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2 CAMPUS LIFE 8 WOLLONGONG 19 STUDY OPTIONS 40 APPLICATION INFORMATION 6 SERVICES & SUPPORT 11 FACTS AND FIGURES 20 CHOOSING YOUR PROGRAM 41 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 7 UOW CAMPUSES 12 WOLLONGONG LIFE 23 STUDY AREAS 42 APPLICATION STEPS 13 TRANSPORT 25 STUDY THEMES 43 ARRIVAL AND ORIENTATION 14 UOW LIVING 44 PARTNERS 49 IMPORTANT DATES

We know greatness happens when you connect great minds. CONNECT: With connections to over 200 universities in 35 countries, the University of Wollongong (UOW) is truly an international university. We have students from over 70 nationalities, and WITH US have nurtured a welcoming multi-ethnic community that helps students from all backgrounds settle into the Australian At UOW we believe in the lifestyle and strengthen their university experience. power of connections. One of the keys to our growth and success is the value we place on our students. Student satisfaction is our highest priority. Access to state-of-the-art facilities, award-winning student support services, and some of the finest teachers from around the world means that you are able to excel and have the experience and qualities that employers desire. You are no doubt considering Study Abroad to enhance your university studies and UOW offers many opportunities for a truly memorable experience. We hope to welcome you to UOW soon. Professor Joe F Chicharo Deputy Vice-Chancellor (International)

Top 100 in the World for Employers UOW is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world in the QS Rankings World University Rankings Employer Review 2011. This review rates institutions based on employers’ opinions of their graduates.

and Ratings Top 2% of Universities in the World At UOW, we’re always proud of UOW is also ranked in the Top 2% of universities in the world by its performance in both the 2011 Times Higher Education World the work we are doing. It’s nice University Rankings and the 2011 QS World University Rankings. when others acknowledge our Twelve Years of Graduate Success achievements. 2011 marks the twelfth year in a row that UOW has scored five stars for our graduates Getting a Job and having Positive Graduate Outcomes*. This shows UOW is a place where students not only get a five-star education, but a five-star chance of gaining a job at the end of their degree. QS 5-star rating In 2011 UOW was awarded the maximum ‘Five Stars’ in the QS star rating of universities worldwide. 2 CAMPUS LIFE 8 WOLLONGONG 19 STUDY OPTIONS 40 APPLICATION INFORMATION 6 SERVICES & SUPPORT 11 FACTS AND FIGURES 20 CHOOSING YOUR PROGRAM 41 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 7 UOW CAMPUSES 12 WOLLONGONG LIFE 23 STUDY AREAS 42 APPLICATION STEPS *2012 Good Universities Guide (Universities & Private Colleges) 13 TRANSPORT 25 STUDY THEMES 43 ARRIVAL AND ORIENTATION 14 UOW LIVING 44 PARTNERS 49 IMPORTANT DATES

Study abroad and exchange 1 CAMPUS LIFE

2 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG In 60 years we grew from a small technical college serving local needs to an international research and teaching university, and we’re still growing. These days, we’re proud to say we’ve got a lot going on, but you won’t be a number and people will know your name. The size of our University makes UOW a truly student-centred campus: individual attention, available staff, dedicated research supervisors, a personal approach and two-way communication. focused on you

Ami Jones / England

Ami Jones is studying law at the University of Exeter in the UK, and was drawn to Wollongong for the sunshine, the beach, and UOW Faculty of Law's outstanding reputation. “The subjects offered at UOW are so varied! They really give you a different perspective and encourage you to think about ideas that may have not necessarily been discussed at my home University. The experience of studying abroad is also something that future employers will be looking for.” “The classes here are very much discussion based,” she says. “The learning environment is very friendly and you are encouraged to ask questions in class and converse with your peers. The sociable atmosphere also extends outside the classroom though. Everybody has the time to stop and chat and there is always someone to play sport with at lunchtime, eat with, or simply spend time with you lazing by the duck pond”. “The biggest connections I have made here are with students from all around the world. I can now say that I have friends from Canada, the US, Norway, Sweden, and France. People from all over the world come to UOW for the same reasons. They are great people, you’ll meet them so easily, and you do really make connections for life.

Study abroad and exchange 3 4 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG Make the most

During your time at UOW there are endless opportunities to get involved with life on campus. With 100 sporting teams and 180 live acts on campus each year, it’s just a matter of choosing between them.

Clubs and Societies UniMovies unicentre.uow.edu.au/getinvolved unimovies.uow.edu.au There are over 50 clubs and societies During session, movies are screened on campus, ranging from religious and every Wednesday evening in the cultural groups to recreation and social University Hall. UniMovies provides one groups. The UniCentre and the Students’ of the best entertainment bargains, Association manage many of the clubs, as well as the largest movie screen in and the email addresses for these can be Wollongong, and a quality digital sound found on the Clubs and Societies website system. Latest releases, and a number of listed above. foreign language and arthouse films are screened throughout the year. UniBar unicentre.uow.edu.au/whats-on UniShop unishop.uow.edu.au The UniBar is the centre of campus entertainment. The smoke-free facility The bookshop stocks general fiction, includes a main bar and food service academic titles and textbooks required area, quiet lounge and courtyard, outdoor for all subjects at UOW. The retail terrace with seating areas, and pool centre sells stationery, newspapers and tables. Some of the best contemporary magazines (including foreign language local, national and international music publications), University memorabilia is on offer live on stage every Thursday (e.g. sweatshirts, badges, ties and mugs) evening during session. The UniBar also and a range of groceries. organises a range of other great events to make sure you have fun throughout the Sport and Recreation year. www.urac.com.au UniCentre The University Recreation and Aquatic Centre (URAC) is UOW’s sports and www.unicentre.uow.edu.au recreation hub. URAC houses world- The UniCentre provides an extensive class facilities including a fully equipped range of services for students and gym, tennis courts, squash courts, staff including eight food outlets with 50-metre heated swimming pool, 3,000- a range of cuisines. Other facilities in seat multipurpose sports centre, fitness the UniCentre include conference and classes, sports fields, basketball courts meeting rooms, shops, two banks, post and more. office, travel agency, hairdresser and It also organises outdoor activities UniMovies. and social sports competitions and representative teams. With all these resources and 24 different sporting clubs, you’re bound to find something you enjoy at URAC!

Study abroad and exchange 5 Here to help

We offer a range of support services to ensure you get the most from your time with us. We are here to help, and the following will help you get started.

Support Services study abroad and exchange office UOW SECURITY SERVICE The team is available for drop-ins or appointments The Security Service helps provide a safe and secure campus during office hours. environment with trained and licensed security officers. www.uow.edu.au/future/studyabroad HEALTH AND MEDICAL STUDENT CENTRAL A range of health services are located on campus, including a doctor, optometrist and dentist. uow.edu.au/student/ourservices A one-stop-shop for all assistance for enrolled students. RELIGIOUS SERVICES There are a range of religious services on and off campus, LIBRARY including a Muslim prayer space, the Omar Mosque near the www.library.uow.edu.au University, the Nan Tien Buddhist Temple 10 minutes from campus and the Sri Venkateswara Hindu Temple. Student-based Our award-winning library and dedicated library staff are here religious clubs include the Buddhist Society; Chinese Christian to support you during your study at UOW. Fellowship and the Muslim Students Association.

LEARNING DEVELOPMENT CENTRE THE CENTRE FOR STUDENT ENGAGEMENT (CSE) uow.edu.au/student/services/ld/students CSE runs a number of leadership, training, community This free service is for students who wish to improve their engagement and environmental programs designed to give you academic and English language skills by accessing workshops, the chance to learn new things and apply yourself to real world individual consultations or self-directed resources. challenges.

Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) UNIVERSITY RECREATION AND AQUATIC CENTRE www.uow.edu.au/student/services/pass URAC provides world-class facilities for sport and recreation. PASS is a group-learning program that provides students with INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROGRAMS additional support in many core subjects. The programs consist of weekly one-hour sessions, led by ‘Peer Leaders’, students who This program provides events and activities for UOW have excelled at these subjects in the past. It was voted the most international students, including English conversation groups, outstanding PASS program in the world in 2010. friendship programs and sightseeing.

Peer-2-Peer Mentoring www.uow.edu.au/arts/current/artscentral The Peer-2-Peer program is for students enrolling in the Faculty of Arts. It is aimed at helping first-year students in the transition into university life.

6 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG Campuses

Study Abroad and Exchange students may choose to study at the main campus in Wollongong, or for postgraduate business students, at the Innovation Campus or Sydney city campus.

Wollongong Campus The Wollongong Campus is located on the New South Wales coast, 80km south of Sydney and 3km from the centre of Wollongong. The campus combines a tranquil bushland setting with modern, state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure that provides the perfect environment for learning. A comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses are offered across nine faculties. Sydney Business School Sydney Business School (SBS) is the graduate business school of the University of Wollongong. SBS has campuses at UOW Innovation Campus in Wollongong and in the heart of Sydney's central business district. The Sydney campus is located in the heart of Sydney at 1 Macquarie Place on Circular Quay. Overlooking Sydney Harbour, the premises provide the latest technology and teaching spaces, close to all the benefits Sydney city has to offer. Wollongong Innovation Campus The Sydney Business School delivers its Wollongong courses from a custom built facility on the University of Wollongong’s Innovation Campus (iC). iC is a short distance from the main UOW campus via car and is serviced by a free shuttle bus that links iC with UOW Wollongong campus and key locations around the city. SBS’s Innovation Campus location is 100m from the beautiful North Wollongong beaches.

