The University of Sydney

Camperdown/Darlington Campus, Sydney Australia

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# 18QS World University Rankings

379Undergrad. & Postgrad. Programmes

61 % International students

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About The University of Sydney

At the University of Sydney , we turn ambition into action.

As the 18th ranked university in the world (QS 2025), we’ve spent over 170 years empowering brilliant minds from all walks of life to strive for better – for themselves, their communities and...
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At the University of Sydney , we turn ambition into action.

We have a diverse community of talented and visionary thinkers – where great minds meet to inspire, educate, and innovate. A place where all students can realise their full potential. Where generous scholarships, entrepreneurial programs and industry placements equip our students with the support and leadership qualities they need to excel in futures they haven’t even imagined yet.

We offer an exceptional range of study areas, with six disciplines ranked in the global top 20 and 36 in the top 50 (QS Rankings by Subject 2024). With more than 400 study areas and a wide range of professional and specialist degrees, our flexible degree structures will prepare students for a career that is theirs to define.

Outside the classroom, students can make lifelong friends and connections, with more than 240 student-run clubs and societies bringing the campus to life. The University of Sydney community – which covers the world – includes more than 80,000 students, 9400 academic and professional staff, and 445,000+ alumni.

One of the world's top research universities

Our multidisciplinary initiatives bring together researchers from across the University to solve the world’s greatest challenges, from creating a more sustainable world and reaching net zero by 2050, to developing new treatments for chronic diseases and unlocking the potential of quantum. We have more than 150 centres and networks dedicated to groundbreaking research, making us one of the leading research-intensive universities.

We collaborate with more than 500 industry partners to combine our research expertise with business knowledge and translate our research from lab to market solutions.

We’re proud to be ranked 18th globally and 7th in the world for Sustainability (2025 QS University World Rankings and 2024 QS Sustainability Rankings).

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About The University of Sydney

At the University of Sydney , we turn ambition into action.

One of the world's top research universities

We collaborate with more than 500 industry partners to combine our research expertise with business knowledge and translate our research from lab to market solutions.

We’re proud to be ranked 18th globally and 7th in the world for Sustainability (2025 QS University World Rankings and 2024 QS Sustainability Rankings).

Learn more about our research impact.

Connect with University of Sydney on Instagram, YouTube, X.

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Available programmes

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (30)

Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Media and Communications)

Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Media and Communications) (Honours)

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Arts (Dual Degree, Sciences Po, France)

Bachelor of Arts (Extended)

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

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Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences / Faculty of Engineering (1)

Bachelor of Engineering Honours / Bachelor of Arts

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences / Faculty of Medicine and Health (2)

Bachelor of Arts and Doctor of Medicine

Bachelor of Arts and Master of Nursing

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences / The University of Sydney Law School (2)

Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws

Faculty of Engineering (16)

Bachelor of Advanced Computing

Bachelor of Advanced Computing and Bachelor of Science (Health)

Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Aeronautical Engineering)

Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Biomedical Engineering)

Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering)

Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Civil Engineering)

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Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (37)

Master of Art Curating

Master of Arts (Research)

Master of Creative Writing

Master of Crosscultural and Applied Linguistics

Master of Cultural Studies

Master of Digital Communication and Culture

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Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences / Faculty of Engineering (1)

Master of Social Justice (Peace and Conflict Studies)

Faculty of Engineering (52)

Master of Complex Systems

Master of Cybersecurity

Master of Data Science

Master of Data Science (Online)

Master of Engineering (Automation and Manufacturing Systems)

Master of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering)

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Faculty of Engineering / Faculty of Medicine and Health (1)

Master of Digital Health and Data Science

Faculty of Engineering / The University of Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning / The University of Sydney Busines (1)

Master of Transport

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Executive MBA (1)

Global Executive MBA

Full-Time MBA (1)

Master of Business Administration (Leadership and Enterprise)

Part-Time MBA (1)

Master of Business Administration

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (1)

Doctor of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences)

Faculty of Engineering (1)

Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering)

Faculty of Medicine and Health (11)

Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Medicine)

Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Surgery)

Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Orthodontics)

Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Paediatric Dentistry)

Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics)

Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Prosthodontics)

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Faculty of Science (4)

Doctor of Philosophy (Science)

Doctor of Philosophy (Science) [MCP/PhD]

Doctor of Physiotherapy

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Sydney Conservatorium of Music (2)

Doctor of Musical Arts

Doctor of Philosophy (Music)

The University of Sydney Law School (2)

Doctor of Philosophy (Law)

Juris Doctor

The University of Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning (1)

Doctor of Philosophy (Architecture, Design and Planning)

University of Sydney Business School (1)

Doctor of Philosophy (Business)

University information

Admission criteria

Whether you are applying as a domestic or international student, understanding the criteria for admission is essential. Check the specific admission criteria for your course.

You can also check to see whether:

- - your secondary school qualification is recognised for admission

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General

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

85+

PTE Academic

61+

International Baccalaureate

35+

SAT

1200+

ACT

28+

GMAT

600+

GPA

Our Iconic Quadrangle might be what springs to mind when you think of the University of Sydney, but we also have working farms, a field station on the great Barrier Reef and many other facilities – our teachers, researchers and students are based all over Australia.

Students can enjoy a wide range of facilities on campus, including 30 cafes, bars and food outlets, live performance spaces,...
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Total students

47,344

UG students

63%

PG students

37%

International students

29,015

UG students

54%

PG students

46%

Total faculty staff

3,188

Domestic staff

51%

Int'l staff

49%

Student life

The University of Sydney draws students not only from all over Australia, but from all over the world, so not only are students learning their coursework, but more importantly, they are learning from each other. Every student has something to offer the community, and everybody’s path is unique.

Student experience at the University of Sydney has consistently been ranked...
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The Careers Centre will offer career advice and thousands of student jobs their database. Right from your first year at university, you have access to an abundance of career counselling services and resources to help put you in the best career position by the end of your degree.

Tuition fees

One of the important factors when considering study abroad is the cost. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their studies. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.