Graduate attributes

The University of Sydney is committed to preparing graduates for tomorrow's world, and recognises that a university education is not just about getting a job, but is also about learning to contribute to society.

The University’s staff and students, working with professional bodies and government and social groups, have identified the outcomes this University hopes its graduates will achieve.

The Graduate Attributes

  1. Scholarship
  2. Global Citizenship
  3. Lifelong Learning

These attributes are underpinned by five clusters of skills and abilities:

  1. Research and Enquiry
  2. Information Literacy
  3. Personal and Intellectual Autonomy
  4. Ethical, Social and Professional Understanding
  5. Communication

Download this student information leaflet to find out more about the University of Sydney Generic Graduate Attributes.