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University of New England [UNE] Armidale, Admission Criteria & Application Deadlines 2023

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University of New England rated 5 stars for Overall Experience by Good Universities Guide 2022 for 15 years in a row is home to five study centres in the country. It offers a range of programs for international students aspiring to study in Australia including English language courses, UG and PG courses and HDR programs. UNE also provides opportunities for Study Abroad program, study online or distance learning. International candidates seeking to study at UNE can apply via the university online portal along with paying a non-refundable fee of 40 USD.

Submission of supporting documents that includes academic transcripts, proof of fund, ELP score, passport, LOR, and medical records are essential. For aspirants from India, it is mandatory to have a CBSE or Higher Secondary Certificate with an average of 60%. An educational qualification that is comparable to an Australian Qualifications Framework is required for PG admissions. As English language proficiency proof, the IELTS score of 6.0 and TOEFL iBT score of 79 is accepted by the university. The average tuition fee for international students is about 21,808 AUD to 33,856 AUD.

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Table of Contents

UNE Highlights
UNE Admission Deadlines
UNE International Admission
3.1 English Language Proficiency
3.2 Visa Requirements
UNE UG Admission
4.1 Country-Specific Requirements
UNE PG Admission
5.1 Popular PG Courses
FAQs

Highlights

Application Portal	Application Form
Type	Public
International Students	7.3%
No. of Online Courses	170
No. of Academic Staff	523
Number of Students	25,328
Courses	Online and In-campus
Research Output	High
Average Tuition Fees Per year	Undergraduate: 22,700 AUD Postgraduate: 24,300 AUD
Academic Calendar	Trimester
Official Website	www.une.edu.au

University of New England Admission Deadlines, 2023

University of New England, Australia admission takes place on a trimester basis. Trimester two commences from June 28, 2023, and Trimester three commences from October 25, 2023. The final closing date for Trimester two is May 28, 2023, and the final closing date for Trimester three is September 26, 2023. The admission dates and deadlines are as follows:

Courses	Trimester 2 Deadlines
Bachelor of Education (In-Service Conversion) (Music Major Only)	June 10, 2023
Graduate Certificate in Data and Cyber Management	June 21, 2023
Masters of Business Administration (Data and Cyber Management)	June 21, 2023
Bachelor of Agribusiness with Honours	June 18, 2023
Bachelor of Arts with Honours (Criminology, Geography, Linguistics or Sociology)	June 18, 2023
Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours	June 18, 2023
Bachelor of Criminology with Honours	June 18, 2023
Bachelor of Economics with Honours	June 18, 2023
Bachelor of International Studies with Honours	June 18, 2023
Bachelor of Nursing with Honours	June 18, 2023
Bachelor of Science with Honours	June 18, 2023
Bachelor of Social Science with Honours	June 18, 2023

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University of New England International Students Admissions

UNE offers various programs to international students including undergraduate (bachelor) programs, Postgraduate (Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Masters) programs, International Exchange and Study Abroad, English Language Centre programs, and Individual UNE units (Non-Award) program.

International students applying to the University of New England should attach the certified copies of the below-mentioned documents:

Transcripts of previous educational qualifications
Photo page of Passport or any other birth record or certificate
English Language Proficiency test score
Any other document required to fill the online application form

Note:

Candidates must complete the International Students Candidature Application Form for a Higher Degree for Research (HDR).
If the required documents are not in English, students must get the document translated into English and submit it along with the certified copy of the original documents.

English Language Proficiency Requirements for International Student

Tests	Scores
IELTS	6.0 No sub-band less than 5.5.
TOEFL iBT	79 No less than 22 in the writing component
PTE (Academic)	57 No skill less than 50

Australian Student Visa Process for International Students

For international students, an Australian student visa is compulsory before coming to Australia. Australian Government Department of Home Affairs handles all the processes and procedures regarding visa application and their fees. Students need the offer letter from UNE to apply for a student visa through ImmiAccount. The application fee is around 620 AUD for subclass 500. Students also need a minimum fund of 62,222 AUD as proof of finances.

