Hone the research skills needed for a professional career in archaeology
Archaeology is the study of people and artefacts from ancient times. It’s a field which combines emerging technology and centuries of consolidated knowledge to give insight into human history. With the emergence of tech like DNA analysis, remote light sensing and new systems for recording data, professionals who can embrace change will be sought after in this field.
UNE offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in archaeology designed to provide you with the accumulated knowledge and site skills required to work effectively in this dynamic area of historical research. Because of our experience in training adults for constantly changing workplaces, our archaeology courses focus on teaching you the practical fieldwork skills as well as the transferable research skills, to ensure you are future-fit to adapt to changes in technology and recording methods in the field. You’ll learn from leading experts who are engaged in cutting-edge research and have the experience to help you secure your career in archaeology.
A significant portion of our students select online learning, where they join a community of adults who utilise their life and work experiences to develop tangible networks for the future. On-campus learners have access to housing, sports, and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.
With UNE, you’ll graduate feeling prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in this field, whether you choose to pursue careers in the field or in an adjacent career. We are committed to creating future-fit archaeology graduates. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.
Explore the archaeology courses and specialisations on offer at UNE.
Courses by study level
Add an area of expertise to your CV and gain an undergraduate qualification — without committing to a full bachelor's degree. You will develop research, critical thinking, and writing skills in the core units. With the minor and elective units,…
- 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Have you traced your family tree and been bitten by the history bug? You’re not alone. With so many online resources now available, interest in local and family research has exploded. So why not turn your hard-earned research skills into a formal…
- 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
One of our longest-standing degrees, the Bachelor of Arts (BA) is still relevant in today’s world. It equips you with the creative, critical and analytical skills in demand by employers, and is transferable across a range of workplaces. When you…
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
Workplaces value employees who have a broad range of real-world skills, and this combined degree will equip you to excel in today’s dynamic working environment. In our Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business, you’ll gain business knowledge and learn…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
The UNE Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws provides you with the opportunity to combine your study of law with an area of interest drawn from a wide variety of the arts, humanities and social sciences. As a double degree for the future, it has been…
- 5 years full-time
- Up to 12 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Do you dream of a career where you’re helping to address the big issues facing humanity? Or perhaps you crave the excitement of being at the forefront of scientific discovery? Maybe you wish to instil your passion for the environment into future…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Whether you are looking to re-train to become a Primary or Secondary school teacher, teach different subjects or upgrade your teaching accreditation, the UNE Bachelor of Education (In-Service Conversion) provides a flexible pathway to pivot and grow …
- 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
Expand and hone your teaching knowledge while building a highly valuable breadth of skills with the UNE Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching). This is a dual sector degree giving you the flexibility to teach in both primary and secondary schools. It …
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
If you are a Pacific Islander looking to build on your teaching skills with a high-level qualification, UNE’s Bachelor of Education (Pacific Focus) is the degree for you. Gain the knowledge and skills to teach early childhood, inclusive education,…
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 8 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- Online
UNE’s Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) offers a comprehensive program of study that provides you with the knowledge and practical skills to become a highly sought-after secondary school teacher. Develop your teaching skills in a supportive,…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
Geoscience plays a crucial role in finding, extracting and managing earth resources. These minerals and energy resources are essential to almost every aspect of our day-to-day modern life. Studying UNE's Bachelor of GeoScience online or on…
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Do you love delving into our rich past? Is history your passion? The Bachelor of Historical Inquiry and Practice is designed for people who want to make history their profession, those who already work in a historical context and want to upskill, or …
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
Constant technological disruption and new discoveries in science influence every aspect of our lives, meaning that there has never been a better time than now to safeguard your future career with scientific knowledge and practical skills. With 20…
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
By studying UNE’s Bachelor of Social Science degree you will develop a comprehensive and valuable understanding of human societies and social thought, behaviour and relationships in their varied social, psychological and political manifestations,…
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
