There is another way into UTS. Information for parents | Your way to UTS

Don’t wait till ATAR Day to discover your options

Has your child finished the HSC and worried about what their ATAR results will be? They have options. Like, UTS College. We’re their way to UTS.

Our diplomas have the same subjects and course outcomes as first-year UTS. Your child will get any extra support they need to be ready to progress to your second year of uni*. And, they can finish their studies on time with a diploma AND a degree*.

Plus, they can use their diploma to land an entry-level job in their field and build their CV while they study. It’s a great way to get set up early in their career!

*Depends on the course choosen and based on achieving the required GPA

Know your options: HSC Parents info session

Wondering what to do if your child misses out on a UTS offer? Don’t worry. Know that they’ve got more options, like UTS College. We’re another way to UTS! Join our HSC parents info session to learn more.

Where: Online

Time/Date: 13/11/2024 7:30:00 PM

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Or contact us on 1800 896 994 (within Australia).

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<strong>Stella</strong>, talks about her daughter Tahlia's experience at UTS College

I wish I had known about UTS College (sooner)...I could have used that information when I was speaking with Tahlia. It would've made it a lot easier to reassure her that, 'Hey, you've got these opportunities that you can look at.'

Stella, talks about her daughter Tahlia's experience at UTS College

<strong>Stefania</strong> and her mum Mrs Longo talk about the benefits of having a backup plan before going into the HSC.

Having UTS College as a backup is a really good way to ease the stress and anxiety when going into the HSC.

Stefania and her mum Mrs Longo talk about the benefits of having a backup plan before going into the HSC.

<strong>Souad</strong> and her mum Anna talk about following your dreams

I thought it would be more like university. But I got there and they were very understanding and gave me a lot of support. I didn't think it would be such a smooth transition to uni.

Souad and her mum Anna talk about following your dreams

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Other important information

Entry requirements depends on the course stream you choose. These streams are:

  • Extended (4 semesters – 16 months)
  • Standard (3 semesters – 12 months)
  • ​Accelerated (2 semesters – 8 months)
 

Entry to a UTS College diploma is based on your HSC subject average of English plus your best 3 board developed courses:

  • 75% for Accelerated
  • 67% for Standard
  • 63% for Extended
 

Entry to UTS College - subject average example:

Sam received the following marks for their HSC board-developed courses:
 
    English Standard (65%)
    Earth and Environmental Science (71%)
    Mathematics Standard 2 (73%)
    Music 1 (63%)
    Japanese Beginners (68%)
 
Based on this ATARNotes calculator, Sam is predicted to receive an ATAR of 51.10.
 
Sam's UTS College subject average is calculated as English Standard (65%), plus their best 3 board-developed courses of Earth and Environmental Science (71%), Mathematics Standard 2 (73%) and Japanese Beginners (68%). Average
(65+71+73+68) / 4 = 69.25%.
 
While Sam's ATAR is 51.10, their UTS College subject average is 69.25%. Sam wants to study a Diploma of Science and can study a Standard 12-month diploma (min. 67% average).
 

Information correct at time of publishing.

Event Date
Last date to submit applications Sunday 16 February 2025
Last date to accept offer Wednesday 19 February 2025
Welcome Week starts Monday 24 February 2025
Classes commence Monday 3 March 2025
Census Friday 28 March 2025

After you have applied via the student portal, your application will be assessed by our Admissions team. Please allow 5 working days for your application to be processed. You will then be advised if you have received an offer to your nominated UTS College program, along with instructions on how to accept your offer and apply for FEE-HELP if eligible.

* Based on successful completion of your diploma with the required GPA. The point where you enter your UTS degree depends on the course and major you choose.
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