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Received a UAC slipback offer? Here's what you need to know.

A UAC slipback offer is a great option to help you achieve your goals of studying at UTS. Here's an example:

You applied for a Bachelor of Business at UTS, but didn't get in. While you're not eligible for direct entry to the business degree, UTS advise you may be eligible for its pathway Diploma of Business program at UTS College.

A UTS College diploma guarantees you entry to your dream UTS degree, with most diplomas fast-tracking you to second year UTS*.

Entry to UTS College is based on your HSC subject average, not your ATAR^. You'll receive your choice of tailored support to get you university- and career-ready. Learn more

If you've received a UAC slipback offer, you still need to apply to UTS College and take steps to receive and accept your UTS College offer to one of our diploma programs. Read the next section to find out how.

Apply now to secure your UAC slipback offer

  1. Choose your diploma - you can also explore our diplomas below
  2. Read our easy 'how to apply' guide
  3. Apply by 16 February, 2024
   

If you have any questions about your UAC slipback offer, application process or want to find out more about UTS College, please contact our Student Advisers at courses@utscollege.edu.au or call us on 1800 896 994.

Your way to UTS

We're the pathway provider to UTS to prepare you for success in your university studies. Our programs guarantee you a place at UTS and allow you to fast-track into the second year of your chosen UTS degree.*

UTS College is part of the university, so you'll have access to UTS’s world-class facilities and experience uni life from day one. You'll benefit from our small class sizes and your choice of tailored academic and wellbeing support.

* Guaranteed entry to UTS is based on successful completion of your diploma and depends on the course you choose. Entry to second year of UTS depends on the course you choose. See individual course pages for details

  1. Guaranteed entry to your UTS degree when you successfully complete your diploma*.
  2. All of our diplomas let you put credit points towards your UTS degree as recognition of prior learning.
  3. Most of our diplomas can even fast-track you to the second year of your chosen UTS degree*.
  4. Small in class size and big on support to help you with your studies.
  5. Same educational outcomes as first-year UTS students so you progress to UTS smoothly.
Get support that suits your learning
  • Benefit from small class sizes for more academic support
  • Attend 1-1 learning support sessions
  • Book a time with a peer mentor or Study Success Adviser to help you create a study plan, build your time management skills and more
  • Use our 24/7 study help app to get writing and academic support wherever you are, whenever you need it 

UTS College is part of UTS, so you'll have access to UTS’s world-class facilities and experience uni life from day one. All of our diplomas are developed in collaboration with UTS and you will experience the same learning outcomes as first-year UTS students.

The main difference though is support. UTS College's small class size and your choice of tailored support will help you get on track with your studies and prepare you for university study at UTS.

Access FEE-HELP - for eligible students only.
 

See how your UTS College diploma progresses you to your dream UTS degree.
If you have any questions about your UAC slipback offer, application process or want to find out more about UTS College, please contact our Student Advisers at courses@utscollege.edu.au or call us on 1800 896 994.

UTS College diplomas  

Animation Production

Animation Production

Our Diploma of Animation Production will fast-track you to second year of the highly sought after UTS Bachelor of Animation Production.
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Business

Business

Our Diploma of Business will fast-track you to second year of the highly sought after UTS Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Economics, or the first year of a UTS law degree.

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Communication

Communication

Secure your place at Australia’s leading Communication School with our Diploma of Communication and gain 52 credit points. You can fast-track to second year of a UTS communication degree (depending on your major), or the first year of a UTS law degree.

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Design & Architecture

Design & Architecture

Get direct entry into NSW’s top-ranked design school. Our Diploma of Design & Architecture gives you up to 36 credit points towards your UTS design degree.

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Engineering

Engineering

Study our Diploma of Engineering; you’ll do the same subjects as first year UTS students then move into second year of a UTS engineering degree.

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Information Technology

Information Technology

Like UTS, the IT industry is built on innovation! Study the Diploma of Information Technology and step into second year of your chosen UTS Information Technology degree.

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Science

Science

Our Diploma of Science takes you to second year of a UTS Bachelor of Science across a multitude of majors. Enjoy practical experience from day one.

