Explore New South Wales

Perfectly positioned to capitalise on all of Australia’s rich resources, New South Wales with its harbour capital, Sydney, is the international gateway to the Asia Pacific.

Map of NSW showing locations including Bathurst in Country NSW, Lismore in North Coast NSW and coastal cities Wollonggong, Sydney and Newcastle.

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New South Wales Locations

North Coast NSW: The North Coast of NSW is home to Southern Cross University and North Coast Inst ...
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Country NSW: Country NSW is home to Charles Sturt University, the University of New England, ...
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Wollongong (Illawarra Region): Wollongong is home to the University of Wollongong and Illawarra Institute. Over ...
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Newcastle (Hunter region): Newcastle is home to the University of Newcastle and Hunter Institute. Over 30,0 ...
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Sydney: Sydney is home to many universities and a large number of high quality private h ...
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Why study in NSW?

NSW is home to world-class universities, vocational institutions and research organisations which deliver cutting edge, industry-relevant education that launches domestic and international students into careers of choice.

Its education system offers a wide range of courses and degrees and enjoys a strong global reputation for internationally respected qualifications, high quality research and teaching, cultural diversity and a safe study environment.

NSW's universities and research sector are linked into leading global industry and research networks to develop world-class talent equipped with the knowledge and skills to be 'work ready' upon graduation. Successful graduates from Australian institutes are working at the highest levels in government and business all around the world.

NSW has the largest research sector in Australia, a country ranked first in the Asia Pacific region for the quality of its research institutions.