University of Sydney

Faculty

Number of Faculty Staff	Headcount: 9,803 FTE: 3,704
Total number of academic faculty staff who are responsible for planning, directing and undertaking teaching only, research only or both teaching and research. Please include: vice-chancellors, deputy vice-chancellors, principals, professors, heads of school, associate professors, principal lecturers, tutors or postdoctoral researchers. Please exclude research assistants*, PhD students who contribute to teaching, and exchange scholars or visiting faculty staff who are members of another university. * The important distinction for us is that staff counted as 'research only' should be academically involved in that research and should be likely to publish research outputs. A research assistant, in our understanding, is any individual who is not doing own research and is therefore not likely to publish own research outputs. Said individual is (only) involved in research in terms of operation execution , such as lab technician or equipment operator.
Number of International Faculty Staff	Headcount: 4,607 FTE: 1,741
Number of academic faculty staff who are of foreign nationality. The term 'international' is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even if from another EU state. In Hong Kong, this includes professors from Mainland China. Inclusion and exclusion mirrors those for academic faculty staff. In case of dual citizenship, the 'deciding' criteria should be 'citizenship obtained through birth', basically first passport obtained.
Number of Outbound Visiting Faculty Staff	Headcount: 1,782
Number of academic faculty staff employed by your institution contributing to teaching or research at an overseas institution in the last 12 months for a minimum period of at least 3 months.

Undergraduate Information

Number of Undergraduate Students	Headcount: 32,448 FTE: 27,368
Number of students pursuing a Bachelor’s level or equivalent degree. This excludes certificates/diplomas and associate’s degrees.
Number of International Undergraduate Students	Headcount: 5,715 FTE: 4,698
Number of undergraduate students who are foreign nationals. The term 'international' is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. In case of dual citizenship, the 'deciding' criteria should be 'citizenship obtained through birth', basically first passport obtained. Please exclude all exchange students. As for language students, if the language students take up a particular language course that is outlined as 'undergraduate degree program' they should be included under 'international undergraduate students' . Language students who take part in a course not contributing to a degree qualification should be counted under 'Total International Students'.
Number of Inbound Exchange Undergraduate Students	Headcount: 993 FTE: 482
Number of undergraduate students attending your university on international exchange programs for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months.
Number of Outbound Exchange Undergraduate Students	Headcount: 356 FTE: 189
Number of undergraduate students registered at your institution who have attended another institution abroad for at least 1 semester on an exchange program in the last 12 months.
Average International Undergraduate Fees	$ USD 16,381
Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that an international student would be expected to pay for an undergraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?
Average Domestic Undergraduate Fees	$ USD 14,223
Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for an undergraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?
Average Undergraduate Class Size	20
The average size of class across all undergraduate programs. The term ‘class’ refers to an unit of instruction or taught session in which a teacher has pre-defined material to cover. It does exclude tutorial seminars.
Number of first year Undergraduate students	Headcount: 11,893 FTE: 9,705
Number of students pursuing a Bachelor's level or equivalent degree in their first year of study. This excludes certificates/diplomas and associate's degrees.

Graduate / Postgraduate Information

Number of Graduate / Postgraduate Students	Headcount: 19,335 FTE: 10,118
Students pursuing a higher-level degree (Master and Doctorate), including both taught and research postgraduates (e.g. PhD students)
Number of International Graduate/Postgraduate Students	Headcount: 8,527 FTE: 5,123
Number of graduate / postgraduate students who are foreign nationals. The term 'international' is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. In case of dual citizenship, the 'deciding' criteria should be 'citizenship obtained through birth', basically first passport obtained. Please exclude all exchange students. As for language students, if they take up a particular language course that is outlined as 'postgraduate degree program', they should be included under 'international postgraduate students'. Language students who take part in a course not contributing to a degree qualification should be counted under 'Total International Students'.
Number of Inbound Exchange Graduate/Postgraduate Students	Headcount: 130 FTE: 68
Number of graduate / postgraduate students attending your university on international exchange programs for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months.
Number of Outbound Exchange Graduate/Postgraduate Students	Headcount: 37 FTE: 19
Number of postgraduate students registered at your institution who have attended another institution on an exchange program for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months.
Average International Graduate / Postgraduate Fees	$ USD 17,187
Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that an international student would be expected to pay for a graduate / postgraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?
Average Domestic Graduate / Postgraduate Fees	$ USD 11,735
Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for a graduate / postgraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?
Average Taught Graduate / Postgraduate Class Size	19
The average size of class across all taught graduate / postgraduate programs. The term ‘class’ refers to an unit of instruction or taught session in which a teacher has pre-defined material to cover. It does exclude tutorial seminars.
Number of first year Postgraduate students	Headcount: 8,368 FTE: 4,584
Number of students pursuing a Master's level or equivalent degree in their first year of study, including both taught and research postgraduates.

