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University Preparation Program

Foundation Studies.
UNSW Sydney

79

in world overall ranking*

12

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The UNSW University Preparation Program is a one-year pathway designed to help students build the academic and study skills needed for university-level learning. It supports your transition into undergraduate study through targeted preparation, guidance and a structured learning environment on campus. This is a Foundation Studies pathway program at UNSW Sydney for broad entry preparation across disciplines. The programme builds core academic English, study skills, and subject fundamentals for university degree entry.

Career outcome

This program is a preparation pathway rather than a professional qualification, intended to improve readiness for undergraduate degrees and future employment. Graduates may progress into UNSW undergraduate study and build foundational capabilities valued in many entry-level roles, such as communication, academic literacy and independent learning. This is a Foundation Studies program at UNSW Sydney that supports progression to degree study across disciplines. Supporting progression into undergraduate degree programmes in the chosen discipline.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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Information

tick icon Duration

1 years

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Term 1

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Kensington

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6114

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconINTERNATIONAL SCIENTIA COURSEWORK SCHOLARSHIP (PUCA1025)

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconUNSW GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to A$7,500

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