All Levels
Up to AUD 60,000 (approx.)
University of Sydney
Sydney, Australia
"Australia's first university, founded in 1850"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#28 (QS)
PSW VISA
2-3 years (subclass 485)
About University of Sydney
The University of Sydney was founded in 1850 and is Australia's first university. It is a member of the Group of Eight and has its main Camperdown/Darlington campus in inner Sydney, with sites in the Sydney CBD, at Camden and at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. It is known for medicine, law, business, engineering, architecture and veterinary science.
Rankings & Recognition
#28
Ranked #28 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#=25 in QS 2026).
Accreditations & Memberships
Group of Eight (Go8)
Sandstone universities
APRU
Universitas 21
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Sydney's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
98.9#
Employer Reputation
94.2#
Faculty / Student
15.7#
Citations / Faculty
94.3#
Intl. Faculty
99.9#
Intl. Students
100.0#
Intl. Research Network
95.5#
Employment Outcomes
95.8#
Sustainability
97.6#
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Key Facts
1850
Founded
70,298
Total Students (2024)
3,980
Academic Staff (2024)
#28
QS 2027
Group of Eight
Group
Popular Programs
Medicine
Law
Business
Engineering
Architecture
Veterinary Science
Application Details
Application Route
Online via Sydney Student
Application Fee
AUD 150 (approx.)
Intakes
February and August
IELTS (standard)
6.5 (no band < 6.0)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic
|
6.5 (no band below 6.0) |
|
TOEFL iBT (approx.)
|
85 |
|
PTE Academic (approx.)
|
64 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
N/A
I-20 Processing
Student visa (subclass 500)
Post-Study Work
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled migration (points test)
Financials
Application Fee
AUD 150 (approx.)
Avg Scholarship
Up to AUD 60,000 (approx.)
Career Outcomes
90% within 4 months
Employment (approx.)
AUD 75,000 (approx.)
Median Start Salary
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff (2024) — 3,980
Admin Staff (2024) — 5,961
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Notable Alumni
Anthony Albanese (Prime Minister)
Joan Sutherland (soprano)
Germaine Greer (writer)
Charles Perkins (Aboriginal activist)
John Cornforth (Nobel Chemistry)
Campus & Location
The main Camperdown/Darlington campus is in inner Sydney. The university also has Sydney CBD sites, a campus at Camden for agriculture and veterinary science, and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
Campus Details
Camperdown/Darlington
+ CBD + Camden + Con
Campus Forecast
Camperdown
Darlington
Camden
Sydney CBD
Humid subtropical climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residential colleges and uni apartments
approx. AUD 306-475 / week
Dining
Campus food outlets and Newtown / Glebe cafes
Health & Wellness
OSHC health cover required; on-campus health and counselling
Activities & Clubs
USU clubs and societies
Sydney Uni Sport and Fitness
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students (2024)
70,298
Undergraduate
40,388
Postgraduate
29,910
Cost Deep-Dive
Master's Tuition (approx.)
AUD 56,800-64,800 / year
MBA (approx.)
AUD 60,100 / year
Living Cost (Govt minimum)
AUD 29,710 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Most courses start in February (Semester 1) and August (Semester 2). Some postgraduate courses have extra start dates.
Scholarships at University of Sydney
2 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Year 12 equivalent; IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0).
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree; IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0), higher for some courses.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5 (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT (approx.)
PTE Academic (approx.)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Year 12 or degree certificate
English test result (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL)
Statement of purpose (Genuine Student)
CV (postgraduate)
Financial capacity evidence
OSHC health cover
Application Process
1
Choose course
Pick a course on sydney.edu.au and check its entry and English requirements.
2
Apply online
Apply through the Sydney Student portal or an authorised agent and upload your documents.
3
Get your offer
Receive a conditional or full offer letter.
4
Accept & pay
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and buy OSHC to receive your CoE.
5
Student visa
Apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with your CoE and Genuine Student statement.
6
Arrive & enrol
Arrive in Australia, attend orientation and finish enrolment.
Campus & Location
The main Camperdown/Darlington campus is in inner Sydney. The university also has Sydney CBD sites, a campus at Camden for agriculture and veterinary science, and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Commerce
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Doctoral (MD)
1
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Doctoral (MD)
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Master's
2
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Master's
Master of Data Science
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Master's
Master of Business Administration
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