From Norway to Sydney: Top tips for Study Abroad and Exchange at UTS
We sat down with Emma, one of our Autumn 2022 (February - June 2022) Study Abroad and Exchange Program ambassadors, to get an inside...
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UTS Study Abroad and Exchange
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What's it like to live in the fourth most liveable student city in the world*, as well as, study at the top-ranked young university in Australia**? Keep reading to find out.
* QS Best Student Cities 2016
** QS Top 50 Under 50 2016-2017
- Nov 22, 2019
- 2 min
A fabulous semester at UTS
I chose to study for a semester at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) for its reputation but also of course for its location:...
- Nov 20, 2019
- 5 min
Sydney like a local!
Name: Julia Course of Study: Sports & Exercise Science Country: Germany Home University: University of Leipzig IG: @julia.reppel |...
- Nov 18, 2019
- 2 min
Surf Trip Sydney-Brisbane
When I decided to do my study abroad exchange semester in Australia, all I could think about was to achieve one of these great road...
- Nov 13, 2019
- 2 min
A Spot to Visit: Hillsong Church
Hello! My name is Jacob Lagus. I am studying at UTS on exchange from St. Olaf College in the United States, where I am studying...
- Nov 12, 2019
- 2 min
From Switzerland to Down Under
From the sleeping nest of St. Gallen to the cosmopolitan city of Sydney. New people, new university and new adventure - first steps in a...
- Nov 5, 2019
- 3 min
3rd time's the charm: magnetic Sydney
Fabian Zaja Product / Industrial Design HTW Berlin (Germany) Instagram: @fabian.zaja Studying at UTS means you got lucky. I feel very...
- Oct 31, 2019
- 2 min
A Sunday in Sydney
Australia seems to have a lot of different places to discover, but you will not have to leave Sydney to find fabulous places. On arrival,...
- Oct 29, 2019
- 3 min
Can you do the perfect week? 7 days – 7 sunrises
David Wenderdel Software Engineering Westphalian University (Germany) Instagram: @david_wenderdel Facebook: David Wenderdel I’m typing...
- Aug 29, 2019
- 5 min
A Real 'Wild' Birthday
It's not everyday that someone says that they've had breakfast with a koala, and I am one of the fortunate ones. Being a study abroad...
- Jul 29, 2019
- 2 min
UTS Clubs Day
Hey there! I’m Huyen from Germany and currently doing my study abroad semester at UTS. Before coming here I was curious about what clubs...
- Jul 3, 2019
- 2 min
Norway to UTS: My Experience
My name is Kristin and I am a study abroad student from Norway. I am here for one semester and it’s been an amazing and educational...
- Jun 26, 2019
- 1 min
10 ‘must do’ things in Sydney
1. Catch the ferry with the locals to Manly for priceless views of Sydney Harbour. 2. Visit the iconic Sydney Opera House; see a...
- Jun 25, 2019
- 2 min
A day in the life
Felix Frankfurt, Germany Hi, my name is Felix. I am 25 years old, and I am excited to share some of my experiences in Australia with you!...
- Jun 5, 2019
- 2 min
UTS Housing - The place where you should live
Living at Yura Mudang Depending on your course, it takes 3 minutes to walk to the classrooms, 5 minutes to walk to the library or Central...
- May 30, 2019
- 3 min
How to find a student job in Sydney
REAL TALK: Studying in a city like Sydney may be super exciting -but for most of us, it’s quite expensive compared to our home countries....
- May 23, 2019
- 2 min
Take a break - drink a coffee
Hi everyone! My name is Luisa and I am studying business law in Germany, Konstanz. Currently, I am staying at the UTS housing...
- May 22, 2019
- 2 min
Fly halfway around the world to discover Sydney...
Five years ago I never even dared to dream that I would ever land in Australia. Not to mention to study there. The interest to get out of...
- May 9, 2019
- 4 min
Alumni takeover: Becoming a successful writer after being a study abroad student at UTS
Hi, my name is Carly Quellman and I am originally from Southern California. I was studying interior design at Sacramento State University...
- Apr 24, 2019
- 2 min
Looking for a day trip in the winter months?
Hi everyone! I’m Charlotte from Germany. I’m doing my Master degree in Legal Management at the HTWG Konstanz and this term I took three...
- Apr 17, 2019
- 2 min
German country girl explores the world!
Already during my bachelor/undergraduate studies, I decided to spend one semester abroad in Australia. I wanted to go to Australia to...
- Apr 16, 2019
- 2 min
Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk (the best 6km of your life)
The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk is one of my favorite things to do on a sunny day in Sydney. It is the perfect activity if you're...
- Apr 16, 2019
- 3 min
First weeks in Sydney as a study abraod student
You arranged everything for your semester abroad, finished the exams in your home town and without even noticing you are already sitting...
- Jan 29, 2019
- 2 min
From a Small, German Country Town to Sydney
Loreen Tischler Course: Public Communication Country: Germany University: Hochschule Osnabrueck My heart is beating fast and thousands of...
