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University of Tasmania: Overview, Rankings, Fees & Courses

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About University of Tasmania

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Year of establishment
1890
Also known as
UTAS
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Total foreign students
7000
Campus size
247 acres
No. of campus
1
Endowment value
AUD 561 million
Accepted exams
UG/PG course ratio
1.08
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Q:   What is the acceptance rate of the University of Tasmania?

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The University of Tasmania acceptance rate is 75% according to various unofficial sources. The acceptance rate justifies that the university is less selective when it comes to admissions. So, to take admission to this university, make sure to meet the entry requirements and apply as per the deadline. The basic requirement at the University of Tasmania is completion of 12th Year education for admission to bachelor’s degree. On the other hand, for admission to postgraduate coursework courses, the applicants are required to have a bachelor’s degree.

Q:   What are the University of Tasmania popular courses?

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According to the US News Subject Rankings, the top courses in the University of Tasmania are:

  • Plant and Animal Science (#29)
  • Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences (#44)
  • Geosciences (#73)
  • Environment/Ecollogy (#87)
  • Agricultural Sciences (#225)

Q:   Is the University of Tasmania a public university?

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The University of Tasmania is one of the top public universities in Australia with the rank #273 in Best Global Universities according to the US News and World Report Rankings 2023. The Australian goverment owns the University of Tasmania.

Q:   What IELTS score is required for the University of Tasmania?

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International applicants seeking admission to the University of Tasmania must have English language proficiency scores. The accepted test scores at the University of Tasmania are IELTS / TOEFL / PTE Academic. Minimum scores required in these English language tests are given below:

Tests

Undergraduate Courses

Postgraduate Coursework Courses

IELTS

6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5)

6.0 (with no individual band less than 6.0)

TOEFL (iBT)

72 overall, no skill below:

  • Reading: 10
  • Listening: 9
  • Speaking: 16
  • Writing: 19

Overall 72, with no skill below:

  • Reading: 16
  • Listening: 16
  • Speaking: 18
  • ·Writing: 22

PTE Academic

50 with no score lower than 42

50 with no score lower than 50

 

Q:   How to apply to the University of Tasmania for international students?

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The applicants can apply to the University of Tasmania either directly or through an agent. If the applicants wish to apply via agents, then they can find one of the university’s authorized agents in their respective regions. Note that there is no University of Tasmania application fee. The University of Tasmania application process is given below:

Step 1: First of all, choose a course in which admission has to be taken

Step 2: Then, check the entry requirements

Step 3: Next, prepare the documents required for the application

Step 4: Then, know about the finances such as fees and scholarship details

Step 5: Submit the application

Step 6: Next, apply for a scholarship

Also Read: How to Apply for UG & PG courses in Australia?

University of Tasmania Scholarships

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Q:   Does the University of Tasmania offer scholarships to international students?

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Yes, the University of Tasmania offers a generous amount of scholarships to their international and these scholarships are bifurcated into: Scholarships that you will be automatically assessed for and Scholarships that you can apply for.

Listed below are;

1) The scholarships that you will be automatically assessed for at UTAS:

  • Tasmanian International Scholarship
  • Dean of Business and Economics MBA Merit Scholarship
  • 10% Tuition Fee Discounts
  • Singapore Maritime Academy Scholarship
  • English Language Package

2) The scholarships that you can apply for at UTAS:

  • Scholarships and fees for research degrees
  • Learning abroad - Inbound Programs
  • External Scholarships

Q:   What is the Tasmanian International Scholarship?

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Tasmanian International Scholarship is the academic merit scholarship for eligible commencing international students. As per this scholarship, there will be a 25% reduction in registered tuition fees for the duration of the course. All international students who submit an International study application to study in an undergraduate degree (with exception to Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Dementia Care and AMC Seafaring courses) will be automatically assessed. Also, this scholarship is also available to postgraduate coursework students.

 

Q:   Does the University of Tasmania offer scholarships to international students?

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All international students who are going to submit an international student application to the University of Tasmania undergraduate degree & postgraduate coursework, they will be automatically assessed for Tasmanian International Scholarship (TIS). This scholarship will provide a 25% reduction in registered tuition fees for the duration of students’ course. Also, note that there is no need to apply separately for this scholarship.

Also Read: Top Australian Scholarships for International Students 

University of Tasmania Admissions 2025

  • Application fees :No Fees
  • Type of deadline :Regular
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Type of documentsApplicable for
SOPNeeded for few courses
LORNeeded for few courses
EssaysNot required
CVNeeded for few courses
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Fall10ᵗʰ Apr 2023
Spring20ᵗʰ Nov 2023
Summer26ᵗʰ Nov 2023
Winter22ⁿᵈ Apr 2024
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Q:   What are the University of Tasmania application deadlines 2024?

