Life at UNE Sydney
About Parramatta
At the geographical centre and heart of global Sydney, Parramatta is a diverse marketplace of ideas and culture that offers a range of unparalleled opportunities for businesses, community and visitors.
Built on ancient roots and propelled by openness and positivity, Parramatta draws people from across the globe, creating a unique vitality and fascinating cultural mosaic. Our sports, dining, entertainment and cultural offerings add to the city’s vibrancy.
UNE respectfully recognise the Traditional Owners of the Parramatta land, the Dharug people. For over 60,000 years, the area comprising present day Parramatta has been occupied by the Burramattagal people, a clan of the Dharug, who first settled along the upper reaches of the Parramatta River.
Social Life
Studying, lectures and tutorials are all just a small part of student life in Parramatta.
Parramatta is home to a vibrant and multicultural demographic, where all people are welcomed and celebrated. This creates an exciting and fun city full of festivals, art, music, night life and heritage. UNE Sydney is located on Church St, which is also known as "Eat Street" - students are able to either grab a coffee or bubble tea between classes, or catch up with friends at any of the countless restaurants, bars and clubs after class.
Culture, art, food and music festivals frequent the city, and the campus is located between one of Australia's largest retail outlets and sporting arenas. Students will always have somewhere and something to go to with their classmates, friends and family.
Check out At Parramatta's website to hear about events happening in the city!
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UNE Sydney campus is located in the suburb of Parramatta. If you're studying on campus in Sydney, the university partners with the Australian Homestay Network to offer rewarding short-term living options, or you can choose from a variety of long-term private rentals close to UNE Sydney campus. A homestay is a cultural exchange between an international student and a local individual or family in the host country. The host provides accommodation and support for an agreed time and rate. Australian Homestay Network organises these arrangements and can tailor your experience to include meals, assistance and other activities. The Parramatta area has a range of affordable apartments and share-house options near the university campus. Real estate agents generally manage apartments, while individuals or students manage shared accommodation. Closeby suburbs include Rosehill, Granville, Harris Park, Merrylands, Northmead, Westmead and Wentworthville.Accommodation for On-Campus Students