Are you looking to add an additional area of expertise to your CV to enhance your career prospects and become future fit for life, without committing to a full degree? Perhaps you just want to dip a toe into university study, with the option of…
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
This course is not offered in Trimester 3, 2024. We encourage you to consider our Diploma in Arts as an alternative. The UNE Undergraduate Certificate in Arts provides you with foundational knowledge and skills to prepare for further study and more…
- 1 year part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Not Offered - Pending Review
- Online
Did your arts degree prompt a burning question or a passion for independent research? If so, consider applying for an honours year. A 'capstone' to your formal education, honours is an opportunity to drill deeper into a specialised area, to…
- 1 year full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Contribute to world class research by completing a Bachelor of Science with Honours at UNE. Position yourself with advanced scientific knowledge in an era of rapid change. Our honours course goes beyond the normal practical and field training and…
- 1 year full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Are you a graduate looking to add new skills to your CV to reinforce or redirect your career? Perhaps you are keen to pursue a personal interest in the arts or humanities. Or maybe you are interested in completing a master's but aren't sure…
- 0.5 or 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new…
- 0.5 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
Have you traced your family tree and been bitten by the history bug? Or perhaps you are a graduate looking to add new skills to your CV, to help future proof your career? With so many online resources now available, interest in local and family…
- 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work …
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
UNE’s Master of Arts is designed to equip you with specialised knowledge as well as a wide range of transferrable skills that employers highly value, such as communication and critical thinking. This course is also a focused pathway to higher degree …
- 1 or 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
Are you looking to extend your skills in history for professional or personal interest? When you study our Master of History degree you can gain and polish your research, analysis and writing skills, whether you already have a history qualification…
- 1 or 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
Accelerate your career opportunities with the UNE Master of Teaching (Secondary). Gain the specialist knowledge and skills you need to become a sought-after teacher who makes a difference. Study online in a flexible timeframe that suits your…
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.…
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform…
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
What our students say
I've always been interested in the human history of my local region. Studying archaeology has given me the skills to understand more about the human past and bring the past into the present.
Colin Ahoy, Bachelor of Arts (Archaeology) studentFind the right major or specialisation for your studies in Archaeology
With demand for employees with research and analytical skills strong, UNE’s archaeology study offerings will help you to stay at the forefront of rapid changes in the modern world. Strengthen your position as a methodical practitioner and analytical thinker. Explore your study options now.
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's renowned history academics will help you develop research, analytical and problem-solving skills to explore ancient pasts and secure your role in the changing world of academia. Prepare for the future and learn with our up-to-date tools,…
UNE's renowned history academics will help you develop research, analytical and problem-solving skills to explore ancient pasts and secure your role in the changing world of academia. Prepare for the future and learn with our up-to-date tools, data systems and collaborative technology.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Master of History | Major | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's renowned academics will help you develop research and analytical skills using current and emerging technology like digital imagery, AR, carbon dating and online databases to explore the ancient world. Explore the past for insights into…
UNE's renowned academics will help you develop research and analytical skills using current and emerging technology like digital imagery, AR, carbon dating and online databases to explore the ancient world. Explore the past for insights into modern society and be future-fit for an academic career.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion) | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Historical Inquiry and Practice | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
Master of Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
Graduate Certificate in Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's renowned history academics will help you develop research and analytical skills to understand the ancient Near East. Learn how emerging technologies such as online databases and collaborative tools are used to explore how ancient…
UNE's renowned history academics will help you develop research and analytical skills to understand the ancient Near East. Learn how emerging technologies such as online databases and collaborative tools are used to explore how ancient civilisations changed the world.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's highly regarded history experts will help you develop research, analytical and problem-solving skills to secure your place in the changing world of academia. Explore ideas developed in ancient Rome that shaped the world using advanced…
UNE's highly regarded history experts will help you develop research, analytical and problem-solving skills to secure your place in the changing world of academia. Explore ideas developed in ancient Rome that shaped the world using advanced global tools, data systems and collaborative technology.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's highly regarded history experts will help you develop research, analytical and problem-solving skills to protect your role in the changing modern world. Using up-to-the-minute technology, our course prepares you for academia and future…