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At the University of Tasmania, the round two applications at UTAS are now open and will close on September 1, 2023 for majority courses. First round applications for Semester 1, 2024 close at September 30, 2023 for programs like Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Paramedicine, Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine, Master of Psychology and Master of Professional Psychology.

Q:   Does the University of Tasmania charge any application fee?

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The University of Tasmania does not charge any application fee for the majority of both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. However, there are a few exceptions. UTAS charges a non-refundable amount of AUD 110 for applying to the MBBS degree.

Q:   How can I apply to the University of Tasmania?

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All international applicants who are aiming to study at the University of Tasmania can apply for the same, directly to UTAS through the university's online application system – StudyLink. Students must fulfill all the document and visa requirements while applying to the university. Additionally, all applicants must meet the English language and GPA requirements in order to secure admission in the University of Tasmania.

Q:   How can I get admission to the University of Tasmania?

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International students seeking admission to the University of Tasmania must fulfill the minimum academic and English language entry requirements. Given below are the University of Tasmania requirements for international students:

  • Undergraduate Courses: The applicants seeking admission to undergraduate courses should complete the qualifications equivalent to the 12th Year in Australia
  • Postgraduate Courses: For admission to most postgraduate by coursework courses, the University of Tasmania require qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor’s degree.

Entry Requirements as per Country

Undergraduate applicants from India should have the following qualifications:

Qualification

Minimum Entry Requirements

All India Senior School Certificate

Overall 65% for all subjects undertaken excluding work experience, Physical and Health Education and General Studies

Indian School Certificate

Overall 65% for all graded subjects undertaken

Also Read: What are the Requirements to Study in Australia for International Students?

Q:   What are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at University of Tasmania?

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Some of the tips for students starting their first-semester at the University of Tasmania are:

  • Students who applied for University of Tasmania must be humble and should interact with as many people as possible. Mainly beacause, the more people you talk to the better knowledge you get. 
  • Attend as many gathering and parties as much as you can. 
  • Applicants should avoid missing classess, as 70% of learning comes from students going to classes. 
  • Students can get invovlved with extracuricular activities, i.e joing university clubs, sports etc. This will also look good on a portfolio in the longer run. 

University of Tasmania Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(32 courses)
INR 17 L - 26 L
Duration1 year-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7, TOEFL: 72 - 94, PTE: 50 - 65
B.Sc.(25 courses)
INR 14 L - 21 L
Duration1 year-54 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 5.5 - 7, TOEFL: 72 & Above, PTE: 50 & Above
MBA/PGDM(20 courses)
INR 16 L - 27 L
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7, TOEFL: 54 - 88, PTE: 50 - 58
MIM(17 courses)
INR 16 L - 27 L
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7, TOEFL: 54 - 88, PTE: 50 - 58
B.E. / B.Tech(10 courses)
INR 19 L - 20 L
Duration3-7 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 54 - 72, PTE: 50 & Above
B.A.(24 courses)
INR 18 L - 19 L
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 72 & Above, PTE: 50 & Above
PG Diploma(19 courses)
INR 12 L - 22 L
Duration6 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7, TOEFL: 100 & Above
BBA(8 courses)
INR 14 L - 53 L
Duration2-7 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 54 - 72, PTE: 50 & Above
PG Certificate(11 courses)
INR 6 L - 22 L
Duration6 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7
Others PG(2 courses)
INR 17 L - 20 L
Duration2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, TOEFL
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Q:   What are University of Tasmania academic requirements for Indian students?

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For all Indian students, the academic requirements at the University of Tasmania are:

All India Senior School Certificate65% overall for all subjects undertaken excluding work experience, physical and health education and general studies
Indian School Certificate (ISC)65% overall for all graded subjects undertaken

Q:   What are the documents required for admission in the University of Tasmania?

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For all international students, the documents required for admission in the University of Tasmania are:

1) For UG aspirants:

2) For PG aspirants:

  • Academic transcripts
  • English proficiency score report
  • Resume/CV
  • Essays
  • SOP
  • Two to three LORs
  • GTE form
  • Financial documents
  • Copy of passport

Q:   How can I get into the University of Tasmania Master of Information Technology and Systems?

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The University of Tasmania admission requirements for the Master of Information Technology and Systems course are given below:

  • An Australian bachelor’s degree equivalent
  • English language proficiency score: IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0)
  • Application materials like academic transcripts, copy of passport, English language proficiency score report, etc.

Q:   What are the documents required to apply to UTAS?

