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International Guide 2019 sydney.edu.au/ask-international 1800 SYD UNI (1800 793 864) +61 2 8627 1444 (outside Australia)
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Southern Cobbitty
Highlands 60km ^--
Surry Hills Camperdown/ 150km ↑
Darlington
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Sydney
Conservatorium
of Music
Cumberland Westmead Orange Narrabri
Broken Hill 250km ^-- 500km →
Rozelle 1150km ^-- Dubbo Lismore
400km^-- 750km→
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WELCOME TO
SYDNEY
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WELCOME TO SYDNEY
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Join us Areas of study
Discover why our graduates With 400+ study areas available,
are ranked first in Australia and you'll be able to customise a
fourth in the world for graduate degree to perfectly match your
employability.* goals and interests.
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2019 key dates..................................... 3 Architecture, design
Why choose Sydney?......................... 4 and planning....................................... 21
Sydney - your number one Arts and social sciences ................ 22
destination........................................... 6 Business ............................................. 23
Camperdown/Darlington Education and social work ............. 24
Campus map ...................................... 8 Engineering and
Research excellence ........................10 information technologies............... 25
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Global opportunities........................ 12 Law...................................................... 26
Campus life......................................... 14 Medicine and health........................ 27
Student support services................ 15 Music................................................... 28
Accommodation................................ 16 Science, agriculture, environment
and veterinary science .................. 29
The University of Sydney
We acknowledge the tradition
Vice-Chancellor's Garden
of custodianship and law of the
Country on which the University of
Sydney campuses stand. We pay our
respects to those who have cared and
continue to care for Country.
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* QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2018
Undergraduate courses Postgraduate courses How to apply
A full list of our undergraduate A full list of our postgraduate The next steps. Find out how to
course offerings, with assumed course offerings, including course apply for your dream course and
knowledge, prerequisites and information and tuition fees. begin your journey to Sydney.
career possibilities.
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The Sydney Undergraduate Postgraduate study.......................... 90 Application advice ..........................120
Experience ........................................ 32 Postgraduate course index............ 92 How to apply - undergraduate
A degree designed for you ............ 34 Postgraduate courses and postgraduate coursework..... 121
The combined Bachelor of – table notes ..................................... 95 How to apply - research............... 122
Advanced Studies ............................ 38 Postgraduate courses Academic and English
Become a Dalyell Scholar............... 40 – available full time onshore.......... 96 language requirements................. 124
Follow your interests........................42 Postgraduate courses – not Additional admission criteria ....... 126
Broaden your skills .......................... 44 available full time onshore ............115 Fees and costs................................. 128
Tackle today’s issues ....................... 45 Scholarships and student loans... 129
Centre for English Teaching ........ 130
2019 guide to admission criteria The University of Sydney
for international students .............. 46 preparation programs................... 132
Undergraduate courses................. 54
Table notes........................................ 56 Glossary ............................................133
Undergraduate courses A-Z........... 60
2019 guide to admission criteria
for domestic students..................... 86
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2019 KEY DATES
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February 2018 - January 2019 Application deadlines vary and for some courses can be a year in advance.
Visit our course website for course-specific dates: sydney.edu.au/courses
UAC applicants, check: www.uac.edu.au/international
August 2018 Open Day in Sydney - 25 August.
sydney.edu.au/open-day
For Open Days and events around the world, visit
sydney.edu.au/international-open-days
December 2018 Info Day in Sydney
sydney.edu.au/info-day
Australian Year 12 results released and UAC offers made in rounds from
December to February.
January – February 2019 Orientation takes place the week before semester starts – it’s a great way to get to
know your faculty, teaching staff and fellow students before classes begin. Some
faculties and University schools host orientation events in the week before the start
of lectures.
Join us
Semester 1 begins on 25 February 2019. Some courses have an earlier start.
Check the start date for your course at sydney.edu.au/courses
Once classes start, you have two weeks to try out different subjects (depending on
the flexibility within your degree), as long as you finalise your enrolment no later than
the Friday of Week 2.
Research period 1 begins
March 2019 If you change your mind about a unit of study, you can still withdraw without
academic or financial penalty. This usually falls on the last day of March.*
Research period 2 begins
June 2019 Study vacation, 2 week exam period (from early June) and end of Semester 1
July 2019 Research period 3 begins
August 2019 Semester 2 begins on 5 August 2019. Some courses have an earlier start.
Check the start date for your course at sydney.edu.au/courses
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Some faculties and University schools host orientation events in the week before the
start of lectures.
You can try out different units of study before finalising your enrolment at the end of
the second week of semester.
You can withdraw from a unit of study without academic or financial penalty.