Students

Total Students	Headcount: 51,783 FTE: 37,486
Total number of students.
Total International Students	Headcount: 14,242 FTE: 9,822
Number of students who are foreign nationals. The term 'international' is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. In case of dual citizenship, the 'deciding' criteria should be 'citizenship obtained through birth', basically first passport obtained.
Total Outbound Exchange Students	Headcount: 393 FTE: 208
Total number of students registered at your institution who have attended another institution on an exchange program for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months.
Total Inbound Exchange Students	Headcount: 1,123 FTE: 551
Total number of students attending your university on international exchange programs for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months.
Average International Student Fees	$ USD 16,784
Average tuition fees per year that an international student would be expected to pay for any course
Average Domestic Student Fees	$ USD 12,979
Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for any program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?
Average Class Size	20
The average size of class across all programs. The term ‘class’ refers to an unit of instruction or taught session in which a teacher has pre-defined material to cover. It does exclude tutorial seminars.
Number of Male Students	Headcount: 21,654 FTE: 15,777
Number of students who are male out of the total number of students studying at your university
Number of Female Students	Headcount: 30,129 FTE: 21,709
Number of students who are female out of the total number of students studying at your university

Graduate Output

Proportion of Graduates Pursuing Further Study	37%
Proportion of graduates from undergraduate programs pursuing further study at your own institution or any other within 6 months after graduation.
Proportion of Graduates Employed	80%
Proportion of graduates (excluding those opting to pursue further study) in permanent employment within 6 months of graduation
Number of PhDs Awarded	529
Total number of PhDs awarded in the last 12 months

Entry Requirements

Avg Entry Requirements	4
Please express the average academic achievement entry requirements for your institution. Please convert your domestic requirements to the US Grade Point Average system. The five-point numerical scale is typically correlated with the A-F/A-E quality index. (A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, E or F = 0.0) In our context, a value of 0 will imply to us that your institution has an "open access" admissions policy and will in no way count against your institution in any future table built upon this data. You can use World Education Services (WES) Toolkit as guidline: http://www.wes.org/gradeconversionguide/index.asp (copy and paste)

Careers Support

Number of Full-Time Careers Advisors	Headcount: 15
Total number of staff employed by your institution on a full-time basis who are exclusively responsible for career support for your students (undergraduate and/or postgraduate)

Student Satisfaction

Overall Student Satisfaction Rate	77%
Percentage of all first year undergraduate students who are satisfied with the overall quality of their course
Teaching Student Satisfaction Rate	45%
Percentage of all first year undergraduate students who are satisfied with the overall teaching on their course

Internationalisation

Number of University Collaborations or Partnership Agreements	215
Number of universities your institution has collaborations or partnership agreements with. These partnership agreements may include student and teaching exchanges, as well as collaborative research projects, exchange of academic materials and other information, and jointly offered executive development programmes. This includes collaborations at either a university or faculty level. Please also state the names of these institutions in the Submission Notes box.

Main claims to international academic or non-academic excellence

Sydney researchers pursue breakthroughs in areas that benefit everyone. Supported by the highest levels of peer-reviewed funding in Australia, they reach across disciplinary barriers to find solutions that will improve and transform our lives. They are given the opportunity to challenge existing presumptions.

Sydney's success in the most recent rounds of research funding from Australia's major peer-reviewed research bodies confirmed its position as Australia's leading research university and bears testament to the breadth, depth and scale of Sydney's research.

Sydney is a member of the Group of Eight, which includes Australia's major research universities, as well as important international fora such as the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) – a group of prestigious universities with members from Asia, the United States and South America – and the World Universities Network.

