Arguably the most popular multicultural city in the southern hemisphere, Sydney is a vibrant metropolis of 4.5 million people. Many people come to Sydney to see the fabled Opera House, the majestic Harbour Bridge, the stylish Sydney Tower and the historical The Rocks area. Along with Darling Harbour and a number of other tourist attractions, Sydney can continue to excite you during your stay.

Sydney City is very close to a number of beaches, national parks, and urban areas. With its bright, sunny blue sky and clean air it's no wonder that over 10 million tourists visit Sydney every year. Bondi Beach is the most popular beach in Sydney with its beautiful scenic views, fun night spots and collections of shops and restaurants. Meet people from all over the world in the pubs and on the sand.

If you like animals, Taronga Zoo and Sydney Wildlife World have many of Australia's wildlife living happily in replica sanctuaries. If you like history, Sydney City is full of 18th and 19th century architecture--all with its own stories. Completed in 1898, the Queen Victoria Building is Sydney's most beautiful building with several levels of shops and cafes in old world style making it a nice retreat from the hustle and bustle of a modern city. The Rocks area has been preserved quite well and modern shops are disguised in areas that look the same as they did 200 years ago.

For the museum lover, there are over 15 in Sydney City covering everything from art and history to science and discovery. If you're more into festivals, Sydney is definitely the place to be. From arts and Chinese New Year celebrations to the Royal Easter Show, there's at least one festival of some kind or other every month in Sydney.

Sydney's most loved feature is its cross-section of humanity. There are people from almost every country in the world living here. There are sections of Sydney that look like London, other parts that look like Japan. Check out suburbs like Leichhardt for Little Italy, Ashfield for Shanghai Town or visit the Korean, Spanish and Chinese areas in the city.

Location

The training center is located in the heart of Sydney--a short walk from most major shopping precincts and the 18th century Sydney Town Hall and Queen Victoria Building and Sydney Tower. The nearby Town Hall station is connected to the city loop and can take you within minutes of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Botanical Gardens and more.

Pitt Street Mall, the Galleries Victoria, The Strand Arcade, the Spanish and Korean quarters, Hyde Park, Oxford Street and many other attractions are also easily reached on foot, by bus or train.

Course Fees

The course fee is $2090 USD.

Accommodation

There are two options for accommodation here in Sydney. They are all single rooms, but you are welcome to share should you wish to do so.

Harbour Breeze Lodge, about 15 minutes by bus or ferry from the school. All rooms have TV, fridge, kitchenette, sink, a comfortable bed and cotton linen. The cost is $260 per week for a single room or $160/per person per week for shared accommodation. This option includes shared bathrooms.

Sydney has a large number of premium hotels available. It is best to organize this kind of accommodation yourself online. Prices start from $180 per day.

Course Dates

• 4 January – 29 January 2010
• 1 February – 26 February 2010
• 1 March - 26 March 2010
• 29 March - 23 April 2010
• 26 April – 21 May 2010
• 24 May - 18 June 2010
• 21 June - 16 July 2010
• 19 July - 13 August 2010
• 16 August - 10 September 2010
• 13 September - 8 October 2010
• 11 October - 5 November 2010
• 8 November - 3 December 2010

Remarks: includes 10% Goods and Services Tax [GST] charge of $150 reimbursable at the airport upon leaving the country