Study Tours & Short Courses
Specialised group programs that suit a range of purposes…
The dedicated Study Tours office, located within our University owned English Language Centres can provide you with a customised program that is best suited to your group’s needs. Ranging from English language development and practice through to professional courses, we cater to a variety of career, research and interest areas.
English language programs
- Two options available – EITHER join regular classes* in the UTAS English Language Centre OR study in a stand-alone group class with a customised language program to suit specific needs and language level
- Build English language proficiency in all skill areas while participating in lively, motivating, yet challenging language classes
- Opportunities to communicate, and connect with others from a variety of international and local backgrounds
- Small class sizes allow for individual interaction and personal attention
- Plenty of opportunity to practise English
- Certificate on completion
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Customised professional development programs
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Cultural, tourist and leisure activites
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*The English Language Centre provides classes across 7 language levels throughout the year. Classes operate on a module basis (5 weeks) with fixed start and finish dates ELC module dates. Flexible arrangements in relation to dates and module length can be negotiated for group Study Tours only.
All Study Tour programs include:
- Airport transfers
- Orientation and campus tour
- Student ID card
- Information pack
- Certificate of Completion
- Support services
Optional services include:
- Guided city tour
- Group supervisors
- Cultural, tourist and leisure activities
- Buddy program
- Formally organised welcome and graduation functions
- Public transport cards
The UTAS experience
While studying at the University of Tasmania and the English Language Centre participants’ will experience:
- A friendly English speaking environment
- Excellent English language instruction with a strong communication focus from highly-qualified teachers
- Learning in a safe, secure and modern environment
- Enjoyable interaction with other students and staff, enabling life-long friendships
- Personalised attention
- Ready access to lecturers and tutors
- The Australian way of life in a city with all the benefits but without the stress
Program participants will also have access to:
- Program support services (health, safety and wellbeing)
- University amenities including banks, post office, book shops & newsagent, cafeteria and cafes
- University facilities including UTAS Sport and Recreation Centre, libraries, computer laboratories, wireless internet connection
- Easy-to-use public transport to and from the university campus
Why choose Tasmania?
Australia’s most southerly state is renowned for its natural beauty, its clean, green, environment, its breathtaking island scenery and its rare and distinctive wildlife. Yet it has much more:
- A relaxed friendly way of life
- Uncrowded cities steeped in history but with all the essential modern conveniences
- A university with a long tradition of excellence in teaching and research
- A vibrant cultural life and a flourishing arts, theatre and music scene
- First-class sporting and recreational activities
Everybody who visits Tasmania discovers something truly unique.
Accommodation
Staying with an Australian family in Homestay is a wonderful way to experience the Australian lifestyle and help improve English skills. Alternatively, arrangements can be made for study tour participants to stay at University residential colleges* or in hotels, apartments or hostels located near the campus.
*Residential colleges are only available at specific times
Costs
Programs are tailored to the needs of each group so fees vary depending on length and type of program chosen, accommodation, and any optional activities or services required.
The following per person costs apply to Study Tour programs:
English language class (ELC module/per week) |
$1425/285 |
Accommodation – Homestay (per week) |
$235 |
Accommodation placement fee (non-refundable) |
$185* |
Airport Transfers to and from University |
$100* |
Administration and coordination fee |
$250* |
Materials fee |
$100* |
*inclusive of GST
Why Wait?
For further information
Email: Studytour@utas.edu.au
Telephone: +61 3 6226 2588
Fax: +61 3 6226 7607