Study abroad and exchange 7 WOLLONGONG

UNI TOWN While you’re studying, you’ll be able to live the good life. On beautiful beaches with great surf. Enjoying a local music scene and a café culture hard to find outside a capital city. Participating in a strong and diverse sporting community. Eating the best food from all over the world.

8 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG Wollongong is great because it is so close to Sydney, but still a university city full of young people.

Andrea Tondelli / Italy

Andrea Tondelli—also known as ‘Tondo’—is an exchange student from the University of Bologna, Italy, who studies Engineering. He came to Australia after hearing stories of his brother’s three-month adventure here in 2009. “Now it is him who is jealous of my stories,” Tondo laughs. “The Wollongong lifestyle is amazing," he says. “It is so laidback and friendly and life revolves around the beach and nature. Since being here I have started learning to surf and even how to kite surf! It is very hard, but a lot of fun.” Tondo refers to both the Australian and international friends he has made at UOW residence Campus East as his extended family. “Everyone takes care of you, we do everything together, and I have met people who I know I will be friends with for the rest of my life.” A typical day for Tondo includes a lecture or tutorial in the morning, lunch with friends at the UniBar and then a visit to the beach in the afternoon. “During the night my friends and I take turns in cooking each other traditional dishes from our respective countries, and then we go out to one of the many clubs in Wollongong.” “Wollongong is great because it is so close to Sydney, but still a university city full of young people.” Tondo has so far been able to travel to Tasmania, Perth, and Byron Bay. His favourite place however, has been Fraser Island in Queensland, where he drove a four-wheel drive over the deserted beaches, and learned how to Scuba Dive at the Great Barrier Reef. Tondo describes his time at UOW as incredible. “This has been the best year of my life. I will remember it forever.” 10 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG Facts and Figures

Wollongong has access to all the facilities, entertainment and experiences you would expect from a larger city and all in a beautiful environment. Whether you’re interested in doing as much as possible, or just living the good life outdoors, Wollongong has something for everyone. Wollongong is Australia’s ninth largest city, and is large enough to offer all the convenience of a city, yet small enough to retain the friendly, relaxed atmosphere of a coastal community. The city’s size also makes it easy to get around. The UOW Campus is less than five kilometres from the city centre and beaches and is easily accessible by public transport, or a free shuttle bus around Wollongong.

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28,673 476 85km 22°C total student enrolment (2011) degrees on offer kilometres to Sydney Opera average daily temperature (53 miles) (71.6°F) 103,075 2,031 2.4 27°C UOW Alumni subjects kilometres to average summer temperature North Wollongong beach (80.6°F) 124 92% 1951 410,148 partner universities for of students indicated that they UOW founded population of Illawarra area international exchange would recommend UOW in 2011

Study abroad and exchange 11 WOLLONGONG LIFE

Wollongong has a lot to offer including the beach, live music, good food and theatre. Below are a few suggestions to help you get acquainted with our city.

For more information on Wollongong, visit uow.edu.au/future/international/whywollongong See our Welcome to Wollongong video at uow.edu.au/future/video/international

UniMovies Kiama Located on campus, UniMovies For a day trip, ride the train has the biggest screen in to Kiama to see the amazing Wollongong. You can watch the natural blowhole or visit the latest releases (and occasional Markets every third Sunday double-bills) for as low as $4. of the month. Try the popular ‘Dippin’ Dots’, ice cream imported all the way from Kentucky, USA. St George Mt Keira Illawarra Standing above UOW is Mt Keira. Dragons and You can walk or ride a number of tracks to the top and be Wollongong rewarded with some of the best Hawks views of the city. Tickets to see Wollongong’s two premier sporting teams Sea Cliff Bridge start at $15 for students. Walk above the ocean as you Beach cross one of the region’s most famous landmarks. The beach is within walking distance of some of the halls of residence or you can catch the free bus to get there. Hangdog Rock Lee and Me Climbing Take a table on the balcony facing the sea and spend a Hangdog Rock climbing warm afternoon drinking their Nan Tien Temple offers uni students cheap home-made lemonade. deals on Tuesday nights. Visit one of the largest Buddhist Wollongong temples in the southern Amigos Mexican hemisphere 10 minutes south Stuart Park City Gallery of Wollongong. Amigos is a Wollongong With free barbecue facilities The gallery is located in the institution and loved for right next to North Beach, middle of the city, and the their Taco Tuesdays. Stuart Park makes for a great building itself is a work of art. afternoon spent enjoying Wollongong with friends.

12 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG Walk Most destinations in Wollongong are an easy walk away. BiCYCLE TRANSPORT UOW is introducing lots of new bike racks for secure and convenient bike parking. Getting around There are lots of second-hand Wollongong is safe, bikes up for sale or adoption. easy and cheap. Train North Wollongong station is a 15-minute walk away, or for the time-pressed, take the free shuttle bus from station to campus. Bus Wollongong is well connected with city buses going to all its suburbs. A free ‘city loop’ shuttle runs all day and into the night, linking UOW with the town’s hotspots. Car UOW runs a carpooling program, so get two or more friends in your car with you and you get free parking on-campus.

Study abroad and exchange 13 UOW LIVING

14 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG yOUR PLACE

At UOW Living you will benefit from a multicultural environment of high academic achievement, involvement and personal development. You have the choice of catered, flexi-catered or self-catered styles, all in community-based environments. TO Our residences are located conveniently. Some residences are walking distance from the main campus and others are only a short trip on the free shuttle bus.

LIVE Courtney Anderson, from UNC Wilmington, fell in love with Australia when she visited on a holiday. “I couldn’t wait to come back and Wollongong was the perfect choice due to the proximity to Sydney and the great reputation of business and commerce at UOW”. “I live at Marketview, which is amazing. It is directly next to Crown Street Mall that has everything you’ll ever need. It is three blocks away from the beach, and it is surrounded by restaurants and pubs, which constantly have special deals for students. There are also markets on Fridays which sell fresh produce from the local farmers, and a café on the premises which sells the best coffee.” “I feel really safe in Wollongong. There is a huge police presence, and it is so easy to get around. The free shuttle bus stops just around the corner, and takes you just about anywhere you would need to go in Wollongong.” “Each resident at Marketview has his or her own room and bathroom with a double bed, television, and air conditioning. There is a communal kitchen, so it is a lot of fun cooking with friends.” “The community at Marketview is like a family, we do everything together. My best memories so far have come from the parties and activities we do here. I have been to so many of Australian friends’ houses, and met their families. It’s a great way to see Australia and learn about the culture. One of the funniest parts of the Australian culture is the accent and slang—it takes some getting used to!”

Courtney Anderson / USA Study abroad and exchange 15 Marketview residence

WEERONA COLLEGE, INTERNATIONAL KOOLOOBONG, KEIRAVIEW AND MARKETVIEW HOUSE AND CAMPUS EAST For those seeking more independence in a self-catered Weerona College and International House offer fully catered room with the advantages of group living and the security of (meals provided) residences to students, and Campus East University management support, options include Kooloobong offers a Flexi-Catered system, a style of catering where you can on the UOW Campus or Keiraview which is located on the fringe use the services when you need to and only pay for the meals of Wollongong CBD and walking distance to shops, the beach you eat. and some of the best cafes and restaurants in Wollongong. Each residence offers students academic support such as peer Marketview, pictured above, is the most recent addition to UOW mentoring programs and tutorial sessions. Residences also managed residences. Opened in 2012, it is located in the heart provide developmental support for student overall wellbeing. of Wollongong. All three residences offer students events and academic and social programs. We will continue our expansion of student accommodation with the addition of a new residential development within five minutes’ walk from the main campus. Please check the website for more details: uow.edu.au/about/accommodation

Housing at SBS Sydney While studying at the Sydney Business School (Sydney Campus) there is a variety of accommodation options for students to consider. Please visit the following web link to find a list of accommodation providers. www.uow.edu.au/sbs/future

16 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG UOW RESIDENCE OVERVIEW

Number of Distance to Distance to Meals Residents Single/Shared Weekly Fees Bus Stop Train Station Graduate House Self-catered units 78 78 units, mixed size From $185 100m 1km (FREE shuttle) Gundi Self-catered units 34 5 six bedroom and 2 x two From $163 150m 1.5km bedroom apartments (FREE shuttle) The Manor Self catered rooms 9 Single rooms in home $199 30m 30m like environment with (FREE shuttle) shared cooking, living and bathroom facilities Weerona Fully catered 204 35 twin share rooms From $245 100m 1km (19 meals a week) and 134 single rooms (FREE shuttle) International Fully catered 218 14 twin share rooms From $245 200m 200m House (19 meals a week) and 190 single rooms (FREE shuttle) Campus East Flexi-catered units and 615 Shared units range from two From $179 (Self catered) 300m 400m self-catered units to five bedrooms From $228 for flexi catered (FREE shuttle) with shared bathrooms Additional $65 to $75 per week for meals in Flexi catered rooms Keiraview Self-catered rooms 46 Single rooms with From $215 150m 800m private ensuite and TV (FREE shuttle) Kooloobong Self-catered units 190 Unit-style with 5 bedrooms and From $163 Located on UOW 1.2km shared bathrooms campus 100m Marketview Self-catered rooms 144 Single rooms with private From $219 150m 900m ensuite and flat screen TV (FREE shuttle)

Rental figures above do not include compulsory fees of approximately $10 – $15 per week. For a full schedule of fees see www.uow.edu.au/about/accommodation/fees

RENTAL AFFORDABILITY PER WEEK Wollongong enjoys a very reasonable cost of living significantly lower than many other cities in Australia. Here we have compared weekly rental affordability across several cities based on government data: Sydney $450 Melbourne $350 Brisbane $370 Newcastle $215 Wollongong $200

Source: Dept of Housing (2011), Rent and Sales Report

We have also provided a sample of our students’ monthly rent and personal expenses showing a range of different living arrangements. See below.

