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STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT YOUR PATH CONTENTS

02 Welcome to UOW College Australia

04 About Wollongong, transport and cost of living

08 Homestay and Accommodation

12 Wollongong Campus

16 UOW South Western Sydney Campus

18 Services and Support

20 Study Choices

23 University Preparation Programs

24 Diploma Programs UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA 28 English Courses

30 Direct Entry English Courses

31 Academic English Courses

32 Scholarships

34 Entry Requirements and How to Apply

1 WELCOME —

At UOW College Australia we are committed to providing high quality education with a mission of “unlocking potential through learning”.

For over 30 years UOW College People are drawn to the Australia has helped more than University of Wollongong (UOW) 30,000 students from over 70 for many reasons: to pursue nations continue their education. accredited qualifications, gain At UOW College Australia, we employment experience, build respect difference because it global perspectives and access brings individuality and a rich world-class research. variety of experiences to the Every one of them is assured of classroom. We also know that receiving the support they need diversity and equity help us to to do their very best. improve our college, enhance innovation and assist in supporting our students to achieve The University of Wollongong has the expertise and their educational goals. experience to help you reach your goals.

Our students learn via a range of methods including High quality, accessible research has placed us in the top lectures, tutorials and practical sessions in specialised 250 universities worldwide, and we continue to invest in computer and science laboratories. Our teachers are areas of national and international priority. committed and dedicated to student learning. UOW graduates are well respected, and consistently UOW College Australia students benefit from a combination ranked among the top one per cent in the world by of quality academic courses, small class sizes and our caring employers. We pride ourselves on preparing people for culture. UOW College Australia provides the vital support emerging industries and future jobs, people who are ready students need to succeed at university. Our class sizes to succeed in their careers and make a positive contribution

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL facilitate an interactive approach, ensuring an exceptional to their communities. learning experience from our highly qualified teaching staff. With connections to more than 400 overseas institutions, You can be confident that UOW College Australia is the best UOW is truly an international university. We have students possible pathway for your journey to higher education and a from more than 160 countries, and have nurtured a university degree. welcoming multi-ethnic community that helps students from all backgrounds settle into the Australian lifestyle and We look forward to welcoming you to UOW College strengthen their university experience. Australia. This same high quality student experiences and student outcomes also extend to UOW College Australia. FELIX LANCELEY UOW College Australia offers some of the best university General Manager pathway programs available in Australia. This experience UOW College Australia is why students from UOW College Australia have been achieving great success at the University of Wollongong for over 30 years.

I wish you every success in your chosen study at UOW College Australia and look forward to welcoming you to the University of Wollongong.

PROFESSOR PAUL WELLINGS, CBE Vice-Chancellor University of Wollongong

2 ABOUT UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA —

UOW College Australia has been helping students to achieve their personal, educational and career UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA goals for over 30 years.

UOW College Australia provides pathway programs for students to gain entry to the University of Wollongong, while also offering a range of career ready qualifications to prepare students for entry to the workforce. Our expertise lies in the delivery of English language programs, academic pathway programs, Higher Education Diploma qualifications and Vocational education and training.

UOW College Australia is an integral component of the University of Wollongong and our students thrive from studying on the University’s world-class campuses, with access to the same academic support, accommodation, sports, culture and entertainment facilities.

Over 95% Over 96% Over 97% — — — student satisfaction with learning student satisfaction with campus student satisfaction with facilities and friendly staff environment technology and library facilities

iGraduate English Barometer (ELB) 2017/2018

3 WOLLONGONG IS A STUDENT CITY

Located on the east coast of Australia, Wollongong is home to thousands of students making it the ideal place for you to study.

