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Contents Welcome 02 03 04 Why UTS? Study in the heart of Sydney Sydney’s city university Connect with us UTSInternationalstudents UTSstudyabroad #UTSstudyabroad I’m pleased to introduce you to UTS’s Study Abroad and Exchange programs. Our 06 Campus and facilities programs offer you a unique opportunity to experience everything UTS has to UTSint #UTSint offer in one or two teaching sessions. 08 Living in UTS Housing UTS’s vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for 09 UTS rankings our global impact. We’re pleased to see that the excellence we strive towards is Acknowledgement 10 Your program options recognised worldwide. We’re ranked first in Australia and eleventh globally in the of Country world’s top 50 young universities (QS Top 50 Under 50 2020), and in the top 150 12 Study areas at UTS “UTS’s vision is universities worldwide (QS World University Rankings 2020). 24 Choosing your subjects Acknowledging country is a cultural protocol As a young university, we dare to think differently. We believe that you’ll need to to be a leading be adaptive and open-minded to succeed in our rapidly changing world – and 25 Credit, classes and assessment that is a respectful public acknowledgment of the traditional custodians of the land. we’ll prepare you for that. Our dynamic campus of the future, with its tech- public university driven, collaborative spaces, will inspire you to learn, while our teaching style places you at the centre of learning. 26 28 Services and support Beyond the classroom UTS acknowledges the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation and the Boorooberongal People of of technology Our location in the heart of Sydney is also why more than 1000 study abroad and 30 Feel at home the Dharug Nation upon whose ancestral lands our campuses stand. We would also like to pay exchange students come to study at UTS each year. And not just for the beaches respect to the Elders both past and present, recognised and Opera House. UTS is at the centre of Sydney’s creative and digital precinct, 32 Before you apply acknowledging them as the traditional so you’ll have every opportunity to develop your entrepreneurial mindset. 33 How to apply custodians of knowledge for these Lands. for our global As you read through this guide, you’ll find numerous other reasons why you 34 Study abroad and exchange partners impact.” should choose our world-class education in the heart of one of the world’s great global cities. 37 #utsstudyabroad I look forward to seeing you on campus. Iain Watt UTS Autumn session^ UTS Spring session^ Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (International) Key dates (Northern Hemisphere Spring) (Northern Hemisphere Autumn/Fall) Orientation (compulsory) February - March Late July Main teaching session March - June July - November Mid-session break (1 week study vacation) April September Exams June - July October - November Total compulsory learning weeks 16 weeks 16 weeks Within the Australian UTS is a member of the Australian Technology Technology Network Network (ATN), an influential alliance of four APPLICATION DEADLINES (ATN) agreement, distinctive and prominent Australian universities. UTS has committed ATN is committed to forging partnerships with Study abroad and exchange applications 30 November 30 April to a 30 per cent industry and government to deliver practical reduction in greenhouse gases (from results through focused research. The Network educates graduates who are ready UTS Housing priority placement* 31 October 1 June 2007 levels) by 2020/21. to enter their chosen profession, dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and eager to For more information, visit: claim a stake in building sustainable societies of the future. The Network continues to sustainability.uts.edu.au champion the principles of access and equity that have ensured its members are the * For details, see page 30. universities of first choice for more students. ^ Some Teacher Education students will operate on an alternative calendar (Calendar B). For more details, see page 12 of this guide and the UTS website. For all official UTS dates, visit the UTS website and search Principal Dates or Academic Dates. 1
International Study Abroad and Exchange Why UTS? Study in the heart of Sydney Imagine. One or two semesters of exceptional education in the Sydney is an exciting harbour city known world-over for its beautiful heart of Sydney with great weather, beautiful beaches, and endless beaches, national parks, cultural diversity and relaxed suburbs. opportunities and adventure. Sounds good, right? The mild climate and laid-back attitude make Sydney an ideal place Welcome to UTS! to enjoy the outdoors and celebrate cultural diversity. Each year we welcome more than 1000 AREAS OF STUDY study abroad and exchange students We offer study abroad and exchange from around the world, just like you. With subjects for undergraduate and around 45,900 students from 120 different postgraduate level students in the countries, UTS is an exciting place to be! following faculties: AUSTRALIA’S TOP YOUNG UNI –– Arts and Social Sciences We’re young and think differently. We take (Communication; Education; a global approach to education that has International Studies) innovation at its core. What’s more, we’re a –– Business university for the real world. All our courses –– Design, Architecture are closely aligned with industry need, so and Building what you learn will prepare you for your future career. –– Engineering and Information Technology LEARNING WITH YOU –– Health AT THE CENTRE –– Law Top 10 Your learning experience at UTS may be different to that at your own institution. –– Science and Mathematics This is because we have flipped the –– Transdisciplinary Innovation Photo: Destination NSW ‘must do’ way you learn on its head. No more one- directional lectures or teacher-knows-all, Note: UTS cannot guarantee that all subjects and study areas will be available 1 7 but an approach that puts you at the atch the ferry with the locals C xplore Sydney’s unique convict E for study abroad and exchange students. “I love the campus. things in centre of your learning experience. To ensure your study area is available, check to Manly for priceless views of heritage in The Rocks, and walk round the UTS Study Abroad and Exchange Sydney Harbour. to Barangaroo Reserve, with its harbour We do this through collaborative projects, real-life case studies, and the integration Subject Guides for more information: It’s bigger than the lookouts and striking foreshore. Sydney 2 uts.edu.au/study-abroad-subjects isit the iconic Sydney Opera House; V of technology into everyday teaching. one at home, so I just UTS’s model of learning is award-winning. love being able to go see a performance if you can. 8 njoy the restaurants and incredible E weekly fireworks displays at the Darling We hope that it will excite you and leave you equipped for a life full of ongoing learning and development. to different buildings 3 alk the Coogee to Bondi Beach W coastal track and cool off with a swim along the way (between the Harbour entertainment precinct. Better still, stay for New Year’s Eve fireworks if you can! flags, of course!). and learn in different spaces. I also like 4 ake in the view from Taronga Park T Zoo as you visit some of Australia’s 9 o sport-mad like an Aussie! G Catch a game of cricket, tennis, rugby league, Australian rules footy unique native animals. (AFL) or even soccer, at one of our how the staff are many sports grounds – pick a team very friendly, they’re 5 alk across the Sydney Harbour W Bridge and take in the breath-taking and wear their colours. approachable.” views of the city and harbour. 10 Venture to the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains west of Sydney, or BARBARA MENDOZA Home Country: Mexico 6 atch a flick at one of the open air C cinemas in summer. The cinema at Mrs Macquarie’s Point offers the the beautiful Royal National Park (South) or Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park (North) for bushwalking Studied: Economics Harbour Bridge as a backdrop. and spectacular scenery. 2 3