This usually falls on the last day of August.*
October 2019 Research period 4 begins
November 2019 Study vacation, 2 week exam period (from mid November) and end of Semester 2
Dates are subject to change. For the latest * Withdrawal deadlines (census dates) vary for the
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information, please check sydney.edu.au/dates research periods. To find out more, visit
sydney.edu.au/study/admissions-timeline
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WHY CHOOSE
SYDNEY?
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As Australia's first university, we aim to instil
the skills, knowledge and values you need to
We offer an exceptional range of
disciplines – more than 400 areas
of study. Enjoy the flexibility of
become a leader in a rapidly changing world. choosing a degree that allows
sydney.edu.au
you to combine your strongest
Combining the highest quality teaching with interests and gain real-world
practical, future‑focused learning, you can experience through our internship
and project‑based learning
gain the expertise and experience to solve opportunities.
the most complex challenges - now and in
Outside the classroom, you
the future. can make lifelong friends
and connections and enjoy
unforgettable experiences.
1st Top 50 Top 50
in Australia and 4th in
in world university in the world for many of
The University of Sydney
the world for graduate
rankings2 our disciplines3
employability1
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≈300 200+ 400+
international partners, clubs and societies to areas to choose from,
so you can combine enrich your student so you can find the
study and travel experience right degree to fulfil
your goals
Join us
320,000+ #1
alumni to connect for student
you with a worldwide experience in
network Australia4
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QS Graduate Employability
Rankings 2018
2
QS World University Rankings 2018
3
QS World University Rankings by
Subject 2018
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National Union of Students survey,
2010, 2012, 2013, 2015
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SYDNEY – YOUR
NUMBER ONE
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DESTINATION
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sydney.edu.au
Our main campus is located “Sydney is a beautiful harbour city
with a vibrant student life. I’ve had
in the heart of one of the uncountable cultural experiences
since being here which have been
most popular cities in the some of the appealing features to
me as an international student.”
world for international Agus Simahendra
university students. Master of Medicine
(Infection and Immunity)
Home country: Indonesia
The University of Sydney
Set around the world’s largest
natural harbour, Sydney is home to
beautiful golden beaches, world‑class
Image courtesy: Tourism Australia
museums and art galleries, delicious
fresh food, and a calendar of exciting
Sydney Harbour Bridge,
events and festivals.
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The University of Sydney has a We also have several faculty- More reasons to come here
network of campuses in the heart specific campuses and teaching
of the city and beyond. locations, such as Health Sciences −− One of the 15 best cities in the
in Cumberland4, Dentistry in world for international students2
Our Camperdown/Darlington Surry Hills and Westmead, Sydney −− Ranked as one of the world’s top
Campus is close to Sydney’s Conservatorium of Music, Business 10 safest cities by The Economist3
business district and sandy School and the Sydney Law School
−− Frequent winner of the
beaches. The surrounding areas in the central business district,
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are both cosmopolitan and Agriculture and Veterinary Science
Choice Award for Best City
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of Newtown, laid-back Glebe Point of the Arts in Rozelle.4 All are easily −− One of the most multicultural
Road, and the bustling Central Park reached by public transport. cities in the world – more than
precinct a short walk away. a quarter of our residents speak
Discover our campuses: a language other than English
The campus is also easily accessible −− sydney.edu.au/campuses −− Australia’s economic capital
by Sydney’s public transport and home to the Asia-Pacific
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network, being located near Central Explore Sydney’s suburbs: headquarters of more than
and Redfern train stations, and on 600 multinational companies.
−− www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
several major bus routes.
Learn about public transport:
−− www.transportnsw.info
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The Daily Telegraph (United Kingdom)
Find your way around campus: and The Huffington Post (United States)
Mercer Quality of Living survey 2017;
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of Opportunity report
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RESEARCH EXCELLENCE
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We are one of the world’s top research universities and a member
of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight1 network and the Association
of Pacific Rim Universities. As a student, you'll have the opportunity
to learn from and work alongside some of the world's brightest and
most accomplished academics.
sydney.edu.au
In the top 50
All our research Ranked 1st in
of the world’s
is ranked at world Australia for research
best research
standard or above3 impact.4
universities2
Centre for Carbon Food and Water
The University of Sydney
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The Group of Eight (Go8) is a coalition of leading Australian universities,
intensive in research and comprehensive in general and professional education
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QS World University Rankings 2018
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Excellence in Research for Australia report 2015
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CWTS Leiden Rankings 2017Charles Perkins Centre Research and Education Hub
Join us
Our research is driven by the big picture. −− the Brain and Mind Centre, a leader
We provide a hub for industry, government in research, education and treatment
and community groups to collaborate of a range of diseases from autism
with us and connect with our researchers to schizophrenia, depression,
and students. The development of major dementia and Parkinson’s disease
innovations, such as an intelligent robot that −− the Australian Institute for Nanoscale
automates many farming processes and a Science and Technology, which is
squirtable elastic glue that surgeons can use transforming Sydney into a global
to heal wounds, started here. hub for discovering and harnessing
new science at the nanoscale.
