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Uni 101.................................................................... 2
Where do you start?........................................... 4
What will you start here?................................... 8
Which career is for you?................................... 10
Should you study maths in Years 11 and 12?... 12
2020 guide to admission criteria
for domestic students....................................... 13
Table notes.......................................................... 15
Common questions ........................................... 16
 UNI 101
It’s time to start thinking about your future careers and how studying
your dream course at the University of Sydney can take you there. To get
started, here are some key things you should know about studying at uni.

At high school At uni

Start and finish at the same time, Start and finish at different times on
Monday to Friday different days

Learn in lectures, tutorials, labs, design studios,

Learn in the classroom
workshops, field research and more

Teacher-directed study
vs Independent learning and self-directed study

Two university semesters: late February to

Four school terms
late June; early August to late November

Your days are determined by your subject

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Spend all day at school choices, allowing you more freedom

and control over how you spend your time
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 Key terms you should know
Bachelor’s or
undergraduate degree
When you come to university from
high school, you will apply for an
undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree.
These are a minimum of three
years long.
Semester
The university year is divided into
two semesters. Semester 1 runs
from late February to late June,
and Semester 2 runs from early
August to late November.
Unit of study
Each semester, you typically need
to take four subjects or ‘units of
study’. Each unit involves a number
of assessments and exams. Once
you pass these, you progress to the
next stage of your degree.
Major
Some degrees are flexible in letting
you choose subjects – others are
more structured. For most of our
degrees, you will complete at least
one major. A major means that you
have studied a certain amount and
combination of units of study in
a particular area.
Minor
A minor is a sequence of units of
study that develops your expertise
in a field of study. All liberal studies
degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor
of Science, Bachelor of Commerce)
and the specialist degree, Bachelor
of Economics, now require you to
complete a minor or second major.
Contact hours
These are the number of hours you
need to come to uni for class and
they depend on the area you’re
studying. For example, an arts
degree may involve 12–15 contact
hours per week, whereas a science
degree may take up to 35 hours.
Part time or full time
You will be considered a part-time
or full-time student depending on
how many units of study you take
for the semester. If you choose to
study part time, you will have fewer
contact hours. Some degrees are
not available part time.
Uni 101

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 WHERE DO YOU START?
To get into some of our courses, you’ll need to
choose certain elective subjects in Years 11 and 12.
That’s why it is important to start preparing now.

Year 10

1. Check out some popular

career options and areas
of study in this guide and
3. Check the admission criteria
consider whether you can
see yourself doing any of
these jobs.
and HSC subjects required
and/or recommended
for those courses, so you
know what subjects to
take in Years 11 and 12. The
University refers to these as
5. Get into some good study
habits and prepare yourself
to achieve strong results in
Year 12.
6. Keep up your extracurricular
activities such as sport,

2. Make a short list of the

university courses that
‘assumed knowledge’ and
‘prerequisites’. See page 15.
performance or community
involvement, as this allows
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interest you and will set you us to get a better sense of

on the right path towards
your career goals.
4. Take subjects you like and
do well in at school. These
subjects are also a good way
the ‘whole you’, which is very
important if you are applying
for one of our scholarships
to determine the direction of or admission pathways.
your future careers.

Familiarise yourself with the different types of degree

Professional degree Specialist degree

If you’re already sure of the career Know where you want to start
path you’d like to take, follow a your career? Study a course that
specific study pattern that leads develops your expertise in a
to professional accreditation specific area.
and registration.

Liberal studies degree Combined degrees

Prefer to build your depth of Build complementary skills as you
knowledge in one or more areas? study across two degrees from two
Follow your interests and continue different faculties or schools at the
studying what you enjoy most. same time.

See pages 13 and 14 for specific examples of these degrees.

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 Years 10-12
4 April, 7 May and 16 May 2019
Year 10 information evenings
31 August 2019
Open Day
Year 12
students only
September
- Apply for your preferred
course(s) through UAC.
- Apply for accommodation.
- Finalise scholarship applications.
Note that closing dates vary. Start
your research earlier in the year so
you don’t miss out.
Start your
journey early.
Preparation is key.
30 May – 2 June 2019
HSC and Careers Expo at Moore Park
27–30 June 2019
Western Sydney Careers Expo at
Sydney Showground, Olympic Park
October/November December/January
Where do you start?
Sit your Year 12 exams. - Receive your high school results
(ATAR or equivalent).
- Attend Info Day.
- Finalise your UAC preferences.
- Wait to receive an offer of a place.

