Love telling stories, creating content, exploring social issues or making an impact?
UTS Open Day is your chance to discover where a future in Communication and Social Sciences could take you.
From journalism and creative production to AI and hands-on workshops, here are some of the must-see sessions to add to your Open Day plan.
Communication at UTS: Creative Writing, Journalism and Social & Political Sciences
Time: 10:00am–11:00am and 1:00pm–2:00pm
Location: Building 10, Level 7, Aerial Function Centre (Room 1: Harris & Jones)
Discover the Bachelor of Communication and explore how you can combine two specialisations to match your interests in this information session. Learn about Creative Writing, Journalism, and Social and Political Sciences, and see how industry projects and work-integrated learning prepare you for a wide range of careers.
Perfect for: Future journalists, writers, storytellers and changemakers.
Communication at UTS: Public Relations & Advertising, Digital & Social Media and Media Business
Time: 11:15am–12:15pm and 1:00pm–2:00pm
Location: Building 10, Level 7, Aerial Function Centre
Explore how the Bachelor of Communication prepares you for careers in PR, advertising, digital and social media, and media business in this information session. Hear from academics and current students about industry experiences, internships and real-world projects.
Perfect for: Creative communicators, content creators and future marketing professionals.
Future Careers: How UTS is Preparing Students for an AI World
Time: 9:15am–9:45am
Location: Building 1, Level 5, Great Hall
Artificial intelligence is transforming every industry. Join UTS experts in this feature session to explore how AI is shaping the future of work and discover how UTS is preparing students with the skills to thrive in an AI-enabled world.
Perfect for: Students curious about technology, innovation and future careers.
Careers in Creative Production
Time: 11:30am–12:00pm
Location: Building 1, Level 4, Room 6
Meet the academics behind UTS's new Bachelor of Creative Production and learn about career opportunities in animation, film, and music and sound design in this feature session. Bring your questions and discover where a career in the creative industries could take you.
Perfect for: Aspiring filmmakers, animators, musicians and creative storytellers.
Creative Production in Media Arts
Time: 10:00am–10:30am
Location: Building 1, Level 5, Great Hall
Explore UTS's new Bachelor of Creative Production in Media Arts in this information session and discover how you'll build practical skills in directing, producing, scriptwriting, cinematography and editing. Learn from industry professionals and gain the experience to launch your creative career.
Perfect for: Future filmmakers, directors and content creators.
Media Arts and Production – Gear Demo
Time: 9:30am–10:00am, 10:30am–11:00am, 11:30am–12:00pm, 12:30pm–1:00pm and 1:30pm–2:00pm
Location: Building 3, Level 1, Bon Marche Studio
Step onto a real film set and experience the equipment used by industry professionals. Try cutting-edge cinema cameras, explore professional lighting techniques and see what it's like to study Creative Production in Media Arts at UTS.
Perfect for: Hands-on learners, aspiring filmmakers and anyone curious about film production.
Creative Production in Animation
Time: 10:00am–10:30am
Location: Building 10, Level 7, Aerial Function Centre (Room 2: Broadway and Thomas)
Discover how you'll develop the creative and technical skills to bring stories to life through animation in this information session. Learn about hands-on projects, industry-focused learning and opportunities to build your own creative portfolio.
Perfect for: Artists, illustrators and visual storytellers.
Creative Production in Music and Sound Design
Time: 10:45am–11:15am
Location: Building 10, Level 7, Aerial Function Centre (Room 2: Broadway and Thomas)
Learn how UTS's new Bachelor of Creative Production in Music and Sound Design prepares you for careers across music, film, television, games and digital media in this information session. Discover the hands-on learning experiences and professional facilities that will help you build an industry-ready portfolio.
Perfect for: Musicians, producers, sound designers and audio storytellers.
Music and Sound Design Workshop
Time: 9:30am–10:00am, 10:30am–11:00am, 11:30am–12:00pm, 12:30pm–1:00pm and 1:30pm–2:00pm
Location: Building 3, Level 3, Sound Design Studio
Record foley sound effects for film using industry-standard equipment in this hands-on workshop. Experience the creative side of sound production and discover what it's like to study Music and Sound Design at UTS.
Perfect for: Music lovers, audio creatives and future sound designers.
Journalism Workshop: News Broadcast and Production Demo
Time: 11:30am–12:15pm and 12:30pm–1:15pm
Location: Building 10, Level 5, Room 285, Broadcasting Studio
Go behind the scenes in a professional television studio and experience the fast-paced world of broadcast journalism. Try news reading, presenting, scriptwriting and camera work while discovering what it's like to study journalism at UTS.
Perfect for: Future reporters, presenters and newsmakers.
Animation Live Drawing
Time: All day
Location: Building 1, Level 4 Front (Exhibition Space)
Watch talented UTS Animation students bring original characters to life through live drawing demonstrations. See their creative process up close and discover the artistic skills you'll develop as an Animation student at UTS.
Perfect for: Aspiring animators, illustrators and anyone with a passion for drawing and visual storytelling.
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