Taylor College Update

Please see the following updates from Taylors College.

1. 2026 Course Handbook

We are pleased to inform you that the 2026 College Course Handbook is now available on the official website. Please refer to the attachment.

The curriculum system at Taylors College Sydney now consists offour core modules + one elective module.

Two new modules have been added:Principles of ScienceandBusiness and Economic Principles

2. Downgrading – Impact of Course Changes

If a student's degree change results in them entering a course at a lower AQF level, they must reapply for a student visa after accepting the new course. Students can only officially enroll in the new course once the new visa is approved.

Please remind and assist students to accept their offers as early as possible to allow sufficient time for the visa application process. This requirement is clearly stated in the offer letters and the 2026 Course Handbook.

3. 2026 Late Arrival Policy

• January and July 2026 Standard Foundation Programme: Late arrival is permitted up to one week after the official program start date.
• AEP, April and October 2026 Intensive Foundation Programme, and September 2026 High Achiever Preparation Programme: No late arrivals are accepted.

If students are unable to arrive within the specified time, please contact the TCS Admissions team to discuss feasible alternative options.

It is essential to remind students to arrive on time for the first day of their course and attend the College Orientation.

Orientation is an important part of the Taylors College learning experience, designed to help students smoothly integrate into the international learning environment, ensuring they are prepared, informed, and connected from day one.

As we prepare for our new student intakes for 2026 at Taylors College Sydney, I’m pleased to share several important updates with you. These changes reflect our continued commitment to delivering a high-quality student learning experience and ensuring clarity for our students and partners.

1. Brochure

We’re delighted to announce that the 2026 College Brochure is now live on our website and can be viewed via the link below:

Five academic pathways and ten modules of study

As part of the new brochure release, you’ll notice updates across our academic pathways and modules designed to better support both the academic and student experience. We encourage you to view the brochure and share it with prospective students.

The Taylors College Sydney curriculum now comprises four core modules and one elective module. As part of recent curriculum enhancements, two new modules have been introduced: Principles of Science and Business and Economic Principles. Depending on the academic pathway, these modules may be offered either as core or elective options.

2. Informed Degree Selection – A Strategic Choice

As part of our strategic response to the managed tertiary education environment, we are placing greater emphasis on informed degree selection at the point of application. Students are encouraged to make a well-considered, academically aligned choice from the outset—one that reflects their interests and goals, including GPA targets, and recognises the long-term value of progressing to a globally recognised institution such as the University of Sydney, ranked first in Australia and 25th worldwide

Degree-change applications may be considered during the program in limited circumstances. Such changes are initiated as part of a targeted academic intervention by the Taylors College academic team. All changes are managed through internal academic processes and remain subject to degree availability.

We appreciate your support in guiding students to make well-informed degree choices at the time of application.

3. Downgrading – Impact of Course Changes

If any degree change results in a lower AQF level course, students will be required to apply for a new student visa upon acceptance. Enrolment in the new course can only occur once the new visa has been granted. Please prompt and assist students to accept their offers as early as possible to allow sufficient time for the visa application process. This information is clearly stated in both the offer letters and the 2026 brochure. For any questions related to this process, please contact Taylors College Sydney (and not the University of Sydney) directly attaylorsadmissions@navitas.com.

4. Late Arrival Policy:

• January and July 2026 Standard Foundation Programme intakes: Late arrival is permitted up to 1 week after the official program commencement date.
• For all AEP, Intensive Foundation Programme (April 2026 and October 2026) and High Achiever Preparation Programme (September 2026), no late arrivals will be accepted.

Students who cannot meet these deadlines should contact the TCS Admissions team at

xxxxx to discuss alternative options. We ask for your support in managing expectations, particularly around visa processing times and the time of application.

It is essential that all students arrive on time for the start of their chosen program and attend the College Orientation. Orientation is a key part of the student experience at Taylors College Sydney, designed to help students settle in smoothly and confidently into their international education journey. Participation ensures students are well-prepared, informed, and connected from day one.

5. Navitas Inspire Award 2025

And finally, we’re proud to share that Taylors College Sydney has been named one of the winners of the Navitas Inspire Awards 2025. This recognition reflects our commitment to an outstanding student experience, enabling student success and the strength of our partnerships.