Australia: University of New South Wales

The University of New South Wales Business School is one of Australia’s leading business schools. UNSW offers undergraduate programs in finance, marketing, international business, accounting, and business law.

On this transformative, business-focused study abroad program, you will study at the Kensington campus, located in a close suburb of Sydney, the largest city in Australia with over 4.5 million people. Sydney is where the first British colony was founded in the late 18th century. Modern-day Sydney is a vibrant metropolis with an important financial sector and lively cultural and tourist industries.

Australia is located in the southern hemisphere. If you go during UNC spring semester, you’ll find summer-like temperatures. During the UNC fall term you’ll experience the mild Australian winter.

Quick Facts & Links

GPA Requirement: 3.00
Program Options: Exchange, Direct Enroll
- You will participate on this program as either an exchange or direct enroll student. The limited number of available exchange spaces are reserved for in-state students. If you are a selected out-of-state student or a selected in-state student who did not receive an exchange place, you will be nominated as a direct enroll student. The primary difference between these two enrollment types is the cost. Please see the program cost information on this page for further details.
Language of Instruction: English
Program Dates:
- Fall: August 13 – December 9, 2022 (TBC)
- Spring: January 3 – May 11, 2023
Visit the UNSW Study Abroad and Exchange webpage for more information
Take a virtual tour of the UNSW campus
Meet program alumni
Accessibility Resources
UNSW Exchange Fact Sheet

Application Information

Apply for a Kenan-Flagler Global Program and Global Programs scholarship through the same application system using your Kenan-Flagler credentials. Click the Apply Now button below to learn more about application deadlines, requirements, and to start your application!

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Program Logistics

Academics

Please visit Global Academic Procedures for detailed credit and other academic information.

You will take four courses at UNSW, which may be all in business or you may take one course in economics or a humanities subject.

You may elect to do a semester internship for academic credit. An additional fee, directly payable to UNSW, is charged for the internship.

Courses taken at UNSW will transfer back to UNC Pass (UNSW grade of 50 and above)/Fail (UNSW grade below 50). Pass grades do not affect your UNC GPA. Fail grades transfer back to UNC as Fs, which will affect your UNC GPA. Though transfer credit for this program is Pass/Fail, future employers and graduate schools will also look at the UNSW transcript, so grades are important.

You will transfer back 4.0 UNC credits for every 6 credit course at UNSW, and are expected to take four courses worth 6.0 UNSW credits each during the semester. Though each course is worth 4.0 UNC credits, students are permitted to earn a maximum of 3.0 BUSI credits per course at UNSW. Therefore, a student who earns a 50/Pass or above in all courses will receive a total of 16 UNC credits for their semester abroad, 12 will count toward BUSI credits and the rest will count as general, non-business elective credits.

This program also fulfills the Experiential Education requirement. Full-time enrollment in this program is defined as a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Housing

UNSW housing is very limited, but the university has secured some on-campus housing space for exchange students in University Place and the Kensington Colleges. Housing in University Place is not catered (meals are not provided); housing in Kensington Colleges is catered (meals are provided). Please note that residence facilities have individual housing applications. These two options are not the only housing options offered at UNSW. UNSW will also provide resources to assist in finding off-campus housing options.

UNSW recommends the following off-campus accommodation options in Sydney, which are renowned for the great facilities and the awesome experience they provide students:

Scape – a significant player in student accommodation who are excited to welcome our International Study Abroad Students and have initiated some exclusive room rates for UNSW Study Abroad Students. This all-inclusive package is available on selected room types. Accommodation is offered in two sites, with easy access to UNSW and providing great, secure, friendly, and modern facilities. Students can enjoy the brilliant buildings, kitted out with great study areas, gyms, outdoor courtyards, and rooftop terraces. And that’s just the start. For more information or to apply, please use the following link: https://www.scape.com.au/studyabroad/
IGLU – another enthusiastic student accommodation provider who will provide your students with a supportive and fun experience with modern, clean, and secure accommodation that will enhance their stay in Sydney https://iglu.com.au/unsw-sae-redfern/
Switch – the ultimate combination of bustling city and serene nature at The Switch Kensington, sitting amongst one of Sydney’s most beautiful parklands https://www.switchliving.com.au/

Please review accommodation information on UNSW’s website for more information and also note that housing is not guaranteed. It is helpful to speak with program alumni to learn about where they lived during their time at UNSW.

