Admission & enrolment for international students (Postgraduate Coursework courses)
- Application and enrolment process
- Eligibility for admission
- Application Processing Fee
- Application closing (due) dates
- Enrolment dates
- Code of Practice
The postgraduate coursework programs consist of units of study rather than research work.
They usually require attendance at lectures and tutorials. Graduate certificates, graduate diplomas and master’s degrees can all be obtained by coursework. All undergraduate degrees are coursework courses. Postgraduate coursework qualifications provide you with specialised knowledge which leads to advantages in furthering your career. Study at this level enables you to upgrade your qualifications, enroll in professional development courses, change careers or explore one subject at a time.
Application and enrolment process
See the menu at left for information about each step in the application and enrolment process.
Eligibility for admission
You will be considered for admission to the University of Sydney if you meet our minimum eligibility criteria.
The offer of a place also depends upon the number of places available and the quality of those competing for a place.
For the eligibility requirements for entry to postgraduate level, see postgraduate entry requirements.
Application Processing Fee
The University has introduced an Application Processing Fee (APF) for international applications
The Application Processing Fee (APF) is AUD$100, and is non refundable.
For more information please click here.
Application closing (due) dates
For application closing dates, see Closing dates for applications.
Enrolment dates
See enrolment dates for the forthcoming Semester.
Code of Practice
The University of Sydney is a signatory to the Australian Vice-Chancellors' Committee document entitled: "Provision of Education to International Students - Code and Guidelines for Australian Universities".
All signatories to the Code make a conscious commitment to adopt and maintain consistent and caring procedures in relation to the recruitment, reception, education and welfare of their international students.
Download Provision of Education to International Students - Code and Guidelines for Australian Universities (316k pdf)