UNSW International: Study Abroad in Sydney's Top University

Come and study in one of the world's best cities.

A city of icons

Sydney’s CBD sits at the edge of its breathtaking harbour, close to its famous Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Both UNSW’s Sydney campuses are in within easy reach of stunning beaches and landmarks, as well as the buzzing city centre.

A business powerhouse

Sydney is home to more global firms than any other Australian city. A gateway to Asian economies, the city attracts great minds and is known for its ideal climate, relaxed outdoor lifestyle and friendly locals. It’s no wonder Sydney ranked the 10th best city in the world to live and work in Mercer Quality of Living Survey, 2018.

Student friendly

Sydney is a diverse and cosmopolitan city. It ranked 9th best student city in the world in the QS Best Student Cities Index 2018. The Harbour City is not just a destination but a life experience. World-class performances, spectacular events and stunning landscapes await you in a city where there is as much to do at 7am as there is at 11pm.

UNSW’s surrounding suburbs

UNSW is in Sydney’s leafy Eastern Suburbs, minutes away from Coogee Beach and Centennial Park.

Bondi Beach

(30 minutes by bus)
Bondi is Sydney’s most famous beach. With pristine white sand – and a passionate local community – Bondi Beach is perfect for experiencing the Sydney lifestyle, people watching, parties, surfing, exercise or swimming.

Coogee Beach

(less than 10 minutes by bus)
The closest beach to UNSW, Coogee Beach, is a wide bay-style beach making it a great swimming spot. On sunny days, expect to see families, tourists and locals enjoying free-access BBQs, large park areas and one of the many cafes and restaurants.

Centennial Park

(5 minutes by bus)
Centennial Park is inner Sydney’s biggest park. There are tracks for bike riding, horse riding, jogging as well as ponds, sports fields and more.

Kingsford and Randwick

(3 minutes by bus)
The surrounding suburbs of Kingsford and Randwick are just a short walk from UNSW's main campus. There are lots of cafes and restaurants with many offering affordable prices for students. There is a huge range of International cuisines to try too, reflecting the diversity of the area.

Love Sydney for less

Sydney has endless affordable indoor and outdoor activities to enjoy. Visit free art galleries, watch a movie at the local cinema or walk along the coastline.

Eating

Choose from more than 30 cafes, restaurants and bars across three main food courts throughout the Kensington campus. You’ll find affordable eateries just a short walk away, which means a cheap and healthy meal is always close by.

Exploring

Visit the Harbour Bridge South Pylon Lookout for spectacular views, wander along the waterside through Barangaroo and Darling Harbour, or walk a coastal path past some of Sydney’s famous beaches.

Relaxing

Find the best swimming, snorkelling and surfing spots or watch a film at the local Randwick cinema – one of the cheapest in Sydney. Ride a bike around Centennial Park or enjoy an Aussie BBQ with new friends.

Things to do

Whether you want to explore vibrant Sydney or stay close to campus, you'll find plenty to do.

Here are some suggestions:

Art and culture

Sydney Festival

Over 300 events celebrating the finest Australian and international writers

Sydney Writers’ Festival

More than 400 events showcasing the finest Australian and international writers

Sculpture by the Sea

One of the largest free public sculpture exhibitions in the world on the coastal walk between Bondi and Tamarama
Galleries and museums

There are plenty to choose from including the Art Gallery of NSW, the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Australian Museum and the White Rabbit Gallery

Entertainment

Vivid Sydney

A festival of light, music and ideas
New Year’s Eve Fireworks

Possibly the most famous fireworks display in the world
Taste of Sydney

An annual festival celebrating food and culture

Sport

City2Surf

The world's largest fun run, which raises money for charities
Sydney Cricket Ground

The home of cricket and AFL, Australian football, which is also known as 'Aussie Rules'
Sydney Cycleways

A great way to see Sydney

Water sports

Swimming, surfing, snorkelling, paddleboarding or kayaking

World-famous attractions

Visit the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, the Botanic Gardens, Taronga Zoo and the Sydney Fish Markets, or go further afield to the Blue Mountains and the Royal National Park.

Weather

Our Summer is from December to February, Autumn (fall) from March to May, Winter from June to August, and Spring from September to November. Sydney has a comfortable temperate climate; the hottest months are January and February and the coldest months are July and August.

Transport

Both the Sydney campuses have regular bus services to and from the CBD and Central railway station, with nearly 1,700 UNSW Express Bus services to the Kensington campus each week. There are also Light Rail Services running between the CBD, Central and the Kensington Campus. Sydney’s other public transport services include trains, ferries and trams. A shuttle service runs between the Kensington and Paddington campuses. Find out more about Getting to Uni.

Sydney

Come and study in one of the world's best cities.

A city of icons

A business powerhouse

Student friendly

UNSW’s surrounding suburbs

Bondi Beach

Coogee Beach

Centennial Park

Kingsford and Randwick

Love Sydney for less

Things to do

Whether you want to explore vibrant Sydney or stay close to campus, you'll find plenty to do.

Sydney Festival

Sydney Writers’ Festival

Sculpture by the Sea

Galleries and museums

Vivid Sydney

New Year’s Eve Fireworks

Taste of Sydney

City2Surf

Sydney Cricket Ground

Sydney Cycleways

Water sports

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