We are also home to 90 world-renowned
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multidisciplinary research and teaching We invest in research that changes the way
centres that tackle some of the world’s we think about the world, and collaborate
biggest challenges, such as health, with other universities, including Stanford,
climate change and food security. UCLA, the University of Edinburgh, Utrecht
These centres include: University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and
−− the Charles Perkins Centre, which is the University of Hong Kong. Find out more
dedicated to easing the global burden about our research:
of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular −− sydney.edu.au/research
disease and related conditions
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GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES
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We partner with close to 300 universities
in 42 countries to give you access to global
opportunities that will broaden your horizons.
Get a global education −− global professional placements Global Citizenship Award
such as the University of Sydney The Global Citizenship Award
Our placement and exchange
Business School’s Industry (GCA) is an extra-curricular
opportunities will set you up for
Placement Program provide you program providing you with
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a global career as you develop
with the opportunity to work and distinctive international and
the cultural competencies and
study in the US, China, France or leadership opportunities to
confidence to work effectively
Chile during semester breaks. prepare you for your future as a
across borders.
global citizen. Through the GCA
you’ll receive support to make the
Opportunities include: Choose a program
most of overseas and local student
−− 128 partner universities that are You can use our global mobility programs such as international
ranked in the top 200 worldwide* database to search by location or exchange, faculty‑led programs,
−− short-term, semester and institution name and filter your international internships
year-long program options search results by ranking, level and volunteering.
−− overseas field schools such of study, duration, language of −− sydney.edu.au/
as the Sydney Southeast Asia instruction and subject areas. sydney-abroad/gca
Centre’s multidisciplinary −− sydney-au-sa.terradotta.com
schools, where you
could tackle real-world Funding
problems in Cambodia, By 2020, we aim for 50 percent
Indonesia, Laos, Singapore, of our students to have an
Timor‑Leste and Vietnam international experience as part
The University of Sydney
−− intensive in-country Open of their studies, with scholarship
Learning Environment units funding available for at least half of
where you study language this group. Scholarships are offered
and culture at a partner by Sydney Abroad, faculties and
university in Asia, the Pacific, external groups such as community
Europe or North Africa organisations, exchange partners
and foreign governments.
−− short-term summer programs
at prestigious universities −− sydney.edu.au/scholarships/
like Harvard, Yale and the current/exchange
London School of Economics
Page 12“As someone who wants to work in advertising,
spending a semester in Toronto was especially cool.
There are incredible agencies and startups in Toronto,
and I was able to take some advertising and media
courses while on exchange. It gave me a fresh new
outlook on my career, something I could never have
achieved without going on exchange.”
Margot Alais
Bachelor of Arts
Exchange to University of Toronto, Canada
Dual citizen: USA and Australia
Non-award programs
If you are not sure about studying Study abroad Study abroad indicative semester
a full degree at the University of If your home university does not tuition fees for 2018**
Sydney, you can study for one or have an exchange partnership A$12,300 flat rate study abroad
two semesters on a non-award with us, you can still apply for tuition fee
Join us
basis. You will have more than 2500 non-award study as a study abroad
units of study to choose from and student. You can come for one Short-term indicative
will receive an official academic or two semesters and tuition tuition fees for 2018**
transcript at the end of your study fees will apply. If you are looking 1 unit of study – A$3075
period. You can use that transcript for something shorter, we have 2 units of study – A$6150
to request credit at your home short‑term programs that run −− sydney-au-sa.terradotta.com
institution. Depending on your from late May to mid-August.
home institution’s relationship
* Times Higher Education World University
with the University of Sydney, you We also offer programs for Rankings 2018
can apply as a study abroad or an those just finishing secondary ** Tuition fees are quoted in Australian
dollars and correct at the time of
exchange student. school, interested in a gap year publication. All tuition fees are subject
to an annual review by the University and
or semester, or in their first year subject to increase each year, effective
Exchange of university study. at the beginning of each calendar year.
If you’re enrolled at one of our
international partner universities,
you may be eligible to apply
for exchange. When you join us
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as an exchange student, your
tuition fees are paid to your
home university while you study
at Sydney. You need to apply to
your home university’s international
exchange program first.
More information
To check if your home university is
one of our exchange partners, visit
−− sydney-au-sa.terradotta.com
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CAMPUS LIFE
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We have a packed calendar of events and celebrations
for you to enjoy. With more than 200 clubs and societies,
including 26 cultural groups, and 130+ nationalities on
campus, there’s something for everyone.
Our clubs and societies provide endless opportunities for networking, fun and leadership.
Cultural groups include the Ekansh Indian Cultural Society, Sydney University Sikh Society
and the South Asian Business Society (SABS). There is also a huge range of facilities, programs
and campus events to keep you healthy and active during your time at university.
