UNSW Sydney Malaysia

QS World Ranking #20 • Go8 Member • MIT of the Southern Hemisphere

Sydney, Australia

UNSW Sydney

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UNSW Sydney, established in 1949, is a core member of Australia's Group of Eight (Go8), ranking 20th in the 2026 QS World University Rankings and known as the "MIT of the Southern Hemisphere". UNSW has Australia's largest engineering faculty, with world-leading research achievements in quantum computing, photovoltaic solar energy, and HIV drug research. The university excels across multiple disciplines including engineering and technology, computer science, business, law, medicine, and arts and design, with engineering and technology ranking among the world's top programs. UNSW is globally renowned for its exceptional academic reputation, world-class research achievements, and innovative teaching methods, having produced numerous Nobel laureates, Rhodes Scholars, and leaders in politics and business, providing students with a world-class educational experience and vast career development opportunities. The university maintains close partnerships with numerous renowned global enterprises and research institutions, providing students with rich internship and employment opportunities.See More

#20

2026 QS World University Rankings

Go8

Group of Eight Core Member

MIT

MIT of the Southern Hemisphere

1949

Established

Campuses

UNSW Sydney has 4 campuses across New South Wales and Canberra, offering students diverse learning environments and opportunities.

Kensington Main Campus

Paddington Campus

Sydney CBD

Canberra Campus

Location

Kensington, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Nearby

Located approximately 7km southeast of Sydney's city centre, this is UNSW's main campus. The campus is adjacent to Sydney Harbour, Coogee Beach, and Randwick, approximately 15 minutes by car from the central business district, with a beautiful environment and convenient transport.

Getting Here

Easily accessible by train, bus, and light rail. The campus is approximately 5 minutes walk from Kensington Station and 20 minutes by car from Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith).

Faculties

Home to UNSW's main faculties including Engineering, Business, Science, Law, Medicine, Arts and Design, Built Environment, and Arts and Social Sciences.

About

Kensington Main Campus is UNSW's core campus, spanning 38 hectares with world-class teaching and research facilities. The campus combines modern architecture with green spaces, including advanced libraries, laboratories, engineering labs, arts centres, and sports facilities, providing students with an exceptional learning environment. The campus houses Australia's largest engineering faculty, with world-leading research facilities in quantum computing and photovoltaic solar energy.

Spring

Sep - Nov

12-22°C

Summer

Dec - Feb

20-26°C

Autumn

Mar - May

12-20°C

Winter

Jun - Aug

7-14°C

Season	Months	Temperature
Spring	Sep - Nov	12-22°C
Summer	Dec - Feb	20-26°C
Autumn	Mar - May	12-20°C
Winter	Jun - Aug	7-14°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 1,800-3,500

Penang (PEN) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,200-4,200

Johor Bahru (JHB) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,000-3,800

Location

Paddington, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Nearby

Located in Sydney's eastern suburbs, approximately 3km from the city centre. The campus is adjacent to Paddington Markets, Victoria Barracks, and Centennial Park, surrounded by numerous art galleries, cafes, and fashion boutiques, making it one of Sydney's most vibrant arts and cultural areas.

Getting Here

Easily accessible by bus and light rail. The campus is approximately 10 minutes by car from Sydney's central business district, with convenient transport connections.

Faculties

Primarily houses the Art and Design Faculty, offering courses in arts, design, media, and architecture. The campus features world-class art studios, design laboratories, and exhibition spaces.

About

Paddington Campus is UNSW's centre for art and design education, featuring world-class art and design facilities. The campus provides students with a learning environment closely connected to Sydney's arts community, nurturing future artists, designers, and creative professionals. The campus houses modern art studios, design laboratories, digital media centres, and exhibition spaces.

Spring

Sep - Nov

12-22°C

Summer

Dec - Feb

20-26°C

Autumn

Mar - May

12-20°C

Winter

Jun - Aug

7-14°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 1,800-3,500

Penang (PEN) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,200-4,200

Johor Bahru (JHB) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,000-3,800

Location

Sydney Central Business District, New South Wales, Australia

Nearby

Located in the heart of Sydney's city centre, adjacent to Sydney Harbour, Circular Quay, and the Sydney Opera House. The campus is surrounded by numerous business institutions, financial institutions, law firms, and government departments, making it Sydney's most important commercial and financial centre.

Getting Here

Located at the heart of Sydney's transport hub, easily accessible by train, bus, light rail, and ferry. The campus is just minutes walk from Sydney Central Station, with extremely convenient transport connections.

Faculties

Primarily houses the Business School, Law School, and some postgraduate courses, offering courses in business, law, finance, and management. The campus maintains close connections with Sydney's business community, providing students with rich internship and employment opportunities.

About

Sydney CBD Campus is UNSW's important teaching base in Sydney's city centre, featuring modern teaching facilities and a business learning environment. The campus provides students with a learning experience closely connected to Sydney's business and financial community, nurturing future business leaders and legal professionals. The campus houses modern classrooms, meeting rooms, business laboratories, and career development centres.

Spring

Sep - Nov

12-22°C

Summer

Dec - Feb

20-26°C

Autumn

Mar - May

12-20°C

Winter

Jun - Aug

7-14°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 1,800-3,500

Penang (PEN) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,200-4,200

Johor Bahru (JHB) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,000-3,800

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Nearby

Located in Australia's capital Canberra, adjacent to the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) and the Australian National University. The campus is surrounded by numerous government agencies, research institutions, and international organizations, making it Australia's political and academic centre.

