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Professional development
Enhance your career
In a competitive employment market, having an edge can make all the difference. At the University of Sydney, we inspire you with courses that can advance your career.
Powered by research, our courses deliver real-world learning and the latest thinking. Our academics are among the best in the world, delivering practical knowledge and expertise that will ignite your thinking and enhance your career path.
Give yourself an advantage at the University of Sydney
Continuing professional development
Once you are qualified for a profession you may need to complete a certain number of hours of continuing professional development to keep your skills up to date. We offer a range of courses that have been specifically designed for professions such as law, teaching, dentistry, medicine, architecture and engineering. Sydney also offers short courses, units of study and seminars in a range of subject areas.
Continuing professional development courses are available in:
- Architecture, Design and Planning
- Dentistry
- Business (The University of Sydney Business School)
- Education and Social Work
- Engineering
- Information Technologies
- Law (Sydney Law School)
- Medicine (Sydney Medical School)
- Project Management
- Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Flexible study options
We know that the way we learn, work and live is always changing. That’s why we offer flexibility in how you can complete our coursework programs.
For example, some programs are delivered face-to-face (on campus) or via block or intensive modes. Others may be available via distance and online learning.
Many of our courses offer a choice of attendance options, such as full-time, part-time, part-time evening, block or intensive, so you can organise your study commitments to suit your lifestyle.
To check the study mode and attendance options for your area of interest, go to Advanced Course Search and select the “Study Mode” and “Attendance” from the drop down menu.
Find out more
If you would like to find out more about professional development, please contact us on 1300 362 006 or ask a question online.