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University of Technology Sydney - Direct Enroll
Sydney, Australia
About the Program
Imagine taking a field trip to experience Australia’s diverse ecology and landscape for one of your environmental science courses or having full access to world-leading technology, like the Engineering Remote Laboratory where you can perform real-time experiments from anywhere and at any time. The University of Technology Sydney (UTS), a world-renowned research university with cutting-edge facilities, provides you with a comprehensive curriculum to fit your major. You’ll have access to a wide range of courses in STEM fields, and UTS’ featured programs in Data Science & Analytics and Sport & Exercise Science offer students in these disciplines a great opportunity to internationalize their degree while staying on track for graduation.
Requirements
Overview
Sydney
2/5/25 - 6/15/25
$21,795
15
Deadlines
Closed
12/1/24
Requirements
Eligibility
1 Year of College
Some courses may have prerequisites.
2.5
Where You'll Study
University of Technology Sydney
University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is a public research university located in the heart of Sydney, a five-minute walk from Central Station – Sydney’s main train and bus station and w...
CEA CAPA Sydney Center
The CEA CAPA Sydney Center is housed on University of Technology Sydney (UTS)'s campus within the Haymarket neighborhood. The Center comprises 6 classrooms, including 3 large lecture-style classrooms,...
University of Technology Sydney
University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is a public research university located in the heart of
Sydney, a five-minute walk from Central Station – Sydney’s main train and bus station and within Sydney’s creative and digital businesses precinct.
UTS features a modern campus and cutting-edge facilities and emphasizes hands-on teaching and learning styles that put students at the center of their learning experience, through collaborative projects, real-life case studies, and the integration of technology into everyday teaching.
The university is regarded as a top-ranked and highest-performing young university in Australia (THE Young University Rankings, 2024). It is ranked in the Top 100 universities in the world both by QS World University Rankings (2025) and US News Best Global Universities Rankings (2024-2025), and ranked in the Top 150 universities in the world by Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2024).
UTS offers over 130 undergraduate courses across traditional and emerging disciplines such as architecture, built environment, business, communication, design, education, engineering, information technology, international studies, law, pharmacy, and science.
CRICOS Provider Code: 00099F
TEQSA Provider Code: PRV12060
Credit Transfer Information
University of Technology Sydney utilizes credit points and represent a measure of the student’s workload by subject. Most courses at UTS are 6 credit points each, which equals 4 credits in the U.S. semester system. Credit transfer is ultimately determined by your home university. Please consult with an academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
Transcript Information
Students receive a transcript from University of Technology Sydney upon successful completion of the program. The transcript reflects local credit point for each course.
Accreditation
University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Australia. UTS’s Business School is also accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Grading
Grade conversions from CEA CAPA partner institutions abroad to a US grading scale are determined in consultation with our School of Record and benchmarked with other peer institutions in the field.
Please note that CEA CAPA can only recommend grade conversions to students’ home institutions—it is ultimately at the discretion of the home institution to convert grades from abroad to students’ academic records.
For further information or details about grade conversion for a particular host institution, please reach out to our Registrar at registrar@ceacapa.com.
Please note that CEA CAPA can only recommend grade conversions to students’ home institutions—it is ultimately at the discretion of the home institution to convert grades from abroad to students’ academic records.
For further information or details about grade conversion for a particular host institution, please reach out to our Registrar at registrar@ceacapa.com.
Classroom and Information
- Classes are taught by UTS and international faculty and represent a variety of different backgrounds.
- Periodic exams, homework assignments, and final exams will be administered.
- Attendance in all classes is mandatory and monitored by each professor.
- Teaching styles in Australia may differ from those in the U.S. Be prepared to adapt to different classroom structures and coursework expectations.
- The maximum class size for lectures vary in size between 20-100 students, while tutorials have a maximum of 20 students per class, allowing for more personalized attention from your instructors.
Amenities
Student Center
Student Lounge
Study Area
Counseling Services
University Library
Computer Lab
Student ID
Printing Services
Multi-Media
Internet Access & Wi-Fi
Career Services
Academic Advising
Student Sports Teams
Cultural Engagement
Dining Facilities
CEA CAPA Sydney Center
The CEA CAPA Sydney Center is housed on University of Technology Sydney (UTS)'s campus within the Haymarket neighborhood. The Center comprises 6 classrooms, including 3 large lecture-style classrooms, large communal space and outdoor patio, contemporary student lounge with Wi-Fi access, student computer and printing facilities, a faculty/meeting space, and administrative offices for CEA CAPA on-site student services, internship, and academic staff.
CEA CAPA courses and programs are rigorous and run in strict adherence to the Forum on Education Abroad’s Standards of Good Practice. The programs are designed to support student’s personal and professional development while exploring and analyzing urban environments abroad, through in-classroom study and out-of-classroom experiences.
CEA CAPA Sydney Center offerings include courses in wide variety of subjects including business, marketing, art, film, history, gender studies, urban studies, and more.
Transcript Information
Courses at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center are transcripted by the University of New Haven (UNH), CEA CAPA’s School of Record.
