University of Technology Sydney suspends multiple STEM, Business, and Design courses: Here is why
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) has taken the unprecedented step of temporarily halting new intakes for a wide range of programmes through the Autumn 2026 semester. The move comes as the university conducts a sweeping curriculum review aimed at aligning its courses with the demands of a rapidly changing job market. Current students will continue their studies unaffected.
STEM and traditional courses take the hit
UTS is pausing enrolments in several degrees once considered core to science and technology education. Programs such as Bachelor of Technology, Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, and Bachelor of Science in Physics have been temporarily shelved. Experts warn that these courses may no longer provide the skills needed for the AI-driven workplace, potentially leaving graduates at a disadvantage.
Pause doesn’t mean closure
The university stresses that a suspension of intake is not the same as shutting down a course. Many programmes are being redesigned to make them more industry-relevant and appealing to prospective students. The aim is to prevent applicants from pursuing courses that may not proceed and to give students clear, timely guidance on their options.
Full list of courses affected
The University of Technology Sydney has temporarily paused new intakes across several faculties. This affects both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, professional diplomas, and graduate certificates as part of its curriculum review.Faculty of Engineering and IT
- Bachelor of Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) combined degrees with Business, Science, Medical Science, or Arts
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence
- Bachelor of Cybersecurity
Faculty of Science
- Bachelor of Science (Mathematics, Physics, Environmental Science majors)
- Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences
- Master of Mathematics and Quantitative Finance
Faculty of Business
- Bachelor of Business (Honours)
- Bachelor of Management (Honours)
- Master of Financial Analysis
- Executive Master of Business Administration
- Master of Behavioural Economics
Faculty of Design and Society
- Bachelor of Communication (Journalism, Media Arts, Strategic Communication, Creative Writing)
- Bachelor of Design (Fashion and Textiles, Product Design, Interior Architecture)
- Bachelor of Animation Production
Faculty of Health
- Bachelor of Public Health (various streams)
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and Management
Faculty of Law
- Bachelor of Laws combined with International Studies or Engineering Science
Industry needs drive decisions
The temporary pause follows consultations with faculty and unions. Some courses may return after curriculum updates, while others could be phased out if demand or industry relevance remains low. Meanwhile, UTS is expanding popular programmes in business, IT, and health, reflecting changing student preferences and the growing emphasis on employable, future-ready skills.
