Bookable venues
Venues available for hire include:
- Foyers and atriums
- Lecture theatres (tiered, fixed furniture)
- Flat-floor seminar or tutorial rooms (fixed or moveable furniture)
- Flexible learning spaces (flat floor, moveable furniture, AV-enabled)
- Performance spaces
Sport and recreation facilities
There are a number of great indoor and outdoor sport and recreation facilities available across our campuses. These are available for hire and booked through Unigym.
Venues by region
About the site
Located on Hobart’s waterfront at Hunter Street, the Centre for the Arts plays home to the University's creative arts teaching programs and the Centre for Legal Studies. It is housed in the iconic, former (and original) Henry Jones IXL jam factory and enjoys a great central location close to galleries, cafes, restaurants and Constitution Dock.
Available space types
- Lecture Theatre
- Foyers
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture theatre | Dechaineux Lecture Theatre (AV supported) | 145 | 206 | 150 |
| Foyer | Dechaineux Foyer | 183 | 143 | 150 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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About the site
The Hedberg is the University’s exciting new creative industries and performing arts centre - the first of its kind for Hobart. Co-located with Hobart’s historic Theatre Royal, the Hedberg enjoys state-of-the-art performing, recording and rehearsal spaces, as well as the Vanessa Goodwin City Room - a flexible space that supports both teaching activities and medium-sized functions.
Available space types
- Performance spaces
- Music recording suite
- Music rehearsal spaces
- Function space for ~50 people
Find out more on the Hedberg website.
Enquiries and bookings
All Hedberg venues are booked through the Hedberg direct. To enquire, contact the Hedberg via email.
About the site
Located on Hobart’s waterfront at Salamanca, the IMAS building is home to the University’s centre for excellence in research and education in Antarctic and marine science.
The modern lecture theatre and seminar room spaces in this state-of-the-art building enjoy amazing views of the Hobart waterfront. Local cafes and restaurants are located just across the road at Salamanca Place.
Available space types
- Lecture theatre
- Flexible learning space
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture theatre | Aurora Lecture Theatre (AV supported) | 101 | 165 | 93 |
| Flexible learning space | Flat floor teaching space (AV supported) | 105 | 62 | 40 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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About the site
Medical Sciences Buildings 1 and 2 collectively form the University’s Medical Science Precinct (MSP), home to the University’s School of Medicine and the Menzies Institute for Medical Research. MSP 2 offers one large, contemporary lecture theatre with a supporting foyer space, ideal for public lectures.
Available space types
- Lecture theatre
- Foyer
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture theatre | MSP2 Lecture Theatre (AV supported) | 115 | 269 | 250 |
| Foyer | MSP2 Foyer | 113 | 269 | 80 |
Enquiries and bookings
All MSP venues are booked by contacting the School of Medicine direct. To enquire, contact the school via email.
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About the site
A new, purpose-built learning space located right in the heart of the Hobart CBD, the Podium building is home to numerous smaller learning spaces and an open plan that reinforces the idea of staff and students working together side-by-side. Its large windows face out onto the street, allowing those inside to see the city life outside, and letting passers-by to observe at the activity within.
The Podium offers two small-mid sized seminar spaces ideal for smaller group activities.
Available space types
- Seminar rooms
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seminar room | Podium Seminar Room (No AV support) | UG21 | 117 | 42 |
| Seminar room | Podium Seminar Room (No AV support) | UG23 | 75 | 30 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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If you are interested in indoor or outdoor sport and recreation facilities or amenities (e.g. sports courts, ovals, training facilities), these are available for hire and booked through Unigym.
You can check out what's available and access the booking tools via the Hobart Unigym | University of Tasmania (utas.edu.au)
About the Philip Smith Centre
Built in 1910, the Philip Smith Centre has been carefully restored to honour its educational past. It now hosts modern, flexible, technology-enabled learning spaces to support the University’s educational activities in the city for generations to come.
Available space types
- Seminar rooms
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seminar room | Philip Smith Centre Seminar Room (AV supported) | 205 | 139.35 | 60 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
About the site
Located at the Eastern (River Derwent) end of campus, the Centenary building is one of our most popular bookable venues and hosts two of our most sought-after teaching venues, the Harvard Rooms.
The Centenary building enjoys a great onsite café Ciano’s Espresso Bar and an outdoor courtyard with covered seating.
