The University of Sydney

Located in the vibrant, multicultural and largest Australian city, the University of Sydney is internationally recognised as a prestigious, world-leading institution that drives positive change through high-impact research and inspired education. Home to a world-class curriculum, state-of-the-art research facilities and a culturally diverse community of high-achievers, the University of Sydney is renowned for attracting the brightest minds and producing graduates with the passion and ability to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Faculties: Agriculture and Environment; Architecture, Design and Planning; Arts and Social Sciences; Business; Dentistry; Education and Social Work; Engineering and Information Technologies; Health Sciences; Law; Medicine; Nursing and Midwifery; Pharmacy; Science; Sydney College of the Arts; Sydney Conservatorium of Music; Veterinary Science

Overview

At the University of Sydney, you can gain a world-class education that can take your career anywhere in the world.

Established in 1850 as Australia’s first university, the University of Sydney consistently ranks in the top 1% of universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings. Internationally renowned as an elite institution that excels in teaching and research, the University of Sydney has a network of campuses throughout the dynamic city of Sydney, with its flagship campus located centrally amidst beautiful grounds and heritage listed buildings. Inspired by a noble vision that quality education should be accessible to all, the university hosts a multicultural campus that celebrates diversity and attracts students from 145 countries.

The University of Sydney has a comprehensive and constantly-evolving curriculum informed by the latest research and developments in technology. With world-class learning facilities led by world-class teachers, the university delivers an exceptional educational experience that inspires greatness and fosters imagination, confidence and achievement. Ranked 31st for employer reputation in the 2013/14 QS World University Rankings, the University of Sydney graduates are regarded as high-achievers who can lead positive change in local and international communities, with the university’s distinguished alumni network including Prime Ministers, High Court Justices, Governor-Generals, Nobel Prize winners, and a President of the United Nations General Assembly.

The University of Sydney is among the world’s leading research institutions; home to more than 70 research centres, it is consistently one of the largest Australian recipients of research funding. The university is a member of several renowned national and international university networks that recognise the power of research and education in transforming societies, including the prestigious Group of Eight, a coalition of Australia's leading universities in research and education, the Academic Consortium 21, Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), Australia-Africa Universities Network (AAUN) and the Worldwide Universities Network.

Did you know...?

• Six Australian prime ministers have graduated from the University of Sydney, including Gough Whitlam and John Howard – more than any other Australian institution.
• University of Sydney graduate and CSIRO Scientist John O’Sullivan developed a patent that was crucial in the invention of Wifi, one of the greatest technological innovations of the 21st century. O’Sullivan’s ground-breaking research into wireless technology earned him the nation’s top science award, the Prime Minister’s Prize for Science.
• The university’s main Camperdown/Darlington campus has been ranked in the world’s top 10 most beautiful universities by Britain's Daily Telegraph and The Huffington Post.

Main Intakes

Semester 1: February
Semester 2: July
Summer School: December - February

Pathway Partners

University of Sydney Foundation Program - Taylors College

University of Sydney Centre for English Teaching

Areas Of Study

The University comprises 16 faculties which offer degree programs at bachelor, masters, and PhD levels.

Teaching and Research Specialisations/Strengths

• The University of Sydney is highly regarded for its research capabilities, with 75% of the university’s academic research fields rated as ‘above world standard’ in the 2012 Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) assessment. The university is a major recipient of research funding, recently receiving over $100 million combined from the ARC and NHMRC. The university hosts 70 research centres, including three ARC Centres of Excellence that undertake research into the fields of Autonomous Systems, All-sky Astrophysics and Optical Systems (CUDOS). A wide range of core research facilities include the Mass Spectrometry Core Facility (MSCF) and Advanced Cytometry Facility (ACF).
• The Sydney Law School, the first in Australia, received a rating of 5 stars in the 2012 Excellence in Research for Australia. Sydney’s Law School’s research is ranked 5th within the top international law schools in the Social Sciences Research Network, with students offered pathways to study at Oxford, Cambridge and leading law schools in Asia, Europe and North America. Sydney Law School’s research strengths include criminal, environmental and international law.
• The Arts and Social Sciences faculty ranks among the best arts faculties in the world, ranking in the top 20 in THE World University Rankings by Subject 2013/14. The world-leading faculty offers an extensive range of disciplines led by internationally renowned experts, and offers student exchange programs with over 100 top institutions worldwide including London’s Kings College and China’s Peking University.

The University of Sydney’s Health Sciences faculty is world-class, ranking 23rd in THE World University Rankings by Subject in Clinical, Pre-clinical and Health. The faculty hosts The Charles Perkins Centre, the newly-opened $385 million research complex that accommodates 950 researchers and over 1400 students, with state-of-the-art laboratories, clinical research facilities and advanced collaboration spaces. The centre aims to uncover solutions to significant global health challenges including cardiovascular disease, obesity and diabetes.

Campus Facilities

• Camperdown campus located close to public transport with easy access to the city’s beaches, parks and business district
• Public bus services are accessible to all campus locations, with parking available at some campuses
• Extensive library services including the largest academic library in the Southern Hemisphere
• State-of-the-art learning resources and computing facilities
• Over 200 student clubs, societies and cultural programs
• Excellent sporting facilities including two fitness centres, a rock-climbing wall and Olympic-sized pool
• Cultural and leisure facilities available including cafes, bars, museums, galleries and festivals

Sydney: Fast Facts

Student Testimonials

“I had classmates from 14 different countries so working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and sharing information with them gave me a very wide perspective of things, and that has broadened my horizons. I’d recommend students coming here.... it’s about the university, the environment, the faculty, the resources you have....you can learn a lot and take your career to another level.”

Naj, Master of International Public Health – University of Sydney website.

“I chose Sydney for its fantastic global reputation in student experience and research. With the support of the University of Sydney Union and the University, I founded INCUBATE, a start-up accelerator program that helps student entrepreneurs launch their first business.”

James, Bachelor of Computer Science – University of Sydney website.

"I chose Sydney based on the calibre of its teaching staff. Unlike other programs, which 'invite' industry guests along for the occasional lecture, industry professionals and world-leading academics teach the subjects....the knowledge I’ve gained has already allowed me to complete research for a top retailer, providing valuable insights and recommendations."

Josh, Master of Marketing - University of Sydney website.

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