About the university
Sydney Institute of Business and Technology (SIBT) is a private pathway college that shares Western Sydney University's Sydney City Campus on Elizabeth Street. It teaches a Foundation Program and diplomas in business, IT, engineering, health, communication and creative industries, and social science. Each diploma is equal to the first year of a matching Western Sydney University bachelor's degree.
Indian students use SIBT when their Class 12 marks are below direct entry to Western Sydney University. Finishing a diploma with an overall average of 50% or more gives entry to second year of the linked degree with eight units of credit. SIBT is a college, not a university, and is not ranked itself; your degree is awarded by Western Sydney University.
- Type
- Private pathway college; preferred pathway provider to Western Sydney University
- TEQSA / CRICOS
- TEQSA PRV12046; CRICOS 01576G
- Campus
- Western Sydney University Sydney City Campus, 255 Elizabeth Street, Sydney
- Intakes
- March, July and October
- Graduates
- Around 27,000 since 1997 (SIBT's own figure)
- Courses
- Foundation Program and six one-year diplomas leading to second year at Western Sydney University
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Information Technology
- Fee / year
- A$38,700
- Duration
- 12 months (two or three sessions)
- Intakes
- March; July; October
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE 50; TOEFL iBT 60–78
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$37,500
- Duration
- 12 months
- Intakes
- March; July; October
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE 50; TOEFL iBT 60–78
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$40,500
- Duration
- 12 months (an 8-month option is also offered)
- Intakes
- March; July; October
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE 50; TOEFL iBT 60–78
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$35,500
- Duration
- 12 months
- Intakes
- March; July; October
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE 50; TOEFL iBT 60–78
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Communication & Creative Industries
- Fee / year
- A$36,700
- Duration
- 12 months
- Intakes
- March; July; October
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE 50; TOEFL iBT 60–78
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$34,000
- Duration
- 12 months
- Intakes
- March; July; October
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE 50; TOEFL iBT 60–78
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (AUD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma of Information Technology | 12 months (two or three sessions) | A$38,700 | ≈ ₹25.2 lakh |
| Diploma of Business | 12 months | A$37,500 | ≈ ₹24.4 lakh |
| Diploma of Engineering | 12 months (an 8-month option is also offered) | A$40,500 | ≈ ₹26.3 lakh |
| Diploma of Health | 12 months | A$35,500 | ≈ ₹23.1 lakh |
| Diploma of Communication & Creative Industries | 12 months | A$36,700 | ≈ ₹23.9 lakh |
| Diploma of Social Science | 12 months | A$34,000 | ≈ ₹22.1 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Sydney Institute of Business and Technology with similar universities in Australia.
Scholarships
- UG
International Student Scholarship (South Asia, Central Asia, Europe, Middle East and Africa)
Value: Up to A$3,000 off programme fees
Eligibility: Students applying from South Asia (including India) who start in Session 3, 2026 or Session 1, 2027 and enrol in at least three subjects in their first session. Limited places; cannot be combined with other scholarships.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Diplomas: Class 12 with 50% in the best four subjects (CBSE or ISC), or 55% in four subjects (State Boards).
- Foundation Program: Class 11 with an average of 60% or above in four subjects (all Indian boards).
- Forecast results are accepted when you apply; final results are needed before enrolment is confirmed.
Postgraduate
- SIBT teaches only foundation and diploma (first-year) courses. For postgraduate study, see Western Sydney University.
Documents
- Academic transcripts (Class 11 or 12 marksheets)
- Passport or birth certificate as proof of citizenship
- English test transcript
- One-off A$225 enrolment fee after you accept your offer
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Diplomas: 6.0 with no band below 5.5. Foundation: 5.5 with no band below 5.0. |
| PTE Academic | Diplomas: 50. Foundation: 42. |
| TOEFL iBT | Diplomas: 60–78. Foundation: 46–59. |
| Below the level | Full-time English study at Navitas English before your course starts. |
Accommodation and living costs
SIBT has no housing of its own. Its accommodation page points to purpose-built student housing in central Sydney (Iglu, Scape, UniLodge), homestays and private rentals; you book directly with providers.
| Item | In AUD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose-built student accommodationUsually includes electricity, phone and internet | A$320–540per week | ≈ ₹20,800 – ₹35,100 |
| Homestay with an Australian familyTwo or three meals a day; one-off placement fees extra | A$255–290per week | ≈ ₹16,575 – ₹18,850 |
Campus and location
SIBT teaches at Western Sydney University's Sydney City Campus in the central business district, so diploma students study in the same building they progress to.
- Address: 4/255 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000.
- Diplomas run over two or three sessions, with intakes in March, July and October.
- Graduates with a 50% average enter second year of the linked Western Sydney University degree at the Sydney City Campus.
Careers and graduate outcomes
SIBT is a pathway college, so careers follow from the Western Sydney University degree you finish. See our Australia guide for work and post-study work rules.
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FAQs
How much does SIBT cost in 2027?
SIBT's 2027 programme fees range from A$34,000 (Diploma of Social Science) to A$40,500 (Diploma of Engineering); the Diploma of IT is A$38,700 and the Diploma of Business A$37,500. A one-off A$225 enrolment fee is extra.
What Class 12 marks do I need for an SIBT diploma?
50% in the best four subjects for CBSE or ISC, or 55% in four subjects for State Boards.
Will I get into Western Sydney University after SIBT?
SIBT says diploma graduates with an overall average of 50% or more gain entry to second year of the linked degree at WSU's Sydney City Campus. Those below 50% are considered individually.
Is there a scholarship for Indian students?
SIBT offers up to A$3,000 off programme fees for students from South Asia starting in Session 3, 2026 or Session 1, 2027, while places last.
Sources
- SIBT: home page (opens in a new tab)
- SIBT: fees and payment (opens in a new tab)
- SIBT: international admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
- SIBT: international students (opens in a new tab)
- SIBT: scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- SIBT: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- SIBT: Diploma of Information Technology (opens in a new tab)
- SIBT: Diploma of Engineering (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.sibt.nsw.edu.au (opens in a new tab)
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