- Posted on 16 Jul 2026
7 must-see events to add to your Open Day IT agenda
Whether you're still deciding which IT pathway is right for you or already have a dream role in mind, these seven must-see experiences at UTS Open Day will help you uncover the technologies, opportunities and student experiences that make us a leading university for future tech professionals.
1. Discover how AI is shaping the future of work
Future Careers: How UTS is Preparing Students for an AI World Feature Session
Explore how AI is transforming industries, creating new opportunities and changing the skills employers are looking for in this exciting feature session. Hear from our leading academic panel on how UTS is embedding AI capability across its courses to prepare graduates for the future.
2. Find your pathway in technology
Software Engineering, IT and Computer Science Info Session
- Building 11, Level 00
- 9:30am and 12:00pm
Discover the differences between Software Engineering, Information Technology and Computer Science, and learn how each degree can lead to exciting careers designing, building and managing the technologies that power our world.
Hear from our academics, current students and alumni on their experiences and learn which degree fits for your future career aspirations.
3. Explore the creative side of IT
Games Development, Information Systems and Interaction Design Info Session
- Building 11, Level 00
- 10:30am and 1:15pm
Technology isn't just about coding. Learn how these disciplines blend creativity, innovation and technical expertise to create digital experiences, games and systems that solve real-world challenges.
Our academic and student speakers will explain the advantages of our Games Development, Information Systems and Interaction Design degrees and majors, and matching potential career outcomes.
4. Get ahead with AI and cybersecurity
AI and Cybersecurity Info Session
- Building 11, Level 00
- 10:00am and 12:15pm
Discover two of the fastest-growing fields in technology. In this info session, you'll learn from our academic teaching team how AI is driving innovation across industries while cybersecurity professionals protect our increasingly connected world.
You'll also have a chance to hear from our current students as well as course alumni now working in these exciting fields.
5. Learn while you work with an industry cadetship
Courses with Cadetships: Industry Degree Academy (IDeA) Info Session and Advisory Hub
- Building 11
- 11:30am (info session) and 9am - 2pm (advisory hub)
Find out how UTS students in Computing Science and Cybersecurity can combine their studies with paid industry experience through the Industry Degree Academy (IDeA) cadetship program.
Meet our industry partners paired with the IDeA program and ask their team members questions on the program in the Courses with Cadetships advisory hub.
6. Experience technology in action
Information Technology tours & the UTS Data Arena
- Building 11
- 9:00am - 2:00pm
Explore the cutting-edge facilities where students bring ideas to life through our Information Technology building tours, then step inside the UTS Data Arena, a spectacular 360° visualisation environment that showcases the power of data, technology and innovation.
7. Meet your future IT community
Apple Foundation Program, IT Advising Hub, Student Societies and Teams
- Building 11
- 9:00am - 2:00pm
See how students create innovative apps through the Apple Foundation Program, get personalised advice from academics and current students at the IT Advising Hub, and connect with student societies that help you build skills, friendships and industry connections from day one.