With its lively city centre, spectacular beaches, and dazzling harbour, you will soon fall in love with Sydney's lifestyle.
In 2021, Sydney was ranked as the 4th safest city in the world (EIU Safe Cities index) so you can feel relaxed and comfortable getting around the city.
Sydney has a good public transport network. The college is in a very convenient central location in the city close to Town Hall train station making it easy for you to get to school and get to work.
On a student visa you can work for up to 40 hours per fortnight while studying. Jobs are easily available so you can support yourself while studying and ELC has flexible timetable options to suit your working hours.
Sydney has on average more than 340 sunny days per year. Summers (from December to March are hot); winters (June to August) are mild with an average daily temperature of 15 degrees.
Sydney's warm climate means that there's a huge range of outdoor activities for you to do all year round. Sport is very popular in Australia and if you’re looking for an adventure there are many opportunities for you to try new things - scuba-diving, surfing and bushwalking are all possible within the Sydney metropolitan area.
Sydney is the largest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia. It is lively by day and night with world-class cultural and social entertainment. Whether you prefer concerts, cinema, restaurants, nightclubs or pubs you’ll find plenty here to please you.
Sydney is the gateway to amazing sights and experiences in New South Wales and the rest of Australia. Spectacular beaches, rainforest and the gorgeous Blue Mountains are all just a short drive away. Day trips to the most popular destinations can be purchased from our travel desk.
There's a large international student community in Sydney and Australians are very friendly and welcoming. In shops, restaurants and on the street you’ll be surprised at how easy going people are.
