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About UB...
The University of Ballarat (UB) is a medium sized, modern Australian University. It was originally established in 1870 as the Ballarat School of Mines, making it the third oldest tertiary institution in Australia. Early in its history, it developed an enviable reputation for applied arts and sciences and close links to industry. This tradition continues. It was declared a University in 1994.
The University is funded by the Australian Government, is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities and is internationally recognised,
The University is renowned as an institution that prepares its graduates for successful employment. Courses and curricula are continually monitored and adapted to meet society and industry demands. The University receives a five-star rating from graduates for the quality of the educational experience.
The University of Ballarat is particularly noted for its strengths in business, information technology, environmental sciences and management, food technology, behavioural and social sciences, humanities, human movement and sports science, education, nursing and health studies, rural and regional studies and the visual and performing arts.
UB offers courses and study pathways from English language, certificate, diploma and advanced diploma through to undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and advanced research. Small class sizes allow for personal contact with professors and teachers.
FAST FACTS
- Established in 1870, declared a University in 1994
- Government funded, public university
- Two Divisions - TAFE (Polytechnic) and Higher Education
- Six campuses - Mt Helen, SMB, Camp street, Ararat, Stawell, Horsham
- 19,000 students. 1,800 international students
- Small class sizes
- 5 star graduate rating for quality of the educational experience
- Outstanding sporting and leisure facilities
- Close links to industry and technology
- 4 star for 'getting a job' and for ' starting salaries'
Teaching methods and learning resources
The programs prepare students for higher studies through a variety of teaching methods including classes, tutorials, group work and presentations. All subjects are supported by reference texts and study guides, while some are supported by software packages. Students are provided with a booklist prior to the commencement of their course.
Tertiary entrance rank
Each state of Australia administers its own curriculum and examinations. The final results achieved by each student in the respective state examinations and assessments in Year 12 are recalculated to determine a student's Equivalent National Tertiary Entrance Rank (ENTER). This rank is then used by Australian universities to select students to fill undergraduate places.
Taylors College offers senior high school programs.
The College also offers foundation year programs on behalf of:
- The University of Sydney
- The University of Western Australia
- Monash University
- The University of Auckland
- Auckland University of Technology
Taylors College is also linked with Murdoch University to offer Certificate and Advanced Diploma programs.
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