It’s a diverse, safe and friendly city, filled with many languages, cuisines, religions and customs. A busy cultural calendar attracts people from all over Australia and the world who enjoy a healthy, active lifestyle. With big green mountains to the west and the ocean to the east, here you can breathe in the fresh air, live stress-free and focus on your studies. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL

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p p UOW A WOLLONGONG 306,591 people 0 30km Call the Wollongong region home

4 Transport is Compare the cheap and easy cost of living Wollongong is close to Sydney – just 90 Wollongong enjoys a very reasonable cost minutes by road or train. Once you arrive here, of living which means you can focus your your transport options around the city are safe, efforts on your study, not your finances. easy and cheap. Being a student city, the cost of living in Wollongong is lower than many other cities in Australia, including Sydney and Melbourne. CAR UOW runs a carpooling parking program, so if you have two or AVERAGE COSTS IN WOLLONGONG* more friends in your car, you get free parking on campus. EGGS FREE BUSES $4.56 – 12 REGULAR Wollongong is well-connected with buses going to all of the BREAD surrounding suburbs. $2.65 LOAF Free ‘city loop’ buses run all day and into the night, making it easy for you to travel from campus and COLA UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA student accommodation to the $3.00 BOTTLE city centre, train station, beaches and shopping district. COFFEE TRAIN $3.50 AT RUSH WITH North Wollongong Station is a UNILIFE MEMBERSHIP 15-minute walk or a short free shuttle bus ride from our main campus. MILK $1.50 - 1L BICYCLE UOW has more than 900 bike racks for secure and convenient NOODLES bike parking, and also offers a bike $0.80 INSTANT share program. RICE WALK $2.69 – 1KG Most destinations in Wollongong are an easy walk away.

COST AUSTRALIAN CITY RENT You can buy an Opal Card to pay COMPARISONS PER MONTH for trains, ferries, buses and light FOR 3 BEDROOM APARTMENT: rail in the Wollongong region and the greater Sydney area of NSW. ˆ By using the system, the price for WOLLONGONG – $2,080 public transport is capped, LIVERPOOL – $2,037ˆ meaning you can travel as much SYDNEY CBD – $4,106ˆ as you like and never pay more MELBOURNE CBD – $2,882◊ than $15.40 a day or $63.20 a week.˚

* Numbeo.com, 7/3/19 ˆ NSW Department of Family and Community Services Housing Rent and Sales September ˚Prices above were correct as of January 2019 and are subject 2018 ◊ Victorian Department of Health & Human Services to change. Some exceptions apply, see opal.com.au Rental Report September 2018 5 A PLACE TO...

From a hike in the mountains, to a swim in the ocean and everything in between, there’s always something happening in Wollongong.

So, grab your mates, jump on the free shuttle bus and see where it takes you.

SEEK ADVENTURES BE ENTERTAINED Go hang-gliding at Bald Hill, See a show at the Illawarra experience skydiving over the Performing Arts Centre or listen beach or ziplining through the to a talk or take a workshop at forest at a nearby treetop tour. the Wollongong Art Gallery.

RELAX INDULGE Experience what’s on in Enjoy food and drinks with a Wollongong throughout the view at one of many cafes and year, including the sunset restaurants overlooking the cinema, eat street markets, Pacific Ocean in North festivals, pop-up events, live Wollongong music and so much more. MEET UP

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL ENJOY NATURE There are over 3,000 businesses Interact with the native in Wollongong CBD with new Australian animals at Symbio cafes and shops opening up all Wildlife Park or enjoy one of the time. You can also join one many great hikes in the of many special interest Meet Illawarra, including Sublime Up groups going on around the Point and Mt Keira, and see the region. coastline stretch for miles. Or experience the Royal HAVE FUN National Park, which is nature’s playground of walks, beaches Wollongong is home to 20+ live and waterfalls. music venues, including UOW’s UniBar. You can see more than 100 live acts each year on SEE SOME SPORTS campus alone. Watch the St George Illawarra Dragons compete in the NRL, Wollongong Wolves in the Football or see some slam dunks at an Illawarra Hawks basketball game at WIN Stadium.

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7 HOMESTAY AND UOW ACCOMMODATION — More than 6,000 international students from all around the world call Wollongong home.

