UOW AUSTRALIA

Study Abroadand Exchange

The University of Wollongong
enjoys an international reputation
for world-class research, exceptional
teaching quality and graduateoutcomes.
We are a young and vibrant university withundiminished ambitions. We value our research capacity
to work on complex interdisciplinary problems. Our spiritof inquiry drives our research and learning environments
and our objective of earning a place in the top 1% of theworld’s universities.
Being Australia’s 9th largest city and just over an hourfrom Sydney, Wollongong is a vibrant city that offers
the perfect Australian lifestyle. It’s affordable, easy to
get around and enjoys a lower cost of living than otherAustralian cities.
Our courses have been developed by teachers who areleading their fields. Our student-focused approach toteaching and learning means you will have the guidanceand support you need. And this all takes place in a city
on one of Australia’s most beautiful coastlines.

LIFE AT UOW
Our Wollongong campus combines modern teachingand study spaces on 83 hectares (205 acres) oflandscaped Australian bushland. To ensure all ourstudents achieve their best we have facilities dedicatedto academic and well-being support, as well as healthservices, student accommodation, a sports precinct andevents embracing culture and entertainment.

During your time at UOW there are endless
opportunities to get involved with life on campus.
With 120 clubs and societies, live acts on campus eachyear, it’s just a matter of choosing between them.
Situated on the shores of the Pacific Ocean between
the mountains and the sea, students can enjoy a relaxed
coastal lifestyle with 17 patrolled surf beaches, endless
hikes and trails and breathtaking lookouts.

WORLD CLASS RESULTS
We’ve worked hard to become one of the world’s
most respected young universities. Studying at UOWmeans learning from some of the brightest minds on
the planet – recognised globally for their academic
excellence. But our proudest achievements are ourstudents, who upon graduation are ranked among thebest in the world.
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Globally ranked among the top 200 universities
Globally ranked as one of the world’s best modernuniversities
Top 1% for graduates as rated by global employers

For more information visit UOW Awards and Rankings.

LINKS TO FURTHER INFORMATION–––Wollongong: City and campus
Accommodation: Options and locations
Study Abroad and Exchange Prospectus

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2SUBJECT OFFERINGSFACULTY OF THE ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES AND
HUMANITIES–Arts, English and Media; Humanities and Social
Inquiry;

FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW–Accounting, Economics and Finance; Management,Operations and Marketing; Business; Law

FACULTY OF SCIENCE, MEDICINE AND HEALTH–Biological Sciences; Chemistry; Earth andEnvironmental Sciences; Medicine; Nursing

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND INFORMATIONSCIENCES–Civil, Mining and Environmental Engineering; Physics;
Mechanical, Materials and Mechatronic Engineering;Computing and Information Technology; Electrical,Computer and Telecommunications Engineering;
Mathematics and Applied Statistics

For more information visit the UOW Handbook.

MAIN SEMESTER DATES 2024
AUTUMN––––

Orientation: 19 - 22 February
Classes commence: 26 February
Classes finish: 31 May
Exams: 8 - 20 June

PROGRAM FEES
Tuition per semester(flat fee, regardless ofstudy load)$9,990 (exchange studentsexempt)

Student Services &Amenities Fee persemester$157*(exchange studentsexempt)

Overseas Health Cover(single cover)$426*(per semester)

English Plus Uni$595*(per week)

SPRING––––

Orientation: 16 July
Classes commence: 22 July
Classes finish: 25 OctoberExams: 2 - 14 November

For more information please visit UOW Key Dates.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Students must apply on our online application system.
Please note students will be asked to upload the following
documentation into their online application:–––* Fees are based on 2023 fees with prices subject tochange

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY CRITERIACriterion

MeasureDetails

EnglishProficiency

IELTS

6.0 overall
6.0 in reading &writing
5.0 in listening &speaking

An original copy of your academic transcript
An original copy of your English language results (ifapplicable)
A Study Abroad and Exchange Supporting Statement
Form completed by their home university

TOEFL

Students wishing to live in University accommodation
should also complete a separate housing application
before the accommodation application deadline. Students
who apply on time are guaranteed a place in Universityhousing.
Students will also be asked to submit their study planas part of the online application. Students will receive
instructions about how to enroll in classes (online) after
their study plans have been assessed.

550 (paperbased test) or 213(computer-basedtest) or 79 (internetbased test)
20 in writing
18 in reading
17 in listening
16 in speaking

Good AcademicStanding

Cumulative
Grade PointAverage(GPA)

2.7 or higher on a
4.0 scale

Please also find more information on our website.

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IMPORTANT DEADLINES
Requirements

Date

Process | Notes

Submit Program Application(Recommended SubmissionDate)

1 November – Autumn

The application is available online.

Submit Program Application(Strict Deadline)

1 week prior to coursecommencement dateSubmit Accommodation
Application

1 November – Autumn

Request Airport Pick-UpService

No later than 72 hours prior toarrival at Sydney Airport.

1 April – Spring

All applications for University-managed
accommodation must be made online.

1 May – Spring

If arriving on a Saturday orSunday, the request should bemade by no later than 4pm on
the preceding Thursday

Arrive at UOW

The week prior to the start ofOrientation.

Requests for a complimentary airport pick-up
from Sydney Airport (International or DomesticTerminals) must be made online.
In the case of a changed or delayed flight, pleasecall the Keiraview Office +61 2 4229 9700 orLeisure Coast Limousines +61 2 4261 7393 , or visit
airport pick up service website.

Attendance at Orientation is mandatory.
Pre arrival information for study abroad &exchange students can be found on our website.

CONTACTS
NameRole

EmailPhone

Erin Hammond

Senior Student Mobility
Coordinator

erinbuc@uow.edu.au+61 2 4221 3170

Nathaniel Kicks

Student Mobility Coordinatorstudent-mobility@uow.edu.au+61 2 4221 5400Michaela Morgan

Student Mobility Coordinatorstudent-mobility@uow.edu.au+61 2 4221 5400

David Cabanillas Garrido

Student Mobility Advisor

student-mobility@uow.edu.au+61 2 4221 5400

GET IN TOUCH
Office of Global Student Mobility
University of Wollongong
Student Central, Building 17
Northfields Avenue
Wollongong 2522
NSW AustraliaP+61 2 4221 5400

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student-mobility@uow.edu.auW

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