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We’re proud to support the UTS International Alumni Award each year - it’s our way of celebrating extraordinary alumni and the chance to reconnect with familiar faces.

Last year, we had the pleasure of catching up with Pham Thi B**h Ngoc from Vietnam, the 2024 award recipient, recognised for her contributions to law and government.

Pham’s journey began right here at UTS College, where she studied Academic English before progressing to a Master of Laws at UTS. And she still has her UTS College ID card to prove it.

Now serving as the Deputy Director General of the Office for Party and Union Affairs at the Vietnam National Assembly Office, she has built an extraordinary career in government proving that women can do anything.

Read her story here: https://ow.ly/IHhH50UGEG9

It's the last day of class! And with that, we wish you a joyful holiday season filled with good memories, lots of rest, and a fresh spark of inspiration for the year ahead. ✨

If you plan to visit campus between 23 December 2024 and 1 January 2025, staff and students can access Building 5 daily from 8am to 6pm. Normal access will resume on 2 January 2025.

Students will be able to enter building common spaces areas of Building 1, Building 2, and Building 11 during this closure.

Didn't get the ATAR you needed - what now? 🤷‍♀️

That's where we come in. There are plenty of pathway options into your dream degree and career these days including us.

Recently, one of our student ambassadors, Ramya, spoke about her experience missing out on a place in Pre-Medicine at UTS due to her ATAR, which inevitably led her to UTS College. Reluctant at first, it may have just been the best thing that happened to her.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/lF4t50Urw3y

Hey Facebook! 👋

I’m Brendan, and I’ve been a Student Ambassador at UTS College for the past three years. I’ve completed a pathway program at UTS College and am now in my final year studying Business at UTS, majoring in Human Resources!

On the left, that's me in Year 12, navigating tough choices and personal challenges. Fast forward to today, and I’m the guy on the right—one of the top students in my class.

If you've had a challenging HSC and looking for advice, I'm here to share tips, insights about UTS College, or answer any other questions you’ve got.

Leave your questions in the comments or DM our page. I'll be answering them all on Wednesday 18 December!

It's time to say goodbye to 645 Harris Street. 💙

From January 2025, we’re excited to bring all UTS College students together onto one cohesive campus in Building 5. This move will provide a more connected experience, with convenient access to essential services like the Student Centre, HELPS Centre, and ITDS – all in one central location.

645 Harris Street has been home for our ELT, Foundation, and IT students and staff for nine years. It’s a space filled with stories, friendships, and achievements.

If you have a locker in this building, please remove your items and return your key by Friday 20 December.

ATAR Day is next Wednesday, and we're hosting a special online ATAR Day Q&A at 8pm. This isn't your typical info session—it's a genuine conversation with current students who have been where you have.

Join us to discover that your ATAR is just a number. Our UTS College graduates are living proof:
👨‍🔬 Lewin, is studying environmental biology at UTS to become the next David Attenborough.
🎥 Souad, graduated from a Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) at UTS this year, and works as a social video producer at Channel 10.
💼 Brendan, finished his Diploma in Business and is ready to change businesses for the better.

Register here: https://ow.ly/FYpG50UpzoS

We're hosting a Zine Fair and you're invited! 🎨

Our Diploma of Design students have been hard at work on their final project, which involves creating a zine that visually explores various contexts central to their design practices.

If you're interested in studying design with us or are an avid zine collector, check it out on Monday 16 December from 4 - 5pm in Building 5! See our students’ final projects, get the inside scoop on their experience in the diploma, and chat to teachers.

Here are some sneak peeks from Rexa Dos, Montana Napoli, Susie Kwok, and Younjung You.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/E1am50Upx7K

Meet Paniora (more commonly known as Pnuks). 👋

Originally from New Zealand and growing up in Canterbury Bankstown, Pnuks’s path to education wasn’t a straightforward one. After discovering he was eligible for HECS-HELP, he decided to take the leap into higher education and found UTS College to be the perfect fit. There, he honed his skills in social media and communication, ultimately leading him to become a TikTok sensation.