- Follow the steps to accept, plan
your degree and then enrol.

Dates are subject to change.
For the latest information,
visit sydney.edu.au/dates
Welcome to
your first year
at university!
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The University of Sydney

Lucinda Hughes
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws,
current student
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@engineering_sydney

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Expand your experience with
our 200+ student run clubs and
societies, 30+ cafés, bars and
food outlets, 24-hour libraries, live
performance spaces, museums
@usyd

and art galleries, Olympic-size

swimming pool, climbing wall and
heritage-listed graffiti tunnel.

@sydney_uni #sydneyuni #usyd
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 WHAT WILL YOU START HERE?
Below are just a few examples of our many talented alumni and
current students who are pursuing unique and exciting careers.
Where will your future study at the University of Sydney take you?
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Michelle Schneideman Liam Douglas Rameen Malik

Current student
n Bachelor of Economics
HSC subjects: English, Mathematics,
Mathematics Extension 1, Biology,
Chemistry, Japanese Continuers, Physics
 
Current student
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology and
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
HSC subjects: English, English Extension 1,
General Mathematics*, Biology, Chemistry,
Earth and Environmental Science, Music 1
Current student
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
and Bachelor of Laws
HSC subjects: English, Mathematics
Extension 1, Mathematics Extension 2,
Biology, Chemistry

“I’ve always been curious

about how our world works
– politically, financially
and socially.
 
“I never knew I wanted to study
economics at university when I was
at high school. Fortunately, I took
HSC subjects that enabled me to
apply for a wide range of degrees.
What I love most about economics uni; particularly in science. I had
is being able to challenge myself
with mathematical models and
theories that can be applied to real- The structure of the kidney is a
world problems. Economics offers
valuable knowledge for making
decisions in everyday life and
exciting employment options.”
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“Choosing HSC subjects
based on what you enjoy
most and perform well in
is more important than
choosing a subject because
you think it scales well.
“The subjects I studied in Years
10-12 influenced what I studied at
strong foundational knowledge
before I even arrived, which helped.
key takeaway from HSC Biology
that still comes in handy when I’m
dealing with cats in renal failure
and cows that have eaten weeds!”
“I didn’t have a clear idea
of what I wanted to study
at university. I knew I was
good at STEM subjects,
but I wanted a way to give
back to society through my
profession.
“I decided to pair engineering
with law so I could back myself
with a social justice angle. Sydney
University gave me the flexibility
to combine two different areas of
interest, and pursue experiences
such as a short-term exchange,
while keeping my degree on track

to be finished on time.”
 What will you start here?
Denzel Florez Jess Wright Anna Debenham and Alex Parker
Risk Management Associate, K-12 music teacher, Accredited practising dietitians,
Macquarie Group Calrossy Anglican School Founding Directors of The Biting Truth
u Bachelor of Science (Advanced l Bachelor of Music (Music Education) u Bachelor of Science
Mathematics) (Honours) l Master of Nutrition and Dietetics
HSC subjects: English, Mathematics,
HSC subjects: English, Mathematics Drama, Music 2, Music Extension, HSC subjects (combination): English,
Extension 1, Mathematics Extension 2, Personal Development, Health and Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Italian
Chemistry, Physics Physical Education Continuers, Italian Extension, Personal
Development, Health and Physical


Education, Studies of Religion
“I’ve always loved learning “I took a year off to work in
about maths, but never an English boarding school.
“While studying the
thought it would give me I was given opportunities to
Bachelor of Science, we
a career outside of the conduct the junior orchestra
were exposed to a couple
classroom. and take some music classes,
of nutrition subjects which
igniting my passion for
really appealed to us.
“Choosing to study enabling HSC music education.
subjects, including maths, is the
smartest decision you can make in “It’s totally fine to be unsure about “Coupled with our interest in the
Year 10. Maths is used across many what you might choose for a career. impact of food, we decided to
areas of study at uni – it’s more study the Master of Nutrition
Research, reflect, react. Develop
valuable than you think! and Dietetics. After completing
relationships with mentors who
Employers pay particular postgraduate studies, and
work in areas of interest. They
attention to your extracurricular spending a couple of years in the
will guide and support you, and
interests, not just your academic workforce, we went full time with
nurture your sense of direction,
record. Make sure you get involved enabling you to stand on your own our own business, The Biting
– it’s what sets you apart.” Truth, and haven’t looked back.”
two feet with confidence!”

