Pre-Departure

Airport Reception Program 
The University participates in the Airport Reception Program with a number of other New South Wales universities.

Accommodation
UWS offers a wide range of accommodation on each campus, providing you with high quality, affordable accommodation that gives a rich and balanced living and learning environment.

Orientation Program 
Introduces you to the University and key staff members, providing you with crucial information and advice that will assist you in adjusting to the living and learning environment at UWS.

Study at UWS Guide
A comprehensive guide on study at UWS for the new student in Australia.

Sydney Lifestyle
The Sydney lifestyle is cosmopolitan and the atmosphere is friendly.

Transport and travel concessions in Australia
International students are not eligible for concessions on government operated trains, buses or ferries (with the exception of Exchange Students and some scholarship holders). 

However, you may be eligible for concessions from private bus companies and for interstate or long distance train travel. Travel information 

Cost of Living
All students will require a minimum of approximately AUD$18,000 per year to cover living expenses - depending on your lifestyle.

New visa regulation
Please note that the Australian Government recently introduced new visa measures. From 1 January 2010, prospective International students from certain countries may need to demonstrate that they have access to at least AUD$18,000 a year to fund their living costs in Australia.

International students are encouraged to conduct their own research so they can make an informed decision about how much study in Australia will cost. Further details on cost of living in Sydney can be found on our cost of living guide on the UWS International website.

For more information on student visa, visit www.immi.gov.au/students

Other useful websites, visit:

• www.internationalstudents.nsw.gov.au/home
• www.internationalstudents.nsw.gov.au/living_in_nsw