Getting Here

Accessible by plane, car, and bus. The campus is approximately 15 minutes by car from Canberra Airport and about 3 hours drive from Sydney.

Faculties

Primarily offers courses in defence studies, public policy, international relations, and engineering. The campus maintains close collaboration with the Australian Defence Force Academy, providing students with unique academic and career development opportunities.

About

Canberra Campus is UNSW's important teaching base in Australia's capital, featuring modern teaching facilities and a unique learning environment. The campus provides students with a learning experience closely connected to the Australian government, defence agencies, and international organizations, nurturing future policy makers, defence experts, and international relations professionals. The campus houses modern classrooms, research laboratories, conference facilities, and career development centres.

Spring

Sep - Nov

10-20°C

Summer

Dec - Feb

18-28°C

Autumn

Mar - May

10-18°C

Winter

Jun - Aug

5-12°C

Season	Months	Temperature
Spring	Sep - Nov	10-20°C
Summer	Dec - Feb	18-28°C
Autumn	Mar - May	10-18°C
Winter	Jun - Aug	5-12°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Canberra (CBR)

MYR 2,200-4,200

Penang (PEN) ↔ Canberra (CBR)

MYR 2,600-4,800

Johor Bahru (JHB) ↔ Canberra (CBR)

MYR 2,400-4,500

Location

Dookie, Victoria, Australia

Nearby

Located approximately 220km northeast of Melbourne, this is a specialized campus for agricultural and veterinary science research, featuring extensive farms and agricultural facilities.

Getting Here

Accessible by car, approximately 2.5 hours drive from Melbourne.

Faculties

Primarily offers courses in agricultural science, animal science, and veterinary science, featuring specialized farms, pastures, and veterinary facilities.

About

Dookie Campus is the University of Melbourne's specialized campus for agricultural and veterinary science education, providing students with opportunities for practical learning and research in real agricultural environments.

Spring

Sep - Nov

10-22°C

Summer

Dec - Feb

20-30°C

Autumn

Mar - May

10-20°C

Winter

Jun - Aug

5-15°C

Season	Months	Temperature
Spring	Sep - Nov	10-22°C
Summer	Dec - Feb	20-30°C
Autumn	Mar - May	10-20°C
Winter	Jun - Aug	5-15°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 1,800-3,500

Penang (PEN) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,200-4,200

Johor Bahru (JHB) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,000-3,800

Location

Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Nearby

Located approximately 180km northeast of Melbourne, this is an important campus for the University of Melbourne's regional medical and health science education.

Getting Here

Accessible by car and train, approximately 2 hours drive from Melbourne.

Faculties

Primarily offers courses in medicine, nursing, and health sciences, with close collaboration with local healthcare institutions.

About

Shepparton Campus is an important base for the University of Melbourne's regional medical education, providing students with opportunities for practical learning and clinical training in regional healthcare environments.

Spring

Sep - Nov

10-22°C

Summer

Dec - Feb

20-30°C

Autumn

Mar - May

10-20°C

Winter

Jun - Aug

5-15°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 1,800-3,500

Penang (PEN) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,200-4,200

Johor Bahru (JHB) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,000-3,800

Location

Werribee, Victoria, Australia

Nearby

Located approximately 30km southwest of Melbourne, this is an important campus for the University of Melbourne's veterinary science education, featuring specialized veterinary hospitals and animal facilities.

Getting Here

Accessible by car and train, approximately 40 minutes drive from Melbourne.

Faculties

Primarily offers courses in veterinary science, featuring world-class veterinary hospitals, animal clinics, and research facilities.

About

Werribee Campus is the University of Melbourne's specialized campus for veterinary science education, providing students with opportunities for practical learning and clinical training in real veterinary environments, nurturing future veterinary professionals.

Spring

Sep - Nov

12-22°C

Summer

Dec - Feb

20-26°C

Autumn

Mar - May

12-20°C

Winter

Jun - Aug

7-14°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 1,800-3,500

Penang (PEN) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,200-4,200

Johor Bahru (JHB) ↔ Sydney (SYD)

MYR 2,000-3,800

Living Costs Estimation

Based on Australian government guidelines and official estimates. Costs are calculated in real-time using current exchange rates.

Kensington Main Campus

Accommodation (per month)

A$1,200-A$1,800 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (per month)

A$400-A$600 MYR 0

Transport (per month)

A$100-A$150 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (per month)

A$150-A$250 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (per month)

A$300-A$500 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Cost

A$2,150-A$3,300 MYR 0

* Based on Australian government student living cost estimates for Sydney

Paddington Campus

Accommodation (per month)

A$1,200-A$1,800 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (per month)

A$400-A$600 MYR 0

Transport (per month)

A$100-A$150 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (per month)

A$150-A$250 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (per month)

A$300-A$500 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Cost

A$2,150-A$3,300 MYR 0

* Based on Australian government student living cost estimates for Sydney

Sydney CBD

Accommodation (per month)

A$1,000-A$1,500 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (per month)

A$350-A$550 MYR 0

Transport (per month)

A$80-A$120 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (per month)

A$120-A$200 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (per month)

A$250-A$400 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Cost

A$1,800-A$2,770 MYR 0

* Based on Australian government student living cost estimates for Sydney

Canberra Campus

Accommodation (per month)

A$800-A$1,200 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (per month)

A$300-A$500 MYR 0

Transport (per month)

A$100-A$150 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (per month)

A$100-A$180 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (per month)

A$200-A$350 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Cost

A$1,500-A$2,380 MYR 0

* Based on Australian government Canberra student living cost estimates

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