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.
Distance Learning Courses
Business & Management (37)
- Short Course A Toolkit for New Managers
- Short Course Advanced Leadership and Practical Management
- Short Course Budgets and Forecasts Course for Organisations
- Short Course Business Analytics
- Short Course Business Process Design and Implementation
- Short Course Business Writing Course - Essentials
- Short Course Change Management Course for Organisations
- Short Course Design and Innovation Thinking
- Short Course Digital Strategy Course for Experienced Marketers
- Short Course Effective Business Report Writing
- Short Course Effective Minute Taking
- Short Course Effective Ongoing Stakeholder Management
- Short Course Finance Course for the Non-Financial Manager
- Short Course Financial Modelling Course - The Complete Guide
- Short Course Google Ads (AdWords) Management
- Short Course HR Essentials
- Short Course Key Account Management
- Short Course Leadership
- Short Course Leading Self, Others and Teams
- Short Course Lean Six Sigma Course - Improve Productivity
- Short Course Operational Planning
- Short Course People Management Essentials
- Short Course Product Management
- Short Course Project Management
- Master Project Management
- Short Course Project Management Course - Stakeholder Management
- Short Course Risk Management and Corporate Governance
- Short Course Strategic Marketing Planning
- Short Course Strategic Planning and Management
- Short Course Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
- Short Course Team Managers and Leaders Course - Essential Skills
- Short Course Time Management Course - Essentials
- Short Course Video Marketing Strategy
- Short Course Women in Leadership Course - Advanced Skills
Medicine & Health (25)
- Master Global Health
- Master Health Policy
- Master Medical Imaging Science
- Master Public Health
Computer Science & IT (20)
- Short Course Business Analytics
- Short Course Business Insights with Google Analytics 4
- Master Cybersecurity
- Master Data Science (Online)
- Short Course Google Ads (AdWords) Management
- Short Course Introduction to SEO (Search Engine Optimisation)
- Short Course Microsoft 365 Course - Collaborative Tools
- Short Course Microsoft Excel Course - Level 1
- Short Course Microsoft Excel VBA
- Short Course Philosophy of Work in the Age of AI
- Short Course Power BI Course - Level 1
- Short Course Python Programming Course - Level 1A
- Short Course R Programming
- Short Course SQL Course - Level 1
- Short Course User Experience (UX) Design
- Short Course Web Writing with SEO
Social Sciences (12)
- Short Course Assertive Communication and Conversation Skills
- Short Course Customer Service Excellence
- Short Course Dealing with Difficult Behaviours at Work
- Short Course Emotional Intelligence
- Master Health Policy
- M.Ed. International Education
- Short Course Interpersonal Skills and Effective Communication
- Short Course Negotiation Skills Course for Professionals
- Short Course Presenting and Communicating with Impact
- Short Course The Psychology of Influence
Law (8)
- Short Course Advocacy in the Children's Court
- Short Course Assessing witness credibility
- Short Course Contract Management
- Short Course Vulnerable witness advocacy
Humanities (7)
- Short Course Creative Writing
- Short Course Editing and Proofreading
- Short Course Introduction to Philosophy
- Short Course Persuasive Writing
- Short Course Philosophy and History of Science
- Short Course Philosophy of Music
- Short Course Philosophy of Work in the Age of AI
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (6)
- Master Bioethics
- Master Biostatistics
- Short Course Philosophy and History of Science
- Short Course Statistics Course for Non-Statisticians
Arts, Design & Architecture (2)
- Short Course Design and Deliver Training and Assessments
- Short Course Philosophy of Music
Education & Training (2)
- M.Sc. Coaching Psychology
- M.Ed. International Education
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
- Short Course Australian Native Plants Gardening
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
- Master Bioethics
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
- M.Ed. Sports Coaching
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.
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.
The University of Sydney is recognised as an affiliated university under the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program.