Just Finished the HSC? Here’s What You Need to Know About Uni Applications in NSW: 2025/26 Key Dates

After the HSC exams are over, the next big task to tackle is deciding what university you want to go to. It is a big decision to make, and it is very important that you keep to the deadlines. It can be difficult to keep track of all the dates, so we have consolidated some of the important dates for the 5 most popular courses in the 3 most popular universities in New South Wales!

Before we get started, here are some key terms to wrap your heads around.

Guaranteed ATAR
A Guaranteed ATAR is the minimum ATAR score that guarantees you an offer for a course, as long as you meet any additional prerequisites. If you achieve this ATAR or higher, your place in the course is secure. However, you still have a good chance of getting into the course even if your ATAR is slightly lower than the guaranteed ATAR posted on the university website.

Lowest Selection Rank
The Lowest Selection Rank is the ATAR (or adjusted ATAR after bonuses) of the last student who received an offer for the course in the previous intake. It can give you an idea of how competitive the course is, but it changes every year depending on demand and applicant scores.

1. University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney)

UNSW (#19 QS World University Ranking 2025) is among the top 20 universities in Australia and the world, with more than 70,000 students and a 7,800+ strong research community. UNSW requires all students to be proficient in English.

🧑‍⚕ Bachelor of Medical Studies/Doctor of Medicine

To get into this course, students should note that:

• The lowest selection rank was 96.0 for 2025 entry
• Must complete UCAT ANZ
• Pass an interview

For intake in 2026, these are the dates you should take note of:

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🛠 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

These are the prerequisites for this course:

• Lowest selection rank was 92.0 for 2025 entry
• Mathematics Advanced
• Assumed knowledge: Physics and Maths Extension 1

⚖ Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice/Law

These are the prerequisites for this course:

• Lowest selection rank was 97.7 for 2025 entry
• Law Admission test (still required for entry in 2026, but will only be valid for one year. UNSW is phasing out the LAT requirement). Register via: https://lat.acer.edu.au/

📊 Bachelor of Commerce

These are the prerequisites for this course:

• Lowest selection rank was 94.0 for 2025 entry
• Assumed knowledge: Mathematics advanced

💻 Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)

To get into this course, these are the prerequisites:

• Lowest selection rank was 92.0 for 2025 entry
• Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Extension 1

2. The University of Sydney

The University of Sydney (#18 QS World University Ranking 2025) is ranked #1 in sustainability, social impact and impact of education, and also excel across an incredible breadth and depth of disciplines, from arts to architecture, engineering to education, geography to technology, and business.

📊 Bachelor of Commerce

These are the prerequisites for this course:

• Guaranteed entry score is 96 for admission in 2026
• Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Standard or higher (depending on majors or units of study chosen)

⚖ Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Law

These are the prerequisites for this course:

• Guaranteed entry score is 99.5 for admission in 2026

🎭 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Law

These are the prerequisites for this course:

• Guaranteed entry score is 99.5 for admission in the year 2026
• Assumed knowledge: English Advanced

🧑‍⚕ Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Medicine

These are the prerequisites for this course:

• Indicative entry score is 99.95
• An assessment process including a written assessment followed by a panel discussion
• Assumed knowledge in Mathematics Advanced, Chemistry and Biology
• There are inherent requirements for this course, please find out more here: https://www.sydney.edu.au/courses/courses/uc/bachelor-of-science-and-doctor-of-medicine.html

🛠 Bachelor of Engineering Honours

These are the prerequisites for this course:

• Guaranteed entry score is 90
• Mathematics is a prerequisite for some courses: https://www.sydney.edu.au/study/applying/how-to-apply/undergraduate/mathematics-prerequisite.html#courses
• Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Extension 1, Chemistry, and Physics

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3. University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

UTS ranked 9th in Australia and 88th in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2025. The rankings are based on research, teaching, employability and internationalisation.

📈 Bachelor of Business

Lowest selection rank was 85.0 for 2025 entry.

🏩 Bachelor of Nursing

Lowest selection rank was 70 for 2025 entry.

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🛠 Bachelor of Engineering Science

Lowest selection rank information unavailable for this course.

💻 Bachelor of Computing Science

Lowest selection rank information unavailable for this course.

🏗 Bachelor of Design in Architecture

Lowest selection rank was 85.20 for 2025 entry, and students have to submit their portfolio.

Conclusion

These are all information taken from each university’s websites, though it must be noted that these dates may be subject to change. Best to keep tabs on the universities and courses you are most interested in, so as not to miss any important deadlines!

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