Prescribed textbooks for each unit of study are listed in your faculty handbook or unit of study outlines.
Buy your textbooks and course notes or readers early to save time and avoid queues. You can also order them online for collection or delivery.
You can buy textbooks in a number of ways:
Some units of study also prescribe student notes or a course reader. This is a collection of journal articles, book chapters and other material from a range of sources. Hard copies may be available from:
If you’re enrolled in a course taught at another campus, check your unit of study outlines to find out where your textbooks, notes and readers are available.
If you need help covering the cost of reading materials, contact our Financial Support Service.
You can also check whether your course readings and textbooks are available online or for borrowing on the Library website.
Your unit of study outline will contain information on whether you need to buy course equipment or clothing, such as lab coats, safety glasses or boots.
You can also find your course requirements and order equipment online through the faculty e-stores.
Additional costs associated with your degree may cover resources such as materials, equipment and uniforms.
Below is a list of estimated additional costs associated with your degree. These aren’t always compulsory, and where kits are available for purchase, you can choose to use your own equipment and materials or buy them separately.
Program/unit |
Approximate cost |
Details |
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Bachelor of Architecture and Environments (Year1) |
$115 |
Set costs for materials kit (timber, plaster, card, polypropylene) and toolkit |
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (Year 1) |
$70 |
Toolkit |
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (BDES1026 Studio 1A) |
$40 |
Set costs for materials kit (plaster, bamboo, card, polypropylene etc) |
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (BDES2026 Studio 2A) |
$45 |
Set costs for stream-specific materials kit (object, image, drawing, materials modules) |
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (each year) |
$250 – $750 |
Model-making materials (perspex, board, wood, metals etc, used in producing models for architecture studios) |
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (Year 3) |
$200 – $750 |
Students are invited to participate in a field trip to Melbourne. Transport and accommodation options are at students' discretion. |
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (Year 3) |
$35 – $60 |
Participation in the Graduate Exhibition (contributing to printing, catalogue and other costs associated with the exhibition). Charges determined and collected by students. |
Master of Architecture (each studio) |
$150 – $500 |
Model-making materials (perspex, board, wood, metals etc, used in producing models for architecture studios) |
Master of Architecture (graduate studio) |
$50 – $75 |
Participation in the Graduate Exhibition (contributing to printing, catalogue and other costs associated with the exhibition). Charges determined and collected by students. |
Bachelor of Design Computing (each studio) |
up to $200 |
Electronics and other materials to support studio projects |
Master of Interaction Design and Electronic Arts (each studio) |
up to $200 |
Electronics and other materials to support studio projects |
AWSS1001 Architectural Sketching and Drawing |
$50 |
Set costs for materials kit. You can supply your own materials. |
AWSS2002 Site Specific Art |
$60 |
Set costs for materials kit (concrete, casting, brazing consumables) |
AWSS2010 Architecture & Design Ceramic Processes |
$65 |
Set costs for materials kit (clay, plaster, glaze, sketchbook etc). You can supply your own materials. |
AWSS2020/DESA9008 Object Design |
$65 |
Set costs for materials kit. You can supply your own materials. |
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$50 |
Set costs for materials kit (ink, quills, paper, pens, charcoal, sketchbook etc) |
AWSS2027/DESA9013 Architecture and Design Material Processes |
$65 |
Set costs for materials kit (ink, quills, paper, pens, charcoal, sketchbook etc) |
AWSS2023 Architectural Photography |
$30 |
Set costs for materials kit (photographic paper, class activity materials) |
AWSS2026/DESA9012 2D Print Processes in Design |
$65 |
Set costs for materials kit (casting materials, card, silicone, plaster, sketchbook etc) |
DESA3013 Expanded Colour: from Theory to Application |
$50 |
Set costs for materials kit (papers, brushes, colour filters) |
Below is a list of estimated additional costs associated with your degree. You can choose to use your own equipment and materials or buy them independently. After you’ve enrolled in a program at Sydney College of the Arts, you'll be able to pay your ancillary expenses online.
Degree/unit |
Approximate cost |
Details |
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Year 1 Bachelor of Visual Arts Bachelor of Visual Arts and Bachelor of Advanced Studies |
$200 |
Set costs for materials kit |
Elective units of study |
$20 - $100 |
Additional materials required for projects (e.g. clay, glass, film, metal etc) |
Bachelor of Visual Arts Bachelor of Visual Arts and Bachelor of Advanced Studies Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours) |
$200 |
Contribution towards graduate exhibition |
Master of Moving Image |
$200 |
Contribution towards graduate screening event |
Students are invited to participate in elective units of study which are held overseas. Transport and accommodation options are included in the cost.
| Degree/unit | Approximate cost |
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| Bachelor of Laws (Years 4 and 5) | $2000-3500 |
| Juris Doctor (Years 2 and 3) | $2000-3500 |
These approximate costs are indicative and subject to annual change. You will be given an order form and exact costs once your course begins.
There are additional costs associated with studying a Doctor of Medicine in Australia. Some of these indicative costs are listed below.
Below is a list of estimated additional costs associated with your degree.
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(1) No longer available for new student enrolment in 2024.
(2) Immunisations are required for the courses and/or units that are core requirements in these degrees.
(3) Travel to Camden campus, Narrabri and Taronga Zoo may be required for the satisfactory completion of learning activities, and you're responsible for funding your transport to these activities.
(4) You are required to undertake practical experience placements with relevant animal or animal-related enterprises throughout your degree as part of the compulsory professional development program for your course. You're responsible for funding transport and accommodation for these placements, keeping in mind that costs will vary by location. Please visit the Transport for NSW website for information on public transport, and the University’s Student Accommodation page for a general guide to the average cost of living in Sydney, accommodation options, and a link to a budget planner.
(5) These units of study may be completed to satisfy degree, program, stream or major/minor requirements. Typically, these expenses cover meals, accommodation, and transport. These costs are indicative and can change from year to year, subject to the duration and destination of the field trip requirement for the unit of study.
There are additional costs associated with studying a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in Australia. Some of these indicative costs are listed below.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Uniform and clothing required for practical classes and course required placements | $860 These items can be ordered through our online store. All mandatory items will be clearly marked, with additional optional items available. |
| Mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kit (6) | $120 |
| Radiation Monitor | $115 |
| Immunisation(s) | Variable |
| Stethoscope | $82 - $385 |
| Thermometer | $15 - $27 |
| Pen light | $15 - $27 |
| Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Professional Skills Equipment Pack (6) | $750 |
| Textbooks | Vary according to unit of study. We recommend you consult with your unit of study coordinators before purchasing textbooks. |
| Travel and accommodation costs for placements (see information below) | Vary depending on placement location |
(6) You're required to have a surgical instrument kit and certain clinical equipment for use throughout your DVM degree. How you obtain these is up to you. For convenience, we've arranged with 2 companies willing to take orders, but you're under no obligation to purchase from them, and the University receives no financial benefit. As this is your personal equipment, the purchasing decision is yours, though we encourage you to buy the best quality you can afford. Further details on the Professional Skills Equipment Pack and mandatory PPE kit will be provided upon enrolment.
The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine has several placements that students must complete during their degree.
Students are responsible for accommodation, travel arrangements, and costs. Please visit the Transport for NSW website for information on public transport and the University’s Student Accommodation page for a general guide to the average cost of living in Sydney, a guide to accommodation options, as well as a link to a budget planner.
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