Average Cost of Living in Wollongong per Month – 2011 rain tickets ills, e.g. ext books otal living R ent Food prepared at home and other groceries Food & drinks bought at uni Entertainment Local travel 4 x T to Sydney B electricity T Personal ISP / phonecell Personal purchases clothing e.g. T Accommodation type cost/month $A 2 bedroom shared apartment – own room. 420 240 60 150 0 44 100 50 100 70 $1,234 Central Wollongong & UOW area 4 bedroom shared house – own room. 440 120 60 150 0 44 50 50 75 70 $1,059 Central Wollongong & UOW area 4 bedroom shared house – share room with 360 120 50 150 0 44 50 50 75 70 $969 other. Central Wollongong & UOW area Home stay. Outside of Central Wollongong 1,100 0 30 150 100 44 0 50 50 70 $1,594 & UOW region Uni accommodation – Campus East, 1,200 0 30 150 0 44 0 50 50 70 $1,594 including approx. 19 meals per week Average cost of living per month $1,294

Study abroad and exchange 17 KEY: 1. Campus East 2. Weerona College 3. International House 4. Keiraview

5. Kooloobong Apartments 6. Marketview

APPLying for UOW PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION Affordable private accommodation is available in Wollongong. ACCOMMODATION There are two styles: shared and single. Occupants of most Applications for university residences are made online at shared accommodation will divide household expenses such www.apply-accom.uow.edu.au as rent and electricity. In order to secure a place in the residences, UOW’s Accommodation Services provides comprehensive applications should be made as early as possible. information about private and shared accommodation on its website at uow.edu.au/about/accommodation/other_ HOMESTAY accomm/private The above website also contains information on temporary For those who prefer a family-oriented lifestyle and like the accommodation for students who have not organised idea of living with a local family, Homestays (accommodation permanent accommodation before they arrive in Wollongong. in a private home) are available. Contact UOW for details. The listed accommodation can be used while students look for a permanent place to live.

18 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG connect: Study options

Study abroad and exchange 19 Choosing your program

Both the Study Abroad and Exchange programs are designed for international undergraduate or postgraduate students who wish to spend one or two semesters in a program of study at the University of Wollongong and transfer the credits to their home institution. For application procedure information see page 42.

Study Abroad Program Study Abroad Research Stream The Study Abroad Program is designed to welcome students The Study Abroad Research Stream offers experiential learning to UOW from both formally recognised study abroad partners by taking a combination of one research subject tailored to your and non-affiliated institutions. Study abroad students pay area of study, with regular coursework subjects during a study tuition fees directly to UOW for their program of study at UOW. abroad semester. This program allows students to broaden their study experiences at UOW by conducting research International Exchange Program under the supervision of academic staff within one of our nine The University of Wollongong has established formal faculties. Students will take one research subject alongside exchange agreements with a number of leading universities 2 – 3 UOW coursework subjects. in North America, Mexico, Europe, Scandinavia and Asia. If you are fulfilling research requirements in your degree or The International Student Exchange Program allows a limited simply wish to expand your academic horizons by taking on number of students to enrol each session. In this program, a research subject, then you may want to consider the Study students are not required to pay tuition fees to UOW. If your Abroad Research Stream. university or college is identified on page 44 – 45 as a UOW For more details, please go to: exchange partner, contact your home university for more www.uow.edu.au/future/studyabroad/studyresearch information about coming to Wollongong as an exchange student for one or two semesters. Visiting Research Program The Visiting Research Program is designed for both Study Themes undergraduate and postgraduate students who are currently If you know the area that you would like to study at UOW, then enrolled full-time at an overseas university who wish to obtain you might like to consider one of our Study Themes. These research experience with a UOW research team. This program themes represent study areas that are of particular interest is for a limited period (usually between three and six months) to our Study Abroad students. Current themes on offer can be and must be a formal requirement for the award of a degree at found starting on page 25. the student’s home university. Please note: If there is no study theme to cover your area of Securing a UOW academic supervisor is the responsibility interest, you can simply pick your own combination of subjects. of the applicant. Participants must contact the relevant UOW Academic Unit or Research Unit and negotiate with a Commerce Internship Program member of staff to supervise their project. Applications will Combine study abroad with a unique internship opportunity! not be accepted until a UOW supervisor has been confirmed. The experiential learning subject, COMM390 Commerce Participants are not eligible to receive a UOW Academic Internship, designed for students undertaking a business or Transcript as proof of research conducted at UOW will be commerce major, provides an opportunity for students to evident in the research results and written references from integrate and apply their university knowledge in an industry project supervisors. context. The subject is offered as a 6 credit point elective Participants will be required to enter Australia with a student and is available to approved business majors undertaking a visa. Information about this visa and the application process study abroad semester at the UOW. Students accepted into can be obtained by going to: www.immi.gov.au the Commerce Internship Program are required to enrol in at least 1 other subject from the Faculty of Commerce along with Further information may be obtained from the Study Abroad COMM390, and 1 or 2 other UOW subjects to make up a full- website: www.uow.edu.au/future/studyabroad Alternatively, time study load of 18 – 32 credit points. students can email [email protected] Please note: An additional placement fee is required for students accepted into this program. Please check with the UOW Study Abroad & Exchange Office at the time of application. Further information on the COMM390 Commerce Internship Program can be found on the following website: www.uow.edu.au/commerce/UOW047505

20 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG English Plus Uni Intakes Offered through UOW College, English Plus Uni is designed Three times per year. Additional English classes commence for students for whom English is not their first language, and every 5–6 weeks. who may not be at the required level of English to undertake a formal semester program. Course structure This is a variation of the Study Abroad Program where students Students study English for 14 hours per week and will also take who are enrolled in a degree at their home university can their chosen first year university subject(s) for 3–6 hours per enrol in a program at UOW College in which they audit 1 or 2 week. When there is a university session break students will university subjects and at the same time take part-time English study 20 hours per week of English. language classes. Students below a level of TOEFL 550 or IELTS 6, can add Students receive a transcript from UOW College for their additional weeks of English before commencing the audit studies here, and the home university may choose to offer component of English Plus Uni. They will study intensive some credit for this program. English for 20 hours per week. Normally students would have finished at least one year of Study Tours for Credit their Bachelor degree, and must have reached an equivalent UOW College can offer customised study tour programs for English level of TOEFL 525 (PBT), 195 (CBT) or 70 (iBT) groups of students. This study tour can be held at any time before they start the program. of the year, and can consist of English language training and/ UOW College offers full-time English courses which prepare or academic components and/or leisure and challenge/ students to commence the English plus Uni program. social research activities. For all or some of the study tour components, the home university may choose to grant credit Duration towards studies at the home university. 10 or 20 weeks with the option of adding additional weeks of English.

Study Abroad & International Exchange Program

English language requirement TOEFL 550 / IELTS 6 or equivalent

Indicative program dates* Semester 1 dates Semester 2 dates Start Late February End July Finish Mid – End June Mid November (end of university examinations) (end of university examinations)

Number of university subjects 3 or 4 per semester

Indicative tuition fees (2012 fees) A$9,000 Additional full-time English language course (if required to reach entry) – $400 per week

* All programs except those taken within the Sydney Business School.

