University of Tasmania

University of Tasmania Logo

University of Tasmania in 1890

Aerial view of the campus

Another sculpture in the courtyard

Mt Pleasant Radio Telescope at night

Student Center

University of Tasmania

The University of Tasmania (UTAS) is a public research university located in Tasmania, Australia. Founded in 1890, it is the fourth oldest university in Australia. The university offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs and is known for its research in marine and Antarctic studies, as well as its commitment to sustainability and environmental science.

History

The University of Tasmania was established on 1 January 1890, with the passage of the University of Tasmania Act 1889. It was the first university in Tasmania and the fourth in Australia. The university's first chancellor was Sir John Stokell Dodds, and its first lectures were held in 1893.

In 1914, the university moved to its current location in Sandy Bay, Hobart. Over the years, it has expanded to include campuses in Launceston and Burnie.

Campuses

The University of Tasmania has three main campuses:

• Sandy Bay Campus: Located in Hobart, it is the university's main campus and houses the majority of its faculties and schools.
• Newnham Campus: Situated in Launceston, it offers a range of courses and is home to the Australian Maritime College.
• Cradle Coast Campus: Located in Burnie, it provides access to higher education for the northwest region of Tasmania.

Academic Structure

The university is divided into several colleges and schools, including:

• College of Arts, Law and Education
• College of Health and Medicine
• College of Sciences and Engineering
• Tasmanian School of Business and Economics

Research

The University of Tasmania is renowned for its research, particularly in marine and Antarctic studies. It hosts the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS), which is a leading center for research in these fields. The university is also involved in various sustainability and environmental science projects.

Notable Alumni

The University of Tasmania has produced many notable alumni, including:

• Crown Princess Mary - Crown Princess of Denmark
• Christine Milne - Former leader of the Australian Greens
• Richard Flanagan - Booker Prize-winning author
• Bill Mollison - Co-originator of the permaculture concept

Related Pages

• List of universities in Australia
• Education in Tasmania

Gallery

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  Medical Science Precinct

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  School of Creative Arts

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  Launceston Campus

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  Sculpture in the courtyard

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  Medical Sciences Building

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  Mount Pleasant Radio Telescope