UNSW Sydney Retains Title as Australia’s Most Employable University

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UNSW Sydney has once again been recognised for its outstanding graduate employability, securing the title of Most Employable University at the 2025 Top 100 Future Leaders Awards for the sixth consecutive year. 

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The prestigious event took place in Sydney on 13 February. The university achieved the highest number of students on the Top 100 Future Leaders list, reinforcing its reputation for producing industry-ready graduates. 

UNSW Vice-Chancellor & President, Professor Attila Brungs, expressed pride in the students’ achievements, stating that the strong dedication to learning and ability to translate knowledge into the workplace are key characteristics of UNSW students. He emphasised that their focus on developing critical skills and gaining experience has been rightfully recognised and looked forward to their future successes.

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UNSW Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Education & Student Experience, Professor Sarah Maddison, also congratulated the students who made the list. She noted that their inclusion in the Top 100 Future Leaders reflects their professionalism, industry-leading skills, and positive contributions to both the workplace and the broader community.

The Top 100 Future Leaders Awards, hosted by GradConnection, The Australian Financial Review, and Chandler Macleod, identify Australia’s most promising university students through a competitive selection process that allows participants to develop their application and communication skills while engaging with top employers. The recognition is open to students studying at an Australian university in 2025.

UNSW Students Shine in Industry Awards

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UNSW Top100 Future leaders Mandy Li, Nathan Fok, Aaron Lee and Raahat Shai (Photo credit: UNSW Sydney)

Among the UNSW students who made the Top 100 Future Leaders list, three were also recognised as category winners in highly competitive employer awards:

  • Nathan Fok (B Commerce/B Laws) – Winner of the Clifford Chance Social Impact Top 100 Future Leader Award
  • Lily Miranda (B Data Science and Decisions – Co-Op Scholar) – Winner of the Quantium Data Science Top 100 Future Leader Award
  • Jaime Pitcher (B Commerce – Double Major: Marketing; Co-Op Scholar) – Winner of the Optus Business & Commerce Top 100 Future Leader Award

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Nathan Fok highlighted the significance of his award, considering it recognition of his dedication to the legal field and volunteer work. He expressed his ambition to use his knowledge in law, finance, and pro bono work to create meaningful social impact for non-profit organisations. He also shared his goal of working with nonprofits and launching new initiatives, particularly in education, to help others develop leadership skills and make a difference.

The continued success of UNSW students in the Top 100 Future Leaders Awards underscores the university’s commitment to delivering high-quality, practical education and producing graduates who are highly sought after by employers across various industries.

Published 28-February-2025