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<strong>Kym</strong>, graduated from a Diploma of Business at UTS College and is currently studying a Bachelor of Business at UTS.

Pathways like UTS College are proof that your ATAR doesn’t make or break you. You can still get into uni and reach your potential. This is how I got into UTS.

”

Kym, graduated from a Diploma of Business at UTS College and is currently studying a Bachelor of Business at UTS.

<strong>Tea</strong>, graduated from a Diploma of IT at UTS College and a Bachelor of Science in IT from UTS.

UTS College helped me transition to university and get into the UTS IT degree I wanted. The smaller classes and extra support helped me rebuild confidence in my academic ability.

”

Tea, graduated from a Diploma of IT at UTS College and a Bachelor of Science in IT from UTS.

<strong>Megan</strong>, graduated from a Diploma of Science at UTS College and is currently studying a Bachelor of Forensic Science.

Your ATAR doesn’t define who you are. There are pathways like UTS College to help get you into the degree you really want to pursue. So, don’t give up hope - fight for what you want to do.

”

Megan, graduated from a Diploma of Science at UTS College and is currently studying a Bachelor of Forensic Science.

Frequently asked questions

Our next intake is Semester 1 which commences on 27 February 2023. Classes begin 6 March 2023. 

You can apply until 5pm on 20 February, 2023.

If you have a UTS College offer, you have until 22 February, 2023 to accept.

We encourage all students to apply and accept their offer as early as possible so you are well-prepared for when Semester 1 starts 27 February, 2023.

31 March, 2023.

Domestic students are not assessed on ATAR. Entry is based on your HSC subject average which must include English and your top three board-developed courses.

Below are the minimum HSC subject averages needed for our diplomas:

  • 75% for the Accelerated (eight month) diploma
  • 67% for the Standard (12 month) diploma

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
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).

UTS College diplomas are offered over eight months (accelerated) or 12 months (standard).

The diploma program you undertake will be based on your HSC subject average and the pace of learning you wish to undertake. For example, the eight-month accelerated program has a slightly higher study load and therefore requires a higher HSC subject average for entry. 

Reach your potential to excel at UTS and beyond with our highly supportive, interactive and personalised learning experience. Learning.Connected has redesigned the way you learn.

We’ve explored the research and taken our 30+ years’ experience in pathway education to create a new way of learning that puts you, the student, at the centre. With the constant guidance and support of your teachers, Learning.Connected empowers you to reach your potential and build your confidence.

You’ll use leading technology to develop deep subject knowledge in fun and unexpected ways, escalate your learning in live classes, and benefit from extra all-round support.

Plus, you’ll take part in leadership and social activities, to become a self-assured and independent learner, ready for UTS and your future career.

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We offer premium higher education diplomas and as a private institution we don’t receive government funding.  We also limit are classes to less than 20 students, so students benefit from our personalised approach to learning.  The investment is $33,000 for an accelerated (8 month diploma) or standard (12 month) diploma.

Eligible Australian students can apply for FEE-HELP, which means you can study now and pay later. 

FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme designed to assist eligible students in paying part or all their tuition fees. Australian citizens, holders of humanitarian permanent resident visas and some New Zealand citizens are eligible for FEE-HELP assistance.

During the application process you will be asked to submit a ‘Request for FEE-HELP’ form which will be assessed by our team. Instructions on how to complete the form will be provided to you in your offer letter. 

If you’d like further information on FEE-HELP you can download the study assist FEE-HELP booklet.

When you complete your diploma, you will receive a Grade Point Average (GPA). Students who meet the minimum GPA for their desired course at UTS will receive a guaranteed place. And, depending on the course chosen, you may also be able to fast-track to second year at UTS. GPA requirements for each UTS degree can be found in our student guide.

 

Australian students can apply online, or if you’d like any help with your application you can call the UTS College team on free call 1800 896 994.

* 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. 

^Conditions apply. Academic entry is based on your HSC subject average  of English and your three best board-developed courses. HSC subject average eligibility:

  • 75% or higher: choose an 8-month Accelerated diploma or 12-month Standard diploma
  • 67% or higher: choose a 12-month Standard diploma or 16-month Extended diploma
  • 63% or higher: 16-month Extended diploma