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74 | UNSW International Undergraduate Guide 2011 | www.unsw.edu.auenglish language requirementsAll applicants for admission to UNSW programs, either in Australia oroverseas, whose first language is not English must provide evidencethat their English language ability meets the requirements foradmission. The required evidence may take the form of results from anacceptable English language test undertaken no more than two yearsprior to the commencement of the program at UNSW. Only originalcopies of test certificates will be accepted.Alternatively, applicants whose first language is not English but whohave undertaken at least one year of full-time academic study at auniversity or other post-secondary or approved secondary educationalinstitutions where the sole language of instruction and examinationwas English may not be required to undertake a language test if theycan provide a statement or certificate issued by the Registrar’s office ofthat institution confirming this. This study must have been undertakenno more than two years prior to the commencement of the programat UNSW. Medium of English instruction cases are reviewed carefullyand do not automatically meet UNSW English language proficiencyrequirements.All candidates who provide an English test score which does not meetthe University’s minimum requirement or who do not provide evidenceof English language proficiency will be assessed for admission and,if they meet the academic entry requirements, will be issued with aConditional Offer of admission. After the English language requirementhas been met a Full Offer of admission will be issued for the nextavailable semester.Similarly, applicants who have a minimum IELTS overall score of 5.0(indicative grade only - subject to change) and who meet the academicentry requirements for the University may apply for a ConditionalPackage Offer. Please note that, due to quota restrictions, packageoffers may not be available for all programs each semester or mayrequire a higher minimum IELTS overall score. A Conditional PackageOffer enables candidates to apply for a student visa for the duration oftheir English language program and UNSW studies.All university applicants are obliged to meet separate minimumlanguage proficiency requirements set by the Australian Department ofImmigration and Citizenship when applying for a student visa.www.immi.gov.au/studentsAccepted Tests of English ProficiencyInternational English Language Testing System (IELTS)The Academic Test Modules must be undertaken. An overall minimumscore of 6.5 is required together with a minimum score of at least 6.0 ineach of the sub-tests of listening, reading, speaking and writing.UNSW Institute of Languages is an official IELTS test centre.www.languages.unsw.edu.au/testing/IELTS.htmlwww.ielts.orgTest of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)(UNSW ETS Institution Code is 0890)Internet-based test: Applicants must achieve an overall minimum scoreof 90 with a minimum in Writing of 24.Paper-based test: Applicants must achieve an overall minimum score of577 with a minimum score of 5.0 in the TWE (Test of Written English).The paper-based test must include the TWE.UNSW Institute of Languages is an official TOEFL test centre.www.languages.unsw.edu.au/testing/TOEFL.htmlwww.ets.org/toeflUniversity English Entry Course (UEEC)UEEC, conducted at the Institute of Languages, is a 10-week intensiveEnglish language program. The minimum acceptable score iscompletion of the UEEC with a grade of C+ (grade point 7.0) and witha minimum score of at least 20 in the Writing Component. Some UNSWprograms require a higher grade.www.languages.unsw.edu.au/engforuniversity/ueec.htmlIn addition to the English language proficiency tests and priorstudy outlined above, UNSW also accepts a number of academicqualifications as meeting the English language requirements.Information about these qualifications and the full English languagerequirement policy can be found at:www.unsw.edu.au/futureStudents/postgradCourse/sad/fspgengreqpol.html
www.unsw.edu.au | UNSW International Undergraduate Guide 2011 | 75unsw institute of languagesAustralia’s leading language training centreUNSW Institute of Languages, established in 1966, is the mostcomprehensive language education organisation in Australia. TheInstitute provides a range of flexible and varied language trainingcourses and services for international students and to the Australiancommunity.The UNSW Institute of Languages welcomes students from over 60countries, providing pathways to further academic study, personaldevelopment and cross-cultural understanding. The Institute offerscomprehensive general and academic English language preparationprograms that lead to direct entry into UNSW at the undergraduateand postgraduate levels.The Institute provides the 10-week University English Entry Course(UEEC), designed for students who have received a Conditional Offerof admission to study at UNSW because they narrowly missed theEnglish language requirement. Students who successfully pass thiscourse are not required to sit a further external English proficiencytest and will be admitted directly to UNSW. Currently, 80% to 85% ofstudents complete and pass the UEEC successfully.The UNSW Institute of Languages has a comprehensive AcademicEnglish program. Classes are tailored to prepare students for successfultertiary study in Australia. Content includes essay writing and criticalthinking, essential skills for success in an English speaking learningenvironment. The curriculum also includes language developmentas well as comprehensive instruction on study skills covering areasincluding note taking, presentation skills and accessing referencematerial. In addition, the UNSW Institute of Languages providescomprehensive test preparation courses in IELTS and testing in IELTSand TOEFL. The Institute is an official IELTS and TOEFL test centre.Facilities and ServicesThe Institute’s Library Support Unit provides leading-edge facilitiesfor independent learning and can be used by students both insideand outside classroom hours. The Institute’s on-campus location alsoenables students to have access to UNSW resources including library,sporting and support services. Welfare and further studies counsellingservices available to students include: accommodation service; airportpickup; international cafés; internet access; UNSW libraries; Arc;University Health Service; UNSW Lifestyle Centre; social activitiesand excursions. Students can join a variety of sports clubs. Sportingactivities include swimming, gym, golf, aerobics, tennis, horse riding,water skiing, badminton and basketball.When to ApplyThere is no fixed application deadline. However, as the demand forthe Institute’s programs is very high, we suggest you apply at leasttwo months before the date you intend to start your language studies.As a general guide, 10 weeks language study is required to increasean IELTS score by 0.5 of a point (each band) and TOEFL by about 25points. If, for example, you have an overall IELTS score of 5.5 and yourequire 6.5 to gain entry into UNSW then you may need between 20to 30 weeks of English study. The UNSW Institute of Languages canrecommend the appropriate course length based on a recent IELTSscore or from a placement test on the first day of term.Please refer to the back of the guide for the Application Form.Packaged VisasThe Institute’s courses and UNSW degrees can be packaged into asingle visa covering the entire period of study. When a student requiresEnglish language studies, simply apply to UNSW and the Institute ofLanguages. On successful admission, students can obtain one visa forthe entire duration of their studies.More InformationFurther information may be obtained from:UNSW Global Student Services223 Anzac Parade, KensingtonUNSW Sydney 2052, AustraliaT: +61 2 9385 5396F: +61 2 9662 2651E: admissions@unswglobal.unsw.edu.auwww.languages.unsw.edu.auCOURSE FEES2010** (A$)Enrolment Fee $220Per 5 weeks/Term $2,125Per 10 weeks $4,250TERM DATES 2010 2011Term 1* 04 Jan - 05 Feb 04 Jan - 04 FebTerm 2* 08 Feb - 12 Mar 07 Feb - 11 MarTerm 3 15 Mar - 16 Apr 14 Mar - 15 AprTerm 4* 03 May - 04 Jun 02 May - 03 JunTerm 5 07 Jun - 09 Jul 06 Jun - 08 JulTerm 6* 19 Jul - 20 Aug 18 Jul - 19 AugTerm 7 23 Aug - 24 Sept 22 Aug - 23 SeptTerm 8* 11 Oct - 12 Nov 10 Oct - 11 NovTerm 9* 15 Nov - 17 Dec 14 Nov - 16 Dec* UEEC programs available** 2011 fees may change
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