Accreditation
Courses taught at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center have been designed in conjunction with, and approved by, the University of New Haven (UNH). In addition, faculty appointments have been approved by UNH. After the successful completion of a session at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center, you will receive credit for your work from UNH. Located in Connecticut, the University of New Haven is a student-focused, comprehensive university that’s fully accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The agreement between CEA CAPA and UNH follows the highest standards of good practice in education abroad and satisfies the rigorous requirements of the University's institutional accreditor, making credits earned at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center easily transferable to US-accredited institutions. To learn more about UNH's service as a School of Record for CEA CAPA, please contact Academics@ceacapa.com.
Grading
Professors at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center carefully evaluate student's work and progress throughout their academic session. When calculating final grades, instructors consider written and oral exercises, homework assignments, attendance, classroom participation, and exam performance. The following grading system is in use at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center:
The following grading scale is in use for CEA CAPA center-delivered syllabi:
| DESCRIPTOR | ALPHA | NUMERIC | GPA | REQUIREMENT/EXPECTATION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outstanding (High Distinction) |
A | 93+ | 4.0 | Maximum grade: In addition to description for grade "A-", the participant shows detailed understanding of materials about which he or she can show independent analytical ability. This means the ability to question an issue from different perspectives and evaluate responses in an objective manner. |
| Excellent (Distinction) |
A- | 90 - 92.99 | 3.7 | Participant shows understanding of literature beyond the textbook/class hand-outs/class notes, and the work shows a high level of independent thought, presents informed and insightful discussion, and demonstrates a well-developed capacity for evaluation. |
| Very good (High Credit) |
B+ | 87 - 89.99 | 3.3 | Shows evidence of a capacity to generalize from the taught content, or the material in literature, or from class lectures in an informed manner. Also, the work demonstrates a capacity to integrate personal reflection into the discussion and an appreciation of a range of different perspectives. |
| Good (Credit) |
B | 83 - 86.99 | 3.0 | The work is well-organized and contains coherent or logical argumentation and presentation. |
| Good (Credit) |
B- | 80 - 82.99 | 2.7 | Participant shows understanding of literature beyond the textbook and/or notes, and there is evidence of additional reading. |
| Average (Good Pass) |
C+ | 77 - 79.99 | 2.3 | The work demonstrates a capacity to integrate research into the discussion and a critical appreciation of a range of theoretical perspectives. Also, the work demonstrates a clear understanding of the question and its theoretical implications and demonstrates evidence of additional reading. |
| Adequate (Pass) |
C | 73 - 76.99 | 2.0 | Shows clear understanding and some insight into the material in the textbook and notes, but not beyond. A deficiency in understanding the material may be compensated by evidence of independent thought and effort related to the subject matter. |
| Below Average (Borderline Pass) |
C- | 70 - 72.99 | 1.7 | Shows some understanding of the material in the textbook and notes. A deficiency in any of the above may be compensated by evidence of independent thought related to the subject matter. |
| Inadequate (Borderline Fail) |
D+ | 67 - 69.99 | 1.3 | Fails to show a clear understanding or much insight into the material in the textbook and notes. |
| Poor (Fail) |
D | 60 - 66.99 | 1.0 | Besides the above for D+, participant has not shown interest or engagement in the class work or study. |
| Poor (Fail) |
F | <60 | 0 | Shows little or no understanding of any of the material. |
Classroom and Information
Amenities
Student Lounge
Study Area
Counseling Services
Travel Books & Resources
Digital Resources from UNH Library
Computer Lab
Student ID
Printing Services
Multi-Media
Internet Access & Wi-Fi
Career Services
Academic Advising
Cultural Engagement
15
Credits
Program Structure & Courses
Enroll in 1 CEA CAPA course at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center and 3 UTS courses. If you are participating in the Data Science & Analytics or Sport & Exercise Science Program your UTS enrollment will be distributed as following: you will select 1-2 courses from the curated course list for that respective program, and you will select your remaining UTS course(s) from the full University of Technology Sydney course list.
UTS utilizes credit points and represent a measure of the student’s workload by subject. Most subjects at UTS are 6 credit points each, which equals 4 credits in the U.S. semester system. The CEA CAPA course is 3 credits/45 contact hours. You may earn 15 credits.
Due to differences in the Australian higher education system, there is no standard for the number of days a week a course may meet. Class meeting times vary across departments and subject areas.
The academic structure below lists a small sample of the hundreds of courses available. You will have access to introductory, intermediate and advanced courses in a wide range of courses in the fields of engineering, information technology, creative intelligence and innovation, the sciences, and much more. See below for information how to access the University of Technology Sydney website for a full list of courses.
Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
Please note that you will receive two transcripts in connection with this program: The CEA CAPA course will be transcripted by University of New Haven, while the rest of your courses will be transcripted by University of Technology Sydney.
All levels Course Structure
Courses
The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.