Documents required to apply for the student permit are:

Offer letter from the college.
Passport.
Proof of financial support.
Overseas Student Health Insurance
GTE documents
Evidence of OSHC
For candidates below 18 years of age, student welfare has to be maintained during the stay.

University of New England Undergraduate Admissions

The University of New England academic year is divided into three trimesters. UNE undergraduate programs are mostly open for admission in Trimester 2 & 3. Before applying to the undergraduate programs, international students should keep in mind some of the guidelines:

Application Portal: UNE Undergraduate Application
Documents required for the application:

High-school transcripts
Scores of exams required to study in Australia
Letters of Recommendation
Medical Record
Overseas Student Health Cover

Country-Specific Requirements for International Students

Country	Qualification	Entry Requirement
India	All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) OR Higher School Certificate	First Division Pass (60% average)
China	Senior Middle School Certificate of Graduation	The average score of 70% or above 5 weeks Introductory Academic Program (IAP)
Nepal	Tribhuvan University Proficiency Certificate	Minimum of 60% in four academically relevant subjects
Pakistan	Higher Secondary School (Intermediate) Certificate	A grade average of 60% (First Division)
Sri Lanka	GCE ‘A’ Levels	The equivalent of 8 points in a minimum of 4 relevant ‘A’ Level academic subjects*

University of New England Graduate Admissions

The University of New England offers 31 postgraduate programs in various disciplines like Business and Management, Humanities, Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Computer Science and IT, Medical and Health, and many more. Most UNE postgraduate programs are open to apply in Trimester 3. There is no application fee for the postgraduate application. Candidates need to submit additional documents:

Required Documents:

The candidate must have completed an educational qualification that is comparable to an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) bachelor’s degree.
Original transcript of college/university
Statement of Purpose
CV/ Resume
Letters of Recommendation
Interview or Portfolio (Optional)
IELTS score must be at least 6.0 or equivalent.

The top graduate programs at UNE and their requirements and fees structure are discussed below:

Programs	Eligibility Criteria	Fees (in AUD)
Masters in Information Technology (Business)	Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information System or Information Technology	53,648
Masters in Computer Science	Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information System or Information Technology	53,648
Masters in Data Science	Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information System or Information Technology	53,648
Master of Business Administration	The candidate shall be an international student and hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification in a relevant field.	40,056

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UNE is one of the most experienced distance education providers among Australian Universities, now providing online education for students worldwide. It offers 200+ courses at undergraduate, postgraduate and higher degree research levels across its main UNE Armidale campus and UNE Sydney study centre. The admissions committee reviews each application holistically. Admission decisions are released within 4-6 weeks of application submission.

FAQs

Ques. How can I apply to the University of New England?

Ans. The candidate can apply in two ways at UNE. Students can apply directly through the application portal on the official website. Candidates can also apply through an approved agent.

Ques. From whom I can get the documents certified for the application process?

Ans. The candidate can get their documents certified by Justice of the peace or bail justice, Public Notary, Barrister and solicitor, Registrar or deputy registrar of a court of law, A member of the police force, A registered medical practitioner, dentist or veterinary practitioner, A pharmacist, and A manager of a bank. The candidate just needs to take the photocopy of the documents along with the original documents to the authorized person mentioned above for verification.

Ques. Do I need to take all English Language Proficiency Test for admission?

Ans. No, a candidate does not need to take all the English Language Proficiency Test for admission. A candidate just needs to take one of the English Language Proficiency Test among TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE (Academics) and score the qualifying marks in the test.

Ques. What are the entry requirements for the international students at the University of New England, Australia?

Ans. The entry requirement for international students varies from country to country. International students can apply for any course by checking the eligibility criteria as per their country and English Language Proficiency Scores are common for all the students.

Ques. What are the programs offered by the University of New England?

Ans. University of New England offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, higher research level programs, online courses in multiple disciplines like Animals and Agriculture, Business and Finance, Law and Criminology, Pathways to University, Research Degrees and many more.