Two formats of the University of Sydney Foundation
Program:
- 40-week Standard Program
commencing in January and September.
- 30-week Accelerated Program
commencing in April. This program is particularly
designed for students with a high level English Language
proficiency and superior academic results.
Program Structure
Students are required to complete 25 credits by undertaking
all compulsory subjects, and choosing up to 3 elective
subjects. In addition, all students are required to
take IT/Study and Life Skills for one hour per week.
Teaching Methods and Learning References
The University of Sydney Foundation
Program prepares students for their university degree
through a variety of teaching methods including lectures,
group work and presentations. Subjects are supported
by reference texts, study guides and software packages.
Students will be provided a booklist prior to the commencement
of the course.
The University of Sydney Foundation Program Assessment
Academic staff carefully monitor student achievement
and give regular feedback on their progress through
the program. Assessment comprises a mixture of coursework,
tests and examinations. Final assessment takes into
account coursework grades and examination results.
Assessment of Academic Subjects
Subject assessed is grade on a 10-point scale. An average
score is calculated across all subjects except English
Language. The IT/Study Life Skills courses are compulsory
and non-assessable programs for all students.
Assessment of English Language
English Language proficiency is assessed within the University of Sydney Foundation
Program
and each student is awarded a grade from A to F. "C"
grade is required for entry to The University of Sydney,
which is equivalent to IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 575 (TWE 4.5)
paper based / TOEFL 233 (easy Rating 4.5) computer based.
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The University of Sydney Foundation Program Stream
and Electives
Students are required to choose their preferred stream
and electives upon application for admission.
A summary of the compulsory subjects for each stream
and possible electives is given below:
| Science/ Engineering/
Health Science |
English for
Science
Mathematics
IT/Study Life Skills |
Physics
IT
Biology
Chemistry
Foundations of Social Sciences
Australian Studies
Government, Law and
Information
Accounting
Media Studies and Communication
Mathematics (General)
Mathematics(Advanced)
Music |
| Economics/ Commerce |
English for Humanities
Mathematics
IT/Study Life Skills |
| Arts/ Media |
English for Humanities
Australian Studies and Research Project
IT/Study Life Skills |
| Visual Art and Design |
English for Humanities
Foundations of Visual Art and Design
Australian Studies and Research Project
IT/Study Life Skills |
| Music (Music students
have time and credit allowed for individual practice) |
English for Humanities
Music Theory
Music Performance
Australian Studies and Research Project
IT/Study Life Skills |
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