Education providers in Australia: How to choose a university, college, or institute
NSW offers a diverse range of education providers for students to choose from. This includes some of Australia’s best universities for international students, alongside colleges, TAFEs (Technical and Further Education Providers), tertiary education centers and private providers.
Explore your study options in Sydney and NSW using our course search tool.
Frequently asked questions
For international students, there’s no limit to how many providers you can apply to in Australia. However, it’s best to focus on your top choices so you can make the most of the applications.
Yes, most universities are government owned and regulated. There are also private education providers.
While universities are larger institutions offer undergraduate and graduate degrees or courses, colleges are education providers such as technical schools and or places to study vocational education and training (VET) courses.
Residential colleges offer fully furnished rooms with 3 catered meals a day and laundry services. The University of Sydney has several residence halls on campus where you can enjoy quality, affordable and self-catered housing. This option is available to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Finding courses is simple using our Course Finder. Once you know your field of study, you can find relevant degrees and programs, alongside the education providers providing them.