You can identify courses by the type of degree: l Professional degree n Specialist degree u Liberal studies degree Combined or double degree

* Mathematics prerequisites were introduced after Liam started his degree. Mathematics or Mathematics Advanced
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(not Mathematics General or Mathematics Standard) is now a prerequisite for his course.

For details, see sydney.edu.au/study/maths
 WHICH CAREER IS FOR YOU?
Don’t worry if you’re not sure which career is right
for you. Our advice is to pursue what you enjoy
and what inspires you.

Our courses are flexible, so you can explore different
options before deciding which path to follow. You
can also change your mind later. We offer a wide
range of courses, which are categorised into ‘areas
of interest’ (AOIs).
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Use the table below to match the subjects you enjoy
and your aspirations with our AOIs. You’ll find a list of
courses split by AOI on pages 13 and 14. For specific
course information and admission criteria, see
−− sydney.edu.au/courses

Subjects After school Example career University areas of

that interest me* I’d like to pathways interest I might like

−− Design and technology Use my creativity to shape −− Architect

−− Geography
−− Industrial technology
−− Information processes
and technology
−− Photography, video
and digital imaging
−− Software design and development
−− Visual arts
spaces, services and −− Front-end developer
experiences. −− Interaction designer
−− Property developer
−− Project manager Architecture, design
−− Sustainability manager and planning
−− Urban planner
−− User-experience (UX) designer

−− Aboriginal studies Apply critical thinking −− Academic

−− Ancient history to analyse society and −− Editor or publisher
−− Drama communicate new ideas. −− Museum or gallery curator
−− Economics −− Journalist
−− English −− Social policy adviser Arts and social
−− Geography −− Diplomat sciences
−− Languages −− Artist
−− Mathematics −− Multimedia producer
−− Modern history −− Economist
−− Philosophy −− Language specialist
−− Society and culture −− Political adviser
−− Visual arts

−− Business management Drive change with positive −− Accountant

−− Business studies economic, social and −− Corporate/government
−− Economics environmental impacts. relations officer
−− English −− Entrepreneur
−− Legal studies −− Human resources specialist Business
−− Mathematics −− Investment banker
−− Society and culture −− Marketing/advertising executive
−− Stock trader
−− Tax adviser
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 Subjects After school Example career University areas of
that interest me* I’d like to pathways interest I might like

−− Biology Help young minds develop and −− Primary teacher

−− Chemistry transform people’s lives. −− Secondary teacher
−− Community and family studies −− Social worker
−− English −− Early childhood teacher
−− Languages −− Human rights advocate Education and social
−− Mathematics −− International aid worker work
−− Physics −− Careers adviser
−− Personal development, −− Counsellor
health and physical education
−− Senior science

−− Chemistry Develop innovative, creative −− Aircraft/aerospace engineer

−− Computer science
−− Design and technology
−− Engineering studies
−− Information processes
and technology
−− Industrial technology
−− Mathematics
−− Physics
−− Software design and development
and sustainable solutions to
society’s toughest challenges.
−− Biomedical engineer
−− Chemical engineer
−− Civil engineer
−− Computer programmer Engineering and
−− Electrical engineer computer science
−− Mechanical engineer
−− Mechatronics engineer
−− Project manager
−− Software developer
−− Web developer

Which career is right for you?

−− Business studies Dedicate myself to achieving Legal
−− Economics a more just, productive and −− Barrister
−− Global politics inclusive world. −− Judge
−− Legal studies −− Magistrate
−− Society and culture −− Solicitor Law
Non-legal
−− Diplomacy
−− Human rights
−− International relations
−− Business/corporate leader


−− Biology Join health – one of the fastest- −− Dentist
−− Chemistry growing sectors – and improve −− Diagnostic radiographer
−− Community and family services people’s lives. −− Doctor
−− Mathematics −− Health manager/educator
−− Personal development, health −− Occupational therapist Medicine and health
and physical education −− Pharmacist
−− Physics −− Physiotherapist
−− Registered nurse
−− Speech/language pathologist
−− Diagnostic radiographer
−− Health Manager/Educator

