Transition is an accelerated university preparation program*.
Who is this program for?
Transition is designed for students who have narrowly missed out on direct entry to university.
It is recommended for those with strong English language proficiency, excellent academic results and a mature and independent approach to studies.
For January intake, most but not all UNSW Business, Engineering and Science degree programs are available.
UNSW Foundation Studies offers two Science Streams. Students considering undertaking a Science Stream should have higher mathematical ability. The Physical Science Stream is designed for students wishing to undertake an Engineering or Science degree. The Life Science Stream is designed for students wishing to undertake a Biological or Health Science degree.
Physical Science: for students with higher mathematical ability and intending to study an Engineering or Science degree.
Life Science: for students with higher mathematical ability and intending to study a Biological/Health Science degree.
Expected January, March, August, September 2021
UNSW Foundation Studies
223 Anzac Parade,
KENSINGTON,
New South Wales,
2033, SYDNEY, Australia
To be eligible for entry, students must be at least 16 years of age at the time they commence a UNSW Foundation Studies program.
Year 12 or equivalent
Entry requirements vary from country to country.
English Language Requirements:
Minimum IELTS Requirement - 6.0 Writing 5.0 (other sub-scores 5.0)
TOEFL (paper based) - 537 TWE 4.5
TOEFL (internet iBT) - 75 Writing 18
Cambridge Advanced English - 169 Writing 162 (other sub-scores 154)
Pearson Test of English - 50 Writing 46 (other sub-scores 38)
UNSW Institute of Languages - C Writing D+
O-Level English - B (O-Level) C (AS-Level)
HKDSE English - 3 Writing 3
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
