University of New South Wales
Sydney, Australia
- 1949
- Founded
- #19
- Global Rank
- 65,000+
- Total Students
- 44%
- International Students
- 1,229
- Programs
About University of New South Wales
The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) is a world-top-20 global research and teaching powerhouse located in Sydney, Australia. Established in 1949, UNSW is a founding member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) and the global Universitas 21 network. Renowned for its pioneering contributions to quantum computing, silicon photovoltaics, biomedical engineering, and business leadership, UNSW educates more than 65,000 students from 135+ countries. UNSW is ranked #1 in Australia for graduate employment outcomes and median salaries, producing the highest number of startup founders and corporate CEOs in Australia. Operating on the innovative UNSW 3+ calendar (three 10-week teaching terms per year), UNSW provides students with unparalleled internship flexibility, academic immersion, and global mobility.
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Sydney, Australia
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2025/2026
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