Exchange Students

Welcome to UNSW!

If you didn't already know, Arc is the student organisation here at UNSW! 

We take care of EVERYTHING outside of the classroom including Clubs and Societies, Sport, Volunteering, Events, Wellness, Help (aka Legal and Advocacy) and heaps more!

Our mission is to create the best student experience for everyone that studies at UNSW so whether you are on exchange here for one term or a whole year, we definitely have something for you!

Below we've highlighted a handful of our programs and opportunities that we think might be perfect for you 

Sport

Sport

Arc Sport offers heaps of ways for Exchange Students to take part but here are some of our top picks!

Social Sport: On every term and is a great way to meet new people while playing sport socially

Global Sport: our program designed for International Students with activities ranging from in from Archery to Kayaking (all off-campus so you can get active and explore Sydney)

Clubs and Societies

Clubs and Societies

Here at Arc we have over 350 clubs (that's the LARGEST clubs program in Australia) so we definitely have a club that will interest you!

Clubs are a great way to make new friends with common interests, learn a new skill or find your newest passion or hobby.

Not here for long? That's okay! Clubs have heaps of events throughout the term that you can just drop in for!

Culture Cafe

Culture Cafe

Culture Cafe is our amazing volunteer-led program celebrating and exploring different cultures every Thursday of term through trivia, traditional games, crafts and food.

It's a great way to meet people from around the world, make new friends and learn more about different cultures.

Arc Goes To...

Arc Goes To...

Arc Goes To is our program all about helping students explore Sydney and have amazing experiences!

Organised by students, FOR students. Arc Goes To offer a range of FREE and discounted trips, planned by our amazing team of volunteers. All you need to do is hop on the ride!!

And here's ALL our events!

Berlioz | 18+

Sat 10 Jan

Berlioz is a universe unto himself. Berlioz's music moves through your heart before it reaches your feet.

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Poppy | 18+

Wed 21 Jan

An insatiably inventive drive has fuelled Poppy’s surrealistic rise through countless corners of the arts and music...

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The Midnight | 18+

Sun 01 Feb

Don’t say The Midnight didn’t warn you. The band was born in spring 2012 from the fortuitous meeting of two very...

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Sofi Tukker | 18+

Tue 03 Feb

SOFI TUKKER return to Australia this January and February 2026 for their first headline tour in four years, bringing...

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WET LEG | 18+

Mon 09 Feb

Wet Leg MoisTOURizer is on with exclusive headline shows 💦🦵Get ready for the Grammy Award winning indie rockers to...

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James Hype | 18+

Fri 27 Feb

Get ready to experience James Hype’s iconic hits like Ferrari and Waterfall live, along with his unmatched energy...

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Lane 8 | 18+

Fri 20 Mar

​Untitled Group & This Never Happened present Lane 8 – Childish Tour Australia 2026

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MAU P | 18+

Fri 27 Mar

From the underground to the mainstage, Mau P has taken the EDM world by storm.

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The Beths | 18+

Fri 24 Apr

Fresh off the release of their brand-new album Straight Line Was A Lie, out now via ANTI-, New Zealand’s critically...

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THRICE | 18+

Sat 02 May

​Post-hardcore trailblazers Thrice return to Australia in 2026, bringing their powerful live show and new album...

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Cameron Whitcomb | 18+

Fri 15 May

Known for his gritty voice, high-octane performances and raw storytelling, Cameron has quickly become one of country...

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