Overview

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as AustraLearn, offers semester and year abroad programs at the University of Sydney.

WHY STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY?
The University of Sydney is one of Australia’s largest and most prestigious universities. Established in 1850, it is Australia’s first university, and a member of the ‘Group of Eight’, Australia’s premier research intensive universities. It is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world and amongst the top three in Australia. Sydney's current enrolment of approximately 49,000 students (including almost 11,000 international students representing 130 nationalities), enjoy an academic experience of the highest quality.

The University of Sydney is located in Sydney, Australia’s most dynamic, exciting and culturally diverse city. Heritage-listed, sandstone buildings stand side by side with ultra-modern sophisticated ones on the main campus, which is surrounded by green park lands. The university is also conveniently situated within close proximity to the city’s Central Business District and also to Sydney’s world-renowned, stunning ocean beaches.

Their academic and teaching resources include Australia’s largest university library, and state-of-the-art technical, computing and research facilities. We offer the widest range of research programs in Australia and are one of the top recipients of Australian government research funding. University of Sydney alumni include many high profile graduates placed in prominent and influential positions in both the public and private sectors across the world.

Our faculty is a mix of local and internationally recruited academics with extensive teaching, business and industry expertise. They bring years of knowledge gained from research in their respective fields into the classroom, providing students with a stimulating academic environment. We have an exceptional staff/student ratio with smaller, more personal classes, allowing our lecturers to cater to the students’ individual needs. The extra-curricular sporting and recreational amenities, clubs and societies available to our students are second to none. Our student support services have been rated as the best at any Australian university.

Since its inception, The University of Sydney has built an enviable reputation for quality, credibility and integrity, and is held in high esteem by its students, staff, alumni, business, industry and government. They are committed to maximising the potential of everyone in the global community we serve, seeking to develop curious minds that embrace challenge and change. The University of Sydney helps seek knowledge, reveal new perspectives and devise solutions. Over the past 160 years, the university has maintained a long and proud tradition of excellence in education, and heas been relentless in their efforts to provide a fertile environment where the brightest minds flourish.

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Academic Highlights

The University of Sydney is renowned for the high quality of its teaching and – with over 4,000 subjects to choose from - offers students the largest University subject selection in Australia. Courses combine essential theory with the latest practice - producing students with a richer understanding of their chosen subjects. They have an exceptional staff/student ratio.

Graduates are highly sought after by employers and attract the top starting salaries. Famous alumni include Australian prime ministers, Nobel Prize winners, and a host of international stars in education, arts, politics, and business. 



The University of Sydney is currently ranked #2 in Australia and figures prominently in global rankings. Sydney is ranked among the world’s top 40 universities (UK Times Higher Education Supplement, October 2008), with its humanities teaching and research ranked in the top 20.

The University of Sydney consistently finishes well ahead of all other universities in the competition for Australian Research Council grants. It has the largest number of research programs and research students of any Australian university. 

Internships Available

Are you interested in completing a part time internship for credit while you take classes at the University of Sydney? Learn More>
 

University Services

Housing

As a GlobaLinks Learning Abroad student you are guaranteed pre-arranged accommodation to fit your lifestyle. There are a variety of housing options available which you will apply for after acceptance. Read below for more specific options offered at this university:

Students attending the University of Sydney have the opportunity of living in off-campus accommodation in single or shared self-catered apartments. Students will live within great communities with other international students, as well as locals. The location is convenient to transport, a short walk to University facilities and is within walking distance to shopping, cafés and more.  

Orientation

In addition to the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program which is included in your program fees, University of Sydney provides a university specific orientation. The Study Abroad Program and International Student Support Unit (ISSU) Orientation provides essential and valuable information about services and resources at the University as well as opportunities to meet other students and staff enjoy social activities and find out about the many student organizations and sporting facilities available to students. The orientation program also includes details of student enrollments and academic information.

Get Involved Abroad

Extracurricular Activities

Being a University of Sydney student isn’t just about study. Becoming involved in non-academic activities at the University helps you to develop a network of friends and broaden your outlook and skills.

All campuses have their own services and facilities, including cafés, social and recreational venues, student organizations and a rich social and sporting life. Prayer facilities for all faiths are also available on campus.

The Study Abroad Program offers a ‘Buddy’ program that helps you network on Facebook before you arrive, settle in and make friends with local and international students, become informed and involved in events in and around the University. The Buddy Program has events running on a weekly basis including BBQs, bushwalks, city tours, pub nights, fancy dress parties, brunches and dinners. 



Student organizations are an important part of university life. The University of Sydney Union (USU) is the oldest and largest student organization in Australia. The Union arranges a wide variety of entertainment – everything from live music to Arts festivals – and coordinates major student events like Orientation Week. The University’s registered clubs and societies cover a wide range of interests from archery to sailboarding, from sushi to Scottish country dancing, from meditation to politics.

In addition to the social and sporting clubs, there are more than 50 international student clubs that provide support for students from all backgrounds. Societies include the Sydney University Association of Malaysian Students, the University of Sydney Indonesian Students Association, the Sydney University Muslim Students Association, the Singaporean Students Association, the University of Sydney Indian Society and many more. It’s a good idea to join as many clubs as possible in your time on campus in order to develop a network of friends and to broaden your outlook and skills.

