Introducing UNSW
Global top 20 university
Ranked #2 best university in Australia and #20 globally*.
A Group of Eight university
A leading Go8 university, UNSW is renowned for world-class research.
#1 in graduate employment
Ranked 1st in Australia and 29th globally for graduate employment outcomes*.
UNSW graduates highest earning
UNSW graduates earn the highest median salaries among all Go8 universities**.
* QS World University Rankings, 2026.
** QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey (medium-term), 2022.
How the award works
Unlock your potential with a global top 20 Australian university.
*Acceptance depends on the successful completion of a SIM Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma prior to fulfilling all entry criteria set by UNSW.
Your Articulation Pathway to UNSW
Gain admission
to SIM
Meet the academic and English language entry requirements for your programme.
Complete SIM programme
Finish the required SIM courses with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65% or higher to meet UNSW’s entry criteria.
Apply to
UNSW
Submit an application to transition to the corresponding UNSW Online master’s degree.
Gain admission
to UNSW
Upon successful admission, complete and obtain your Master's degree from UNSW Sydney.
A Flexible Online Learning Environment Designed for Professionals*
*Important note: Students studying UNSW Online master’s degrees are not eligible for an Australian student visa (subclass 500) or a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485).
Your Career, Your Life, Your Master's
- On Your Terms
Enjoy the flexibility of 100% online study while balancing your personal and professional commitments. SIM and UNSW utilise an accelerated, part-time format that allows you to focus on one course per term, so you can complete your master's degree in as little as two years.
Receive Personalised, Collaborative Support
Just like our SIM programmes, every UNSW online student is assigned a personal Student Success Advisor, available for one-on-one guidance by phone or email. The online learning platform also makes it easy to connect with course facilitators and fellow students, fostering a collaborative academic environment.
