UNSW Sydney’s pathway provider launches suite of new degrees to combat vital skills shortages.
UNSW College has announced it will launch several new three-year bachelor’s degrees designed to get graduates job-ready while also addressing skills shortages in three workforce areas: Business Management, IT Cyber Defence and Networking, and IT Software Development.
“UNSW is proud to support the launch of Applied Degrees at UNSW College. We are delighted in this natural evolution of our shared mission to equip students, communities and industry with the skills needed to thrive,” Attila Brungs, Vice-Chancellor and President of UNSW Sydney, said in a June 22 statement.
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“As global and local workforce demands continue to evolve and career pathways become less linear, this has never been more critical. Applied Degrees offer a vital new pathway that combines academic rigour with hands-on experience to help learners build adaptable, future-ready skills while supporting industry to innovate and grow.”
The courses have been co-designed with industry partners with the backing of UNSW Sydney. The courses will start in October 2026 and be delivered via a work-blended learning approach.
The Applied Degrees are designed to support students at all levels, from those just leaving school to adults looking to change careers or upskill in their current professions.
NSW Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education, Steve Whan, said that New South Wales requires a highly skilled workforce to “drive productivity and keep up with emerging industries, so it’s important we’re backing practical, flexible pathways into qualifications”.
“Applied Degrees show what’s possible when universities and industry work together to give students real-world skills and clearer pathways into jobs,” Whan said.
“This is exactly the kind of approach we’re supporting through the NSW Higher Education Strategy, especially in areas where skills are in short supply.”
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