Locations
The Navitas Professional Year Program is offered in all major Australian cities, allowing you to choose the ideal city in which to complete the program. We offer participants the flexibility to transfer between the locations should they wish to study and undertake the internship in different cities.
The Professional Year in Sydney
Sydney is a vibrant, international city home to more than 4.5 million people and over 150 spoken languages. The city buzzes with activity in its beaches, parks, cafes, shops and restaurants. Situated on a spectacular harbour, this city offers an enormous variety of venues for outdoor activities to enjoy the agreeable climate. Residents also have access to over 70 beaches that spread along the city's coastline and inner harbour.
Sydney is one of the world's most multicultural cities and, like the rest of Australia, likes to celebrate its diversity and recognise its many cultures. As Australia's largest city, Sydney plays host to international events as well local festivals and shows. With such fine weather, outdoor events are consistently held throughout the year across metropolitan and greater Sydney. For more information, visit www.sydney.com.
Cost of living
Compared with other major cities around the globe, living in Sydney is very affordable. Depending on your lifestyle and where you choose to live, you can expect to spend around AU$18,000 — $22,000 a year on living expenses (not including tuition fees).
Getting around
Sydney has an extensive public transport network, including trains, buses, ferries and light rail. A great place to find detailed information about fares, timetables and getting around Sydney is the Transport Info website www.131500.com.au.
Climate
Sydney has a temperate, humid climate with warm to hot summers and cool to mild winters. Summer runs from December to February with average temperatures usually ranging from 18°C to 26°C. The winter months, from June to August, see average minimum temperatures drop to around 9°C. Rainfall is moderate and the sun shines for more days of the year than not. For up-to-date information on Sydney's weather, head to www.bom.gov.au.
Campus Location
The Sydney Professional Year Program is offered out of:
Level 11, 17 York Street
Sydney, NSW 2000
Getting there
The Sydney Campus is conveniently located right next to Wynyard station. Buses also run from York Street as well as nearby George, Carrington and Clarence streets. Alternatively students can take the ferry to Circular Quay which is a short, 10 minute walk away.
- 5 things to see or do in Sydney
- 1Walk the Bondi to Bronte coastal path and take in the spectacular views.
- 2Catch a show at the iconic Sydney Opera House by the harbour.
- 3Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of Chinatown located in the city centre.
- 4Feed the animals at Taronga Zoo and discover another side to Sydney Harbour.
- 5Go to the top of he Sydney Tower and enjoy panoramic views of the city.
