Quick Summary
Public in Hobart, Australia — University of Tasmania, est. 1890. Ranked #293 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 34000 students including 22% from outside Australia. Known for strengths in Earth and Marine Sciences, Agriculture and Forestry, Law, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The University of Tasmania offers a unique island learning experience with world-class research facilities in environmental and marine sciences, coupled with a lower cost of living compared to mainland Australian cities.
Subject Strengths
Earth and Marine SciencesAgriculture and ForestryLawEnvironmental SciencesGeologyNursing
Founded1890
TypePublic
Total Students34000
Intl Students22%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusMulti-campus (Urban and Regional)
Campus SizeMultiple locations across 100+ hectares
Affiliated HospitalsRoyal Hobart Hospital,Launceston General Hospital,North West Regional Hospital
AccreditationTertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#293
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#251–300
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201–300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Arts and Humanities,Business and Economics,Education,Health and Medicine,Law,Science and Engineering,Ocean and Maritime Studies
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS),Menzies Institute for Medical Research,Australian Maritime College (AMC),Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS6
TOEFL72
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · October 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · May 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on personal statements for medical and law programs; international students should apply early for scholarship consideration and visa processing.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Australian Dollar
UG Tuition
A$36,000/yr
per year · AUD
Living Cost
A$25,000/yr
per year · AUD
PG Tuition
A$38,000/yr
per year · AUD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
A$61,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AUD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$6,600
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Arts and Humanities,Business and Economics,Education,Health and Medicine,Law,Science and Engineering,Ocean and Maritime Studies programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Biology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Information Technology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Agricultural Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$55,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
CSIROAntarctic DivisionTasmanian GovernmentRio TintoHydro Tasmania
Notable Alumni
Mary Elizabeth Donaldson (Queen of Denmark),Andrew Wilkie (Politician),Christine Milne (Former Leader of Australian Greens)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Unigym Hobart,Launceston Indoor Sports Centre,Multi-purpose courts,Football fields
Student Clubs
Tasmania University Student Association (TUSA),UTAS Dive Club,Marine Biology Society,UTAS Law Society
Library Resources
Morris Miller Library,Science Library,Law Library,Extensive digital repository
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available