// UTAS Knowledge Base for RAG System export const utasKnowledgeBase = { // Academic Programs courses: { undergraduate: [ { id: "bachelor-business", title: "Bachelor of Business", area: "Business and Law", duration: "3 years", description: "Develop essential business skills in management, marketing, economics, and entrepreneurship.", entry: "ATAR 60+ or equivalent", campus: ["Hobart", "Launceston"], fees: "Commonwealth Supported", pathways: ["Commerce", "Accounting", "Management", "Marketing"] }, { id: "bachelor-marine-science", title: "Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science", area: "Earth, Sea, Antarctic and Environment", duration: "3 years", description: "Study marine ecosystems, climate science, and Antarctic research at IMAS.", entry: "ATAR 70+ with Mathematics and Science", campus: ["Hobart"], fees: "Commonwealth Supported", pathways: ["Marine Biology", "Climate Science", "Antarctic Studies", "Fisheries"] }, { id: "bachelor-engineering", title: "Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)", area: "Science, Technology and Engineering", duration: "4 years", description: "Specialise in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Software Engineering.", entry: "ATAR 75+ with Mathematics and Physics", campus: ["Hobart", "Launceston"], fees: "Commonwealth Supported", pathways: ["Civil Engineering", "Electrical Engineering", "Mechanical Engineering", "Software Engineering"] }, { id: "bachelor-medicine", title: "Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery", area: "Health and Medicine", duration: "5 years", description: "Comprehensive medical training with rural and regional focus.", entry: "ATAR 95+ with UCAT and interview", campus: ["Hobart", "Launceston"], fees: "Commonwealth Supported", pathways: ["General Practice", "Specialist Medicine", "Rural Medicine"] }, { id: "bachelor-arts", title: "Bachelor of Arts", area: "Education, Humanities and Social Sciences", duration: "3 years", description: "Explore humanities, social sciences, and develop critical thinking skills.", entry: "ATAR 60+ or equivalent", campus: ["Hobart", "Launceston"], fees: "Commonwealth Supported", pathways: ["English Literature", "History", "Philosophy", "Sociology", "Psychology"] }, { id: "bachelor-creative-arts", title: "Bachelor of Creative Arts", area: "Creative Arts and Design", duration: "3 years", description: "Develop skills in visual arts, media, design, and creative practice.", entry: "ATAR 65+ with portfolio", campus: ["Hobart", "Launceston"], fees: "Commonwealth Supported", pathways: ["Fine Arts", "Graphic Design", "Media Arts", "Theatre"] } ], postgraduate: [ { id: "master-business-administration", title: "Master of Business Administration (MBA)", area: "Business and Law", duration: "1.5-2 years", description: "Advanced business leadership and management skills.", entry: "Bachelor degree + 3 years work experience", campus: ["Hobart", "Sydney"], fees: "$35,000 per year", pathways: ["Executive Leadership", "Strategy", "Innovation"] }, { id: "master-marine-science", title: "Master of Marine and Antarctic Science", area: "Earth, Sea, Antarctic and Environment", duration: "2 years", description: "Advanced research in marine ecosystems and climate science.", entry: "Bachelor degree in relevant field", campus: ["Hobart"], fees: "$32,000 per year", pathways: ["Research", "Conservation", "Policy"] } ] }, // University Information about: { rankings: { climate_action: "#1 globally (THE Impact Rankings 2022-2025)", qs_rating: "5 stars overall", global_ranking: "Top 1% worldwide", carbon_neutral: "Climate Active certified" }, campuses: { hobart: { location: "Sandy Bay, Hobart, Tasmania", description: "Main campus with marine science facilities and heritage buildings", facilities: ["IMAS", "Medical School", "Arts Faculty", "Library"] }, launceston: { location: "Newnham, Launceston, Tasmania", description: "Northern campus with engineering and health facilities", facilities: ["Engineering School", "Health Faculty", "Sports Centre"] }, burnie: { location: "Cradle Coast, Burnie, Tasmania", description: "Regional campus focusing on health and education", facilities: ["Clinical School", "Education Faculty"] }, sydney: { location: "Sydney CBD, New South Wales", description: "City campus for business and postgraduate programs", facilities: ["Business School", "Executive Education"] } }, sustainability: { achievements: [ "#1 global ranking for climate action (2022-2025)", "100% renewable energy across all campuses", "50% reduction in carbon emissions since 2007", "Climate Active Carbon Neutral certification", "Fossil fuel divestment completed", "Green building standards for all new construction" ], initiatives: [ "Zero waste to landfill by 2030", "Carbon neutral by 2030", "Sustainable transport programs", "Campus solar installations", "Biodiversity