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- #41 Ranking
- 237 Masters
- 2,485 Academic Staff
- 63,602 Students
- 22,539 Students (int'l)
- 28,294 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Master's Programmes
Medicine & Health (77)
- Master Advanced Nursing Practice
- M.Eng. Biomedical Engineering
- M.Sc. Brain and Mind Sciences
- Master Clinical Psychology
- Master Clinical Surgery
- Master Clinical Trials Research
- DMD Dental Medicine
- Master Dental Public Health
- Master Diagnostic Radiography
- Master Emergency Nursing
- Master Exercise Physiology
- Master Global Health
- Master Health Communication
- Master Health Law
- Master Health Policy
- Master Health Technology Innovation
- Master Intensive Care Nursing
- Master International Ophtalmology
- Master International Ophthalmology
- Master Medical Imaging Science
- Master Medical Physics
- MD Medicine
- M.Phil. Medicine and Health
- MN Nursing
- Master Nutrition and Dietetics
- Master Occupational Therapy
- MPharm Pharmacy
- Master Physiotherapy
- Master Public Health
- MMed + MPhil Sexual and Reproductive Health and Philosophy
- MSW Social Work
- Master Speech Language Pathology
- Master Surgery
Engineering & Technology (54)
- MArch Architecture
- M.Eng. Biomedical Engineering
- M.Eng. Civil Engineering
- M.Ed. Digital Technologies
- M.Eng. Electrical Engineering
- M.Phil. Engineering
- M.Eng. Fluids Engineering
- M.Eng. Geomechanical Engineering
- Master Information Technology
- M.Eng. Mechanical Engineering
- M.Eng. Power Engineering
- M.Eng. Structural Engineering
- Master Sustainability
- Master Transport
Arts, Design & Architecture (45)
- MArch Architecture
- M.A. Art Curating
- M.A. Arts (Research)
- M.Phil. Arts and Social Sciences
- M.Eng. Civil Engineering
- MFA Fine Arts
- Master Media Practice
- Master Moving Image
- MMus Music (Composition)
- MMus Music (Musicology)
- MMus Music (Performance)
- Master Sustainability
- MDes Urban Design
- Master Urban and Regional Planning
- Master Urbanism (Urban Design)
Business & Management (29)
- M.Phil. Business
- MCom Commerce
- M.Sc. Commerce (Extension)
- Master Complex Systems
- M.Ed. Digital Technologies
- Master Economic Analysis
- Master Health Technology Innovation
- Master International Business
- Master International Relations
- Master Management
- Master Management (CEMS)
- Master Professional Accounting
- Master Project Leadership
- Master Project Management
- Master Public Policy
- MSW Social Work
- Master Strategic Public Relations
- Master Taxation
- Master Transport
Social Sciences (28)
- M.Phil. Arts and Social Sciences
- M.Sc. Brain and Mind Sciences
- Master Clinical Psychology
- M.Sc. Coaching Psychology
- Master Criminology
- Master Criminology (Research)
- Master Cultural Studies
- Master Development Studies
- Master Economic Analysis
- Master Economics
- M.Ed. Educational Psychology
- Master English Studies
- Master International Business
- M.Ed. International Education
- Master International Relations
- Master International Security
- Master Labour Law and Relations
- Master Museum and Heritage Studies
- Master Political Economy
- Master Public Policy
- Master Strategic Public Relations
Computer Science & IT (18)
- M.Phil. Arts and Social Sciences
- Master Complex Systems
- Master Data Science
- Master Data Science (Online)
- M.Ed. Education (Research)
- M.Phil. Engineering
- Master Information Technology
- M.Eng. Software Engineering
Education & Training (17)
- M.Sc. Coaching Psychology
- M.Ed. Digital Technologies
- M.Ed. Education
- M.Ed. Education (Research)
- M.Ed. Educational Psychology
- M.Ed. International Education
- M.Ed. Sports Coaching
- M.Ed. TESOL
- Master Teaching (Early Education)
- Master Teaching (Primary)
- Master Teaching (Secondary)
Law (17)
- Master Business Law
- Master Criminology
- Master Criminology (Research)
- Master Environmental Law
- Master Health Law
- Master International Law
- Master International Security
- JD Juris Doctor
- Master Jurisprudence
- Master Labour Law and Relations
- LL.M. Laws
- LL.M. Laws (Research)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (16)
- Postgraduate Diploma Agriculture and Environment
- Master Agriculture and Environment
- Master Bioethics
- Master Development Studies
- Master Economics
- Master Environmental Law
- Master Environmental Science
- Master Heritage Conservation
- Master Public Policy
- M.Eng. Structural Engineering
- Master Sustainability
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (15)
- Master Bioethics
- Master Biostatistics
- Master Data Science
- Master Mathematical Sciences
- Master Medical Physics
- Master Nutrition and Dietetics
- M.Phil. Science
Humanities (12)
- M.A. Art Curating
- M.A. Arts (Research)
- Master Creative Writing
- Master Cultural Studies
- Master Development Studies
- Master English Studies
- M.Phil. Medicine and Health
- Master Museum and Heritage Studies
- MMed + MPhil Sexual and Reproductive Health and Philosophy
Applied Sciences & Professions (6)
- Master Complex Systems
- M.Phil. Medicine and Health
- Master Museum and Heritage Studies
- MSW Social Work
Agriculture & Forestry (4)
- Postgraduate Diploma Agriculture and Environment
- Master Agriculture and Environment
Journalism & Media (4)
- Master Media Practice
- Master Moving Image
- Master Publishing
- Master Strategic Public Relations
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
- Master Exercise Physiology
- M.Ed. Sports Coaching
About
History
- The 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 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
41 -3
2022
38 2
2021
40
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
2023
54 4
2022
58 -7
2021
51
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
2022
60 9
2021
69 5
2020
74
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.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
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2022
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2021
27
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.
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
Our 11 libraries are located on different campuses and specialise in particular subjects. They have a wide range of facilities, including spaces for group and individual study.
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.
Accreditation
The University of Sydney is recognised as an affiliated university under the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program.
Student Reviews
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They provide inefficient teaching for offshore students. The service for international students is very poor. The tuition is very expensive.
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I loved to enrol in the University of Sydney, the education standards are high and qualitative. I could afford to pay the whole masters that's why I undertook a short course instead.
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