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Program Structure & Courses

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Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

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Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Engaging Australia * 300 En 45 3
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Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Agriculture Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Architecture & Design Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Biology Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Business Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Chemistry Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Communication Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Computer Science Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Australian & Indigenous Studies Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Economics Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Education Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Engineering Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Environmental Science Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Film & Cinema Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Finance Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Geography Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Health Science Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
History Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Relations Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Law Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Management Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Marketing Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Mathematics Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Media Studies Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Music Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Neuroscience Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Nursing Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Nutrition Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Philosophy Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Physics Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Political Science Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Psychology Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Religious Studies Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Sociology Courses 300 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Performance & Theater Arts Courses 300 En 0 4
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  • Agriculture
  • American Studies
  • Architecture & Design
  • Asian Studies
  • Australian Studies
  • Biology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Business
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science &IT
  • Contemporary Arts Electives
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • English and Literature
  • Entrepreneurship & Innovation
  • Environmental Science
  • Exercise Science
  • Film & Cinema
  • Human Rights
  • Indigenous Studies
  • Languages
  • Law School
  • Marketing
  • Media & Communication
  • Music
  • Neuroscience
  • Nursing
  • Nutrition
  • Performance/Theatre Studies
  • Political Science
  • Pre-Med/Medical Science
  • Pre-Vet/Animal Science
  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Religious Studies
  • Sociology
  • Sport and Culture
  • Video Game Design
  • Work & Organizational Studies

Navigating the University of Sydney Website for Courses

Click here to access USYD’s handbook to access a full list of courses, organized by thematic areas and by faculty/department. From there, click on corresponding links to navigate to important information and comprehensive details about course content and structure, syllabi, and credit-point requirements.

Couple of notes to keep in mind:

  • In Australia, the fall semester (semester 1) occurs in the first half of the year (February to June). Spring semester (semester 2) occurs in the second half of the year (July to November).
  • Courses, referred to as ‘Units of study’, are available at 1000-level through 4000-level:
    • 1000- level is equivalent to the 1st year of an undergraduate degree (similar to 100 level, introductory level)
    • 2000- level is equivalent to the 2nd year of an undergraduate degree (similar to 200 level, prior knowledge is required)
    • 3000- level is equivalent to the 3rd year of an undergraduate degree (similar to 300 level, advanced level)
    • 4000- level is equivalent to the 4th year of an undergraduate degree (similar to 400 level, advanced level)
  • Some courses may have pre-requisites requiring students to have already completed specific courses or equivalents at a lower level. As a study abroad student, you are not expected to have taken the specific pre-requisite requirement, but you must have studied a relevant or similar course/module in your home country/institution. You should take previous academic experience into account when making course choices.
  • Some courses may have co-requisites, which means that the course and the co-requisite must be taken at the same time. If no pre-requisites or co-requisites are specified, then courses should be open to all students.
  • Hands-on art studio courses in the CAEL and CAST departments may have strict enrollment limits and priority will be given to students whose study is closely related to fine arts or contemporary arts degrees at their home institution.
  • Law units (LAWS) are restricted to students who are studying an accredited Law degree (LLB, LLM, JD, etc.). Students intending to go to law school in the future may find courses/units of study of interest in this thematic list
  • Students are strongly encouraged to list 8-10 courses/units of study on their initial list of requests and have those pre-approved with the home institution as well.

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Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
February 09
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date.
February 12
Classes Begin

Engaging Australia class begins at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center on this day.
February 12
Orientation

Mandatory university of Sydney Orientation will be held.
February 19
Classes Begin

Classes begin at University of Sydney on this day.
April 01 - 05
School Break

University of Sydney is closed for Spring Break. No classes will be held.
May 10
Classes End

This is the last day of the Engaging Australia class at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center.
May 24
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at University of Sydney.
May 27 - 31
School Break

Study Break at the University of Sydney.
June 03 - 15
Final Exams

Final exams will be held at University of Sydney
June 16
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

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This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$24,495
$24,495
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$1,600
$2,400
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$315
$315
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$200
$300
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$2,000
$3,800
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,650
$2,300
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,200
$3,000
TOTAL EXPENSES $31,460 $36,610