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Undergraduate Guide
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YOUR
“We help grow the
JOURNEY
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who go on to
change the world as
leaders and innovators
in their fields.”
We acknowledge the tradition of custodianship
and law of the Country on which the
University of Sydney campuses stand. We pay
Dr Michael Spence AC our respects to those who have cared and
Vice-Chancellor and Principal continue to care for Country.
WELCOME TO SYDNEY
Join us Areas of study Courses A-Z How to apply
Discover why our graduates are ranked With 400+ study areas available, discover A full list of our course offerings, including The next steps. Find out how to apply for
first in Australia and fifth in the world for what our world-class faculties and schools the ATAR or IB you need to achieve your dream course and begin your journey
graduate employability.* have to offer. for admission. to Sydney.
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Why choose Sydney?.......................................... 2 Architecture, design and planning ................ 28 2020 Guide to admission criteria Timeline for 2020 entry ................................... 83
The Sydney Undergraduate Experience ........ 4 Arts and social sciences ................................. 30 for domestic students .................................... 48 How to apply: domestic students ................. 84
A degree designed for you ............................... 6 Business .............................................................. 32 Courses A-Z ...................................................... 50 Admission pathways ......................................... 86
Bachelor of Advanced Studies ....................... 10 Education and social work .............................. 34 Table notes ........................................................ 78 Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Become a Dalyell Scholar ................................ 12 Engineering and computer science .............. 36 Islander students .............................................. 87
Law ...................................................................... 38 Fees and costs: domestic students .............. 88
Follow your interests. All of them................... 14 Medicine and health ........................................ 40 Scholarships ...................................................... 90
Welcome to Sydney
Broaden your skills............................................. 16 Music ................................................................... 42 Additional admission criteria ......................... 92
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Tackle real-world issues................................... 17 Science ............................................................... 44
Set yourself up for a global career................. 18 How to apply: international students ........... 96
2020 Guide to admission criteria
University life ..................................................... 22 for international students ............................... 98
Student support services................................ 23 Fees and costs: international students ...... 100
Accommodation ............................................... 24
Glossary ............................................................. 102
IMPORTANT 2019
Open Day
EVENTS AND 31 August 2019
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DATES Info Day
December 2019
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2020
Welcome Week
17–21 February 2020
Lectures begin
24 February 2020
* QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2019 Dates are subject to change. For the latest information, please check sydney.edu.au/dates
WHY CHOOSE
100+ 200+ 250+
majors and minors to clubs and societies to international partners
combine your interests enrich your student to combine study
SYDNEY?
across disciplines experience and travel
We aim to instil the skills, knowledge and values you $84 million 320,000 400+
need to become a leader in a rapidly changing world. in scholarships offered to alumni to connect you with a study areas to design the
our students every year worldwide network right degree for you
You can choose from our range of professional, specialist,
liberal studies, and combined and double degrees.
1st Top 50
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in Australia and ranked 5th in the world in world university rankings**
Join us
for graduate employability*
* QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2019
** Q
S World University Rankings, 2019
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THE SYDNEY
UNDERGRADUATE
EXPERIENCE
We offer a new level of flexibility in our undergraduate
degrees to prepare you for a future full of possibilities.
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Become a Dalyell Scholar and Explore other fields of study in the
us
We recognise that the future of
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work will be very different, so it’s extend your academic abilities Open Learning Environment (OLE)
our ambition that every University As a Dalyell Scholar, you will have Build diverse skill combinations
of Sydney student will complete access to a range of enrichment and boost your personal and
their degree with the confidence opportunities. See pages 12 and 13. professional development with
and ability to think critically, our short, on-demand OLE units.
collaborate productively and Follow your interests. All of them. See page 16.
influence the world. By studying Combine your interests with
one of our undergraduate courses, more than 100 study areas in Work on real-world projects and
you’ll have the opportunity to: a shared pool of majors and tackle complex global challenges
minors. This means you can Deepen your expertise and
Choose the right study path sharpen your broader skills (eg, develop skills in interdisciplinary
for you communication, critical thinking collaboration through
Gain expertise in your primary field and problem-solving) and acquire real-world industry, community,
of study and learn from industry multidisciplinary expertise in entrepreneurship and research
leaders by choosing from our range a second field that sits outside projects. See page 17.
of professional, specialist, liberal your primary degree. See pages
studies, and combined and double 14 and 15. Gain international experience
degrees. See pages 6 to 9. Our placement and exchange
opportunities will set you up for
Design your own degree with the a global career as you develop
Bachelor of Advanced Studies the capability and confidence to
The Bachelor of Advanced Studies work across cultural boundaries,
gives you the flexibility to design in Australia and around the world.
your own degree, from advanced See pages 18 and 19.
coursework to major projects.
See pages 10 and 11.
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A DEGREE DESIGNED
FOR YOU
“My course gives me the breadth to learn “The University of Sydney offers some of
valuable skills in areas such as finance the best opportunities both in and out
and anthropology. of the classroom. I have access to many
Whether you’ve had your career path mapped out since This exposure was valuable when I professional and social clubs and societies
childhood or you’re convinced that your dream job doesn’t exist worked on a social entrepreneurship venture which have helped with the transition from
in Cambodia as part of the University’s high school to university.
yet, one of our degree types – professional, specialist and liberal Community Placement Program. Being a student here is about so much
studies – will prepare you for the future. My understanding of people and culture more than just studying. The on-campus life
enabled me to better communicate and my means there’s never a boring day – a familiar
analytical learnings helped me drive our food and friendly face is around every corner.”
and security project effectively.”
