OverviewFounded in Hobart in 1890. The University of Tasmania is the fourth oldest university in Australia. If offers world leading sciences, a creative art and music environment and a wide choice of interesting subjects from fields including oceanography, environmental studies, and Antarctic studies.
The University is ranked in the top 10 universities in Australia for research and boasts links with 20 specialist research institutes and research centers.
With a student population of 18,000, including approximately 2,000 international students, the University offers an encouraging and collaborative environment for a study abroad experience. Class sizes are generally small and lecturers and tutors can be consulted without difficulty.
The University offers a pleasant, enjoyable natural environment for study. The University has two campuses for Study Abroad students to choose from: Hobart and Launceston. Both campuses are set in beautiful landscaped grounds a few kilometers from the city centre and most students are able to live within walking distance of their campus.
The University of Tasmania is a popular destination for students who are seeking a unique experience where the population and friendly atmosphere create an environment in which they can easily immerse themselves in the culture and make friends with the locals.Internship DetailsThe University of Tasmania offers part-time internship in the fields of Government (working in State Parliament), Journalism, and Media Studies (television, newspaper, and radio, with guaranteed publication). These placements are competitive and require an interview upon arrival.LocationImagine an island of majestic mountains, lush temperate rainforests, wild river rapids, rolling forested hills, and white sandy beaches. Add to that natural environment two of Australia’s oldest cities and a population of nearly 500,000, and you have Tasmania.
Hobart is the capital and largest city in Tasmania, yet it is free from over |