Sydney’s 15 Photos: Destination NSW city university minutes by train Chinatown, Central Park and Darling Harbour 10 minutes Circular Quay on foot Sydney enjoys a sunny climate with mild winters and warm summers. During summer, (December – February) average temperatures range from 19 - 26°C (65 - 78°F). During winter (June – August) average temperatures drop to between 9-17°C (48 - 63°F). There’s an average of 243 sunny days recorded every year. Information source: australia.com Bondi Beach 30 minutes by bus Blue Mountains 90 minutes by train Want to know what’s happening in Sydney? Check out: 4 whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au 5
Campus and facilities uts.edu.au/our-campus Photo: Andrew Worssam Photo: Andrew Worssam Photo: Andrew Worssam Photos: Andrew Worssam Photo: Anthony Browell Photo: Andrew Worssam Artist’s impression: Reelfeel Photo: Andrew Worssam Photos: Andrew Worssam Photo: Andrew Worssam Photo: Julia Charles 6 7
Living in UTS Housing UTS rankings YOUNG UNIVERSITY RANKINGS 2019 140 GLOBALLY World University 1st Rankings 2020 QUACQUARELLI SYMONDS (QS) in Australia 13th globally TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION 5 STAR RATED QS Stars™ 2018-2021 QUACQUARELLI SYMONDS (QS) 2018 SNAPSHOT OF UTS 45,930 33,070 10,720 1095 students enrolled at undergraduate postgraduate incoming study UTS onshore and students coursework abroad and outside Australia students exchange students Photos: UTS Housing 8 9
University of Technology Sydney International Study Abroad and Exchange Your program options Photo: Kwa Nguyen We offer a variety of study abroad and exchange options ranging OPTION 3 from full-time English language courses through to coursework STUDY ABROAD 18 programs of one or two teaching sessions and up to four teaching –– Study Abroad 18 offers you the chance to study a reduced number of credit points (18 per teaching session rather than sessions for postgraduate research. the usual 24) and pay a lower tuition fee. The application steps are the same as for Study Abroad 24 (Option 2) –– the lighter study load and lower costs make Study Abroad 18 Whether you’re interested in enrolling in standard classes, an excellent way to experience more of the Australian and Sydney culture conducting research or improving your English, –– you may be eligible for a UTS scholarship, award or grant. Check the website for details: you’ll find a program to suit your needs. uts.edu.au/saex-entry-req-costs OPTION 4 OPTION 1 AUSTRALIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE STUDIES Thinking of taking a gap year between STUDENT EXCHANGE high school and university? –– open to students who do not meet the required English –– open to eligible students who are enrolled at an official UTS language level to enrol in other UTS study abroad and As a high school graduate, you may be able to join the study exchange partner institution (see page 34-36 for a list of our exchange programs* abroad program at UTS before you commence university in exchange partners) –– allows you to complete full-time studies to develop your your home country! To see if you meet the entry requirements, –– enrol in full-time studies and gain credit at UTS for one or two English language skills through the study of Australian refer to page 32 of this guide. teaching sessions with the approval of your home university Theme your study abroad experience! language, society and culture For information on fees, entry requirements and how to apply, –– you are not required to pay tuition fees to UTS, but may still –– enrol in full-time studies at UTS for one or two teaching Want to focus on social justice during your time at UTS? see pages 32-33. have to pay regular fees at your home university sessions with the approval of your home institution Or immerse yourself in innovation and entrepreneurship? UTS offers themed study abroad packages that allow you to –– discuss your study plan with your home university academic –– taught on campus by UTS faculty staff specialise in a specific topic for a teaching session. adviser and our team will be happy to assist you with the –– students who enrol in this program for two teaching sessions subject approval process may choose to take an IELTS test at the end of their first Visit our website to view all study abroad options and subject –– once your home institution has approved your exchange, they session to see if they are eligible to transfer into a different areas available at studyabroad-exchange.uts.edu.au will submit your details to UTS, and you will then be invited to study abroad or exchange option for their second session apply online OPTION 5 OPTION 2 VISITING RESEARCH STUDENTS PROGRAM STUDY ABROAD 24 –– open to all graduate level research students enrolled in For information on fees, entry requirements and how to apply, –– open to students from any recognised university, or high a master’s by research degree or PhD at any recognised see pages 32-33. school (conditions apply) university or college studyabroad-exchange.uts.edu.au –– enrol in full-time studies and gain credit at UTS for one or two –– you can apply to undertake supervised research at UTS for teaching sessions with the approval of your home university one to four teaching sessions, with the approval of your or study at UTS for your personal interest home institution –– discuss your study plan with your home university academic –– you are required to pay a flat fee to UTS to cover the cost of adviser, if required, and our team will be happy to assist you supervision and tuition with the subject approval process –– discuss your research plans with your home –– pay the UTS Study Abroad tuition fee university supervisor –– apply to UTS directly or through one of our official –– you should then make contact with an appropriate student recruitment agents, partner universities or a UTS supervisor at UTS representative in your home country * The minimum English proficiency requirement for the Australian Language –– you may be eligible for a UTS scholarship, award or grant. and Culture Program is IELTS 5.0 (all bands) or TOEFL Internet Based Test 35 Check the website for details: and above with a writing score of at least 17. Photo: Kwa Nguyen uts.edu.au/saex-entry-req-costs 10 11
