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The Sydney advantage

The University of Sydney is one of Australia’s largest and most prestigious universities. Established in 1850, it is Australia’s first university, and a member of the ‘Group of Eight’, Australia’s premier research intensive universities. It is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world and amongst the top three in Australia.

The current enrolment of approximately 49,000 students (including almost 11,000 international students representing 130 nationalities), enjoy an academic experience of the highest quality.


Ideal Location
The University is located in Sydney, Australia’s most dynamic, exciting and culturally diverse city. Heritage-listed, sandstone buildings stand side by side with ultra modern sophisticated ones on the main campus, which is surrounded by green park lands. It is also conveniently situated within close proximity to the city’s Central Business District and also to Sydney’s world-renowned, stunning ocean beaches.


Dynamic study options
The University offers the most comprehensive range of degrees, majors and individual subject choices of any university in Australia, taught in 16 Faculties across eight campuses.


Excellence in teaching and research
Sydney’s academic and teaching resources include Australia’s largest university library, and state-of-the-art technical, computing and research facilities. The University offers the widest range of research programs in Australia and is one of the top recipients of Australian government research funding. The alumni at the institution include many high profile graduates placed in prominent and influential positions in both the public and private sectors across the world.

The faculty is a mix of local and internationally recruited academics with extensive teaching, business and industry expertise. They bring years of knowledge gained from research in their respective fields into the classroom, providing students with a stimulating academic environment. The University has an exceptional staff/student ratio with smaller, more personal classes, allowing the lecturers to cater to the students’ individual needs. The extra-curricular sporting and recreational amenities, clubs and societies available to students are second to none. The University of Sydney’s student support services have been rated as the best at any Australian university.

Over the past 160 years, The University has maintained a long and proud tradition of excellence in education, and has been relentless in its efforts to provide a fertile environment where the brightest minds flourish. 

 

Study options

As a global university, many of the degrees offered at the University of Sydney have a strong international emphasis. They offer comprehensive exchange programs that will allow you to travel and experience a different culture while you learn.

Faculties and subjects include:

 

To find the course of your interest, visit the Course Search page on the University’s website.

Alternatively, you could browse the International Undergraduate Prospectus and the International Postgraduate Coursework Prospectus.

 

Research opportunities

Being among the top research universities in the world, the University of Sydney fosters a research culture that offers students plenty of challenges and opportunities for growth. Students and staff at the University produce groundbreaking work across a wide range of disciplines that make a real difference to the way we work and live. The major areas of research at the University are listed here.

The University of Sydney has extensive state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities. The University provides first class support to help researchers seek funding, as well as strategic advice and direction on research programs.

The University has two of Australia’s Centres of Excellence, hosts two major National Research Facilities and is an active participant in twenty-two Cooperative Research Centres.

The University offers the largest and widest range of higher degree research programs in Australia. To apply for a research degree at the University, click here. International PhD applicants should refer to scholarships for international students for a selection of available scholarships. Read the Postgraduate Research Study Brochure for International Students for more details.

 

 

Campus life

The University of Sydney campuses are a unique blend of neo-gothic sandstone history complete with gargoyles, cloisters and courtyards and contemporary, well-equipped architecture, offering the highest quality teaching, learning and research facilities. Lecture theatres with state-of-the-art audiovisual facilities, labs with all the latest technology, farms and clinics are surrounded by spacious lawns and courtyards.

The University has eight different teaching campuses spread throughout the Sydney area. Each of them have well-stocked specialist libraries, on-campus student amenities, and are linked by public transport.

Life on campus includes joining one of over 200 clubs and societies, participating in sporting activities, visiting the University’s museums and art galleries, attending a concert, or just sitting in one of the many coffee shops chatting with friends between lectures.  The University of Sydney Union’s O-Week activities will introduce you to the clubs and societies, sporting clubs and student facilities on campus.

 

International student services

 

Accommodation options
The University's Accommodation Information Service is able to assist you to find accommodation by providing information about a wide range of accommodation options.

On campus you will find University owned self-catered accommodation, the Sydney University Village, and Residential Colleges. Off-campus accommodation is another popular option for students.


Transport and security
The University is easily accessible by train, bus, car and bicycle and is committed to ensuring a safe campus. Stringent security systems and safety initiatives are in place within each campus, to ensure students get to enjoy a safe environment to study and live in.


English language training
The Centre for English Teaching (CET) offers a range of high quality English language programs to help international students meet the University’s English language requirements. CET programs consist of Academic English, General English and group programs. To enrol, click here.

For a complete list of support services offered to international students, click here.

 

How to apply

There are separate application forms for undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs. To download forms, click here.


Undergraduate:
International students interested in studying an undergraduate program at the University of Sydney need to apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if they are studying one of the following qualifications:

  •  an Australian Year 12 qualification (eg. NSW HSC, VCE, SA Matriculation) either inside or outside of Australia in the current year
  • the International Baccalaureate in Australia or overseas in the current year
  • the New Zealand Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 in New Zealand in the current year.

 

International students who have secondary (high school) qualifications or tertiary (university) qualifications in another country, need to apply directly to the University of Sydney. To know more about applying to the University, click here.

You can also make your application through one of the University of Sydney representatives, either in Australia or in another country.

The Application Processing Fee (APF) is AUD$100, and is non refundable.         


Foundation Studies

Students who do not possess an acceptable secondary or tertiary qualification may apply to the University of Sydney Foundation Program, which is equivalent to Australian final year secondary studies. The Foundation Program allows both first and second semester entry to undergraduate courses at the University of Sydney and other universities within Australia.

For further information about the Foundation Studies Program click here.


Postgraduate

To be considered for admission to the University of Sydney you need to meet certain minimum eligibility criteria. This will usually include:

 

Contact the International Office for further details about applying to the University of Sydney.

 

Scholarships

While some scholarships are offered by the University, there are many others offered by the Australian government to international students. The eligibility criteria for each of them are different. Scholarships for international students are administered by the International Office. Please contact them for specific queries regarding these scholarships.

For information on Undergraduate scholarships, click here
For information on Postgraduate scholarships, click here.

 

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