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UNSW offers opportunities for recreation and social life, with modern buildings, attractive grounds, extensive sporting and recreational facilities. Both the Kensington and Randwick campuses of the Institute of Languages provide modern, comfortable classrooms and are fully equipped with audio-visual aids.

The Learning Support Unit (LSU) provides facilities for students to study by themselves both inside and outside of classroom hours. The LSU provides an important component of courses and each class spends some time in the LSU. In the LSU, students do additional practice in listening, pronunciation, grammar, reading and writing, or use practice tests to prepare for the IELTS, TOEIC, Cambridge and TOEFL tests. A large collection of books, CDs, DVDs, practice materials, computers and other audiovisual equipment is provided to help students make the most of their time spent at the Institute of Languages.

The language laboratory at the Institute is used by classes and individuals to practice pronunciation, listening and grammar drills.

The computer laboratories provide self-access and classroom sessions for language development using popular Microsoft application software such as Word and Excel, and Computer Aided Language Learning software. Students have access to the internet, student intranet and can have their own e-mail accounts. Wireless access can be arranged for the UNSW area.

The International Student Centre is concerned with the welfare of international students attending the University and provides assistance and advice about living and studying at UNSW. Students of the Institute of Languages are welcome to join the social and cultural activities of the International Student Centre if places are available. Activities include day trips around town as well as short holidays to the country, to national parks and to the snowfields. The Centre also hosts picnics, barbecues and celebrations.