Housing
As a student at the University of Sydney, you will have the option of applying to live in either catered housing or self-catered student apartments. As you read the information below, please be sure to review the general information for Housing in Australia.
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Catered Housing
MANDELBAUM HOUSE
Mandelbaum House is a residential college located within the university grounds close to the Sports & Aquatic Centre. Mandelbaum House provides housing in private bedrooms with your own basin. With only 38 residents (men and women), strong friendships are formed with Australian and fellow international residents. Common areas include a game room, lounge room, library, and rooftop area. Amenities also include laundry facilities and free rental bicycles which is popular among residents. An internet plan is also included.
Mandelbaum has a resident society who organize in-house events, social outings, and coordinate participation in intramural sport and art competitions. As a resident, you will have a meal plan (18 meals per week) with the flexibility to have a takeaway or a late meal. This gives you more time to study and explore Sydney as you don’t need to shop for groceries, cook, or clean. In keeping with Mandelbaum House’s Jewish heritage, all meals are kosher, but students of all backgrounds are welcomed.
Living at Mandelbaum is an excellent way to meet local students and to make the most of your time in Australia, but it is not for everyone. The application process for residential colleges is very competitive and placements are on a first-come, first-served basis.
SCAPE DARLING HOUSE
Scape Darling House is conveniently located near Sydney’s vibrant Darling Harbour, Haymarket and Sydney CBD and is within easy walking distance to UTS and the University of Sydney campuses. Scape Darling House is a perfect housing option for those wanting independence, without the stress of preparing or cooking meals for themselves.
At Scape Darling House, we offer twin occupancy, where you reside in a fully furnished en-suite room (which has two single beds separated by a bookshelf divider and a retractable privacy screen around your individual bedroom). The space is thoughtfully designed, providing you with your own study area. Rooms at Darling House have an air-conditioning/heating unit and bed linen is provided. You are also provided an internet plan, and you can utilize the onsite laundry, gaming room, theater, and study spaces. You can additionally participate in the uLife program of support, social events, and intramural sports competition, and enjoy free access to an on-site gym.
All meals are included in the onsite dining room known as The Eatery. The eatery has generous opening hours offering a wide variety of quality meals prepared daily by an international team of chefs. Also included in the meal plan is a juice bar, ice cream station, coffee stand, and ‘grab and go’ meal options should you have commitments elsewhere.
Self Catered Student Apartments
If you prefer a more independent style of housing, self-catered residences are available in the areas on and around campus. All apartments are close to cafes, restaurants and shops and feature kitchen facilities where you will prepare your own meals.
SCAPE REDFERN
Located in the regentrified area of Redfern and within easy walking distance to both USYD and UTS, Scape Redfern is a brand new purpose built student residence offering self-catered living. Opened in 2022, the building is beautifully designed with modern features and staff available onsite around the clock. At Scape Redfern, you will have your own private bedroom with a double bed, TV, study desk, and its own ensuite bathroom. It also includes a shared kitchen, dining room and spacious lounge area. Other amenities include an on-site gym, cinema room, yoga room; gaming room and large social areas with BBQs and communal kitchen facilities. All students will be provided with linen and an internet package.
SCAPE CLEVELAND
Housing at Scape Cleveland is a self-catered student residence located within a short walk to the University of Sydney. The buildings are stylishly designed and have staff onsite 24/7. At the Cleveland Street facility, you will have a single bedroom with a private en-suite bathroom, along with a shared kitchen and living spaces for 4-5 other students. There are many social opportunities and support networks available to students through the uLife Program, including an intramural sports competition. Other amenities include an on-site gym, big screen TV, game room, iMac stations and large social areas with BBQs and communal cooking facilities. All students will be provided with linen and an internet package.
BROADWAY XSCAPE
Situated the block next to UTS campus, Broadway XScape, is an older, yet more affordable facility in the heart of the action of Broadway. Formally known as `Gumal Ngurang’ (meaning ‘friendly place’ in the local Gadigal language) this facility is the perfect mixture of social interaction with your own privacy. You will reside in a 4 bedroom apartment equipped with a wardrobe and study area, including a King Single bed. The apartment includes shared bathroom facilities; an open plan kitchen with oven, microwave, 4 burner cooktop and the lounge room with a 50” LCD TV.
Broadway XScape have regular events for their students and offer a small ‘homemade’ style outdoor gym; rooftop terrace with BBQ area; with study and common rooms to hang out with friends.
SCAPE CENTRAL
Perfectly situated behind UTS and a short 6 min bus ride or 15 min walk to University of Sydney, Scape Central is a self-catered student residence featuring studio and shared apartments, with an outdoor courtyard, cinema, gym, laundry, wifi and study spaces. Our Arcadia rooms at Scape Central are TWIN share, two students with individual beds sharing a bedroom and a bathroom for themselves. The apartment consists of 4 of these rooms, therefore eight people sharing the entire apartment’s kitchen and lounge room facilities. The buildings are stylishly designed and have staff onsite 24/7 and a tremendous events program.
View photos and floorplan of 4 bedroom twin apartment at Scape Central
SYDNEY UNIVERSITY VILLAGE
Located adjacent to the University of Sydney campus is a friendly, secure community setting called Sydney University Village (SUV). This facility offers self-catered housing with a private bedroom in a five-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment. Each apartment has an internal kitchen and living room. Other amenities include an outdoor BBQ and lawn area (which students can use for free), communal kitchen, recreation and game room, a cafe, laundry facilities, a convenience store and a resource center with computer, printing and scanning facilities. Additionally, there is an active SUV Residential Life Program which offers plenty of social and support opportunities. You will be provided with a linen pack and internet plan upon arrival.
*Please note that depending upon your housing assignment, an additional fee may apply. Please ask your Program Advisor for details.