University of Sydney

The University of Sydney, founded in 1850, is located in the heart of Sydney. The institution is ranked 19th in the world, and 1st in Australia for graduate employability. This institution offers Australia's broadest range of disciplines. Set around the world's largest natural harbour, Sydney is home to beautiful golden beaches, world-class museums and art galleries, delicious food and a full calendar of exciting events and festivals.   

Available exchanges

The University of Sydney hosts the University-wide exchange and Subject-specific Business, Environmental Sciences, and Chemistry and Physics Research exchanges.

Restricted subject areas

No known restrictions on courses but please check the course catalogues to ensure you can access appropriate courses for your degree programme. We advise that Science and Engineering students should look closely at the courses available to ensure that they can be taken in sequence.

Not suitable for Economics. 

This exchange may be difficult for Direct Entry students to gain acceptance. 

Your responsibilities

  • The information provided here serves as a guide.
  • It is your responsibility to research whether the partner provides appropriate courses for your degree programme.
  • Even if there are no restrictions on your degree subject, this does not mean that there are appropriate courses for you.

To find courses available at Sydney and further information please consult the pages below: 

 

  

Most undergraduate study abroad and exchange students select 1000-3000 level units in areas that they have already studied at their home institution. Please be aware that you may need to prove pre-requisites and previous study for some courses.    


Guaranteed Accommodation? 

Yes

University Accommodation

The University of Sydney offers accommodation on and off campus. University Residences offer independent living close to campus. The university manages these on-campus, self-catered residences. Students staying here can also get involved in various sporting, cultural and wellbeing events.    

The University of Sydney also offers Residential colleges. Every college offers a supportive living experience and a busy social calendar. These options are catered, including 18-21 meals per week, laundry services and a strong support network.   

 

Formal college dinners take place regularly at the residences, featuring keynote addresses from alumni and special guests, and there are social events run by both the college and student-run committees.  

Private accommodation 

The University of Sydney have some tips about living off campus:

Accommodation can get booked fast, so it is something you need to look into in advance   

There is a lot of private student accommodation on offer in Sydney, as well as student boarding houses, which are common in the inner west of Sydney. The University of Sydney has a database which could be useful when searching for accommodation.    

 

Additionally, University of Sydney offers short-term housing options that can be used while you look for a more permanent place before your course starts.    


How much it will cost to go on exchange to Sydney?

From 10 May 2024, the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs announced that student visa applicants will need to show they have a minimum of $29,710 to cover the cost of living for a year in Australia. 

In addition to this amount, you'll also need to consider establishment costs such as buying furniture, paying a rental bond and setting up electricity, gas and mobile phone accounts, as well as other expenses such as visa and medical fees, tuition fees, return airfares, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). Remember that exchange rate variations may also affect your budget. 

University of Sydney provides information on the cost of living there. 

You may also wish to refer to the Study Australia Cost of Living Calculator to get an estimate on how much it could cost to have the lifestyle you choose in Australia.

 

Health insurance

Overseas Student Health Cover is compulsory for international students. Costs will depend on your insurance provider and your level of cover. Check with your insurance provider for rates for your selected cover.  


Please check the below for key semester dates. 


  

 

 

 


The University of Sydney has provided the following documents for prospective exchange students.


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