UOW offers a range of accommodation options conveniently located both on-campus and in the Wollongong CBD, or you can choose to stay in Homestay or private rental options.

UOW ACCOMMODATION

You’ll make lifelong friends with other students studying everything from politics to polymers when you live in a UOW residence.

It’s a welcoming, ready-made community, with a calendar full of social, sporting and cultural events, while 24/7 academic and wellbeing support is right outside your door.

It’s not surprising that students who live in our residences achieve higher academic outcomes than students choosing private accommodation.

HOMESTAY For those who prefer a family-oriented lifestyle, Homestays (living with a local family in a private home) are available.

For more information see uow.college/homestay UOW College Australia received 100% student satisfaction for Homestay Welcome and are ranked INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL #1 globally and in Australia.*

PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION UOW provides you with all the information you need about private and shared accommodation. Our accommodation site also contains information on temporary accommodation you can use while you’re looking for a place to live.

Learn more at uow.edu.au/accommodation/liveoffcampusplace

* iGraduate English Barometer (ELB) 2017/2018. 8 APPLYING FOR UOW ACCOMMODATION Applications for university residences are made online at apply-accom.uow.edu.au A free airport pick-up service from Sydney International Airport (60 minutes away) is provided for all newly enrolled UOW international students and UOW College students attending Wollongong campus and who are arriving in Australia for the first time. For a full schedule of fees see uow.edu.au/accommodation UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA THE BEST PLACE TO LIVE. GUARANTEED.

UOW Living can guarantee eligible first-year students a place in a UOW residence. Knowing you’re going to have a roof over your head is one less thing to worry about, leaving you free to concentrate on your studies. With a new 800-bed residence on campus, you’re sure to find a place that suits you. To apply and see conditions and closing dates, visit uow.edu.au/accommodation

9 WEERONA 204 residents

INTERNATIONAL Choose CITY HOUSE 222 residents WE your COOK CAMPUS EAST 527 residents residence BEACH KOOLOOBONG VILLAGE 1,258 residents Get your university experience off to a smooth start in a UOW residence. BANGALAY After an easy online application, YOU COOK CAMPUS 254 residents your weekly rent includes free wifi, electricity, water, furniture, security and support – no surprise bills or MARKETVIEW unexpected costs. 144 residents Plus all residences are connected CITY to the campus by a free shuttle bus. For more residence info, see uow.edu.au/accommodation

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WEERONA COLLEGE Fully 204 a a S From 100m 1.4km catered $231 Weerona College is located next door to (19 meals Beaton Park, a large sporting complex a week) with an indoor pool, gymnasium, tennis courts and running track.

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE Fully 222 a a S From 200m 200m catered $231 International House is an affiliate of (19 meals the 16 International Houses worldwide. a week) It proudly boasts a community representing many nations, living and learning peacefully under the one roof. SYDNEY

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We want all of our students to achieve their best, which is

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL UOW’s Wollongong campus is like a why our campus provides a friendly university community, leafy-green suburb where you can get where you can always find help when it’s needed and a place to belong. You’ll find facilities dedicated to academic and everything you need. wellbeing support, as well as health services, student accommodation, a sports precinct and events embracing culture and entertainment.

ACHIEVE REFUEL Get the most out of your study with 24/7 library access during You won’t go hungry with 9 coffee shops, 20+ food outlets, a session and a range of academic support programs. bar and a supermarket all on campus, or the free bus is a short ride into the Wollongong CBD. 12 JOIN A CLUB HEAR SOME LIVE MUSIC With more than 130 student-run clubs and societies covering More than 180 live music acts play on campus every year, everything from religion and culture, to study groups and including UOW student musicians on the Duck Pond Lawn camping, it’s easy to meet like-minded friends and have fun. and a busy schedule of Australian and international acts at the Can’t find one you like? You can start your own. UOW UniBar. There’s even the Garden Party music festival held on campus every year. Find your tribe at clubs.uow.edu.au Check out the upcoming gigs at unibar.uow.edu.au UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA

GET FIT ACTIVITIES With your student discount, UniActive, is the place to keep fit Enjoy a full calendar of events, including outdoor cinemas, with a 50 metre swimming pool, various courts and ovals and free food, maker’s-market and so much more right here on 80+ group exercise classes each week. You can also join one campus. of 60 sporting teams on campus from football to underwater hockey.