Now studying a Bachelor of Communication (Digital and Social Media) at UTS, Pnuks credits his success to the tailored support and inclusive environment at UTS College. As someone living with a disability, he’s especially grateful for the accessible services that made his transition into academia smooth and welcoming.

Read his story here: https://ow.ly/s39a50UoPAw

Come say hi to us at UTS Info Day next Wednesday 18 December from 9am - 3pm! 👋

ATAR day is nearly here but if the UAC offer doesn’t go quite as planned, don’t panic – we’ve got you covered!

Join one of our info sessions at 10am and 1pm to get an in-depth overview of who we are, what we do, and how our pathways can lead you to UTS or swing by the UTS College Advising Hub (Level 5, Building 1) all day to chat to our staff and students.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/2nj150Uo2C5

Last month, we celebrated UTS College Sri Lanka’s 5 Year Anniversary in Colombo with special guests, staff, agents, and school representatives. 🎉

It was a great opportunity to celebrate this community and thank everyone who supported us through challenges like the 2019 Easter bombings, COVID lockdowns, political upheaval, and the economic crisis.

“UTS College Sri Lanka is such a clear example of the College’s spirit of innovation and quality. The staff and students are wonderful, and through the College in Colombo all of you have put UTS on the map in the Sri Lankan community,” said Morwenna (CEO of UTS College) in her speech at the event.

Learn more about UTS College Sri Lanka here: https://ow.ly/2q1g50UjEZZ

Take a break from assignments and focus on your wellbeing tomorrow (Tuesday 3 December) at our Stress-less Day.

Here's what's on:
💆‍♀️ 11am - 4pm: Massages for Students – HELPS Centre
🍎 12pm - 2pm: Free Fruit – Building 5 & 645 Harris Street
🏃‍♂️ 12pm - 2pm: Health Challenges & Quizzes – Building 5
🌸 12pm - 2:30pm: Flower Arrangement by the UTS College Alumni Club – Building 5

Don’t miss out on these free activities – register here: https://ow.ly/kbpE50UiL3J

Deck the halls of UTS College, fa la la la la, la la la la. 🎄

Join us today (Thursday 21 November) from 12:30 - 1:30pm (AEST) at the Student Lounge of 645 Harris Street Building.

Help decorate the campus tree with ornaments or make your own personalised decoration using a polaroid photo taken on the day. You’ll get to hang your creation on the tree and take one home as a keepsake! Plus, you might even spot Santa spreading some holiday cheer.

More info here: https://ow.ly/A9WA50UbsMQ

Hey parents! 👋

Looking at options for your child after the HSC? Not sure about the next steps or university options? We've got you covered!

Join us tonight for our HSC Parents Information Session. This is a unique opportunity for parents to understand the range of study options available to help their child achieve their dreams, no matter their HSC results.

📅 Wednesday 13 November
📍 Online
🕕 7:30 - 8:30pm (AEST)

Register here: https://ow.ly/yjg150U5Ol5

Congratulations Year 12s! You've made it to the end of the HSC. 🎉

We think that's a pretty monumental achievement, no matter what way your ATAR goes. Take time to celebrate, rest up, and research your uni options.

And if you think you might not get the ATAR you need, you can spend a year with us and go straight through to most UTS degrees. Plus, you'll finish with a diploma and a degree.

Find out more about us here: https://ow.ly/qtOO50TYXST

Starting college and moving to Sydney can be a big change, and our Peer Mentoring program helps new students feel right at home!

By connecting new students with friendly, experienced student mentors, this program covers everything from navigating uni life to discovering the best spots around Sydney. 🌟

With regular catch-ups (like last month’s meet-up), our new students build friendships, get useful tips, and feel more confident as they kick off their studies.

We personally love this program because we’ve seen how much of a difference it makes—especially for international students settling into a new country.

Learn more here: https://ow.ly/sh5V50TYXI4

It’s our favourite time of year—graduation season! 🎓

Congratulations to all the students who started their journey with us at UTS College and are now walking across the UTS graduation stage!

From those first days at Welcome Week to now finishing your degree, we've loved watching your journey and can't wait to see what the future holds for you.

A haunted house but it's your ATAR score. 👻

Back-up options here: https://ow.ly/UVnf50TX6FT