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sydney.edu.au/plan-your-degree Adam Herman
Ada Yin Study areas: law; media studies
us
Study areas: business information systems;
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finance; economics
Professional degrees
If you’re already sure of the career path you’d like Combined and double professional degrees
to take, follow a specific study pattern that leads to Combined and double professional degrees will
professional accreditation and registration. prepare you for a diverse range of careers by
−− Gain practical experience during work placements developing your expertise alongside the skills to
and internships, which are compulsory in most adapt and drive change and innovation.
professional degrees. −− Cultivate a diverse skill set and breadth of
−− Complement your expertise with interdisciplinary knowledge, alongside expertise in a professionally
experiences. accredited field, by combining your professional
degree with a liberal studies degree.
−− Professional degrees are available in areas including
advanced computing; architecture; dentistry; −− Take your professional degree in combination
education and social work; engineering and with a liberal studies or specialist degree,
computer science; health sciences (for example: or another professional degree (see pages
diagnostic radiography, physiotherapy and speech 8 and 9) to develop expert knowledge and
pathology); law; medicine; music (education); effectiveness in a given field or profession.
nursing; nutrition and dietetics; pharmacy; project −− Degree examples include combined engineering;
management; psychology; and veterinary medicine. combined law; double degree dentistry and
medicine; nursing; nutrition and dietetics;
veterinary medicine; and the Bachelor of Design in
Architecture (Honours)/Master of Architecture.
See pages 48 and 49 to find a list of professional
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degrees, including combined and double degrees.
“I will be travelling to Cambodia to work “I’m fascinated by how mathematics enables “We live in a technology-driven world and
with the Phnom Penh Animal Welfare us to understand how the world functions, with the rapid progression of innovation,
Society. I’ll be doing one of my final year and the academics I’ve encountered during new issues that are unprecedented are
rotations in their clinic assisting the vets my Bachelor of Science have really helped coming into existence; from AI to the rise
there to care for animals that have been me to grow my passion. of environmental refugees. This is where
rescued by monks and local people. The University is focused on preparing the intersection of law and engineering
It’s amazing how with this degree I can industry-ready science graduates, with a will become increasingly important in the
travel the world and do these amazing wide range of work placement opportunities. future. I wanted to take two disciplines
things. I’ve spent weeks on a sheep farm I’m sure I’ll be able to apply my quantitative I knew I was passionate about and equip
near Tamworth, milked goats in Nowra and and problem-solving skills to a career in the myself to face the exciting and uncertain
helped clean horses’ teeth in Moruya.” financial sector.” opportunities ahead.”
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Liam Douglas Denzel Florez Rameen Malik
us
Study area: veterinary medicine Study areas: mathematics; financial mathematics Study areas: engineering; law
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and statistics
Specialist degrees Liberal studies degrees
Know where you want to start your career? Combined specialist degrees A liberal studies degree is ideal if you want to follow Combined and double liberal studies degrees
A specialist degree might be for you. You can supercharge your studies by combining your interests and study what you enjoy most. Supercharge your liberal studies degree by combining
−− Study a set of defined fields that develop your specialist degree with the Bachelor of −− Build your depth of knowledge in one or more areas. it with the Bachelor of Advanced Studies or enhance
your expertise in a specific area. Advanced Studies. your knowledge and skills as you complete a combined
−− Design your own degree by combining studies from
−− Deepen your learning and extend your or double degree professional course.
−− Take electives from other faculties a broad range of disciplines.
to broaden your learning. knowledge through advanced coursework −− Extend your knowledge and deepen your critical
−− Liberal studies degrees are available in areas
and a major project. thinking skills through advanced coursework and
−− Specialist degrees are available in including arts and social sciences; business;
−− Cultivate expertise in your area of interest a major project in the Bachelor of Advanced
areas including design computing, and science.
alongside critical thinking and problem‑solving Studies. See pages 10 and 11 for more information.
economics, music, and visual arts. −− Focus on a specific field by applying for a liberal
skills to excel in your future field. −− Some liberal studies degrees can be taken
studies stream such as agriculture, animal and
−− Degrees include the Bachelor of Design with professional degrees, enabling you to
veterinary bioscience, food and agribusiness,
Computing/Bachelor of Advanced Studies, develop knowledge across disciplines and
health, international and global studies, languages,
Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of expertise in a professionally accredited field.
media and communications, medical science,
Advanced Studies, and Bachelor of Visual or politics and international relations.
Arts/Bachelor of Advanced Studies. See pages 48 and 49 to find a list of liberal studies
degrees, including combined and double degrees.
See pages 48 and 49 for a list of specialist and
combined degrees.
