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International programs & student supports

University of Technology Sydney

Location: New South Wales, Australia
Website: https://www.uts.edu.au/ (see info for exchange students)
Language of instruction: English
Terms: Fall semester (Late July - November, aka 'Term 2') // Spring semester (February - July, aka 'Term 1')

Highlights

  • A 'city' university, located in Sydney’s technology precinct, minutes away from the central business district and some of Australia’s most innovative companies and startups
  • Transportation hub: campus connected via buses, trains and light rail. Walking distance to Darling Harbour, shopping, cafes, restaurants, sport, culture and nightlife.
  • Top-notch facilities: study in award-winning labs and collaborative classrooms and work with the tools and technologies that are shaping your industry
  • #1 in Australia for International Outlook -- Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022
  • UTS welcomes over 1,000 study abroad and exchange students each year
  • Study Abroad and Exchange Blog

Accessibility

  • The Accessibility Service is the University’s central contact point for all students living with one or more disabilities, medical or mental health conditions.
  • Accessbility Consultants can assist with various support services including:
    • Confidential student appointments
    • Making recommendations for learning and assessment adjustments
    • Applying for exam provisions 
  • To receive support from the Accessibility Service, students will need to register. Find out more about eligibility and how to register.

Areas of study

  • Arts & Social Sciences
  • Business
  • Health
  • Engineeering & IT
  • Sciences
  • Law 

Course catalogue

  • Exchange students can check out UTS' pre-approved subject list, which can be automatically added to your study plan and in which you can enroll yourself once you've activated your student account.  
  • Students can choose other subjects to study, which are not on the list, by using UTS' subject guides, and the UTS handbook. 
  • For futher information, please check out detailed subjects and academic information here

Housing

  •  On-campus housing: Available
    • UTS has a student residence called Yura Mudang, located on-campus, which is owned by the university and managed by the UTS Housing Service. UTS Housing offers a limited (150) number of beds exclusively for exchange and study abroad students. Apply early as applications are assessed on a first-come first-served basis.
  • Off-campus housing: Available

Immigration, Medical Insurance, and Fees

 Visa:

  • Once a student has accepted their full offer, UTS will issue a Confirmation of Enrolment
    (COE) which the student must use to obtain their Student visa (subclass 500) through the
    Department of Home Affairs.
  • Note: CoE documentation must be checked thoroughly by the student before applying for a
    visa. UTS is not liable for any additional visa changes or extensions costs.
  • When applying for the Student visa Subclass 500, exchange students should select Non-
    Award Sector.

Medical Insurance: 

  • All student visa holders are required to purchase Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). We recommend Medibank Private, however students may see other providers here.
  • Students will be sent instructions on how to purchase OSHC when they receive an offer to study at UTS. UTS does not purchase OSHC on behalf of students.
  • Exchange students are responsible for ensuring their OSHC policy covers the full duration of their student visa.

How to apply

Learn how to apply or sign up to receive emails about studying on exchange at a partner university. We will send you information about events, application deadlines, funding opportunities, and more!