- Jan 23, 2019
- 3 min
Brunch, sunsets and wild kangaroos
Daniel Topalovic Course: MSc Business Innovation and Management Consulting Country: Germany University: Hochschule München UTS Year and...
- Dec 12, 2018
- 2 min
10 Hints for your very own Sydney adventure…
Hi everyone! My name is Johanna, I’m a German Hotel Management student and I spent one semester at UTS. Having decided to move to Sydney...
- Dec 5, 2018
- 2 min
Sydney Advice Guide
Listen up y'all! Now that the semester has come to an end, I want to give some advice for the upcoming students! Traffic Sydney is a...
- Nov 28, 2018
- 2 min
Find what you love, now make it a part of Study Abroad
A lot of us have our favorite things, things that we do every time that we are home. Being in a different country does not have to mean...
- Nov 23, 2018
- 2 min
Coffee, a Baby Monitor and the Beach
Lennart Ullner Course: Business Country: Germany University: Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin UTS Year and Session: Spring...
- Nov 20, 2018
- 3 min
Just the Beginning
Anthony Castelo Hometown: Edison, New Jersey, USA Home University: Villanova University, Villanova, Pennsylvania, USA What I Study: Civil...
- Nov 13, 2018
- 2 min
Valentin in #TakeOverTuesday
Valentin Voelckel Tirol/Austria Home University and Country: Management Center Innsbruck (Austria) Studying: Management, Communication...
- Nov 8, 2018
- 2 min
Throwback Thursday with Axel
Axel Hansson Course: Engineering Country: Sweden Home university: Linköping University $3 Sunday trips in Sydney Hi everyone! My name is...
- Oct 17, 2018
- 2 min
Surfs up
Hi guys! A few weeks ago me and my friends attended our first surf camp here in Australia. The camp is located 2 hours south of Sydney in...
- Aug 16, 2018
- 2 min
Sydney getaway
A DAY TRIP TO THE FIGURE EIGHT POOLS Hello guys! Last week my friends and I took a daytrip to the famous figure eight pools, which is...
- Aug 8, 2018
- 2 min
Your future favourite places for catching sunsets in Sydney!
Hi everyone! My name is Anna and I am a Study Abroad Student from Germany. I am studying Business Law at the University of Applied...
- Jul 30, 2018
- 3 min
A Dog-Lover's Guide to Sydney
Any animal lovers out there? Studying abroad has been one of the most exciting adventures of my life and I would not trade it for the...
- Jul 18, 2018
- 3 min
How to "UTS Study Abroad"
New semester, new country, new challenges. A semester abroad can be both, very frightening as well as very exciting at the same time at...
- Jun 15, 2018
- 1 min
VIVID Sydney 2018
Vivid Sydney is the world's largest festival for music, light and creative ideas and is taking place for the tenth time this year. For...
- Jun 7, 2018
- 2 min
A Day Off in Sydney
A guide to relax from midterms, impressions and night outs! If you are looking for a day off from all the impressions, a day to reflect...
- May 20, 2018
- 2 min
Americans Try Australian Snacks
Being a foodie traveling to Australia for the first time, I knew I needed to try all the popular Australian snacks I could find. When I...
- May 11, 2018
- 3 min
Looking for 4 days of adventure and pure beauty around Sydney? Here's what to do!
If you are looking for a short and quite cheap (AU$150-200) camping adventure near Sydney to get rid of all the Uni stress for a while...
- May 4, 2018
- 2 min
Sunday, Fun Day!
Sunday is known as the "day of rest". But in Sydney, that is not the case for most people. Sunday is the day of cheap fares so travel,...
- Apr 9, 2018
- 4 min
Sydney's Amazing Walks
Hey, I am Erik and I have been studying at UTS for one year, being a study abroad student from Germany. After I was asked to write an...
- Dec 1, 2017
- 3 min
Sydney!
Hi!! I am Maud and I come from Paris. I decided to study at The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) to finish the third year of my...
- Nov 23, 2017
- 1 min
Announcing the UTS Study Abroad Video Competition winners!
We are thrilled to finally announce the winners of the inaugural UTS Study Abroad Video Competition! The competition was open to all...
- Nov 3, 2017
- 4 min
Hannah's Surf Camp Experience!
Heey everyone! My name is Hannah and I am a 20-year-old Industrial Design student from the Netherlands. I study at the UTS for an...
- Oct 16, 2017
- 3 min
Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
What is your favourite Sydney activity? I'm going to share mine; the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk! In my opinion, this is an activity you...
- Sep 25, 2017
- 2 min
Loving life in Sydney
A new city, a new story..… Emotions, lots of emotions, fear, luggage, agitation, 24 hours flight, long way. Sydney, new places,...
- Aug 7, 2017
- 2 min
Picnic Spots in Sydney
Spring's just around the corner and we know everyone loves outdoor activities! What a better way to welcome the warm weather than with a...
- Jul 24, 2017
- 2 min
The Study Abroad and Exchange Team's Guide to Sydney
We cannot wait to welcome you to UTS for the Spring 2017 session! At this stage you are probably in Australia, in an airport or flying...
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