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BACHELOR OF ADVANCED STUDIES Bachelor’s degree
3 years
Degree
Duration
Combined Bachelor
of Advanced Studies
4 years
Components
Major
Double major*
Minor
(or for some courses,
a second major)
Open Learning
Environment
Electives
Exchange (by application)
Third-year project
(per major)
Advanced coursework
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Substantial
fourth-year project
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Honours by application
The above table applies to studies in the Bachelor of
Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science), Bachelor
of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design
Computing, Bachelor of Economics, Bachelor of Science,
and Bachelor of Visual Arts.
The Bachelor of Advanced Studies The Bachelor of Advanced Studies can be taken
in combination with a three‑year liberal studies,
gives you the flexibility to design professional or specialist bachelor's degree, Indicative course structure: combined three-year degree and Bachelor of Advanced Studies**
your own degree. Challenge including the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise
Year Semester Units of study
and Sport Science), Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of
yourself through advanced Commerce, Bachelor of Design Computing, Bachelor 1 Major 1 Core/elective Core/elective Major 2
coursework and a major project, of Economics, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of 1
2 Major 1 Core/elective Core/elective Major 2
Visual Arts. Over four years, you can:
and make the most of exchange −− design your own degree by combining 1 Major 1 OLE Elective Major 2
2
and internship opportunities. majors from a range of disciplines 2 Major 1 OLE Elective Major 2
−− complete a second major* from either 1 Major 1 Major 1 Major 2 Major 2
your primary study area or the shared 3
2 Major 1 Major 1 Major 2 Major 2
pool of majors and minors
1
−− complete advanced coursework to build 4
Advanced coursework including a research, community, industry or entrepreneurship project
or honours coursework and honours project
on your expertise and leadership skills, 2
or complete an honours project Major 1 Major 2 Core/elective Elective Open Learning Environment (OLE)
¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
−− work on real-world industry, community and ¡ Advanced coursework (4000-level units and above)
research challenges across disciplines.
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* A second/double major is not available in Design Computing.
−− sydney.edu.au/bachelor-advanced-studies ** Please note that all of the course structures in this guide are indicative only and subject to change.
Courses available to Dalyell Scholars by UAC preference
To study as a Dalyell Scholar in the following courses, you will need to apply via UAC preference.
BECOME A DALYELL SCHOLAR −− B Arts/B Advanced
Studies (Dalyell
Scholars)
UAC 513222
−− B Commerce/
B Advanced Studies
(Dalyell Scholars)
UAC 513310
−− B Engineering Honours
(Dalyell Scholars)
UAC 513571
−− B Science/B Advanced
Studies (Dalyell
Scholars including
Mathematical
Sciences)**
UAC 513911
Courses available to Dalyell Scholars by invitation
You will be invited to become a Dalyell Scholar if you apply for, and are made an offer to,
For high-achieving students with an ATAR (or equivalent) of one of the degrees listed and have achieved an ATAR or equivalent of 98+.*
98+*, Dalyell Scholars have access to a range of enrichment
rchitecture, design
A Engineering and Medicine and health
opportunities that will challenge you alongside your and planning
computer science −− B Arts/D Medicine
talented peers. −− B Design Computing/ −− B Advanced Computing −− B Arts/M Nursing
B Advanced Studies
−− B Advanced Computing/ −− B Science/D Dental Medicine
B Commerce
Arts and social sciences −− B Science/D Medicine
−− B Advanced Computing/
−− B Arts −− B Science/M Nursing
B Science
−− B Arts/B Advanced Studies −− B Science (Health)/M Nursing
−− B Advanced Computing/
−− B Arts/B Advanced B Science (Health)
As a Dalyell Scholar you will engage in In addition to completing distinctive Dalyell Studies (International and Science
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experiences that will extend your academic units of study, you will have access to −− B Advanced Computing/
Global Studies) −− B Psychology
abilities, develop your leadership capabilities enrichment opportunities, including: B Science (Medical Science)
us
−− B Arts/B Advanced Studies −− B Science
and expand your global network. −− B Engineering Honours with
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−− accelerated learning options, such as (Languages)
Named after Elsie Jean Dalyell OBE Space Engineering major −− B Science (Health)
early access to advanced units of study
(1881‑1948), a distinguished medical graduate −− B Arts/B Advanced Studies −− B Science (Medical Science)
in your chosen field and enrichment −− B Engineering Honours/B Arts
of the University, Dalyell Scholars will have (Media and Communications)
units outside of your discipline −− B Engineering Honours/ −− B Science/B Advanced Studies
the opportunity to collaborate and network −− B Arts/B Advanced
−− access to a specialised Mathematical B Commerce −− B Science/B Advanced Studies
with like-minded world influencers. Studies (Politics and
Sciences (Science) program (optional) −− B Engineering Honours (Advanced)
To study as a Dalyell Scholar, admission is International Relations)
by UAC preference or invitation, depending −− tailored mentoring and professional (Civil)/B Design in Architecture −− B Science/B Advanced Studies
−− B Economics
on the course (see page 13). skills development −− B Engineering Honours/ (Agriculture)
−− B Economics/B Advanced Studies
−− optional international experiences B Project Management −− B Science/B Advanced Studies
to develop your global perspective, −− B Engineering Honours/ (Animal and Veterinary Bioscience)
Business
including access to a $2000 B Science −− B Science/B Advanced Studies
global mobility scholarship. −− B Commerce
* 90+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander −− B Engineering Honours/ (Food and Agribusiness)
students admitted through Gadigal Program; −− B Commerce/B Advanced Studies
95+ for students admitted through the Early Offer B Science (Health) −− B Science/B Advanced
Year 12 Scheme (E12), Future Leaders Scheme and −− sydney.edu.au/dalyell-scholars Studies (Health)
Broadway Scheme Education and social work −− B Engineering Honours/
B Science (Medical Science) −− B Science/B Advanced Studies
−− B Education (Secondary:
(Medical Science)
Humanities and Social
Law −− B Science/B Advanced Studies
Who was Elsie Jean Dalyell? Sciences)/B Arts
−− B Arts/B Laws (Taronga Wildlife Conservation)
Elsie Jean Dalyell OBE (1881–1948) was the first full-time female academic in our −− B Education (Secondary:
Faculty of Medicine. She was a pioneer resident medical officer at Royal Prince Mathematics)/B Science −− B Commerce/B Laws −− B Science/M Mathematical
Alfred Hospital and worked as a senior clinician in a Vienna-based research team −− B Economics/B Laws Sciences
−− B Education (Secondary:
studying childhood diseases. Her academic excellence and commitment to creating Science)/B Science −− B Engineering Honours/B Laws −− B Science/M Nutrition and
her own path are hallmarks of our Dalyell Scholars stream. Dietetics
−− B Arts/B Social Work −− B Science/B Laws
Note: courses may change.
