Choose Foundation Studies

Your supportive pathway to the First Year of any UNSW degree.

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A Foundation Studies program is your supportive pathway to the First Year of your chosen UNSW degree.

Our programs are designed to suit your academic and English skills, and prepare you for studying at university. Once you have successfully completed your Foundation Studies program, you will have a guaranteed place at UNSW Sydney (subject to meeting the required GPA and Academic English score).

We support you with personalised learning, small classes and social activities to help build your future at UNSW.

What's in the guide?

Our Student Guide has all the information you need to know.

Flexible entry points

If you’ve just missed out on entry or need help to meet English and academic requirements for a bachelor’s degree, our range of Foundation Studies programs is for you.

Be degree-ready

The content you study in our Foundation Studies program has been developed in consultation with the UNSW faculties so you will be prepared for your degree.

A supportive pathway

You will enjoy a personalised learning experience with individual support from dedicated and experienced teachers.

Interested in learning more?

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Why study with UNSW College?

Wholly owned by UNSW, UNSW College has been providing international students alternative pathways to UNSW for over 50 years.

Your path to a global top 20 university

Successfully complete a Foundation Studies program and progress to the first year of a bachelor’s degree at UNSW Sydney.

Support as you learn

The Foundation Studies programs are designed for international students like you, so you can develop English language and academic skills to take the next step with confidence.

Directly connected to UNSW

The program is accredited by UNSW Sydney and provides full access to UNSW’s world class libraries, clubs and societies.

Interacting with different people from different cultures while managing to participate in multiple activities and social sessions.

Sahel Mohammed

Foundation Studies student

Find out more in the guide

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Diploma & Foundation Studies
UNSW Global Pty Limited ABN 62 086 418 582 trading as UNSW College™ currently delivers Diplomas and Foundation Studies on behalf of UNSW Sydney - CRICOS Provider Code 00098G; UNSW Sydney TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12055 (Australian University).
From 26 August 2024, UNSW College™ will commence delivery of Diplomas under its own CRICOS Provider Code - 01020K and TEQSA Provider ID: PRV13020 (Institute of Higher Education).
From 13 January 2025, UNSW College™ will commence delivery of Foundation Studies under its own CRICOS Provider Code - 01020K and TEQSA Provider ID: PRV13020 (Institute of Higher Education).

Pre-Masters Program & Academic English
UNSW College™ delivers the Pre-Masters Program and Academic English programs under CRICOS Provider Code 01020K and TEQSA Provider ID: PRV13020 (Institute of Higher Education).