University of Tasmania

Courses offered at the university, by faculty

What makes your university standing out?

Perfect destination

When it comes to preparing for your future career, there is no place quite like Tasmania. Here, you will not just get hands-on learning and a great lifestyle, you will also immerse yourself in one of the world’s most spectacular natural environments.

Framed by vibrant cities, beaches, snowfields and wilderness, Tasmania is a place where you can hear yourself think, and learn beyond the classroom. And as a student, our whole island is yours campus.

Many of our courses let you take your studies into Tasmania’s great outdoors – on field trips, through work placements, and through our sustainability program. These real-world experiences make you more employable, while also giving you the chance to engage with our welcoming community. Plus, you will have a distinctive and unforgettable Australian experience.

Scholarship information for international students

Generous scholarships

We offer a great range of scholarships for international students. These can reward you for academic merit, provide English language support, and give you tuition fee discounts

Dean’s Merit scholarships

Merit scholarships reward outstanding academic performance for students studying Business, Economics, Science, Law and Medicine. These prestigious scholarships can provide you with up to 50% reduction in tuition fees for the duration of your degree

Tasmanian International Scholarships (TIS)

This scholarship recognises high performing international students across a wide range of degrees. This scholarship can provide you with a 25% reduction in tuition fees for the duration of your degree

ASEAN scholarships

If you are an international student from an ASEAN country, you can receive a 15% reduction in your tuition for the duration of your degree. This includes nationals of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam

South Asia scholarships

If your are an international student from a South Asian country, you can receive a 15% reduction in your tuition for the duration of your degree. This includes citizens of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bhutan

UK and Canadian medicine scholarships

We have a limited number of scholarships available for students from the UK and Canada to study our Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of surgery (MBBS) degree. These scholarships can provide you with a 15% reduction in your tuition for the duration of your degree

Commencing offshore student scholarships

We are looking forward to welcoming international students back to our campuses in 2022, as travel to Australia becomes more and more possible. If you are wanting to come to Australia to commence your study with us, this scholarship can provide you with a 20% reduction in your tuition fees while you are studying online

Commencing onshore student scholarships

If you are an international student already in Australia, we have a set of packages to help kick start your study with us. Whether you are looking to jump start your career, get some help in relocating to Tasmania, or want to experience our vibrant on-campus living experience, our packages are tailored to your needs

English language package 

If you need to improve your English before diving into one of our degrees, you can receive up to 20 weeks of free English Language Course (ELC) programs to get you going. To learn more about scholarships, visit utas.edu.au/international-scholarships 

About your university

We’ve gained international recognition for our teaching and research excellence. No matter what you want to study, you’ll learn alongside the very best as you hone your skills for a successful career. Plus, our committed staff will give you the close attention and support to succeed

Ranking for particular subjects/ employability/ etc.

Top 1% in Nursing

Top 1% in Agricultural Sciences 

8th in Oceanography 

48th in Geology 

27th in Marine and Ocean Engineering 

9th for Climate action