Undergraduate course guide 2019 Contents 4 Welcome to the University 34 Education and Teaching 6 Why study with us? 36 Engineering 8 University College 38 Health Sciences and Community Care 12 Your study experience 40 Law 14 Get the right start 42 Marine and Antarctic 16 Student support services 44 Maritime Studies 17 Fees and scholarships 46 Media 18 How to apply 48 Medicine 20 Study themes 50 Nursing 22 Agriculture and 52 Pharmacy Environmental Science 54 Psychology 24 Architecture and Design 56 Science 26 Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences 58 Quick reference guide 28 Art, Music, Theatre 76 Key dates 30 Business and Economics 32 Computing and Information Technology The information in this guide does not apply to international students 2 University of Tasmania > utas.edu.au CRICOS Provider Code 00586B A University of Tasmania education provides you with the best of both worlds. During your time studying with us, you’ll be part of a small, friendly and accessible community. When you graduate, you’ll leave with a global perspective, a thorough understanding of the subjects you have studied, and the skills to transition smoothly to the next stage of your life. utas.edu.au > University of Tasmania 3 Welcome to the University Our research The University of Tasmania is a quality institution in one of We are among the top research- the world’s most beautiful locations. We are Australia’s intensive universities in Australia, fourth oldest university, and our institution is ranked and the strength and diversity of our research is reflected in our consistent within the top two per cent of universities worldwide. world-class performance across a breadth of disciplines. The University is ranked in the top two per cent of universities globally and in the top 350 The University of Tasmania offers more A university of excellence universities in the world by all major than 100 undergraduate degrees and ranking systems. more than 150 postgraduate programs We are highly regarded internationally across a wide range of disciplines. for our teaching and academic The Australian Research Council rates Our courses are accredited and excellence, and our lecturers and the University at world standard or professionally recognised by industry tutors have the opportunity to engage above in 16 out of 21 broad disciplines and professional bodies in Australia with students one-on-one to offer of research (2015 Excellence for and abroad. the personalised advice and guidance Research in Australia). not available at larger institutions. University research themes: Our three University of Tasmania Our diverse range of courses, student campuses in Hobart, Launceston and exchanges, and learning experiences • Environment, Resources and Burnie offer students a focused and offer students a uniquely engaging Sustainability engaged learning environment with educational experience, while giving • Creativity, Culture and Society excellent facilities. Additionally, we them excellent preparation for their • Better Health have three Sydney facilities: Rozelle future careers. • Marine, Antarctic and Maritime and Darlinghurst which offer Nursing • Data, Knowledge and Decisions and Paramedicine, and our Australian Maritime College study centre in Global connections Our strength in these areas is Darling Harbour which offers a range demonstrated through our specialist Our courses are globally recognised of programs for the marine and research institutes and centres, and we attract some of the world’s maritime sectors. including the Menzies Institute for best academics and researchers Medical Research, the Institute for Tasmania is an affordable place to live, through our exciting research Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS), with a stunning natural environment programs, stunning scenery and the Australian Maritime College and a welcoming community. For relaxed lifestyle. (AMC), the Centre of Excellence in Ore students looking for an exceptional, Our growing student population Deposits (CODES), Tasmanian Institute personalised university experience that includes more than 6,500 international of Agriculture (TIA) and the Australian will shape their future success, there is students drawn from more than Centre for Research on Separation no better place to study. 100 nations. We offer transnational Science (ACROSS). education programs in Malaysia, Our research informs our China and Hong Kong. Students undergraduate courses. Students are have the opportunity to travel the taught by world leading researchers. world as part of the Study Overseas program through the Student Mobility Office. We work with more than 100 institutions in 30 countries around the world. 4 University of Tasmania > utas.edu.au CRICOS Provider Code 00586B Image courtesy Tourism Tasmania and Lisa Kuilenburg Lisa and Tasmania Tourism courtesy Image Tasmania is an affordable place to live, with a stunning natural environment and a welcoming community. utas.edu.au > University of Tasmania 5 Why study with us? World-class ranking The University of Tasmania is ranked in the top 350 universities in the world, and is Australia’s premier university for teaching excellence, receiving more teaching awards than any other Australian university. The University has 38,000 students of which 6,500 are international students from 100 nations. In the prestigious Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), the University of Tasmania jumped 8 places to be rated 284th internationally. (ARWU 2017) This places the University in the top 2 per cent of universities world-wide and reaffirms its reputation as a premier research institution. The QS World University Rankings result of 287 is another leap forward for the University, climbing seven places and ranking amongst the best in the world for Earth and Marine Sciences and Agriculture and Forestry. Another seven disciplines were highly Courses ranked in the QS Rankings, including The University of Tasmania is Philosophy, Environmental Sciences, highly regarded internationally for Biological Sciences, Sociology, teaching and academic excellence. Education, Geography, and Medicine. Our lecturers and tutors have the The University’s consistent world- opportunity to engage with students class performance across multiple individually and offer the personalised disciplines is a testament to the advice and guidance not available at strength and diversity of our research. larger institutions. The World University Ranking released Our diverse range of degrees, by Times Higher Education (THE) also student exchanges, and learning reflect the University’s achievements as experiences offer students a unique a world leader in research, placing it in educational experience and excellent the top 350 universities in the world. preparation for their future careers. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate (bachelor) degrees, and more than 150 postgraduate programs, from graduate certificates through to research degrees. These range across five colleges and three specialist institutes, and include degrees in architecture, environmental management, engineering, medicine, nursing, business, finance, ICT, and aquaculture, and more. 6 University of Tasmania > utas.edu.au CRICOS Provider Code 00586B > Unique lifestyle Life as a University of Tasmania student is much more than attending lectures and tutorials. We believe your time at university is also about creating a lifelong network of colleagues and friends, developing new skills and ways of thinking, connecting with industry and the community, and creating a happy and healthy life. To learn more about why Tasmania is the perfect place to live and learn, visit utas.edu.au/life Image courtesy Tourism Tasmania and Veronica Youd A pristine environment Tasmania is the best place to Tasmania was also listed in Lonely experience a quality education in an Planet’s Top 5 Must Visit Destinations extraordinary location. 2015, and as one of the Top Five Islands of the World by Travel and Our state is known for its pleasant, Leisure Magazine temperate climate, internationally- significant wilderness and heritage There’s plenty to do in Tasmania, sites, and cosmopolitan lifestyle with whether it’s enjoying the vibrant a strong arts culture. café scene, live music or theatre, shopping, food and arts festivals, Tasmania is known globally as a place sporting events or museum and art of unique beauty. It is famous for its galleries. It’s simply a wonderful place picturesque wilderness with more than to be a student. 40 per cent of the state protected in national parks and reserves. utas.edu.au > University of Tasmania 7 University College Learning that is ‘big on experience’ Launched in 2016, University College Successful completion of UPP enables offers a range of new, innovative and people to meet the General Entry flexible programs for people looking Requirements to enter a University of for a shorter, job-focused qualification Tasmania undergraduate bachelor or or a pathway into a University of associate degree. Tasmania bachelor program. These This program is open to everyone include new associate degrees, as and is particularly suitable for mature well as pathway courses such as the aged students and those who did not University Preparation Program (UPP) complete Year 11 and 12, and those and Diploma of University Studies. students enrolled in a degree who University College programs are wish to develop their academic skills. offered at University of Tasmania campuses in Hobart, Launceston and Diploma of University Studies Cradle Coast through face-to-face,