University of Wollongong
University of Wollongong, Australia
| University of Wollongong, Dubai
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG IN DUBAI
 The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is one of the UAE's oldest and most prestigious universities. Established in 1993 by the University of Wollongong in Australia , currently ranked in the leading universities in the world, UOWD represented a very early Australian initiative in the Gulf region. From a small beginning opposite Al Mulla Plaza, through its landmark presence on Jumeirah Road to its current location at Dubai Knowledge Village , UOWD is now recognized as being an integral part of Dubai.
As an independent UAE institution of higher education, UOWD attracts students not just from the UAE and Australia but from all over the world. Approximately 3,500 students representing almost 100 nationalities are currently enrolled at UOWD and enjoy a quality academic experience . 235 are from Pakistan.
UOWD offers a variety of specialist Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs in the areas of Business and Information Technology which are directly linked to the human resource needs of the UAE. All UOWD degree programs are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and are also audited by the Australian Universities Quality Agency. Their internationally recognised qualifications enable UOWD graduates to pursue rewarding careers in Dubai 's burgeoning employment market. UOWD Alumni include many high profile graduates placed in prominent positions in both the public and private sectors across the region.
UOWD's Centre for Language & Culture offers language courses in English and Arabic. They range from English language study for University preparation to part time Arabic classes and English language teacher training. The Arabic program focuses on the linguistic as well as the cultural experience, enabling participants to explore and enjoy Dubai 's diversity.
Programs offered at UOWD are as follows:
Language Programs
UniPrep (English for University studies)
IELTS & TOEFL preparation and testing
CELTA
Arabic
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Commerce (with specialisations in Accounting, Finance, HRM, International Business,
Management, Marketing)
Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Development, Digital Systems Security, Multi Media)
Bachelor of Internet Science & Technology
Bachelor of Information Technology (MIS)
Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of International Business
Master of Quality Management
Master of Strategic Human Resource Management
Master of Strategic Marketing
Master of Information Technology Management
Master of Engineering Management
Master of Applied Finance & Banking
Master of Science (Logistics)
Doctor of Business Administration*
Doctor of Philosophy*
* Subject to final approval from the UAE Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research
The University's faculty is a mix of locally and internationally recruited academics with extensive teaching, business and industry experience. They bring years of knowledge gained from research in their respective fields into the class room providing students with a stimulating academic environment. Classes are small in number, allowing the lecturers to cater to the students' individual needs.
Since its inception in 1993, the University of Wollongong in Dubai has built a reputation for quality, credibility and integrity, and is held in high esteem by its students, alumni, business, industry and government. It maintains a long and proud tradition of excellence in education combined with liberal values of enquiry. It continuously strives to provide a fertile environment for bright young minds to flourish, where critical thinking is both encouraged and nurtured. These are qualities which characterise great institutes of learning.
UOWD Facts at a glance**
| Undergraduate students |
1,518 (51%) |
Postgraduate students |
1,438 (49%) |
Centre for Language & Culture (CLC) students |
1,151 |
Total UOWD students |
4,107 |
Countries represented by UOWD students |
108 |
Total male students (including CLC students) |
2,057 (51%) |
Total female students (including CLC students) |
2,050 (49%) |
Total graduates (1993-2009) |
5,147 |
*as of Dec 2010
Contact details:
UniContact
University of Wollongong in Dubai
Block 15, Dubai Knowledge Village
P.O. Box 20183
Dubai, UAE
Phone: +971-4-367-2400
Fax: +971-4-367-2760
Email: info@uowdubai.ac.ae
Website: www.uowdubai.ac.ae
Local Representatives
Peshawar
International Education Centre
IEC House, No 536, Sector K4, Phase 3,
Hayatabad, Peshawar
Phone: +92 333 513 1563
Email: pakistan@iecinternational.net
Web: www.iecinternational.net
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