The University of Sydney – A world-leading university in a world-class city
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We’re Australia’s first university and proud of our history of leading thinking and welcoming people from all social and cultural backgrounds for 165 years.
We’re regularly ranking the top 50 universities worldwide. We’ve taught seven prime ministers, two Nobellaureates, three astronauts, 110 Rhodes scholars, onePulitzer Prize winner and145 Olympians.What will you achieve?
The University of Sydney is one of Australia’s largest and most prestigious universities. Established in 1850, it is Australia’s first university, and a member of the ‘Group of Eight’, a coalition of Australia’s premier research intensive universities, and among the top three in Australia. We are ranked 42nd in the world by the QS World University Rankings 2019. Our University is ranked top 20 in the world in a range of areas including:
- Anatomy and physiology #13 in the world
- Architecture/built environment #1 in Australia and #15 in the world
- Communication and media studies #20 in the world
- Education #1 in Australia and #12 in the world
- Engineering – civil and structural #20 in the world
- English language and literature #18 in the world
- Geography #17 in the world
- Law #12 in the world
- Medicine #18 in the world
- Nursing #15 in the world
- Pharmacy and pharmacology #19 in the world
- Sports-related subjects #4 in the world
- Veterinary sciences #1 in Australia and #9 in the world
Top 5 reasons to join the University of Sydney
1. A world-class university
We’re consistently ranked in the top 50 universities worldwide,1 reflecting our reputation for leadership in research and education. We also have a range of subjects in the top 25 globally, including architecture, arts and humanities, accounting and finance, law and nursing.
2. Most employable graduates
We’re ranked first in Australia and fifth in the world for graduate employability.3The QS Employability Rankings move past employment rates to give a more in-depth indication of how universities are perceived in the global graduate jobs market, how well-connected universities are to the professional world, and the quality of employment outcomes achieved by graduates. University of Sydney offers career support for international students. The service offers advice, and runs events and programmes specifically designed to help students understand the local job market, increase their networking and assist them in building a career.
3. Widest range of courses
At Sydney, students can combine their academic interests and passions and challenge themselves to think across our broad range ofdisciplines that are unparalleled in Australia. They can immerse themselves in real-world projects and gain new perspectives with our global opportunities.
The Sydney Undergraduate Experience will ensure students graduate with the confidence to think critically, collaborate productively and influence the world.
4. Exceptional facilities
Our campuses feature sandstone buildings alongside modern, sophisticated facilities. We have significant investments in vital new infrastructure, including the completed Sydney Nano-science Hub, the University of Sydney Business School Abercrombie Precinct and a planned Engineering and Technology precinct.
5. Best student experience
Did you know that we have 12 cafes, four live performance spaces, two fitness centres, museums, art galleries, two 24-hour libraries, an indoor rock climbing wall and a 50-metre swimming pool?
We’re proud to offer the best student experience and campus culture in Australia.4Student can make new friends through more than 200 student clubs and societies, including the Ekansh Cultural Society, South Asian Business Society. There is something for everyone.
Our Camperdown/Darlington Campus is located in the heart of one of the world’s most popular cities for international students. We are close to the city’s central business district (CBD) and Sydney’s stunning beaches and iconic landmarks.
Scholarship opportunities
We aim to attract the world’s brightest minds to study with us, so we have designed scholarship programmes specifically for international students. Whatever you choose to study, there are scholarships available to support your degree. Faculty based scholarships and the Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship are just a couple of them. The Vice-Chancellors International Scholarship provides up to A$40,000 value and is awarded to international students based on academic merit.
Meet with us
Discover how you can take your place at Australia’s most respected university. Meet Mr Nishant Jadhav from the University of Sydney in Colombo on 3rd and 4thSeptember 2019 at OZO Hotel. To register call +94 77 177 0361
Find out how you can join our community at sydney.edu.au.
1. QS World University Rankings 2020
2. QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019
3. QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2019
4. National Union of Students Quality Survey, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015