Welcome from the Vice-Chancellor and Principal

Welcome to the University of Sydney! I am very glad that you have come to join us. Your time here will not only equip you with a qualification that is respected throughout the world but will provide a stimulating and enjoyable learning and social experience.

By coming to the University of Sydney you are joining many of the most talented students from all over Australia as well as from 82 different countries. We can provide a safe and accepting environment where students from many different backgrounds can freely, securely and enjoyably learn together.

The Sydney Welcome, Orientation and Transition (SWOT) Program's (Re)Orientation website will introduce you to your Faculties and student support services helping you to feel confident as you begin to study. As well, the University of Sydney Union ReO Day 09 activities will introduce you to the diversity of social, cultural, sporting clubs and societies and the sporting facilities available to you and let you start making new friends and exploring the University.

Finally, remember that our teaching staff are involved in high-level research and scholarship and our courses are prized for their academic excellence and professional relevance. We will demand your best.

Dr Michael Spence
Vice-Chancellor and Principal
University of Sydney