Application and semester dates - The University of Sydney Library Current students Staff intranet Find an event Give Contact us Study Research Engage with us About us News & opinion false Study false false Applying false false Application and semester dates true true 50% Application and semester dates Discover when to apply and when courses commence. m-hero--simple false Application dates Check individual course pages _self Check individual course pages for accurate information, and apply early as applications may close once capacity is reached. Course date variations h3 cmp-callout--informational-blue Undergraduate Domestic students \r\nDomestic 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. \r\nImportant notes and exceptions \r\nIf you are applying for a Sciences Po Dual Degree or a diploma, you need to apply directly to the University of Sydney, even if you are applying through UAC for your other preferences. \r\nInternational students \r\n\r\nGenerally, applications open two years before the semester start date. Closing dates are listed in the following table. \r\n\r\n\r\n  \r\nApplication closing date \r\n Semester 1 (Feb) \r\n1 December of the year prior to commencement \r\n Semester 2 (Aug) \r\n29 May of the commencing year \r\n \r\nImportant notes and exceptions \r\n\r\nMost international students apply directly to the University of Sydney, but you need to apply through UAC and follow their key dates if you're currently studying for one of the following: \r\nan Australian Year 12 qualification (for example, the NSW Higher School Certificate) in or outside Australia \r\nan International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma in Australia. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n"}}" id="text-7d09d0960d" class="cmp-text"> Domestic students 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. Important notes and exceptions If you are applying for a Sciences Po Dual Degree or a diploma, you need to apply directly to the University of Sydney, even if you are applying through UAC for your other preferences. International students Generally, applications open two years before the semester start date. Closing dates are listed in the following table. Application closing date Semester 1 (Feb) 1 December of the year prior to commencement Semester 2 (Aug) 29 May of the commencing year Important notes and exceptions Most international students apply directly to the University of Sydney, but you need to apply through UAC and follow their key dates if you're currently studying for one of the following: an Australian Year 12 qualification (for example, the NSW Higher School Certificate) in or outside Australia an International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma in Australia. Postgraduate Generally, applications open two years before the semester start date. Closing dates are listed in the following table.  \r\n\r\n  \r\nSemester 1 (Feb) \r\nSemester 2 (Aug) \r\n Domestic students \r\n31 January of the commencing year \r\n15 July of the commencing year \r\n International students \r\n18 December of the year prior to commencement \r\n29 May of the commencing year \r\n \r\nExceptions \r\nClosing dates differ for some courses, such as the Doctor of Medicine and the Doctor of Dental Medicine. For confirmation, refer to your course page. \r\n"}}" id="text-1a2cc85e0e" class="cmp-text"> Generally, applications open two years before the semester start date. Closing dates are listed in the following table. Semester 1 (Feb) Semester 2 (Aug) Domestic students 31 January of the commencing year 15 July of the commencing year International students 18 December of the year prior to commencement 29 May of the commencing year Exceptions Closing dates differ for some courses, such as the Doctor of Medicine and the Doctor of Dental Medicine. For confirmation, refer to your course page. Research We accept applications year-round, but deadlines vary by course. For exact dates, please check the individual course page you're interested in. \r\nApplicants are advised to apply at least six to eight weeks before the start date to allow sufficient time for processing and, if necessary, to submit your visa application. Separate scholarship application deadlines apply. Please also check your faculty application deadlines, as some may vary. \r\n"}}" id="text-008c977e28" class="cmp-text"> We accept applications year-round, but deadlines vary by course. For exact dates, please check the individual course page you're interested in. Applicants are advised to apply at least six to eight weeks before the start date to allow sufficient time for processing and, if necessary, to submit your visa application. Separate scholarship application deadlines apply. Please also check your faculty application deadlines, as some may vary. Honours \nSemester \nApplications open \nApplications close \n Semester 1 (Feb) \n \n30 August of the year prior to commencement \n15 January \n Semester 2 (Aug) \n31 January of the commencing year \n25 June \n \n"}}" id="text-ddb094b82c" class="cmp-text"> Semester Applications open Applications close Semester 1 (Feb) 30 August of the year prior to commencement 15 January Semester 2 (Aug) 31 January of the commencing year 25 June Semester start dates These are the standard start dates for coursework and honours degrees.  \r\n2026 start dates \r\n\r\nSemester 1 \r\n \r\n23 February 2026 \r\n Semester 2 \r\n3 August 2026 \r\n \r\n"}}" id="text-c6e65c26c6" class="cmp-text"> These are the standard start dates for coursework and honours degrees. 2026 start dates Semester 1 23 February 2026 Semester 2 3 August 2026 Important notes and exceptions The following courses vary from the standard start date, with most commencing earlier. Students will receive a confirmed start date within their offer letter. \n\nDoctor of Dental Medicine \nDoctor of Medicine \nDoctor of Clinical Dentistry (all streams, including embedded graduate diplomas and graduate certificates) \nDoctor of Physiotherapy \nDoctor of Veterinary Medicine \nGraduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice \nMaster of Speech Language Pathology \nMaster of Indigenous Languages Education \n\n"}}" id="text-e70400b25b" class="cmp-text"> The following courses vary from the standard start date, with most commencing earlier. Students will receive a confirmed start date within their offer letter. 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