Why Sydney

Study in the heart of Australia’s business capital. More than 40% of Australia’s top 500 companies, 90% of international banks and 60% of Australia’s start-ups have headquarters based in Sydney. With the largest knowledge-based economy in Australia, Sydney also offers excellent work experience and employment opportunities.

The most recent Economist Safe Cities Index ranked Sydney as Australia’s safest city. It also ranked #5 in the world. Student safety is a priority at UTS and there are multiple help-points on campus, and an after-hours security shuttle and escort service.

At UTS, students are only a few minutes’ walk away from Sydney’s transport hubs: Central Station and Railway Square. There are plenty of clean, reliable, and safe transport options connecting them to the rest of our great city, including buses, trains, and trams. UTS is also walking distance to the CBD, Darling Harbour, shopping, cafes and restaurants, and more.

Sydney is a great place to work as an international student. International students can work up to 40 hours every two weeks. This means you can gain invaluable employability skills, earn extra cash and get a taste of the local culture while you study.

Local businesses often employ UTS students for casual and part-time positions and you can negotiate which hours you work to fit in with your study schedule.

It’s no wonder Sydney was voted sixth most liveable city to live in the world by students. From its golden beaches, warm climate, outdoor lifestyle and endless array of food, festivals and cultural events, Sydney has so much to offer.

UTS also participate in lots of local events and festivals that have worldwide acclaim. These include VIVID Lights, South by Southwest Conference, Sydney Fashion Week, Sydney Writer’s Festival and the Global Exchange Fair just to name a few.