University of Technology Sydney International Study Abroad and Exchange Arts and UTS Business Social Sciences School We have achieved so much. At UTS we like to get down to STUDY AREAS Self-learning robots, the 24-hour business. This not only means –– Accounting economy, the Internet of Things. offering you a world-class business –– Economics But what about our human skills at education that is recognised globally. the basic level? There’s still much It also means you will learn in award- –– Events Management room for improvement. Educators, winning facilities in the heart of –– Finance communicators, and inter-cultural Australia’s most prominent business, –– Financial Services interpreters are needed more than ever. technology and creative precinct. –– Human Resource Management Our School of Communication and That’s how we do business at UTS! “I love the cutting-edge –– International Business School of International Studies and The UTS Business School is one –– Management attitude at UTS. It is all about Education offer a diverse range of of a select number of business subjects. Besides the subjects that schools worldwide accredited by the –– Marketing innovation, collaboration you would expect in these study areas, Association to Advance Collegiate –– Marketing Communications and world-class lecturers. we also offer Social and Political Schools of Business (AACSB). It is also Sciences, Music and Sound Design, ranked in the top 100 in the world for –– Sport Business I really enjoy being –– Tourism Management Cultural and Global Studies, History, ‘Accounting & Finance’, and in the top challenged every day, and Sociology. 150 for ‘Business’ and ‘Economics’ in the QS World University Rankings by whether that’s collaborating Whatever your passion may be, Photo: Kwa Nguyen UTS will help you develop critical Subject 2019. with people from diverse thinking and practical skills with an STUDY AREAS We are ready for the future of thinking backgrounds or being international perspective. So you’ll –– Aboriginal Studies IN 2018, THE FACULTY in the business world. Are you? learn what is needed to impact our OF ARTS AND SOCIAL prompted to push yourself –– Advertising collective future. –– Applied Linguistics SCIENCES HAD: in your learning. Most tutors at UTS are incredibly clever 5174 Our vision of communication is also –– Contemporary studies of Canada IN 2018, THE UTS highly regarded in international rankings. UTS is ranked in the top 100 (Quebec), China, France, Germany, BUSINESS SCHOOL HAD: and great conversation Italy, Japan, Latin(o) Americas, partners; they help you to for ‘Communication’ in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019. –– –– Spain and Switzerland Creative Writing Digital and Social Media STUDENTS 10,910 get to the next level.” STUDENTS NATALIE SALEMINK –– Gender Studies FACT Home Country: The Netherlands –– Globalisation Studied: Business Actor Hugh –– Information Design Jackman is a –– International Studies Communications Photo: Jesse Taylor –– Journalism alumnus of UTS! –– Language and Culture - Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish. * –– Learning and Leadership “I enjoyed the knowledge –– Media Studies I got about the media –– Music and Sound Design *We offer Language and Culture subjects in six Asian and European languages from beginner industry. It helped me to –– Primary Education through to advanced levels. Students may be required to take a test for placement into the broaden my horizons and –– Public Relations correct language level. –– Screen Studies to explore the media Note: The UTS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences may accept exchange and study –– Secondary Education industry more.” abroad students for coursework subjects in –– Social and Political Sciences Education, on a case-by-case basis. Teaching placements are not available. GRETA BUTKEVICIUTE –– Teaching English as a Second Note: Teacher Education students operate on Home country: United Kingdom Language (TESOL) an alternative calendar (Calendar B) that meets Studied: Media –– Video Production their accreditation and practicum needs. 12 Find out which courses you can take: uts.edu.au/study-abroad-subjects 13
University of Technology Sydney International Study Abroad and Exchange Design, Architecture Engineering and Building Part of the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Life is all about perspective. And so Look around you. Almost everywhere STUDY AREAS is our Faculty of Design, Architecture you look, you see objects that have –– Biomedical and Building. Whether you like to been engineered. From the historic –– Civil create, animate, build or photograph, to the hi-tech, engineers have our academics will provide you with –– Civil and Environmental defined our world today and they will an international perspective and unquestionably impact our future. –– Computer Systems share what they’ve experienced –– Construction at organisations like Google and Study Engineering at UTS and become someone who can influence the –– Cyber Security Westfield. world around us. Whether biomedical, –– Data Unleash your creativity. Our state-of- environmental or mechanical the-art facilities and collaborative engineering is your field, our state- –– Electrical “On level 10 of the –– Environmental approach will help you to get the best of-the-art labs, studios and 3D data Engineering and IT Building out of you. arena are designed to help you –– Mechanical develop your future self. I got to program and interact With the right design and architecture, –– Mechatronics we’ve built a globally recognised Our practical approach to engineering –– Software with robots; that was school that ranks 23rd in the world is also highly regarded in international –– Structural amazing and a lot of fun. I’ve for ‘Art and Design’ in the QS World rankings. We rank in the top 100 for University Rankings by Subject 2019. ‘Civil Engineering’ and ‘Electrical –– Telecommunications never been exposed to any Engineering’ in the QS World University high level technologies like Rankings by Subject 2019. that before. I felt happy that I got the opportunity to do so Photo: Kwa Nguyen here at UTS.” VILIMIR YORDANOV Home Country: Bulgaria IN 2018, UTS DESIGN, Studied: Mechanical Engineering ARCHITECTURE AND IN 2018, UTS STUDY AREAS BUILDING HAD: ENGINEERING AND –– Animation* INFORMATION –– Architecture 5023 TECHNOLOGY HAD: –– –– –– Construction Project Management Fashion and Textile Design Integrated Product Design STUDENTS 10,854 STUDENTS Photo: Christopher Shain –– Interior and Spatial Design –– Landscape Architecture –– Photography and Situated Media FACT –– Property Economics The year they built the –– Visual Communications (Graphic Design) UTS Tower Building, it “Our tutors and lecturers have a lot of industry experience rained so much that because they’re in the field, working. We can get a lot of two journalists rowed a MASTER’S LEVEL COURSES boat across the lake the –– Architecture up-to-date knowledge about how the industry works. It’s not foundations created. –– Design just theoretical for them.” –– Planning –– Project Management** HERLIN –– Property Development Home Country: Indonesia Studied: Architecture –– Real Estate Investment * Restrictions may apply ** Work experience requirements apply 14 Find out which courses you can take: uts.edu.au/study-abroad-subjects 15