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Image: Elsie Jean Dalyell. Courtesy of State Records NSW: New South B = ‘Bachelor of’, M = ‘Master of’, D = ‘Doctor of’
Wales Medical Board; NRS 9873, Photographs of doctors, 1888‑1927. * 90+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students admitted through Gadigal Program
[Digital ID 9873_a025_a025000062] Elsie Jean Dalyell, no date 95+ for students admitted through the Early Offer Year 12 Scheme (E12)
95+ for students admitted through Future Leaders Scheme and Broadway Scheme (excluding double degree medicine and dentistry)
** The Mathematical Sciences program is available in this course.
FOLLOW YOUR INTERESTS. Shared pool of majors and minors
Combine your primary major with a major or minor in one of the areas below.
ALL OF THEM. Architecture, design
and planning
−− Biological Design
−− Hebrew (Modern)
−− History
−− Indigenous Studies
−− Finance**
−− Industrial Relations
and Human Resource
Science
−− Animal Health, Disease
and Welfare
−− Design Management −− Animal Production
−− Indonesian Studies
−− International Business −− Biochemistry and
−− International and
Arts and social Comparative Literary −− Management Molecular Biology
sciences
Studies −− Marketing −− Biology
With more than 100 options to choose from, the shared −− American Studies
−− International Relations −− Cell and
−− Ancient Greek Education
and Developmental
pool of majors and minors allows you to explore a wide −− Ancient History
−− Italian Studies
social work Biology
−− Japanese Studies
range of study areas within your degree. −− Anthropology −− Education −− Chemistry
−− Jewish Civilisation,
−− Arabic Language and Thought −− Data Science
Cultures Engineering and
and Culture computer science −− Ecology and
−− Archaeology −− Korean Studies Evolutionary Biology**
The shared pool allows you to develop The shared pool of majors and minors is −− Computer Science
−− Art History −− Latin −− Environmental Studies
expertise in a second field of study and available to all students studying one of the −− Information Systems
build interdisciplinary knowledge from following degrees: −− Asian Studies −− Linguistics −− Financial Mathematics
−− Project Management
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a wide range of study areas outside your −− Biblical Studies and and Statistics
−− Bachelor of Advanced Computing −− Modern Greek Studies −− Software
primary degree. Classical Hebrew −− Food Science
us
−− Bachelor of Applied Science −− Philosophy Development
For example, enjoy studying science −− Celtic Studies* −− Genetics and
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(Exercise and Sport Science) −− Political Economy
while continuing your interest in history; Genomics
−− Bachelor of Arts −− Chinese Studies Medicine and health
or combine your major in marketing with −− Politics
−− Criminology −− Anatomy and −− Geography
the study of digital cultures. −− Bachelor of Commerce −− Sanskrit*
−− Cultural Studies Histology −− Geology and
−− Bachelor of Economics −− Social Policy*
−− Applied Medical Geophysics
−− Bachelor of Music −− Digital Cultures
−− Socio-legal Studies Science −− History and Philosophy
−− Bachelor of Project Management −− Diversity Studies*
−− Sociology −− Disability and of Science
−− Bachelor of Psychology (minor only) −− Economic Policy#
−− Spanish and Latin Participation −− Marine Science
−− Bachelor of Science −− Economics American Studies −− Health −− Mathematics
−− Bachelor of Visual Arts −− Econometrics −− Studies in Religion −− Hearing and Speech −− Medicinal Chemistry
−− All combined Bachelor of Advanced −− English −− Theatre and −− Immunology* −− Microbiology
Studies degrees, including the combined −− Environmental, Performance Studies
−− Immunology and −− Nutrition Science
Bachelor of Design Computing. Agricultural and −− Visual Arts Pathology** −− Physics
Resource Economics
−− Writing Studies* −− Infectious Diseases
−− European Studies −− Plant Production
−− Neuroscience −− Plant Science*
−− Film Studies Business
−− Pathology* −− Psychological Science
−− Financial Economics −− Accounting
−− Pharmacology −− Quantitative Life
−− French and −− Banking**
Francophone Studies −− Physical Activity Sciences
−− Business Analytics
and Health −− Soil Science and
−− Gender Studies −− Business Information
−− Physiology Hydrology
−− Germanic Studies Systems
−− Statistics
−− Business Law Music
−− Virology*
−− Music
−− Wildlife Conservation*
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* Available as a minor only
** Available as a major only
# Not available for Bachelor of Economics studentsBROADEN YOUR SKILLS TACKLE REAL-WORLD ISSUES
Build diverse skill combinations and boost your Collaborate with businesses, community organisations and
personal and professional development through government bodies on interdisciplinary projects that will
our Open Learning Environment. develop your networks and deepen your critical thinking,
problem‑solving and communication skills.
