The NSW International Education Awards celebrate the outstanding contribution international students make to communities in NSW and recognise excellence in international student community engagement.

Nominations for the 2025 NSW International Education Awards are now open!

Nomination Information

Do you know an international student or organisation who is an inspirational role model to the community?

To nominate an International Student, the selection for the awards is based on the international student’s impact on their institution and community by:

  • participating in activities, events and programs that fosters community connection and engagement within their education institution (e.g. peer-to-peer support, orientation leadership)

  • participating in activities, events and programs that fosters community connection and engagement within the broader NSW community (e.g. paid and unpaid volunteering at an organisation, local council, or leadership in a community group)
  • achievements or contributions must be within the nomination period (1 July 2024 - 30 June 2025). Demonstration of long-term engagement beyond this period will be considered favourably.

To nominate an Organisation, the below criteria must be met:  

  • Facilitated meaningful pathways and enhanced the international student experience in NSW through one or more of the following:
    • Community participation
    • Employability
    • Accommodation
    • Health & wellbeing
    • Student life
    • Leadership programs OR
  • Positively impacted one or more of the following areas:
    • Promoting NSW as a study destination
    • Transnational partnership
    • International education policy & advocacy.
    • Showcase collaboration & partnerships with NSW communities and industry stakeholders.

See more information in the Study NSW Eligibility and Selection Criteria here.

If you know of a student/organisation or are a student/organisation that meets the selection criteria, please submit your nomination here. 

The deadline to submit your nomination is Sunday 20th July 2025.

Meet our 2024 UNSW International Education Award Nominees

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VERONICA SASTRA

NOMINEE: 2024 NSW International Student of the Year Awards 

UNSW Degree: Bachelor of Commerce and Economics

Statement:
I am deeply honoured to be nominated by UNSW for the NSW International Student of the Year Award. I sincerely thank everyone around me for always providing me guidance and support. Being part of the New South Wales community has been integral to my growth, and I am committed to giving back to the community that has shaped me.

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WATER SAFETY PROGRAM

NOMINEE: 2024 NSW International Education Industry Awards

Program: UNSW Water Safety Program 

Statement:
The UNSW Water Safety Program addresses the high drowning risk among culturally and linguistically diverse communities, particularly international students, by offering practical, immersive experiences promoting generational change and beach culture inclusivity. Since its inception in 2018, the program has grown to include a range of initiatives, from learn-to-swim courses to beach safety programs, benefiting over 1700 students from more than 50 countries. Beyond learning vital water safety skills, participants enjoy making lifelong connections and forming friendships while gaining a sense of belonging in Australia. Through partnerships with researchers, surf clubs, and aquatic centres, the program fosters more significant engagement with the Australian community, building social license. 

Contact us

For more information on the nominations and preparing support material please email us at [email protected].

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