Overview
⌚️The wait is finally over…
UNIHACK is back for 2026 and shaping up to be better than ever! 🥳 Whether you're looking to boost your resume or create something meaningful, this is your chance to step outside your comfort zone and build something unforgettable. 💪 Not to mention the enticing prize pool, courtesy of our generous sponsors. 🤩🎁
🤔 Never heard of UNIHACK? Originating at WIRED, a Monash IT club, UNIHACK has quickly grown into one of Australia’s most popular student hackathons! 😸 Over the course of three action-packed days, you and your team will respond to a chosen prompt, brainstorm ideas, and turn them into a working prototype to present before industry judges. Whether you're a beginner to coding or a seasoned hackathon participant, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills and get inspired! 💡
To successfully register for UNIHACK, make sure you follow the steps below ⬇️
1️⃣ Make sure you and your team register a UNIHACK account so that you can officially participate in the hackathon → https://www.unihack.net/
2️⃣ Join UNIHACK’s Discord so that you can keep up with all the important information throughout the event → https://discord.gg/yYMwxu7KPR
3️⃣ This year, MAC is hosting the Melbourne Hub for UNIHACK! If you plan to attend any events in person, make sure you register here → https://monash.club/unihack-2026
📅 Event Timeline:
📍 Friday, March 13 (6-8PM) – Opening Ceremony @ LG02 Technology and Design Building (Formerly Woodside)
📍 Saturday, March 14 (9:30AM-5:30PM) – Hacking Hub @ LG02 Technology and Design Building (Formerly Woodside)
📍 Sunday, March 15 (9:30AM-5PM) – Final Hacking Sprint @ LG02 Technology and Design Building (Formerly Woodside)
⚠️ Important: If you had an account last year, you’ll need to create a new one. Every team member must register individually before the team leader adds them to the team.