A snapshot of our 2019 projects Some of our business partners in 2019
Projects are open to third and fourth-year We have partnerships with almost 30 leading
students who meet the eligibility criteria. organisations, across industry, community and
government sectors. These include but are not
ANZ Bank – digital disruption limited to:
This project looks at technological
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−− Accenture −− PwC
opportunities for collaboration across
−− Adobe −− QBE
us
institutional banking. You may consider things
−− ANZ Bank −− Telstra
Join
like open banking, artificial intelligence, cyber
security, ecosystem creation or blockchain −− Commonwealth Bank −− Western Sydney Local
to prevent fraud, minimise risk and help −− CSIRO’s Data61 Health District
transform businesses. −− Westmead Precinct
−− NSW Farmers
Association and NSW Health
Adobe – The future of education: closing (at Westmead)
the digital skills gap −− Public Service
Commission −− Westpac.
This project investigates the future of
education, looking to formulate creative and
Combining online learning with workshops Examples of OLE units on offer in innovative ways to address the lag between We also have partners outside Australia,
and masterclasses, the Open Learning 2019 include: education and disruptive technological including two in Hong Kong. Learn more
Environment (OLE) is a collection of units −− Analysing and plotting data: Python change within the industry. You will provide about our 2019 projects and partners:
that offers you the opportunity to broaden tangible suggestions and solutions to harness −− sydney.edu.au/students/
−− Community engagement for change
your skill set and extend your knowledge by the full potential of this change so human industry-and-community-projects
exploring other fields of study. −− Digital influence through social media talent aligns with technological advancement.
All students have access to zero credit −− Experience China
point OLE units and you can take as many −− Student leadership: peer mentoring CareerSeekers – settling refugees better
“This interdisciplinary experience is a
of these units as you want. In many degrees, CareerSeekers is a non-profit social
−− Presentation skills: speaking in class key stepping stone in preparing you for
including all liberal studies courses, you will enterprise that aims to reconnect asylum
also undertake for-credit OLE units as part −− The science of health and wellbeing seekers and refugees with their preferred the workplace and gives you an insight
of your study. −− Understanding web skeletons and skins. careers in Australia. This project helps into what life is like beyond the doors of
to highlight the untapped talent sitting in
the University.”
these communities and assesses the social,
financial and economic impact in speeding Vincent Giannini
up the resettlement process. Study area: commerce
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sydney.edu.au/students/ole-units sydney.edu.au/interdisciplinary-projects“My exchange at the University of Edinburgh has
definitely been a highlight of my university studies.
SET YOURSELF UP FOR
In addition to the life-changing experiences I had in
Scotland, studying at another world-class institution
has helped strengthen my appreciation for the global
A GLOBAL CAREER
nature of science, and the experience helped develop
my independence and confidence.”
Adam Kaplan
Bachelor of Science (Advanced)
University of Edinburgh
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We have the largest student
mobility program in Australia.*
We’ve partnered with over partners in partners in the partners in
250 universities in more than North America United Kingdom
and Ireland
Europe
40 countries to give you access
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to global opportunities that will
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broaden your horizons.
partners in partners in the partners in the
Latin America Middle East Asia-Pacific region
Our international opportunities Develop a global perspective. −− intensive in-country Open −− global professional placements, We offer financial support for your Our study abroad and
will broaden your academic Opportunities include: Learning Environment units such as the University of Sydney overseas experience through travel exchange programs
experience and develop confidence −− 131 partner universities where you study language Business School’s Industry scholarships and grants, as well as −− sydney.edu.au/sydney-abroad
and perspective to set you up for that are ranked in the and culture at a partner Placement Program, provide government funded OS-HELP loans.
a global career. top 200 worldwide** university in Asia, the Pacific, you with the opportunity to Make the most of your time Our exchange scholarships
By 2020 we aim to have 50 Europe or North Africa work and study in the United abroad via the Global Citizenship
−− short-term (2–6 weeks), semester −− sydney.edu.au/
percent of our students undertake −− short-term summer programs States, China, France or Chile Award – an extracurricular,
and year-long program options scholarships/exchange
an international experience as part at prestigious universities like during semester breaks. internationally focused leadership
of their studies, with scholarship −− overseas field schools such development program. Visit our
Harvard, Yale and London The Global Citizenship Award
funding being made available for as the Sydney Southeast Asia website to learn more.
