Articulation to UTS
Diploma articulation to UTS
Transitioning to UTS
Get ready to study at UTS! The on-demand resources on this page will assist you in transitioning from your Diploma studies at UTS College to your studies at UTS.
Before transitioning to UTS
UTS follows a different calendar to UTS College. The main sessions at UTS are Autumn, Spring and Summer (limited courses available). You can familiarise yourself with UTS key dates including orientation and session start dates at UTS Academic dates.
For advice on timelines, admissions, majors and study plan options, check out the Essential Information Sessions and Faculty Information Sessions on-demand videos.
All Sessions will be held in week 8 and 9 of the UTS College Academic Calendar. You will be notified by email when these dates are made available.
All Sessions will be held in week 8 and 9 of the UTS College Academic Calendar. You will be notified by email when these dates are made available.
| Program |
Program |
Date |
Time |
Room |
| Animation Production |
Animation Production |
Wednesday, 29 April |
4pm |
CB05D.01.021 |
| Architecture (Faculty Session) |
Architecture |
Tuesday, 5 May |
3.30pm |
CB05D.01.028 |
| Architecture (Application Session) |
Business |
Thursday, 30 April |
1pm |
CB05B.01.011 |
| Business |
Communication |
Thursday, 7 May |
1pm |
CB05D.01.012 |
| Communication |
Design |
Tuesday, 28 April |
3pm |
CB05D.01.014 |
| Design |
Engineering |
Wednesday, 29 April |
1pm |
CB05B.04.036 |
| Engineering |
IT |
Thursday, 30 April |
1pm |
CB05B.01.012 |
| IT |
Science |
Wednesday, 6 May |
1pm |
CB05B.04.040 |
| Science | Wednesday, 26 November | 12pm | CB05B.04.038 |
If you are transferring to the courses below, you will need to submit your questionnaire by Friday, 8 May 2026.
Please note, you won’t be able to enrol at UTS if you have not completed the forms below.
| UTS Courses | Questionnaire |
| Bachelor of Business | Business major questionnaire |
| Bachelor of Information Technology Bachelor of Information Technology Diploma in Information Technology Professional Practice |
Information Technology major questionnaire |
| Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Molecular Biotechnology Bachelor of Medical Science Bachelor of Forensic Science Bachelor of Advanced Science |
Science major questionnaire |
Domestic Students
Transferring to UTS
After completing your Diploma and meeting the requirements, you’ll be eligible to articulate into a relevant UTS degree.
The articulation agreement provides information on the UTS courses available and the corresponding GPA requirements. Please refer to the articulation requirements based on the commencement year of your Diploma.
If you’re in your final semester and you’ve met the conditions below, you’ll receive an offer by invitation to your UTS preference.
- You have a UTS preference nominated
- You’ve completed your Diploma and met the GPA requirement for your UTS preference
- You’ve submitted the major questionnaire (see Completing your major questionnaire for more information)
Updating your preferred UTS course and personal details
- Contact the UTS College Student Centre to confirm your preferred UTS course.
- Check that your details including your name, contact details, citizenship and residency details are up to date on your eStudent profile.
- Make any changes by week 10 of your last semester with UTS College.
Submitting a UTS direct application
In most cases, you do not need to submit an application to UTS. You are only required to submit an application via the UTS Student Portal if:
- You don’t meet the GPA requirement for your UTS preference
- You’ve taken a break in studies since completing your UTS College Diploma.
Friday 8 May 2026 – Last day to update your preferred UTS course, personal details and complete major questionnaire (if applicable to UTS course).
Friday 19 June 2026 – Offers for Spring Session 2026 released to Trimester 1 2026 finishers
Monday 8 June 2026 – Applications open for Spring Session 2026
Sunday 28 June 2026 – Applications close for Spring Session 2026
If you are not due to complete your Diploma this semester, please check back once you’re in your final semester.
How do I submit an application on UTS My Student Portal?
Please note, submitting an application under application types other than the UTS College Transfer applications, may delay your application being processed on time.
You will receive your outcome via email within 2 weeks of your application submission.