−− Computer science Apply myself creatively −− Audio engineer

−− Drama alongside some of the world’s −− Chamber/orchestral musician
−− Film greatest talent. −− Concert soloist
−− Music −− Film score composer
−− Music journalist Music
−− Music producer
−− NSW accredited classroom
music teacher
−− Sound designer

−− Agriculture Understand life’s mysteries and −− Analyst/data scientist

−− Biology tackle the world’s −− Astronomer
−− Chemistry biggest challenges. −− Environmental policymaker
−− Earth and environmental science −− Mathematician
−− Geography −− Medical scientist Science
−− Mathematics −− Nutritionist
−− Physics −− Psychologist
−− Psychology −− Veterinarian
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* The subjects above do not directly correspond with the University’s prerequisites or assumed knowledge. Refer to the
University’s ‘Find a course’ website for information on prerequisites and assumed knowledge: sydney.edu.au/courses
 SHOULD YOU STUDY MATHS IN YEARS 11 AND 12?

The University of Sydney has led the charge to address

the nation’s critical shortage of graduates in science,
technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by
requiring students to meet mathematics prerequisites
for many courses.

To meet our mathematics prerequisite, Courses that will have a mathematics

you will need to achieve a Band 4 in the prerequisite for entry include:
NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) −− commerce
Mathematics* (not General Mathematics
−− economics
or Mathematics Standard) or equivalent.
By engaging with mathematics at a −− engineering and computer science
higher level, you’ll be ready to tackle the −− pharmacy
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challenges of the industries of the future −− project management

and will attain the necessary skills to
thrive in STEM-related degrees.
* The subject requirement refers to
Mathematics (not Mathematics General
or Mathematics Standard), or Mathematics
Advanced which will be first examined
in the NSW HSC in 2020.
−− psychology
−− science
−− veterinary science.
The prerequisite will also apply to
combined courses in these areas.
For details on who the mathematics
prerequisite applies to, and a full list of
courses, visit
−− sydney.edu.au/study/maths

“Mathematics has enabled us to design machines

at subatomic scales. It’s the backbone of artificial
intelligence that can play chess, drive cars and
identify cancers far better than humans ever could.
But the thing I feel most strongly about, amidst all
the futuristic technology, is how mathematics can
make us more human.”
– Excerpt from 2018 Australia Day Address

Eddie Woo
Leader of Mathematics Growth, NSW Department of Education;
Founder of Wootube
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Bachelor of Education (Secondary: Mathematics) (Honours) 2008

 2020 GUIDE TO ADMISSION CRITERIA
FOR DOMESTIC STUDENTS
Below is a guide to the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) and International With more
Baccalaureate (IB) scores for admission in 2020. For most courses, the scores than 400 areas
are guaranteed, except where marked with an asterisk*. The asterisked of study to choose
scores are an indicative score for what you will need for admission in 2020. from, we offer an
All published scores are correct at the time of print and subject to change for incredible breadth
future years. For the most up-to-date information on ATARs, visit and depth of
courses.

2020 guide to admission criteria for domestic students

−− sydney.edu.au/sydney-atar
Prerequisite

Prerequisite
Duration in

Duration in
ATAR/IB

ATAR/IB
years

years
Course name Course name

Architecture, design and planning Business

l B Architecture and Environments 85/31 3 u B Commerce 95/36 3 

n B Design Computing 80/28 3 B Commerce/B Advanced Studies 95/36 4 

B Design Computing/B Advanced Studies 80/28 4 B Commerce/B Advanced Studies 98/40 4 

(Dalyell Scholars)‡
l B Design in Architecture 95/37 3

B Design in Architecture (Honours)/ (97/39)* 5 Education and social work

M Architectureф
l B Education (Early Childhood) 77/27 4


Arts and social sciences l B Education (Health and Physical A+C 4 
Education)^ (80/28)
u B Arts 80/28 3
l B Education (Primary)^ A+C 4 
B Arts/B Advanced Studies 80/28 4 (85/31)

B Arts/B Advanced Studies 98/40 4 B Education (Secondary: Humanities and A+C 5

(Dalyell Scholars)‡ Social Sciences)/B Arts (80/28)