School of Economics
at least half of these students. Centre’s multidisciplinary −− sydney.edu.au/
schools, where you sydney-abroad/gca
could tackle real-world
Note: Partner university figures are
problems in Cambodia, *
‘Learning Abroad 2017’, Australian indicative only. For the most up-to-date
Indonesia, Laos, Singapore, Universities International Directors’ list of partner universities, visit
Forum report, October 2018 sydney.edu.au/study/overseas-exchange
Timor‑Leste and Vietnam
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**
Times Higher Education World
University Rankings, 2019MY SYDNEY EXPERIENCE “A degree at Sydney prepares you for industry by
finding a healthy balance between theory and
practical application. These practical skills are
highly beneficial when you’re building systems that
have to work reliably in the real world.”
Dr Daniel Wilson
University of Sydney graduate – Bachelor of Engineering Honours
(Mechatronic), PhD (Aerospace Engineering). One of Australia’s top 50
engineering innovators 2017. Flight Controls Engineer, Vahana – A³ by Airbus
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“As someone who juggles many interests, Sydney
was the clear choice for me to pursue two distinctly
different fields of study. I enjoy the challenges
of balancing my music studies with my study of
theoretical sciences, anatomy and patient care.”
Sarah Li
Study areas: music; medicine
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University is more than what We have a huge range of facilities, programs and When you get to the
campus events to keep you healthy and active during University of Sydney,
happens in the classroom. With your time at University. Get involved in athletics,
you’ll have plenty of help. Accommodation Health and wellbeing
over 200 clubs and societies, swimming, tennis, soccer, rugby union and more.
Here are just a few of the On-campus student housing Doctors
including 26 cultural groups, and To find out more about clubs and societies, visit ways we support your Residential colleges Pharmacists
130+ nationalities represented on −− www.usu.edu.au health, wellbeing and Off-campus living Dentists
campus, there’s something for academic achievement. Thriving communities Optometrists
To find out more about sport and fitness, visit
Physiotherapists
everyone. Make the most of it. −− www.susf.com.au
Psychologists
Career support
Career advice and development
Employability skills workshops Mental health
Meet employers at careers fairs Clinical psychologists and
Aboriginal and Torres Strait and events counsellors
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Islander support Sydney CareerHub, an online Mental health support
Admission pathways jobs database Workshops for success
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Academic enrichment and
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Resilience training
orientation program
Peer mentor support
Tutorial assistance
Childcare information
Cultural support and Advice about child care on and
safe spaces near campus Multifaith chaplaincy
Chaplains from 12 faith groups for
on-campus consultations
Dedicated prayer rooms
Academic enrichment Disability services
Bridging courses Assistive technology
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Mathematics learning support accessible facilities Welcome to university
Academic adjustments Settling into Sydney
Accessible formatting Information on support services
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@davidalsACCOMMODATION Camperdown/Darlington Campus
University residences ($220–571 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.
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campus can enhance your 6 Terraces 193
−− University residences 7 International House 200 +61 2 9950 9800 sydney.edu.au/international-house
university experience. −− residential colleges
−− independently run student housing. Residential colleges ($397–687 per week)
Residential colleges are on campus but externally managed to provide options to suit your needs.
Our Accommodation Services website is a great place Key Places Gender Phone Website
to get started. You will find helpful advice on where to
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live, expected costs, and accommodation options on
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and off campus. This service also allows you to register 128 F, M (PG)
for University‑owned housing. 10 St Andrew’s College 285 F, M +61 2 9565 7300 standrewscollege.edu.au
−− sydney.edu.au/accommodation 11 St John’s College 252 F, M +61 2 9394 5000 stjohnscollege.edu.au
12 St Paul’s College 300 F (PG) +61 2 9550 7444 stpauls.edu.au
M (UG/PG)
13 Wesley College 260 F, M +61 2 9565 3333 wesleycollege-usyd.edu.au
sydney.edu.au
14 The Women’s College 280 F +61 2 9517 5000 thewomenscollege.com.au
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Independently run student housing (Up to $689 per week)
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Glebe To CBD
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5 15 Sydney University Village 650 F, M +61 2 9036 4000 sydneyuv.com.au
Central train station
Parramatta Road 16* Urbanest Cleveland 438 F, M +61 2 8091 9959 urbanest.com.au/sydney/cleveland-st
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Chippendale
Camden and Cumberland campuses
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2 remain open until the end of Semester 1 2020. For current fees. Also note that some residences have 52-week contracts,
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N ew to“At Sydney we are
given the opportunity
to make change. I have AREAS
the creative capacity
and the critical OF
thinking skills that
will give me a real shot
STUDY
sydney.edu.au
→
at making my mark on
the world.”
Megan Fitzgerald
Bachelor of Arts and
Bachelor of Laws, University study isn’t simply about gaining
current student credentials. It’s about investing your time to
discover what you really like doing.
Start by thinking about which subjects
interest you, as well as how you like
to learn and what you want from your
university experience.