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The University of Sydney
200+ Union is a student-led
clubs and societies, organisation that runs
4 live performance spaces and many activities and invests
12 cafés on campus all funds back into the
The University of Sydney
student experience.
sydney.edu.au/student-clubs
www.usu.edu.au
Excellent sporting facilities,
including 2 fitness centres
and a 50-metre
swimming pool
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STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
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When you get to the University of
Sydney, you’ll have plenty of help.
Here are just a few of the ways we Disability services Multifaith chaplaincy
support your health, wellbeing and Assistive technology Chaplains from
academic achievement. Lecture support 15 faith groups for
on-campus
Building access and
consultations
accessible facilities
Dedicated prayer rooms
Academic adjustments
Accessible formatting
Academic, language and Career support Financial support Orientation and
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learning support International student Help with essential living arrival sessions
Accelerated learning career development costs and study-related Welcome to university
Transition/bridging program expenses Settling into Sydney
courses Employability skills Arrival sessions for
Online learning resources workshops international students
Practical skills workshops Transition support to the Information on support
Australian workplace services
Resume writing, Health and wellbeing* Meet fellow students
interview skills and career and staff
Doctors
planning advice
Academic enrichment Pharmacists Adjusting to study life
Meet employers at
Bridging courses Dentists
careers fairs and events
Online learning resources Optometrists
Sydney CareerHub,
Drop-in support For more information and
an online jobs database Physiotherapists
to access our student
Mathematics learning Psychologists support services, visit:
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support
−− sydney.edu.au/
campus-life
Accommodation Childcare information Mental health
On-campus student Advice about childcare on Clinical psychologists
housing and near campus and counsellors
Residential colleges Mental health support
Off-campus living Workshops for success
Thriving communities Resilience training
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ACCOMMODATION
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Living on or close to campus can enhance your university experience.
sydney.edu.au
There are several accommodation options to choose University residences (self-catered)
from, including University residences, residential The University manages three residences on the
colleges and independently-run student housing. Camperdown/Darlington Campus: Queen Mary
Building, Abercrombie Student Accommodation and
Our Accommodation Services website is a great the Regiment. Together, they provide rooms for up to
place to get started. You’ll find advice on where to 1600 students.
live, expected costs, and accommodation options
on and off campus. This service also allows you to These residences provide modern single-study rooms
register for University‑owned housing. On-campus with large common living, learning and study spaces,
accommodation is limited and we advise you to and host student-led arts, cultural, sporting, academic,
apply well in advance to secure a place. leadership and social programs.
−− sydney.edu.au/accommodation
The University also provides apartments and shared
Temporary arrival accommodation housing around the Camperdown/Darlington, Camden
Before you move to Sydney, we recommend you book and Cumberland* campuses.
a temporary place to stay. Once you get here, you can
look for longer‑term accommodation. Private providers offer furnished rooms in shared or
self-contained apartments in residential buildings,
−− sydney.edu.au/accommodation/short_term
The University of Sydney
usually within walking distance of the University.
On-campus – residential colleges (fully catered)
Off-campus living
The University has eight residential colleges on
More than 90 percent of our students live off
the Camperdown/Darlington Campus, including
campus. The University is close to many vibrant and
International House, a residential community of
multicultural suburbs such as Annandale, Newtown,
global scholars. Colleges provide comfortable,
Chippendale and Glebe. A great place to start
fully furnished single rooms and daily meals, along
searching for accommodation is our large online
with sporting, cultural, leadership and social
database of properties.
programs. They also include on-site tutorials and
campus-based classes. −− sydney.edu.au/accommodation
−− sydney.edu.au/colleges
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Images (left to right): Queen Mary Building, Abercrombie,
St John's CollegeCamperdown/Darlington Campus
University residences (A$205–$431 per week)
University residences are on campus and managed by University Accommodation Services. They are available to undergraduate and
postgraduate students. Note: Selle House is for postgraduate students only.
Places Gender Phone Website
Abercrombie 200
Darlington House 54
Queen Mary Building 799
F, M +61 2 9351 3322 sydney.edu.au/accommodation
Regiment 600
Selle House 14 (PG only)
Terraces 78
Residential colleges (A$397–$687 per week)
These residential colleges on campus are managed by external providers.