University of Technology Sydney International Study Abroad and Exchange Health Information Technology Part of the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Good health is no longer just a matter Google, Facebook, Amazon, Alibaba… STUDY AREAS of strong genes or fortune. Health is Name a world-renowned company –– Business Analysis a science and our knowledge of the that has been founded in the last two –– Computer Science human body continues to grow. decades and you can be sure that IT professionals made this possible. –– Cyber Security As a Health student at UTS you’ll be –– Data Mining and Data Analytics part of this development. Our globally Although IT has already made its mark in the world, IT professionals always –– Games Development relevant education is an excellent mix of practice and theory, and will prepare want to be ahead of their game. And –– Information Systems you for the health care systems of “The lecturers are really helpful with international students, so does UTS. Our ambition has made “UTS has opened a door to –– IT Management and Leadership today and tomorrow. So you can especially during the tutorials. They’re approachable; it’s us a leader in robotics and Artificial –– Multimedia and Graphics supplement my knowledge contribute to a healthier world. Intelligence education. We’ve also built more like talking to a friend. And I like the tutorial-style state-of-the-art facilities, including a –– Software Development and as a professional in Our excellent reputation is also classes because it feels more practical, even if you’re 3D data visualisation Programming engineering. I have reflected the world rankings. We’re arena and Software Development –– System Design and Analysis proud to say that we are ranked 10th discussing something theoretical. That’s helped me a lot.” Studio, which will give you the drive developed a deep set –– Web and Cloud Computing in the world and 1st in Australia for you need to stay ahead. of skills in different IT ‘Nursing’ and 24th in the world for ULF VESTERBERG ‘Sports-related Subjects’ in the Home Country: Sweden Our mark is also reflected in the management fields while QS World University Rankings by QS World University Rankings by Studied: Sport and Exercise Science Subject 2019, as we are ranked in the improving my ability to Subject 2019. top 100 for ‘Computer Science’. communicate with and relate to others.” IN 2018, UTS HEALTH HAD: FACT DIANA MARCELA ARIZA ORDUZ Home Country: Colombia STUDY AREAS 4302 The exterior of the Faculty of Engineering and IT Studied: Information Technology –– Health Policy STUDENTS Building has ‘University –– Health Science Photo: Anna Zhu of Technology Sydney –– Health Services Management Faculty of Engineering and –– Nursing* Information Technology’ –– Pharmaceutical Science** written in binary code on its –– Pharmacy** titanium cladding. Photo: Kwa Nguyen –– Primary Health Care –– Public Health IN 2018, UTS –– Sport and Exercise Management ENGINEERING AND –– Sport and Exercise Science INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HAD: 10,854 * The UTS Faculty of Health may accept exchange and study abroad students for coursework subjects in Nursing, on a case-by-case basis, but clinical placements are not available. Check with your home institution to see whether there STUDENTS is an arrangement in place. ** The UTS Graduate School of Health may accept exchange and study abroad students for coursework subjects in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science on a case-by-case basis. Check with your home institution to see whether there is an arrangement in place. 16 Find out which courses you can take: uts.edu.au/study-abroad-subjects 17
University of Technology Sydney International Study Abroad and Exchange Law Science and Mathematics STUDY AREAS –– Advanced Materials and Our world is growing in complexity STUDY AREAS Imagine working in a Super Lab. Data Science each day. Borders are fading; the –– Banking and Financial Regulation You’re surrounded by more than 200 –– Analytics internet violates intellectual property, –– Corporate, Commercial and Tax Law students who are running all kinds –– Applied Chemistry and bank transactions use puzzling of different experiments at the same mechanisms. Knowledge of our laws is –– Criminal Justice and Criminology time. It’s every scientist’s dream, –– Applied Physics needed more than ever. –– Dispute Resolution right? –– Biomedical Physics At UTS you’ll learn about the law from –– Family Law, Health Law and Policy At UTS our science facilities aren’t –– Biomedical Science those in the know. Our internationally –– Intellectual Property, Media and limited to having a Super Lab - the –– Biotechnology recognised academics will teach you Communications first of its kind in Australia. Forensic “The facilities at UTS are –– Environmental Biology the reality of legal practice, while our –– International Law, Human Rights science students can study in a awesome, especially –– Environmental Biotechnology mentoring programs, designed to unique Crime Scene Simulation Lab, support the needs of international law and the Environment while our researchers use the world’s the new buildings and –– Environmental Sciences –– Law and Regulation students, will help you connect to your first super microscope to study the laboratories. I had a –– Forensic Biology peers and improve your study skills. –– Public and Private Law cell biology of living microorganisms at super-resolution. subject in Crime Scene –– Forensic Science We know that reputation is very important in law, so we’re proud to But state-of-the-art facilities are just Investigation and used the –– Infection and Immunity –– Marine Biology be ranked top 100 in the world in the the beginning. Our internationally Crime Scene Simulation Lab QS World University Rankings by recognised academics will help you –– Mathematics Subject 2019. make the most of these. at UTS. After we discussed –– Mathematics and Computing the theory with our lecturer, –– Medical Science there was a laboratory –– Medicinal Chemistry IN 2018, simulation where we learnt –– Nanotechnology UTS LAW HAD: how to solve problems.” –– Pre-Medicine 2849 –– Quantitative Finance RAKA SWASTIKA –– Statistics Home Country: Indonesia STUDENTS Studied: Forensic Science UTS’s School of Life Sciences also offers pre and post-session study abroad options, including extensive Photo: Anna Zhu “In tutorials we are led through field trip opportunities across Australia’s diverse ecology and landscapes. working groups that teach For more information, visit you collaborative skills. It’s studyabroad-exchange.uts.edu.au essential to have those skills Photo: Anna Zhu before getting into practice, because you’re never going to be working on your own. The Law Building is also a particularly good facility for late night studies, because IN 2018, UTS you have access to those SCIENCE HAD: rooms at any time you wish; it’s open 24/7.” 4435 JEROME GERMAIN STUDENTS Home Country: France Studied: Law 18 Find out which courses you can take: uts.edu.au/study-abroad-subjects 19