Sydney is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty. There are many activities in the nearby region to get involved in, from walking in the Blue Mountains or in the Royal National Park to hang-gliding or whale watching at several glorious spots on the coast. The famous Hunter Valley wine region is also close by if you are in search of the perfect Pinot Noir!

Community Involvement

While abroad, we recommend getting involved in your local community. It's an awesome way to meet locals, experience the true Australian culture, and create long lasting memories. From volunteering to festival-going, we challenge you to make the most of your international experience... See a sample of community involvement opportunities available in Sydney or discover your own upon arrival!

You'll get a taste of how enriching community involvement can be during your first few days in Australia on AustraLearn's Bridging Cultures Program. The program includes one day of pre-arranged volunteering with the local community. You'll interact directly with locals while giving back to and sharing your own culture with the community that first welcomes you to Australia. Plus, you can continue your volunteer efforts later in the semester by signing up for AustraLearn's Conservation Volunteer Weekend.

Enhance Your Experience

Global Identity Course

While studying at the University of Sydney, you can maximize your study abroad experience by enrolling in the Global Identity course (EdPA 3103 Connecting Your International Experience to Your Future). The course will help you articulate the value of your experience to future employers, demonstrate your intercultural development and skills, and understand intercultural interactions.

This one-credit, online course is offered by the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities exclusively for students studying with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad. LEARN MORE>

Global Citizens Development Modules

The new Global Citizen Development modules are online learning components designed to help you explore your study abroad destination and experience at a whole new level. These modules are not mandatory, however we strongly encourage your participation as they will introduce you to the opportunities and challenges you may encounter when participating in a study abroad program, as well as expose you to cultural insights and knowledge about your host country to help make your program abroad even more successful and fulfilling. Through the 3 modules, you will refine your skills in cross-cultural observation, adaptation, and communication. 

Course Catalog

To determine if the classes you need are available at this university, select Courses/Subjects to view the specific course options.

Tips: For advice on navigating the university’s course catalog, use the Selecting Courses link. You may also view the suggested grade and credit transfer information through the Grade Conversion.

If you have any questions about course availability, please contact studyabroad@globalinksabroad.org.  

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Fees

Fee Includes

Program Fees: As a GlobaLinks Learning Abroad study abroad participant, you will be required to enroll as a full-time student; typically this is 3-4 classes, which is equivalent to 12-16 U.S. semester credit hours. Your program fees are in U.S. dollars and include the host university semester tuition for 4 subjects, university administrative fees, overseas health insurance, the Basic ISIC card, our renowned Bridging Cultures Program on-site orientation and the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Personalized Support and Service.

With GlobaLinks Learning Abroad you will receive Personalized Support and Service through our four point philosophy to manage your program:

1.) Personal Program Selection & Planning: Personal service & advising, academic planning and credit transfer assistance, program location, housing advice, financial assistance.

2.) Pre and Post Orientation and Preparation: Our MyLearn on-line enrollment information and process, comprehensive program information and departure webinar, immigration visa support and advice, airline ticket and group flight assistance, global citizen development modules.

3.) Cultural Integration: On-site Bridging Cultures Program, on-site resident director services and advising, academic support, guaranteed housing and placement, volunteer and community involvement opportunities.

4.) Reflection and Application of the Experience: Beyond Study Abroad Program, The EnCompass Alumni Program, program evaluation opportunity, resume building and review, alumni handbook and transcript services. 

Housing Fees: The Housing Fees are approximates and are in addition to the Program Fees. GlobaLinks Learning Abroad offers you “Housing to Fit Your Lifestyle” and you are guaranteed a placement in a wide variety of quality housing options to accommodate your academic, personal and budgetary needs during your experience abroad. The housing fees listed indicate an approximate cost for the options available on that program which may represent apartments/flats, houses and/or dormitories/residential halls, living within the local community or on-campus with locals and other international students. Private single rooms are standard (although double rooms are available) and are fully furnished, including comfort amenities with access to internet and telephone. Students who choose to arrange their own accommodation upon arrival will be charged the Program Fee only, as they will be responsible for making payment directly to the housing provider once accommodation has been arranged.

Additional Subject & Gym Membership Fees: Additional charges may apply for science, media, fine arts, or journalism subjects at some universities and students who undertake subjects where the university requires additional fees will be billed directly by the home university upon final enrolment. Gym and student union memberships are optional to students. If you wish to join, you may do so on arrival by contacting the international office at your host university.

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Degrees Overseas Coordinator

Name: Caroline Chant Title: Coordinator, Outreach and Student Services Department: Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji Semester/Year Abroad Team BIO: Caroline manages study abroad admission and participant pre-trip services to Australian National University, Macquarie University, University of Canberra, University of New South Wales, University of Sydney, UTS-Sydney, University of Wollongong and University of Tasmania. Caroline graduated from Colorado State University with a B.A. in Public Relations with a minor in Business. Through her study abroad travels she studied at Bond University on the Gold Coast of Australia. While abroad her travels included the east coast of Australia and the South Island of New Zealand.