UNE's highly regarded history experts will help you develop research, analytical and problem-solving skills to protect your role in the changing modern world. Using up-to-the-minute technology, our course prepares you for academia and future employment in a history-related role.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's renowned history academics will help you develop research, analytical and problem-solving skills to explore historical events and concepts and secure your role in the rapidly changing world of academia. Learn with our up-to-date tools,…
UNE's renowned history academics will help you develop research, analytical and problem-solving skills to explore historical events and concepts and secure your role in the rapidly changing world of academia. Learn with our up-to-date tools, data systems and collaborative technology.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
Master of History | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Graduate Diploma in Local, Family and Applied History | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Advanced Diploma in Local, Family and Applied History | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Benefit from UNE's reputation in archaeology and develop the practical site exploration and critical analysis skills needed to interpret material remains and cultural artefacts. Learn with our up-to-date tools, data systems and collaborative…
Benefit from UNE's reputation in archaeology and develop the practical site exploration and critical analysis skills needed to interpret material remains and cultural artefacts. Learn with our up-to-date tools, data systems and collaborative technology and secure your future in academia.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Historical Inquiry and Practice | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Benefit from UNE's established reputation in archaeology and develop your skills in excavation, survey, dating and laboratory analysis. Using our up-to-date tools, data systems and collaborative technology you will develop a working knowledge of …
Benefit from UNE's established reputation in archaeology and develop your skills in excavation, survey, dating and laboratory analysis. Using our up-to-date tools, data systems and collaborative technology you will develop a working knowledge of the past and secure your future in the field.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Benefit from UNE's distinguished archaeology department and develop the technical, investigative, and scientific skills to critically interpret material remains and cultural artefacts. Learn with our up-to-date tools, data systems and…
Benefit from UNE's distinguished archaeology department and develop the technical, investigative, and scientific skills to critically interpret material remains and cultural artefacts. Learn with our up-to-date tools, data systems and collaborative technology and secure your future in the field.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of GeoScience | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Historical Inquiry and Practice | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
Bachelor of Science with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
Master of Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
Graduate Certificate in Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Develop your interpretative and analytical skills using current and evolving digital technologies with UNE's highly regarded history academics. Enhance your employability across the fields of business, the law, or academia, as you learn about…
Develop your interpretative and analytical skills using current and evolving digital technologies with UNE's highly regarded history academics. Enhance your employability across the fields of business, the law, or academia, as you learn about the challenges and opportunities that shape the nation.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Historical Inquiry and Practice | Major | Undergraduate |
Master of History | Major | Postgraduate |
Graduate Diploma in Local, Family and Applied History | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
Advanced Diploma in Local, Family and Applied History | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
Why study with us?
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Careers in Archaeology
By studying archaeology with UNE, you will develop the future-proof practical and academic skillset to secure positions in a wide range of careers and industries. The field needs archaeological professionals who excel in technical practice but also have the ability to think broadly about their discoveries. Graduates with skillsets in archaeology can find work in a variety of settings.
- Archaeologist
Conduct archaeological excavations, research and preserve historical sites and artefacts. - Cultural resource manager
Manage and protect cultural heritage sites, ensuring they are preserved for future generations. - Museum curator
Oversee collections, exhibitions and educational programs in museums and cultural institutions. - Heritage consultant
Work with government agencies and private organisations to assess and preserve cultural heritage sites and artefacts. - Historical researcher
Conduct historical research for academic institutions, government agencies or private organisations. - Cultural tourism specialist
Promote cultural tourism and develop experiences that highlight historical and archaeological sites. - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analyst
Use GIS technology to map and analyse archaeological and historical data. - Education and outreach coordinator
Educate the public about archaeology and cultural heritage through workshops, lectures and community programs.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience SurveyFive Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
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