conservation projects" ] } }, // Research Excellence research: { institutes: { imas: { name: "Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies", description: "World-leading marine and climate science research", focus: ["Marine ecosystems", "Climate change", "Antarctic research", "Fisheries science"], achievements: ["Global recognition in marine science", "Antarctic research partnerships", "Climate modeling"] }, tia: { name: "Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture", description: "Sustainable agriculture and food systems research", focus: ["Sustainable farming", "Food security", "Agricultural innovation"], achievements: ["Industry partnerships", "Sustainable agriculture practices"] } }, strengths: [ "Marine and Antarctic Science - global leadership", "Climate Action Research - #1 ranking", "Agriculture and Food Systems", "Health and Medical Research", "Engineering and Technology Innovation" ] }, // Student Support support: { academic: [ "Study skills workshops", "Academic writing support", "Mathematics learning centre", "Peer tutoring programs", "Online learning resources" ], wellbeing: [ "Counselling services", "Mental health support", "Disability services", "International student support", "Financial counselling" ], career: [ "Career planning workshops", "Industry placement programs", "Graduate employment services", "Networking events", "Professional development" ] }, // Student Support Services student_support: { academic_support: { learning_support: { description: "Free academic skills support for all students", services: [ "Academic writing workshops", "Study skills training", "Time management coaching", "Exam preparation strategies", "Research skills development", "Critical thinking workshops" ], contact: "learningsupport@utas.edu.au" }, peer_learning: { description: "Student-led academic support programs", programs: [ "PASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions)", "Study groups", "Peer mentoring", "Academic peer coaching", "Language exchange programs" ] }, library_services: { description: "Comprehensive library and research support", services: [ "Research consultations", "Literature search training", "Citation and referencing help", "Digital literacy workshops", "Subject-specific research guides", "Inter-library loans" ], hours: "24/7 online access, extended hours during exams" } }, wellbeing_support: { counselling: { description: "Free, confidential counselling services", services: [ "Individual counselling", "Group therapy sessions", "Crisis intervention", "Mental health workshops", "Stress management programs", "Relationship counselling" ], contact: "counselling@utas.edu.au", phone: "03 6226 2697" }, disability_services: { description: "Support for students with disabilities", services: [ "Academic accommodations", "Assistive technology", "Note-taking services", "Alternative assessment arrangements", "Mobility and access support", "Transition planning" ], contact: "disability.services@utas.edu.au" }, medical_services: { description: "On-campus health services", services: [ "General practice consultations", "Mental health support", "Vaccinations and health checks", "Travel health advice", "Emergency first aid", "Health education programs" ], locations: ["Hobart", "Launceston"] } }, financial_support: { scholarships: { description: "Wide range of scholarships available", types: [ "Academic merit scholarships", "Equity scholarships", "Research scholarships", "International student scholarships", "Indigenous scholarships", "Regional and rural scholarships" ], amounts: "Up to $10,000 per year", website: "scholarships.utas.edu.au" }, financial_aid: { description: "Emergency financial assistance", services: [ "Emergency grants", "Financial counselling", "Budget planning assistance", "Centrelink liaison", "Student loans guidance", "Hardship support" ] } }, career_services: { description: "Career development and employment support", services: [ "Career counselling", "Resume and cover letter assistance", "Interview preparation", "Job search strategies", "Industry networking events", "Graduate employment programs", "Internship placements", "Professional development workshops" ], contact: "careers@utas.edu.au" } }, // International Student Services international: { why_utas: { benefits: [ "Small class sizes and personalized attention", "100% renewable energy campus", "Strong industry connections", "Stunning natural environment", "Safe and welcoming community", "Pathway programs available", "Post-study work opportunities" ], rankings: [ "#1 globally for climate action", "5-star QS rating", "Top 1% of universities worldwide", "Excellence in teaching and research" ] }, entry_requirements: { undergraduate: { academic: "Australian Year 12 equivalent", english: "IELTS 6.0 overall (no band below 