Courses are flexible, catering for different levels of university preparation in the early stages as well as allowing for personal interests. Part-time programs are available. Flexibility in methods of teaching and learning are also encouraged. Wollongong has a large industrial base, giving many students exposure to the expertise of practising engineers as well as the opportunity to visit some of the most important industrial sites in the country. The University's courses are leading the way in areas of engineering research, including high temperature superconductivity, steel processing, bulk solids handling, manufacturing management, structures, geomechanics, environmental engineering, advanced materials and mining engineering.
Engineering students benefit from teaching by lecturers who are at the leading edge of research.