University of Technology Sydney International Study Abroad and Exchange Transdisciplinary Australian Language Innovation and Culture Studies Futurists predict that 50 per cent The world is becoming increasingly of the jobs in 2030 don’t exist yet. connected. Argentinian YouTube Don’t be alarmed! Our new Faculty of movies are liked in Russia, people in Transdisciplinary Innovation (FTDi) Thailand know Ariana Grande’s songs offers you degrees at the intersection by heart, while here in Australia, we of technology, creativity and watch Britain’s Got Talent! innovation. Just like industry demands. As world citizens, a good Designed for radical and curious understanding of the English language thinkers, our courses will push is vital. At UTS we offer you the “The lecturers of the subjects were really devoted to the boundaries of your creative opportunity to develop your English assisting me improving my English. This allowed me to learn transdisciplinary thinking. You language skills and learn about our will advance learning beyond the beautiful country at the same time. English to detail. At first, I did not have confidence in my traditions of the disciplines and The Australian Language and Culture English skills, but thanks to my great lecturers, I enjoyed explore how you can work to create new solutions for a future world. Studies (ALACS) program at UTS is learning English.” the ideal program to master your FTDi courses at UTS will help English and enhance your knowledge MEGUMI KASHIYAMA you become a lifelong innovator, of Australia. The program consists of 3 Home country: Japan entrepreneur, creative practitioner, subjects per teaching session. Studied: Australian Language and Culture Studies technology thinker and change-maker. Even better, once you’ve improved Prepare yourself and start thinking your language skills in class, you can differently today. take an IELTS test (English language test) at UTS. If your test results meet the UTS English Proficiency Requirements, you can transfer into Photo: Kwa Nguyen STUDY AREAS other study abroad or exchange –– Creative Intelligence Photo: Anna Zhu programs the following session. and Innovation –– Technology and Innovation ALACS SUBJECTS (3 PER TEACHING SESSION): Autumn session –– Australian Language Studies –– Australian Media –– Australians at work “What the Data Science and Innovation course sets apart from other degrees is its transdisciplinary and practice- Spring session –– Australian conversations based approach to learning. There is a large practical –– Exploring Sydney’s Neighbourhoods component to the program to ensure that students come –– Natural Australia out of their shells and develop crucial communication skills, collaborating with peers in the community. In my opinion, the Data Science and Innovation degree is a family!” YOGITHA MARIYAPPA Home country: India Studied: Data Science and Innovation 20 Find out which courses you can take: uts.edu.au/study-abroad-subjects 21
University of Technology Sydney Visiting research students program uts.edu.au/research At UTS, our research answers the big questions. Our growing reputation for future-focused research in emerging disciplines is focused on five theme areas: –– health –– data science –– sustainability “Doing research at UTS is a great opportunity to join a big –– future work and industry and growing research community with access to a lot of –– social futures resources. UTS has very modern facilities and can rely on an From questions of technological disruption to the future of health care, excellent contact network.” big data and new ways of working, SAMMY PFEIFFER we’re delivering real solutions to the Home country: Spain challenges of today – and tomorrow. Studied: at the Centre for Autonomous Systems We’re collaborative too – we work closely with industry and academic partners across the globe to drive meaningful change in the world #1 around us. IN 2018, Our visiting research students UTS HAD: 2140 program facilitates the sharing of knowledge. This would normally be in Australia for one teaching session, but you can come for up to four sessions (two RESEARCH for research with scientific impact years). Make sure you get approval STUDENTS from your home institution - where you 2019 CWTS LEIDEN RANKING are enrolled in your PhD or Masters by Research degree - so the sessions completed at UTS will contribute to your home degree. 100% of UTS research has Please contact the UTS Graduate been benchmarked at Research School for assistance and further details. world standard uts.edu.au/contact-grs or above AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT’S EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH FOR AUSTRALIA (ERA) EVALUATION IN 2018. 22 Find out which courses you can take: uts.edu.au/study-abroad-subjects Photo: Kwa Nguyen 23
University of Technology Sydney International Study Abroad and Exchange Choosing your Credit, classes subjects and assessment As a study abroad or exchange student, Learn more about classes, assessment and gaining you can choose from hundreds of subjects academic recognition for your study at UTS. across a range of study areas. These three CREDIT TRANSFER CHINA CLASS SIZES Study abroad and exchange students must If you are a student coming from China, Class sizes vary depending on the steps will help you select your subjects enrol in a full-time load at UTS. The full- you will find that 24 UTS credit points are popularity of a subject and the nature of time study load is 18-24 credit points per approximately equivalent to 7-9 subjects teaching. Normally, subjects involving before you apply to UTS. teaching session. Credit points apply to all at most Chinese universities. tutorial classes have 20 to 30 students in subjects (except higher degree research a classroom. programs) and represent a measure of CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT – the student’s workload by subject. Most STUDY EXPECTATIONS ACADEMIC YEAR STEP 1. DOWNLOAD STEP 2. CHOOSE SUBJECTS STEP 3. SEEK APPROVAL subjects at UTS are 6 credit points each, Information about coursework assessment The academic year at UTS is divided into STUDY ABROAD AND USING OUR SUBJECT CHECKLIST FROM YOUR HOME UNIVERSITY except for those offered by the Faculty is given to you online during Orientation. three teaching sessions: EXCHANGE SUBJECT GUIDES BEFORE APPLYING TO UTS BEFORE APPLYING TO UTS of Arts and Social Sciences, which are 8 You will be required to commence your –– Autumn session (March to June) Download our Study Abroad and A full-time load for one teaching session is Once you have selected your preferred credit points. learning during the orientation period, before formal teaching begins. –– Spring session (July to November). Exchange Subject Guides from our between 18 and 24 credit points (usually UTS subjects, give your home university CREDIT POINTS –– Summer session (November to website. The guides highlight popular and 3 or 4 subjects). When choosing your the subject outlines from the UTS Most UTS subjects are taught through a The information below is a guide to the February – No admission for Study recommended subjects we offer in: subjects, check: Handbook. Once your home university’s mix of lectures and tutorials, seminars or equivalent credit points from your home Abroad and Exchange students) academic adviser has approved your study laboratory sessions. Some subjects will –– Arts & Social Sciences: –– the credit point value for each subject country to UTS credit points. plan, you can apply to UTS. require students to undertake new flipped Each session has 15-16 compulsory Communication, Education, –– whether the subject is available International Studies Note: Subjects with a practical component EUROPE learning style activities, different from teaching and learning weeks. in the applicable calendar and (such as in nursing and teacher education) are traditional lecture and tutorials. Visit our –– Business teaching session: Autumn (March 1 UTS credit point 1.25 ECTS credits ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS restricted. Applicant eligibility to enrol in these website to learn more about UTS’s award- –– Design, Architecture & Building start) and/ or Spring (July start). subjects will be assessed on an individual basis. 