Program Cost

Here, you will find a list and links to costs related to this program.

We suggest you create your global program budget using our budget worksheet (xlsx) to help you think about your costs on this program:

Populate the figures from the tables below into the left side costs of attendance
Input your financial resources on the right

Your customized budget sheet can help determine your current financial status, and help you understand what additional funding you may need to help make this an affordable program option.

Cashier Billed Expenses*
Expense	Estimated Amount
UNC Tuition and Fees (IN-STATE ONLY)	Use the amount on the Tuition and Fees line and divide by 2 to get your cost
Fee UG Business Major/Minor	Based on major/minor enrollment
Global Programs Administrative Fee	$700
GeoBlue International Medical Insurance	$200

*Cashier Billed Expenses are those charges billed directly to your UNC ConnectCarolina account.

Out of Pocket Estimates**
Expense	Estimated Amount
UNSW Tuition (DIRECT ENROLL ONLY)	$9,000 (direct enroll ONLY)
International Airfare	$2,000
Housing	$6,200
Meals	$1,800
Immigration Visa/Residence Permit	$500
Health Insurance***	$200
Passport Application Renewal	$145
Course Materials	$275
International Cell Phone Plan	$350

Personal Expenses
Travel Insurance	$400
Local Transportation	$400
Personal Travel	$1,500
Incidentals (ex. Laundry)	$650

Other Personal Expenses****
Total Estimated Expenses (In-State):	$20,829
Total Estimated Expenses (Direct Enroll):	$25,320

Withdrawal Policy: Once a student accepts their offer/enrolls on a study abroad program, the spot will be considered filled and will not be offered to another student. Students who withdraw from UBP Global are responsible for non-recoverable costs including the Global Programs Administrative Fee. Your student account will be assessed charges to cover any/all amounts that Kenan-Flagler UBP Global programs has committed or paid on your behalf and are non-recoverable at the time of withdrawal. Such costs include, housing, meals, transportation and any expenses that may be associated with faculty and support participation on your program (if applicable).

**Out of Pocket Estimates are based on the cost of the program, which is determined by combining the average costs our previous students have spent in each of these categories, along with the costs our partner provides to us as their averages. These estimates are subject to change based on exchange rate fluctuations, bank fees, and individual variances in costs of living.

***Health Insurance Policy approved by the Australian government (OSHC) and to be purchased prior to submitting visa application. This insurance is in addition to the University’s required GeoBlue Health Insurance. UNSW will provide guidance on purchasing OSHC upon enrollment to the program.

****Other Expenses: our budget worksheet (xlsx) also has a place for you to input other expenses outside of the out-of-pocket estimates that you may incur, such as attending concerts or sporting events.

Funding your global program

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Travel Documents

Do you have a valid passport? If yes, check your passport’s expiration date to ensure that your passport is valid at least 6 months after your program’s scheduled end date. If not, you’ll need to submit a passport renewal application.

Do you need to apply for a passport (first time or renew)? If yes, we recommend that you get started on your passport application right away as you’ll need time to collect documents like your birth certificate to include as part of your application. For complete instructions click here.

Will I need immigration documents? If you are accepted into this program you will need to obtain a visa permitting you to study in Australia. For your visa application, you will need your passport along with other documentation from our office and the host university office. Please set up an appointment with your Global Programs Advisor to discuss.

Meet with an Advisor

UBP students can schedule a meeting with Ben Hershey to learn more about this and other Semester programs in Asia, South America, and Oceania by clicking on the “Schedule Appointment” link below.

Schedule Appointment

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