Team up at uniactive.uow.edu.au/sports

STAY HEALTHY FEEL SAFE Take care of yourself with a health clinic, dentist and physio Our free SafeZone App and UOW Security team are here to all on campus. A hairdresser, travel agent and post office are help ensure we have a safe and secure campus environment. also available. 13 CAMPUS LIFE AT WOLLONGONG Tennis Courts 9 Hockey Sports Hub — Field to P6 P6 Northern Pool Our Wollongong campus MC P5 Car Park combines modern teaching Oval No. 2 Wollongong and study spaces on 83 R I N G R O A D Innovation Campus hectares of landscaped Oval No. 1 Fairy Meadow 31 13 (2km)

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The UOW South Western Sydney campus experience is unique and specially designed for the needs of our students.

As a UOW College Australia student at the UOW South Western Sydney campus in Liverpool, you ultimately become part of a community of learning with a university that offers a five-star educational experience.

UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA COURSES AVAILABLE AT UOW SOUTH WESTERN SYDNEY • Diploma of Business • Diploma of Information Technology • English Language Courses INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL STUDY IN SYDNEY UOW’s metropolitan campus in South Western Sydney (Liverpool) provides world-class education to one of Australia’s fastest growing urban areas. Our courses are tailored to the region’s growing and changing workforce.

PERSONALISED STUDY As a student at UOW, you’ll benefit from smaller class sizes and individual attention from your teachers – who are leaders in their respective fields of study. This is a great opportunity to meet industry leaders and learn from the best.

FACILITIES South Western Sydney is a vibrant and growing UOW campus providing everything you need to make the most of your degree, including group study rooms, computer labs, student kitchens, an outdoor rooftop terrace and a prayer room. All of this is located within walking distance to public transport and Liverpool’s shopping district.

16 With people from more than 150 countries calling Liverpool home, our campus is a culturally vibrant and welcoming place to study. UOW’s central location means you can step out of the classroom and find yourself among a city filled with food, shopping and entertainment.

FOOD AND COFFEE SHOPPING For a quick coffee and something to A Westfield Shopping Centre and the eat, you’ll find various cafes right at the Macquarie Mall shopping strip are entrance to UOW. Alternatively, a short within a few blocks of your classroom, walk will lead you to restaurants and making it easy to find specialty stores, eateries offering a range of cuisines, last-minute study supplies or fit in from a takeaway meal to international some shopping after class. foods. SPORT AND RECREATION ARTS AND Take a break and visit the Georges ENTERTAINMENT River or Lake Moore, nestled beside A short train ride will lead you to the Liverpool city. As home to two leisure Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre where centres, two aquatic centres, you can see and learn about art, music numerous parks, riverside walkways, and performing. If that’s not your style, picnic areas and sporting facilities, visit the comic shop, karaoke bar or the Liverpool caters for the everyday Liverpool City Library. walker to the focused athlete.

Car – Liverpool has almost 5,000 car Train – Campus is only a four-minute

TRANSPORT UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA Bus – Liverpool boasts one of Sydney’s parking spaces available in or near the walk from Liverpool railway station. first rapid bus transit-way systems, city centre, including free and low-cost With six train lines passing through, it’s connecting you to other major areas options. easy to get in and out of the city. around Sydney. The free community Cycling – If you choose to cycle to class, shuttle also stops just outside campus Liverpool City Council offers a number and is a great way to move around of bike racks in its Dewsbury Lane Liverpool. carpark.

