The University of Sydney

International students

To be considered for entry as an international student, you must not be a citizen of Australia or New Zealand (including dual citizenship), or a permanent resident of Australia.

English language requirements

There are minimum English language requirements for entry to the University. Some courses have higher English language requirements. Standard requirements for all courses is an overall band score of 6.5 or more in the Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS), with no bands less than 6.0.

Academic requirements

Each course has specific entry requirements. To be considered for admission into an undergraduate course at the University of Sydney, you need to have completed a recognised senior secondary (high school) qualification.Depending on where you completed your high school studies, you may need to complete a Foundation Program or equivalent.

Additional entry requirements

Some courses have additional entry requirements, such as an audition or interview. Health and security checks are required for courses involving fieldwork in the New South Wales state hospital and education systems.

There are three ways for international students to apply to study at the University of Sydney.

• Apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). You need to apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (www.uac.edu.au) if you are currently studying one of the following qualifications: an Australian Year 12 qualification (eg, NSW HSC, VCE, SA Matriculation) either inside or outside of Australia in the current year, the New Zealand Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 in New Zealand in the current year. Current year IB applicants may apply through UAC or directly to the University.
• Apply direct to the University. International students can apply direct to the University from anywhere in the world.
• Apply through a University representative. The University of Sydney has authorised representatives in more than 50 countries. They offer assistance in all aspects of the application procedure. Contact an office near you, and complete your application with the help of a representative.