Program Snapshot
We're so excited that you're considering IFSA-Butler's program at the University of Technology, Sydney (UTS) for your semester or year abroad. The UTS offers a truly international experience at one of the most respected universities in Australia. We're sure you're going to love studying there!
There are a few specific forms for this program that you will need to complete along with your IFSA-Butler application. You can find the forms under the Forms tab.
What UTS has to offer
- Hands-on, career-focused education for independent, self-motivated students
- UTS's main campus is located in the heart of Sydney, a five-minute walk from Central Station
- Specialized learning assistance centers, student counseling and health services on campus
- More than 100 student clubs and societies
- Gymnasium, basketball, volleyball and badminton courts and a harborside rowing club
- Easy access to Sydney's main attractions, all within walking distance or an easy bus or train ride
Housing
- Housing is with Australian and international students in recently built UTS-managed housing
- Students purchase or prepare their own meals in shared kitchens
Academics
- Nine faculties available: business; design, architecture and building; education; engineering; humanities and social sciences; information technology; law; nursing, midwifery and health; and science
- Flexibility in combining subjects from 100 undergraduate programs
- Students take three or four courses per semester
- AACSB International accredited business school
We look forward to working with you!
Academics
Courses
Where can I find a list of courses that the university offers?Open the University of Technology, Sydney
online course catalog.
What courses am I eligible to take?As an IFSA-Butler student, you are entitled to enroll in undergraduate courses for which you are qualified and in which space is available. Course descriptions in the online course catalog (see above) include prerequisites you must fulfill in order to enroll in each course.
For each course that you list on your preference form, be sure to check the following:
- When determining which courses to take, please bear in mind that the Australian academic system is an intensive, three-year program.
- First-year (100-level) courses are appropriate for departments in which you have little or no prior experience.
- Second-year (200-level) courses will be equivalent to advanced sophomore or junior-level U.S. courses.
- Third-year (300-level) courses will be equivalent to senior-level U.S. courses.
- Fourth-year (400-level) courses and higher are part of a postgraduate degree (Masters or Ph.D.). You are not eligible to take these courses as an undergraduate study abroad student.
- Course codes are 5-digit numbers. The first two digits indicate the faculty and the rest of the code indicates the class number. For example, 22107 Accounting for Business might be called Accounting 107 here in the U.S. To find the level of the class you'd like to take, check the third digit in the course code.
- Remember in Australia, U.S. fall semester = semester 2 and U.S. spring semester = semester 1. Be sure to select courses for the correct semester you are studying abroad.
What if I need to take a required course?
Please be aware that IFSA-Butler cannot guarantee that your host university will offer a particular course, or that you will be allowed to take that particular course. However, if you need to take a required course, you may indicate that it is required on your course preference form. Your IFSA-Butler program advisor will communicate your needs to your host university.
Course Restrictions
Fourth-year (400-level) courses and higher are part of a postgraduate degree (Masters or Ph.D.). You are not eligible to take these courses as an undergraduate study abroad student.
Credits
How many courses am I able to take, and how do I determine U.S. semester credit hours?
IFSA-Butler requires students to enroll in a full course load at the host institution. A full load at UTS is 24 points, or 15-16 U.S. credit hours. The number of courses you take depends on the credit value of the courses you select. For information on the credit weight, please consult the information below.
3 UTS credits = 2 U.S. semester credit hours
4 UTS credits = 2.5 U.S. semester credit hours
6 UTS credits = 4 U.S. semester credit hours
8 UTS credits = 5.25 U.S. semester credit hours
Registration
What are the registration conditions?
You must take a full University of Technology, Sydney course load as determined by IFSA-Butler. Credit will be awarded on a Butler University transcript based on a typical U.S. full course load. All courses are graded on an A-F scale, and there is no provision for pass/fail or auditing courses unless pass/fail is the only method of assessment for the course. You are not allowed to register for online, distance education or hybrid courses.
You should also be aware that you may be charged additional fees by your home institution or host university to take or process additional credits. Taking less than a full course load may jeopardize your student status and result in personal academic repercussions and/or loss of financial aid.
The course preference form is not a registration form; it is a guideline to let your host university know which courses you are interested in taking abroad. You should discuss your course selections with your academic advisor at your home institution and have several backup choices in mind. Neither you nor the university is bound by your selections, and you will not officially register for courses until you arrive on campus.
Exams
What do I need to know about exams?
Because of the differences in the academic systems, you will not know your exam schedule until after you arrive at your host university. Please refer to your program calendar to review the exam period for your host university. Your host university's policies do not permit you to reschedule any exams, request alternate assessments or arrange to have your exams proctored in the United States. If this occurs, IFSA-Butler cannot assist you in conducting a grade query or academic follow-up for the course in which you made this arrangement. You will need to complete and submit all academic work prior to departing the program.
Transcripts
How will my home university know what my classes were and what grades I received?
After you have returned to the U.S., your home university will receive a Butler University transcript with the credit you earned at the University of Technology, Sydney. The Butler University transcript will report the equivalent U.S. semester credit hours and letter grades. We also will send an official transcript to your permanent address.
Housing
Housing Options
What are my housing options?Students live at Yura Mudang, which is shared accommodation with six to eight students in each apartment. IFSA-Butler students will be sharing with other IFSA-Butler students, Australians or other international UTS students. All apartments are either naturally ventilated or air-conditioned. This is a self-catering housing option. Students will need to provide their own linen and cooking equipment.