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As a UOW College Australia student you’ll have the academic and personal support you need to succeed. Our size means that we are a truly student-centred campus with individual attention, available staff and a personal approach. From the day you become a UOW College Australia student, you can expect guidance and support.

18 Work-Integrated Employment Skills Jobseeker Learning Training Resources

You can graduate with real Through careers counselling, UOW CareerHub is an online workplace experience and workshops and practical tool to help you find jobs, the skills employers want by subjects, UOW Careers while UOW and UOW College taking part in opportunities Central will show you how to Australia also has a number of for work placement, apply for work, and help jobs available on campus. You volunteering and our prepare you for the Australian can also attend career expos, UniVative program. workplace. employer presentations and access a range of online resources. UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA

Peer Learning Have fun Studiosity

The UOW College Peer Enjoy UOW College Australia Free, online after-hours Learning Program is free and BBQs, sports competitions academic support available led by current students who and other social activities to you 7 days a week. have already completed and held most days. excelled in the subject.

Services & Support Wellbeing Here to help Free and confidential You can find religious services counselling and Student The administrative staff at and groups, a health clinic, Advisor support is available Building 30 reception area dentist and free confidential to assist with personal, study can help with enrolment counselling services on the and work related difficulties. matters, official Wollongong campus. You can also access the documentation, student fees, libraries with flexible study accommodation enquiries, spaces and welcoming, scholarships and much more. knowledgeable staff.

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21 COURSES AND PATHWAYS —

Diploma Programs: - Business NATIONALLY ENTRY TO RELEVANT - Engineering RECOGNISED SECOND YEAR UOW - Information Technology QUALIFICATION BACHELOR DEGREE* - Nursing^ INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL

ENTRY TO DIPLOMA : University Preparation Programs PROGRAM OR - Foundation Studies FIRST YEAR UOW BACHELOR DEGREE*

English Language Programs: ENTRY TO UOW - English for Academic Purposes (EAP) UNDERGRADUATE - English for Tertiary Studies (ETS) OR POSTGRADUATE - Introduction to Academic Studies (IAS) PROGRAMS*

^Subject to meeting UOW entry requirements and Faculty assessment. *Subject to meeting UOW entry requirements. 22 UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMS GUARANTEED* ENTRY TO FIRST-YEAR UOW BACHELOR DEGREE

Foundation Studies# CRICOS (2 SESSION): 007732G CRICOS (EXTENDED): 023266F For more information visit: uow.college/foundationstudies

COURSE DESCRIPTION: PROGRESSION TO UOW: Foundation Studies is a preparation course for students who Successful completion of Foundation Studies provides have not met the direct entry requirements for a UOW bachelor guaranteed* entry to most UOW undergraduate Bachelor degree. Students study a stream of subjects that are relevant to degrees. There are no pathways from this course into double the degree they want to move into at UOW. degrees, four-year professional degrees, Law, Bachelor of Stream 1 - Arts, Business, Commerce, Humanities, Social Science, Nursing, Bachelor of Social Work, or the Bachelor of Economics or and Finance. Stream 2 - Business Information systems, Information Technology, or Steam 3 - Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Nuclear Science, Physics, or Stream 4 - Health Science, Nutrition Science, Science. In the three-session Foundation Studies Extended program, students will complete a common first semester which comprises Academic Skills English, Academic Skills Mathematics, People and Society, and Environmental Science. The first session enables students to develop the skills required UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA to succeed in the second and third sessions of the Foundation Studies program. INTAKES: Autumn Session (February) Spring session (June) Summer Session (October) CAMPUS: UOW Wollongong DURATION: Two sessions over 8 months or three sessions over 12 months ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Foundation Studies (2 sessions): • Stream 1 - Minimum ATAR 40 (or equivalent). • Stream 2 and Stream 4 - Minimum ATAR 40 (or equivalent), plus minimum 60% for Year 12 HSC Mathematics Standard 2. • Stream 3 - Minimum ATAR 40 (or equivalent), plus minimum 80% for Year 12 Mathematics Standard 2, PLUS • Overall IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with 5.0 in Reading and Writing ( or equivalent). Foundation Studies Extended (3 sessions): • Completion of Australian Year 11 or equivalent, PLUS • Overall IELTS Academic score of 5.0 with 5.0 in Reading and Writing, or equivalent. Students may be considered as meeting the English language requirements if successfully completing two years of secondary or tertiary study at an approved institution where the language of instruction was English; and was located in a country where the official language is English. For further information, please visit UOW Course Finder.

