The University of Sydney
About us
We’ve been challenging traditions for 175 years
Leadership for good
We make lives better by producing leaders of society and equipping our people with leadership qualities so they can serve our communities at every level.
70,000+ students
450+ courses across 10 areas of study
450,000+ alumni
150+ research centres
and 6 multidisciplinary initiatives
Australia's first university
The University of Sydney was founded in 1850 on the land of the Gadigal people. Progressive thinking, challenging the status quo and improving the world around us is in our DNA.
Our world rankings
We are ranked among the best universities in the world. View our rankings
Top 25 in the world
We consistently rank among the world's leading universities
QS World University Rankings 2026
15th globally for sustainability
We lead to build a sustainable future for all
QS World University Rankings 2026
6th globally for social impact
Our research creates change
QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026