*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engaging Australia * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engaging Australia * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Routing and Switching Essentials | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applying Network Security | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Cryptography | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Cybersecurity * | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Data Analytics in Cyber Security | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Data Systems | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Deep Learning and Convolutional Neural Network | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Digital Trace and Identity | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Natural Language Processing | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Programming 2 | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Programming for Data Analysis | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Secure Programming and Penetration Testing | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| Social and Information Network Analysis | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
| System Security | 300 | En | 0 | 4 |
- Analytics and Data Science
- Business
- Communication
- Creative Intelligence and Innovation
- Design, Architecture and Building
- Education
- Engineering
- Health
- Information Technology
- International Studies and Social Sciences
- Law
- Science
- Transdisciplinary Innovation
Navigating the University of Technology Sydney Website for Courses
Click here to access UTS's handbook for a full list of courses with details. It includes important information and comprehensive details about course content and structure, subject and elective choices, attendance patterns, and credit-point requirements.
You can also refer to the Subjects Guide by Faculty for courses commonly taken by study abroad students.
Couple of notes to keep in mind:
- In Australia, the fall (autumn) semester occurs in the first half of the year (February to June). Spring semester occurs in the second half of the year (July to November).
- Some courses may have pre-requisites requiring students to have already completed specific courses or equivalents at a lower level. As a study abroad student, you are not expected to have taken the specific pre-requisite requirement, but you must have studied a relevant or similar course/module in your home country/institution. You should take previous academic experience into account when making course choices.
- Some courses may have co-requisites, which means that the course and the co-requisite must be taken at the same time. If no pre-requisites or co-requisites are specified, then courses should be open to all students.
- At UTS, courses are validated at a level corresponding to a particular year of study. The levels are as follows:
- L1 (Level 1), which is equivalent to the 1st year of an undergraduate degree (similar to 100 level, introductory level)
- L2 (Level 2) which is equivalent to the 2nd year of an undergraduate degree (similar to 200 level, prior knowledge is required)
- L3 (Level 3) which is equivalent to the 3rd year of an undergraduate degree (similar to 300 level, advanced level)
- L4 (Level 4) which is equivalent to the 4th year of an undergraduate degree (similar to 400 level, advanced level)
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Where You'll Stay
*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.
Apartment
Available:
Semester
Summer
Summer
Apartments are a perfect fit for students who want to experience Sydney like a local. Apartments are conveniently located in central Sydney, close to mass transportation stations with many shops, restaurants and cafes in near vicinity. In addition to shared bedrooms, you’ll have a kitchen in which to hone your cooking abilities, and lounge/dining area for relaxing or studying.
Typical Commute
Meals Included
N/A
Roommates
- 1- 2 students per bedroom
- 6-8 students per Apartment
Unit Amenities
- Shared full kitchen
- Shared bathroom
- Bed linens and towel
- Internet access
- Laundry facilities pay as you go washer and dryer
Additional Fees
This housing option carries a supplemental fee which may vary based on housing inclusions (i.e. meals, amenities, etc.) as well as program length. Exact amount will be confirmed on the housing application form.
- Semester (private room): TBC
- Shared room: No additional fee
Aparthotel
Available:
Semester
Summer
Summer
Live in an apartment hotel located within convenient access to public transportation, approximately 40 minutes by bus or train commute from the Sydney Centre. Option is slightly further from the Centre, but a shorter commute by public transport. The option included cleaning service, free laundry facilities, sauna, gym and pool. You will share your room with a peer, apartments could house between 2-6 students with the majority housing 4 students. No meal plan is included however a kitchen is provided. Towels and linen are included.
Typical Commute
- CEA CAPA Sydney Center: 40 minutes by public transport
- No more than one hour commute by public transportation to internship sites
Meals Included
N/A
Roommates
- 1-2 students per bedroom
- 2-6 students per Apartment (most housing 4)
Unit Amenities
- Shared full kitchen
- Shared bathroom
- Bed linens and towel
- Internet access
- Free Laundry facilities
- Gym
- Pool
- Sauna
- Weekly cleaning service including linen change
Additional Fees
This housing option carries a supplemental fee which may vary based on housing inclusions (i.e. meals, amenities, etc.) as well as program length. Exact amount will be confirmed on the housing application form.
- Semester (private room): TBC
- Shared room: No additional fee
Excursions
Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.
What's Included in your Program
From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Sydney. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.
- Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
- Visa & Immigration Advising
- Financial Advising
- Tuition and Registration
- Onsite Orientation
- City Tour
- Onsite Staff Support
- 24/7 Emergency Assistance
- Travel Medical Insurance
- International Emergency Service Support
- Welcome & Farewell Events
- Centrally Located Housing
- Transportation Pass
- Cultural Engagement
- Excursions
- Official Transcript(s)
Sample Calendar
Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.
You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.
Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
|
February 05
|
Arrival/Program Begins
Official Program Start Date. |
|
February 06
|
Orientation
Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation will be held. |
|
February 10
|
Orientation
Mandatory university of Technology Sydney Orientation will be held. |
|
February 17
|
Classes Begin
Classes begin at University of Technology Sydney on this day. |
|
April 14 - 17
|
School Break
University of Technology Sydney is closed for Spring Break. No classes will be held. |
|
June 14
|
Classes End
This is the last day of classes at University of Technology Sydney. |
|
June 15
|
Program Ends/Move-Out
Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day. |
Sample Budget
This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.
Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.
Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.