Second Year and beyond at the University of Sydney
For some of you, coming to university may be the first step towards the career you’ve always wanted. For others, you might choose to study in an area that really fires your mind. Whatever your motivation – and whatever degree you choose – we believe your time at the University of Sydney will put you in a great position.
During your degree, we want to help you build on your aspirations and inspire you to develop creative new ways of thinking: as a global citizen with a lifelong passion for learning. To do this, we will stretch you in your formal studies and encourage you to take part in the rich intellectual and social life we offer outside the classroom.
Employers want well-rounded individuals who embrace all the opportunities and challenges that come their way. The extracurricular activities you can enjoy as a student, together with opportunities for internships and international exchanges, offer you different experiences that employers really value.
Student Life
Our campus life buzzes with activity, and the National Union of Students repeatedly ranks the University of Sydney as offering the best student experience in Australia.
However, just as there’s no such thing as a typical Sydney student, there’s no such thing as a typical student experience.
It’s up to you to make the most of it. With more than 200 student union-backed clubs and societies, you can’t help but find people who share your interests or introduce you to new ones – from opera to Oxfam, from comedy to commerce.
You also have the chance to make a difference to other people’s lives by getting involved in the community. The University supports a number of programs where you can practise your communication skills through mentoring school kids from disadvantaged backgrounds. Several student-run clubs tackle the ‘big problems’ our world faces on a local level, for example by providing a breakfast service for Sydney’s homeless.
Student Support Services
Towards the middle of your second semester of study at UNE, you will be invited to contact the Accommodation Information Service, and to explore the University of Sydney website to discover the rich array of support services available to your transition to life in Sydney.
On campus accommodation includes residential colleges, as well as self-catered apartments adjacent to the campus. Many accommodation providers open their applications from September, so it is best to apply early to secure accommodation for when you arrive.
Other support available includes Orientation programs, Library tours, ICT assistance, faculty and Learning Centre.
Need more information on Sydney?
1. Visit sydney.edu.au
2. Call us on 1300 362 006