Online University English Entry Course (OUEEC)
Improve your English and academic skills from anywhere in the world.
What is Online University English Entry Course (OUEEC)?
The Online University English Entry Course (OUEEC) is designed for international students who aim to progress to an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework or research) degree at UNSW Sydney but do not meet UNSW’s English entry requirements. This 5 or 10-week program allows you to study from anywhere in the world and gain the skills and confidence to succeed at UNSW. If you successfully pass OUEEC, you do not need to sit any other English tests.
Be among the 93% of UEEC students who progress to UNSW with the confidence and ability to study at university.
Intakes
January, May, October*
Duration
5 or 10 weeks*
Weekly contact hours
20 hours + 10 hours of independent self-study
Progression
An undergraduate or postgraduate degree at UNSW Sydney
Delivery mode
Online
* The Online UEEC 5 week program is only available in the January intake. The 10 week program is only available in the May and October intakes.
Please note: This program is only available to students based outside Australia.
- Overview
- Progress to UNSW
- What you'll learn
- Entry requirements
- Key dates
- Fees
Who is this program for?
Our Online University English Entry Course caters to international students who want to meet UNSW Sydney's English entry requirements. If you've received a conditional offer from UNSW Sydney but did not meet the English entry requirements, this program is for you. You'll improve your writing, speaking and digital literacy skills, and develop independent learning abilities while receiving personalised feedback.
Once you complete the Online University English Entry Course, you'll be ready to progress straight into your bachelor’s or master’s degree at UNSW Sydney.
Why study Online UEEC with UNSW College?
Unlock your potential
This program helps you meet the English requirement for your chosen degree at UNSW, with no need for additional English tests if you pass.
Seamless transition to UNSW
The OUEEC is specially built to prepare you to succeed in the UNSW degree of your choice. You’ll learn content based on UNSW lectures and readings, giving you a preview of what’s to come after you finish your course.
Learn from anywhere
Study online from the comfort of your own home (or anywhere in the world!). This eliminates the need for a visa right away and saves you money on additional living costs in Australia while studying English.
Your future at UNSW
The OUEEC provides a great foundation for your academic journey at UNSW. UNSW Sydney is a global top-20 university with the best resources available to help you build a great career and a bright future.
Once you successfully complete your Online University English Entry Course, you can progress to a UNSW Sydney to complete the bachelor’s degree or master’s degree of your choice.
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Worldwide
QS World University Rankings, 2025.
Most
Employable Graduates
AFR Top 100 Future leaders Award.
Leading
Innovation
#1 Australian uni attended by start-up founders.
Overview
The OUEEC consists of 20 hours of weekly class time. Additionally, it is recommended that you undertake an extra 10 hours of self-study and assessment work to maximise your learning outcomes.
OUEEC will equip you to succeed in real-world student settings. Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll have the practical tools you need to get the most out of every lecture, assignment and assessment.
These skills include:
- Giving academic presentations
- Contributing effectively and confidently to group discussions
- Reading university-level text
- Developing independent learning strategies
- Using established academic rules and principles
- Understanding lectures, discussions and media reports
During the course, you will listen to real lectures, discussions and media reports; practice giving academic presentations; read university-level texts; write essays, case study analyses and reports, and learn about independent learning strategies that fit you and your learning pathway.
You will have regular check-ins with our experienced UNSW teachers who will help prepare you for the academic journey ahead. Their knowledge of course material and university course structure will help prepare you for your future at UNSW.
Entry requirements
The Online University English Entry Course is designed for international students who have received a conditional offer from UNSW Sydney. This program is only available to students based outside Australia.
You will be placed in an appropriate class based on a test score under the following conditions:
- IELTS, TOEFL and PTE tests must have been taken within 24 months of the enrolment date.
- If you have variations in test subscores from the entry requirements for UEEC (5 or 10 weeks), it could mean you are not eligible for Online UEEC (5 or 10 weeks). You could be eligible for additional weeks of English (UEEC15 or UEEC20) in person at the next available intake.
- UNSW College reserves the right to require you to undertake our placement test to confirm appropriate course placement.
- UNSW College reserves the right to make changes to this course placement guide without notice.
- UNSW College also accepts Cambridge Advanced English (CAE).
| UNSW Direct entry | Program | IELTS |
| Overall 7.0 No score less than 6.0 | UEEC 10 | Overall 6.5 Writing 6.0 No score less than 5.5 |
| Overall 6.5 Writing 6.0 No score less than 6.0 | UEEC 10 | Overall 6.0 Writing 6.0 Subscores 5.5, Speaking 5.0 |
| Overall 7.0 No scores less than 7.0 | UEEC 10 | Overall 6.5 No scores less than 6.5 |
| Overall 7.0 Writing 6.5 Speaking and Listening 7.5 | UEEC 10 | Overall 6.5 Writing 6.5 Speaking and Listening 7.0 |
| Overall 7.0 Writing 7.0 No score less than 6.5 | UEEC 10 | Overall 6.5 Writing 6.5 No score less than 6.0 |
Overall 6.5 |
UEEC 5 |
Overall 6.0 with all sub-scores 6.0 OR |
UEEC 5
|
Overall 6.5 with no sub score less than 5.5. | |
Overall 7.0 |
UEEC 5
|
Overall 6.5 and all sub-scores 6.5 OR |
UEEC 5
|
Overall 7.0 with no sub score less than 5.5 |
Academic calendars
The academic calendar consists of important dates throughout your study period such as Orientation, census dates, study weeks, exam weeks and breaks for your program or course of study.
Items marked with ( * ) are required to be completed to continue
Orientation dates for Academic English Programs are on the first day of classes. You will receive information about Orientation a few weeks prior to your start date.
5 week program
| English Program Start | English Program Finish | Results |
|---|---|---|
| 6-Jan-2025 | 7-Feb-2025 | 6-Feb-2025 |
10 week program
Online University English Entry Course fees
2024 tuition fees
A$630 per week
2025 tuition fees
A$668 per week
| Weeks | 2025 tuition fees |
|---|---|
| 5 weeks | A$3,340 |
| 10 weeks | A$6,680 |
Note: The tuition fee that you will pay depends on the calendar year in which you undertake your study in the course. Fees are reviewed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed, so it’s important to remember that indicative tuition fees shown above are not guaranteed. Any update to fees is effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are for tuition only – other fees and charges are not included.
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Why study with UNSW College?
More than 50 years experience
As the first university language centre in Australia, we have more than 50 years experience in teaching English and preparing students for university.
Support as you learn
Our English language programs are designed for international students like you, so you can develop the study skills to take the next step with confidence.
A connected experience
Don’t let distance stop you from accessing a world-class university education. Study with people in your time zone and build your own network.
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