Postgraduate courses - 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 Study options false false Postgraduate true true /content/dam/people/master-of-commerce-student-lucy-adkins.jpg 50% Postgraduate courses Take your career further with a postgraduate degree m-hero--style-1 2000.1341.2x.jpeg 4000w, 1280.1280.jpeg 1280w, 220.148.2x.jpeg 440w, 800.537.2x.jpeg 1600w, 1440.966.2x.jpeg 2880w, 440.295.2x.jpeg 880w false Search postgraduate courses Architecture, design and planning false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/compass-ruler.svg Arts and social sciences false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/light-bulb.svg Business false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/hand-shake.svg Economics false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/chart-graph.svg Education and social work false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/book.svg Engineering and computer science false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/gears.svg Law false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/gavel.svg Medicine and health false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/heart-ecg.svg Music false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/musical-note-two-crotchet.svg Science false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/molecule-structure.svg Title : Learn from leaders Description : <p>Renowned lecturers, researchers and industry partners&nbsp;from Australia and around the globe</p> Link URL: Icon: /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/globe-information.svg Title : Grow your networks Description : Join a global network of 450,000+ Sydney alumni and make valuable connections Link URL: Icon: /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/student-group.svg Title : World-class facilities Description : Study in our impressive facilities, with modern technology that meets your evolving needs Link URL: Icon: /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/heart-ecg.svg Types of postgraduate qualifications The degree you choose will depend on what you want and need.</p>\n<p>It's possible to start with the shortest form of study, a graduate certificate (6 months), then extend your studies to complete a graduate diploma (1 year) or a master's degree (1-2 years) or an extended master's degree (3-4 years).&nbsp;</p>\n"}}" id="text-b99d7f7228" class="cmp-text"> The degree you choose will depend on what you want and need. It's possible to start with the shortest form of study, a graduate certificate (6 months), then extend your studies to complete a graduate diploma (1 year) or a master's degree (1-2 years) or an extended master's degree (3-4 years).  Graduate certificate 6 months full-time study</h5>\r\n<p>A graduate certificate typically offers the essential or core units of study towards a master's degree.&nbsp;With the option to progress to a graduate diploma or master's degree. It is a good option if you want to extend your existing knowledge base or upskill in a particular area to develop or advance your career.</p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https://www.sydney.edu.au/courses/search.html?search-type=course&amp;page=1#q=graduate%20certificate\">Find a graduate certificate</a></p>\r\n"}}" id="text-b66b6af676" class="cmp-text"> 6 months full-time study A graduate certificate typically offers the essential or core units of study towards a master's degree. With the option to progress to a graduate diploma or master's degree. It is a good option if you want to extend your existing knowledge base or upskill in a particular area to develop or advance your career. Find a graduate certificate Graduate diploma 12 months full-time study</h5>\r\n<p>Like a graduate certificate, a graduate diploma offers a subset of the units of study offered in a master's degree but more than those in a graduate certificate. It is an excellent option if you want to upskill and get a solid grounding in your chosen field or don't want to commit to a master's degree.</p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https://www.sydney.edu.au/courses/search.html?search-type=course&amp;page=1#q=graduate%20diploma&amp;f-courses_search_type=Courses\">Find a graduate diploma</a></p>\r\n"}}" id="text-bc95219b2a" class="cmp-text"> 12 months full-time study Like a graduate certificate, a graduate diploma offers a subset of the units of study offered in a master's degree but more than those in a graduate certificate. It is an excellent option if you want to upskill and get a solid grounding in your chosen field or don't want to commit to a master's degree. Find a graduate diploma Master's degree 1-2 years full-time study</h5>\r\n<p>Master's degrees are ideal if you need specialised knowledge and skills and want to take the next step in your career. Gain professional qualifications for your next job, upskill for your current role or develop academic expertise in your chosen field.</p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https://www.sydney.edu.au/courses/search.html?search-type=course&amp;page=1#q=master&amp;f-courses_search_type=Courses&amp;f-usyd_courses_studylevel=pc\">Find a master's degree</a></p>\r\n"}}" id="text-73d6123950" class="cmp-text"> 1-2 years full-time study Master's degrees are ideal if you need specialised knowledge and skills and want to take the next step in your career. Gain professional qualifications for your next job, upskill for your current role or develop academic expertise in your chosen field. Find a master's degree Extended Master's degree 3-4 years full-time study</h5>\r\n<p>Master’s Degree (Extended) is a program of structured learning with some independent research and a significant proportion of practice-related learning. Examples of Master’s degrees (extended) include the Doctor of Dental Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Physiotherapy, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and the Juris Doctor.</p>\r\n"}}" id="text-a649982869" class="cmp-text"> 3-4 years full-time study Master’s Degree (Extended) is a program of structured learning with some independent research and a significant proportion of practice-related learning. Examples of Master’s degrees (extended) include the Doctor of Dental Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Physiotherapy, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and the Juris Doctor. Find out about flexible study _self Many of our postgraduate courses allow you to study part-time. Some courses allow you to study online or in the evenings. Flexible study h3 cmp-callout--informational-blue Why choose Sydney? The University of Sydney is ranked among the top universities in Australia and globally.</p>\r\n"}}" id="text-70cf873969" class="cmp-text"> The University of Sydney is ranked among the top universities in Australia and globally. Title : 28th in the world Description : We consistently rank among the world's leading universities <br><small>QS World University Rankings 2027</small> Link URL: https://www.sydney.edu.au/about-us/our-world-rankings.html Icon: /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/medal.svg Title : 2nd in Australia Description : US News Best Global Universities 2025-2026 Link URL: https://www.sydney.edu.au/about-us/our-world-rankings.html Icon: /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/opera-house.svg Title : 15th globally for sustainability Description : We lead to build a sustainable future for all <br><small>QS World University Rankings 2026</small> Link URL: https://www.sydney.edu.au/about-us/our-world-rankings.html Icon: /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/eco-building.svg Applying and admissions Follow our guide to applying, and access the support you need to get into your preferred course.</p>\r\n"}}" id="text-a2e12daf77" class="cmp-text"> Follow our guide to applying, and access the support you need to get into your preferred course. Find out how to apply for a master's degree, graduate diploma or graduate certificate as a domestic student.</p> " data-show-description="true" data-link="https://www.sydney.edu.au/study/applying/how-to-apply/postgraduate-coursework.html"> Apply as a domestic student H2 Find out how to apply for a master's degree, graduate diploma or graduate certificate as a domestic student. This easy-to-follow guide explains how to submit your application to study with us as an international student.</p> " data-show-description="true" data-link="https://www.sydney.edu.au/study/applying/how-to-apply/international-students.html"> Apply as an international student H2 This easy-to-follow guide explains how to submit your application to study with us as an international student. Each year we have two intakes, Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (August). 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