University of Wollongong

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is ranked among the top 20 modern universities in the world, and the top 250 of all universities across the globe. Located on Australia's east coast, just 90 minutes south of Sydney, UOW is known for producing graduates who are recognised internationally as being career-ready and prepared for the global workplace. The QS Graduate Employability Rankings consistently rate UOW in the top 1% of universities in the world for the quality of its graduates.

Australia's domestic rankings also recognise the University of Wollongong as a leading institution. The Australian Government's Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) ranks UOW as the number one university overall in New South Wales.

The university has campuses in Dubai and Hong Kong, as well as partnerships with prestigious institutions like PSB Academy, Singapore and Singapore Institute of Management that prove beneficial for many international students. World-class teaching and learning make UOW one of the best universities in the Asia Pacific Region.

Numerous scholarships are offered by the university, providing international students with financial support to study at the University of Wollongong in Australia. Students can also access a range of services, including academic support programs, health and safety support, non-academic activities, career planning, networking opportunities, sport and recreation, clubs and societies, medical and health services and personal counselling.

Being the fourth largest city in New South Wales and among Australia's larger cities, Wollongong offers a vibrant life for students and is considered a centre of innovation. The low cost of living coupled with high-living standards means it is a safe and welcoming city that is surrounded by nature, offering the perfect study environment. The university also offers free shuttle bus services for international students on campus, making travel around the city safe, easy and affordable.

Throughout the university's 42-year history, UOW has built an international reputation for world-class research and exceptional teaching quality. The university has received numerous endorsements, accolades and awards over the years.

The university was recognised among the world's best institutions for teaching excellence, receiving a Spotlight Award in the 2018 Global Teaching Excellence Awards.

UOW was the only Australian university to be listed as a finalist for the prestigious Global Teaching Excellence Award (GTEA) for two consecutive years, placing it among the top institutions in the world for the quality of its teaching.

UOW ensures that its classroom practices deliver high-quality, student-centred learning. All UOW coursework programmes are technology enriched, intellectually challenging, research or enquiry based, and real-world focussed.

UOW recognises secondary qualifications from more than 40 countries and education systems and can assess students who have completed the equivalent of Australian high school (Year 12) for direct entry to the first year of a bachelor's degree.

If students do not meet the entry requirements for direct entry to their chosen bachelor's programme, they may receive an offer to study a pathway programme at UOW College that can guarantee entry into a range of UOW undergraduate degrees, at first or second year level.

Students who have completed a diploma, or partially completed a bachelor's degree, may apply directly for admission with credit transfer.

All students are required to provide evidence of satisfying English language requirements. Results in major international tests are accepted, including IELTS and TOEFL. Students can also meet the language requirement by completing an English course at UOW College.

Wollongong enjoys a very reasonable cost of living, meaning you can focus your efforts on your study, and not be worried about your finances. The lower cost of living in Wollongong is a major advantage of being located outside of a capital city like Sydney or Melbourne. The prices of rent, food and entertainment in Wollongong compare very favourably with big-city options, meaning that you can make the most of your study in Australia.

UOW offers a range of scholarships and country bursaries that help with the costs of study. These offer a tuition fee reduction of up to 30 per cent. Students will be automatically considered for a scholarship or country bursary when they submit their application.

UOW student Anne Fernando moved from Sri Lanka to UOW in 2015 to study Mathematics and Finance. Anne received an international student scholarship as well as one from her faculty, in the form of a fee reduction. "I was tossing up between a university in Melbourne, Brisbane and Wollongong, but the Wollongong course fees were a lot more affordable. On top of my scholarships I also received the Dean's Scholar award, which means I get a text book allowance every year."

UOW views its graduates as its greatest achievements. Employers in Australia and around the world agree, UOW is ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world for the quality of its graduates (QS Graduate Employability Ranking 2019).

University of Wollongong graduates also enjoy above average employment rates. The Australian Government's Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) shows that 75.5% of UOW graduates secured a job within four months of graduation. This is above the national average of 71.9%. UOW postgraduate students are also highly employable, with 88.2% securing a job within four months of graduating, as opposed to 86% nationally.

UOW has a strong focus on internship programmes and links with industry to ensure that students graduate with the skills they need to succeed in the global workplace. It also offers students career counselling and job-seeker workshops to ensure they are thinking about their careers and building their professional networks before they graduate.

The University of Wollongong's South Western Sydney campus at Liverpool is where the best and brightest students can earn an internationally recognised degree. This campus is the first major university campus in Liverpool and builds on an already thriving relationship between UOW and the Great South West.

Opened in February 2017, the new campus occupies three floors in the Liverpool City Council's Moore Street building. Students studying at UOW's South Western Sydney campus can choose from a variety of bachelor and master's degrees in business, commerce, computer science, information technology, international studies, law, nursing, and social work. UOW College also offers university entry pathways, recognised English Language courses and vocational training programmes.

Many UOW students undertake placements and internships at partner organisations in the Great South West region, including around 330 nursing students undertaking placements in local hospitals, mental health facilities and aged care facilities.

The University of Wollongong is a comprehensive teaching and research university with five faculties:

• The Faculty of Business (BUS) offers a five-star learning experience that seeks to develop professionals, managers and business leaders who are independent thinkers and creative problem-solvers.
• The Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health (SMAH) offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes focused on expanding human knowledge and improving the quality of life.
• The Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences (EIS) has a world-class reputation for excellence in research, strong collaborations with industry and government partners, and innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
• The Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts (LHA) aspires to build capacity in the regional economy and in international networks through research-led educational leadership. Graduates have skills that employers want, like creative problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking, self-discipline and team work.
• The Faculty of Social Sciences is a community of academics, students and professional staff who are all dedicated to making a difference through high quality teaching, learning, research and public debate.

Each faculty is made up of a number of schools that focus on one or more specific disciplines. With more than 365 degrees on offer, students have a choice of courses in the humanities, social sciences, and STEM fields.

UOW research is structured around a number of key research entities, research strengths, externally funded centres, and faculty research units.