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- 159 Masters
- Public Institution Type
Master's Programmes
Medicine & Health (49)
- Master Advanced Nursing Practice
- M.Sc. Brain and Mind Sciences
- Master Clinical Psychology
- Master Clinical Trials Research
- Master Diagnostic Radiography
- Master Emergency Nursing
- Master Global Health
- Master Health Communication
- Master Health Law
- Master Health Policy
- Master Health Security
- Master Health Technology Innovation
- Master Intensive Care Nursing
- Master International Ophtalmology
- Master Medical Imaging Science
- Master Medical Physics
- Master Medicine (Internal Medicine)
- Master Medicine (Metabolic Health)
- Master Medicine (Ophtalmic Science)
- Master Medicine (Pain Management)
- Master Medicine (Psychiatry)
- Master Medicine (Sleep Medicine)
- Master Mental Health Nursing
- Master Nursing
- Master Nutrition and Dietetics
- Master Occupational Therapy
- Master Pharmacy
- Master Physiotherapy
- Master Primary Health Care Nursing
- Master Public Health
Business & Management (25)
- Master Commerce
- Master Complex Systems
- Master Economic Analysis
- Master Health Technology Innovation
- Master Human Rights
- Master International Business
- Master International Relations
- Master International Studies
- Master Management
- Master Management (Cems)
- Master Professional Accounting
- Master Project Leadership
- Master Project Management
- Master Public Policy
- M.Eng. Risk Management
- Master Social Work
- Master Taxation
Social Sciences (24)
- M.Sc. Brain and Mind Sciences
- Master Clinical Psychology
- Master Coaching Psychology
- Master Criminology
- Master Cultural Studies
- Master Development Studies
- Master Economic Analysis
- Master Economics
- Master English Studies
- Master Health Communication
- Master Human Rights
- Master International Business
- M.Ed. International Education
- Master International Relations
- Master International Security
- Master International Studies
- Master Labour Law and Relations
- Master Peace and Conflict Studies
- Master Political Economy
- Master Public Policy
- Master Strategic Public Relations
Arts, Design & Architecture (20)
- Master Architecture
- M.A. Art Curating
- Master Audio and Acoustics
- Master Media Practice
- Master Moving Image
- Master Urban Design
- Master Urban and Regional Planning
- Master Urbanism (Urban Design)
Engineering & Technology (20)
- M.Eng. Biomedical Engineering
- M.Eng. Civil Engineering
- M.Eng. Electrical Engineering
- M.Eng. Fluids Engineering
- M.Eng. Geomechanical Engineering
- Master Information Technology
- M.Eng. Mechanical Engineering
- M.Eng. Power Engineering
- M.Eng. Risk Management
- M.Eng. Software
- M.Eng. Structural Engineering
- Master Sustainability
Education & Training (17)
- Master Coaching Psychology
- M.Ed. Educational Psychology
- M.Ed. International Education
- Master Rehabilitation Counseling
- Master Speech Language Pathology
- M.Ed. Sports Coaching
- M.Ed. TESOL
- Master Teaching (Early Education)
- Master Teaching (Primary)
- Master Teaching (Secondary)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (13)
- Postgraduate Diploma Agriculture and Environment
- Master Agriculture and Environment
- Master Bioethics
- Master Biostatistics
- Master Development Studies
- Master Economics
- Master Environmental Law
- Master Environmental Science
- Master Heritage Conservation
- Master Sustainability
Law (12)
- Master Business Law
- Master Criminology
- Master Environmental Law
- Master Health Law
- Master Human Rights
- Master International Law
- Master International Security
- Master Jurisprudence
- Master Labour Law and Relations
- LL.M. Laws
Humanities (8)
- M.A. Art Curating
- Master Creative Writing
- Master English Studies
- Master Museum and Heritage Studies
- Master Social Work (Qualifying)
- Master Speech Language Pathology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (6)
- Master Bioethics
- Master Biostatistics
- Master Mathematical Sciences
- Master Medical Physics
Applied Sciences & Professions (5)
- Master Complex Systems
- Master Museum and Heritage Studies
- M.Eng. Risk Management
- Master Social Work
- Master Social Work (Qualifying)
Computer Science & IT (5)
- Master Data Science
- Master Information Technology
- M.Eng. Software
- Master Speech Language Pathology
Journalism & Media (5)
- Master Media Practice
- Master Moving Image
- Master Publishing
- Master Strategic Public Relations
Agriculture & Forestry (2)
- Postgraduate Diploma Agriculture and Environment
- Master Agriculture and Environment
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
- Master Exercise Physiology
- M.Ed. Sports Coaching
About
History
- Our founding principle as Australia’s first university was that we would be a modern and progressive institution. It’s an ideal we still hold dear today.
- When William Charles Wentworth proposed the idea of Australia’s first university in 1850, he imagined “the opportunity for the child of every class to become great and useful in the destinies of this country”.
Education
- Study with us and be prepared for a future full of possibilities
- Search for your dream course to study. Whether you’re starting out, looking to improve your career prospects, or pursuing a passion, we have the widest range of courses available in Australia.
Research
Our research is driven by the big picture. We take a problem and look at it from all angles, combining the expertise and talents of scholars from many disciplines.
Career
- Career advice and thousands of student jobs on our 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.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
27 4
2019
31 3
2018
34
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
42
2019
42 8
2018
50
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
60 -1
2019
59 2
2018
61
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
80 -12
2018
68 15
2017
83
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Our team of compliance officers is here to help you with basic issues related to student visas and your studies in general.
We will support you by:
- issuing new eCoEs for approved changes to your course duration
- referring you to various support services on campus
- sending newsletters with reminders about updates to student visa conditions and important semester dates.
Housing services
Whether you’re looking to join a residential college or set up a shared house off campus, there are many accommodation options for you to choose from. Our accommodation team can offer guidance on student accommodation in Sydney.
Library services
The Library has assistive technology rooms in the Fisher and Health Sciences Libraries. These rooms provide access to specialist software and hardware for clients that are registered with the University's Disability Services.
Facilities by library
All of our spaces have:
- Wifi (Accessible by UniKey – Eduroam - authorised guest)
- PCs that can be logged into using your UniKey
- Printers and scanners
Medical services
- Your health and wellbeing is one of our top priorities. That’s why we encourage you to take advantage of the convenient healthcare facilities on our campuses.
- Whether you’re in need of treatment for an injury, illness, or have any health concern, the University Health Service can help.
Student Life
Campus life
- We offer a variety of on-campus options to suit different pockets
- Living on campus puts you right in the heart of student life, so you can get the most out of your time at university.
Sports facilities
- Keeping active is an important part of student life
- Whether you’re training for a gold medal or looking for a spin, dance or Pilates class, Sydney Uni Sport & Fitness (SUSF) offers programs and membership options to suit everyone.
Student clubs
- If you’re an undergraduate the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) is a student-run body that represents your rights and interests.
- If you are a postgraduate coursework or research student, the Sydney University Postgraduate Representative Association (SUPRA) provides you with assistance for academic or personal issues that you may experience.
- The University of Sydney Union (USU) is a not-for-profit organisation that provides student programs and services. They oversee over 200 student clubs and societies that you can join even if you aren't a member.
Student Reviews
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During my time at the University of Sydney, I have had the opportunity to receive highly intellectually-rewarding education offered by excellent scholars and researchers who are experts in their fields. A solid foundation is built through theories discussion and hands-on learning.
Art
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I worked in many companies, in restoration, design, painting, and teach art.
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I didn’t think University life would be like this. Full of new experiences and learning. I love that the entire uni has a feeling of community and closeness during hard times
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