Officially founded in 1890, the University of Tasmania was the fourth university to be established in Australia. The University of Tasmania is ranked among the top research-intensive universities natinoally. The strength and diversity of its research is reflected in consistent world-class performance across a breadth of disciplines.

It is one of the most successful universities in Australia in terms of its capacity to attract industry connected research funding, and one of the top four institutions in Australia to attract such funding, teaming  best researchers, facilities and infrastructure to drive outcomes that deliver impact for partners.