University of Tasmania

University of Tasmania/CRICOS Code 00586B

Overview

Founded in 1890, the University of Tasmania is located in Hobart, in the island state of Tasmania. The University has a special focus on assisting students explore and develop their interests, while pursuing a high-quality tertiary education of recognised internationally.

The University’s staff are actively engaged in research, engaging with overseas universities and research endeavours. The student-staff ration offers that personalised touch to the learning experience that makes study a positive pleasure rather than a stressful grind.

Students will benefit from the traditions of Australia’s fourth-oldest university that values positive personal experience as part of the teaching and learning process.

Location

The University is headquartered in Hobart, with campuses on the Cradle Coast and in Launceston. The cityscapes are nestled into some of the most beautiful natural environments in the world, with world heritage wilderness, riverscapes and coastal regions near at hand.

Tasmania is Australia’s island state, south across the Bass Strait from the mainland state of Victoria, only a plane or ferry away. A short trip by plane or boat, world away in its unique qualities of a small island with large connections to the global scene.

Campuses

Hobart campus is located on 100 hectares at Sandy Bay, close to the River Derwent and five minutes by bus from the CBD. With a mountainous backdrop, the campus boasts state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities and up-to-date computer labs. The campus oversees the Conservatorium of Music and the School of Art. The Health Sciences clinical facilities are adjacent
Hobart hospital.

Launceston campus is sited on 50 hectares five minutes bus ride from the CBD, on the Tamar River. Facilities include newly built teaching and learning facilities, computing labs, sport and recreation facilities and the campus oversees the School of Visual and Performing Arts and the School of Architecture and Design.

Cradle Coast campus is in the north west of the island, based in Burnie. Facilities are new and purpose built. The campus specialises in Resources Management, but its course aren’t yet available to international students due to its small size and resource base.

The Australian Maritime College is located in Launceston and specialises in maritime education, training and development. Facilities include Australia’s best maritime training resources and equipment.

Courses

The University offers courses in the following:

Arts
Business
Education
Health Science
Law
Science, Engineering and Technology

English Courses

The University provides English language tuition through its English Language Centre located at the Hobart and Launceston Campuses. Courses offered include: General English, Cambridge English Exam Preparation, IELTS Full-time Test Preparation and Direct Entry Academic Programme.

Entry Requirements

English language requirements:- undergraduate admission generally requires an overall IELTS of at least 6.0 with no band less than 5.5; postgraduate admission generally requires an overall IELTS of at least 6.0 with no band less than 6.0 for coursework and 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0 for
research.

Academic requirements:- undergraduate admission generally requires successful completion of the equivalent of Year 12 High School (eg. International Baccalaureate) and meeting specific course requirements; postgraduate coursework admission generally requires successful completion of the
equivalent of a Bachelor degree, or at least six years of suitable and relevant work experience. There may also be specific course requirements

AA Education Network is happy and able to provide you with the information and advice needed to determine your suitability for admission to the University of Tasmania

Enrolment dates

It is advisable for international students to apply at least two months prior to the semester within which they wish to commence study. Note that there are also Summer, Winter and Spring Schools. AA Education Network can advise on these schools.

Semester 1 commences in February
Semester 2 commences in July

Student activities

The Student Union and the Student Association organise on-campus recreation and social activities for students, while many students organise their own informal social, cultural and recreational activities by taking advantage of the opportunities offered by proximity to their respective cities, and their locations among some of the most beautiful natural environments on earth.

Studying at the University of Tasmania offer Students:

Traditional values of quality education with a modern global focus that is relevant, practical and internationally recognised

A positive and beneficial student-staff ration that creates the conditions for an enjoyable personalised education experience

Flexibility and diversity in choice of study pathways allowing a strong focus on the interest of the individual while enhancing professional development overall.

Minimum essential fees and a range of scholarships that make tertiary study more affordable

The chance to live and study and explore in some of Australia’s most pleasant and relaxed cities amid some of the most beautiful natural environments in the world

Application

AA Education Network is ready and able to help you make your study and travel dreams a reality. Contact us today for up-to-date advice and information and assistance in planning your studies at the University of Tasmania.