UOW was founded on the donations of local people with a vision of a brighter future for our region. Since then, we’ve become one of the world’s best modern universities, working with industry, research partners, governments, and communities, to address society’s critical economic, environmental, social and medical challenges.
Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
Distance Learning Courses
Business & Management (4)
Education & Training (3)
- M.Ed. Education - TESOL
- M.Ed. Educational Leadership
Medicine & Health (2)
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
- Master Master of Fisheries Policy
Engineering & Technology (1)
- Pre-Bachelor Diploma of Engineering
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
- Master Master of Fisheries Policy
Humanities (1)
- M.Ed. Education - TESOL
About
History
In the postwar era of development and innovation, the then New South Wales University of Technology established a division in Wollongong to train the engineers and metallurgists of the local steel industry. That institution grew and evolved, and in 1975 legislation was passed in the parliament of New South Wales, establishing the University of Wollongong as an independent institution.
Education
UOW's aim is to create a culture of learning and teaching distinguished by collaboration, innovation and excellence. The University has a student-centred approach to learning and teaching where highly professional academic and professional services staff encourage students to learn, grow and achieve.
There are many exciting things happening across the portfolio which deserve to be highlighted and shared with colleagues and strategic partners. This quarterly newsletter provides a forum to acknowledge innovation and achievements across the university contributing to our learning and teaching outcomes.
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To confront the challenges of a rapidly changing world, UOW research is focused on supporting the best intellectual and technical talent to force change for good. From next-gen materials engineering in medicine to social transformation over the lifecycle, our research is purposeful and positive.
Career
The Careers Consultant at the Bega campus is able to assist students in a range of ways. In particular, for students still studying at university it is possible to improve future prospects by establishing career goals and enhancing employability skills. Students are able to access the Careers Consultancy service for individual appointments to discuss tactics to create short-term and long-term career goals, manage aspects of a professional career via portfolio development, resume and formal application review, or to prepare for a personal job interview.
Services
Student services
Student Central is your primary administrative and information contact during your studies. There are service representatives from Student Service, Accommodation Services, BUPA, Global Student Mobility (Exchange) and Scholarships and Sponsorships.
Housing services
Many students say one of the best parts of the university experience is living in a residence. Rarely will you have the chance to live in a community that has people from so many walks of life and countries. At Accommodation Services you will benefit from an environment committed to providing high academic achievement, involvement, development and fun.
All residences feature student development and peer mentor programs, social, sporting and cultural events, and 24/7 student wellbeing care. Utilities, furniture, laundry, limited car parking, and environmentally responsible recycling programs are available at each residence.
Library services
What sets UOW Library apart is our commitment to exceptional service delivered by our highly trained teams in person and online.We have millions of resources including over 450,000 ebooks, 260 databases, and over 90,000 electronic journals. You can also borrow from other libraries using our document delivery services to access millions of other publications worldwide.
ICT services
IT support and services, including equipment loan, is available to help you get set up for remote learning.
Student Life
Campus life
At UOW, our campus experience is designed for the needs of our students. By spending your time in class, joining a club or seeing a gig at the UniBar, you ultimately become part of one big community of learning.
As a student, you’ll soon come to know our resident ducks, where to find the best coffee and how to navigate around our beautiful campus while you enjoy UOW’s five-star educational experience. This is why our students are among the happiest and the most satisfied. Grab some lunch, meet new friends and have fun – that’s your first semester on campus.
Sports facilities
- Two gyms: Wollongong Campus and Innovation Campus
- High Performance Training Zone
- 50m outdoor heated swimming pool
- 2 multi-purpose sports halls catering for a wide range of sports and activities including basketball, netball, badminton, roller derby, futsal, volley ball and other large events
- 4 ovals with lighting
- Cricket nets
- All weather hockey surface
- 3 tennis courts (1 hard court & 2 grass courts)
- 2 squash courts
- Function room
Student clubs
The Wollongong Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) is a 15-member council (plus 5 General Representatives) elected by the student body each September to take office on the 1st of December of that year. Presidency is elected for a 1 year period, with Office Bearers taking Council for up to two years. Every undergraduate student is able to run for a position on WUSA.
Accreditation
UOW courses are recognised internationally and in Australia through accreditation by professional organisations.
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