University of Sydney, The
| 36= | 19 | Arts & Humanities | 34 | Natural Sciences |
| 40 | Engineering & IT | 27 | Social Sciences | |
| World Rankings | 15 | Life Sciences & Biomedicine | ||
| 37 | 17 | Arts & Humanities | 44 | Natural Sciences |
| 41 | Engineering & IT | 27 | Social Sciences | |
| World Rankings | 27 | Life Sciences & Biomedicine | ||
| 31 | 15 | Arts & Humanities | 43 | Natural Sciences |
| 41 | Engineering & IT | 27 | Social Sciences | |
| World Rankings | 23 | Life Sciences & Biomedicine | ||
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Sydney's research-led teaching provides education in its broadest sense, where the University's 30,000 undergraduates are challenged to absorb and transform knowledge into unique new insights and breakthroughs. Studying alongside top researchers, and in some cases contributing to their research, exposes Sydney students to excellence - and challenges them to excel as leaders in whatever career field they choose.
Sydney's provision of world-class teaching and research is bolstered by the contribution of international students, who make up around one-fifth of the student body. Students from 134 countries fill the University's campuses.
All students benefit from the lively campus life, close to the centre of the city of Sydney and surrounded by some of its most cosmopolitan suburbs. Life at the University of Sydney is about much more than study - it's about developing the whole person, inside and outside the classroom.
Sydney student life is vibrant, active and dynamic. There is something for everyone to get involved in. The University's clubs and societies have a long tradition of enriching student life and providing a springboard for future careers. Sydney's debaters rank among the best in the world, while the student union is home to more than 200 clubs and societies, ranging from Alchemy to Zen. Sporting clubs provide opportunities for all, from casual fitness enthusiasts to athletes targeting the next Olympic games.
When students need help, there are many avenues to turn to, from student-led groups to University-provided support services that give advice on careers, accommodation, welfare, learning skills and much more. Independent student advocacy groups support students in their interaction with the University and beyond, and meaningful student representation on University decision-making bodies is actively encouraged.
Three-quarters of students study on the adjoining Camperdown and Darlington campuses, close to the centre of Sydney and major transport connections. These central campuses blend neo-gothic sandstone heritage gargoyles and courtyards with contemporary, well-equipped teaching, learning and research facilities, sports grounds and facilities, cafes and bars, and libraries, museums, and art galleries.
The central campuses house most of the University's faculties, with campuses for music, visual arts, nursing and dentistry students close by. Veterinary and agriculture students benefit from extensive farms and research units located about 65km outside Sydney, as well as more central teaching space. The Faculty of Health Sciences has its own dedicated campus with spacious grounds and modern facilities a 20-minute train ride from the centre of Sydney.
For more information on Undergraduate study at the University of Sydney, vist our website at:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_undergraduate
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 | Headcount: 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 | Headcount: 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 | Headcount: 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 | Headcount: 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 | Headcount: 80 % | Proportion of graduates (excluding those opting to pursue further study) in permanent employment within 6 months of graduation |
| Number of PhDs Awarded | Headcount: 529 | Total number of PhDs awarded in the last 12 months |
Entry Requirements
| Avg Entry Requirements | Headcount: 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 | Headcount: 77 % | Percentage of all first year undergraduate students who are satisfied with the overall quality of their course |
| Teaching Student Satisfaction Rate | Headcount: 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 | Headcount: 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
The University of Sydney has strong ties with other leading universities around the world and many degrees have a strong international emphasis, enabling students to expand their education and broaden their personal, professional and academic horizons by going on exchange.
These links are underpinned by a wide range of dynamic courses with flexible degree structures across the broadest range of disciplines in Australia. Sydney's program prepares students for the demands of higher learning, providing skills and versatility for professional employment and helping them rise to the responsibility of leadership.
The excellence of Sydney's teaching is recognised every year through Australian Government awards, and on the international stage by students' regular success in winning Rhodes scholarships and other accolades.
Sydney believes life outside the classroom or laboratory is a key component of building successful individuals, and the University strongly encourages its students to participate in campus life. National student organisations have rated Sydney's student experience as the best in Australia, while the wide range of clubs and societies produce world-class debaters and Olympic-winning athletes.
www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_undergraduate
Range of Fees
Undergraduate fees range from:
Local students - AUS$17,472 - $38,352
International Students - AUS$19,248 - $48,464
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. While the University imposes an institutional English language minimum of an overall IELTS of 6.5 with no band below 6.0 at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, many faculties impose higher requirements.
At the undergraduate level, the Faculties of Architecture, Arts, Health Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery and Veterinary Science impose an IELTS requirement of 7.0 in a number of their key programs. The Faculties of Law and Education and Social Work require 7.5 for admission to their undergraduate programs.
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 $110 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 new 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. There are also special scholarships for international students.
The primary scholarships available to international undergraduate students are:
Faculty/International Student Merit Scholarships
This scholarship offers fee remission for one academic year (two semesters) to undergraduate international students. Selection is made by faculties participating in the scholarship program and is strictly based on academic merit during the previous year of study at the University of Sydney. The University of Sydney Foundation Program (University preparation for international students) also participates in this scheme.
Australian Development Scholarships (ADS)
ADS are funded by the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) as part of Australia’s foreign aid program. The ADS provide opportunities for people from selected developing countries to study in Australia. These scholarships are awarded either on merit or on nomination by home governments. Information and application forms must be obtained directly from the Australian Diplomatic Mission or the Australian Education Centre in your home country. For more information visit www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar
Other scholarship sources
The University’s website provides listings of other scholarships available to international students. Students considering studying at the University are strongly advised to regularly check this information: 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 research. Our students have access to experts in their field, whatever they choose to study. Sydney's research-led teaching provides education in its broadest sense, where the University's 30,000 undergraduate students are challenged to develop their minds rather than fill them with facts. Studying alongside top researchers, and in some cases working on their research, exposes Sydney students to excellence – and challenges them to excel.
Before making an application, prospective students should check the specific academic requirements for their preferred course. Entry requirements, including specific entry grades, are detailed on the relevant faculty or department websites and there are course specific entry grades.
www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_undergraduate/admissions/entry_requirements/academic.shtml
Where high school qualifications obtained overseas do not have an Australian equivalent, students can enrol in a University preparation course. The University of Sydney Foundation Program is designed to help students reach the academic standard required for entry to an Australian university and courses are tailored for entry into different disciplines.
www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/international_undergraduate/admissions/foundation_program.shtml
Minimum English-language requirements are in place for all courses. Some courses, for example education and medicine, require more advanced language skills. Prospective students should 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 programs before they begin their studies, while others are taken after 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
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- 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
Contact Information
Country:
Australia
Address:
Sydney
2006
Australia
Switchboard:
61 2 93512222
Fax:
61 2 93513111