UNSW Sydney
Sydney, NSW
Graduate Outcomes — UNSW Sydney
Source: QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024
82.1%
Employed full-time
$76k
Median salary
89.5%
Employer satisfaction
About UNSW Sydney
UNSW Sydney — the University of New South Wales — is one of Australia's leading research-intensive universities and a founding member of the prestigious Group of Eight. Established in 1949 with a mandate to advance scientific and technological education, UNSW has grown from a single faculty of engineering into a comprehensive institution offering more than 600 programs across nine faculties. Its Kensington campus sits just seven kilometres from the Sydney CBD, giving students direct access to the harbour city's professional networks, cultural life, and one of the Asia-Pacific's strongest graduate labour markets.
#19
QS World Rank 2026
38%
International students
82.1%
Graduate employment
$76k
Median grad salary
Why Choose UNSW Sydney
Engineering & Computer Science Excellence
UNSW's Faculty of Engineering is the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, with globally top-30 rankings in both engineering and computer science. The faculty produces more tech startup founders than any other Australian university.
Co-operative Education Program (Co-op)
The largest co-op program in the Southern Hemisphere places high-achieving students in paid industry placements at companies like Google, Atlassian, and Commonwealth Bank — giving graduates real-world experience before they finish their degree.
Research Intensity with Real-World Impact
Home to world-record-holding solar cell research and the Kirby Institute for infectious disease. Undergraduate students can access research internships from second year through partnerships with CSIRO and Defence Science.
Highest Employer Reputation in Australia
UNSW holds the top QS employer reputation score among Australian universities. Dedicated career services for international students include employer-connection programs specifically designed for visa-holding graduates.
Prime Sydney Location
The Kensington campus is just seven kilometres from the Sydney CBD, placing students within reach of Australia's largest graduate job market, major tech hubs in Surry Hills and Pyrmont, and the city's unrivalled cultural and social scene.
Campus & Student Life
UNSW's Kensington campus is a self-contained precinct spread across 38 hectares in Sydney's eastern suburbs. The campus houses more than 300 student clubs and societies — from engineering racing teams to cultural associations representing every major nationality on campus. Sporting facilities include an Olympic-standard athletics track, heated swimming pool, and a comprehensive gym, while the recently expanded Roundhouse is one of Sydney's most iconic live music venues. The campus food court offers cuisines from more than 20 countries, and the university village provides on-campus accommodation for around 5,000 students. UNSW's location also means Coogee Beach is a 15-minute bus ride away, making it one of the few universities in the world where you can surf before your morning lecture.
Study Areas
Management And Commerce
76 courses
$29,000 – $311,000/yr
Society And Culture
107 courses
$23,500 – $386,000/yr
Health
81 courses
$21,105 – $846,500/yr
Engineering And Related Technologies
83 courses
$29,000 – $411,000/yr
Creative Arts
85 courses
$23,500 – $353,000/yr
Architecture And Building
38 courses
$23,500 – $364,000/yr
Education
14 courses
$22,500 – $212,500/yr
Natural And Physical Sciences
99 courses
$24,500 – $387,500/yr
Information Technology
28 courses
$29,500 – $310,000/yr
Agriculture Environmental And Related Studies
5 courses
$24,500 – $253,000/yr
Mixed Field Programmes
4 courses
Fees not available
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