6.0) or equivalent", additional: "Some programs have specific prerequisites" }, postgraduate: { academic: "Bachelor's degree or equivalent", english: "IELTS 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0) or equivalent", additional: "Work experience may be required for some programs" } }, support_services: { arrival_support: [ "Airport pickup service", "Orientation programs", "Campus tours", "Bank account setup assistance", "Mobile phone plans", "Transport information" ], ongoing_support: [ "24/7 emergency support", "Academic support", "Visa renewal assistance", "Cultural adaptation programs", "English language support", "Social activities and events" ] }, visa_information: { student_visa: { type: "Subclass 500", requirements: [ "Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement", "Proof of financial capacity", "Health insurance (OSHC)", "English proficiency", "Health examinations" ], work_rights: "20 hours per week during studies" } }, accommodation: { on_campus: { description: "Fully furnished accommodation with meals", options: [ "Christ College", "Jane Franklin Hall", "University Apartments", "Kerslake Hall" ], cost: "$300-$400 per week" }, off_campus: { description: "Independent living options", options: [ "Shared houses", "Private rentals", "Student housing providers", "Homestay arrangements" ], cost: "$150-$300 per week" } } }, // Campus Life campus_life: { accommodation: { residential_colleges: { christ_college: { description: "Historic college with strong academic tradition", features: ["Dining hall", "Study rooms", "Common areas", "Pastoral care"], cost: "$400-$450 per week", capacity: "200 students" }, jane_franklin_hall: { description: "Modern accommodation with excellent facilities", features: ["Gym", "Study spaces", "Social areas", "Tutoring support"], cost: "$350-$400 per week", capacity: "400 students" }, university_apartments: { description: "Self-catered apartment-style living", features: ["Private bathrooms", "Kitchenettes", "Study areas", "Social spaces"], cost: "$300-$350 per week", capacity: "300 students" } } }, clubs_societies: { categories: [ "Academic and professional clubs", "Cultural and religious societies", "Sports and recreation clubs", "Special interest groups", "Student politics and advocacy", "Arts and creative societies" ], student_association: { name: "Tasmania University Student Association (TUSA)", services: [ "Student advocacy", "Free legal advice", "Emergency financial assistance", "Social events and activities", "Student publications", "Clubs and societies support" ] } }, sports_recreation: { facilities: [ "Sports and Aquatic Centre", "Fitness centres", "Swimming pools", "Tennis courts", "Basketball courts", "Climbing wall" ], programs: [ "Elite athlete support", "Intramural sports", "Group fitness classes", "Personal training", "Sports clubs", "Recreation programs" ] }, dining: { on_campus: [ "Uni Cafe (Sandy Bay)", "Mezz Cafe (Launceston)", "Food court options", "Vending machines", "Residential dining halls" ], dietary_options: [ "Vegetarian and vegan options", "Halal certified meals", "Gluten-free options", "Allergy-friendly choices" ] } }, // Comprehensive Research Information research_comprehensive: { excellence_areas: { marine_antarctic: { description: "World-leading research in marine and Antarctic science", institute: "Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS)", research_focus: [ "Climate change impacts on marine ecosystems", "Antarctic ice sheet dynamics", "Sustainable fisheries management", "Ocean acidification", "Marine biodiversity conservation", "Polar logistics and operations" ], facilities: [ "Research vessels", "Antarctic research stations", "Marine laboratories", "Climate modeling facilities", "Aquaculture research centre" ], partnerships: [ "Australian Antarctic Division", "CSIRO", "International Antarctic partners", "Fishing industry collaborations" ] }, agriculture_food: { description: "Innovation in sustainable agriculture and food systems", institute: "Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA)", research_focus: [ "Precision agriculture technologies", "Crop breeding and genetics", "Sustainable farming practices", "Food safety and quality", "Agricultural robotics", "Climate-smart agriculture" ], facilities: [ "Research farms", "Controlled environment facilities", "Food processing laboratories", "Agricultural technology centres" ] }, health_medicine: { description: "Advancing health outcomes through research", institute: "Menzies Institute for Medical Research", research_focus: [ "Chronic disease prevention", "Neurological disorders", "Population health", "Health services research", "Digital health technologies", "Rural and remote health" ], facilities: [ "Clinical research facilities", "Biomedical laboratories", "Population health data centres", "Medical