Places Gender Phone Website
International House 200 F, M +61 2 9950 9800 sydney.edu.au/internationalhouse
Mandelbaum House 36 F, M +61 2 9692 5200 www.mandelbaum.usyd.edu.au
Sancta Sophia College 170 (UG) F (UG/PG) +61 2 9577 2100 www.sanctasophiacollege.edu.au
128 (PG) M (PG)
St Andrew’s College 285 F, M +61 2 9565 7300 www.standrewscollege.edu.au
St John’s College 252 F, M +61 2 9394 5000 www.stjohnscollege.edu.au
St Paul’s College 300 F (PG) +61 2 9550 7444 www.stpauls.edu.au
M (UG/PG)
Join us
Wesley College 260 F, M +61 2 9565 3333 www.wesleycollege-usyd.edu.au
The Women’s College 280 F +61 2 9517 5000 www.thewomenscollege.com.au
Independently run student housing (A$90–$649 per week)
Independently run accommodation close to campus provides residential options to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Places Gender Phone Website
Sydney University Village 650 F, M +61 2 9036 4000 www.sydneyuv.com.au
Urbanest Cleveland 438 F, M +61 2 8091 9959 www.urbanest.com.au/sydney/cleveland-st
Urbanest Darlington 464 F, M +61 2 8091 9959 www.urbanest.com.au/sydney/darlington
Urbanest Glebe 185 F, M +61 2 8091 9959 www.urbanest.com.au/sydney/glebe
Stucco 40 F, M - www.stucco.org.au
Camden and Cumberland* campuses
University residences (A$140–$335 per week)
The Camden and Cumberland* campuses University residences are managed by the University Accommodation Services and are available to
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undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Places Gender Phone Website
Nepean Hall (Camden) 43
Nepean Lodge (Camden) 98 F, M +61 2 9351 1645 sydney.edu.au/accommodation
Yannadah (Cumberland) 39
For information on approximate living costs in Sydney, including accommodation, transport and other living expenses, please visit:
- sydney.edu.au/study/living-costs
Important fee information
The accommodation fees listed are quoted in Australian dollars. They are intended as a guide for students and are based on 2018
fees for new students. They are correct at the time of printing to the best of the University of Sydney’s knowledge. Students
should contact the individual accommodation providers for detailed and up-to-date information, including additional costs and
fees. Please note that some colleges charge non-refundable application fees. Students are also advised that some residences have
52-week contracts, while others only provide accommodation during semester.
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* The University intends to move the Faculty of Health Sciences from its current location in Cumberland to new facilities on the
Camperdown/Darlington Campus in 2020. For more information, visit sydney.edu.au/campuses“I wanted to
come to a
place I had not
been before
and I love the
multicultural
sydney.edu.au
aspect of
Sydney and,
of course, the
beaches!”
The University of Sydney
Bethan Rowsby
Exchange student: Faculty of Science
Home country: United Kingdom
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STUDY
AREAS OF
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RANKINGS
–
The University of Sydney is consistently placed among the
top 50 universities in the world. Our rankings reflect our
achievements as one of the world's leading providers of
research and education for more than 160 years.
1st in Australia and 1st in Australia and
1st in Australia and
2nd in the world for 16th in the world for
11th in the world for
sport, physical therapy architecture/built
veterinary science*
environment*
sydney.edu.au
and rehabilitation*
1st in Australia
1st in Australia for for mechanical,
12th in the world
our MBA and Master aeronautical and
for education*
of Management** manufacturing
engineering*
The University of Sydney
15th in the world
14th in the world 17th in the world for
for life sciences
for law* arts and humanities*
and medicine*
* QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018
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** Financial Times Masters in Management Rankings 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017; The Economist
Masters in Management Rankings 2017; QS World University Master in Management Rankings 2018; Australian
Financial Review BOSS MBA Rankings 2017–
ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN
AND PLANNING
–
Career options Invent with intent. When you study here, you’ll
combine creative flair with finely-tuned technical
−− Architect
skills to shape the services, experiences and spaces
−− Building designer
in which we live, work and play.
−− Construction manager
−− Data visualisation specialist From designing a single house to master planning entire cities,
−− Design manager opportunities for architects and urban planners abound.
−− Front-end developer
As Australia's top-ranked school in the field of architecture and
−− Interaction designer
built environment subjects*, we strive for intellectual excellence,
−− Lighting designer and creative and critical thinking.
−− Property and real estate developer
−− Project manager Our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in interaction
design provide specialised training for the rapidly emerging fields
−− Service designer
of user experience (UX) and creative technologies. You’ll join
Areas of study
−− Sustainability manager the leading edge of interaction design through websites, mobile
−− Urban planner applications and services for the internet of things.
−− User-experience (UX) designer
−− sydney.edu.au/courses/architecture
Why study here?
−− We have the only indoor
environment quality (IEQ)
laboratory in the southern
1st in Australia and In a world of design
hemisphere, an extensive research
16th in the world for and digital culture, it’s
lighting laboratory, and outstanding
architecture/built a fantastic time for a
audio and acoustic facilities.
environment* creative career
−− Our Bachelor of Design
Computing combines creativity
and code to prepare you for
a career in interaction design
and creative technologies.