* Guarantee is subject to meeting UOW entry requirements. # This course is accredited by the University of Wollongong (CRICOS: 00102E) and is delivered by UOW College Australia (CRICOS: 02723D). This course is not available to students from South Asia (India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh). 23 DIPLOMA PROGRAMS GUARANTEED* ENTRY TO SECOND-YEAR UOW BACHELOR DEGREE NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATION

Diploma of Business Diploma of Engineering# CRICOS (2 SESSION): 057231C CRICOS (2 SESSION): 083351A For more information visit: uow.college/dipbus2 For more information visit: uow.college/dipeng2 CRICOS (3 SESSION): 057232B CRICOS (3 SESSION): 091524G For more information visit: uow.college/dipbus3 For more information visit: uow.college/dipeng3

COURSE DESCRIPTION: COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Diploma of Business is an in-depth preparation program The Diploma of Engineering is designed to provide a guaranteed* which provides guaranteed* entry into the second year of a pathway into the second year of the Bachelor of Engineering Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Commerce at UOW. (Honours) at UOW. The program will support you in developing tertiary learning skills to help you to achieve your goals for Tertiary skills development are embedded in all subjects in university studies. The three session Diploma provides tertiary the Diploma of Business which prepares you for successful academic skills, training in English language proficiency, and participation in the second year of the degree. Emphasis is on introductory mathematics and physics subjects, and one elective a range of oral, written and presentation skills, including group business subject. work. Assessment is by practical tasks, essays, mid-session tests and final examinations. Subjects have a lecture and tutorial Students will study the core first year subjects of the Faculty format, or lecture and laboratory format, timetabled over of Engineering and Information Sciences at UOW. This course five days. offers you the opportunity to focus on an area of speciality by undertaking elective subjects aligned with the disciplines INTAKES: of engineering that you would like to pursue. The Faculty of Autumn Session (February) Engineering and Information Sciences at UOW is an Associate Spring session (June) Member of the Group of Eight Australian Engineers and Associates. Summer Session (October) INTAKES: CAMPUS: Autumn Session (February) – 2 Session program only UOW Wollongong Summer Session (October) – 3 Session program only UOW South Western Sydney: Autumn (2 Session program only) and Summer (3 Session program only) CAMPUS: UOW Wollongong DURATION: DURATION: Two sessions over 8 months or three sessions over 12 months Two sessions over 8 months or three sessions over 12 months ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Diploma of Business (2 Session): Diploma of Engineering (2 Session): • Minimum ATAR 45, PLUS • Minimum ATAR 60 (or equivalent), PLUS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL • Overall IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with 5.5 in Reading and • Minimum 50% in Year 12 HSC Mathematics 2 Unit and Physics, Writing or equivalent. PLUS Diploma of Business (3 Session): • Overall IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with 5.5 in Reading and • Minimum ATAR 40, PLUS Writing or equivalent. • Overall IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with 5.0 in Reading and Diploma of Engineering (3 Session): Writing, or equivalent. • Minimum ATAR 55 (or equivalent), PLUS If any of the above entry requirements are not met, applications • Minimum Year 12 HSC Mathematics 2 Unit (any result) or will be assessed on a case-by-case basis taking into account the minimum 80% in Year 12 HSC Mathematics Standard 2, PLUS applicant’s work and life experience. If a student has completed high school in Australia, a HSC result assessment may also be • Overall IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with 5.0 in Reading and considered to determine entry. Students may be considered Writing. as meeting the English language requirements if successfully If any of the above entry requirements are not met, applications completing two years of secondary or tertiary study at an will be assessed on a case-by-case basis taking into account the approved institution where the language of instruction was applicant’s work and life experience. If a student has completed English; and was located in a country where the official language high school in Australia, a HSC result assessment may also be is English. For further information, please visit UOW Course Finder. considered to determine entry. Students may be considered as meeting the English language requirements if successfully PROGRESSION TO UOW: completing two years of secondary or tertiary study at an If you achieve a final mark of at least 50 per cent in all subjects approved institution where the language of instruction was of the Diploma of Business you will receive 48 credit points (entry English; and was located in a country where the official language to second year) towards a Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of is English. For further information, please visit UOW Course Finder. Commerce offered at all UOW campuses. PROGRESSION TO UOW: If you achieve a final mark of at least 50 per cent in all subjects of the Diploma of Engineering, you will receive 48 credit points (entry to second year) towards a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at UOW.

