University of Sydney

Last Updated on Thursday, 25 February 2010 22:17 Written by Ricardo Monday, 13 April 2009 04:48

In a recent survey Sydney was ranked as the eighth most liveable city in the world.

Renowned for its multicultural flavor, Sydney is without a doubt one of the most amazing cities in the world. The possibilities for education, culture, entertainment and sports are nearly endless in this thriving metropolis. At its heart is a spectacular harbor, home to the famous sails of the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Distinct neighborhoods, linked by excellent public transportation, offer a huge range of lifestyles and cultures. Darling Harbour is Sydney’s glittering entertainment district and a hub of endless fun. When you’re looking to unwind from the fast pace of Sydney, visit the Blue Mountains in the west or sample wines in the Hunter Valley to the north of Sydney, where some of Australia’s best wines are made.

 University highlights

• Member of the prestigious Group of Eight, Australia’s leading research universities
• 17^th in the World University Rankings Times Higher Educations Supplement 2009
• One of Australia’s most prestigious universities, modeled after Oxford InEngland
• Main campus next to the laid-back, trendy Glebe neighborhood with a cafe culture and a New Age attitude
• 100 teaching departments organized into 18 faculties
• A magnificent 1857 quadrangle regarded as a national treasure
• The modern Fisher Library, the largest of its kind in Australia
• An active student union with dining services, recreational facilities, medical centers, dental clinic, banks, pharmacies, travel agencies, hairdresser, news agents and food outlets
• Great sports facilities, including indoor pool, rock climbing, tennis pavilion, gymnasium and recreation center, plus a ski hut \
• A 5 min bus ride from the central business district, Darling Harbour and Circular Quay, and about 30 minutes from the closest beach

Housing

Housing is with international or Australian students in one of five residential colleges or the Sydney University Village, or with U.S. students in off-campus Unilodge apartments. Residential colleges have mandatory meal plans; students at Sydney University Village and Unilodge purchase or prepare their meals in shared kitchen facilities

Campus amenities

• World-class performing arts facilities
• More than 50 student clubs and societies
• On-campus bookstore, audiovisual services, food concessions, cafes, banks and shops
• Sport and recreation center with pool, gymnasium, squash and tennis courts and a variety of activities from aerobics to weight lifting

Subjects to consider

• Fine arts
• Humanities
• Health Sciences
• Engineering

More Information

• Program Dates
• Program Fees
• Program Advisor: Lindsey Jendraszak
• Email the Local Office
• Download a Application form, Apply online *

*Applications only available to US or Canadian higher education students