−− We have one of the best-
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equipped design, modelling “During my degree I had
and fabrication labs in Australia the chance to exhibit
and provide dedicated studio some of my projects at
spaces for students. the faculty’s Tin Sheds
−− Our Master of Architecture, Gallery. This helped me to
Master of Urban and Regional find an internship, which
Planning and Master of Illumination has resulted in ongoing
Design degrees are each employment.”
accredited and recognised by the Armando Bretón Olguín
relevant societies and institutes Master of Interaction Design
(subject to practical experience). and Electronic Arts
Senior UX designer, Fairfax Media
Home country: Mexico
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* QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018–
ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
–
Career options In the arts and social sciences we’re all about
ideas. Whether in the classroom, on an industry
−− Anthropologist
placement or overseas exchange, you will bring your
−− Archaeologist
intellectual curiosity to bear on some of the most
−− Artist
complex issues and questions of the 21st century.
−− Business administrator or manager
−− Economist At Sydney, you'll develop the skills to think rigorously, assess
−− Editor or publisher assumptions, develop strategies and test ideas against evidence.
−− Foreign affairs and trade officer You will learn from outstanding scholars across more than
45 subject areas of your choosing, from anthropology, digital
−− Government policy officer
cultures and economics to languages, linguistics and sociology.
−− Heritage specialist
−− Journalist −− sydney.edu.au/courses/arts
−− Museum or gallery curator
sydney.edu.au
−− Policy adviser
−− Public relations manager
−− Researcher
−− Sociologist Learn from leading
17th in the world for international experts
−− Teacher
arts and humanities.* across more than
−− Translator 45 subjects.
Why study here?
−− Our alumni include five
prime ministers, one Nobel
laureate, one Pulitzer Prize
winner, and one astronaut.
“The University of
−− We have more than 450
Sydney was my first
academic staff who are active
choice because it’s one
researchers, educators and
of the highest ranking
practitioners in their fields.
universities in the world,
−− We offer one of Australia's most
The University of Sydney
and, as Australia’s first
comprehensive ranges of arts university, it has a rich
and social sciences subjects. cultural heritage. It
−− We are ranked in the top 30 also offered a degree in
in the world for anthropology, international relations
archaeology, development taught by internationally
studies, education, English acclaimed specialists,
language and literature, history, which is what I was
modern languages, politics and looking for in my
international studies, social policy postgraduate studies.”
and administration, and social
Melvin Bandua
sciences and management.* Master of International
Relations
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Home country: Ghana
* QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018–
BUSINESS
–
Career options At Sydney, you can look forward to a wealth of
opportunities across diverse industries. You’ll gain
−− Accountant
the skills to succeed in business or build your own
−− Big data specialist
startup, and you’ll graduate equipped to become a
−− Business analyst
leader and drive change with social, environmental
−− Corporate/government
relations officer and commercial impact.
−− Customer relationship manager
Meet the future demands of business with one of our degrees,
−− Enterprise architect developed in partnership with industry leaders. You can choose
−− Entrepreneur from a large range of business majors including accounting,
−− Financial dealer and broker banking, business law, data analysis and information systems,
entrepreneurship, finance, human resources, international
−− Human resources specialist
business, management and marketing.
−− International business consultant
Areas of study
−− Investment banker Postgraduate students can choose from an MBA, Master of
−− Management consultant Management, Master of Commerce, Master of Professional
Accounting and a full suite of specialised postgraduate degrees
−− Marketing/advertising executive
and professional development programs.
−− Policy adviser
−− Project manager −− sydney.edu.au/courses/business
−− Stock trader
−− Tax adviser
Why study here? 18th in the world
for accounting 1st in Australia for
−− We are ranked No. 12 in
and finance, and top our MBA and Master of
the Financial Times 2017
40 in business and Management**
Top 20 Business Schools
management*
in the Asia-Pacific.
−− We have international
accreditation with
AACSB and EQUIS. “When I left Norway I
−− We're the only business school didn’t know which career
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in Australia with membership I wanted to pursue and
to CEMS – the Global Alliance the opportunity to tailor
in Management Education. my degree towards my
passions in the Bachelor
−− Study in our ultra-modern
of Commerce was
building, equipped with the latest
appealing. I also knew
technology and learning spaces.
the Business School had
−− We offer placements with leading a great reputation for
companies in Sydney, Southeast teaching excellence, so it
Asia, the United States and Europe. was the ideal choice.”
* QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018 Jenny Stokkevag Berg
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** Financial Times Masters in Management Rankings 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017;
The Economist Masters in Management Rankings 2017; QS World University Master in
Bachelor of Commerce
Management Rankings 2018; Australian Financial Review BOSS MBA Rankings 2017 Home country: Norway–
EDUCATION AND SOCIAL WORK
–
Career options Make a world of difference through teaching or
social work. At Sydney, you’ll explore ideas and
−− Careers adviser
issues in your field to become a highly informed
−− Community liaison officer
practitioner and lifelong learner.
−− Corporate trainer
−− Counsellor Engage minds and ignite the creativity of the next generation.
