University of Wollongong
University of Wollongong, Australia
| University of Wollongong, Dubai
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG IN AUSTRALIA
The University of Wollongong (UOW) consistently ranks as one of leading
universities in Australia:
Number 1 in Australia for Teaching
The Australian newspaper (3 Oct 2007) ranked UOW as equal first among
Australian universities for overall performance in the Department of Education,
Science and Training’s ‘2008 Learning and Teaching Performance Fund’.
Ranked in the World’s Top 200 universities
Times Higher Education Supplement – QS World University Rankings 2007/2008
A Five-Star Education
The 2008 Good Universities Guide reaffirms UOW's long standing position as
one of the country’s leading research institutions and a place where students
experience a five-star educational experience and better prospects for gaining a
job with a top salary. UOW received the maximum five stars in six key areas:
* * * * * Getting a Job
* * * * * Positive Graduate Outcomes
* * * * * Graduate Starting Salary
* * * * * Generic Skills
* * * * * Graduate Satisfaction
* * * * * Research Intensivity
Best Careers Service for Employers 2007
Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE), representing nearly 200
of Australia’s biggest graduate employers.
LOCATION
Wollongong is located just over an hour by train or road from central Sydney.
The University has 22,000 students, including 3,600 international students
studying at the main Wollongong campus and the Graduate School of Business
campus in downtown Sydney.
UOW offers maximum choice of location – you can live in Wollongong, Sydney, or
mid-way between both cities, giving you access to the part-time job markets and
lifestyles available in Wollongong and in Sydney. You can also complete part of
your program at the UOW in Dubai, which offers English language and programs in
Business and IT.
Wollongong is home to more than 70 nationalities and facilities cater to Muslim
students, including grocery stores, halal food outlets and restaurants
reflecting the cuisine of the many resident nationalities. There is a mosque in
Wollongong, a Muslim Students Association, and many other support services for
international students; a Directory of Islamic Services can be found at:
www.uow.edu.au/prospective/international/services/index.html
COURSES
Masters, PhDs and Bachelor degrees are offered across a broad range of areas -
the following table shows a sample of just some of the study areas available:
|
Study
Area |
Subjects include… |
|
IT
& Computing |
Wollongong has one of the largest sites for ICT research in the southern
hemisphere. Specialist areas for research and teaching include computer
science, networking, security, software engineering, telecommunications,
information systems, IT management, multimedia, eBusiness, and internet |
|
Engineering |
civil, mining, materials, mechanical, manufacturing, environmental,
electrical, computer, engineering management |
|
Science |
biotechnology, environmental science, geography, geology, chemistry,
marine science, nanotechnology, mathematics |
|
Business/Commerce |
MBA*,
accounting, finance, banking, marketing, management*, HRM, logistics*,
international business*, project management*, retail management*
*
Masters programs are available in Sydney and in Wollongong |
|
Health Science |
medicine, nursing, public health, nutrition, health management,
psychology |
|
Law |
transnational crime prevention, international law, maritime law |
|
Education |
IT
in education, TESOL, educational leadership, gifted & special education |
|
Arts, Creative Arts |
broad range of humanities subjects; visual arts, graphic design,
journalism |
UOW also offers a unique range of Double Masters and articulation programs which
allow completion of two Masters degrees in two years, incorporating significant
discounts in tuition fees: these two-year programs are available in commerce,
business, IT/Computing, engineering and health.
Tuition fees at UOW are competitive compared to many metropolitan universities:
combined with the lower cost of living in Wollongong, studying at UOW provides
excellent value for money - affordable, professionally accredited courses from
one of Australia’s most reputable universities.
WOLLONGONG COLLEGE AUSTRALIA (WCA)
Located on the main Wollongong campus, WUC offers a supportive environment
offering:
- English language courses – from 5 to 50 weeks duration, for direct entry
to UOW degrees
- Foundation Studies – preparing for entry to first year of all UOW
Bachelor degrees
- Diplomas – leading to second year of UOW degrees in commerce, computing
and IT
ACCOMMODATION
Wollongong offers the advantage of abundant accommodation close to the
University at a much more affordable price than Sydney and other large cities. A
variety of accommodation options are available:
- University-managed residences (catered or self-catered)
- Private rental in shared houses or apartments
Placement in University housing can be arranged before your arrival, and we
can also provide assistance for those seeking private accommodation. Airport
pickup and transfer to Wollongong is arranged for all newly arriving students.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Contact UniAdvice for further information, including details of local
representatives in Pakistan:
Email: uniadvice@uow.edu.au
Website:
www.uow.edu.au/prospective/international
Phone: +61 2 4221 3218
Fax: +61 2 4221 3233
Postal Address:
UniAdvice , University of Wollongong
Wollongong NSW 2522
AUSTRALIA
|
