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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
- 47% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Multi-dimensional
Friendly
Liberal
Internships3.4
Part time work3.9
Post study jobs3.8
Quality of faculty4.4
Student Life4.5
Value for money3.8
Public transportation4.5
Safety4.6
Indian Food4.1
Permanent Immigration3.6
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Kishore Srinivasan
Master of Computer Science (advanced entry) - Batch of 2026
4.3
A prestigious and academically strong university with great exposure
Tips: Students should know that USYD is academically demanding and expect consistent effort, independent learning, and good time management. Moving to Sydney was a massive mix of excitement and pure chaos. The study culture here was a total shock to the system at first—you're suddenly forced to do a ton of independent learning, endless group projects, and actually speak up constantly in class. On top of that, navigating the day-to-day cultural shift was pretty overwhelming. You have to get used to a completely different communication style, adapt to the local lifestyle, and somehow figure out how to manage your own budget when the city is notoriously expensive. I availed a 20% scholarship, but still I had to plan my finances carefully. Overall, I am satisfied with the university, course and country because the experience has helped me grow academically, professionally and personally.
Likes (Safety): I rated 5 for safety because I felt the campus and surrounding areas were generally secure, organized and student-friendly. Apart from campus security, USYD provides services such as emergency support, safety alerts, the SafeZone app, counseling/reporting support, and security assistance when required. Sydney is mostly safe and welcoming, though the city can feel expensive and crowded at times, especially around peak transport hours.
Dislikes (Value for money): I rated 3 for value for money because the University of Sydney offers strong academic quality, global reputation, experienced faculty, and good career exposure, but the tuition fee is quite high for international students. The fee feels partly justified because of the university brand value, resources, industry connections, and quality of teaching, but the overall cost becomes heavy when accommodation and living expenses in Sydney are added.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 4400
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD 87900
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Deepanshu Saini
Master of Business Administration (Leadership and Enterprise) - Batch of 2024
4.5
A Truly Global Learning Experience
Tips: Transition is easy if one moves consciously and does detailed research. Yes, I got a $10K scholarship. It's mostly based on your profile and experience, but there was one student who got a 50% scholarship as an underprivileged quota. The best country to come and study and migrate to if someone has long-term goals/plans.
Likes (Internships): Ample internship opportunities with world-leading organizations and career teams support building up a great network. The career team takes great initiative to conduct regular talks and events and invite alumni and leaders from leading companies to share experiences and conduct networking events.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Unless one picks another course to complete 2 years of study, since this is an 18-month course, one will not be eligible for a TR Visa. PR is point-based, or, if sponsored by an employer, the chances are 1 in thousands.
It's one of the most difficult countries to get PR, so be mindful of that and do proper research.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 4500
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD 82000
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Anonymous
Master of Computer Science (advanced entry) - Batch of 2026
3.9
A Supportive and Easygoing Study Experience
Tips: Honestly, moving here was a breeze. Zero culture shock whatsoever—everyone’s just super welcoming and down to help if you need anything.
But look, if you’re coming to this college, you gotta realize quickly that nobody is going to hold your hand. You have to be completely independent from day one. Balancing classes, hunting for part-time gigs, networking—literally all of it comes down to your own hustle. The uni just hands you the bare basics, but you're the one who actually has to go out there and make things happen. It takes a second to adapt to the new teaching style and the lifestyle shift, but the overall vibe here makes settling in pretty painless.
I didn't get any financial aid or scholarships, so I’m clueless on how that side of things works. Definitely dig through their site before you apply though, just to see if you can snag some merit-based funding. At the end of the day, I’m glad I made the move. The course is solid, life is easygoing, and it's been a great experience all around.
Likes (Safety): I gave safety a full 5/5 because both the campus and the city itself feel incredibly secure and well-run. It's not just about having security guards around—there are cameras everywhere, emergency call boxes, and the streets and public spaces are really well-lit at night. Plus, the public transport is reliable, and they even have things like late-night shuttle services or campus escorts if you're stuck studying late.