Study abroad and exchange 21 Choosing Subjects

Planning Your Academic Program Assessment Selecting subjects and obtaining advice The assessment details for each subject are available under “Subject Information” in the online student calendar. Go to Courses (called ‘subjects’ at UOW) can be chosen from the full www.uow.edu.au/handbook and select Subject Descriptions. range of degree programs offered by the University, and studies A comprehensive syllabus outlining assessment and other can be undertaken across disciplines. Subjects are taught as a expectations is provided to students in the first lecture of mix of lectures, tutorials or seminars, laboratory work where each subject. appropriate, and individual study. As a Study Abroad/Exchange student you will be assessed in the same way as Australian students. Workload Generally, Study Abroad students enrol in three or four subjects Planning a Program of Study per session (two in summer session). To give yourself some flexibility with timetabling during enrolment, you should obtain Study Abroad/Exchange students enrol for one or two sessions approval in advance for five or six subjects per session. In as a non-award student. determining your individual program, you should note that: You can choose to study three or four subjects per semester. ƒƒ subjects are offered on a credit point basis The Study Abroad fee covers four subjects and there is no ƒƒ normal full-time course load is 48 credit points over two partial refund if you choose to study three subjects rather than sessions, or 24 credit points for one session (in either Autumn four subjects in any one semester. or Spring session), or 12 credit points in summer session. University sessions (semesters) commence in either Autumn or One credit point has an implied workload of two hours per week. Spring (March or July) unless you are studying a postgraduate Six credit points represents a minimum of 12 hours of work: program at SBS Sydney. You will be required to submit a UOW this may be 3 hours of lectures, 4 hours of reading and 5 hours Study Plan online following receipt of your offer letter. Once of personal study or essay writing. Many students will spend the study plan has been submitted your proposed subjects fewer than 15 hours a week in contact with lecturers or tutors will be assessed based on your academic background prior to but will be expected to prepare for these classes with reading your arrival. and tutorial preparation. Australian students are required to be This will ensure that your enrolment at UOW is an approved self-directed in their study and to submit a considerable amount program. While every effort is made to obtain approval of of written work in assignments and seminar or tutorial papers selected subjects, this is not guaranteed. Students should The Grading System: be flexible with subject selection, and come prepared with additional subjects they can study while at UOW. Academic High Distinction (HD): 85–100% advice on your program of study can be obtained from faculty Distinction (D): 75–84% staff during orientation week. We strongly advise that you bring Credit (C): 65–74% an up-to-date copy of your transcript or academic records from Pass (P): 50–64% your home university or college, as well as subject outlines, Pass Conceded (PC): 45–49% with subject descriptions. It is the responsibility of each Pass Restricted (PR): 45–49% applicant to ensure that the proposed program will earn the Fail (F): 0–44% credits needed to satisfy the degree at their home university The transfer of grades to your home university varies for each or college. college or institution. List of Subjects Transcripts The subject information in this book should be used as a guide Transcripts of results for individual students are issued by the only. For further information please go to www.uow.edu.au/ University at the end of each session, giving details of subjects handbook and select Subject Descriptions. taken and final grades and marks awarded. Official copies of the You need to choose between underdergraduate (100 – 400 level) transcripts are sent to each student’s home institution/program and postgraduate (800 – 900 level) subjects. You can only select provider for credit transfer. postgraduate subjects when you have already completed your bachelor degree. SBS 2012 Program Delivery IMPORTANT Check under Subject Availability when the subject Programs delivered at SBS iC and SBS Sydney are delivered on is offered. Some subjects are only offered in Autumn or in a trimester system. Trimesters begin January, May, and August. Spring semester. A limited selection of subjects is available during summer session (November – January). Students enrol in 3 – 4 subjects Also check prerequisites. Where prerequisites are listed this (18 – 24 credit points)per trimester. means you are only permitted to enrol in the subject if you have already taken an equivalent subject at your home university. Note Students should select only subjects with the prefix 'TBS' of 'SRMP' if they plan to study at SBS. Students may not select subjects at multiple campuses. Students must choose which UOW campus they wish to study at, and only select subjects from that campus.

22 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG Study Areas

Arts (Humanities & Education Information Technology Social Sciences) ƒƒ Adult Education ƒƒ Computer Science ƒƒ Asia – Pacific Studies ƒƒ Early Childhood Teaching ƒƒ Information Systems ƒƒ Australian Studies ƒƒ Educational Leadership ƒƒ Information Technology ƒƒ English ƒƒ Higher Education ƒƒ English Studies ƒƒ IT in Education and Training Law ƒƒ European Studies ƒƒ Language and Literacy ƒƒ Fisheries Policy ƒƒ Gender Studies ƒƒ Mathematics Education ƒƒ Graduate Law ƒƒ History ƒƒ Outdoor Education ƒƒ Law ƒƒ Indigenous Studies ƒƒ Physical Health Education ƒƒ Legal Practice ƒƒ International Studies ƒƒ Science Education ƒƒ Maritime Studies ƒƒ Languages ƒƒ Secondary/Primary Teaching ƒƒ Prosecutions/Defence ƒƒ Philosophy ƒƒ Special Education (inc Gifted Educ’n) ƒƒ Transnational Crime Prevention ƒƒ Politics ƒƒ TESOL ƒƒ Vocational Education & Training ƒƒ Postcolonial Studies Mathematics ƒƒ Resource & Environmental Studies ƒƒ Science, Technology & Society Engineering ƒƒ Mathematics ƒƒ Statistics ƒƒ Sociology ƒƒ Asset Management ƒƒ War and Society ƒƒ Civil Media/Communication ƒƒ Computer Business & Commerce ƒƒ Electrical Studies ƒƒ Accountancy ƒƒ Engineering Management ƒƒ Communication & Media Studies ƒƒ Business ƒƒ Environmental ƒƒ Digital Communication ƒƒ Business Information Systems ƒƒ Manufacturing ƒƒ Journalism ƒƒ eCommerce ƒƒ Materials ƒƒ Multimedia ƒƒ Economics ƒƒ Mechanical ƒƒ Screen Studies ƒƒ Employment Relations/ Human ƒƒ Mechatronics Resources ƒƒ Mining Science ƒƒ Finance ƒƒ Rolling Stock Engineering ƒƒ Biology ƒƒ Hospitality/Events/Tourism ƒƒ Telecommunications ƒƒ Biotechnology ƒƒ International Business ƒƒ Chemistry ƒƒ Management Health Sciences ƒƒ Land and Heritage Management ƒƒ Management – Health ƒƒ Community Health ƒƒ Marine Science ƒƒ Marketing ƒƒ Dementia ƒƒ Medical Radiation Physics ƒƒ Public Relations ƒƒ Exercise Rehabilitation ƒƒ Medicinal Chemistry ƒƒ Supply Chain Management/ Logistics ƒƒ Gerontology & Rehabilitation Studies ƒƒ Nanotechnology ƒƒ Project Management ƒƒ Health Management ƒƒ Nuclear Science & Technology ƒƒ Health Policy ƒƒ Photonics Creative Arts/Performance ƒƒ Health Promotion ƒƒ Physics ƒƒ Creative Writing ƒƒ Health Research ƒƒ Digital Media ƒƒ Health Science ƒƒ Graphic Design ƒƒ Indigenous Health ƒƒ Media Arts ƒƒ Medical Science ƒƒ Music/Sound ƒƒ Medicine ƒƒ Theatre/Performance ƒƒ Mental Health ƒƒ Visual Arts ƒƒ Nursing/Midwifery ƒƒ Nutrition/Dietetics Earth & Environmental ƒƒ Occupational Health and Safety Sciences ƒƒ Psychology ƒƒ Public Health ƒƒ Environmental Science ƒƒ Nursing ƒƒ Geography ƒƒ Geology

Study abroad and exchange 23 24 UNIVERSITY24 OF WOLLONGONG STUDY THEMES

Study Abroad students can select a program of study for one or two sessions from any of the academic disciplines at the University of Wollongong. A series of study packages covering various academic themes has been developed to assist with the planning process. Some of the themes include opportunities for students to incorporate an extra dimension to their semester abroad through an associated volunteering, service learning or internship relevant to the topic.

1 Australian and Indigenous Studies / 26

2 Creative Writing / 27

3 Digital Arts and Creative Arts / 28

4 ENGINEERING / 29

5 Information Technology and Information Systems / 30

6 International Relations and Business in Asia / 31

7 Landscape, Environment and Ecology of Australia / 32

8 Media Culture and Communications / 33

9 Medical and Health Sciences / 34

11 Pre-Law Studies / 35

12 Psychology / 36

10 Public Health and Indigenous Health / 37

13 Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship / 38

14 Sustainability Studies / 39

Study abroad and exchange 25 STUDY THEMES 1

Australian and Indigenous Studies

The Australian and Indigenous Studies theme provides a range of subject options to increase students’ understanding of contemporary cultural, environmental and social issues in Australia. It offers a rich insight into the complexities and contradictions that contribute to the notions of ‘Australia’ and ‘Australian’ and includes Aboriginal studies, history, politics, literature, media, sociology and science and technology studies. The Aboriginal studies subjects are taught by staff from the Woolyungah Indigenous Centre, an associate unit of the Faculty of Arts.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

AUST101 Australian Studies: Cultures & Identities None HIST203 Australians and the Great War 36 cp including 6 cp History, Politics, Australian Studies, Arts, CENV, International Studies HIST318 The Making of the Modern Australian Woman 16 cp at 200 level History INDS150 Introduction to Indigenous Australia None INDS200 Identity, History and Resiliance INDS150 or INDS130 plus 30 cp @ 100 level INDS201 Redefining Eden: Indigenous Peoples & the Environment 36 cp @ 100 level MACS225 Australian Content: International Contexts 36 cp VISA123 Introduction to Aboriginal Arts & Society None

Spring Session (July–November)

AUST102 Locating Australia None ECON304 The Historical Foundations of the Modern Australian Economy 72 cp including ECON101 & ECON111 ENGL 131 Contemporary Australia None HIST201 An Ocean of History: An Introduction to the Pacific World 36 cp including 6 cp of History, Politics or INTS HIST342 Sickness and Death: Social History and Public Health in Australia 16 cp of 200 level History INDS150 Introduction to Indigenous Australia None POL222 Australian Public Policy 36 cp including POL, AUST101, ARTS112, HIST109, SOC103, CENV, INTS SHS331 Social Determinates of Indigenous Health 24 cp at 200 level

cp = Credit Points

26 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG STUDY THEMES 2

Creative Writing

The Faculty of Creative Arts’ strand in Creative Writing offers a wide array of subject offerings in poetry, prose fiction, scripting (film and theatre) as well as editing and writing theory. In general, class activities are based around a combination of lectures, intensive workshops, writing exercises, group discussions and individual student presentations. Students are encouraged to participate in public readings and performance of their work, as well as the active pursuit of publication.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

