The dates listed on this page are standard dates and apply to many of our courses. However, some courses follow different dates and may not be available in both semesters. Check course information pages for exact dates.
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There are different application dates for each type of course.
Domestic and international students have, in most cases, different undergraduate application dates.
Domestic students apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) and not directly to the University of Sydney. Check the UAC website for key dates, including when to submit your application and payment.
Generally, applications open two years before the course start date. Closing dates are listed in the following table.
Semester 1 (Feb) | 1 December |
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Semester 2 (Aug) | 15 May |
Please note: we are currently updating our degree pages, and the application closing dates displayed on some might vary to the above. We recommend you check your degree page regularly for the latest advice on application closing dates.
Whilst the majority of our degrees follow the dates listed in this table, we also encourage you to apply early as applications can close prior to the advertised closing dates if course capacity is reached.
Domestic and international students have, in most cases, different postgraduate application dates. Generally, applications open two years before the course start date. Closing dates are listed in the following tables.
Semester 1 (Feb) |
31 January |
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Semester 2 (Aug) | 15 July |
Semester 1 (Feb) | 1 December |
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Semester 2 (Aug) |
15 May |
Please note: we are currently updating our degree pages, and the application closing dates displayed on some might vary to the above. We recommend you check your degree page regularly for the latest advice on application closing dates.
Whilst the majority of our degrees follow the dates listed in this table, we also encourage you to apply early as applications can close prior to the advertised closing dates if course capacity is reached.
We accept applications year-round, but deadlines vary by course. For exact dates, please refer to the course page of the course you're interested in.
Applicants are advised to apply at least six to eight weeks prior to the start date to allow adequate time for processing and, if necessary, your visa application. Separate scholarship application deadlines apply. Please also check your faculty application deadlines as some may vary.
Semester | Applications open | Applications close |
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Semester 1 (Feb) |
30 August (of the year before the starting year) | 15 January |
Semester 2 (Aug) | 31 January (of the starting year) | 25 June |
These are the standard start dates for coursework and honours degrees.
Semester 1 |
19 February 2024 |
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Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 |
Semester 1 | 24 February 2025 |
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Semester 2 | 4 August 2025 |
The following courses vary from the standard start date, with most commencing earlier.
For further information, see our detailed calendar of study dates.