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Bachelor of Languages

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Bachelor of Languages develops advanced language ability alongside intercultural understanding and global communication skills. You’ll complete a modern language major, study culture, and build foundations in translation theory, with opportunities for practical translation projects and exchange or study abroad. This is a 3-year bachelor degree focused on multilingual and cross-cultural capability for international contexts. The programme develops classroom practice, curriculum knowledge, and educational psychology for teaching professions.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles where strong language skills and cultural competence are valued, including translation and language services, international business support, government and diplomacy-related work, tourism and cultural organisations, and community or education-facing roles. The degree also complements further study in areas like business, economics, humanities or science. This bachelor qualification supports careers using professional modern language expertise. Preparing graduates for teaching, education support, and learning development roles in schools and colleges.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$52,500 per year

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CSP: A$6,149

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Information

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3 years

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February

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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BPLANGUA1000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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