Meals
All accommodations are self-catering. No meal plans are available. Students will have to supply their own cooking equipment.
Housing FAQs
Is my housing included in the program fee?
Yes. Your program fee includes accommodation at the university while classes are in session. You will be responsible for any commuting costs you may incur. Australian university housing requires students to move out during breaks between semesters. If you are studying abroad for a year and wish to remain in residence during the vacation period(s), you must notify the university housing office upon arrival to make necessary arrangements. Staying in residence during these breaks may incur additional costs not covered by the IFSA-Butler program fee.
When will I receive my housing assignment?
You will most likely receive your housing assignment one to two weeks before your departure. However, in some cases you may not receive your housing assignment until you arrive in Australia for orientation. Your program advisor will notify you of your housing assignment via e-mail when it is released by the university.
Please keep in mind that while IFSA-Butler guarantees housing, we cannot guarantee your preferences.
Do I have to pay a housing deposit?
Yes. IFSA-Butler requires a refundable housing deposit of $300 before going abroad. We will return this deposit to you after March 1 for fall programs or September 1 for spring and year programs, less any fines, damages or outstanding debts in your name.
Can I arrange my own housing?
Yes. IFSA-Butler recognizes that some students require independent housing for their time abroad. If you choose not to take advantage of our guaranteed housing, you may sign up for independent housing on the housing preference form. Once you've made this choice, we will not provide housing for you or bill you for the accommodation fee.
Please be advised that housing costs can be high abroad, and many times students living independently end up spending more money than students living in IFSA-Butler arranged housing. If you are hoping to save money by arranging housing on your own, please research your options early so you can compare costs. You must notify us of your intention to live in independent housing by December 1 for spring and semester 1 programs or by May 1 for fall and semester 2 programs. We are not able to accommodate independent housing requests after these dates.
Location Info
Living and Studying Abroad in Sydney, Australia
About Sydney
Population: 4.5 million
Location: State of New South Wales, in southeast Australia
City features
- Known as the "World's Friendliest City"
- Renowned for its multicultural flavor
- At its heart is a spectacular harbor, home to the famous sails of the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge
- Distinct neighborhoods with a huge range of lifestyles and cultures, linked by excellent public transportation
- Darling Harbour is a glittering entertainment district and a hub of endless fun
- Nearby are the historic Rocks, Sydney' oldest preserved colonial district transformed into a vibrant area of pubs, cafes, restaurants and shops
Do more!
- Enjoy surfing, swimming and sunning at the beaches on the east coast of the city
- Visit the Blue Mountains in the west
- Sample wines in the Hunter Valley to the north of Sydney, where some of Australia's best wines are made
Links
City of Sydney
Travel South: A Visitor's Guide to South Coast New South Wales
City Search Sydney
Lonely Planet Sydney
Sydney Morning Herald
Dates & Fees
Program Dates
University of Technology, Sydney dates for semester 1 2012 coming soon!Click
here to view our full Australia program calendars.
Personal Cost Estimates
Personal cost estimates for semester 1 2012 coming soon!Click
here to view a full list of Australia personal cost estimates.
Expense calculator
Forms
To apply to the University of Technology, Sydney program, use our easy online application.
Applicants to the University of Technology, Sydney program must complete additional forms as part of the application process:
We must receive these forms before we can send your application to UTS for an admissions decision. They can be sent to IFSA-Butler via email, fax or regular mail. Please submit these forms with the remainder of your program application.
If you have already started an application to the University of Technology, Sydney program, you can check the status of your application using the student portal.
Meet Your IFSA-Butler Team
IFSA-Butler has a dedicated team of staff who are here to help students prepare for their program in Australia:
Assistant Director for English Speaking Programs Jenny Cataldi assists with the application process and is here to answer program, cultural and academic questions before departure. Jenny can be reached at the email link above or at 800-858-0229, extn. 4256. Jenny has been with the Institute for Study Abroad for the past five years. After studying abroad herself as an undergraduate and graduate student several times, Jenny earned a masters degree in international service and came to work for IFSA-Butler. She currently serves as the Assistant Director for English Speaking programs while advising for students in the United Kingdom, Australia and Egypt.
Student Accounts Coordinator Becki Niccum assists with the financial side of study abroad and processes payments and invoices. Becki can be reached at the email link above or at 317-940-3077.
Student & Parent Services Manager Donnetta Spears is available to both students and parents for travel questions and information. Donnetta has worked with IFSA-Butler for 11 years, and she has traveled through parts of Europe, Latin America, Australia and New Zealand. As the mother of 4 college students (including one who studied abroad on an IFSA-Butler program), she has a deep understanding of the ins-and-outs of study abroad from a parent perspective. Donnetta can be reached at the email link above or at 317-940-4252.
Once abroad, our students are in the capable hands of our on-site office, including our student services coordinator Michelle Freney. Click here to read more about Michelle.
Upon return from your study abroad program, Academic Affairs Coordinator Paige Ward processes your Butler University transcript and assists with any academic record queries. Paige graduated from Butler University, and she studied abroad for a semester in Paris, Belfast, London and the English Lake District. Studying abroad for Paige was an eye-opening and knowledge-gaining experience, and she is excited to work with students who are looking for the same. Paige can be reached at the email link above or at 800-858-0229 ext. 4254.
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