About Us

The University of Tasmania is the fourth oldest university in Australia (one of the original sandstone Universities) and is ranked in the top 10 Australian research universities*, the top 2 per cent of universities globally**, and the Top 300 universities in the world.

We have three Tasmanian campuses in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie, and three Sydney facilities in Rozelle, Darlinghurst and Darling Harbour. We have over 2,500 staff, and our student population includes over 31,000 undergraduates, over 600 postgraduates, and over 7000 international students. Our courses are accredited and professionally-recognised by relevant industry and professional bodies in Australia and abroad.

Tasmania is an affordable place to live, with a stunning natural environment and a welcoming community. For students looking for an exceptional, personalised university experience that will shape their future success, there is no better place to study.

The University is home to more than 20 world-class research institutes and centres, including:

Menzies Institute for Medical Research - health science and diseases

Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies - marine, Antarctic, climate change

Australian Maritime College - marine and maritime studies, biosecurity, naval architecture, maritime engineering

Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture - agriculture, plant science

Centre for Ore Deposit and Earth Sciences - minerals, ore deposits, geology

Australian Centre for Research on Separation Science - biomarkers, stationary phase selectivity, retention modelling