*Guarantee is subject to meeting UOW entry requirements. # This course is accredited by the University of Wollongong 24 (CRICOS: 00102E) and is delivered by UOW College Australia. Diploma of Information Technology CRICOS (2 SESSION): 057233A For more information visit: uow.college/dipit2 CRICOS (3 SESSION): 057234M For more information visit: uow.college/dipit3

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Diploma of Information Technology (IT) provides a guaranteed* pathway into the second year of a Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Business Information Systems, or Bachelor of Computer Science at UOW. The Diploma of IT covers a range of information systems, information technology and business topics, including structured programming, and techniques and technologies of systems analysis, and will help you build you skills for a future in IT. INTAKES: Autumn Session (February) Spring session (July) Summer Session (October) CAMPUS:

UOW Wollongong UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA UOW South Western Sydney: Autumn (2 Session program only), Spring (2 Session program only) and Summer (3 Session program only) DURATION: Two sessions over 8 months or three sessions over 12 months ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Diploma of Information Technology (2 Session): • Minimum ATAR 55 (or equivalent), PLUS • Minimum 60% in Year 12 HSC Mathematics Standard 2, PLUS • Overall IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with 5.5 in Reading and Writing or equivalent. Diploma of Information Technology (3 Session): • Minimum ATAR 50 (or equivalent), PLUS • Minimum 60% in Year 12 HSC Mathematics Standard 2, PLUS • Overall IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with 5.0 in Reading and Writing, or equivalent. If any of the above entry requirements are not met, applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis taking into account the applicant’s work and life experience. If a student has completed high school in Australia, a HSC result assessment may also be considered to determine entry. Students may be considered as meeting the English language requirements if successfully completing two years of secondary or tertiary study at an approved institution where the language of instruction was English; and was located in a country where the official language is English. For further information, please visit UOW Course Finder PROGRESSION TO UOW: If you achieve a final mark of at least 50 per cent in all subjects of the Diploma of Information Technology you will receive 48 credit points (entry to second year) towards a Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Business Information Systems, or Bachelor of Computer Science at UOW.

25 DIPLOMA PROGRAMS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY TO SECOND-YEAR UOW BACHELOR DEGREE NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATION

HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing CRICOS: 094531F For more information visit: uow.college/dipnursing