Available space types
- Lecture theatres (Harvard-style)
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture theatre |
Harvard Room 1 (No AV support) | 132 | 163 | 62 |
| Lecture theatre |
Harvard Room 2 (No AV support) | 134 | 169 | 62 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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About the site
Located at the Eastern (River Derwent) end of campus, the Law building provides a great mix of contemporary spaces of varying sizes. There is parking and a café nearby.
Available space types
- Lecture theatre
- Flex space
- Seminar room
- Foyer
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture theatre | Law Lecture Theatre 1 (AV supported) | 229 | 210 | 208 |
| Lecture theatre | Law Lecture Theatre 2 (AV supported) | 226 | 126.36 | 108 |
| Foyer | Law Foyer | 246/250 | 223 | 60 |
| Flex space | Law Flex Space (AV supported) | 132 | 101 | 50 |
| Seminar room | Law Seminar Room 1 (AV supported) | 131 | 64 | 30 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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About the site
Social Sciences is centrally located on campus, with easy access to bus stops, on-campus parking and amenities (cafes, library, outdoor seating areas).
Available space types
- Tutorial room
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial room | SocSci Tutorial Room (AV supported) | 211 | 82 | 36 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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About the site
True to its name, the University Centre has long been regarded as a central focal point for the campus. Traditionally home to the University southern graduations, it continues to boast the largest lecture theatre on campus (capacity of 349, or up to 569 when used in conjunction with its overflow theatre).
The University Centre is centrally located with easy access to bus stops, on-campus parking and amenities (cafes, library, outdoor seating areas). Main theatre bookings can be supported through bookings of the adjoining foyer (complete with its own basic food preparation area), or the foyer may be booked in its own right (subject to bookings in the main theatre).
The neighbouring Social Sciences building provides some great nearby break-out spaces.
Available space types
- Lecture theatre (large capacity)
- Foyer space with basic food preparation area
- Seminar room
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture theatre | Stanley Burbury (Main) (AV supported) | 208 | 422 | 349 |
| Lecture theatre* | Stanley Burbury Theatre 2 (No AV) | 209 | 133 | 220 |
| Foyer | Uni Centre Foyer | 211 | 265 | 132 |
| Seminar room | Studio theatre (AV supported) | 204 | 281.15 | 80 |
* bookable only with the main lecture theatre.
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
Gallery
If you are interested in indoor or outdoor sport and recreation facilities or amenities (e.g. sports courts, ovals, training facilities), these are available for hire and booked through Unigym.
You can check out what's available and access the booking tools via the Hobart Unigym | University of Tasmania (utas.edu.au)
About the site
One of the Inveresk site's original structures, dating back to the area's role as a railyard for steam locomotives, the heritage Annexe building is home to the University's Creative Arts and Media disciplines, including visual and performing arts. It plays home to the Annexe Drama Theatre, a popular performance and events venue.
The Annexe building is centrally located with easy access to bus stops, Council-operated (paid) parking and amenities. The Launceston CBD is within easy walking distance via the pedestrian and cycle bridge across the North Esk.
Available space types
- Performance theatre
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance theatre | Annexe Drama Studio | 104 | 149 | 100 |
| Performance theatre | Annexe Drama Theatre | 112 | 191 | 160 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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About the site
Opened in February 2022, the Inveresk Library is the heart of the University’s evolving Inveresk campus. It features modern, tech-equipped facilities and flexible spaces for group, individual, informal and formal learning and other activities.
The library building is centrally located with easy access to bus stops, Council-operated (paid) parking and amenities. It has a great on-site cafe (opening February 2023). The Launceston CBD is within easy walking distance via the pedestrian and cycle bridge across the North Esk.
Available space types
- Flex space
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flex space |
Library Flex Space (AV supported, only available A/H) | 216 | 124 | 36 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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About the building
The Architecture and Design building at Inveresk has been transformed into a new creative hub with purpose-built studios for architecture and design, creative arts and media and information communication technology. Spaces include:
- Workshop spaces for ceramics, drawing, painting, screen printing and printmaking, photography and time-based media
- Student-led gallery space
- Flexible ground floor studio space
Available space types
- Gallery Space
- Function and Gallery space
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallery | Lantern Gallery^ (No AV) | 102 | 125.59 | 40 |
| Flex Space |
Curtain Hall^ (No AV) | 103 | 256.10 | 50* |
| Flex Space | Curtain Hall^ (No AV) | 103a | 280.21 | 50 |
| Flex Space | Curtain Hall^ (No AV) | 104 | 134.14 | 40 |
^ adjoining spaces - option to hire both for larger events
* individually seated with the current furniture - option for external booking (hired furniture would fit up to 250 seated, or 350 standing.
