UNSW and USYD are two of the largest Universities in Australia and very popular centers of higher learning. Difference between University of New South Wales (UNSW) and University of Sydney (USYD) is something that is often discussed between students as they wish to be aware of not only features and facilities being provided in these Universities but also the courses offered along with fee structure and residential facilities. This article intends to highlight and compare both the Universities on some features that will be of immense help to all those who aspire to take admission in these Universities.
Location and website
UNSW is located at Kensington, Sydney, Australia with its website as http://www.unsw.edu.au/ while USYD is also located at Darlington, Sydney, NSW, Australia with teaching campuses spread throughout Sydney, its website is Sydney.edu.au
Brief history
USYD, also called Sydney University is the oldest University in Australia having been established in 1850. With strength of around 50000 students, it is at present 2nd largest University in the country. It was established under the University of Sydney Act when the then existing Sydney College was sought to be expanded. The University received Royal Charter in 1858 from Queen Victoria granting recognition to graduates from the university at par with graduates from universities in Britain.
University of New South Wales, on the other hand is a famous university in the suburb of Sydney, New South Wales. It is a University especially known for research based activities and is a founder of Universities 21, which is an international coalition of research oriented Universities. UNSW was founded in 1949. Having strength of over 46000 students, it is the 3rd largest University in Australia.
Ranking
According to the 2010 QS World University Rankings, USYD was placed at 37th rank with 5th rank in Australian University Research Rankings 2010. On the other hand, UNSW ranked 46th worldwide on the 2010 QS World University Rankings, while it is ranked 4th in Australia.
Faculties
While UNSW has 9 faculties, USYD has 16 faculties, providing education in more subjects than UNSW.
Type
Both UNSW and USYD are public institutions. In terms of grants and endowments, USYD lags behind UNSW. While USYD received total endowments of $937 million in 2010, UNSW was ahead with total endowments of $1.08bn.
Scholarships and Assistance
A wide range of scholarships are made available by UNSW which reflect its commitment to excellence. These scholarships and financial assistance come in the form of annual stipends, living allowances, tuition fee waivers and travel scholarships.
USYD also awards generous scholarships that total 1350 amounting to $22 million. Different scholarships are available at undergraduate, postgraduate as well as for research activities.
Research Activities
While both USYD and UNSW encourage and support various research activities, UNSW, being a founder member of Universitas, is slightly ahead of USYD. In particular, UNSW is engaged in research on climate change and sustainability, smart technology, creative media and life saving medical research. USYD is also engaged in all sorts of research activities with special emphasis on engineering and biological sciences.
International student support
Both UNSW and USYD have a large number of international students. These students belong to different ethnicities with a large number of Asian students enrolling in various programs of these Universities.
In conclusion, it can be said that both these Universities are very important centers of learning and are actively engaged in research activities. Both are highly recognized all over the world and a large number of international students is a proof of the importance being attached to these Universities.