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Page 27ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN AND PLANNING
Career pathways Invent with intent. When you study at Graduate ready for a global career
−− Architect Sydney, you’ll combine creative flair We strive for intellectual excellence,
creative development and critical thinking.
−− Building designer with finely tuned technical skills to shape As a student, you will refine and bring to
−− Construction manager
the spaces, services and experiences life your designs in specialist facilities and
−− Data visualisation specialist experience 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC
−− Design manager – both physical and digital – in which routers, wood-turning, model-making and
Why study architecture, design
−− Front-end developer we live, work and play. design workshops.
You’ll have the opportunity to expand your and planning at Sydney?
−− Interaction designer architectural and design education outside −− We’re ranked 1st in Australia and
−− Lighting designer −− sydney.edu.au/courses/architecture the classroom with international experience 16th in the world for architecture
−− Property and real through placements and internships, and and the built environment.*
estate developer by engaging with our partners across the
−− We have some of the best equipped
built environment and interactive design
−− Project manager In an fabrication laboratories in Australia,
industries. By studying with us, you’ll develop
providing a hub for experimentation,
Areas of study
−− Service designer increasingly
sydney.edu.au
We’re ranked big-picture thinking and work towards
interlinked world digital design and robotic processes.
−− Sustainability manager 1st in Australia and answering global challenges. You’ll graduate
16th in the world for of design and digital ready for a career that is creatively driven −− Our Bachelor of Design Computing is
−− Urban planner
architecture/built culture, it’s a fantastic and technically challenging. one of the first courses of its kind in the
−− User-experience (UX) designer
environment.* time for a creative world, combining creativity and code.
career.
Refer to the A to Z course table on pages
50 to 77 to find out about our architecture,
design and planning courses.
* Q
S World University Rankings by Subject, 2018
“I was encouraged to
apply for an internship Sample course structure: Bachelor of Architecture and Environments
Note: Course structure is indicative only. For more information, visit sydney.edu.au/courses/architecture
at Google and I’m now a Year Semester Units of study
user experience designer Design Processes Architectural Sketching and Architectural Safety Induction
in the Android Google 1
1 and Methods History and Drawing the Built Communications 1 and Competency
Theory 1 Environment Unit
Maps team. We work with Empirical Thinking Architectural Living Cities Design in
2
researchers and engineers Technologies 1 Architecture
Design Integration City Form and Light and Sound Designing with
to design new products 1
Lab: Materials Development Colour
2
and features. It’s heaps Design Integration Building Algorithmic Design for
2
of fun.” Lab: Energy Technologies Architecture Innovation
Architectural Design Integration Designing for City Design and
Sophie Gardner 1 Technologies 3 Lab: Urban Environmental Urban Ecology
Bachelor of Design Computing Quality
3
Scholarships and activities: internship
with Google Property and the Design Integration Architectural
2 Built Environment Lab: Capstone Professional
Practice
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¡ Core unit ElectiveARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Graduate equipped for
countless careers
At Sydney, you’ll develop the
Why study arts and social
sciences at Sydney?
−− We are ranked 17th in the
Do you have artistic talent?
Sydney College of the Arts has been
Sydney’s premier training ground
skills to think rigorously, assess for contemporary visual artists for
world for studies in the
assumptions, develop strategies more than 40 years. Our hands-on
arts and humanities.*
and test ideas against evidence. degrees focus on developing
−− We offer one of the most the conceptual, theoretical and
You will learn from outstanding
comprehensive ranges of technical skills needed to succeed
scholars across more than 45
humanities and social sciences as a practising artist.
subject areas of your choosing,
subjects in Australia.
from anthropology, digital cultures
Career pathways In the arts and social sciences, we’re all and economics to languages, −− Our dual degrees with
−− Anthropologist about ideas. Whether in the classroom, history and sociology. Sciences Po in France provide
The strong communication and the opportunity to study at
−− Archaeologist on an industry placement or overseas critical thinking skills you will gain two of the world’s leading
−− Artist
exchange, you will bring your intellectual at Sydney can take you around the institutions for the humanities
−− Business administrator world and to any workplace. and social sciences.
or manager curiosity to tackle some of the most Through our placement
−− Economist complex issues and questions of the opportunities with leading Refer to the A to Z course table on
pages 50 to 77 to find out about our
−− Editor or publisher organisations and our exchange
21st century. programs with 250+ partner arts and social sciences degrees.
−− Foreign affairs and trade officer
universities, you can gain
* Q
S World University Rankings by
−− Government policy officer international experience and build Subject, 2018
−− sydney.edu.au/courses/arts
−− Heritage specialist your professional network while
−− Journalist you study.
Our alumni have become leaders
Areas of study
−− Museum or gallery curator
sydney.edu.au
in their fields, including five prime
−− Policy adviser ministers, one Nobel laureate,
−− Public relations manager one Pulitzer Prize winner and an
Learn from We’re ranked 17th astronaut. What will you achieve?
