Admissions pathways at UTS
We believe you're more than just a number.
Our admissions pathways give you an alternative way into your course using criteria other than your ATAR.
Different admissions pathways are available to you, whether you’re applying to UTS as a new student or already studying at UTS or another university.
These pathways are for domestic students only. If you are an international student, visit international pathways.
Pathways for new students
If you don’t qualify for direct entry to UTS now, you can still study for your UTS degree through UTS College. Completing a UTS College qualification can fast-track your entry into the corresponding UTS degree.
The Jumbunna Admissions Program allows students of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds to apply for our courses through testing, assessment and an interview.
You can apply to certain courses with a Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification, such as an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma, advanced diploma or the Tertiary Preparation Certificate from TAFE or another college.
The Skills for Tertiary Admission Test (STAT) assesses a range of competencies considered important for university study. You can use your STAT test result to apply for many UTS courses.
If you didn’t finish high school or receive an ATAR, you may still be eligible for a limited ATAR. A limited ATAR is considered for entry to all UTS courses (except scholarship and accelerated nursing courses).
The U@Uni Academy is an alternate, non-ATAR entry pathway for high school students from our specific partner schools.
The UniReady Enabling Program is a free academic program specifically developed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and/or students who have experienced financial disadvantage.
Transferring from a different course
If your ATAR isn't high enough for your preferred course at UTS, consider applying for a course with lower entry requirements.
After a year of study, you can reapply for your preferred course through UAC or, in some cases, apply for a course transfer.
You don’t need to have studied with us to apply – if you studied at a different university, you can still apply for your UTS course using your previous study.