# FindyourfitinEngineeringandITatUTS

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## Explore Engineering and IT pathways to launch your career in tech!

​Choosing what to study isn’t just about ticking boxes on a form; it’s about making one of the biggest decisions of your life.

It’s exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. You’re not only weighing up the subjects you enjoy or the career you imagine, you’re asking yourself: Where will I belong? Who will I become? And how can I be sure I’m making the right choice?

### Why finding your fit matters

The right degree isn’t just about lectures and labs. It’s about discovering a place where you can learn, grow, and connect with others who share your passions. At UTS, we combine hands-on learning with a strong sense of community, so you don’t just study here; you belong here.

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  Find your people

  ## Supportive community

  Whether it’s through the [Women in Engineering and IT](https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculties/engineering-and-information-technology/partner-us/women-engineering-and-it) community, student societies, or at major events like [Tech Festival](https://www.uts.edu.au/events/uts-tech-festival), connect with a network that shares your passion and drive.
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  Learn by doing

  ## Real-world projects

  Gain hands-on experience from day one, working on [industry-connected projects](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/experience-uts/information-technology/the-power-of-hands-on-learning-and-collaboration-bringing-gaming-to-life) that prepare you for careers in engineering and IT.
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  Create and innovate

  ## Cutting-edge facilities

  Test, build and bring your concepts to life in our world-class labs, workshops and spaces; using the same tools and technologies trusted by industry.

### Hear from our students

Your university experience is shaped by more than classes. At UTS, we're all about connection and growth. Don't just take our word for it, hear what our current and former students have to say about their UTS journey.

## Stephanie never pictured herself studying IT

But at a UTS Open Day, she discovered a world of possibilities that matched her interests in design and problem-solving. With a [BIT Co-op scholarship](https://www.uts.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-information-technology-co-op) at hand, and industry placements across cybersecurity, operations and business analysis, she has now found her confidence and future in tech.

[Read more](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/experience-uts/information-technology/from-uncertainty-to-it-how-stephanie-found-her-future-at-uts)

## Olivia explored multiple paths before finding her fit

From [flexible engineering courses](https://www.uts.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-technology-flexible-engineering) to hands-on projects and STEM outreach, UTS gave Olivia the space to discover her passion in [Mechatronic Engineering](https://www.uts.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-engineering-honours-mechatronic). She's building real-world skills and growing her confidence, even as one of the few women in her classes.

[Read more](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/experience-uts/engineering/from-curiosity-to-career-olivias-mechatronic-journey)

## No two student journeys are the same

Amelia went from learning biomedical engineering to testing real medical devices that change lives. Yuka started in media, but found her fit in [IT](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/information-technology), where she’s using technology to make a global impact. Together, their stories show how your path can take unexpected turns — and lead to extraordinary opportunities.

[Read more](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/experience-uts/engineering/engineering-it-and-beyond-building-skills-for-every-future)

## Explore your pathway

UTS Engineering and IT is your gateway to exploration. Test ideas, develop practical skills, and uncover careers that can change the world, all while finding the path that fits you.

[IT skills, careers and pathways](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/experience-uts/information-technology/information-technology-at-uts-skills-careers-and-future-opportunities)
[Engineering skills, careers and pathways](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/experience-uts/engineering/engineering-at-uts-majors-careers-and-pathways-for-the-future)

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