Honestly, my experience here has been great. Even when I’m heading home late or jumping on a bus in the middle of the night, I’ve never felt unsafe or sketched out. The whole vibe is just super orderly, and people generally mind their own business and show respect. I haven't run into a single sketchy situation since I got here which is why I didn't hesitate to give it a top rating.
Dislikes (Internships): I only gave it a 2/5 because trying to lock down an internship here is a massive uphill battle, especially if you're on an international student visa. The university basically leaves you to fend for yourself—there's virtually zero direct help or clear pathways to actually get you in front of companies. You're pretty much forced to just grind on LinkedIn and Seek, hit up networking events, and blindly apply on your own without any real backing from the uni.
While some of the roles out there actually fit my major, the competition is just insane. Most employers won't even look at your resume unless you already have local experience or a visa with zero work restrictions. The whole hunting process is honestly just a exhausting, time-consuming grind that leaves most students feeling completely burnt out.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 2000
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD 70000
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Anonymous
Master of Commerce (Extension) - Batch of 2026
4.4
My college offers a lot of career learnings.
Tips: You will experience homesickness initially and feel overwhelmed due to the sudden transition. But keep on doing, and slowly you will learn everything. People are quite supportive, but be aware of scammers in terms of renting, especially while booking from offshore.
Likes (Student Life): Student life here is full of ventures and enjoyment, but on the other hand, consistency and hard work are a must to sustain it, and one needs to study with focus. But balancing this all at the same time is quite fun. The university organizes a lot of educational and career events to help students.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I went with this rating mostly because trying to get a PR here is turning into a massive headache with the immigration laws constantly shifting. Honestly, the requirements are getting tougher by the day. I’d say the whole situation is pretty up in the air, since it really comes down to whether you can actually score a job that sponsors you and if you even qualify for the right visa.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 3000
Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD 60000
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Shirin Virwani
Master of Commerce (Extension) - Batch of 2025
4.0
Life in the Land down Under
Tips: The only major cultural shock for me was the magnitude of the Asian crowd in my course. This is mainly because Sydney is the biggest hub, and my course was more quant-based, so predominantly Asian and Indian crowd—I received a 20% scholarship on my tuition fee. The campus is beautiful, and the Business School is world-class. The course is also good, but I would recommend keeping in touch with the university counselor to make the most of it.
Likes (Indian Food): Several general stores are available that sell desi food. Fresh dairy products, lentils, and packaged food are all available at a marked-up price. - Many Indian and Nepalese restaurants are in all the suburbs, which makes it easy to access Indian food. - I prefer cooking for myself since it's significantly cheaper and everything is available in stores.
Dislikes (Value for money): Living expenses in Sydney are very high (rent, groceries, public transportation). USYD is one of the most expensive in Australia already, and everyday costs add up big time—strive for higher scholarships, as many options are available. Since the campus is located towards the city center, looking for accommodation close by can be very heavy on the pockets—a very high volume of international students crowd, making it tougher to find rentals and jobs in the vicinity.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 4500
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD
Jeet Joshi
Master of Economics - Batch of 2025
4.3
Great academics and lifestyle, but tough job market.
Tips: Students should come prepared for an academically rigorous environment and a highly competitive job market. The transition was smooth socially, but culturally, there is a shift in independence, self management and communication style. No scholarship in my case, so financial planning is very important. I would not suggest going there with debt, considering the volatile situations around the world currently. I am satisfied with the university's academic quality, exposure, and global perspective. Though job opportunities require effort and patience.
Likes (Safety): Sydney is, in general, a safe and student friendly place. Strong lawns, emergency help points, late night transport monitoring, safety apps and responsive local police. In my experience, people are cooperative and respectful, which makes daily life comfortable for students. Campus security is great, free access to third party tracking and security apps, cooperative police and local citizens gives a sense of assurance and comfort.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The current market is difficult in Australia. The first preference is given to the citizens and permanent residents. Finding a company that gives you a job before TR adds an extra layer of complexity. There are opportunities, but they require persistence, networking and stronger skills.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 2800
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD
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