney

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Engineering faculty

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1st in Australia
Engineering faculty

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What are my options?

Diploma of Engineering 

Progress to Second Year at UNSW Sydney 

This 12-month program is your first step to a career in engineering, where you’ll learn the same fundamental principles as students in the First Year degree program. 

Once you’re finished, you will launch straight into Second Year of a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), in Australia’s top ranked Faculty of Engineering at UNSW Sydney. 

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Foundation Studies – Physical Science 

Prepare for university success 

Over 9-15 months (depending on your program) you’ll learn academic English and computing, and improve your skills in physics, chemistry, maths and physics. 

Once you’re finished, you’ll be ready for First Year of an undergraduate degree in Engineering, in Australia’s top ranked Faculty of Engineering at UNSW Sydney. 

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Transition Program – Physical Science 

Join campus life and be university ready in just four months 

This four-month pre-university preparation program is a fast way to get to a degree at UNSW Sydney. Study degree-specific university approved content on campus, supported by experienced teachers. Start your journey here and join a vibrant student community right in the heart of Sydney.

Once you’re finished, you’ll be ready for First Year of an undergraduate engineering degree at UNSW Sydney. 
 

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Pre-Masters

Duration: 15 weeks / 1 term
Progression: Master's degree at UNSW Sydney

The Pre-Masters program is designed to provide a pathway for students who require additional academic or English language support to meet the entry requirements for a master's degree at UNSW Sydney. Upon successful completion, students will receive guaranteed entry and up to 12 Units of Credit (one or two courses) toward their master's program at UNSW Sydney.

 

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