The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is a public research university located in Sydney, Australia. Established in 1949, it is funded by the Australian government and operates under national higher education regulations. As a public institution, UNSW receives significant public funding, though it also generates revenue through tuition fees, research grants, and private partnerships.
UNSW is a member of the Group of Eight, a coalition of leading Australian universities known for their research intensity. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs and is open to both domestic and international students.