The University of Sydney will establish a second campus in Western Sydney as part of a leading international health, education and research precinct.

Partnering with the NSW Government, the announced project is expected to attract more than 25,000 students and further drive its vision for a world-leading health and education precinct. 

The NSW Government will be working with the University of Sydney following a three-month market sounding process.

“The University of Sydney has the academic and reputational excellence to anchor this world-class education precinct, which will inspire and work hand-in-glove with co-located health facilities and ground-breaking medical research,” Ms Berejiklian said.

“This will further support the NSW Government’s vision for a world-class health and education precinct at the geographic heart of Sydney - fully integrated with the Parramatta Light Rail and Sydney Metro West, as well as medical, sports, arts and creative industries, and affordable housing.”

According to the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Sydney Dr Michael Spence AC, the campus would have more than 25,000 students and 2,500 staff by 2050 and provide affordable accommodation for key workers and students. 

“Over the next 10 years, the campus would create 450 science and research jobs at the University and 3500 jobs in healthcare, education, biotechnology, manufacturing and other high-value industries. It will also enable hundreds of millions of dollars in third-party investment in local research and development,” Dr Spence said.