Future Students | Co-op Program

Are you the next Co-op scholar?

Academic

The minimum academic requirement is an ATAR of 96 (or equivalent*), OR entry into the chosen degree program at UNSW, whichever is the higher. No bonus points (except EAS) will be considered for this requirement.

*Other high school examination marks, (e.g. IB or OP results) are converted by UAC for consideration as entry into the program.

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Anyone expecting an ATAR above 90 should consider applying because you could be pleasantly surprised by your results. If taking a gap year, students need to reapply during that gap year and meet that year’s entry requirements.

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Personal Qualities

We are looking for passionate, motivated, ambitious, high achievers.

Co-op scholars are selected not only on the basis of their academic ability, but also their communication skills, motivation and leadership potential as well as passion and understanding of the industry they are applying for. You will also need to demonstrate responsibility, commitment and resilience.

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The Co-op Program presents scholars with unique experiences to learn and grow. It provides opportunities for them to practice and demonstrate a high level of responsibility, commitment and resilience. This program is for students who thrive on challenges, appreciate the opportunities presented to them, make the most of every situation and commit to seeing things through to the end.

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Interests & Aptitude

We are looking for outgoing students who get involved in a wide range of activities!

On top of achieving great marks, our scholars demonstrate significant and sustained achievements outside of the classroom and have the ability to balance their academic, extracurricular and social pursuits. Our scholars care about what is happening in the community, country and the world at large.

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Co-op scholars are active in school and/or community activities, show initiative and leadership, make a significant contribution to school or community, communicate well, enjoy working with other people, want to be active within the university and Co-op community, have a real and genuine interest in a career in industry or a government enterprise in their chosen program, are ambitious and keen to contribute.

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What does the Co-op Program offer?

Learn about the advantages

The Co-op Advantage

Joining the Co-op community at UNSW enables you to form life changing connections and opens up a world of opportunities.

Watch this video and hear from some of our current Co-op scholars who describe their Co-op Advantage experience.

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Co-op has really given me a kickstart in terms of starting uni and I have already made good friends within the program which makes my day to day uni life that much more enjoyable.

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Josh Ng

Civil Engineering (CIV)

The Scots College
I applied for Co-op because it was tailored to developing a professional and all-rounded scholar. The program looks beyond the technical skills acquired in a classroom.

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Gajan Shivaramanan

Materials Science and Engineering (MSA)

Normanhurst Boys High School
Acquiring the UNSW Co-op Scholarship has been one my greatest achievements to date.

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Vaishnavi Bapat

Software Engineering (SEN)

Strathfield Girls High School
Industry placements have really taught me a lot about the difference between learning engineering in the classroom and actually applying it in the real world.

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Joshua Shediak

Mechanical Engineering (MEC)

Gosford High School
I was absolutely overjoyed when I received the call telling me that I'd secured a Co-op Scholarship - it felt as if the stars had aligned.

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Victor Zhou Fan Zhang

Finance & Banking (FIN)

North Sydney Boys High School
I chose to study Information Systems because I wanted to work in a dynamic industry and learn about the application of new innovative technologies in the digital economy.

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Wendy Li

Business Information Systems (BIS)

St George Girls High School
I was so excited when I realised that I had secured a Co-op scholarship and I definitely think being able to be part of the Co-op community from day 1 has made the transition into university a lot smoother.

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Gemma McGinness

Accounting & Business Management (ABM)

Sydney Secondary College
When I realised I had secured a Co-op scholarship I was ecstatic and in complete disbelief that I was accepted into such a renowned program.

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Nanway Chen

Mechanical Engineering (MEC)

North Sydney Boys High
One of the key defining features of the Co-op Program is its amazing support network and community environment.

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Elysée Ng

Business Information Systems (BIS)

North Sydney Girls High
I was over the moon when I secured the Co-op Scholarship, as I no longer had to stress or worry over what was going to happen the next year.

Scholar

Sophia Songberg

Actuarial Studies (ACT)

Santa Sabina College
When I realised I had a Co-op scholarship I was euphoric, to say the least. Co-op is the perfect platform for gaining invaluable work experience and networks.

Scholar

Saroop Phillip

Actuarial Studies (ACT)

North Sydney Boys High
Securing the Co-op Scholarship was one the biggest highlights prior to starting university! I knew I had secured myself a position with one of the most precious scholarships in Australia that would give me a head start in the workplace.

Scholar

Suriya Shanmuga

Chemical Engineering (CHM)

Cherrybrook Technology High School
Civil Engineering is not just about tall buildings and concrete. Civil engineers also do the planning for airports 40 years in advance, write policy that regulates city development to prevent flooding and many other important tasks. It is an extremely, extremely broad discipline

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Sam Johnson

Civil Engineering (CIV)

St Andrews Anglican College
I chose Computer Science because it is a dynamic and fast paced industry, where I am constantly fascinated by new concepts and technologies.

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Davina Adisusila

Computer Science (CMP)

St Ursula's College Kingsgrove
I was so excited to receive a Co-op Scholarship, I know I have been given an incredible opportunity that will enrich my university life and help me establish develop my future, personally and professionally.

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Lucy Taylor

Accounting & Business Management (ABM)

Abbotsleigh
My industry training placements have been an eye-opening experience in demonstrating the sheer breadth of opportunities available within the field.

Scholar

Sonia Parulekar

Commerce Information Systems (CIS)

Meriden School
The Co-op Program is not just a scholarship – It is an incubator of aspiring professionals.

Scholar

Maks Mashkivskyy

Accounting & Business Management (ABM)

Rose Bay Secondary College
I applied for the Co-op Program because it was everything I wanted my university experience to include; professional experience, social networks and an opportunity to connect with like-minded students!

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Tanmayi Kundap

Marketing (MKT)

Macarthur Girls High School
I want to finish university with more than just a degree and what differentiates Co-op from other cadetships and internships was the balance it offers between industry placements and experiencing university life.

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Henrietta Chui

Marketing (MKT)

Ravenswood School for Girls
Both the work placements with world class sponsors and the ability to meet and interact with like minded students, ensured that my university experience would be enriched.

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Ben Munro

Marketing (MKT)

Rose Bay Secondary College
Construction Management and Property is a highly practical and useful degree. I applied for the Co-op Program because of the possibility it provided to really throw myself into this field of study.

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Felix Wallis

Sydney Grammar School
After researching the scholarships available for high school leavers, it became clear that the UNSW Co-op Program had a competitive edge.

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Joshua Favetti

Mechanical Engineering (MEC)

Marist College Kogarah
Choosing Photovoltaic and Solar Energy Engineering was a very natural choice for me. I've always had a strong affinity with maths and science, along with a natural curiosity to understand how things work.

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Daniel Tam

Photovoltaics (PHV) & Renewable Energy (REN)

Maitland Grossmann High School

Rural Scholarships

Are you from rural Australia and interested in studying engineering? You could be eligible for a different scholarship opportunity!

Each year approximately 20 scholarships, valued at $12,000 per annum (tax free) for four years, are awarded to rural students to undertake one of the 20 full-time engineering programs offered by the Faculty of Engineering at UNSW.

From 2018, please note Rural Engineering scholarship applications are no longer via the Co-op application portal. The application is now handled by the UNSW Scholarships.

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