6 UTS credit points 7.5 ECTS credits winning teaching and learning style. The academic transcript is a record of Our handy Online Timetable Note: Some environmental studies subjects subjects studied, final grades and marks –– Electives - subjects open to all study 8 UTS credit points 10 ECTS credits Assessment requirements may include Planner can help you with this: include field trips, which may be offered awarded. UTS issues transcripts at the end backgrounds outside the normal teaching periods and major written assignments, active tutorial uts.edu.au/uts-timetable-planner 24 UTS credit points 30 ECTS credits of each teaching session once the exam –– Engineering & Information Technology incur extra costs. participation, practical work, projects, –– whether there are pre-requisites or (full time load) results have been finalised. –– Health assumed knowledge. In some cases, short tests, group work and group NORTH AMERICA assignments, seminar presentations As an exchange student, you will receive –– Law if you have taken an equivalent your academic transcripts from UTS subject in the past, you can apply for and a mid-session or final exam. In some –– Science and Mathematics 6 UTS credit points approx. 4 US through your home institution. At the end an exemption. credit hours subjects, the final exam may be worth 20 to 60 per cent of the final subject grade. of each teaching session, the exchange You can download the Subject Guide officer will send two academic transcripts Not sure which subjects to choose? 8 UTS credit points approx. 5 US credit Some subjects have no final exams. for your study area here: hours to the international office at your Download the Electives Subject Guide uts.edu.au/study-abroad-subjects Most subjects at UTS normally require a home university. which lists subjects that are open to 24 UTS credit points approx. 15 or 16 US For further subject information across students from all disciplines and do not minimum study requirement of between (full time load) credit hours As a study abroad student, one original all study areas at UTS, visit the UTS have prerequisites: 12 and 24 hours per week in order to pass. transcript is sent to your home address Handbook: handbook.uts.edu.au uts.edu.au/study-abroad-subjects or your authorised representative. Upon request, an official copy of the transcript STUDENTS ARE AWARDED ONE OF THE FOLLOWING GRADES can also be sent to your home institution Photo: Kwa Nguyen AFTER COMPLETING A SUBJECT AT UTS for credit transfer processing. Your home institution will determine how credit will H – High Distinction 85–100% Work of outstanding quality on all objectives of the subject be transferred. D – Distinction 75–84% Work of superior quality on all objectives of the subject You can also request an academic record by completing the Online Statement Pre-enrol C – Credit 65–74% Work of good quality showing more than satisfactory of Academic Record application on My before you arrive achievement on all objectives of the subject Student Admin (online). UTS will then P – Pass 50–64% Work showing a satisfactory achievement on all objectives prepare and mail your transcript for a fee. Subjects approved by UTS of the subject are added to your session’s STUDY ABROAD CERTIFICATES study plan. Once they have Z – Fail 0–49% Work showing an unsatisfactory achievement on one or more Students who successfully complete the been added, you can enrol objectives of the subject UTS Study Abroad program are issued a yourself in 18 to 24 credit Certificate of Completion. This certificate points before you leave home. Note: Some courses award only a Pass or Fail grade. Autumn session results are released in mid-July, and is issued with your academic transcript Spring session results at the end of November or mid-December depending on your academic calendar. from UTS. 24 25
University of Technology Sydney International Study Abroad and Exchange Photo: Anna Zhu Services and support Studying overseas is a rewarding opportunity to broaden your experience and outlook, but it can also be GENERAL SUPPORT SERVICES uts.edu.au/current-students/support UTS LIBRARY lib.uts.edu.au STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION utsstudentsassociation.org.au challenging. UTS provides the support you need to UTS provides a wide range of on-campus The UTS Library’s services and The Students’ Association represents all services for students, including: resources include: UTS students. Their services include: develop academic and professional skills, feel confident –– medical services –– a librarian who is dedicated to helping –– an Overseas Student Officer in your study and maintain your wellbeing. –– counselling services international students and those whose first language is not English representing and supporting international students –– accessibility services for students with a disability or ongoing –– a program of workshops and online –– the Bluebird Brekkie Bar, a free, medical condition modules through the Heads Up sustainable pop-up breakfast café program open every Tuesday and Wednesday ORIENTATION ACADEMIC AND LANGUAGE –– Conversations@UTS –– financial assistance and advice morning during teaching periods orientation.uts.edu.au SUPPORT uts.edu.au/helps-conversation-classes –– multi-faith chaplaincy and –– 24-hour global access to the –– the Night Owl Noodle Bar, a free, To help you get to know the university uts.edu.au/current-students/support Meet new people while practising prayer rooms catalogue, and Australian and sustainable pop-up noodle bar campus and services, UTS runs a English in a safe and relaxed –– support services for international databases online UTS offers English language and where you can get free noodle soup compulsory Orientation program in the environment. Conversations@UTS academic literacy support through the LGBTIQ+ students –– presentation and group discussion every Thursday late afternoon/ week(s) before formal teaching begins. are free sessions that brings together following programs: rooms and silent study areas evening during teaching periods During Orientation, new students international students and a local CAREERS SERVICE –– U:PASS volunteer for relaxed, friendly and –– a food co-op where you can can familiarise themselves with the careers.uts.edu.au –– training sessions for postgraduate uts.edu.au/upass supportive conversations. purchase fresh, organic fruit university’s services and facilities, start The UTS Careers Service offers: research students U:PASS is designed to assist and vegetables. on their learning journey, attend Faculty –– HELPS TalkFest students who are studying subjects –– help with