Diploma of Media and Communications

Yes, eligible domestic students can use FEE-HELP to defer tuition fees for the Diploma of Media and Communications at UNSW College. FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan that covers tuition fees with no upfront costs — repayments begin only when your taxable income reaches the compulsory repayment threshold, which is set at $67,000 from 1 July 2025.

The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) is payable when you enrol in a Diploma Program at UNSW College. It covers non-academic services including counselling, career and financial advice, health and food services, and sports activities. For 2026, the SSAF is $124.33 per term for full-time students and $93.25 per term for part-time students. Note that domestic students commencing in January and May 2026 will not be charged SSAF for their first term of studies.

SA-HELP is an Australian Government loan available to eligible domestic students who do not wish to pay their SSAF upfront. However, please note that SA-HELP is currently not available for the May 2025 intake. Eligibility requirements for SA-HELP are the same as for FEE-HELP, including being an Australian citizen, New Zealand SCV holder, permanent humanitarian visa holder, or Pacific Engagement Visa holder studying in Australia.

If you temporarily suspend your studies, your FEE-HELP status will remain in place. However, if you transfer to another course, you will need to complete a new FEE-HELP form. It is important to be aware of census dates, as fees paid before the census date can be managed directly with UNSW College.

UNSW College delivers its Diplomas under CRICOS Provider Code 01020K, with TEQSA Provider ID PRV13020 (Institute of Higher Education). UNSW College also delivers UNSW Diplomas on behalf of UNSW Sydney under CRICOS Provider Code 00098G (UNSW Sydney TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12055, Australian University).