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!

HobbyCon 2025

WK3Mon 16 Jun

HobbyCon is Arc’s very own mini expo celebrating creativity, hobbies, and gaming! MON Wk3 - 12pm - 7pm

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Jam in a Jar

WK7Wed 30 Oct

Jam in a Jar annual charity concert is raising money for the Sydney Children’s Hospital!

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Brekkie Club

Sat 03 May – Fri 08 Aug

Start your day right with wellness tips and a free breakfast!

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Dogs at Blockhouse!

Tue 20 May

Need a quick break from class or looking for some puppy love? Come by The Blockhouse and spend time with our adorable...

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Old Mervs | All Ages

Sat 24 May

Australia’s fastest rising indie-rock outfit and loveable larrikins Old Mervs are heading on an absolutely mammoth...

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Kudos presents de-erasure

WK1Tue 03 Jun – Tue 10 Jun

Justin Cueno’s solo exhibition, de-erasure explores Filipino identity through self-portraiture and video installation.

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Short Stack | 18+

Sat 07 Jun

Come and join SHORT STACK in 2025 taking things back to where it all began, celebrating the 15th anniversary of Stack...

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Drink & Draw | 18+

WK2Wed 11 Jun

​This one's for the Picassos and the Picass-uh-ohs, the Marcel Duchamps and the Marcel Du-lightweights, the Vincent...

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Social Sport | T2

WK3Mon 16 Jun

Save now with Early Bird prices. Register with a group of mates or by yourself and make new friends along the way and...

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Paddington Clothes Swap T2

Tue 24 Jun – Tue 22 Jul

Is your new year's resolution to forgo all fast fashion? Or simply looking to try out a new look? Then come on down...

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Clubs Festival

WK7Mon 14 Jul – Fri 18 Jul

In Week 7, campus comes alive with a festival of creativity, community, and Club culture.

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Silverstein | 18+

Sun 03 Aug

“We are finally returning to Australia for a proper headline Tour with very special guests: Real Friends. For this...

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SWIM | 18+

Sat 27 Sep

SWIM returns to Australia for his first headline shows in over 18 months. With brand new production and a second...

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