CACW100 Introduction To Creative Writing None CACW101 Writing Foundation: Poetic, Dramatic, Narrative None CACW103 editing Foundation None CACW201 Poetic Studio Pre-approval required CACW202 dramatic Studio Pre-approval required CACW231 Writing, Representation and Power Pre-approval required CACW301 Invention and Experimentation - Imagining and Re-imagining Text Pre-approval required CACW331 Contemporary Theory and the Practising Writer Pre-approval required

Spring Session (July–November)

CACW100 Introduction To Creative Writing None CACW102 Writing Foundation: Literary Crossovers None CACW104 texts And Context None CACW203 narrative Studio Pre-approval required CACW232 Writing and Critical Theory Pre-approval required CACW390 Creative Writing Major Project Pre-approval required

cp = Credit Points

Study abroad and exchange 27 STUDY THEMES 3

Digital Arts and Creative Arts

The Digital Arts and Creative Arts theme draws together a variety of subjects relevant to students with an interest in the contemporary arts and the rapidly growing digital media industry. The subjects are drawn from the art and design programs and they combine both theory and practical work to give students an introduction to such diverse areas as graphic design, photography, multimedia arts, visual art, sound, drama and music history, and Aboriginal art and culture. The new Centre for Digital Media at UOW’s Innovation Campus works closely with industry partners and complements the research and facilities in the Faculty of Creative Arts. The Faculty’s studios, laboratories, performance spaces and galleries provide an inspiring work environment for showcasing the work of students as well as hosting Australian and international exhibitions and performances. In addition, the Faculty’s staff are accomplished nationally and internationally respected practitioners in their area.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

MEDA101 Introduction to Media Arts None MEDA201 time, Space and Data MEDA101 or MEDA102 CAPF101 Performance Skills 1: Acting, Movement, Singing, Voice None CAPF111 Stagecraft: Technical Aspects of Theatre Pre-approval required CAVA101 Visual Foundation 1 None CAVA102 Visual Foundation 2 None

Spring Session (July–November)

CSCI236 3D Modelling and Animation 12cp of 200 level CSCI or IACT subjects + ISIT and ITCS DESN190 design Principles None MEDA 202 System, Play and Interaction MEDA102 MEDA102 Computational Media MEDA101 CAPF102 Performance Skills 2: Acting, Movement, Singing and Voice none CAPF112 Stagecraft: Practical Aspects of Theatre None CAVA103 Visual Foundation 3 CAVA101 or CAVA102 CAVA104 Visual Foundation 4 CAVA101 or CAVA102

cp = Credit Points

28 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG STUDY THEMES 4

ENGINEERING

Engineering, one of UOW’s foundation faculties, has a long and successful tradition in Wollongong. The Faculty of Engineering is recognised as one of the top Faculties of Engineering in Australia and is a member of the Group of Eight Deans of Engineering and Associates (Go8). The Faculty enjoys an established international reputation for research excellence in areas such as structural engineering, geomechanics, mining, robotics and mechatronics, physics, and environmental engineering among others. Students benefit from direct access to professors who play a pivotal role in the latest research alongside leading government and industry professionals. Engineering is a research intensive Faculty with a student centred environment, where students interact with teaching staff at the forefront of their field of research. Students have opportunities to work in well designed laboratories and workshops, which are essential to the development of engineering skills. Students are also able to take advantage of participating in the annual Australasian Formula SAE competition, where students design, build and race their own car, as well as building up valuable project management skills.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

ENGG251 mechanics of Solids ENGG152 Engineering Mechanics ENVE377 membrane Science and Technology ENVE220 Water Quality and Ecological Engineering ENGG252 engineering Fluid Mechanics MATH142 Essentials of Engineering Mathematics MATE301 engineering Alloys MATE203 Phase Transformations ENGG361 Project and Business Management None MATE307 fracture, Failure and Degradation MATE202 Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria MECH341 thermodynamics MECH252 Thermodynamics, Experimental Methods and Analysis

Spring Session (July–November)

ENGG154 Innovation & Design None ENVE220 Water Quality and Ecological Engineering ENGG252 Engineering Fluid Mechanics ENVE221 air & Noise Pollution Control Engineering ENGG252 Engineering Fluid Mechanics CIVL272 Surveying None MECH201 engineering Analysis MATH283 Mathematics II E Part 1 ENGG378 Sustainable Energy Technologies ENGG252 - Engineering Fluid Mechanics MINE416 mining Economics None

cp = Credit Points

Study abroad and exchange 29 STUDY THEMES 5

Information Technology and Information Systems

The Information Technology and Information Systems theme provides students with an understanding of the rapidly changing IT environment and importance of IT in the digital economy. Subjects are taught through the School of Information Systems and Technology which is one of Australia’s leading teaching and research centres for building, deploying and managing the latest computing technologies and business computing systems. Subjects in the Information Technology and Information Systems theme prepare students for careers in the IT industry which are involved with the analysis, design, maintenance and enhancement of computer-based information systems critical to the successful operation of modern organisations. The IT subject offerings explore a range of current cutting-edge technological issues which are at the forefront of industry and innovation across the information and communication industry today.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

ISIT102 Information Systems None SIT105 Communications and networks None ISIT204 Principles of e-Business 24cp at 100 level ISIT205 Social Impact of Technology 24cp at 100 level ISIT301 Professional Practice & Ethics 24cp at 200 level ISIT313 Corporate Responsibility and IT 24cp at 200 level ISIT417 Business Intelligence and Knowledge Management 24cp at 300 level ISIT416 Organisational issues in Information Technology 24cp at 300 level ISIT430 Introduction to Health Informatics 24cp at 300 level

Spring Session (July–November)

ISIT100 Systems Analysis None ISIT112 Database None ISIT203 Social Informatics and the Workplace 24cp at 100 level ISIT201 Information and Communication Security Issues 24cp at 100 level ISIT326 Social Policy and IT 24cp at 100 level ISIT401 Information Systems Strategic Planning 24cp at 300 level ISIT410 IT-enabled Supply Chain Management 24cp at 300 level ISIT429 Concepts and Issues in Healthcare Computing 24cp at 300 level

cp = Credit Points

30 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG STUDY THEMES 6

International Relations and Business in Asia

The International Relations and Business in Asia theme includes a range of subject options relevant to the analysis, appreciation and study of the diversity of the global community. The International Studies offerings, including language, politics and sociology, help prepare students for future careers in international organisations, as part of the public sector or as part of non-government organisations. The International Business offerings within the Faculty of Commerce prepare students to respond to the intricacies of international business including the impact of differing cultures and languages, issues posed by differing markets and differing government regulations.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

FIN 241 International Financial Management (ACCY102 or ACCY112 & ECON111) or FIN111 INTS100 Introduction to International Studies None ISIT306 Strategic eBusiness Solutions 24 cp at 200 level ISIT LING210 Communication Across Cultures None MARK343 International Marketing MARK101 or MARK213 or MARK293 MGMT301 managing Across Cultures MGMT110 + 12cp from 200 and 300 commerce POL100 The Art of Politics None POL225 International Relations: Issues, Concepts and Theories 36 cp including 6 cp Politics POL317 Politics in the South Pacific None

Spring Session (July–November)

ECON216 International Trade Theory & Policy ECON111 ECON251 Industry and Trade in East Asia None ECON306 the Chinese Economy 72 cp including ECON101 and ECON111 ISIT326 Social Policy & IT 12 cp at 200 level ISIT ISIT332 Business Process Management ISIT204 or IACT304 MGMT341 International & Comparative Human Resource Management mGMT110 plus 12 cp from commerce 200 & 300 level subjects POL121 Global Politics and Power None SOC326 Globalisation and Social Transformation 16 cp at 200 level

cp = Credit Points

Study abroad and exchange 31 STUDY THEMES 7

Landscape, Environment and Ecology of Australia

This theme examines the environment and ecology of Australia and is relevant to students with an interest in geography, environmental & earth sciences, conservation, cultural studies or biology. A distinctive feature of the Faculty of Science at UOW is the close connection between research and undergraduate teaching. Undergraduate students have access to researchers at the forefront of their fields as the top researchers also lecture and conduct practical classes.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

BIOL 104 evolution, Biodiversity & Environment None BIOL 240 biodiversity of Marine and Freshwater Organisms BIOL103, BIOL104 & BIOL105 BIOL 251 Principles of Ecology BIOL103, BIOL104 & BIOL105 EESC 101 Planet Earth None EESC 103 Landscape Change and Climatology None EESC 203 biogeography & Environmental Change 12cp at 100 level EESC INDS 201 redefining Eden: Indigenous Peoples & the Environment 36cp at 100 level STS 300 the Environmental Context Any 36cp

Additional subject options for students with a strong background in biology (or other relevant science majors)

BIOL 351 Conservation Biology: Marine & Terrestrial Populations BIOL251 & STAT252 SCIE 292 Science Research Internship For science majors

Spring Session (July–November)

BIOL 103 molecules, Cells & Organisms None BIOL 241 biodiversity of Terrestrial Organisms BIOL103, BIOL104 & BIOL105 EESC 102 earth, Environment & Resources None EESC 104 the Human Environment: Problems & Change None EESC 202 Soils, Landscapes & Hydrology 12cp 100 level in EESC ESC 208 environmental Impact of Societies 12cp at 100 level in any discipline EESC 210 Social Spaces: Urban & Rural Normally EESC104 or 6cp of 100-level Sociology INDS 150 Introduction to Indigenous Australia None SCIE 103 Climate Change None STS 116 or 218 environment in Crisis Any 36cp