The course I want to apply for is not appearing on My Student Portal.
If the course you want to apply for does not appear on the UTS Student Portal, it is due to one of the following reasons:
To apply for other undergraduate courses not on the articulation agreement, you will need to submit a UAC application (opens an external site). You can view offer round dates on the UAC website.
I want to start at UTS later. What should I do?
If you want to take a break before starting at UTS, you won’t need to do anything once you’ve received the offer correspondence.
Once you’ve decided when you want to commence studies at UTS, you’ll need to submit an application on the UTS Student Portal. For application opening and closing dates, please see Key dates.
My final GPA does not meet the minimum GPA requirement for my preferred UTS course. What can I do?
We recommend you submit a direct application. Following submission, you may be contacted to provide a personal statement to support your application. The faculty will assess your academic results and your personal statement and you will be advised of your outcome via email.
If your direct application is unsuccessful, please contact Ask UTS to enquire about your options for other schemes and pathways.
Who should I contact for more information on transferring to UTS?
In your final semester at UTS College, your first point of contact is your Student Success Advisers.
Your Student Success Advisers can assist you with:
If you have any questions related to enrolling or using UTS systems, please contact the UTS Student Centre.
Please note, submitting an application under application types other than the UTS College Transfer applications, may delay your application being processed on time.
You will receive your outcome via email within 2 weeks of your application submission.
The course I want to apply for is not appearing on My Student Portal.
If the course you want to apply for does not appear on the UTS Student Portal, it is due to one of the following reasons:
- The course you’re applying for is not on the articulation agreement.
- Applications are closed for the session you're applying for
To apply for other undergraduate courses not on the articulation agreement, you will need to submit a UAC application (opens an external site). You can view offer round dates on the UAC website.
I want to start at UTS later. What should I do?
If you want to take a break before starting at UTS, you won’t need to do anything once you’ve received the offer correspondence.
Once you’ve decided when you want to commence studies at UTS, you’ll need to submit an application on the UTS Student Portal. For application opening and closing dates, please see Key dates.
My final GPA does not meet the minimum GPA requirement for my preferred UTS course. What can I do?
We recommend you submit a direct application. Following submission, you may be contacted to provide a personal statement to support your application. The faculty will assess your academic results and your personal statement and you will be advised of your outcome via email.
If your direct application is unsuccessful, please contact Ask UTS to enquire about your options for other schemes and pathways.
Who should I contact for more information on transferring to UTS?
In your final semester at UTS College, your first point of contact is your Student Success Advisers.
Your Student Success Advisers can assist you with:
- Updating your UTS preference
- Offer release and application dates
- Enquiries related to your offer status or application
- Transferring to UTS in a later session
If you have any questions related to enrolling or using UTS systems, please contact the UTS Student Centre.
International Students
How will I receive my UTS Letter of Offer?
Eligible students will receive their Letter of Offer via email. A copy will be sent to your student email address, personal email address and nominated UTS agent (if appointed). If you need to update your contact details please email international.applications@uts.edu.au with a copy of your passport, UTS College Student Number and confirmation of your new email address.
When will I receive my UTS Letter of Offer?
Eligible students will receive their Letter of Offer via email usually within 2 weeks of your result release date.
What is the due date to accept the offer?
The due date to accept the offer will be listed on your Letter of Offer. International students must accept an offer before proceeding to orientation or enrolment.
What do I need to provide to accept my offer?
International students need to submit the completed acceptance form, passport copy, evidence of payment of the deposit (Flywire reference number or screenshot) and scholarship acceptance form (if eligible). Please ensure all documents are signed as per your passport. Acceptance documents can be submitted to your nominated agent or directly to UTS via the application portal or email.
How do I change my course or major?
If you have decided to change your UTS course or major you should contact reps@uts.edu.au immediately to request for your application to be reviewed for the new preference. You should request a change prior to completing your UTS College course. Course changes made after enrolling at UTS will need to be considered via an Internal Course Transfer (ICT).
Changes to your course may impact your student visa. Please ensure that you inform the Department of Home Affairs regarding any changes to your enrolment.
