UNSW Sydney
Ranking, international fees, entry rules for Bangladeshi qualifications, intakes, scholarships and living costs, checked against UNSW’s own pages.
Check my chances at UNSWLast updated 4 October 2026Figures checked against official sources, listed at the end
UNSW Sydney: highlights
UNSW Sydney is the highest-ranked Australian university in the QS World University Rankings 2027, at 19th. It runs on three terms a year, which gives more start dates than most Australian universities.
- After HSC: UNSW does not publish a single HSC score. Its Computer Science page tells applicants from Bangladesh to contact the university for direct entry requirements. Use the location selector on its accepted qualifications page, or ask admissions, before you apply.
- For a master’s Coursework master’s degrees ask for a recognised bachelor’s degree at the grade each programme sets. Check the programme page for the minimum average.:
- Tuition: AUD 61,000 for the first year of Computer Science (2026); AUD 192,500 for the degree
- Scholarship: Search UNSW’s scholarships portal.
- Intakes: Three intakes: Term 1 (February), Term 2 (late May or June) and Term 3 (September).
Key facts
The main campus is at Kensington, about 7 km from central Sydney. The Computer Science degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
UNSW rankings
| Ranking | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2027 | 19 in the world, 1st in Australia |
Courses and international fees
UNSW publishes an indicative first-year fee and a total for the whole degree. These are the 2026 international figures from the course page.
| Course | Length | First-year fee | Whole degree |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) | 3 years | AUD 61,000 | AUD 192,500 |
Fees rise each year, which is why the total is more than three times the first-year fee.
Admission requirements for Bangladeshi students
| Your qualification or level | What UNSW asks for |
|---|---|
| HSC | UNSW does not publish a single HSC score. Its Computer Science page tells applicants from Bangladesh to contact the university for direct entry requirements. Use the location selector on its accepted qualifications page, or ask admissions, before you apply. |
| A levels or IB | Accepted for direct entry at the score each degree sets |
| Pathway | UNSW College foundation studies or a diploma, if you do not meet direct entry |
| Master’s Coursework master’s degrees ask for a recognised bachelor’s degree at the grade each programme sets. Check the programme page for the minimum average. |
English language scores
Students from non-English-speaking backgrounds prove their English with a test, a UNSW English course or earlier study in English. Scores are on UNSW’s English language requirements page.
UNSW: yearly intakes
UNSW has three intakes a year for many degrees, in Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3.
| Intake | Classes start | Apply by | Open for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | February | Apply at least 3 months before, to leave time for the visa | Most degrees |
| Term 2 | Late May or June | Apply at least 3 months before | Many degrees, including Computer Science |
| Term 3 | September | Apply at least 3 months before | Many degrees, including Computer Science |
Check that your degree accepts new students in the term you want.
How to apply
- Confirm how your HSC is assessed
Email UNSW admissions with your results before paying any fee.
- Apply online or through a registered agent
Upload transcripts and your English result.
- Accept your offer
Pay the deposit and arrange Overseas Student Health Cover to receive your Confirmation of Enrolment.
- Apply for the Student visa (subclass 500)
The visa fee is AUD 2,500. You show tuition, travel and AUD 29,710 in living costs for the first 12 months.
Scholarships for Bangladeshi students
UNSW international scholarships
UNSW Sydney
- Levels
- Bachelor’s and master’s
- Based on
- Academic merit
- Apply
- Through UNSW’s scholarships portal
- Deadlines
- Vary by award
UNSW lists its international awards in a searchable scholarships portal. Filter by international student and your level of study.
View on official site ↗Australia Awards Scholarships for Bangladesh are the main fully funded option for a master’s. The next round opens in early 2027.
Living costs in Sydney
Sydney is Australia’s most expensive city for rent.
For the visa, Home Affairs uses a living-cost figure of AUD 29,710 a year for one student, on top of tuition and travel. The visa fee is AUD 2,500.
What one year costs in total
A first year in Computer Science comes to about AUD 90,700: AUD 61,000 in tuition plus the AUD 29,710 living-cost figure used for the visa.
Work and careers after UNSW
Reputation
- 19 in the world, 1st in Australia in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
- Three intakes a year and an Australian Computer Society accredited computing degree.
Work while you study
- Up to 48 hours a fortnight during study periods on a Student visa.
- Unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks.
Stay after graduating
- The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) gives 2 years after a bachelor’s or coursework master’s.
- It gives 3 years after a research master’s or PhD.
UNSW: FAQs
Can I get into UNSW with HSC?
UNSW does not publish a single HSC score. Its Computer Science page tells applicants from Bangladesh to contact the university for direct entry requirements. Use the location selector on its accepted qualifications page, or ask admissions, before you apply.
How much does UNSW cost for international students?
The Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) has an indicative first-year international fee of AUD 61,000 and a whole-degree total of AUD 192,500, on 2026 figures.
What do I need for a master’s at UNSW?
Coursework master’s degrees ask for a recognised bachelor’s degree at the grade each programme sets. Check the programme page for the minimum average.
When are the intakes at UNSW?
UNSW runs three terms, starting in February, late May or June, and September. Many degrees accept new students in all three.
Are there scholarships for Bangladeshi students at UNSW?
UNSW lists its international scholarships in a searchable portal. We did not find one reserved for Bangladeshi students, so search by level and faculty.
What IELTS score do I need?
UNSW sets English requirements by degree. Check its English language requirements page for the score for your programme.
Plan the rest
Official sources
- UNSW: Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- UNSW: accepted qualifications ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- QS World University Rankings 2027 ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.
About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources listed above and last checked on 4 October 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.