B Arts/B Advanced Studies 92/34 4 B Education (Secondary: Mathematics)/ A+C 5 

(International and Global Studies) B Science (80/28)

B Arts/B Advanced Studies (Languages) 95/37 4 B Education (Secondary: Science)/ A+C 5 

B Science (80/28)
B Arts/B Advanced Studies 95/37 4
(Media and Communications) l B Social Work 80/28 4

B Arts/B Advanced Studies 95/37 4 B Arts/B Social Work 80/28 5

(Politics and International Relations)

u B Arts (Sciences Po Dual Degree)** A+C 2+2 Engineering and computer science
n B Economics 90/33 3  l B Advanced Computing 90/33 4 

B Economics/B Advanced Studies 90/33 4  B Advanced Computing/B Commerce 95/36 5 

n B Economics (Sciences Po Dual Degree)** A+C 2+2  B Advanced Computing/B Science 90/33 5 

n B Visual Arts A+C 3 B Advanced Computing/B Science (Health) 90/33 5 

B Visual Arts/B Advanced Studies A+C 4 B Advanced Computing/B Science 90/33 5 

(Medical Science)
u Diploma of Artsф na 1
l B Engineering Honours (Dalyell Scholars)‡ 98/40 4 
u Diploma of Language Studiesф na 1
l B Engineering Honours (Aeronautical) 92/34 4 
u Diploma of Social Sciencesф na 1
l B Engineering Honours (Biomedical) 92/34 4 
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 Prerequisite

Prerequisite
Duration in

Duration in
ATAR/IB

ATAR/IB
years

years
Course name Course name

l B Engineering Honours 92/34 4  B Science/M Nursingф 80/28 4 

(Chemical and Biomolecular)
B Science (Health)/M Nursingф 80/28 4 
l B Engineering Honours (Civil) 92/34 4 

l B Engineering Honours (Electrical) 92/34 4  Law

l B Engineering Honours (Flexible First Year) 92/34 4  B Arts/B Laws 99.5/43 5

l B Engineering Honours (Mechanical) 92/34 4  B Commerce/B Laws 99.5/43 5 

l B Engineering Honours (Mechatronic) 92/34 4  B Economics/B Laws 99.5/43 5 

l B Engineering Honours (Software) 92/34 4  B Engineering Honours/B Laws 99.5/43 6 

l B Engineering Honours with Space 99/42 4  B Science/B Laws 99.5/43 5 

Engineering major
Music
B Engineering Honours/B Arts 92/34 5 
n B Music A+C 4
B Engineering Honours/B Commerce 95/36 5 
(70/25)*
B Engineering Honours (Civil)/B Design 95/37 5 
n B Music (Composition) A+C 4
in Architecture
(70/25)*
B Engineering Honours/B Project 92/34 5 
l B Music (Music Education)^ A+C 4 
Management
(70/25)*
B Engineering Honours/B Science 92/34 5 
n B Music (Performance) A+C 4
(70/25)*
B Engineering Honours/B Science (Health) 92/34 5 

B Engineering Honours/B Science 92/34 5  Science

(Medical Science)
u B Liberal Arts and Science 70/25 3
l B Project Management 86/31 3
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
l B Psychology (95/37)* 4 

Medicine and health u B Science 80/28 3 

l B Applied Science (Diagnostic Radiography) (95/37)* 4 u B Science (Health) 80/28 3 

l B Applied Science (82/29)* 3 u B Science (Medical Science) 90/33 3 

(Exercise and Sport Science)
B Science/B Advanced Studies 80/28 4 
l B Applied Science/B Advanced Studies (82/29)* 4
(Exercise and Sport Science) B Science/B Advanced Studies 98/40 4 
(Dalyell Scholars including
l B Applied Science (Exercise Physiology) (90/33)* 4 Mathematical Sciences)‡

l B Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) (92/34)* 4 B Science/B Advanced Studies (Advanced) 95/37 4 

l B Applied Science (Physiotherapy) (99/42)* 4 B Science/B Advanced Studies (Agriculture) 75/26 4 

l B Applied Science (Speech Pathology) (93/35)* 4 B Science/B Advanced Studies 80/28 4 

(Animal and Veterinary Bioscience)
B Arts/D Medicine† A+C 7 
(99.95/ B Science/B Advanced Studies 80/28 4 
45)* (Food and Agribusiness)

