Support and wellbeing
University should be an unforgettable experience that changes the way you see the world. That’s why we encourage you to explore beyond the classroom and take part in the social opportunities on offer.
Student Portal
Our dedicated Student Portal makes it easy to get the information you need, when you need it. From career guidance to counselling, learning support, university news to upcoming events, you’ll gain automatic access to the portal upon accepting your offer.
Counselling
When you become a student with us, you get access to confidential and professional counselling, both in person and online. These services are available for those experiencing academic, mental health and personal concerns. Counsellors can also help to connect the wider community with specialist services.
Accessibility
Our community prides itself on being fair and inclusive. If you have a disability and/or health condition (including mental health), and you need to make any adjustments to your study program, our advisers are here to help.
Study support
We offer a range of programs and resources to help you thrive at university. These include training in time management, effective researching, assignment writing, and more.
Career guidance
Getting career advice while you’re at university eases the transition from study to work. We can assist you in making decisions about your career, finding work while you’re studying, and connecting you with employers.
Leadership and volunteering
Get involved in leadership and volunteering opportunities to develop your leadership skills, make unique connections and help others.
Scholarships
We believe that finances should never be a barrier to university. Find out more about our Pathway Scholarships.
Safe and Fair Community Unit
This is a university-wide service providing support, advice and information to keep everyone in our community safe and well. A safe and respectful University community is everybody’s responsibility.
Campus safety and security
Campus Security is available day and night to deal with any security or safety concerns.
Student wellbeing
The wellbeing of our students is extremely important to us and there are many ways we provide support.
Orientation is a key part of your journey with us. You’ll connect with other students, explore your new learning environments, and learn about all the support services available to you.
Whether you’re studying online or on-campus, we have a range of events, workshops and sessions to get you started.
Clubs and Societies are the life and soul of University life and with over 130 of them, you’re bound to find one for you. From Acrobatics to Zero Waste, and Aikido to Water Polo and Swimming, there’s something for everyone.
Clubs and Societies Day
This is the biggest event of the year on campus, and it’s a great way to sign up to your favourites and meet new people. It happens in the first week of Semester 1 each year.
Joining a Club or Society
Joining a Club or Society will help you get the most out of your university experience. You’ll build networks and friendships for life and get a great sense of belonging whilst having huge amounts of fun. So what are you waiting for? Join up today!
Search through the A-Z listing to see what’s out there. We’ve included their main contacts like Social Media accounts or emails so you can reach out and request to get involved. Each Club or Society has a different membership approach, some are free to join, others have a small fee.
In addition to purpose-built teaching and learning facilities, our campuses have a range of on-site amenities and resources. More information about our services and facilities.
The Morris Miller library is located on the Sandy Bay campus, Churchill Avenue, Sandy Bay. Locate the Library in Google Maps
- Take a virtual tour of the Morris Miller Library Level 2 (Entrance Level) | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 |
Opening Hours:
In order to adhere to Government guidelines physical distancing must be maintained in all libraries. Opening hours may change so please continue to check this page or Latest Library News and FAQs
- Look for the ‘eduroam’ network on your device
- Enter your full UTAS email address as your unsername
- Enter your UTAS password
- Connect
If you are prompted to accept a certificate for clearpass.its.utas.edu.au click ‘accept’, ‘continue’ or ‘connect’.
The eduroam network is available at all Australian Universities and research institutions using your University account details. If you are a member of another Australian University, you can use “eduroam” WiFi network, please refer to your home institute for eduroam setup.
If you are visiting and require WiFi access, please contact the IT Service Desk on +61 3 6226 2600.
- The Library has a huge range of printed and electronic information resources to help you with your studies. There are five University libraries in Hobart: the Morris Miller and Law libraries on the Sandy Bay campus, and the Clinical, Carington Smith Library in Hobart city.
- Some library learning hubs offer 24-hour access. However, access to the libraries varies depending on the academic year. Please check the current Library opening hours.
Sandy Bay campus
- The Multi Faith Centre on the ground floor of the TUSA building (at the east entrance) provides offices, a chapel and meeting place for University of Tasmania students and staff. To make a booking or to communicate about any related issue with this space, email multifaith.centre@utas.edu.au.
- A prayer room and facilities for Muslim students and staff are also available. These are located on the first floor of the TUSA building above the Multi Faith Centre. For information and access, contact Campus Security on +61 3 6226 7600.
- Find out more at What spiritual or religious support is available?
You never know when you or a friend might need the help of the Safety and Security team – whether it is because someone had an accident, needs first aid or there is an unexpected emergency.
SafeZone is a safety app which is available FREE for all students and staff, and operates across all University of Tasmania campuses and facilities – all you have to do is press a button and University Safety and Security will be able to assist.
When you become a student with us, you get access to confidential and professional counselling, both in person and online. These services are available for those experiencing academic, mental health and personal concerns. Counsellors can also help to connect the wider community with specialist services. More information about counselling and mental health support services.
Contacts for all campuses
- For emergencies, telephone the police, fire brigade and ambulance on 000 immediately.
- Urgent security matters: T: +61 3 6226 7600
- Email the Security Control Room at uth.security@utas.edu.au
- Campus Security is available day and night to deal with any security or safety concerns.
COVID-19 updates
Our community, like others around the world, has been adapting to the impacts of COVID-19. This has been a challenging period, and we realise that it has been disruptive and stressful for students.
Inclusion, diversity and equity
The University of Tasmania is committed to fostering an inclusive culture which promotes equality, values diversity and maintains a working, learning and social environment in which the rights and dignity of all its staff and students are respected.