Additional subject options for students with a strong background in biology (or other relevant science majors)

BIOL 351 Conservation Biology: Marine & Terrestrial Populations BIOL251 & STAT252 EESC 308 environmental & Heritage Management 12cp at 200 level in EESC SCIE 292 Science Research Internship For science majors

cp = Credit Points

32 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG STUDY THEMES 8

Media Culture and Communications

The Media Culture and Communications theme draws together subjects with a shared interest in the ways in which media and entertainment industries and practices shape our everyday lives. This theme also includes subjects that address the social impact of communications technologies—the rise of mobile social networking, for example, or the way computers are changing both the way we work and learn, and how we experience community and intimacy. All of these subjects are implicitly international in their outlook, but at the same time they offer a good introduction to the distinctively Australian experience of media culture. If you want to know more about the blend of imported and locally produced media consumed in Australia, or to find out about how Australian journalists, film producers, TV buyers, games designers, or advertising campaigns take advantage of this mix, subjects in this theme will help you find out.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

HIST291 film & History 36cp including 6 cp History or Politics, AUST, CCS, ARTS, SMAC, MACS, INTS ISIT 205 Social Impact of Technology 24cp at 100 level IT, Business Systems or Computer Science JOUR202 feature Writing JOUR101 or JOUR201 JOUR205 Professional Writing 1: Writing for Organisations JOUR101 or JOUR201 or JOUR111 LING210 Communication Across Cultures None MACS225 australian Content, International Contexts 36cp MACS230 Visual Communication 36cp MACS335 media Innovation and Global Communication 16cp at 200 level MACS390 media, War & Peace 24cp at 200 level POL100 The Art of Politics None STS100 Knowledge, Culture & Social Change: Science, Technology & Society none STS288 Risk, Media and Communication Any 36cp CACW100 Introduction to Creative Writing None

Spring Session (July–November)

PHIL106 media Ethics & Law None DIGC202 Global Networks 36cp at 100 level ISIT 203 Social Informatics and the Workplace 24cp at 100 level Information Technology, Business systems or Computer Science JOUR101 Introduction to Journalism and Professional Writing None: May be restricted to Journalism majors JOUR305 Professional Writing 2: Editing and Publication JOUR205 MACS120 the Culture of Everyday Life None MACS333 hollywood and Beyond: Genres Across Cultures 16cp at 200 level PHIL151 Practical Reasoning None POL121 Global Politics and Power None POL224 Politics and the Media 36cp including 6cp Politics, CCS, MACS, BCM, INTS SOC 104 Communication, Media & Society None

cp = Credit Points

Study abroad and exchange 33 STUDY THEMES 9

Medical and Health Sciences

Study abroad is an ideal way for students who are preparing for health-related careers to gain valuable international and cross-cultural perspectives on health policy and medical issues affecting today’s global society. UOW offers a range of subjects which will be of interest to students undertaking a pre-med program. Interested students should discuss their study options with their home advisors well in advance of their proposed studies, as working a study abroad experience into a pre-med/pre-health undergraduate program will require careful planning. It is possible to undertake some introductory and upper-level courses from a number of faculties at UOW; however, the upper-level programs focussing on health-related studies are normally only open to students with the necessary prerequisites. Introductory courses in anatomy, biology, chemistry and physics are offered and there are also opportunities to study a variety of health-related social issues, such as bioethics, health needs of particular populations, the economics of health care, concepts and issues in healthcare computing.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

BIOL104 evolution, Biodiversity & Environment None CHEM 101 Introductory Physical & General Chemistry None – high school chemistry recommended CHEM 211 Inorganic Chemistry II CHEM101 & CHEM102 CHEM 212 organic Chemistry II CHEM101 & CHEM102 INDS150 Introduction to Indigenous Australia None ISIT430 Introduction to Health Informatics 24cp at 300 level NMIH101 effective Communication in Health Care Relationships None PHIL 206 Practical Ethics Any 36cp SHS110 Human Growth, Nutrition and Exercise None SHS111 Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology None SHS130 Public Health- Current Issues and their Determinants None SHS210 Histology BMS101 or BMS112 or SHS111 or SHS112 SHS211 Control Mechanisms Physiology SHS111 & SHS112 STS251 Social Aspects of Genetics & Biotechnology Any 36cp

Spring Session (July–November)

BIOL103 molecules, Cells & Organisms None CHEM 102 Structures and Reactivity of Molecules for Life CHEM101 ECON317 economics of Health and Health Care None ISIT429 Concepts & Issues in Healthcare Computing 24cp at 300 level NANO101 Current Perspectives in Nanotechnology None PHIL 380 bioethics Any 36cp PHYS155 Introduction to Biomedical Physics None SCIE 101 modern Perspectives in Science None SHS112 Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology II None SHS212 Introduction to Pathophysiology BMS202 or SHS211

cp = Credit Points

34 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG STUDY THEMES 11

Pre-Law Studies

This grouping of subjects is for those who have completed an introductory law subject at their home institution and plan to enrol in a graduate law degree. Students without a background in legal studies who are interested in including an introductory law subject in their study program at UOW are eligible to enrol in LAW 101 Law, Business & Society (offered Autumn session only).

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

IACT201 Professional Practice and Ethics 24cp at 100 level LAW101 Law, Business & Society None LAW302 Law of Business Organisations LAW101 or LAW210 or LAW100 LAW308 administrative Law LAW100 or LAW101 LAW316 occupational Health & Safety Law LAW100 or LAW101 & 12cp in LAW LAW330 Law of Employment (MGMT240) or (LAW100 + either COMM100 or LAW210) or (LAW101) LAW331 Intellectual Property Law (MGMT240) or (LAW100 + either COMM100 or LAW210) or (LAW101) LAW343 International Law LAW100 or LAW101 LLB354 human Rights Law LLB220 or LLB230 or LLB240 or LLB305 or LLB307 or LLB308 PHIL206 Practical Ethics Any 36cp

Spring Session (July–November)

LAW332 Labour Regulation LAW101 or LAW210 LAW335 anti-Discrimination Law LAW100 or LAW101 LAW344 Indigenous Peoples and Legal Systems LAW100 or LAW101 or ABST100 PHIL151 Practical Reasoning None PHIL380 bioethics Any 36cp PHIL106 medical Ethics and Law None SOC244 Punishment: Purpose, Practice, Policy 36cp at 100 level

cp = Credit Points

Study abroad and exchange 35 STUDY THEMES 12

Psychology

The Psychology theme highlights introductory and advanced subjects from the Psychology major, accredited by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council. This provides an opportunity for students with appropriate background knowledge to combine subjects in psychology with their studies in a variety of fields including: business and management, health sciences, humanities, social sciences and engineering. The School of Psychology is a research-intensive academic unit within the Faculty of Health & Behavioural Sciences. It has extensive computer facilities as well as teaching and research laboratories which are equipped with the latest technology and supported by a team of professional technical staff.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

PSYC101 Introduction to Behavioural Science None PSYC121 foundations of Psychology A None PSYC234 biological Psychology & Learning At least 12cp of introductory Psychology PSYC236 Perception and Cognition At least 12cp of introductory Psychology PSYC250 Quantitative Methods At least 12cp of introductory Psychology PSYC315 abnormal Psychology 24cp of 2nd year Psychology PSYC345 advanced Cognition 24cp of 2nd year which includes equivalent of PSYC236 Cognition & Perception PSYC347 assessment & Intervention 24cp of 2nd year Psychology PSYC350 Social Behaviour and Individual Differences 24cp of 2nd year Psychology

Spring Session (July–November)

PSYC231 Personality At least 12cp of introductory Psychology PSYC241 developmental & Social Psychology At least 12cp of introductory Psychology PSYC249 applied Psychology At least 12cp of introductory Psychology PSYC348 history & Metatheory of Psychology 24cp of 2nd year Psychology PSYC349 Visual Perception 24cp of 2nd year Psychology which includes equivalent of PSYC236 Cognition & Perception PSYC352 Psychophysiology 24cp of 2nd year Psychology which includes equivalent of PSYC234 Biological Psychology & Learning

cp = Credit Points

36 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG STUDY THEMES 10

Public Health and Indigenous Health

The Public Health courses at UOW provide study options for those interested in a career that enhances the health of the community. The courses provide students with skills to obtain, review and analyse health information, and to plan and manage health projects and programs that improve the health of populations. The School of Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health teaches a range of courses which are relevant to students interested in community health issues for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and other indigenous peoples.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

INDS150 Introduction to Indigenous Australia None INDS200 Identity, History & Resilience INDS150 plus 30cp at 100 level ISIT430 Introduction to Health Informatics 24cp at 300 level NMIH101 effective Communication in Health Care Relationships None PSYC101 Introduction to Behavioural Science None SHS110 Human Growth, Nutrition & Exercise None SHS111 Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology None SHS130 Public Health- Current Issues and their Determinants None SHS230 Contemporary Public Health Issues Any 24cp

Spring Session (July–November)

ECON317 economics of Health Care None ISIT429 Concepts & Issues in Healthcare Computing 24cp at 300 level NMIH108 Introduction to Health Behaviour Change NMH102 NMIH205 Cultural Competence in Health Care Practice NMIH101 or NURS162 SHS112 Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology II None SHS150 Fundamental Concepts in Food and Nutrition None

cp = Credit Points

Study abroad and exchange 37 STUDY THEMES 13

Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Courses taught in the Faculty of Commerce are underpinned by its mission to inspire socially innovative commerce through an understanding of genuine corporate social responsibility, environmental sustainability, personal and business ethics and human rights. The University of Wollongong has become a signatory to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), and is part of a select global network of universities that has embraced the six principles. These principles formally develop responsible business education practices, holding organisations accountable for their actions and outlining strict targets that must be met to retain credibility. Study abroad students can apply to enrol in COMM390 Commerce Internship (6 cp) if they are enrolling in at least one other subject offered by the Faculty of Commerce. This experiential learning subject, designed for students undertaking a commerce/business major, provides an opportunity for students to integrate and apply their university knowledge in an industry context.

