Enabling UTS talent to design, build and ship Apple-platform apps with real impact. 

We provide high-quality support at UTS for creators with big ideas and the drive to make them real.  

At the Apps Lab, UTS students and Startups get the tools and guidance they need to create standout app success. In close collaboration with Apple, we offer industry-leading mentors, purpose-built workspaces, and hands-on help at every stage of the journey. This is where innovation grows, skills level up, and ideas turn into impact. 

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Here’s what we offer

Support at Apps Lab is tailored to your needs. You define what success looks like and we’re here to help you get there. 

Expert Consultations

Regular one-on-one sessions with expert mentors to plan next steps, unblock challenges, and sharpen your strategy. We tailor support to where you’re at and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
 
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Developer Community

We connect you to a powerful network at UTS and beyond, linking you with the right partners and resources to grow your ideas. You’ll also join a passionate community of UTS developers, alumni, and mentors who are here to support you. 
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Launch Support

Launching an app can feel daunting. That’s where we come in! We guide you through TestFlight, boost your App Store readiness, and support your marketing so you can launch with confidence. 
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Free Workspaces

Access dedicated workspaces that are free and fully equipped for testing, collaboration and deep work. Workspaces are located conveniently on UTS campus. 
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Our Team

Sebastian Groundstroem

Sebastian Groundstroem

HCI Mentor

Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology

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Hiba Rehman

Hiba Rehman

Casual Academic

Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology

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Firas Al-Doghman

Firas Al-Doghman

Lecturer

Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology

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Shuvam Shrestha

Shuvam Shrestha

Research Assistant – IOS Design And Development

Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology

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Our partners

With strong industry networks, we connect you to unique opportunities at UTS & beyond.

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Lab Spotlight

Team UTS take on the Swift Student Challenge

Apps Lab formed the first ever Team UTS cohort for the Swift Student Challenge 2026. Submitting high-quality apps and creating a community.

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Apps Lab at the ICC Startups Summit

The Apps Lab team connected with high school students eager to explore entrepreneurship and the pathways available at UTS to bring their apps to life.

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Apps Lab is a full UTS Alumni Team!

We collaborated with the UTS Alumni team to bring to life a small showcase on our team. Read how this gives us a unique advantage in the app development process at UTS.

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Keen to learn more?

If you’re a UTS Student, Startup or a potential partner interested in UTS Apps Lab, send an email to apps.lab@uts.edu.au & we’ll be in touch very shortly! 

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