Range of Fees

Postgraduate fees range from:
Local students - AUS$2,160 - AUS$30,720
International Students - AUS$2,400 - $36,000

Basic TOEFL/IELTS requirements

The University of Sydney imposes very stringent English language requirements on applicants for admission whose prior studies were not undertaken in English. Whilst the University imposes an institutional English language minimum of an overall IELTS of 6.5 with no band below 6.0 (Paper-based TOEFL equivalent = 577 with written test score of 4.5), at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, many faculties impose higher requirements.
At the postgraduate level, the Faculties of Architecture, Arts, Dentistry, Economics and Business, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Nursing and Midwifery, Pharmacy, Science, Veterinary Science and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music all offer at least some programs that stipulate a minimum IELTS of 7.0 or Paper-based TOEFL of 600 with a written test score of 5.0. In addition, the Faculty of Sciences offers some postgraduate programs that require a minimum IELTS score of 7.5 (Paper-based TOEFL of 627 with a written test score of 5.0).

www.usyd.edu.au/fstudent/international/entry

Accommodation

The main University of Sydney campus is located in the inner Sydney suburb of Camperdown, a social hub of cafes, restaurants, parks and entertainment. Most students live off campus although there on-campus accommodation in residential colleges.

Shared housing ranges from about $150 to $250 a week per person. This usually covers rent for a bedroom and sometimes includes telephone and utility costs. Full-board options range from $180 to $350 per week for a furnished bedroom, usually in a family home, with meals provided and included in the cost. A flatette or studio with its own basic kitchen (and often a shared bathroom) ranges from $120 to $300 a week. A rented house or flat to share with friends costs from $150 to $300 a week for a one-bedroom property, then between $70 and $150 per week for each additional bedroom, depending on quality and location.

The International Student Support Unit (ISSU) helps newly arrived international students to find temporary and permanent accommodation. Temporary accommodation can be reserved when enrolment is confirmed. For more information visit the ISSU website (www.usyd.edu.au/issu).

The University's Accommodation Service helps currently enrolled students find off-campus accommodation. The service maintains an extensive online database of accommodation and provides comprehensive advice about choosing where to live, budgeting, public transport options and what life is like in different parts of Sydney. Visit the Accommodation Service website at www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/services_accommodation.shtml.

Living on campus is an excellent choice for many students moving to Sydney. As well as being within easy walking distance of shopping districts and transport, the University’s main campus has its own banks, pharmacy, health services, shops, cafes, bars and a security bus service to the nearest railway station. There are a wide range of residential colleges for those who prefer a college lifestyle – a popular choice for those coming to live in Sydney for the first time. The residential colleges offer a range of accommodation options, including full board, costing between $300 and $470 per week

For those who want to take advantage of on-campus living without the college lifestyle, the University provides a range of other nearby accommodation options, including Sydney University Village.

Accommodation Range

Accommodation costs vary depending on the location and inclusions (i.e. catered college, twin share, ensuite or share bathroom)
On-campus Residential College accommodation range $275 - $467 per week
On-campus self catered accommodation range $67 - $428 per week
Off-campus share or rental accommodation $100 - $260 per week
Off-campus full board $180 - $350

Finance and Scholarships

Each year the University of Sydney offers a wide range of scholarships to eligible incoming and current students irrespective of their field of study. Scholarships reward academic excellence, support students from disadvantaged backgrounds or help students find accommodation. Some scholarships are awarded directly, while students need to apply for others.

International postgraduate students are eligible for a range of scholarships offered by the University of Sydney and Australian Government. Scholarships typically cover tuition fees (either in full or part), accommodation or travelling expenses.

University of Sydney International Scholarship (USydIS)
The USydIS attracts high quality international postgraduate students from all countries and is awarded to candidates planning research projects that will enhance the University's research activities. Awardees are supported with tuition fees and a living allowance for up to three years. www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_postgraduate_coursework/costs_scholarships/scholarships.shtml

University of Sydney World Scholars
The World Scholars program is for new international students from participating regions who are plan to study for a PhD in any discipline. Each year the University invites applications from selected participating countries, which include Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, India, the European Union, Kenya and South Africa. www.usyd.edu.au/future_ students/international_postgraduate_ coursework/costs_scholarships/ scholarships.shtml

Australian Government scholarships
The Australian Government provides a number of scholarships to international students from selected countries within Asia, the Pacific and Africa. The allocation of scholarships depends on the scholarship program, identified priorities and the outcomes of competitive application processes.

Endeavour Awards
The Endeavour Awards Program is managed by the Australian Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR). The program provides opportunities through study, research, professional development and international education experiences. There are several key scholarships within the Endeavour Awards Program. These include the Endeavour Postgraduate Awards and Endeavour Professional Development Awards. Visit www.endeavour.deewr.gov.au for eligibility criteria.