resumes, applications and –– Researchers’ Centre – a dedicated welcomes, and get to know the UTS uts.edu.au/helps-conversation-classes that are perceived as difficult or interviews space in the library for postgraduate learning style and technologies. You will TalkFest is an afternoon of games, that historically have a high failure research students and staff actually commence your studies in this speedfriending and pizza! Run every –– job-search strategies and events week(s), so when classes start you are rate. These small group sessions Friday (during session) from 2.30 - –– computers installed with Chinese, –– assistance finding work opportunities already prepared. It’s also an excellent way are run by UTS students who have 4.00pm at HELPS Volunteer Lounge, Korean and Japanese software already successfully completed the both international and local students –– work-ready programs to meet staff and students from Australia and overseas. subject, and are informal, flexible and are invited to attend. Expand your –– career consulting responsive to students’ abilities and social and professional networks Note: Orientation is a compulsory week(s) needs. at the start of each teaching session. In Autumn by meeting people from a range of session, for students following the main UTS –– HELPS faculties, cultural backgrounds and calendar, Orientation runs for three weeks. In helps.uts.edu.au study levels. Spring session, Orientation runs for one week for UTS’s Higher Education Language all students. and Presentation Support program UTS INTERNATIONAL (HELPS) provides non-credited international.uts.edu.au “One UTS support service that has really English language and academic The UTS International team offers you Arrival tips literacy support to students, including advice and support during the application helped me was UTS HELPS. When I assignment writing assistance, daily process and throughout your studies at Aim to arrive in Sydney at least two workshops, writing support sessions UTS. Our student advisers can assist with started at UTS, I wasn’t confident with weeks before formal classes start in and English speaking practice. HELPS general enquiries, and will keep you up- order to participate in Orientation and also run a number of programs to to-date with important news and events my English and I was unsure how to to find suitable accommodation. assist international students with around UTS via emails and social media. UTS International offers a their English language skills. write assignments. But HELPS really SAFETY AND SECURITY complimentary airport shuttle service from Sydney International Airport –– UTS HELPS Buddy Program uts.edu.au/helps-conversation-classes UTS fosters a safe and secure environment assisted me with this, I went there and for students, staff and visitors, with 24- to either UTS or a convenient CBD location to new international and The UTS HELPS Buddy Program matches international students hour security assistance on and around they helped me to write formally. I took campus. This includes accessible security study abroad and exchange students who arrive in the two weeks before with local students for weekly conversation. This unique opportunity officers, regular patrols, an emergency VITALY KUZENKOV my assignments to them and they went telephone network and closed-circuit Home country: Russia Orientation begins. will help you develop your English in a one-to-one setting while making a television cameras. Studied: Information Technology through it with me, helping me to friend. In meeting with a local student, you will also have the chance to learn improve it. It was extremely helpful.” more about Australian culture while sharing your own! 26 27
University of Technology Sydney International Study Abroad and Exchange Beyond the classroom UTS SOUL AWARD – SOCIAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM soul.uts.edu.au UTS SOUL Award is a social leadership and volunteer program for students. UTS has an active campus culture providing The award gives students the support to venture beyond their degree and into opportunities for you to enhance your study the community, applying the skills and knowledge learnt at UTS to the real world, abroad experience beyond the classroom all while developing leadership skills and building networks. and to immerse yourself fully into the UTS Social leadership encourages people to and Sydney lifestyle. engage in their local communities and to become socially responsible, working in the field with community groups and not-for-profit organisations to create meaningful social outcomes. Through SOUL students will build peer LEFT TO RIGHT: networks, learn new skills, and earn reward 1. Students generating ideas during a and recognition from UTS for their work. BUILD leadership workshop. Photo: Anna Zhu UTS STARTUPS ACTIVATEUTS – UTS STUDENT UTS BUILD - GLOBAL LEADERSHIP NETWORK & RESEARCHERS’ CAFÉ 2. Want to learn how to surf? Check startups.uts.edu.au CLUBS AND SOCIAL HUB PROGRAM uts.edu.au/network-cafe out what ActivateUTS has on offer! Photo: ActivateUTS. Designed to inspire and connect student- activateuts.com.au build.uts.edu.au Network Café is a free program that brings led startups across UTS, UTS Startups is ActivateUTS is home to an array of BUILD Global Leadership Program is an new students from overseas together a group of young entrepreneurs who have campus facilities including awesome exciting and dynamic leadership program, with experienced UTS students (Peer big ideas they’re making a reality. bars, cafes, retail outlets, and a fitness which is free to join and open to all UTS Networkers) to help them settle into A founder-focused community, they centre, providing an amazing social and students. BUILD provides opportunities Sydney and the UTS community. Network support students who have a compelling cultural outlet and the chance to engage for students to gain leadership skills, Café is open every Tuesday afternoon idea that uses technology to address and immerse in UTS campus life. Join a expand their network and explore issues (during teaching sessions). Drop by for a a large market and create meaningful social, cultural or sporting club. Create a of global citizenship, social enterprise, free coffee and a chat. impact. club! Become the President! Or just be an sustainability and social justice, engaging UTS Researchers’ Café is a monthly social active member, having fun, making friends, with a community of peers across cultures Whether you’ll enter the UTS Startups event for all currently enrolled Higher networking and contributing to your and academic disciplines. program with your own startup, or as part Degree Research students. On the first campus community through clubs such as: of an existing UTS startup, you can access BUILD also offers community engagement Wednesday of each month, research free mentorship, community-building –– ESAC – Exchange and Study and immersion into Australian culture students get together for a free coffee activities, funding opportunities, and Abroad Club and society through BUILD Community and a chat. industry resources, so you can develop Connections. Through participation and –– AIESEC UTS your new venture. engagement in BUILD’s workshops and –– ACES (Entrepreneurial Society) seminars, community activities