Life in Sydney

Sydney, capital of New South Wales is a major international travellers destination, often referred to as the international gateway of Australia, and is notable for its beaches and twin landmarks: the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.

The metropolitan area is surrounded by national parks, and contains many bays, rivers and inlets.

It has been recognised as a global city that plays host to numerous international sporting events, including the 2000 Summer Olympics and the 2003 Rugby World Cup. Sydney is one of the most multicultural cities in the world which reflects its role as a major destination for immigrants to Australia.

North Ryde

Location of the Le Cordon Bleu Sydney Culinary Arts Institute

North Ryde is a suburb in the north of Sydney. It is part of the region of Lower North Shore and is located approximately 17 km from the Sydney CBD in the City of Ryde. North Ryde's main street offers modern Al Fresco style dining with streetside cafes and restaurants lining the footpaths.

Transport

Sydney, with a population of 4.2 million, is a remarkably easy city to move around in. An excellent train, bus and ferry service covers all points of the greater metropolitan area. Sydney has a large and well run Government public transport system.

Climate

There are four seasons in Sydney. Temperature in Sydney ranges from 18ºC to 32ºC in summer, with occasional hot spells of over 38ºC.

Winter temperature ranges from 8ºC to 18ºC, with the overnight temperature sometimes dropping below 6ºC. Humidity in summer ranges from 60 to 70 per cent. Rainfall in Sydney is usually spread fairly evenly through the year.

• Summer – December to February
  • Long with warm weather and occasional hot spells


• Autumn – March to May
  
  • Balmy weather with warm to mild temperature


• Winter – June to August
  
  • Short and mild winter


• Spring – September to November
  
  • Pleasant mild temperature

Cost of Living

It is estimated that a single international student in Sydney requires a minimum of AUD$15,000 – AUD$17,000 to cover living expenses in each year of study. However, students should have a minimum of AUD$2,500 in addition to the monthly average when they arrive to cover establishment expenses such as rental bond payment and basic furniture items.

Recreation and entertainment are matters of personal taste: the amount spent depends on your interests, budget and where you live. The figures given do not include the costs of large non-essential items such as household equipment or a car.

Approximately $AUD13,800–$28,288 per year

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