Most courses and units of study have required or recommended course materials, such as books, readers, materials and equipment. There may also be ancillary costs for your degree to cover additional resources.
Prescribed textbooks for each unit of study are listed in your faculty handbook, unit of study outlines or on the Booktopia bookshop website, using its textbook search. Scientific Laboratories Supplies
Buy your textbooks and course notes or readers early to save time and avoid queues. You can also order them online for collection or delivery.
You can buy textbooks a number of ways:
Some units of study also prescribe student notes or a course reader. This is a collection of journal articles, book chapters and other material from a range of sources. Hardcopies may be available from:
If you’re enrolled in a course taught at another campus, check your unit of study outlines to find out where your textbooks, notes and readers are available.
If you need help covering the cost of reading materials, contact our Financial Support Service.
You can also see if your course readings and textbooks can be accessed online or are available to borrow by checking the Library website.
Your unit of study outline will contain information on whether you need to buy course equipment or clothing, such as lab coats, safety glasses or boots.
You can also find your course requirements and order equipment online through the faculty e-stores below.
Additional costs associated with your degree may cover resources such as materials, equipment and uniforms.
Below is a list of estimated additional costs associated with your degree. These aren’t always compulsory and where kits are available for purchase, you can choose to use your own equipment and materials or buy them independently.
Bachelor of Architecture and Environments (Year1)
Set costs for materials kit (timber, plaster, card, polypropylene) and toolkit
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (Year 1)
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (BDES1026 Studio 1A)
Set costs for materials kit (plaster, bamboo, card, polypropylene etc)
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (BDES2026 Studio 2A)
Set costs for stream-specific materials kit (object, image, drawing, materials modules)
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (each year)
Model-making materials (perspex, board, wood, metals etc, used in producing models for architecture studios)
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (Year 3)
Students are invited to participate in a field trip to Melbourne. Transport and accommodation options are at the discretion of students.
Bachelor of Design in Architecture (Year 3)
Participation in the Graduate Exhibition (contributing to printing, catalogue and other costs associated with the exhibition). Charges determined and collected by students.
Master of Architecture (each studio)
Model-making materials (perspex, board, wood, metals etc, used in producing models for architecture studios)
Master of Architecture (graduate studio)
Participation in the Graduate Exhibition (contributing to printing, catalogue and other costs associated with the exhibition). Charges determined and collected by students.
Bachelor of Design Computing (each studio)
Electronics and other materials to support studio projects
Master of Interaction Design and Electronic Arts (each studio)
Electronics and other materials to support studio projects
AWSS1001 Architectural Sketching and Drawing
Set costs for materials kit. You can supply your own materials.
Set costs for materials kit (concrete, casting, brazing consumables)
AWSS2010 Architecture & Design Ceramic Processes DESA9014 Architecture & Design Ceramic Processes
Set costs for materials kit (clay, plaster, glaze, sketchbook etc). You can supply your own materials.
Set costs for materials kit. You can supply your own materials.
Set costs for materials kit (ink, quills, paper, pens, charcoal, sketchbook etc)
AWSS2027/DESA9013 Architecture and Design Material Processes
Set costs for materials kit (ink, quills, paper, pens, charcoal, sketchbook etc)
Set costs for materials kit (photographic paper, class activity materials)
AWSS2026/DESA9012 2D Print Processes in Design
Set costs for materials kit (casting materials, card, silicone, plaster, sketchbook etc)
DESA3013 Expanded Colour: from Theory to Application
Set costs for materials kit (papers, brushes, colour filters)
Below is a list of estimated additional costs associated with your degree. You can choose to use your own equipment and materials or buy them independently. After you’ve enrolled in a program at Sydney College of the Arts, you will be able to pay your ancillary expenses online.
Bachelor of Visual Arts/Bachelor of Advanced Studies
Set costs for materials kit
Additional materials required for projects (e.g. clay, glass, film, metal etc.)
Bachelor of Visual Arts/Bachelor of Advanced Studies
Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours)
Contribution towards graduate screening event
Students are invited to participate in elective units of study which are held overseas. Transport and accommodation options are included in the cost.
These approximate costs are indicative and subject to change on an annual basis. You will be given an order form and exact costs once your course begins.
There are additional costs associated with studying a Doctor of Medicine in Australia. Some of these indicative costs are listed below.
Below is a list of estimated additional costs associated with your degree.
*No longer available for new student enrolment in 2024.
**Immunisations are required for the courses and/or units that are core requirements in these degrees.
***Travel to Camden campus, Narrabri and Taronga Zoo may be required for the satisfactory completion of learning activities, and you are responsible for funding your transport to these activities.
^You are required to undertake practical experience placements with relevant animal or animal-related enterprises throughout your degree as part of the compulsory professional development program which must be completed for your course. You are responsible for funding transport and accommodation expenses for these placements, keeping in mind that these will vary depending on location. Please visit the Transport for NSW website for information on public transport and the University’s Student Accommodation page for a general guide to the average cost of living in Sydney, a guide to accommodation options, as well as a link to a budget planner.
^^ These units of study may be completed to satisfy degree, program, stream or major/minor requirements. Typically, these expenses cover meals, accommodation, and transport. These costs are indicative and can change from year to year, subject to the duration and destination of the field trip requirement for the unit of study.
There are additional costs associated with studying a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in Australia. Some of these indicative costs are listed below.
These items can be ordered through our online store. All mandatory items will be clearly marked, with additional optional items available.
*You are required to have a surgical instrument kit along with certain clinical equipment. You'll use these items throughout the duration of your DVM degree. How you obtain these instruments is up to you. For your convenience we have discussed the purchase of these items from 2 companies that are willing to take your order. You are under no obligations to place your order with these companies and there is no financial benefit to the University. Instruments and clinical equipment can be sourced at various prices and quality. As these are your personal equipment, the purchasing decisions are your own, but you are encouraged to purchase the best quality instruments and clinical equipment that you can afford given your personal circumstances. We’ll give you further details on the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Professional Skills Equipment Pack and the mandatory PPE kit upon enrolment.
The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine has several placements that students must complete during their degree.
Students are responsible for accommodation and travel arrangements and costs. Please visit the Transport for NSW website for information on public transport and the University’s Student Accommodation page for a general guide to the average cost of living in Sydney, a guide to accommodation options, as well as a link to a budget planner.
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