Verification & Legitimacy
Being an Arc-affiliated Club proves your community is run democratically and transparently, earning you a spot on our website our trust.
Have you looked around for the Club that truly speaks to you, but have been unable to find it? Don't contemplate what might have been - set up a New Club!
These resources will take you through what you need to do to affiliate with Arc. There is a little bit to do at the start, but setting it up properly right at the beginning will make the rest of the process so much easier for you in the long run.
Why Affiliate with Arc?
Funding & Grants
Your SSAF goes directly into Club grants so you can scale your activities, purchase equipment, and make your events more accessible for everyone.
Campus Bookings & Resources
Gain the power to book indoor and outdoor spaces across campus for free, alongside access to Arc's equipment like tables, chairs, and event equipment.
Training & Support
Level up your resume with high-quality leadership workshops and access professional legal, wellbeing, and administrative advice directly from our expert staff.
And So Much More!
Unlock access to major events like O-Week and International Markets, earn Rewards Points for your Club, and get featured across Arc’s social media channels.
There Can Only Be One
Your Club should be original and not clash with any of the current Clubs and what they do. Have a look at our Clubs List to make sure your idea isn't already being done!
Be Specific
Make sure your Aims and Objectives speak to the intended experience of what the Club would offer and be specific. If people don't know what your Club stands for, they probably won't join!
Run By & For UNSW Students
Your Club needs to be run by and for UNSW students (however, non-UNSW students can still join as affiliate members!)
We're Here to Help
Once approved, the Arc Clubs Team will support you in getting your first documents together and help you every step of the way
How Does This All Work?
Well, to get your Club up and running, there’s a few steps we must follow:
| Step 1: Expression of Interest to Start a Club 🆕 | Step 2: 30-Day Trial Period 🧪 | Step 3: Onboarding Meeting 📝 |
|---|---|---|
| Express your interest for starting a New Club by telling us what your Club is all about and what students could expect. | If approved, your New Club will enter a 30 Day Trial Period. These 30 days are all about taking your idea for a test drive. | We’ll then review your Trial Period and invite you to an Onboarding Meeting with our Arc Clubs Team. |
And that’s it! Your Club will be fully set up with the necessary support, tools and resources to make your community flourish for years to come!
NOTE: We are not currently accepting new applications for the following categories of Clubs:
- Business or business-adjacent societies (Including but not limited to, crypto, start-ups, venture capital, capital markets, e-commerce, investments, derivatives, entrepreneurs etc.)
- Cultural societies for geographical locations that exist within a nation, already covered by (an) existing club(s). (eg. a Hokkaido club would be denied because there is already a club for Japan, but a French Club, or even an Ile-de-France Club is fine because there is no French club currently).
- Anything AI related.
Ready to Start a New Club?
Apply Here!Frequently Asked Questions
