UNSW Sydney does not require the GRE for graduate admission. Like other Australian universities, UNSW's admissions process is based on your undergraduate academic record and, for research degrees, supervisor fit.
Does UNSW Require the GRE?
| Programme Type | GRE Required? |
|---|---|
| Coursework Master's (most disciplines) | No |
| AGSM (UNSW Business School, MBA) | No |
| Research Master's / PhD | No — GRE not part of standard requirements |
What UNSW Actually Evaluates Instead
| Factor | Weight |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate GPA / WAM equivalent | Primary factor |
| Relevant coursework and major | High |
| Research proposal and supervisor fit (PhD) | Critical for research degrees |
| English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL) | Mandatory, separate requirement |
Should You Take the GRE Anyway?
If UNSW is one of several universities you're applying to alongside GRE-requiring destinations, preparing for and taking the GRE regardless is a reasonable strategy — it does not hurt an application even where it's not required.
GRE Is Separate From English Proficiency
Even though UNSW does not require the GRE, IELTS or TOEFL is mandatory for applicants whose prior education was not conducted in English:
| Requirement | UNSW Policy |
|---|---|
| GRE | Not required |
| IELTS | Required — see our UNSW IELTS Requirements guide |
| TOEFL | Required — see our UNSW TOEFL Requirements guide |
Prepare for IELTS with Gabble — the mandatory English requirement for UNSW, regardless of GRE. AI-powered speaking and writing feedback. Or prepare for TOEFL.