** Sciences Po and University of Sydney dual degrees
− B Arts (Dual Degree: Sciences Po France)
− B Economics (Dual Degree: Sciences Po France)
Applicants to these degrees need to meet the minimum
admission requirements for their degree of choice at
the University of Sydney including English language
requirements. The higher of the English language
requirements of the two partner institutions will apply.
The Sciences Po dual degrees require a total of four years
of full-time study to be eligible for two separate awards
from Sciences Po and the University of Sydney. During
years1-2 students enrol at Sciences Po France and pay
the applicable fee directly to SciencesPo. During years3-4
students enrol in the applicable CRICOS-registeredSydney
degree (international students enrol intheapplicable
CRICOS-registered Sydney degree) with eligible
transfercredits for studies undertaken at Sciences Po.
Students pay the applicable Sydney fee in years 3-4 to
theUniversity ofSydney.
Student visa holders who commence one of these
courses may face additional costs associated with their
student visa. For visa information visit:
− www.homeaairs.gov.au
Explanation of admissionscores
The following explanations relate to the admission scores
listed in the Admission Guide.
English language test scores
All English test scores need to be no more than two years
old at the date of course commencement. For a full list of
English language tests accepted by the University visit:
− sydney.edu.au/study/english-reqs
English – IELTS Academic: The first score listed is the
overall score the score listed within brackets is the
minimum score required in each section (L for Listening
Rfor Reading S for Speaking W for Writing).
English – TOEFL iBT (internet-based TOEFL): The first score
listed is the total score required. The first score within
brackets is the minimum score for each section – Listening
Reading and Speaking. The second score is the minimum
score for Writing. Where specific section scores are
required L is for Listening R for Reading Sfor Speaking
and W for Writing.
International ATAR
The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a number
between 0 and 99.95 that tells you where you rank in your
year group. Its based on the overall results of an Australian
Year 12 qualification and it can change from year to year.
The figures shown in the International ATAR column apply
to international applicants only.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Entry is based on the total score for the completed
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma.
GCE A Levels
(Applies to UK General Certificate of Education Advanced
Level examination and select comparable qualifications.) The
first score listed is the requirement for three subjects the
second score is for four subjects. If there are more than four
subjects the best four will be used to calculate the aggregate.
The aggregate is calculated from the A2 subjects based on
A*=6 A=5 B=4 C=3 D=2 E=1. Advanced Subsidiary (AS)
subjects are not used in calculating the aggregate. At most
one Applied A level subject may be included in the aggregate.
Canada
British Columbia: Certificate of Graduation.
Grade average from all grade 12 subjects except Graduation
Transition based on: A=4 B=3 C+=2.5 C=2 C-=1 F=0. Also
applies to Adult Secondary School graduation diplomas
comparable qualifications in the Yukon territory and the
Diplome de findetudes.
China
Gaokao: The Gaokao requirement is listed as a percentage
for each course. Calculate the score required as a
percentage of the maximum score for your province. The
maximum score is 750 in most provinces with exceptions
including Shanghai (660) and Hainan (940). For example for
Beijing 70% = 525 out of a maximum score of 750.
Availability to international students
Courses listed in the Admission Guide are CRICOS
registered and available to student visa holders. For more
information on CRICOS-registered courses visit:
− cricos.education.gov.au
Admission criteria
The admission criteria published in the Admission Guide
are provided as a guide only and will not necessarily
result in an oer of a place for all courses. Admission is
subject tomeeting all admission criteria including English
language requirements and prerequisites where applicable.
Forcourses marked with a triangle (
) there are additional
admission criteria such as auditions and/orinterviews.
ATAR-equivalent admission scores listed for non-
Australian qualifications are also indicative and subject to
changes in assessment schedules used to convertscores.
For full course details check the relevant course at:
− sydney.edu.au/courses
For a comprehensive list of secondary education (Year 12
or high school) qualifications accepted by the University
ofSydney visit:
− sydney.edu.au/study/secondary-qualifications
Programs, majors, minors and specialisations
The programs majors minors and specialisations listed are
indicative and subject to change. Unless specified as a major
or a minor only majors are also available as minors. For the
latest information visit:
− sydney.edu.au/handbooks
Assumed knowledge and prerequisites
The assumed knowledge and prerequisites listed in our
course tables refer to subjects in the NSW Higher School
Certificate (HSC) curriculum. For example Mathematics
Advanced refers to the two-unit HSC subject or an
equivalent subject for other qualifications. Refer to the HSC
syllabus to understand the required subjects and standards.
− www.educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/
nesa/11-12/Understanding-the-curriculum/syllabuses-a-z
Recommended studies
Some courses may also have recommended studies. For
details check the relevant course at:
− sydney.edu.au/courses
Dalyell by invitation
Dalyell by invitation refers to the Dalyell Scholars stream
for high-achieving students which eligible students may be
invitedto join.
Key to the tables
Additional admission criteria
Combination of ATAR (or equivalent score) plus additional
admission criteria (eg portfolio audition interview).
Checkthe details for your specific course at:
− sydney.edu.au/courses
na Not available or not applicable
Not available or not applicable as an admission score cannot
be applied.
Prerequisites
‡ Mathematics prerequisite
For the courses marked with this symbol the mathematics
prerequisite applies to international students undertaking
an Australian state or territory Year 12 qualification in or
outside Australia any Year 12 qualification in Australia or the
University of Sydney Foundation Program (USFP). For more
information about the mathematics prerequisite including
equivalent requirements for other qualifications and
options available if you have not studied mathematics visit:
− sydney.edu.au/study/maths
^ NESA prerequisites for teaching degrees
− Bachelor of Education (Primary)
− Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education)
− Bachelor of Music (Music Education)
The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) requires
students entering these teaching degrees to achieve the
equivalent of a minimum of three Band 5s in their NSW HSC
one of which must be English (English Standard English
Advanced or Englishas an Additional Language or Dialect
(EALD) previously known as English as a Second Lanugage
(ESL)). For equivalent requirements for other Australian
Year12 qualifications refer to the UACwebsite at:
− uac.edu.au/future-applicants/admission-criteria/
year-12-qualifications
For other non-Australian secondary education (high
school) qualifications the University will assess whether
you have achieved an equivalent standard through your
high school studies. If you need to meet English proficiency
requirements through a test such as IELTS you will complete
those requirements separately.
Table
notes
The information published in these tables is a guide for admission to our courses in 2025.
The information is correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change. For the
latest course information including admission criteria course structure and availability
refer to the relevant course at:
− sydney.edu.au/courses
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