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

COMM101 Principles of Responsible Commerce None COMM390 Commerce Internship 48cp ECON309 environmental & Natural Resource Economics ECON111 ISIT205 Social Impact of Technology 24cp at 100 level ISIT, BUSS, CSCI MARK 356 Creating & Marketing New Products MARK101 or MARK213 MGMT351 responsible Leadership MGMT110 and MGMT201

Spring Session (July–November)

COMM101 Principles of Responsible Commerce None COMM390 Commerce Internship 48cp ISIT 203 Social Informatics and the Workplace 24cp at 100 level ISIT, BUSS,CSCI MARK320 Social Marketing MARK101 or MARK213 MGMT311 management of Change MGMT110

cp = Credit Points

38 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG STUDY THEMES 14

Sustainability Studies

The Sustainability Studies theme includes new technologies, environmental conservation, green energy, climate change and philosophy. Faculty of Science research internship opportunities may be available to approved third year science students. Topics vary from session to session—previous topics have included ‘Climate change effect on arid Australia during the past 100,000 years’, ‘Drought, land degradation, and the beginnings of Central Australian ecological research in the 1960s’ and ‘How long can we sustain our soil resources?' www.uow.edu.au/science/researchinternships

Subject code Subject name Prerequisite knowledge

Autumn session (February–July)

BIOL104 evolution, Biodiversity and the Environment None EESC103 Landscape Change and Climatology None ENVE385 environmental Engineering None ENVE420 Water Resources Engineering CIVL332 Hydraulics & Hydrology INDS201 redefining Eden: Indigenous Peoples and the Environment 36cp at 100 level LAW101 Law, Business and Society None PHIL206 Practical Ethics Any 36cp STS100 Knowledge, Culture & Social Change: Science, Technology & Society none

Additional subject options for students with a strong background in Engineering

ENVE311 Pollution Control & Cleaner Production None ENVE377 membrane Science & Technology ENVE220

Spring Session (July–November)

EESC102 earth Environment and Resources None EESC104 the Human Environment: Problems and Change None EESC208 environmental Impact of Societies 12cp at 100 level ENVE320 environmental Engineering Design for Sustainability ENVE220 or equivalent LLB334 environmental Law LLB220, LLB230, LLB240, LLB305, LLB307, LLB308 PHIL256 ethics and Environment A At least 36cp SCIE103 Climate Change None

Additional subject options for students with a strong background in Engineering

ENVE220 Water Quality and Ecological Engineering ENGG252 Engineering Fluid Mechanics ENVE221 air & Noise Pollution Control Engineering None ENVE410 Site Remediation Engineering None ENVE421 Integrated Environmental Engineering Data ENVE320 & CIVL322 ENGG378 Sustainable Energy Technologies ENGG252 – Engineering Fluid Mechanics or MECH440 or MECH340 MECH479 Sustainable Transport & Engine Technologies* MECH252 Thermodynamics, Experimental Methods and Analysis & MECH226 Machine Dynamics

cp = Credit Points *Does not run every year check online

Study abroad and exchange 39 connect: APPLICATION information

40 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG Admission Requirements

For all Undergraduate Study Abroad and Exchange Programs, including English Plus Uni, applicants must have completed Important Application Dates at least one year of study at a university or other recognised tertiary institution and be currently enrolled at an overseas SEMESTER PROGRAMS university. Students with a Cumulative Grade Point Average Program applications (GPA) of 3.0 or higher (on a scale of 4.0), or equivalent, can ƒƒ 1 November for commencements in Autumn Session be admitted. (February – June) Students applying for Postgraduate subjects must have ƒƒ 1 April for commencements in Spring Session completed the equivalent of an Australian Bachelor degree. (July – November) ƒƒ 1 November for commencements in Summer Session (December – February) English Language Late applications may be accepted if places are still available Requirements and if sufficient time is allowed for visa processing. All students whose first language is not English are required Study plan submission to provide evidence that they satisfy the University’s English ƒƒ 30 November for commencement in Autumn Session language requirements. For Study Abroad and Exchange (February – June) programs the minimum requirements are: ƒƒ 1 May for commencement in Spring Session IELTS (July – November) Academic overall 6.0, and 6.0 in reading and writing. Accommodation application TOEFL ƒƒ 30 November for commencement in Autumn Session (February) ƒƒ 550 paper ƒƒ 1 May for commencement in Spring Session (July) ƒƒ 213 computer ƒƒ 4.0 TWE/Essay Rating ƒƒ 79 internet-based with not less than 20 in writing, For programs at Sydney Business School—applications, study 18 in reading, 17 in listening and 16 in speaking. plans and accommodation requests must be received at least Applicants who have studied in a country where English is six weeks prior to each trimester. the medium of instruction may be exempted—this includes studies in English-speaking countries, as well as completion of schooling in Malaysia, Hong Kong and Singapore, and examination results in high school English subjects in some Financial Aid European and Scandinavian countries. Many students are eligible to apply for their regular Federal Financial Aid in order to undertake their studies at the If you require a period of intensive English to prepare you University of Wollongong. Please contact your institution’s for entry to a semester program, UOW College, located on financial aid office to confirm that financial aid is available for the University campus, can offer you a choice of English overseas study and to find out if you are eligible for loan money. language programs. You may also like to consider the English Plus Uni audit programs detailed on page 21. Alternatively, we can issue a package offer for full-time intensive English at UOW College, leading to a semester or year-long study abroad program.

Study abroad and exchange 41 Application and enrolment

Before applying students should check with their Study Abroad or Exchange Adviser to see if there are special program arrangements between their home institution and the University of Wollongong.

1. Submit the UOW Application Form 6. Submit Your Offer Acceptance Submit a completed Study Abroad & Exchange Program You must return the following to the Study Abroad & Exchange Application Form to the UOW Study Abroad & Exchange Office: Office. Application forms can be obtained from your Study ƒƒ The formal acceptance of the offer (‘Attachment A of Offer Abroad or Exchange Adviser, or you can print one from Letter’) www.uow.edu.au/future/studyabroad/forms ƒƒ Health insurance (OSHC) payment Your application must include: ƒƒ Tuition fee payment for one session. This can be returned via email, fax or mail. ƒƒ An original copy of your academic transcript ƒƒ An original copy of your English language results if applicable 7. Airport Pick-Up Application ƒƒ A supporting letter from a faculty member or from your Apply online for your complimentary airport pick-up. Study Abroad Adviser ƒƒ A passport-sized photograph 8. Confirmation of Enrolment 2. Assessment The UOW Study Abroad & Exchange Office will send you an electronic confirmation of enrolment (eCOE) via email once all We will assess you application and you will be notified by email relevant fees have been processed. You will use the eCOE and of the outcome within two weeks of it being received by the the eCOE number (located at the top right of the email) to apply UOW Study Abroad & Exchange Office. for an Australian student visa. 3. Offer of Admission 9. Apply for Your Visa Successful applicants receive an offer of admission (‘offer Depending on your country of citizenship, you may be eligible letter’) to the UOW Study Abroad & Exchange Program via to lodge your visa application and be granted a student visa to email. Accommodation application instructions and further pre- study in Australia for up to 12 months via the internet. arrival information (to help prepare for the trip to Wollongong) is included. Applications for student visas can also be made at your nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate. Applicants 4. Apply for Accommodation must be over 18 years of age and be applying for visa subclass If your preference is to live in a University of Wollongong 575 (Non-Award). residence then you MUST make your online application to Students should contact the nearest Australian diplomatic Accommodation Services by the relevant dates: office as soon as possible after receiving their offer, as medical ƒƒ November 30 for studies commencing in February checks and X-rays may be required. It is important to allow ƒƒ May 1 for studies commencing in July time for this. Study abroad and exchange students must enter Australia on a valid visa. Most students will be required to apply You must meet these deadlines even if you haven't received the for a Student Visa subclass 575 (Non-Award), some students, outcome of your Study Abroad & Exchange application yet. depending on duration of study in Australia and citizenship Applications can be made online at applyaccom.uow.edu.au may be eligible to enter Australia on a Working Holiday Visa. To determine eligibility for the Working Holiday Visa and for all 5. Submit Your Study Plan visa application procedures please go to: www.immi.gov.au Study Plans should be submitted online by the relevant deadline: 10. Enrol Online ƒƒ November 30 for studies commencing in February About a month after you submit your study plan to UOW you ƒƒ May 1 for studies commencing in July will receive an email confirming your approved subjects for These are submitted online at: enrolment at UOW. With this email will be instructions on how www.uow.edu.au/future/studyabroad/program to enrol online. Enrolment online will ensure you are enrolled in your relevant subjects. You will also be given your UOW email address. Notes for SBS students For intakes at SBS, applications, study plans and accommodation requests must be received at least six weeks prior to each trimester.

