INTRODUCTION OF SYDNEY INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY:
The Sydney Institute of Business and Technology (SIBT) operates on Macquarie University campus offering Foundation Studies (Pre-University) and University level Diplomas.

Since 1996, SIBT and Macquarie University have worked together to provide the leading pathway program in Australia. With over 3,000 students, SIBT has become a popular choice for both Australian and International students, providing an alternative entry to university studies and a guaranteed pathway into the second year of a Bachelor Degree at Macquarie University.

Located on Macquarie University campus, SIBT students have access to all the university services and facilities, including one of the best undergraduate libraries in Australia, sporting facilities and clubs, student associations and accommodation service.

A few facts about SIBT !
SIBT was established in 1996.
The first semester intake was in March 1997, with 186 students. Currently SIBT has more than 3000 students (32% Australian and 68% overseas students). Over 90% of SIBT graduates commence a Bachelor Degree at Macquarie University. Over 8,000 SIBT graduates have continued their studies at Macquarie University SIBT has been working in partnership with Macquarie University for ten years.

ADVANTAGES OF STUDYING AT SIBT :

• Guaranteed entry to Macquarie University on successful completion of your Diploma or Advanced Diploma.

• Quality provider
  Average of 40 students per lecture and 25 students per tutorial
  Lectures delivered and moderated by approved Macquarie University lecturers
  Australian registered Higher Education Provider offering nationally accredited courses
  Internationally recognised for its quality management systems
  (Recipient of ISO9001 : 2000)

• Fast track (2 semesters = 8 months) & standard track (3 semesters = 1 year) option

• Three intakes per year - February, June and October

• Additional academic and welfare support available

• Modern facilities within a newly constructed building

• SIBT students study on campus with full access to all University facilities / services

• SIBT provides an attractive alternative pathway to University for Australian students who do not achieve the UAI for the course of their choice, and for international students who seek a supportive study environment on the University campus.

• SIBT and Macquarie University provide 3 full scholarships (to the value of full tuition fees at Macquarie University for two years) per year to the most outstanding SIBT Diploma graduates.

LOCATION :
SIBT is located on Macquarie University campus in North Ryde, 14km from Sydney's Central Business District (CBD), approximately 45 minutes by bus and 30 minutes by car.

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS :
Macquarie University offers a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual lifestyle and budget. SIBT students are welcome to utilise the Macquarie Accommodation Service to obtain details and book accommodation. Accommodation places on-campus are limited and we recommend you reserve your place as soon as you have accepted your offer at SIBT.

SIBT is unable to arrange accommodation or airport reception.

If you have not decided on the area you would like to live, we recommend arranging temporary accommodation or a minimum four week homestay so that you have accommodation secured when you first arrive.