Hi, I am accepted into a PhD Program in Economics with the University of Sydney and I wanted to have an idea about the following: -How much does a family of two need to make per month to live reasonably in Sydney. What are the rents of the apartments in the area of the university. My husband will be able to work full time and I can work up to 20 hours per week. He has a degree in Journalism and speaks several languages but the problem is that his degree is not from Australia and I am wondering what the possibilities for him are. -Do we necessarily need a car in Sydney? How is the transportation system and is it expensive. -How is the healthcare system? I will have insurance through the university. -What is the weather like-too dry, too humid, etc. average temperatures during the different seasons. -I know the situation in Australia like anywhere else right now is tough but will I have lots of prospects as a PhD in the field of Economics in Australian and Oceania, in general, when I graduate in 3 years hopefully. I also have substantial experience form US in the area of accounting and financial analysis. -Another option I have is with Victoria University in Wellington so I am really wondering what to choose. Thanks.
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Car is not required - the uni is on a public transport highway (trains and buses abound). There is a clinic on campus and if you have insurance you'll be ok. Temps can be 35-40 in summer, 10-12 in winter. Sydney is a big place and the temps can vary 10-15 degrees in a single day depending on which part you are living in. BUT - noone finished in 3 years unless you work on site every weekend, or at least one in two. 3 years 6 months - 4years is the norm. Depending on where you wish to live - rent could be anything from $280-$580 per week (we pay rent fortnightly not monthly).
