UOW College, the place where dreams take off

University of Wollongong College(UOW College)Dedicated to providing pathways into the University of Wollongong. The college is affiliated with the University of Wollongong (UOW), located within the UOW campus, offering courses to students aiming for a seamless transition into UOW degree programs.

The college is situated in a dedicated area within the university campus, College, providing quality education in a friendly environment, supporting each student to fully realize their potential.

Our international students attend classes alongside local students, which helps them acquire excellent language skills upon graduation. Among the students who completed the UOW first-year diploma or foundation course in 2023 and continued their studies at UOW, 70% were local students and 30% were international students. The integration of diverse student backgrounds creates a vibrant learning environment where students from around the world can grow together.

College students share their glory

To ensure the college provides the necessary skills for students to excel in university, we follow up on the academic progress of every college graduate entering university degree programs. For students transitioning from the University of Wollongong College to UOW in 2023, here are some highlights:

98% of students completed the nursing diploma program and continued into the university's Bachelor of Nursing.
College students' average scores in the first year were only UOW lower than first-year students by 1 point.
College graduates perform as well as, if not better than, international students who directly enter the first year.
91% of students who passed the English course successfully transitioned to postgraduate programs in the Faculty of Science, Medicine, and Health.

New pathway program options

Completing our Diploma of Business allows direct entry into the second year of the newly launched Bachelor of Business Analytics.

For more bridge course options, please visit the university's official website.

Support services for students under 18

The college takes pride in providing high-quality support services for students under 18 years old. Each student also receives one-on-one mentoring from a college peer mentor for additional guidance.

Here are some key support service information students should focus on:

Before the semester starts, attend the orientation for students under 18 years old.
Return to the homestay within the specified time unless there is a confirmed evening class.
Any overnight stay away from the homestay requires approval from the college's student services manager.Such stays are only allowed with parents, legal guardians, grandparents, or siblings over 18 years old.
During the CAAW period, stay in an approved homestay until turning 18 years old.
Keep contact information updated in the student online services.
Adhere to the homestay host's house rules, return to the homestay daily, and communicate any issues encountered promptly.
Attendance is mandatory for all courses, and any absences should be explained to the college student advisor.
Attend bi-weekly meetings with the student advisor.

Success stories

The University of Wollongong College is delighted to witness the first group of students enrolled through the RizeUp program arriving at UOW College. This program offers valuable overseas study opportunities for UAE students to acquire the skills needed to contribute to the UAE's knowledge-based economy in the future.

Students funded through the RizeUp program will begin their journey with English courses and university foundation courses at the University of Wollongong College, then proceed to the University of Wollongong for a bachelor's degree.

Recently, the UOW College leadership team, including the college's General Manager Felix Lanceley and Global Admissions Director Bariş Satar, warmly welcomed these students. We listened to their experiences and emphasized the positive impact of our diverse student support services on their academic journey, including the campus community and local homestays.

This collaboration highlights our commitment to promoting international education and supporting the UAE's vision for a knowledge economy. We look forward to continuing to play a role in the educational development of UAE students and helping them achieve academic and personal success.

UOW College has many excellent teachers, such as Paul Issiac, a teacher at the University of Wollongong College, who opened up opportunities for himself by understanding his strengths and maintaining his passion.

He is the recipient of the 2023 University of Wollongong College Staff Passion Award, and hard work and responsibility are not unfamiliar to him. Now, his goal is to inspire his students with the same spirit.

College important dates

2024 Summer Academic Semester

Orientation Week: 10月14-18日

Course Start Date: 10月21日

2024 Language Course Start Dates

August 19

September 30

November 11

HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing 2025 Semester

Orientation Day: January 20, 2025

Course Start Date: January 27, 2025

Quick Tips

UOW College offers free airport pickup service for all new international students arriving in Australia for the first time for university and College.Students are encouraged to book this service, which will pick up students at Sydney International Airport and take them directly to their accommodation in Wollongong.This will help reduce one less thing to worry about when students first arrive in Australia.