There are now many ‘johnny-come-lately’ universities in online education. UNE has been delivering distance education since 1955 – that’s longer than any other Australian university. Perhaps that’s why our students continue to rate us so highly for student satisfaction and teaching quality.
Study online across three study periods with 24/7 online tutor support. If you don’t have entry qualifications, our free Pathways Enabling Course gives you entry and credit to most of UNE’s undergraduate degrees.
If you prefer to study on-campus, UNE has a campus in Armidale. UNE offers a rich on-campus experience for students from throughout Australia and all over the world. Our seven residential Colleges are centrepieces of this experience and provide a variety of options - from traditional, catered Colleges to self-catered apartment-style living.
There are now many ‘johnny-come-lately’ universities in online education. UNE has been delivering distance education since 1955 – that’s longer than any other Australian university. Perhaps that’s why our students continue to rate us so highly for student satisfaction and teaching quality.
Study across three study periods with 24/7 online tutor support. If you don’t have entry qualifications, our free Pathways Enabling Course gives you entry and credit to most of UNE’s undergraduate degrees.
If you prefer to study on-campus, UNE has a campus in Armidale. UNE offers a rich on-campus experience for students from throughout Australia and all over the world. Our seven residential Colleges are centrepieces of this experience and provide a variety of options - from traditional, catered Colleges to self-catered apartment-style living.
If you’re not ready to commit to a whole degree right now, we also have our revolutionary new Bespoke Courses where you can design a short course of just 2, 3 or 4 units. Because they’re real degree units you may get credit towards a full degree later.
*The Good Universities Guide ratings 2007-2019.
At UNE, online study is about the kind of flexibility and support that can only come from a university that has long understood the challenges faced by adults studying from home.
We have three teaching periods (trimesters), commencing in February/March, July and November: giving students you greater choice about when and how much they study each year.
Online study can also be referred to as 'distance education' (sometimes also off-campus education, or external study) and provides an opportunity for you to study without having to physically attend a campus.
To make sure your learning can take place when it suits you, UNE provides online facilities which allow you to send questions, submit assignments, order library books, check your results and access other resources, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
We believe that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter.
UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receive five stars from students for teaching quality.
As a UNE student, you will have access to our professional support services including:
Connect to online support at any time. If you are working on an assignment, you can upload a draft 24/7 and get detailed feedback in less than 24 hours.
Academic literacy and assignment support is available for essay and report writing, assignment research, referencing and citation and study skills.
Online after hours support (3 pm – 12 am) is available for foundation skills in maths, science and business studies as well as first-year accounting, economics and statistics.
UNE also offers many academic skills workshops via video conference. The workshops offered include subject-area specific sessions in writing and study skills. We also have a wealth of online resources available to all students to help with assignments and exam preparation.
Some online units have intensive schools (sometimes known as residential schools). They enable you to engage in practical exercises and classes that are designed to achieve specific learning outcomes. Intensive schools are a valuable and enjoyable experience that enrich the learning process and help build your networks.
Check the
to see if any units in your degree have intensive schools.
At UNE you get more than a degree
You get a complete university experience: a vibrant, supportive community; small classes; and access to your expert lecturers.
Affordable accommodation options put you right at the heart of the action, giving you maximum independence and access to academic, sporting and social facilities.
All of this means that you get every opportunity to reach your full potential and get the very best start (plus some great memories along the way).
Life on campus at UNE
The UNE residential system gives you the benefit of academic and social support networks and a rich tradition of vibrant inter-college competitions in sporting and cultural activities.
Living on campus means you are in the ideal position to enjoy the living and learning experience to the fullest. Both socially and academically, you are right at the heart of the action. Lectures, libraries, cafés and services such as shopping, banking and hairdressing are all within walking distance on campus.
Sport is a big aspect of college life. UNE’s sporting clubs cater to everything from martial arts to mountaineering, and from football to water polo.