How can I see my subject exemptions after enrolling at UTS?
Students eligible for credit recognition will notice that the subjects they are exempted from appear grey on their study plan via My Student Admin. You will not be able to enrol into subjects you have received exemption for.
Who should I contact if I have more questions about my application before commencing at UTS?
UTS International Student Centre
Within Australia: +61 2 9514 1531
E: international.applications@uts.edu.au
In person: Level 3A, UTS Tower Building, 15 Broadway NSW 2007
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10am – 4pm
Who should I contact if I have more questions about my study plan after commencing at UTS?
Building 10 Student Centre
In person: Make an appointment
Within Australia: 1300 ASK UTS (1300 275 887)
Outside Australia: +61 2 9514 1222
Opening hours: Monday - Friday, 10am - 4pm
You can also check the on-demand resources and enrolment advice available here.
Who should I contact if I need an enrolment letter or new CoE once enrolled?
UTS International Student Centre
Within Australia: +61 2 9514 1531
E: internationalstudent@uts.edu.au
In person: Level 3A, UTS Tower Building, 15 Broadway NSW 2007
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10am – 4pm
My course requires me to study less than 24 credit points per session as a result of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Will this breach student visa requirements?
No, it won’t. If your reduced study load is due to RPL, it does not breach your visa conditions. However, you will still need to apply for permission to reduce your study load. Please visit the following page for more information and to submit your application.
Eligible students will receive their Letter of Offer via email. A copy will be sent to your student email address, personal email address and nominated UTS agent (if appointed). If you need to update your contact details please email international.applications@uts.edu.au with a copy of your passport, UTS College Student Number and confirmation of your new email address.
When will I receive my UTS Letter of Offer?
Eligible students will receive their Letter of Offer via email usually within 2 weeks of your result release date.
What is the due date to accept the offer?
The due date to accept the offer will be listed on your Letter of Offer. International students must accept an offer before proceeding to orientation or enrolment.
What do I need to provide to accept my offer?
International students need to submit the completed acceptance form, passport copy, evidence of payment of the deposit (Flywire reference number or screenshot) and scholarship acceptance form (if eligible). Please ensure all documents are signed as per your passport. Acceptance documents can be submitted to your nominated agent or directly to UTS via the application portal or email.
How do I change my course or major?
If you have decided to change your UTS course or major you should contact reps@uts.edu.au immediately to request for your application to be reviewed for the new preference. You should request a change prior to completing your UTS College course. Course changes made after enrolling at UTS will need to be considered via an Internal Course Transfer (ICT).
Changes to your course may impact your student visa. Please ensure that you inform the Department of Home Affairs regarding any changes to your enrolment.
How can I see my subject exemptions after enrolling at UTS?
Students eligible for credit recognition will notice that the subjects they are exempted from appear grey on their study plan via My Student Admin. You will not be able to enrol into subjects you have received exemption for.
Who should I contact if I have more questions about my application before commencing at UTS?
UTS International Student Centre
Within Australia: +61 2 9514 1531
E: international.applications@uts.edu.au
In person: Level 3A, UTS Tower Building, 15 Broadway NSW 2007
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10am – 4pm
Who should I contact if I have more questions about my study plan after commencing at UTS?
Building 10 Student Centre
In person: Make an appointment
Within Australia: 1300 ASK UTS (1300 275 887)
Outside Australia: +61 2 9514 1222
Opening hours: Monday - Friday, 10am - 4pm
You can also check the on-demand resources and enrolment advice available here.
Who should I contact if I need an enrolment letter or new CoE once enrolled?
UTS International Student Centre
Within Australia: +61 2 9514 1531
E: internationalstudent@uts.edu.au
In person: Level 3A, UTS Tower Building, 15 Broadway NSW 2007
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10am – 4pm
My course requires me to study less than 24 credit points per session as a result of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Will this breach student visa requirements?
No, it won’t. If your reduced study load is due to RPL, it does not breach your visa conditions. However, you will still need to apply for permission to reduce your study load. Please visit the following page for more information and to submit your application.