University Of Tasmania (Utas)

Students who choose the University of Tasmania as their destination for their foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate degree will find an exceptional institution, highly regarded globally for its standards of education.

Students will also find beautiful campuses situated alongside stunning natural environments, and friendly and welcoming cities where international students are warmly accepted.

As such, students will benefit from a relaxed quality of life, learning from expert teaching staff, and having the opportunity to explore the amazing Australian countryside, often as part of their study program.

The university offers a wide range of programs, all of which are taught by industry leaders with the benefit of specialised, contemporary facilities. In particular, the university is recognised for the quality of its law, nursing, oceanography and agricultural science degrees.

Indian students who do not meet the minimum requirements for either academic or English skills can opt to do a foundation course, which helps students get to the necessary level to then transition into an undergraduate degree.

There are various services offered to ensure students feel supported and safe during their time on campus. These include health, religious and career support teams. International students also have dedicated officers who can aid with the transition to learning in Australia, while there are specific scholarships offered only to international students.

Students who choose to enrol at the University of Tasmania are assured of a high-quality experience. This is reinforced by the excellent graduate success ratings, with 94 per cent of students finding full-time work within three years of completing their studies.

The university also continually strives for improvement, which is why it has instigated a ‘Quality Matters' program to ensure that all courses meet the expected standards of education. This helps course leaders to prepare effective, professional units of study that give students the most valuable information in an effective way.

Students will learn from experts in their field who have undergone extensive training both within the area of study and in how to present and deliver their knowledge to students. There is also access to extensive support services should students need extra academic help, or if they need to raise a concern about their course quality.

Students wishing to study with the University of Tasmania must meet the minimum English language and academic entry requirements. Some courses will have higher requirements for either English language or for previous academic qualifications, and some may require a portfolio of previous work or an interview.

Standard academic requirements

Admission to the university's undergraduate courses requires completion of qualifications equivalent to Year 12 in Australia. Some courses also require the completion of prerequisite subjects. Students who do not meet these requirements may enrol in the foundations studies program.

Entry into a postgraduate course requires the equivalent of a bachelor's degree with the required grades. Work experience may be required or used for alternative entry for some undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

The University of Tasmania has a range of scholarships for international students commencing their studies in 2025.

These scholarships are designed to help support students with the costs of student living, giving students the best platform for success as they focus on their studies and not on the worries of affording the university costs.

Scholarships are available to those who need financial aid or those who seek recognition for their academic excellence and achievements. Students can also apply for funding to help with relocation or the costs of learning English.

International students are able to apply for their course and any relevant scholarships at the same time.

Students can learn more about the range of scholarships offered by the university, as well as details on how to apply along with any relevant deadlines, on the website.

The University of Tasmania offers an extensive selection of services to students to ensure they are fully supported throughout their time in Tasmania.

Study support includes:

• Peer-Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) – student-led study groups specific to course units
• Learning workshops and webinars including live and pre-recorded sessions
• Learning Lounge – where students can talk to peer mentors and learning key skills around time management, research and assignment writing
• U-Connect – a frontline team that can help students access the support they need
• English language support – led by highly qualified teachers who can support with key language, communication and academic skills
• Dedicated international student advisors

Health and wellbeing support includes:

• Counselling – students have access to in-person and online counselling sessions, all of which are free and run by professionals
• Accessibility support – tailored assistance for any students with accessibility needs or health conditions
• Close proximity to medical and health services on every campus
• Religious support – with prayer rooms and pastoral carers

The University of Tasmania continually invests in new resources and developments in order to give students the best opportunity to succeed. A new multi-million-dollar campus transformation project is underway, which is creating attractive and distinctive new southern and northern campuses. These will have brand new buildings, facilities and infrastructure all tailored towards the future of education, guaranteeing students a comprehensive and inspirational place to live and learn.

The university continues to undertake a range of research projects that will improve the lives of both the local and international community. Almost 97 per cent of the university's research is rated at above world standard, with AUD 114 million of research income generated in 2020 and 400 research partners across a range of industries.

Graduate prospects

Students who graduate from the University of Tasmania will be well-placed for their future career. Recent figures show that 93 per cent of graduates were in full-time employment three years after they had completed their degree.

University of Tasmania graduates have a median full-time salary of AUD 91,300, which is AUD 4,100 more than the national median salary.

To help students achieve success there are a number of career support services, which help to connect students with employers through placements and provide them with the essential skills needed for applying for work.

The University of Tasmania offers a wide choice of generalist and specialist degrees at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Options of double degrees, degrees by coursework or research, internships, studying abroad and exchange, and a breadth of subjects, give students the flexibility to customise their study experience to their individual needs.

To help students who have not met the English or academic entry requirements, the university also offers English and foundation studies programs, which help students to gain the necessary skills to progress onto their desired course.

The university houses a number of research centres and schools including four global-leading institutes that teach niche programmes and conduct cutting-edge research:

• Australian Maritime College (AMC)
• Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies (IMAS)
• Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA)
• Menzies Institute for Medical Research