B Arts/M Nursingф 80/28 4 B Science/B Advanced Studies (Health) 80/28 4 

l B Nursing (Advanced Studies) 84/30 3 B Science/B Advanced Studies 90/33 4 

(Medical Science)
l B Oral Health A+C 3
(83/30)* B Science/B Advanced Studies 85/31 4 
(Taronga Wildlife Conservation)
l B Pharmacy 90/33 4 
B Science/M Mathematical Sciencesф 98/40 4.5 
l B Pharmacy and Management 90/33 5 
B Science/M Nutrition and Dieteticsф (97/39)* 5 
B Science/D Dental Medicine†ф A+C 7 
(99.5 B Veterinary Biology/D Veterinary A+C 6 
/43)* Medicineф (97/39)*

B Science/D Medicine† A+C 7 

(99.95
/45)*
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‘B’ for ‘Bachelor of’, ‘M’ for ‘Master of’ and ‘D’ for ‘Doctor of’
A+C, na, ^, †, ‡, ф, **: see ‘Table notes’ on page 15.
* ATAR/IB scores with an asterisk are indicative only and not guaranteed for admission in 2020.

Admission criteria
The admission criteria published are
a guide and will not necessarily result
in an offer. The scores listed are correct
at the time of print and are subject
to change.
Most courses have ATAR/IB scores
that are guaranteed for admission
in the specified year, provided other
admission criteria are also met. Some
of these courses may have a limited
number of places, and additional
admission criteria may apply.
−− sydney.edu.au/courses
For a comprehensive list of secondary
education (Year 12 or high school)
qualifications accepted by the
University, visit
−− sydney.edu.au/study/
secondary-qualifications
TABLE NOTES
Assumed knowledge
This is the level of knowledge in
a relevant subject we expect the
commencing student to have reached
in Year 12 or equivalent. Check the
course description at
−− sydney.edu.au/courses
Prerequisites
Some courses have prerequisites
that are required for admission.
Some courses have a mathematics
course prerequisite. These apply
to domestic students and some
international students applying for
admission in 2020.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
applicants who apply through the
Cadigal Program may also submit
sufficient proof of mathematics ability
to be assessed by the University.
−− sydney.edu.au/study/maths
Several of our teaching degrees have
specific prerequisites, including English.
See relevant notes in the ‘Key to the
table’ below.
The assumed knowledge and
prerequisites mentioned in this guide
refer to subjects in the NSW Higher
School Certificate (HSC) curriculum.
For example, ‘Mathematics’ refers to
the 2-unit HSC subject by that name,
not the HSC subject ‘Mathematics
Standard’. From 2021 intake, the
required NSW HSC ‘Mathematics’
subject will be ‘Mathematics Advanced’
or equivalent.
Refer to the HSC syllabus to understand
the required subjects and standards.
−− www.educationstandards.nsw.
edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/11-12/
Understanding-the-curriculum/
syllabuses-a-z

Key to the table
A+C
Combination of ATAR (or equivalent
score) plus additional admission
criteria (eg, portfolio, audition,
interview, personal statement).
−− sydney.edu.au/courses
na
Not applicable as an admission
score cannot be applied.
^ Teaching degrees: Bachelor of
Education (Primary), Bachelor of
Education (Health and Physical
Education), and Bachelor of Music
(Music Education)
The New South Wales Education
Standards Authority (NESA)
requires students entering these
teaching degrees to achieve
a minimum of three Band 5s in
their NSW HSC, one of which must
be English (English Standard or
English Advanced).
For equivalent requirements
for other Australian Year 12
qualifications, refer to the UAC
website (www.uac.edu.au/future-
applicants/admission-criteria/
year-12-qualifications). For
other non-Australian secondary
education qualifications, the
University will assess whether
applicants have achieved an
If you need to meet English
proficiency requirements through
a test such as the International
English Language Testing System
(IELTS), you will complete those
requirements separately.
‡ Dalyell Scholars courses
(by application)
To study as a Dalyell Scholar
in these courses, you need to
apply via UAC preference if you
are a UAC applicant or apply
direct to the University if you
are a direct applicant. You will be
invited to become a Dalyell Scholar
if you apply for, and are made an
offer to, a ‘by invitation’ Dalyell
eligible degree and have achieved a
98+ ATAR (or equivalent). Separate
admission criteria apply for other
admission pathways. For a full list
of courses available to study as a
Dalyell Scholar, see
−− sydney.edu.au/dalyell-scholars
† Double degree medicine
and dentistry
Double degree medicine applicants
are expected to have an ATAR of
99.95 (or equivalent scores for other
accepted secondary education
qualifications) to be eligible for
consideration for the double
Double degree dentistry applicants
are expected to have a minimum
ATAR of 99.5 (or equivalent) to be
eligible for consideration for the
double degree assessment.
All double degree dentistry and
medicine applicants are required
to undertake a double degree
medicine/dentistry assessment
that includes a written assessment
and a panel discussion. The
University will contact eligible
applicants for the assessment.
Separate requirements apply
to Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander and E12 applicants.
Admission criteria and
application processes for these
courses are subject to change.
−− sydney.edu.au/courses
** Sciences Po and University
of Sydney dual degrees
Admission to the Sciences Po
Dual Degree is highly competitive.
Acceptance will be determined
by a Sciences Po and University
of Sydney Dual Degree Admissions
Committee based on evidence
of academic achievement and
intellectual readiness, and
applicants’ own representation
of their experience, ideas and
aspirations. Applicants also need
Table notes