42 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG Arrival and Orientation

There are a host of orientation activities that take place at UOW once you have arrived.

PRE-ARRIVAL orientation activities. Each hall has a week-or-more-long Approximately four weeks before Orientation, you'll receive program to welcome new students to their relevant campus and a Pre-Arrival Email. This will provide valuable information on ensure that all new students meet their fellow residents. Orientation, Travel plans, Accommodation and Arrival. Study Abroad & Exchange You should become familiar with the International Student Pre- Orientation Trips Arrival Checklist: www.uow.edu.au/future/international and The Study Abroad & Exchange Office in conjunction with local the UOW Study Abroad & Exchange website to ensure you are tour operators organise affordable weekend orientation trips well prepared for your arrival in Australia. to ensure you see some of the local area and your new home at the start of session. In the past trips have been offered to ARRIVING ON TIME destinations including Jervis Bay, the Blue Mountains, and You should arrive in Wollongong during the weekend prior to the Newcastle to name a few. These trips are optional add-ons to start of orientation, as orientation is compulsory. orientation week and a great way to ensure some sightseeing Orientation will give you with all the information you need to before classes begin. settle into a new country and confidently approach a new study environment. See opposite for more information. Welcome to Wollongong The Welcome to Wollongong event is a civic reception held Orientation Day to welcome international students to Wollongong and the The Study Abroad & Exchange Office coordinates your first day Illawarra region. It includes as live music performances, on campus to include essential information such as enrolment giveaways, interactive activities and a traditional welcome requirements, visa information, settling into campus etc. It also to Country. More information about this celebration can be covers sessions such as surf safety, Australian flora and fauna accessed at www.uow.edu.au and other tips to get you acquainted to life in Australia. It is your Finally, after all of your studies are done UOW hosts a Farewell chance to ask us all your questions as a new student and meet Ceremony to wish you luck on your return home! Here you the other Study Abroad & Exchange students that will be your will receive your Study Abroad & Exchange certificate of classmates for the next 6–12 months. completion, a group photo of the session’s Study Abroad & www.uow.edu.au/future/studyabroad/orientation Exchange group and a gift and information about becoming an Alumni member of UOW. Separate Orientations are held for students undertaking their program at SBS. Free Airport Pickup UOW O-Week Festival The University has a free airport pick-up service UOW organises a week-long program of orientation activities for all new international students arriving at Sydney to keep you busy and get you acquainted to campus. The week’s Airport (International or Domestic terminals) and travelling to activities include events such as a comedy night, O-Party and Wollongong. Your booking must be made no less than 48 hours 'Salsa under the Stars', not to mention a chance to see what the prior to your arrival. If you are arriving on a Saturday or Sunday, Uni offers in regards to clubs and societies etc. More info your request should be made by no later than 4pm on the is available at getstarted.uow.edu.au Thursday before. University Halls of Residence Orientation Activities Each UOW managed hall of residence hosts a multitude of

Study abroad and exchange 43 Partners KEY: Study Abroad Exchange Utrecht Network

Austria Hong Kong Karl-Franzens-Universität, Graz Hong Kong Baptist University Belgium Hungary Universiteit Antwerpen Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyeten (ELTE) Brazil Iceland Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) University of Iceland (Háskóli Islands Reykjavik) Canada Ireland Concordia University Dublin City University McMaster University, Canada National University of Ireland, Cork University of Alberta Italy University of British Columbia Politecnico di Milano University of Calgary Università degli Studi di Bologna University of Manitoba Università per Stranieri di Siena University of Toronto University of Victoria Japan University of Waterloo Dokkyo University China (P.R.C.) Doshisha University Doshisha Women's College of Liberal Arts Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade Hiroshima-Shudo University Wuhan University J.F. Oberlin University Colombia Kobe University Escuela Colombiana de Ingenieria Oita University Universidad EAFIT Otaru University of Commerce University Externado of Colombia Senshu University Sophia University Czech Republic University of Electro-Communications Masarykova Univerzita, Brno Latvia Denmark Latvijas Universitate, Riga Aarhus Universitet, Denmark Lithuania Estonia Viliniaus Universitetas Tartu Ülikool Macedonia Finland University "St. Kliment Ohridski", Bitola Itä-Suomen Yliopisto Helsingin Yliopisto, Helsinki Malaysia Universiti Malaysia Sabah France Universiti Sains Malaysia Ecole Catholique d’Arts et Métiers (ECAM) Ecole Internationale des Sciences du Malta Traitement de L’Information (EISTI) Università ta’ Malta Ecole Speciale de Mechanique et D’Electricite “Sudria” (ESME) Mexico Université d'Orléans Tec de Monterrey IESEG School of Management – Université Catholique de Lille Universidad Iberoamericana INSA Lyon Supélec Netherlands Université François-Rabelais de Tours Arnhem Business School Université des Sciences et Technologies de Lille Maastricht University Université Louis Pasteur (Strasbourg I) Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht Université Marc Bloch (Strasbourg II) Universiteit Utrecht Université de Pau University Robert Schuman (Strasbourg III) New Caledonia Universite de la Nouvelle-Caledonie Germany Friedrich-Alexander Universität, Norway Erlangen-Nürnberg Buskerud University College Leibniz Universität Hannover Gjøvik University Ruhr-Universität Bochum Høgskolen i Lillehammer Technische Universität, München Norges Teknisk-Naturvitenskapelige Universitet Universität Leipzig Sor-Trondelag University College WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management Stord/Haugesund University College Universitet i Bergen Greece Universitetet i Oslo Aristotéleio Panepistimio Thessalonikis University of Stavanger 44 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG Poland Brown University Uniwersytet Jagiellonski Kraków California State University, Long Beach Central Michigan University Portugal Clemson University Universidade de Coimbra Colgate University Romania College of William and Mary Universitatea 'Alexandru Ioan Cuza', Iasi Colorado School of Mines Cornell University Singapore East Carolina University Nanyang Technological University Eastern Michigan University Slovakia Emory University Gustavus Adolphus College Univerzita Komenského v Braislave Hamline University Slovenia Hanover College Univerza v Ljubljani Indiana University Bloomington Indiana University of Pennsylvania South Korea Ithaca College Ajou University James Madison University Chung-Ang University Johnson C. 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Study abroad and exchange 45 Broaden your horizons

Study Abroad can be a defining moment in your time at university. You can broaden your horizons, learn more about the world, your degree and yourself.

Javier Alvarez / Spain

Javier is a postgraduate student from Universidad de León, Spain, studying Mining Engineering. He came to Australia for its reputation in mining, and to practise his English amongst native English speakers. “I actually had a connection with UOW before I came. I made friends with a UOW student who was on exchange at my home university. She told me about Wollongong and I decided I had to come and experience it for myself.” Wollongong was nothing like he expected however. “I was expecting red earth and desert, like how Australia is shown in the films, but instead it is very lush and green. The campus is very quiet and modern, yet almost like a jungle!’

46 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG Broaden your horizons

Javier has been exploring Wollongong and the Illawarra The biggest difference Javier has noticed about the UOW region. He has climbed to the top of Mount Keira which teaching style is the way the University combines study with starts from the UOW campus, and walked to the nearby industry experience. Nan Tein Temple, the largest Buddhist Temple in the Southern “Throughout your studies you come into contact with industry Hemisphere. He plans to take a Big Bus Tour, a sightseeing tour professionals who are specialists in their field, giving you the organised by UOW Student Life, to see highlights such as the opportunity to network and learn from experts.” Kiama Blowhole, the Australian Capital Territory, and dolphin watching in Jervis Bay. He is also attending English conversation groups, where he has made friends with not only Australians, but people from all around the world.

Study abroad and exchange 47 NOTES

48 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG IMPORTANT DATES

Wollongong Campus Accommodation Applications Spring Session – 2012 Applications for university residences must be made online Enrolment/Orientation 17 July at www.apply-accom.uow.edu.au Lectures Commence 23 July In order to secure a place in the residences, application End of Session 15 November should be made by: Summer Session – 2012/2013 ƒƒ November 30 for studies commencing in February Lectures Commence 26 November ƒƒ May 1 for studies commencing in July End of Session 1 February Autumn – 2013 Academic English Enrolment/Orientation 26 February Lectures Commence 4 March Course Dates End of Session 27 June For students that require English prior to the start of the of their study abroad and exchange period. Spring Session – 2013 Enrolment/Orientation 23 July english for tertiary studies Lectures Commence 29 July For entry to Length of End of Session 21 November UOW session Study required Start date 18 weeks 24 September 2012 Sydney Business School – Autumn 2013 12 weeks 5 November 2012 Sydney and WOLLONGONG 6 weeks 7 January 2013 Innovation Campus 18 weeks 25 February 2013 Spring 2013 12 weeks 8 April 2013 Trimester 3 – 2012 6 weeks 20 May 2013 Enrolment/Orientation 9 – 10 August Lectures Commence 13 August End of Session 10 November TRIMESTER 1 – 2013 Enrolment/Orientation 31 January – 1 February Lectures Commence 4 February End of Session 4 May TRIMESTER 2 – 2013 Enrolment/Orientation 9 – 10 May Lectures Commence 13 May End of Session 10 August TRIMESTER 3 – 2013 Enrolment/Orientation 15 – 16 August Lectures Commence 19 August End of Session 16 November

Study abroad and exchange 49 LEARN MORE

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