University of Technology, Sydney, Australia

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University of Technology, Sydney, Australia

Study abroad in Sydney, Australia for a semester or academic year! Courses are available for a wide variety of majors at the undergraduate level and are taught in English.

Location

Sydney, Australia

Term

Spring, Fall, Academic Year

Housing

Apartment

Program Highlights

The University of Technology, Sydney () is one of Australia’s leading research and technology universities. Campus life is culturally diverse with many international and local students.

UTS offers over 130 undergraduate and 210 postgraduate courses across traditional and emerging disciplines such as architecture, built environment, business, communication, design, education, engineering, information technology, international studies, law, midwifery, nursing, pharmacy, and science.

Program Contact Information

Margaret Hosack

Education Abroad Advisor

Email: mhosack@kent.edu

Office Phone: 330-672-7982

Application Process

Students will be required to complete two applications:

an internal Kent State Education Abroad application,
and a partner university application.

These quick steps will help walk you through the process.

1. Start an Education Abroad Application

When you click the "Apply Now" button (located towards the top and bottom of this page), you will be brought to the Education Abroad application system where you can view program costs and start an application. Be sure to submit your application before the deadline!

2. Guest Application (If applicable)

Are you a student at another university? To apply for a Kent State education abroad program, you will first need to apply for admission to �鶹��ý as a “Guest Student”. Please apply as either an “Undergraduate Guest Student” or as a “Graduate Guest Student”, depending on your course level.

Once you have applied and been accepted as a �鶹��ý student, you will receive an email with your FlashLine login credentials. Activate your account and then proceed to the next step, which is to apply to the Education Abroad program of your interest. You can return to this page and follow the “Apply Now” button to start that application.

You can also refer to the FAQs for Guest Students if you need further help.

3. Wait for Acceptance

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by an Education Abroad Advisor. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis. Please note that acceptance to the program by �鶹��ý does not serve as final approval. The host institution or program provider grants final approval for each applicant.

4. Complete the Host University Application

Once your Education Abroad application has been accepted, you will be nominated to the host university. You will complete the host university’s application and wait for official acceptance to the program.

Academics

Eligibility

Full-time, degree-seeking student at Kent State
You must have completed at least two semesters at �鶹��ý or at least 15 credits at the time of application
Any major at the undergraduate level
Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.5 or higher

Academic Programs

Courses at the University of Technology, Sydney are taught fully in English in a variety of subject areas, including the following:

Business
Communication
Creative Intelligence and Innovation
Design, Architecture and Building
Education
Engineering
Health
Information Technology
International Studies
Sciences
General Electives
...and more!

Begin your academic search with the and the for all subjects and majors.

Transfer Credits

With this program, students enroll in courses at a partner (host) institution. You will need to transfer the credits you earn abroad back to �鶹��ý.

Upon successful completion of the program, the host institution will issue you an official transcript, which will be needed for the credit transfer process. You must earn passing grades on your courses for the credits to transfer.

Prior to departure, students will meet with their academic advisor to complete a Transfer Course Planning (TCP) Form, which will outline the courses you plan to take while abroad and how the courses will transfer to �鶹��ý. Some courses have already been pre-approved for transfer to KSU and can be viewed on the Transfer Credit Guide. Please note that this is only a guide and is NOT a comprehensive list of courses available at each partner institution.

Credit Approval

Prior to departure, it is the student's responsibility to meet with their academic advisor to discuss the courses they plan to take while abroad. If a course needs to be evaluated for transfer, the student is responsible for working with their education abroad advisor to obtain the syllabus and have it reviewed by KSU faculty.

Location

Sydney is the capital city of the New South Wales state, and contrary to what many people think, is not the capital of Australia (Canberra is!).

Beautiful classic monuments and landmarks of the city include the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the stunning Bondi Beach. There are so many places to visit and so much to do, that you will never feel bored! Sydney is a very international city as well, and it has influences from various countries in the East and West.

Airports

Sydney International Airport is approximately half an hour from UTS via public transportation or 20 minutes by car. UTS offers an airport pickup service for newly arriving students.

Local Transportation

Students have a variety of options for navigating the city such as buses and trains.

Housing

As an exchange student in Sydney, it is strongly recommended to live on campus. UTS Housing provides stress-free, fun, and supportive accommodation. Living in the city center, you’ll be just a few minutes from class as well as shops or restaurants, and the beach is only a bus ride away.

Accommodation styles vary in order to cater to individual needs and preferences, ranging from shared apartments (2-9 bedrooms) or studio apartments. Regardless of which living style you choose, all options offer modern, fully-furnished and self-catered facilities for residents. There is no meal plan offered with this study abroad program, so you can prepare your food at home or eat out any time.

Take a and get a sneak peek at your new home Down Under!

Financial Aid & Scholarships

It is possible to use your federal financial aid to go on �鶹��ý-approved education abroad programs. You can learn more on the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center website.

It is also possible to use most Kent State scholarships for education abroad costs. You can find education abroad scholarships on ScholarshipUniverse.

If you have any questions about using your financial aid and scholarships for study abroad, you can contact the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center.

Health & Safety

Pre-Departure Orientation

Prior to your study abroad experience, you will participate in a mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Office of Global Education. During this orientation, you will be provided with information including but not limited to:

international travel procedures;
in-country resources;
health and safety resources and information;
culture shock and resources to help prepare for living abroad.

All students are encouraged to register with the prior to departure.

You can also review a wide variety of resources we’ve pulled together for you on our “Before You Go” page.

Country Profile

You can learn more about your destination(s), including travel advisories, through the .

In addition, we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel page for for traveling to your destination(s).

If vaccinations or medications are needed according to the CDC, you should make arrangements for appointments with your healthcare provider or the DeWeese Health Center as soon as possible. Appointment openings at the DeWeese Health Center are limited and vaccines may need to be ordered, which takes time. Please note that not all immunizations are available at the DeWeese Health Center.

Visa Information

A visa is a document required by many countries, in addition to your passport, that allows you to enter the country for a certain purpose (whether that’s to stay, transit, or exit). Essentially, it is the country's government giving you legal permission to enter their country to travel, study, work, etc.

Please note, it is solely the responsibility of the student to:

determine the entry, transit, and stay requirements for the country or countries to which they will travel,
and to apply for any necessary visas, stay permits, or any other immigration requirements of the host nation(s).

It is also the responsibility of the student to:

verify the correct documentation required to apply for the required visa(s),
apply for the visa(s) early enough to ensure there is enough processing time,
and pay any fees associated with obtaining the visa(s).

�鶹��ý's Office of Global Education is available to provide general guidance regarding student visa requirements and procedures; however, each student who travels abroad is expected to manage their own legal obligations regarding international travel.

It is strongly recommended by the Office of Global Education that you carefully review the appropriate consulate or embassy website for the nation(s) you plan to visit in order to determine current entry/study/exit visa requirements.

Costs and Funding

Costs for the program will differ for every student. You can use our Cost Calculator to get an estimate of what you might expect for your program.

We also encourage you to meet with your Education Abroad Advisor and reach out to the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center to see how your aid may apply to an international program.

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