University of New England

University of New England (UNE) is a public university in Australia that offers on-campus and online study. Its digital learning earned the highest Diamond rating in a peer review.

• Programs: undergraduate, postgraduate, and Higher Degree Research,
• Study options: on campus or online, full-time or part-time.

Students can change their study mode and load between trimesters. On-campus students learn in small groups and can interact directly with lecturers.

Studying on campus in Armidale can mean lower living costs and shorter travel times.

Online learning includes weekly activities and webinars, interaction with lecturers, and student support. Credit may be granted for prior study or relevant professional experience, which can shorten the program.

In the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science, online study is supported by one-on-one sessions and short on-campus intensives for selected units. Teaching methods also include short videos, problem-based scenarios, and applied learning experiences. Online students receive 24/7 tutor support, including essay feedback within 24 hours, a 24/7 live chat for general feedback on academic writing, and subject-specific help at the foundation and first-year levels.

Students studying online from another country may need to travel to Australia for mandatory intensive schools at a UNE campus.

• Foundation Program — free, fully online preparation for undergraduate study,
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science — a program lasting 3 years of full-time study or up to 10 years part-time. It covers functional anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, sport psychology, exercise assessment, and exercise prescription,
• Non-award units — individual units taken outside a degree program, including units for students enrolled at other universities.

According to Good Universities Guide 2026, UNE ranks among Australia's top 20% of universities for Social Equity and is ranked first in New South Wales.

• UNE began providing distance education for working adults in the 1950s.

UNE offers accommodation across 6 residential colleges with different meal plans and self-catering options. At Austin Page College, each floor has rooms with shared bathrooms, a kitchenette, and a common area, while the building also has a large communal kitchen and a cafe. Duval College consists of 12 blocks on secure, gated grounds, with shared bathrooms and kitchenettes on every floor.

Wright College offers self-contained apartments with a private kitchenette and bathroom. Robb College has single rooms, shared bathrooms, lounges, kitchenettes, study rooms, courtyards, and a large dining hall. Mary White College provides several accommodation types on the academic campus for permanent residents and students attending intensive sessions. Wright Village has 4-, 6-, and 8-bedroom apartments with full kitchens and communal bathrooms shared by 2–8 residents.

Depending on the accommodation option, students have access to single, lockable bedrooms and shared bathrooms on each floor. Bed linens are provided. Meal plans range from 15 meals per week to fully self-catered accommodation, and some colleges offer dinner-only packages from Sunday through Thursday.

UNE colleges hold themed parties, formal dinners, barbecues, trivia nights, and annual balls. Friendly intercollege competitions take place on weekends.

• the Mary Bagnell President's Trophy program includes soccer, water polo, Ultimate Frisbee, netball, and Touch Football,
• UNE teams compete in regional netball and rugby competitions,
• students can represent the university at the Northern and Australian University Games,
• the Sir Frank Kitto Trophy program includes public speaking, Theatre Sports, small music ensembles, and arts and crafts.

Scientists at the University of New England, the loudest scientific discoveries made in the field of medicine, agrarian economy, linguistic and archaeological research. Let's analyze the latest scientific developments of this educational institution.

• At the university in Australia, when conducting research, scientists were able to detect and classify new types of industrial gases that destroy the ozone layer of our planet.
• Anthropological studies have led to the identification of the fact that Neanderthals are able to clearly and clearly speak.
• The young scientists reconstructed the skull of a tiger from Tasmania, which lived in prehistoric times.
• A large-scale study of the dinosaur's head crest in a petrified form. Based on the findings published a number of sensational materials.
• A new species of sedge from the highlands has been discovered and described.
• University of New England employees have been active in recreating the look of a woman called the “hobbit from Flores.”

Why students choose UNE

There are many positive criteria based on which applicants decide on admission to this educational institution. Consider the main benefits:

• Every year, for outstanding achievements in scientific achievements or successful studies, students are given a total of 5,000,000 cu. in the form of scholarships, prizes or grants.
• Every year, an amount equivalent to $ 18 million is spent on research and development by the administration of the university.
• UNE is located in the small town of Armidale. This place is characterized by a friendly atmosphere, mild climate parameters and very clean air. Most of the population - students and teachers of the university.
• Distance education is carried out not quite according to the classical scheme. Part of the educational process takes place in the UNE classrooms.

The UNE Sydney campus is used for scheduled classes, intensive study sessions, student support, and independent study. It is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30am to 8:00pm, Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, and weekends from 10:00am to 4:00pm. A student card is required to enter outside regular business hours.

UNE's sports facilities include a fitness and strength gym, a heated 25-meter indoor pool, and playing fields.

Full-time on-campus study is subject to an annual student services and amenities charge. Students should also budget for:

• textbooks, digital materials, and other learning resources,
• accommodation and living expenses,
• travel to intensive schools.

Subject to accreditation of the program by Exercise & Sports Science Australia, Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science graduates may qualify as Accredited Exercise Scientists.

Potential workplaces for graduates include:

• fitness centers and private practices,
• schools and government agencies,
• sports teams and hospitals,
• health promotion projects, employee wellness programs, and aged care.

According to Good Universities Guide 2026, UNE ranks among Australia's top 20% of universities for graduate full-time employment and starting salary.

International students holding a Student Visa cannot study fully online.

• new international students may qualify for scholarships that reduce tuition and living expenses,
• continuing international students can access scholarships and financial support to help cover study costs,
• international research students can access scholarships and grants covering tuition, living expenses, and research-related costs.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision