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English language entry requirements
Evidence of English Language ability
If English isn’t your first language, you must provide evidence that your English language ability meets our requirements. This means that you must submit results from an acceptable English language test taken in the last two years prior to starting study at UNSW. See our English language requirements policy: unsw.edu.au/elp
International English language testing system (IELTS) - Academic
Overall minimum score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in the sub-tests of listening, reading, speaking and writing is required. www.ielts.org
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)
Internet-based test: overall minimum score of 90 with a minimum in writing of 24. Paper-based test: overall minimum score of 577 with a minimum score of 5.0 in the Test of Written English. www.ets.org/toefl
University English Entry Course (UEEC)
Intensive English language course conducted at UNSW Institute of Languages. Minimum accepted score: C+ (grade point 7.0) with a minimum of 20 in the writing component. Some UNSW programs require a higher grade. languages.unsw.edu.au/courses/ academic-english/the-universityenglish-entry-course
Pearson Test of English Academic
Overall minimum score of 68. UNSW also accepts a number of academic qualifications and other English tests as meeting the English language requirements. For information about these qualifications and the full English language requirement policy visit: unsw.edu.au/elp Direct Entry Table: page 87
UNSW Institute of Languages
Study with UNSW Institute of Languages to meet the English language entry requirements to start your UNSW degree. UNSW Institute of Languages offers a comprehensive range of English language programs which cover academic English, general English and professional English. Programs are developed and delivered by highly qualified and experienced teachers who are specialists in teaching English. They will help you achieve the language skills needed for your academic and career success. Demand for programs is high, and we recommend that you apply at least three months before your intended start date for a UNSW Institute of Languages program. For more information visit: languages.unsw.edu.au
Foundation English Entry Course (FEEC)
If you are planning to enrol in UNSW Foundation Studies prior to starting a Bachelor degree, this intensive English course offers you a direct pathway to meeting the English language entry requirements. You will not need to retake an IELTS or similar exam after successfully completing the FEEC program. languages.unsw.edu.au/courses/ academic-english/feec
Term Dates
2015 Dates
University English Entry Course (UEEC)
This intensive English course may help you get into your UNSW degree sooner. On successful completion of UEEC, you will be accepted into the relevant UNSW degree without having to retake an IELTS or similar exam. Course material is based on UNSW resources and enhanced through the use of online learning and teaching activities. Minimum accepted score: C+ with a minimum of 20 in the writing component. Some UNSW programs require a higher grade. languages.unsw.edu.au/courses/ academic-english/theuniversity-englishentry-course
Tertiary Orientation Program
If you already meet the English language entry requirements for UNSW but need to gain confidence or improve your English skills for an academic environment, you may want to take this intensive five-week course before starting your UNSW degree. It will also give you the chance to settle into Sydney, familiarise with the local accent and meet fellow students. languages.unsw.edu.au/courses/ academic-english/tertiaryorientationprogram
2016 Dates
Term 1
5 Jan – 6 Feb
4 Jan – 5 Feb
Term 2
9 Feb – 13 Mar
8 Feb – 11 Mar
Term 3
16 Mar – 17 Apr
14 Mar – 15 Apr
Term 4
20 Apr – 22 May
18 Apr – 20 May
Term 5
25 May – 26 Jun
23 May – 24 Jun
Term 6
29 Jun – 31 Jul
27 Jun – 29 Jul
Term 7
3 Aug – 4 Sept
1 Aug – 2 Sept
Term 8
7 Sept – 9 Oct
5 Sept – 7 Oct
Term 9
12 Oct – 13 Nov
10 Oct – 11 Nov
Term 10
16 Nov – 18 Dec
14 Nov – 16 Dec
You can find an application form for UNSW Institute of Languages on page 116 Course Fee: for fee information please see languages.unsw.edu.au CRICOS PROVIDER CODE: 01020K