University of Technology, Sydney

The University of Technology, Sydney (UTS) is a dynamic and progressive university with a global perspective that is linked to the life of the city and the knowledge requirements of industry and the professions.

UTS has strong industry links and places a strong emphasis on workplace experience. Many of our courses include the opportunity to gain this experience working in industry and through a distinctive focus on practice oriented teaching, learning and research.

Our course content is regularly reviewed by industry advisory committees and we extensively use industry practitioners for teaching to ensure that what is taught is up-to-date and relevant to future careers.

We understand the reality of balancing work, family commitments and study. A large number of our courses are offered with flexible timetabling options. UTS offers comprehensive professional services to support every aspect of your student life, including sport, housing, health, special needs, careers, financial assistance, learning skills, counselling and IT support.

Another of our key strengths is the social and cultural diversity of our students and staff, as well as our strong international profile. This diversity has created a vibrant and rich learning environment that prepares graduates for the borderless workplace of today. Our main campus is Sydney’s only truly city-based university, making it easy to access by public transport and close to Chinatown, Darling Harbour and the CBD. A secondary campus is the Kuring-gai campus in Lindfield on Sydney's north shore.

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Open Days, exhibitions and interview sessions

In Australia
UTS Info Day (Broadway campus, next to Central Station) is on Saturday 20 August 2008 from 9am until 4pm for information on all courses.

UTS Kuring-gai Info Evening (Kuring-gai campus at Lindfield) is on Wednesday 10 September 2008 from 3pm until 7pm for information on Business, Nursing, Education, Sport, Leisure and Tourism courses.

UTS Advisory Day (Broadway campus) is on Thursday 6 January 2009 from 9am until 4pm for information on all courses.

Overseas
UTS participates in a range of exhibitions and interview sessions overseas. For more information on when staff from UTS will be visiting your city, visit http://datasearch.uts.edu.au/international/prospective/about/events/index.cfm.

For details of UTS's overseas agents/representatives visit http://datasearch.uts.edu.au/international/prospective/about/events/index.cfm.

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Important dates for 2009

The academic year at UTS is divided into two main sessions:
• Autumn semester (between February and June)
• Spring semester (between July and November).

Some subjects are also available over the Summer session (between December and February). It is possible to start most courses in Autumn or Spring semester. Refer to the course search or check our International Undergraduate prospectus at www.uts.edu.au/international/prospective to see when you can commence each course.

Autumn semester (March)
Airport Reception Program: January – March 2009
International Students' Orientation Week: 9–13 February 2009
Semester start: 23 February 2009
Formal examinations period: 6–26 June 2009

Spring semester (August)
Airport Reception Program: June – August 2009
International Students' Orientation Week: 20–24 July 2009
Semester start: 27 July 2009
Formal examinations period: 7–27 November 2009

Summer session (December)
Semester start: 30 November 2009
Formal examinations period: to be advised

Academic calendar
For important dates concerning teaching periods, study breaks and vacation periods check the main University Calendar at www.handbook.uts.edu.au/dates.

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Admission requirements

Read Admission and selection for general information.

Admission requirements are the minimum qualifications you need before you can be selected for admission to a course of study. To be considered for entry to UTS undergraduate courses, you must have an Australian Year 12 qualification with a minimum UAI or equivalent of 66.00.

As an international student attempting one of the following qualifications, you will apply for admission through UAC International and will generally be selected on the basis of your performance in these studies (that is, your UAI or equivalent):
• an Australian Year 12 qualification (either offshore or in Australia)
• an International Baccalaureate in Australia
• a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement Level 3.

When assessing your application UTS may take any or all of your qualifications or attempts at study into account.

Limited UAI
The University accepts the NSW Limited UAI for admission purposes - read UAI.

Additional selection criteria
In addition to achieving the standard of performance required for admission, for UTS Engineering courses you have the option of submitting an online questionnaire. The questionnaire may be taken into account in conjunction with your UAI or equivalent. You can submit the online Engineering questionnaire at https://support.eng.uts.edu.au/entry/.

Offers made to applicants who have a UAI (or equivalent) below the published cut-off

UTS has an alternative pathway for admission, which may allow applicants to receive an offer to a course even though they have a UAI or equivalent below the published cut-off - the UTS HSC Bonus Scheme.

UTS HSC Bonus Scheme
For a select number of courses, UTS will award bonus points to applicants undertaking the 2008 HSC based upon performance in subjects relevant to your course preferences. For further details about the HSC Bonus Scheme, including the selected HSC subjects and maximum number of bonus points awarded, visit www.uts.edu.au/study/undergrad.html.

International applicants applying for admission on the basis of qualifications other than those listed above must apply directly to the University, not through UAC International. For details visit www.uts.edu.au/international/.

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Students under 18 years of age

Before you are granted a student visa, or can commence study at UTS, the Australian Government must be satisfied that you have appropriate accommodation, support and general welfare arrangements in place for the period that you will be under 18 years of age while in Australia.

UTS does not accept responsibility for welfare arrangements for international students who are under 18 years of age.

For more information on what arrangements need to be in place, visit www.immi.gov.au/students/students/573-1/eligibility-student-18.htm.

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Areas of study

UTS offers a wide range of undergraduate courses in the following disciplinary areas:
• Arts and Social Sciences
  - Communications
  - Education
  - International Studies
• Business
• Design, Architecture and Building
• Engineering and Information Technology
• Law
• Nursing, Midwifery and Health
• Science.

For course descriptions, visit the course search. For information on course structure, visit www.handbook.uts.edu.au.

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Tuition fees

For information about tuition fees visit the course search on this website.

