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A UNSW Foundation Studies Program is your supportive pathway to the First Year of any UNSW degree. 
Our programs are designed to suit your academic and English skills and prepare you for studying at university. We support you with personalised learning, small classes and social activities to help build your future at UNSW. 

What is Foundation Studies Standard Plus Program?
A UNSW Foundation Studies Program is your supportive pathway to the First Year of any UNSW degree. The 12-month Standard Plus Program covers the same material as Standard, with a few extra subjects that suit your stream, such as Business Studies and Critical Skills and Collaboration. This program gives you more time to build your knowledge, skills and confidence before starting university.

Our programs are designed to suit different academic and English skill levels, so you get the support you need from start to finish. This includes personalised learning, small classes and social activities to help build your future at UNSW, plus you’ll choose a specific learning stream that aligns with your degree.

Who is this program for?
The Foundation Studies Standard Plus Program has been designed specifically for international students who have completed Year 11 with good general results but need support in building crucial English and critical thinking skills needed for university. If you haven’t met the entry requirements for the Standard Program, try this program or the Extended Program.  

As a pre-university program, you can select the stream that best aligns with your chosen degree, so your learning is more tailored. By participating in lectures and tutorials, you’ll have the chance to improve your English and presentation skills in a supported environment that will prepare you for your degree.

Why study with UNSW Global?

Design and Architecture Stream
Create a world the way you see it. The Design & Architecture stream is designed for students planning on studying a degree within the UNSW Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture. This stream can lead you to a range of degrees including Architectural Studies, Interior or Landscape Architecture, Industrial Design, Design, Art Theory, Fine Arts, Planning, Construction Management and more.

Leading to: Bachelor of Design
The UNSW Bachelor of Design is a three-year degree when studied full time. Discover how to transform creative thinking into design action to make your mark on the world.

Whether your interest is in graphics, textiles, visualisation or object design, creating spaces or user experiences, rethinking everyday products and services, or writing code to develop future focused design ideas – you'll see how design can influence the future.

Find out how historical, social, cultural and technological values apply to design no matter which specialisation you choose as your focus. Challenge conventional methods and find innovative solutions to complex problems. You'll combine creativity and independent thinking with practical and technical skills, unlocking a lifelong career that provides genuine and meaningful impact.

Major: Integrated Design
The integrated design specialisation strongly focuses on solutions that respect human diversity and environmental sustainability while building skills in multiple areas of design. You'll choose at least two of these areas from graphic design, object design, textiles, experiences, interaction (UX), and 3D visualisation.

We'll introduce you to this range of design disciplines, starting with the fundamentals. Working in state-of-the-art studios, you'll build core skills grounded in deep reflection on diverse historical, social, cultural and technological values.

Develop knowledge and skills while discovering how design can change society through professional practice. Take advantage of our strong industry connections to grow your professional network and employability with internship opportunities here and overseas.

Graphic
Graphic design uses the skills of typography, image making, colour and design systems to develop effective and inspiring visual communications. Apply creative thinking to brand identities, innovative packaging, visually striking publications, and graphic design in 3D spaces. You’ll develop strong portfolio projects that demonstrate your voice as an emerging designer.