University of Tasmania

Last Updated on Wednesday, 24 February 2010 06:36 Written by Andrew Lai Monday, 13 April 2009 04:51

University of Tasmania has two campuses:
Launceston: At the head of the picturesque Tamar River, Launceston is one of Australia's oldest cities with many historical buildings and sights. Access to outdoor recreation, with beaches, rivers and wilderness are all within easy driving distance. Launceston is Australia’s third oldest city and has many historic buildings and sights including Queen Victoria Museum which has a large collection of colonial art. Within walking distance from downtown Launceston is Cataract Gorge, a wilderness marvel with a river, hiking trails, suspension bridges, and chair lift. Launceston is the jumping off point to visit nearby caves with reflection pools and glow worms, as well as national parks including Cradle Mountain.

Hobart City: Hobart:  As the state capital of Tasmania, Hobart has much to offer including a picturesque harbor, lively waterfront, beautiful beaches, nearby rivers and wilderness all within easy driving distance. Today Hobart has a population of over 209, 287 . With origins as a British penal colony, Hobart retains a unique ambiance through its architecture and culture. The weekly Salamanca markets offer locals and tourists the opportunity to purchase local handmade goods, artwork, clothes, and food.

 University highlights

• Small classes and comprehensive student support services
• Two close-knit campuses, both with spectacular views and nearby unspoiled wilderness parklands
• Highly regarded natural environment and wilderness studies
• Two of the best art schools in Australia: the Tasmanian School of Art in Hobart and Launceston’s School of Visual and Performing Arts
• On-campus health services, banks, dining areas, post office, hair stylist, bookstore, computer labs and more
• Has an active student union (Tasmania University Union) which provides innumerable services including offering free student advice and advocacy, organizing social events, and representing sports teams and clubs.
• Opportunities for joining special interests clubs, political groups, and societies representing the green movement.
• Ideal position to enjoy all that Tasmania has to offer!  Explore its vast wilderness and coastal environments- hike, spelunk, rock climb, river raft, scuba dive, surf, sail, etc.
   

Housing

Housing in Hobart is in either one of three residential colleges, or in apartments. Located near the campus at Sandy Bay and a thirty minute walk to the city, two of the residential colleges offer the option of either purchasing or preparing meals. The third residential college is a 15 minute walk from the campus in one direction and a 15 minute walk to the city in the other. It has a mandatory meal plan and offers a free shuttle service to campus and back, all included in the overall fees. Located within close proximity of the campus, students living in the apartments may purchase or prepare their own meals.
Students at Launceston live in residential colleges on campus. They have the option of purchasing or preparing their own meals.

Subjects to consider

• Antarctic Studies
• Arts
• Architecture
• Education
• Geology
• Marine Biology
• Biological Sciences
• Sociology

More Information

• Program Dates
• Program Fees
• Program Advisor: Lindsey Jendraszak
• Email the Local Office
• Download a Application form, Apply online *

  *Applications only available to US or Canadian higher education students