iae GLOBAL is one of the world’s leading international education networks, offering free, expert guidance to help students choose the right program and university for their future.
In Australia, we’ve supported thousands of international students to study at the University of Sydney (USYD) — one of Australia’s most respected universities and a regular top performer in global rankings. With a lively campus minutes from the CBD, strong industry links, and a big international community, USYD is a brilliant choice whether you’re already in Australia or applying from overseas.
Your Pathway to a World Top-25 University
The University of Sydney is regularly ranked among the world’s best - Top-25 globally and #1 in Australia across key indicators - and is known for research-led teaching, strong industry links, and outstanding graduate outcomes. Study on an iconic central-Sydney campus and earn a degree recognised worldwide by employers and leading universities.
Why international students choose USYD
Sydney is a city made for students—safe, multicultural, full of work and internship opportunities—and USYD sits right at its heart. Degrees are internationally recognised, classes blend theory with real projects, and support is easy to access. You’ll join a diverse cohort, make friends quickly, and graduate with skills employers understand.
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Global reputation that travels with you
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Real experience through internships, practicums, studios and industry projects
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Central-Sydney location for part-time jobs, placements and career networks
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250+ clubs and societies, modern libraries and labs, gyms and sports facilities
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Scholarships for international students, including options that reduce tuition fees
From world-class labs and clinical simulation facilities to maker spaces, studios, and 24/7 libraries, USYD’s campuses combine historic character with cutting-edge infrastructure to power hands-on learning.
Background on USYD
Location
USYD’s main campuses are in inner-Sydney, close to the CBD, startups, hospitals and cultural precincts. Sydney is a safe, multicultural city consistently ranked among the world’s best for students—offering beaches, part-time work, internships and unbeatable lifestyle.
Academic Excellence
Australia’s first university and a member of the Group of Eight, USYD is regularly placed in the global Top-25. Teaching is research-led, with strengths across Medicine & Health, Engineering & IT, Business, Law, Science, Arts and Architecture. Degrees are widely recognised by employers and universities worldwide.
Industry Partnerships
Programs commonly include practicums, clinics, studios or industry projects. Strong links with companies, hospitals, schools and creative industries translate into internships, guest lectures and career pathways—so students graduate with experience as well as knowledge.
Diversity
A large international community from 120+ countries creates a truly global campus. Students find 250+ clubs and societies, tailored support services (academic skills, careers, wellbeing and accommodation advice) and a welcoming environment where new arrivals settle in quickly.
Scholarships
USYD offers a broad range of scholarships for international students across undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and research degrees.
A key option is the Sydney International Student Award, which provides an ongoing tuition-fee reduction (typically 20%) for eligible applicants from selected regions. High-achieving students can also compete for university-wide and faculty merit awards (Business, Engineering, Science, Arts, Law and more), while research candidates may access tuition and stipend packages through competitive HDR scholarships.
Availability, eligibility and value vary by program and intake—we’ll help you identify the best options, confirm requirements, and lodge a strong, on-time application.
USYD Programs
UNSW College offers a range of pathway programs to prepare you for undergraduate and postgraduate study at UNSW. Programs include one-year Diplomas, intensive Foundation Studies, Academic English courses, and Pre-Masters program.
Undergraduate
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Arts & Social Sciences – media, languages, politics, psychology*
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Business – commerce, economics, analytics, marketing
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Engineering & Computer Science – civil, software, electrical, data/AI, cyber
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Science – biology, chemistry, physics, maths, environmental & marine
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Architecture, Design & Planning – architecture, urban planning, design innovation
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Music (Con) – performance, composition, music ed
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Health – nursing, exercise/sport science, allied health pathways
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Law – via combined degrees (e.g., BA/LLB, BComm/LLB)
Postgraduate (Coursework/Research)
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Business & Management – MCom, Accounting, Marketing, Analytics
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Engineering/IT/Data – Professional Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, Data Science
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Health & Medicine – Public Health, Nursing, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Physio**
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Education & Social Work – Teaching, TESOL, Social Work (Qualifying)
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Law – JD, LLM & specialist masters
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Architecture/Built Env – MArch (accredited), Urban, Heritage, Design
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Science – Environmental Science, Statistics, Maths, Psychology**
* Psychology and some Health/Law programs have extra accreditation/pre-req rules—ask us and we’ll map the right pathway.
Need a stepping-stone? We’ll advise on foundation, English, or pre-master’s routes used by international students to reach USYD entry.
Admissions, English & intakes
Most programs have main intakes in February/March and July/August. Undergraduate entry is based on a recognised senior-secondary qualification; postgraduate entry requires a relevant bachelor’s with the required GPA. Some degrees ask for specific subjects, portfolios or auditions. For English, many courses require IELTS 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0) or an equivalent test score, with higher requirements for certain programs. Share your background with us and we’ll match you to the right course and the right intake—plus any pathway if you need it.
How iae GLOBAL helps
We’ve supported thousands of international students.
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Personalised course and pathway matching (UG/PG)
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Application prep and submission, offer follow-up
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Scholarship guidance and timing
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Visa support with our registered migration advisers
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Pre-departure & arrival help (OSHC, banking, housing, etc.)
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Ongoing support after you start