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| About Sydney |
| Climate |
Sydney has a temperate climate ideal for outdoor living. Winters are mild, and summer heat is tempered near the coast by sea breezes. |
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Sydney is the capital of the state of New South Wales, and is located on the east coast of Australia. It is one of the world’s most beautiful and celebrated harbour cities. From its humble origins as a convict settlement in 1788, Sydney has evolved into an exciting, multicultural and cosmopolitan city offering museums, art galleries, sporting events, shopping, sightseeing and more.
Blessed with golden beaches, a sunny, temperate climate and bountiful parks and gardens, Sydney is home to more than four million people and welcomes over three million international visitors each year. |
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| Living Expenses |
Study Abroad estimates that a student requires about A$8,000 – A$9,000 in living costs for one semester. This figure includes typical accommodation costs, food, transport and other daily life expenses. There are also individual course-related costs, such as textbooks and laboratory loading.
The Kensington and Paddington campuses are located near Sydney's prime real estate, and this is reflected in the cost of living. |
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Estimated Living Costs
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Estimated Cost (AUD)
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Study Abroad Housing semester fee for 2010
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A$5,400 - A$6,600 semester fee, including gas and electricity, refundable bonds, and fully furnished accommodation
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Alternatively, finding and renting your own private property in Coogee or Randwick
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A$300 - A$450 p/w, unfurnished 1 bedroom apartment
A$350 - A$600 p/w, unfurnished 2 bedroom apartment
A$480 - A$1000 p/w, unfurnished 3 bedroom apartment/house
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Alternatively, finding and renting a room in an established household in Coogee or Randwick
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A$150 - A$300 per week
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Mobile phone
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A$10 - A$25 per week
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Utilities (gas, electricity)
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A$5 - A$10 per week
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Internet
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A$5 - A$20 per week
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Food and groceries
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A$80 - A$100 per week
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Public transport
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A$10 - A$35 per week
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Entertainment
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A$50 + per week
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Estimated Item Costs
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Cost per item
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Lunch on campus
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A$7 - A$12
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Takeaway food
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A$10 - A$20
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Bus fare from campus to the city
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A$3.20
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Movie ticket
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A$10 - A$15
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Glass of beer at the pub
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A$4 - A$5
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Glass of wine at the pub
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A$6 +
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