International Relations Office

International Summer Programmes (i-SP)

University of Sydney Winter School


What is this programme about?

The University of Sydney's academic excellence attracts students from around the world to take part in an intensive Winter School in July. Students can accelerate their program, balance their timetable or study subjects outside their current program.

More information can be found in attached brochure.


When does it take place?

1 – 27 July 2013


Where does it take place?

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

The University of Sydney is located in inner Sydney, surrounded by four diverse cultural communities: Newtown, Glebe, Haymarket and Surry Hills.

Newtown is full of cafes, restaurants, pubs and music shops and is home to the Dendy cinema.

Glebe offers several cafes and bookshops and has an alternative, New age community.

Haymarket is the centre of Sydney’s Chinese community, with shopping, food and entertainment venues.

Surry Hills is home to Sydney’s hip community and has a range of pubs and bars, cafes and discount clothing outlets.


What is the academic content?

A wide range of courses from fields of Arts, Business, Science, Law, Health Sciences and Engineering and Information Technology. The full list of courses can be found here.

Academic credit MAY be available. Credit for the programme is strictly at the student’s discretion. Students interested in obtaining credit must work with their faculty for credit mapping. IRO does not apply for credit transfer on the students’ behalf.


What does it include?

Each course is 6 credits at the University of Sydney (credit transfer is subject to each individual faculty - please check with your faculty coordinator).


What is the student accommodation?

The University of Sydney provides a range of quality on-campus accommodation for visiting Summer School students:

 


In addition, some colleges and residences offer special deals to Summer School students, for example:

Prices are in AUD

 


Information on various off-campus accommodations is available through the University's Accommodation Services.


How much does it cost?

Airfare
AU$ 1000
Course Fee (Refer to course table below)
AU$ 3630 +
Accommodation
AU$ 2000
Meals
AU$ 280
Transport
AU$ 60
Personal Spending
AU$ 500
Insurance
AU$ 200
Visa
AU$ 535
TOTAL
AU$8205+  (SGD10,584)

 

Please note, these are estimated expenses and actual expenses may differ based on price shifts and personal spending habits!

All fees paid are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.  The caution money and hostel deposit will be refunded within one month after the programme ends if there is no outstanding payment.

Tuition Fees for each course (in Australian dollars).

 
Credit points
International
Architecture Design and Planning
6
$3990-$4110
Arts and Social Sciences
6
$3630-$4020
Business School
6
$4000
Engineering & Information Technology
6
$4230
Health Science
6
$4740
Law School
6
$4980
Medicine School
6
$4920
Science
6
$4680

 

Is Financial Aid Available?

Yes. Students can apply for the NASA Enhancement Bursary* (by Financial Need) or NASA Enhancement Scholarship (by Merit).

More information here.


Number of placements available?

Up to the discretion of partner university.


What are the eligibility requirements?

 
  • Students should not be in their graduating semester prior to participating in this programme.
  • CAP of 3.0 and above.


Is a visa required?

Yes. Students are to consult the Australian High Commission in Singapore to determine the visa application procedures required for their participation in the programme. 

Australian High Commission
25 Napier Rd,
Singapore
Telephone: 6836 4100
Fax: 6737 5481

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have proper entry documents for all countries they plan to visit as part of this programme!


How do I apply?

Application deadline: 1 April 2013. 

All applications are to be submitted via OPAS.


Who to contact for more information?

For additional information or related queries, please click here.


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