imaging facilities" ] }, creative_arts: { description: "Innovation in creative practice and cultural research", research_focus: [ "Contemporary art practice", "Cultural heritage preservation", "Creative technologies", "Performance studies", "Design thinking", "Cultural tourism" ], facilities: [ "Art galleries", "Performance spaces", "Digital media studios", "Creative workshops" ] } }, research_training: { phd_programs: { duration: "3-4 years full-time", funding: "Most students receive scholarships", support: [ "Structured research training", "Milestone monitoring", "Professional development", "Conference presentation opportunities", "Industry collaboration projects" ] }, masters_by_research: { duration: "1.5-2 years full-time", structure: "Coursework + thesis", pathways: "Direct entry to PhD programs" }, research_scholarships: { types: [ "Australian Government Research Training Program", "UTAS Research Scholarships", "Industry-sponsored scholarships", "International research scholarships" ], amounts: "$28,000-$35,000 per year", additional_support: "Conference funding and research costs" } } }, // Additional Services and Information additional_services: { alumni_network: { description: "Strong global network of UTAS graduates", services: [ "Career networking events", "Mentorship programs", "Professional development", "Alumni directories", "Reunion events", "Alumni benefits and discounts" ], global_reach: "Over 100,000 graduates worldwide" }, community_engagement: { description: "Strong connections with local and global communities", initiatives: [ "Community research partnerships", "Student volunteer programs", "Cultural events and festivals", "Public lecture series", "Community gardens", "Sustainability projects" ] }, industry_partnerships: { description: "Extensive collaborations with industry partners", sectors: [ "Agriculture and aquaculture", "Maritime industries", "Health and medical technology", "Creative industries", "Tourism and hospitality", "Technology and innovation" ], benefits: [ "Work-integrated learning", "Graduate employment opportunities", "Industry-sponsored research", "Professional development programs", "Internship placements" ] } }, // FAQs faqs: [ { q: "What is UTAS known for?", a: "UTAS is globally ranked #1 for climate action and is renowned for marine and Antarctic science research, sustainability leadership, and quality education in a unique island environment." }, { q: "How do I apply to UTAS?", a: "Domestic students apply through the UAC UTAS portal, while international students can apply directly or through authorised agents. Applications are free and available online." }, { q: "What scholarships are available?", a: "UTAS offers various scholarships including Merit Scholarships ($5,000/year), Tasmanian Scholarships ($15,000/year), and specific program scholarships. Check our scholarships portal for details." }, { q: "Where are UTAS campuses located?", a: "UTAS has four campuses: Hobart (main), Launceston (northern), Burnie (regional), and Sydney (city campus for business programs)." }, { q: "What support is available for students?", a: "Comprehensive support including academic assistance, mental health counselling, disability services, career guidance, and international student support." } ] }; // Types for search results interface CourseResult { type: 'course'; data: { id: string; title: string; area: string; duration: string; description: string; entry: string; campus: string[]; fees: string; pathways: string[]; }; relevance: number; } interface FAQResult { type: 'faq'; data: { q: string; a: string; }; relevance: number; } type SearchResult = CourseResult | FAQResult; // Search functions for RAG export const searchKnowledgeBase = (query: string, category?: string): SearchResult[] => { const results: SearchResult[] = []; const searchTerms = query.toLowerCase().split(' '); // Search courses if (!category || category === 'courses') { [...utasKnowledgeBase.courses.undergraduate, ...utasKnowledgeBase.courses.postgraduate].forEach(course => { const relevance = searchTerms.reduce((score, term) => { if (course.title.toLowerCase().includes(term) || course.description.toLowerCase().includes(term) || course.area.toLowerCase().includes(term)) { return score + 1; } return score; }, 0); if (relevance > 0) { results.push({ type: 'course', data: course, relevance }); } }); } // Search FAQs if (!category || category === 'faq') { utasKnowledgeBase.faqs.forEach(faq => { const relevance = searchTerms.reduce((score, term) => { if (faq.q.toLowerCase().includes(term) || faq.a.toLowerCase().includes(term)) { return score + 1; } return score; }, 0); if (relevance > 0) { results.push({ type: 'faq', data: faq, relevance }); } }); } return results.sort((a, b) => b.relevance - a.relevance).slice(0, 5); }; export default utasKnowledgeBase;