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To apply to UTAS, international students can either apply directly via the university portal or through an authorized Tasmania University agent. International students thinking of applying to Tasmania University must have the below-given documents:

  • Evidence of English language proficiency
  • Evidence of academic qualifications such as academic transcripts
  • Other documents as required for a particular program

Q:   How much does it cost to study in the University of Tasmania?

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The University of Tasmania fees (first-year) for the popular courses are given below:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

BSc (25 courses)

INR 13 L - 20 L

BA (24 courses)

INR 17 L - 18 L

BBA (8 courses)

INR 13 L - 51 L

MIM (17 courses)

INR 16 L - 26 L

MA (7 courses)

INR 18 L - 23 L

BE / BTech (10 courses)

INR 18 L - 20 L

PG Diploma ( 19 courses)

INR 12 L - 21 L

B.Arch (1 course)

INR 16 L

LLB (2 courses)

INR 17 L - 18 L

LLM (1 course)

INR 18 L

Also Read: Living Cost in Australia for International Students 

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University of Tasmania Rankings 2025

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Q:   What are the University of Tasmania world rankings?

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The University of Tasmania world rankings are listed below:

#307 in World University Rankings 2024 - QS World University Rankings
#301-350 in World University Rankings 2023 - Times Higher Education (THE)
#273 in Best Global Universities 2023 - US News and World Report Rankings 

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UTAS FAQs

Q:   What after applying to the University of Tasmania?

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After applying to the University of Tasmania, further steps to take admission are given below:

  • First of all, the applicants are going to receive a response by email that their application has been received by the university. The application outcomes will be advised within 1-2 weeks from the date the university receives the application and all the supporting documents. If the application is successful, the applicants are going to receive a Letter of Offer
  • Then, accept the offer and pay the fees
  • Next, apply for a visa and accommodation
  • Once the applicants have accepted the offer to study with the university, they are going to have access to the University of Tasmania systems within 24 hours
  • Next, once the applicants have accepted their offer, they can enroll in their units. They will get access to manage this in eStudent

Q:   What are the best things for the University of Tasmania students to do on the weekends?

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Some of the things that UTAS students can do on the weekends are:

  • Go to Mt. Field for backcountry snowboarding or skiing
  • Go to Maria Island for a weekend camping adventure
  • Take a road trip to Russell falls
  • Explore Tasmania’s history at the museum, Port Arthur, New Norfolk, and Oatlands
  • Go for a night out at Salamanca

Q:   How are academics and social life at the University of Tasmania?

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Given below are the details about the academics and social life at UTAS:

  • Academics: UTAS has internationally recognised academic programs. Furthermore, the university gives access to real-industry opportunities and helps students opportunities to hone their practical skills outside the classroom
  • Social Life: At Tasmania University, there are plenty of societies and clubs that students can join. Furthermore, if students decide to live in the residential colleges, it will be great experience. Hobart is a great place to live

Q:   Why choose the University of Tasmania to study?

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UTAS is internationally recognised for its teaching and research excellence. Some of the reasons to choose the University of Tasmania are:

  • Fantastic study experiences: UTAS has a strong emphasis on practical learning, thereby, giving students great preparation for future careers
  • Excellent student support: A wide variety of scholarship opportunities are available for international students at UTAS
  • Great career prospects: UTAS has a 5-star rating for graduate starting salaries and above-rating for graduate employability (Good Universities Guide 2019).

Also Check: Why Study in Australia - Top Reasons for Indian Students 

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The University of Tasmania, also known as UTAS is a top public university located in Tasmania, Australia and is home to more than 4000 students from 140+ countries. Various academic fields are available for international students at bachelor's and master's levels. The courses at UTAS span over the s

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The University of Tasmania fees for a Bachelor in Nursing course is AUD 115,707 (Around INR 64 lakh) for international students. This is the tuition fees for 2024. To reduce the tuition fee amount, international students can avail the scholarships provided by UTAS. These include Tasmanian Internati

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Note that the seats in the UTAS Bachelor in Nursing course is limited. Hence, to be considered and increase the chances of securing an offer, it is advised to submit the application as soon as possible. To fulfill the general entry requirement, the applicants are required to complete all the qualifi

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The basic requirement at the University of Tasmania is completion of 12th Year education for admission to bachelor's degree. On the other hand, for admission to postgraduate coursework courses, the applicants are required to have a bachelor's degree.

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University CityHobart, Tasmania, Australia
Size of cityMedium
Population of City2,22,000

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Churchhill Avenue, Sandy Bay, Hobart TAS 7005, Australia

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Churchhill Avenue, Sandy Bay, Hobart TAS 7005, Australia
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