Our commitment to Western Sydney
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The University of Sydney has engaged in teaching and research in Western Sydney for almost 70 years. Growing our presence and impact in this dynamic region is a priority for the University, as identified in our Sydney in 2032 strategy.
To address the needs of this changing economic, demographic and geographic landscape, we must continue to invest in upskilling Western Sydney's population for the jobs of the future.
Our commitment to expand in Western Sydney will support other aspirations in our 2032 Strategy, including how we deliver transformational education, how our research tackles the greatest challenges and contributes to the common good, and how we build a more diverse and inclusive community of students and staff.
We will expand our education offerings in Western Sydney, providing new opportunities for skills development that progress our commitment to build a greater presence in this vibrant, diverse area at the heart of our city.
66 years of teaching in Camden
46 years in Westmead Health Precinct
2,500+ students across our Western Sydney facilities
1,000+ staff and affiliates supporting education and research
The industrial and commercial landscape in Western Sydney is shifting with the emergence of high-growth sectors expected to bring knowledge-based jobs and demand for education and training.
Our vision is to capitalise on a once-in-a-century opportunity to create an economic, intellectual, social and cultural asset in the heart of greater Sydney.
The growth in industry, commercial and public sector representation in the area will provide increased opportunities for education and research partnerships.
State and federal governments' investment in major economic and social infrastructure will underpin population growth and create the conditions for employment and income growth.
Our Sydney in 2032 commitment sees continued investment in Western Sydney to provide a positive learning experience, supporting viable student growth in the area, and attracting high-potential students and staff.
The University is exploring an exciting opportunity to develop a world-class multidisciplinary campus within the Westmead Health and Innovation District at Parramatta-Westmead. A potential new campus could provide new ways to research, teach, and partner with Western Sydney’s communities and industries.
A Parramatta-Westmead campus would expand the University’s research and teaching capabilities to support the next generation of tertiary students and the broader community in a rapidly developing western Sydney region.
To learn more, please contact External Engagement.