−− Curriculum developer Become an accredited teacher in either early childhood,
−− Early childhood teacher primary or secondary teaching through our Bachelor of
Education or Master of Teaching degrees. We offer the
−− Human rights advocate
opportunity to obtain teaching qualifications in a diverse range
−− International aid worker of areas including economics, English, health and physical
−− Primary teacher education, languages, mathematics, science, teaching English to
−− Secondary teacher speakers of other languages (TESOL) and many more.
−− Social policy analyst
We also offer degrees for trained teachers, designed to
sydney.edu.au
−− Social worker enhance your practical skills and deepen your understanding
of educational theory and research.
Why study here?
Our social work degrees prepare you to change lives for
−− We’ve been delivering the better. Studying social work will engage you in policy
education degrees for more development, frontline social care, counselling, advocacy
than 100 years and social work and community development.
degrees for nearly 80 years.
−− We offer undergraduate and −− sydney.edu.au/courses/education-social-work
postgraduate teaching and
social work degrees that are
recognised in Australia.
−− Our students learn in real-world
settings and spend time in Develop versatile
professional practice placements. skills that are widely 12th in the world
sought after around for education*
the world.
The University of Sydney
“As a social worker, you can have an impact on
every client relationship. In this career path,
technology can’t solve issues – it requires
professional problem‑solving skills. A degree in
social work will give me the opportunity to have
a life-changing impact on an intimate level and
on a larger scale by engaging with the public to
promote goals for human rights.”
Kasumi Higewake
Bachelor of Social Work
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Home country: Japan
* QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018–
ENGINEERING AND
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
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Career options Make a powerful impact to improve the lives
of people around the world with a degree in
−− Aircraft/aerospace engineer
engineering, project management or advanced
−− Biomedical engineer
computing at Sydney.
−− Chemical engineer
−− Civil engineer Our students have the opportunity to forge connections with
−− Computer programmer our network of more than 1200 industry, not-for-profit and
−− Computer systems analyst government organisations. They're learning to create smarter
ways of running our planet, combining technical expertise
−− Electrical engineer
with hands-on experience to develop creative and sustainable
−− Mechanical engineer solutions. They help airlines to fly cleaner and farmers to
−− Mechatronics/robotics engineer increase crop yields, explore deep under water or in outer
−− Project/events manager space, and bring solar power to remote communities.
−− Software developer
From AI to space travel, engineers, project managers
Areas of study
−− Transport engineer and IT professionals are creating solutions to society’s
−− Web developer, including greatest problems.
user interface design
−− sydney.edu.au/courses/engineering-IT
Why study here?
−− Largest biomedical engineering
program of its kind in the
1st in Australia
southern hemisphere.
for mechanical, 21st in the world for
−− Our engineering degrees are aeronautical and civil and structural
accredited by Engineers Australia. manufacturing engineering.**
−− 75 percent of the fastest engineering**
growing occupations need
STEM skills and knowledge.*
−− Our information technology
degrees are accredited by the
Australian Computer Society as
professional-level courses. “The experience of living and
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−− Our Master of Project Management studying here has already
is accredited by the Project enhanced my skills and
Management Institute’s Global knowledge. My lecturers are
Accreditation Center. renowned researchers and
industry practitioners and my
classmates come from a range of
work and cultural backgrounds.
With what I’ve learned, I hope to
contribute a great deal to IT in
the education sector.”
Maria Clarisse Ligunas
Master of Information Technology
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* Australian Industry Group Report Management
** QS World University Rankings by Home country: Philippines
Subject 2018–
LAW
–
Career options Studying law at Sydney will give you the skills in
Legal research, analysis and persuasive communication
−− Barrister that will qualify you to take on roles in many
−− Judge fields, both within the legal profession and in
−− Magistrate other contexts.
−− Solicitor
The University of Sydney Law School has a 160-year tradition
of academic strength and strong ties with the legal profession.
Non-legal
As one of the world’s leading law schools, we're ranked 14th in
−− Diplomacy law in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018.
−− Foreign affairs
−− Human rights With flexible programs covering crime, constitutional law,
contracts, banking and finance, media law, social justice and
−− International relations
more, you will learn to apply various areas of law to real cases.
−− Investment banking From geopolitics in international law to global warming in
sydney.edu.au
−− Journalism environmental law, medicine in tort law and sociology in family
−− Management consultancy law, you will gain sharp social observation skills and a deep
sense of ethics and community service.
−− Project management
−− Public policy
−− sydney.edu.au/courses/law
−− Research and development
Why study here?