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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About the building
River’s Edge
Opened in June 2023, the River's Edge building hosts students and staff from Humanities, Social Sciences, Business and Economics, Law, Education, Psychology and Higher Degree by Research.
Built over four storeys with views over lakekeller/the North Esk river, it features flexible, collaborative teaching and research spaces which are digitally connected, with a central atrium serving as a friendly gathering space for community events.
Available space types
- Atrium
- Flex Learning Space
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atrium | Rivers Edge Atrium (No AV) | 101 | 267 | 200 |
| Flex Learning Spaces | Teaching and Learning Spaces (AV supported) | 308 | 113 | 48 |
| Flex Learning Spaces | Teaching and Learning Spaces (AV supported) | 309 | 132.78 | 56 |
| Seminar room | Teaching and Learning Spaces (AV supported) | 120 | 83.55 | 24 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
About the building
The Shed
The Shed opened to the community in 2025 and is the new home for students and staff from some of the University’s health disciplines and science disciplines, including Agricultural Sciences, Health Sciences, Nursing, Nutrition, Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences. It also supports new Allied Health courses in Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy.
Available space types
- Atrium
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atrium | The Shed Atrium (AV support for audio only, no digital display available) | 101 | 735 | 200 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
The Inveresk precinct is host to a number of vibrant outdoor venues suitable for a range of activities or events, all of which are within a short distance from the Launceston CBD and nearby amenities such as QVMAG and UTAS Stadium. They can be booked in their own right or combined for larger events.
- Check out the locations of the outdoor venues on Unimaps
Available spaces
Food and Community Garden
The newly-completed Community Garden is a series of edible plots that will support a significant output of food production, including a composter and green house. It enables collaborative learning experiences for all ages, and is available for community events and festivals.
Esk Activity Space
The Esk Activity space is a large recreation area close to the city for educational programs and informal activities open to the community. It features two playing surface courts, sprint track, table tennis, bouldering wall and timber seating.
The Laneway
Located between the Stone and Library and Student Experience buildings, the Laneway enjoys a central location within the precinct, ideal for stalls and as a break-out space, and with easy access to campus amenities including the campus cafe.
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Enquiries and bookings
- Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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If you are interested in indoor or outdoor sport and recreation facilities or amenities (e.g. sports courts, ovals, training facilities), these are available for hire and booked through Unigym.
You can check out what's available and access the booking tools via the Launceston Unigym | University of Tasmania (utas.edu.au)
The Cradle Coast Campus
The University's newly constructed Cradle Coast campus at West Park, known as the Field Building, is located a short coastal walk from the heart of the Burnie CBD. As the last surviving structure from the original Burnie High School, the Domestic Arts building has been retained as an important feature of the campus and is already highly sought after for community and other external events.
Available space types
- Seminar rooms
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seminar room |
Domestic Arts Seminar Room (No AV support) | 156 | 78 | 42 |
| Seminar room |
Domestic Arts Seminar Room (No AV support) | 165 | 53 | 20 |
| Seminar room |
Field Building Seminar Room (No AV support) | 126 | 102 | 48 |
| Seminar room |
Field Building Seminar Room (AV supported) | 238 | 105 | 45 |
| Seminar room |
Field Building Seminar Room (AV supported) | 241 | 100 | 45 |
| Seminar room |
Field Building Meeting Room (No AV support) | 134 | 37 | 12 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
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About The Makers
Situated at West Park, The Makers is now a technology and innovation hub hosting activities supporting the North-West region to thrive. The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) operates on-site, working with industry and community to develop innovative solutions for real-world problems through research. The community can also experience an exciting program of technology demonstrations and events inside.
Available space types
- Collaboration hub
Available spaces
| Type | Name | Room ID | Area (sqm) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collaboration hub | Collaborative hub | 243 | 112.2 | 56 |
Enquiries and bookings
Through the University's standard venue hire process.
