These funds are allocated in consultation with elected students representatives from the Tasmanian University Student Association (TUSA) and students can submit feedback on the allocation of funds in the Student Portal.
Find out more about the Student Services and Amenities Fee in Ask Us or the Student Fees Policy.
In accordance with the Higher Education Legislation Amendment (Student Services and Amenities) Act 2011 and the Administration Guidelines 2012 the University of Tasmania determined that a Student Services and Amenities Fee be introduced from Semester 2 2012.
SSAF 2024 and 2025
2024 - The maximum SSAF rate for 2024 is $351 (capped), part-time SSAF is $263.25 and each 12.5 credit point unit will attract a charge of $52.65.
2025 - The maximum SSAF rate for 2024 is $365 (capped), part-time SSAF is $273.75 and each 12.5 credit point unit will attract a charge of $54.75.
The table below provides information on how the University of Tasmania will charge the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) for 2024 and 2025.
| Student Type | Charged in 2023 and 2024? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Supported Students | Yes, SSAF is charged | Can defer if eligible, need to submit a SA-HELP form |
| Research Students (Domestic only) | Yes, SSAF is charged | Can defer if eligible, need to submit a SA-HELP form |
| Domestic Full Fee-Paying Students | Yes, SSAF is charged but it is incorporated in fee charges | SSAF is incorporated in fee charges |
| Cross-institutional Students | Domestic - if the student is cross-institutional domestic, they are charged SSAF and International - cross-institutional international students are not charged SSAF separately, this fee is included in the annual rate. | Domestic cross-institutional students cannot defer their SSAF (they can defer SSAF at the home institution), these fees must be paid upfront |
| Enabling Program Students | Not charged SSAF | Exemption applies |
| Pathway University College students | Not charged SSAF | Exemption applies |
| International students | Yes, SSAF is charged but it is incorporated in the annual rate | SSAF is incorporated in the annual course fee for international students |
SSAF payment due dates in 2024
Payment of SSAF is due 14 days prior to the census date of the relevant study period. Payment due dates in 2024.