About NSW
Sydney is the capital city of the state of New South Wales and is on the east coast of Australia.
Population
Australia: 22.3 million
NSW: 7.25 million
Sydney: 4.3 million
Climate (weather)
New South Wales has a pleasant climate which allows a year-round outdoor lifestyle. The average temperature in NSW is between 12°C and 21°C.
Sydney has over 300 sunny days a year. The average maximum temperature in Sydney is 25°C in summer and 17°C in winter.
The seasons in Australia are opposite to the northern hemisphere. Summer occurs in December, January and February; Winter is in June, July and August.
Geography
NSW lies on the east coast of Australia. Sydney is the state's capital and the largest city in Australia.
Sydney
Sydney is one of the most cosmopolitan, multicultural and peaceful cities in the world. It is the largest and most internationally recognised city in Australia.
Sydney was voted the world's best city for a record-breaking 10th year in a row in the Condé Nast Traveller Reader's Choice Awards in 2011.
TripAdvisor, the world's largest online travel site, named Sydney in the top 25 for the 2011 Travellers' Choice Destinations awards. Millions of TripAdvisor travellers ranked Sydney ahead of global cities including Paris, New York, London, and San Francisco.
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Famous landmarks
Some of Sydney's famous landmarks include the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Harbour, the Sydney Opera House and Darling Harbour.
Sydney is also famous for its beaches, especially Bondi Beach and Manly Beach.
Image courtesy Destination New South Wales.
Modern and safe city
Sydney has a friendly and relaxed lifestyle in a clean and safe environment. The city offers world-class recreation, shopping, transport and telecommunication facilities.
Multicultural city
Sydney is also one of the world's most multicultural cities, with its population made up of people from more than 120 countries. This includes a large international student population.
This broad ethnic mix, with local communities from many cultural backgrounds, means there is a wide range of international foods, grocery stores, restaurants and community newspapers and magazines in many languages.
Coastal and inland cities and towns
The regions outside Sydney offer a range of attractions such as national parks, spectacular coastlines and beaches and country scenery. You can enjoy skiing in the Snowy Mountains, walking through beautiful national parks, exploring the outback at Broken Hill or surfing on the North Coast.
Image courtesy Destination New South Wales.
Many students prefer our coastal and inland cities and towns as a fantastic alternative to living in metropolitan Sydney. The cost of living is lower, there is plenty of part-time work and there are excellent opportunities to meet local residents.
Most importantly, friendly local communities welcome international students.
Choose from any of the following regions:
- Blue Mountains
- Country NSW
- Hunter
- Lord Howe Island
- North Coast
- Outback NSW
- Snowy Mountains
- South Coast
Places to go...things to see
There are many beautiful places to see and interesting things to do while you live in Australia. For more information, visit the NSW Government Visitors website to learn about:
- Arts and culture
- Food and wine
- Nature and parks
- Fashion and shopping
- Beaches and surf
- Adventure and sports
- Tours and drives
- Family activities
Look at the events calendar to see what is happening in NSW.
NSW Public holidays
About NSW
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New South Wales
NSW lies on the east coast of Australia.
Sydney is the state's capital and the largest
city in Australia.
To find a school go to School locations or read about TAFE NSW Institute locations.
ESOS Framework
The Australian Government wants international students to have a safe, enjoyable and rewarding study experience in Australia.
Read more about the ESOS Framework.
Agent search
DEC International has a worldwide network of representative agents who can help you complete and submit your application to study.
These representatives must provide you with accurate and up-to date information and advice regarding programs, courses, application procedures, living and studying in Australia. They can also assist with your visa application. If you wish to apply through an agent it is recommended that you use an agent on this list. If you choose to use another agent who is not published on this list, then DEC International is not responsible for the accuracy of the advice provided to you.
TAFE NSW English Language Centre agents
TAFE NSW English Language Centres also engage agent representatives and details of these agents can be found on the English Language pages for each of the listed Institutes. These agents may recruit students for intensive English language courses but not for any other courses at TAFE NSW.
- Crows Nest (Northern Sydney Institute)
- Kingscliff (North Coast Institute)
- Liverpool (South Western Sydney Institute)
- Newcastle (Hunter Institute)
- Ultimo (Sydney Institute)
- Wollongong (Illawarra Institute)