Endeavour International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (EIPRS) are open to international postgraduate students from all countries who have enrolled in a research degree at an Australian university. In addition to EIPRS, which covers tuition fees, the University of Sydney awards an International Postgraduate Award (IPA) to cover the living costs of EIPRS holders. For more information see www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_postgraduate_coursework/costs_scholarships/scholarships.shtml.

Australian Development Scholarships
Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) help partner countries through scholarships relevant to their development needs. To apply, contact the AusAID Post in your home country. www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/studyin.cfm or ausaid@io.usyd.edu.au

Australian Leadership Awards
The Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) provide scholarship and fellowship opportunities for current and future leaders from the Asia-Pacific Region. Fields of study relevant to leaders in the region may include,but are not limited to, management,economics, business, political science,philosophy, history, law and publicpolicy. www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/ala.cfm or ausaid@io.usyd.edu.au

Other scholarship sources
The University’s website provides listings of other scholarships available to international students. Future students considering studying at the University are strongly advised to regularly check the University of Sydney’s scholarships website at www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_undergraduate/costs_scholarships/scholarships.shtml

Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) help partner countries through scholarships relevant to their development needs. To apply, contact the AusAID Post in your home country. www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/studyin.cfm or ausaid@io.usyd.edu.au

Australian Leadership Awards
The Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) provide scholarship and fellowship opportunities for current and future leaders from the Asia-Pacific Region. Fields of study relevant to leaders in the region may include,but are not limited to, management,economics, business, political science,philosophy, history, law and publicpolicy. www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/ala.cfm or ausaid@io.usyd.edu.au

Other scholarship sources
The University’s website provides listings of other scholarships available to international students. Future students considering studying at the University are strongly advised to regularly check the University of Sydney’s scholarships website at www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_undergraduate/costs_scholarships/scholarships.shtml

Entry Requirements

The University of Sydney has a long tradition of excellence in teaching and is one of Australia's leading research institutions. A wide range of research and coursework programs are available to international students.

Prospective students wishing to undertake research at the University should contact a suitable member of the academic staff before applying for admission. The best way to start looking for a suitable supervisor is to search the Research Supervisor Connect database which links potential higher degree students with academics in appropriate disciplines and research areas. See www.usyd.edu.au/research/opportunities.

Faculty websites also contain information of interest to prospective research students www.usyd.edu.au/about/organisation/pub/faculties.shtml

When contacting academic staff, potential students should provide them with an outline of their proposed research topic and brief details regarding educational background and relevant work experience. Preparation is key; incomplete or ill-prepared applications will take longer to process or may be rejected by the relevant faculty or department.

Prospective coursework students are advised to check the specific academic requirements before making an application. Entry requirements are detailed on the relevant faculty or department websites. For information on the coursework application process visit www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_postgraduate_coursework/index.shtml.

There are minimum English-language requirements for entry to the University and some courses require more advanced language skills. Prospective students are advised to check the specific level of English required for their preferred course www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_undergraduate/admissions/entry_requirements/english_language.shtml.

The Centre for English Teaching (CET) runs English-language programs tailored to academic course requirements. Students take some courses before they begin their studies, while others are taken following enrolment. Visit www.usyd.edu.au/cet for more information

To be considered for entry as an international student, applicants must not be a citizen of Australia or New Zealand (including joint citizenship), or a permanent resident of Australia. For more details on the application process, visit www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_undergraduate/admissions/how_to_apply/

Language Support

The University's Centre for English Teaching (CET) provides assistance to students who do not have the English language skills required to enter formal postgraduate study. All programs are designed to help students reach the required level for their preferred course. CET staff have extensive teaching experience in Australia and overseas that helps students achieve their language goals.

CET prepares students to take the CET university entry test (e-test) and the IELTS Academic.
The University of Sydney is an international IELTS testing centre.

English language support programs include:
* Academic English (AE)
* Intensive Academic Writing (IAW)
* Intensive English Course (IEP)
* Academic English master class (AEM)
* Graduate Academic Skills (GAS)
* IELTS Preparation
* Advanced skills for academic success (ASAS) – sponsored students
* The CET University Entry Test (e-test)

For detailed information on CET programs visit http://www.usyd.edu.au/cet

• Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
• Faculty of Architecture, Design and Planning
• Faculty of Arts
• Faculty of Dentistry
• Faculty of Economics and Business
• Faculty of Education and Social Work
• Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Medicine
• Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery
• Faculty of Pharmacy
• Faculty of Science
• Faculty of Veterinary Science
• International Office
• Office of the Vice-Chancellor
• Strategic Planning Office
• Sydney College of the Arts
• Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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