With more
−− We're ranked 14th in
than 160 years Our alumni can be
the world for law.*
of research-led found in legal and
−− Our alumni include prime education, we’re non-legal roles around
ministers, High Court judges and ranked 14th in the the world.
a president of the World Bank. world for law.*
−− Sydney Law School is the
only law school in the world
to win the prestigious Philip
C. Jessup International Law
The University of Sydney
Moot Court Competition five “I’m very happy I chose to
times, including in 2017. complete my Juris Doctor (JD) at
−− Our Bachelor of Laws (LLB) is Sydney. It’s arguably one of the
accredited by the Legal Profession most difficult JD programs in the
Admission Board (LPAB) and meets country and getting through it is
the academic requirements to very rewarding. The best thing
practise law in New South Wales.** about the law school has been the
brilliant teachers and academics
who are always willing to help their
hard-working students.”
Sam Frouhar
Juris Doctor
* QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018
Home country: Canada
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** For details about professional recognition
and course accreditation interstate and
overseas, see sydney.edu.au/law/career-support–
MEDICINE AND HEALTH
–
Career options Pursue your future in health and choose from the
largest range of health degrees of any Australian
−− Biomedical engineer
university. Our graduates go on to improve lives,
−− Dentist
for individuals and families as well as local and
−− Diagnostic radiographer
global communities.
−− Doctor
−− Exercise and sport scientist Health is one of the fastest-growing sectors in Australia and
−− Exercise physiologist around the world – doctors, dentists, nurses, pharmacists
−− Health policy and health professionals of all kinds are in constant demand.
The study of health offers broad choice and clear career
−− Health management/educator
progression, with rewarding pathways, and at Sydney you’ll
−− Indigenous health develop a range of invaluable skills, from patient interaction
−− International aid and development to teamwork, leadership and research.
−− Occupational therapist
Our graduates are globally aware, highly skilled and go on to
Areas of study
−− Oral health specialist
improve lives for individuals, families and communities across
−− Pharmaceutical representative the world.
−− Pharmacist
−− Physiotherapist −− sydney.edu.au/courses/medicine-and-health
−− Registered nurse
−− Rehabilitation counsellor
−− Speech pathologist
Why study here? 1st in Australia
15th in the world and 2nd in the
−− We're ranked 1st in the for life sciences world for sport,
Asia-Pacific and 18th in the and medicine* physical therapy and
world for public health.* rehabilitation.*
−− Ranked 15th in the world for
nursing and 18th for pharmacy.**
−− We're investing in a new health
precinct, uniting multiple health
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disciplines and supporting “I studied in Canada
state-of-the-art clinical in a commerce degree
simulation, a multi-service clinic initially and decided to
and team-based research. change paths. I thought
−− We offer the largest range that moving half way
of health courses of any around the world
Australian university. would be a pretty cool
adventure so I decided
−− Many of our degrees are
to come and study at the
accredited internationally (visit
University of Sydney.”
relevant course pages for details
on international accreditation). Sean Hassan
Doctor of Medicine
Home country: Canada
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*2017 Academic Ranking of World Universities
** QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018–
MUSIC
–
Career options The Sydney Conservatorium of Music has been at
the centre of Sydney’s cultural history for more
−− Arts administrator
than 100 years. Studying here will define your
−− Audio engineer
career and shape you as a person.
−− Chamber/orchestral musician
−− Concert soloist As one of the most prestigious music schools in the Asia-Pacific
−− Conductor region, music is our life. We will challenge and engage your music
−− Contemporary or jazz musician world, and give you the opportunity to be mentored by leaders
across all areas of music. We also collaborate with many leading
−− Digital music composer
international music conservatories and universities, providing
−− Event producer you with the opportunity for exchanges, and to engage with and
−− Film score composer learn from visiting international artists.
−− Interactive music designer
Our flexible undergraduate degrees in composition,
−− Music journalist
performance, contemporary music and musicology allow you to
sydney.edu.au
−− Music producer combine your music studies with a range of other subjects from
−− Music researcher across the University. We also welcome postgraduate students
−− NSW accredited classroom in diverse areas of research, particularly ethnomusicology and
music teacher Indigenous music.
−− Opera singer
−− sydney.edu.au/courses/music
Why study here?
−− Demand for musical excellence
has never been greater, from the
concert hall to the big screen, Graduate with a
The best facilities
orchestra pit to the smartphone, music degree from
to study music in the
or the Xbox to the opera theatre. the University of
Asia‑Pacific region.
Sydney.
−− The Conservatorium is located
in Sydney’s CBD and Botanic
Gardens; just a short stroll to
the Sydney Opera House.
−− Alumni include internationally
The University of Sydney
renowned musicians Richard “The Con not only has incredibly
Bonyge, Simone Young, Richard qualified pedagogues and
Tognetti, James Morrison, performers in all areas of music,
and contemporary Australian but also an amazing and creative
musicians Paul Mac, Iva Davis, The environment for musicians
Presets and DJ Alison Wonderland. of all ages. It provides a range
of opportunities, including
music industry internships,
masterclasses with international
soloists, and performing
with ensembles.”
Sofia Obando
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