of choice at the University of
Sydney, including the higher
English language requirements
of the two partner institutions.
The Sciences Po degree requires
a total of four years of full-time
study to be eligible for two
separate awards from Sciences Po
and the University of Sydney.
During years 1–2, students
will enrol at Sciences Po, France,
and pay the applicable fee direct
to Sciences Po.
During years 3–4, students
enrol in the applicable Sydney
degree (international students
enrol in the applicable CRICOS-
registered Sydney degree), with
eligible transfer credits for
studies undertaken at Sciences
Po. For more information on
admission criteria, tuition fees
and application processes,
visit the relevant course page.
−− sydney.edu.au/courses
ф Course structure subject
to change
The structure of this course
may be affected by changes
to government policy. For the
latest information, visit
−− sydney.edu.au/study/
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degree assessment. tuition-fees

equivalent standard through their to meet the minimum admission
secondary education studies. −− sydney.edu.au/medicine requirements for their degree
 COMMON QUESTIONS
What does university cost?
Going to university is a big commitment in many ways,
not least financially. All domestic students receiving
an offer for an undergraduate course are eligible
for a Commonwealth supported place. This means
your course fees will be subsidised by the Australian
Government. You pay the remainder – called a ‘student
contribution’, which varies depending on the course
and the calendar year of study. Australian citizens
can pay the student contribution upfront in full, or
obtain a full (or part) HECS-HELP loan, which you start
repaying when your income exceeds a certain amount.
−− sydney.edu.au/hecs-fees
What other costs will I need to pay?
In addition to the student contribution amount, you will
need to pay the Student Services and Amenities (SSA)
yearly fee – an initiative of the Australian Government
sydney.edu.au
to fund services and support programs at universities.
You may also need to budget for some course-related
costs such as equipment, specialised clothing, readers
and textbooks, and living costs such as rent, food,
phone, power, travel and entertainment. We offer a
bursary scheme, one of the most generous in Australia,
to eligible first-year students who are having difficulty
paying for their study and living expenses, but are
making satisfactory academic progress.
−− sydney.edu.au/financial-assistance
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What if I don’t achieve the ATAR I need?
Achieving a certain Australian Tertiary Admission Rank
(ATAR) isn’t the only way to get into your preferred
course at the University of Sydney. We also offer
admission pathways that consider other factors
alongside your academic results.
These schemes allow us to see more about you
than your high school results. This might include your
extracurricular activities, community involvement,
whether you had some kind of disadvantage during
your time at high school, or if you want to come
back to uni after some time away. Our admission
pathways include:
−− Early Offer Year 12 (E12) Scheme
−− Future Leaders Scheme
−− Broadway Scheme
−− Cadigal Program
−− Elite Athletes and Performers Scheme.
−− sydney.edu.au/admission-pathways
Can I go on exchange overseas?
As a University of Sydney student, you’ll have the
opportunity to participate in our student exchange
program at one of more than 250 partner universities.
The process of applying is not something you need
to worry about in any detail until after you start your
degree, but if you’re curious, visit our student website.
−− sydney.edu.au/studyabroad
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