University Of Tasmania (Utas)

When it comes to preparing for a future career, there is no place quite like Tasmania. As well as enjoying a great lifestyle and hands-on, industry-focused learning, students will also get to immerse themselves in one of the world's most spectacular natural environments.

With vibrant cities, beaches, snowfields and spectacular National Parks, Tasmania is a place where students can hear themselves think and learn beyond the classroom. The whole island serves as the students' campus.

Campus facilities include a wealth of specialised learning spaces with a focus on practical and authentic learning. The Australian Maritime College boasts cutting-edge shipping simulators and naval design labs. Nursing students learn in realistic, high-tech simulated hospital wards. And the HIT Lab lets students explore the latest human-computer interface technology.

Through field trips, work placements, and a sustainability program, many of the university's courses also let students take their studies out into Tasmania's great outdoors, and into industry-specific settings.

These real-world experiences make students more employable and job-ready, while also giving them the chance to engage with a welcoming community. Plus, students will have a distinctive and unforgettable Australian experience.

Students can choose from an excellent selection of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. All are highly rated, and the university is particularly acclaimed for the excellence of its agricultural science, nursing, oceanography, and law programs.

International students are warmly welcomed, with each campus providing a vibrant and diverse culture. Tasmania is an island of creative and curious minds and, no matter where students come from, they'll become part of a welcoming, collaborative community.

There are many dedicated academic and financial support services available to help students relocate and learn at the University of Tasmania, including specific international scholarships.

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.

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

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.

Across the University of Tasmania's campuses, students will benefit from contemporary facilities with every resource needed to help them succeed. From modern learning spaces for lectures and workshops, to dedicated labs and extensive library resources, students will be given every advantage on their study journey.

The Hobart campus includes the new Hedberg building, a specialised learning space for music, media and performing arts students. Students at Sydney's Rozelle campus will benefit from close links with the local medical sector, as they complete their nursing studies.

The university also offers a range of on-campus accommodation options, including communal living colleges and self-contained apartments. Most are within a short walk of key campus facilities, and some are slightly further away for those who prefer a more tranquil location away from the city.

All apartments and colleges are clean, comfortable and safe, with the university's security team available if students require any assistance.

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 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.