UTS charges tuition fees on a semester basis. The amount depends on the course that you study. Your first semester tuition fee must be paid before an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) can be issued.

Fee policy
For information about UTS fee policy, visit www.uts.edu.au/international/prospective/studying/fees/policy.html.

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Living expenses

Read Money matters for general information.

The cost of living varies and depends on your choice of lifestyle. Sydney based students require a minimum of approximately A$16 000 to $21 000 per year for living expenses including accommodation, food and transport. In addition, an initial establishment cost of A$1 500 is usually needed to cover rental bonds for accommodation, furniture, electricity and telephone expenses. Other expenses may include textbooks, study aids and insurance.

For more detailed information on expenses visit www.uts.edu.au/about/sydney/cost.html.

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Scholarships

Read Money matters for general information.

UTS offers a number of scholarships for international students undertaking undergraduate study. For more details visit www.uts.edu.au/international/prospective/studying/scholar/index.html.

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Sponsored students

Read Money matters for general information.

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Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

Read Government requirements for general information.

Medibank Private is UTS's preferred OSHC provider for all newly commencing international students. Commencing students using another OSHC provider must make payment arrangements with the provider directly as UTS only accepts payment for Medibank Private.

For more information visit www.medibank.com.au.

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Health services on campus

A general medical and professional counselling service is available at the UTS City campus. For information about these services, visit www.ssu.uts.edu.au/health.

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Preparing for student life

The city of Sydney, which will be your home for the duration of your studies, is a vibrant city brimming with potentially wonderful experiences. You will be joining over 5 200 international students at UTS. The contribution made by international students to the University community is highly valued.

For further information on preparing for study at UTS visit www.uts.edu.au/international/new/index.html.

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Acceptance, orientation, enrolment and deferment

Acceptance

You will receive information on how to accept your offer with your offer letter.

Orientation

Start the semester by being well informed through participation in the comprehensive International Student Orientation Program (ISOP). This program has been designed to both introduce you to the University and to provide social events where you can connect with both local and overseas students.

Orientation week for Autumn semester will be held on 9–13 February 2009. For more information visit www.orientation.uts.edu.au.

Enrolment

New students must log on to www.newstudent.uts.edu.au for information on how to enrol.

Deferment

It may be possible to defer your enrolment at UTS for up to 12 months. If you receive an offer of admission, information about how to apply for deferment will be included in your offer pack.

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Student support

UTS has many support services to assist you in your student experience at UTS including:
• international student advisers
• International Student Orientation Program
• accommodation service
• careers service
• IT support and purchasing service
• English language assistance.

For more information, including other student support services visit www.uts.edu.au/international/new/support.html.

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Accommodation

The Housing Service can help you find somewhere to live in Sydney. They have a range of rental accommodation available including rooms in houses and flats, entire houses or flats or full board (meals provided). As places are limited in UTS Student Accommodation, the UTS Listing Service can put you in touch with people offering accommodation.

Visit the Housing Service website for more information. The Housing Service also manages UTS Student Accommodation - three buildings that are within easy walking distance of the City campus. The student accommodation comprises furnished rooms in self-catered shared flats and bedsitter units. Applicants should complete the online application form (www.housing.uts.edu.au) as soon as possible as places in University housing are limited and there is very high demand.

The Housing Service has an open door policy. Students can drop in to see housing staff between the hours of 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday at Level 3, Tower Building (near the Concourse Café), call +61 2 9514 1199 or +61 2 9514 1529 or visit www.housing.uts.edu.au.

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Campus services and facilities

For more information about services and resources for UTS students visit the Student Help section of the UTS website at www.studenthelp.uts.edu.au.

Careers service

For assistance with employment issues, career development and access to careers resources, call +61 2 9514 1471 or visit www.ssu.uts.edu.au/careers.

Chaplaincy

Visiting chaplains representing various faiths are available, call +61 2 9514 2523 or visit www.ssu.uts.edu.au/chaplaincy.

Counselling and health services

Professional counsellors are available for confidential student appointments at both Kuring-gai and City campuses, visit www.ssu.uts.edu.au/counselling.

For information on health services visit www.ssu.uts.edu.au/health.

Library services

For information visit www.lib.uts.edu.au.

Learning assistance

• Mathematics Study Centre, Chemistry Learning Resource Centre and Physics Learning Centre - call +61 2 9514 1756
• English Language and Study Skills Assistance (ELSSA) - call +61 2 9514 2327, email elssa.centre@uts.edu.au or visit www.uts.edu.au/div/elssa/
• Engineering Learning Design Centre - call +61 2 9514 2461
• Transition to university programs - Orientation - contact the Student Services Unit on +61 2 9514 1177

Publications

For information about policy, staff, rules, by-laws and regulations, consult the University Calendar. Faculty handbooks and the calendar can be accessed on the UTS website at www.uts.edu.au.

Student organisations

The Students' Association is organised by elected representatives of UTS students. For more information call +61 2 9514 1155.

Students with disabilities

Prospective students who have disabilities or ongoing illnesses are encouraged to contact the Special Needs staff in the Student Services Unit early in the application process. Information given to Special Needs staff will not be disclosed without the applicant's permission. Special Needs staff advise on the University's policies and procedures for ensuring inclusion of students with disabilities. Referrals can be provided to faculty staff to discuss course assessment and industrial/clinical placement requirements.

For further information call +61 2 9514 1177, email special.needs@uts.edu.au or visit www.ssu.uts.edu.au/sneeds.

UTS Union

For details of facilities, services, clubs and societies call +61 2 9514 1444 or visit www.utsunion.uts.edu.au.

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FAQs and further information

For more information about studying at UTS as an international student visit www.uts.edu.au/international/.

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