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Modern Languages

#1 in NSW*
2023 QS World University Rankings

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Languages at Sydney

Delve deeper into the world's languages and cultures

We've got your passport to become a global citizen. Discover how you can take your next step in language studies at the University of Sydney.

As the state's leading university in languages*, the School of Languages and Cultures offers a large selection of subjects that cover Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas, including through exchange, short-term and in-country opportunities that will broaden your skills through overseas immersion.

Keen to get a first-hand taste of what it's like to study languages and cultures at the University of Sydney? Discover your future with languages and cultures through our free events and resources for high school students, teachers and careers advisors.

Events for high schools

Term 3, 2023

ARTiculate | Spanish Continuers and Extension: what is next?

Monday 31 July 2023, 5–6pm

Designed around the 'Spanish-speaking communities' theme of the HSC Spanish Continuers Stage 6 syllabus, explore Spanish-speaking communities in different countries through their music, art, literature and film, as well as their relevant position in a global and interconnected world at this ARTiculate webinar.

Watch the webinar on YouTube

Term 2, 2023

Indonesia in Action Day

Friday 9 June 2023, 9am–2pm

Join Indonesian Studies students, graduates and lecturers at the University of Sydney campus, and uncover a lifelong interest in Indonesia as we seek to strengthen the learning of Indonesian in NSW. This year’s event features fun activities and presentations aimed at increasing student engagement and exposure to Indonesian language and culture.

Learn more

Term 1, 2023

Webinars

Wednesday 22 February, 5pm

Learn a language: Make it Arabic!
Presented by Dr Nadia Selim (Arabic Language and Cultures)

Wednesday 5 April, 5pm

Studying Chinese at Sydney: options, benefits and opportunities
Presented by Dr Irene Shidong An and Dr Yu Sang (Chinese Studies)

Symposium

Ma'ayan Learning Symposium for Jewish Educators

Wednesday 8 March 2023, 4–6:45pm
Emanuel School, Randwick | Free

Teachers with an interest in Jewish education are invited to attend a free professional development symposium, co-hosted by Dr Michael Abrahams-Sprod (Hebrew, Biblical and Jewish Studies) and the University of Sydney.

Webinar recordings

Information sessions

For more helpful study resources, check out our Youtube channel.

ARTiculate webinars

Find out more about the ARTiculate webinar series.

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Studying languages at uni

How many languages can you study at USYD? Which language level should you start at? Can you become a certified translator when you graduate? From accreditation to overseas opportunities, we’ve got answers for you.

Where can languages take you?

Whether you're pursuing a major or just looking for a taster, languages can broaden your horizons and give you a competitive career edge.

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Expand your world with multilingualism

In this interconnected era, intercultural skills are integral to navigating today's world. Hear from two of our former students who are making their mark through languages.

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How languages help you stand out from the crowd

From law to tech, public health to environmental policy, catch up with some of our language graduates who are making an impact across various fields in Australia and beyond.

What's it like to study languages at Sydney?

Get insights from our current students on the range of study and overseas opportunities that can enrich your learning.

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Hear from our students: Learning languages at Sydney

At the University of Sydney, we teach languages through cultures. From extracurricular enrichment to scholarship support, our students share some highlights and key opportunities from their language learning experience.

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Videos: Go on immersive in-country adventures

At Sydney, students can learn a new language overseas via our In-Country Experience units. Watch some of their videos, and see how you can undertake practical language classes and cultural activities with our partner institutions.

*QS World University Rankings by Subject for Modern Languages 2023

Language immersion webinars

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Contact

Enquiries about language and culture activities for high schools

languages.admin@sydney.edu.au

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Tallulah Bur, Law and Spanish and Latin American Studies graduate

“Studying a language at Sydney helped me build a strong foundation in communication, linguistic and cross-cultural skills. I had an incredible time studying abroad, and also got to speak at the UN General Assembly when I won a language essay competition.”