−− Researcher
renowned experts in the world for
−− Sociologist across more than studies in the arts
45 subjects. and humanities.*
Sample course structure: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Advanced Studies, with majors in cultural studies
and Biology
Note: Course structure is indicative only. For more information, visit sydney.edu.au/courses/arts
Year Semester Units of Study
1 1 Introduction to Cultural Global America Life and Evolution Cultural Difference: An
Studies Introduction
2 Screen Cultures and Introduction to Film From Molecules to Design Theory and
Gender: Film to Apps Studies Ecosystems Culture
“I always wanted to build a business and
2 1 Animal & Human Cultures Cultures of Food: Europe Screening Europe: After Biology Experimental
to create something new. Interestingly, 1989 Design and Analysis
studying philosophy gave me the tools 2 Youth and Youth Culture Science, Ethics and Writing for the Digital Botany
Society World
and mindset to build and manage a
3 1 Using Cultural Theory Everyday Life: Theories Genetics and Genomics Ecology
business effectively. I don’t think I’d and Practices
have the competence or wisdom to do 2 The Social Life of Policy Interdisciplinary Impact Developmental Genetics Biology Interdisciplinary
in Cultural Studies Project
what I’m doing now without my learning
4 1 Advanced Coursework/ Advanced Project Unit/ Advanced Coursework/ Advanced Coursework/
experience at the University of Sydney.” Honours Honours Elective / Honours Elective/Honours
Adam Jacobs 2 Advanced Coursework/ Advanced Project Unit/ Advanced Coursework/ Advanced Coursework/
Co-Founder and Managing Director, Honours Honours Elective/Honours Elective/Honours
theiconic.com.au
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Arts and Social Sciences graduate (2007) ¡ Major 1 ¡ Major 2 Elective
¡ Open Learning Environment (OLE) ¡ Advanced coursework (4000-level units and above)BUSINESS
Career pathways At the University of Sydney Business
Graduate career-ready Why study business at Sydney?
−− Accountant School, you'll gain the skills to succeed
Meet the future demands of business with one of our −− Choose from a range of majors (see page
−− Big data specialist in business or build your own start-up. degrees, developed in collaboration with our industry 58 for a full list) to gain the technical
−− Business analyst
You will graduate equipped to become partners. Gain advanced technical knowledge, as skills you’ll need in the workforce.
−− Corporate/government well as adaptability, resilience, and strong skills in
relations officer a leader and drive change with social, communication, critical thinking and leadership, that
−− Gain professional experience via industry
placement programs and by working with
−− Customer relationship manager environmental and commercial impact. will prepare you for a global career.
These skills are developed by a case-based learning
our partners on real business problems.
−− Digital marketing/social
media specialist
Your global business journey starts here. approach, where you'll work in cross-disciplinary −− Explore your career options, develop your
teams and apply problem-solving skills. networks and access recruiters and employers,
−− Enterprise architect Opportunities are also available to put your learning via our Careers and Employability Office,
−− Entrepreneur −− sydney.edu.au/courses/business into practice by working for a leading organisation, with a dedicated service for business students.
−− Financial dealer and broker industry placements available in Australia and around
the world. This approach means you’ll be equipped and ready
−− Human resources specialist
of study
to start a successful career upon graduation.
sydney.edu.au
−− International business consultant Study in our Ranked in
ultra-modern the world’s top Refer to the A to Z course table on pages 50 to 77
−− Investment banker
Areas
building, equipped 20 universities for to find out about our business courses.
−− Management consultant with the latest accounting and finance,
−− Marketing/advertising executive technology and and top 40 in business
−− Policy adviser learning spaces. and management.*
−− Project manager
−− Regulation and Sample course structure: Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Advanced Studies, Professional Accounting
compliance specialist program with a major in Finance
Note: Course structure is indicative only. For more information, visit sydney.edu.au/courses/business
−− Stock trader * QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2018
Year Semester Units of study
−− Tax adviser
Future of Business Quantitative Business Accounting, Business Introduction to
1
Analysis and Society Project Management
1
Writing for the Accounting and Financial Psychology 1001 Economics for Business
2
Digital World Management Decision Making
Leading and Influencing Financial Accounting A Business Law for Corporate Finance I
“Studying at the business school gave me 1
in Business Accountants
2
the best possible foundation to secure 2
Digital Influence through Management Accounting Marketing Principles Corporate Finance II
Social Media
a competitive graduate position in the
Financial Accounting B Australian Taxation Investments and Real Estate Finance
1
investment banking industry after System Portfolio Management
3
graduating. I wouldn’t be where I am today 2
Accounting and Auditing Accounting Information Derivative Securities Finance in Practice
in Practice Systems
without the experience and education
Advanced coursework Advanced coursework Project unit (12 credit points), such as Research
I received at the University of Sydney.” 1 elective elective Project, Community Project, Industry Project or
Entrepreneurship Project
Elicia McDonald 4
Project unit (12 credit points), such as Research Entrepreneurship and Hollywood: Art, Industry,
Investment Associate, AirTree Ventures
2 Project, Community Project, Industry Project or Innovation Entertainment
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) 2010
Entrepreneurship Project
Extracurricular activities: President of the Financial Management
Association of Australia at the University of Sydney
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¡ Major 1 ¡ Major 2 or Minor ¡ Degree core ¡ Major 2 elective Elective
¡ Open Learning Environment (OLE) ¡ Advanced courseworkYou can also read
