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Course English Australia SELC

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Course English Australia

Sydney is the largest city in Australia with over 4 million people and also the most popular for international visitors. There are people from 180 nations, speaking 140 languages, making Sydney one of the most multicultural cities in the world. The city is spread over a large area and has a world-famous harbour, beautiful beaches and interesting things to do. Most of Sydney’s 37 beaches are situated within 30 minutes of the city centre by public transport.

The main forms of transport in Sydney are: bus, train, and ferry. In the Eastern Suburbs, buses are the most common form of public transport.

Most students buy weekly or monthly travel passes to use on public transport while they are in Sydney.

You can find the cost of transport in Sydney here.

On arrival at Sydney Airport it is a good idea to catch a taxi to your accommodation. On the return trip, there are a few transport options: bus, train, or taxi.

The cost of living in Sydney varies depending on your lifestyle. We estimate that students should budget for approximately $13,000 - $15,000 per year for living expenses. This does not include tuition fees. This covers accommodation, food, and transport but does not allow for luxuries, entertainment, or a car.

Sydney is an affordable destination and the cost of living is reasonable compared to other major cities around the world. Below are approximate prices for common goods and services and should give you a rough estimate of the cost of living in Sydney.

Movies: $13 Eating out: $30+
Nightclub entry: $10 - $20 Cup of coffee: $2.50
Travel pass (weekly): $32 Can of soft drink: $1.50
Take away food: $10 - $15 Local phone call: 40c
Fast Food: $5 - $10 Newspaper: $1.50

 

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