and –– Athletics –– BusinessOne Consulting UTS international study opportunities, BUILD aims to equip you to create a better world. “UTS Startups is really an open workspace. –– Net Impact UTS There’s no cookie-cutter approach, ESAC – Exchange –– The Big Lift and Study Abroad Club –– UTS BUiLD Student Society (BSS) and the biggest benefit we get is from facebook.com/UtsEsacPage –– UTS Rotaract (Rotary Club Partner) interacting with one another. Everyone The Exchange and Study Abroad Club –– UTS Women in Business organises social events and excursions aimed at enhancing the experience of –– ...and many, many more! has a different background. When you’re international students during their time in Sydney. They organise events working in that space and you’re stuck and experiences with Australian students that are unique to on something, say marketing, the fact Australia. you can walk over to someone who has a ActivateUTS runs an on-campus fitness centre for UTS students and staff. Photo: Anna Zhu KRISTYN WUEBBOLT Home Country: Canada company in that industry is amazing.” Studied: MBA in Entrepreneurship 28 29
University of Technology Sydney International Study Abroad and Exchange Feel at home Accommodation Tips –– Don’t pay any money before viewing and being satisfied with a non-UTS property. Until you arrive and get a feel for the area Secure a room at one of UTS Housing’s you want to live in, you won’t know whether it is right for you. student residences or get information –– During Orientation, UTS Housing and assistance on a range of private hosts specific accommodation sessions and has an accommodation options. accommodation information stand where staff can guide and support you with your LIVING COSTS ESTABLISHMENT COSTS accommodation search. The table below details approximate You should expect to pay approximately establishment and ongoing costs you A$4200 start-up or establishment costs –– Consider the UTS Housing Priority UTS-OWNED ACCOMMODATION RENTING PRIVATE may incur while studying at UTS and living for independent accommodation. Allow Placement for Study Abroad and UTS students can choose from four ACCOMMODATION in Sydney. This table should be used only an additional A$1000 to $1500 for a Exchange students. residences, all of which are close to If you are organising private as a guide, as individual spending may computer and printer, if required. These campus. Check them out on accommodation, we recommend you vary. It is a requirement of the Australian costs include items such as a rental housing.uts.edu.au arrange short-term accommodation government that prospective international accommodation bond (four weeks’ rent), in Sydney so you can view properties students can demonstrate that they have rent in advance, linen, furniture, telephone All UTS residences have spacious on your arrival and choose something access to at least A$20,290 a year to and internet connection, kitchenware, communal and barbecue areas, study that really suits your needs for the long- fund their living costs in Australia, and personal items and electricity connection, rooms, games and computer rooms. Yura term. Visit UTS Housing’s off-campus additional funds if bringing partners and must be budgeted for. With regards to Mudang also has a music room and Gumal accommodation website, to find share or family. UTS Housing, you will need to budget for Ngurang has a garden rooftop. rooms in private houses and apartments the registration admin fee (approx. A$40), All UTS residences are self-catered, secure around UTS: uts.studystays.com.au the acceptance fee (approx. A$120), the and competitively priced. Most bedrooms THIS PAGE LEFT TO RIGHT: 1. Students Share accommodation means you usually bond fee (equivalent of 4 weeks’ rent), two relaxing on rooftop terrace at UTS Housing. are for one person (except twin shares), with shared kitchens, bathrooms and living have your own room and share a kitchen, living area and bathroom with other “I lived in Student weeks rent in advance and any personal items you wish to purchase. Photo: UTS Housing. 2. A room in one of Geegal’s buildings. Photo: Chris Bennett. areas. Apartments are fully furnished and rent includes gas, electricity, water, cabled students or people who work. Alternatively, you may choose a studio or one-bedroom Housing – Yura. internet in bedrooms and limited wireless internet access in communal areas. apartment to live in on your own, but this is more expensive. Living here has been SYDNEY LIVING COSTS – Independent Accommodation UTS Accommodation You will need to provide your own bed linen and cooking equipment. All accommodation rentals should come really helpful to get APPROXIMATE GUIDE ONLY Due to the high volume of accommodation with a residential or tenancy agreement. If you need any help or advice, to know people. Weekly Annual Weekly Annual requests, UTS Housing has also sourced reserved beds for students with off- please contact the UTS Housing Off- Campus Officer at housing.welfare@uts. Student Housing put Rent per person in shared accommodation A$250* – A$350 A$13 000 – A$18 200 A$242 – A$422 A$12 584 – A$21 944 campus providers (Urbanest, Unilodge within a short commute to UTS and Iglu). edu.au or the UTS Student Legal Service at studentlegalservice@uts.edu.au a lot of emphasis For more information about UTS-owned who are here to help you. on meeting new Groceries (eg. food, drinks, toiletries) A$100 A$5200 A$100 A$5200 students accommodations, visit: housing.uts.edu.au people; this was Phone (mobile) A$20 A$1040 A$20 A$1040 helpful because it Free WIFI in UTS Housing Free WIFI in UTS Housing Internet A$10 A$520 would have been buildings & on campus buildings & on campus a lot harder for me Gas/Electricity A$20 A$1040 Inclusive Inclusive to meet people, Books/Supplies/Printing A$16# A$832# A$16# A$832# especially in the Transport costs A$35^ A$1820^ A$10^ A$520^ UTS priority housing placement weeks before As a UTS study abroad or exchange student, UTS offers you first priority to live in A$22 152 – A$20 176 – UTS Housing. You must apply by 31 October for Autumn session and by 1 June for class started.” Total costs A$426 – A$536 A$27 872 A$388 – A$568 A$29 536 Spring session. UTS Housing will place you before applications open for other students. Apply early to increase your chances of securing a room. Preferences ANDREW TARWATER This table details approximate costs that you may incur while studying at UTS and living in Sydney. It should be used as a guide only. It’s a requirement of will be considered, but we may not be able to offer you a particular style or price of Home country: United States of America the Australian Government that prospective international students demonstrate they have access to at least A$20,290 a year to fund their living costs and room. Read more and apply at: housing.uts.edu.au Studied: Finance and Marketing additional funds if bringing partners or family. Note: Prices vary depending on the condition of the property, the number of people you share with and the proximity of the accommodation to the centre of Sydney. * Any amount below this will likely be twin share. # Costs may vary according to course. ^Transport costs will vary depending on how close you live to campus. 30 31
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