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Sydney, NSW, Australia · public

University of Technology Sydney

UPCOMING
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The closing date to apply to University of Technology Sydney for its next intake (Semester 1) is 30 November 2026. Individual courses can close earlier.

At a glance

International tuition
A$39,000/yr
First-year budget
A$76,000 to A$87,000
English (minimum)
IELTS 6.0 · PTE 50
Application fee
A$100
Intakes
Semester 1 · Semester 2
Regional (migration)
No
Selectivity
Competitive
Degree levels
Undergraduate

Good for

  • More than one intake a year
  • Accepts IELTS 6.0 or PTE 50

Weaker fit for

  • Regional migration points, if you study on the metro campus

Derived from the data on this page. Individual courses set their own fees, entry scores, and intakes, so check the ones you are applying to.

Overview

UTS rebuilt much of its campus around practice-based learning studios rather than traditional lecture halls, and markets itself explicitly on industry connections over academic prestige rankings.

Who is this university for?

UTS is a technology-focused university built around practice-based learning studios and strong industry connections, in central Sydney next to the tech and startup precinct. It is strong in engineering, IT, design, and business analytics. It suits students who want an applied, industry-linked degree in the heart of Sydney and who can manage the city's living costs.

Admissions

Selectivity
Competitive
English (institutional minimum)
IELTS 6 · PTE 50
Degree levels
Undergraduate

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Australian universities do not publish official acceptance rates. Selectivity here is our editorial band, not a percentage. Mainstream public university. Entry is real but attainable from a recognised bachelor's or Year 12 equivalent, while named professional courses such as nursing, teaching and psychology set higher course-specific bars. Individual competitive courses stay harder to enter than the institution-wide band suggests. How we assign it.

Tuition & first-year budget

International tuition
A$39,000/year
Application fee
A$100
Living cost estimate
A$33,000/year

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Estimated first-year budget

A$76,000 to A$87,000

Tuition plus about A$33,000 living costs, the application fee, and roughly A$4,000 in one-off setup costs (visa, health cover, flights, initial deposits). Tuition varies widely by course, so check your specific program.

The living-cost figure is an estimate for Sydney, anchored to the Australian Government’s AUD 29,710 minimum for a single student visa applicant (2026) and adjusted for the city. Your actual costs depend most on rent and lifestyle.

Financial aid & scholarships

See all scholarships for studying in Australia, including national government schemes.

Academics

Bachelor of Advanced Science

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Animation Production

Undergraduate · Arts & Design

Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence

Undergraduate · Computer Science

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Undergraduate · Biology & Life Sciences

3 years · Tuition A$50,500 (international)

Bachelor of Business

Undergraduate · Business

Bachelor of Communication (Honours)

Undergraduate · Communications & Media

Bachelor of Communication in Creative Writing

Undergraduate · Communications & Media

Bachelor of Communication in Digital and Social Media

Undergraduate · Communications & Media

Bachelor of Communication in Journalism

Undergraduate · Communications & Media

Bachelor of Communication in Media Business

Undergraduate · Communications & Media

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For international students

UTS is in central Sydney, so there are no regional migration points and living costs are the highest in the country. Its model is built around practice-based studios and industry placement rather than traditional lectures, and it is strongest in engineering, IT, design, and business analytics. Entry from a three-year overseas bachelor is accepted for most masters, with a credit average the common bar.

How to apply

  1. Pick your course and check it is open to international students for your intended intake.
  2. Check the entry requirements for that specific course: academic background, minimum GPA or ATAR, subject prerequisites, and the English test score it accepts.
  3. Prepare your documents: academic transcripts and completion certificates, your English test result (IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL), passport, CV, and a statement of purpose if the course asks for one.
  4. Apply online through the university's application portal, or through an authorised education agent in your country. Both routes reach the same admissions team.
  5. Pay the application fee if the course charges one. Many Australian universities do not.
  6. Wait for the outcome. You may receive a full offer, a conditional offer (for example, subject to final results or an English score), or a rejection.
  7. Accept your offer and pay the tuition deposit. The university then issues a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
  8. Use the CoE to apply for a Student visa (subclass 500), arrange Overseas Student Health Cover, and book travel.

Requirements and steps can vary by course. Always confirm the process for your specific program on the university’s official website before applying.

Application deadlines

University of Technology Sydney runs fixed intakes rather than one hard deadline. The dates below are the recommended times to have your international application in, about three to four months before each intake. Postgraduate and competitive courses close earlier; later applications are often still accepted while places and visa time remain. Confirm the exact date for your course on the university’s site.

IntakeApply by
Semester 1 · UndergraduateUPCOMING

UTS closing date for international undergraduate applications for the Autumn (February/March) 2027 session, for applicants based outside Australia (applicants in Australia have until 15 January 2027). Some courses set their own dates and are not offered every session.

Semester 1 · GraduateUPCOMING

UTS closing date for international postgraduate applications for the Autumn 2027 session, for applicants based outside Australia (15 January 2027 if you are in Australia). Some health and psychology programs close on 31 October 2026.

Semester 2 · UndergraduateUPCOMING

UTS closing date for international undergraduate applications for the Spring (July) 2027 session, for applicants based outside Australia (31 May 2027 if you are in Australia). Not every course has a mid-year intake.

Semester 2 · GraduateUPCOMING

UTS closing date for international postgraduate applications for the Spring 2027 session, for applicants based outside Australia (31 May 2027 if you are in Australia). Check your course page: not every course runs mid-year.

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University of Technology Sydney deadlines, in detail →

University of Technology Sydney: common questions

Does University of Technology Sydney charge an application fee for international students?

University of Technology Sydney lists an application fee of about A$100 for direct international applications. Several universities that charge a fee waive it for applications lodged through an authorised agent, so check before you pay.

What English test score do I need to get into University of Technology Sydney?

The institutional minimum for undergraduate entry at University of Technology Sydney is IELTS 6 overall, or PTE Academic 50. This is a floor, not a guarantee: nursing programs usually need IELTS 7.0, teaching 7.5, and medicine, law, and business often 7.0. Postgraduate coursework is typically 6.5. Always check the score for your specific course.

How much does it cost to study at University of Technology Sydney for a year?

As an international student, budget roughly A$76,000 to A$87,000 for your first year. That is tuition from about A$39,000, around A$33,000 in living costs for Sydney, plus roughly A$4,000 in one-off setup costs. Tuition varies widely by course.

Is University of Technology Sydney a Group of Eight university?

No. University of Technology Sydney is not a member of the Group of Eight (Australia's eight research-intensive universities: ANU, Melbourne, Sydney, UNSW, Queensland, Monash, Western Australia, and Adelaide). Many fields are taught just as well outside the Go8 for lower fees.

When can I start studying at University of Technology Sydney?

University of Technology Sydney has two main intakes a year: Semester 1, starting in February or March, and Semester 2, starting in July. The recommended time to apply is about three to four months before the intake, and postgraduate and competitive courses close earlier.

Is University of Technology Sydney in a regional area for skilled migration?

No. University of Technology Sydney's main campus is in a major metropolitan area, so it does not attract the regional study points. If regional migration points matter to you, look at universities in Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, or the smaller cities.

How do I apply to University of Technology Sydney as an international student?

Choose your course and confirm it is open to international students for your intake, check the entry requirements and English score, then apply online through the university's admissions portal or through an authorised agent in your country. After an offer you accept, pay the deposit, receive a Confirmation of Enrolment, and use it to apply for a Student visa (subclass 500).

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