COURSE DESCRIPTION: DELIVERY: The Diploma of Nursing is designed to assist you to develop You will learn through face-to-face delivery, including your knowledge, skills, and attributes for practice as an Enrolled tutorials and lectures on campus, clinical and laboratory Nurse. You will learn how to communicate effectively with simulations undertaken at the world-class UOW School of patients and other staff, administer and monitor medications, Nursing’s Simulation Centre and clinical placement (successful manage the care of wounds and prepare health assessments completion of 400 hours over 10 weeks). and care plans. You will also benefit from clinical placements in which you will work as part of a team and under the supervision PROGRESSION TO UOW: of Registered Nurses. This is a nationally recognised qualification Students who successfully complete the Diploma of Nursing that is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery are eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Nursing at UOW and if Accreditation Council (ANMAC). admission is approved, will be awarded 48 credit points (entry Students who successfully complete the Diploma of Nursing are into the second year). Following successful completion of the eligible to apply for registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Diploma of Nursing, students are required to apply to UOW and Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). The Diploma will be subject to UOW entry requirements including faculty of Nursing can be used to apply for entry into the second year assessment. Students must also achieve NMBA registration as of the Bachelor of Nursing at UOW or as direct entry into the an Enrolled Nurse and successfully complete the UOW Bachelor workforce following NMBA registration as an Enrolled Nurse. of Nursing Orientation Program via distance learning prior to course commencement. Students who successfully complete INTAKES: the Diploma of Nursing may also use this qualification to apply Autumn Session (February) for a range of bachelor degrees at UOW. Spring Session (July) CAMPUS: UOW Wollongong DURATION: Three sessions over 18 months. You will have a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: • Completed Australian HSC (or equivalent Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education) or international equivalent, OR

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL • A Certificate IV or international equivalent (deemed as equivalent to completion of HSC), PLUS • Complete a UOW College Australia basic numeracy online assessment with results of exit level three or higher, PLUS • Overall IELTS score of 7.0 Academic (minimum 7.0 in all bands) or equivalent, in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) English Language Skills Registration Standard.

*Guarantee is subject to meeting UOW entry requirements. 26 UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA

27 ENGLISH COURSES Want to improve your English but not necessarily progress to a university degree? Then these courses are for you.

General English English Plus Uni CRICOS: 057140F* CRICOS: 057138M

CAMPUS: CAMPUS: UOW Wollongong UOW Wollongong WHO IS IT FOR? WHO IS IT FOR? General English courses are for students who want to improve For higher level General English students who also want to their all-round English language skills for everyday use, work or experience university study. leisure at a pace that suits them. The course is designed over five levels. Each level has a strong focus on core skills such as WHAT DOES IT OFFER? listening, reading, writing and speaking. English Plus Uni provides an opportunity to study English and also participate in an academic course to fully experience WHAT DOES IT OFFER? university life. You will attend English classes designed to The courses provide students with the opportunity to learn develop a broad range of language skills for 14 hours per week English within the context of both Australian and international while studying one or two first-year undergraduate (bachelor) culture and prepare interested students for more formal subjects at UOW for the remaining six hours per week of your academic study. Students are provided with opportunities study program. You will have the opportunity to develop skills to acquire and practise their language skills in an interactive that are needed for university study. The number of subjects you language environment including excursion activities. study depends on the university session. WHAT DO I STUDY? WHAT DO I STUDY? There are five levels of study in the General English program There are a range of subjects available to study from all five and you will enter at the level that best suits your English ability. faculties at UOW. There are 20 hours of formal lessons per week. This course is designed to improve your skills in all areas of 6 hours per week are dedicated to UOW subjects and 14 hours language. English Studies 1, 2, and 3 provide students with the per week for English classes. language they need in the real world including language for It is not compulsory for English Plus Uni students to submit work, study, travel and international communication. Grammar assignments for subjects audited; however they are encouraged and vocabulary are set within real-life situations and reading and to participate in all aspects of the course. writing tasks are designed to practise a new language. In English Studies 4 and 5 the course focuses on speaking HOW LONG IS THE COURSE AND WHAT ARE THE ENTRY fluency and improving listening and comprehension skills in a REQUIREMENTS? wide range of social, professional and academic situations. The course length is approximately 15-18 weeks. The course is Language skills are developed within a wide range of high designed to coincide with UOW session dates and can vary in interest topics with an international and business perspective. length according to the time of year and session. Students need There are 20 hours of formal lessons per week. to have completed high school and have an English level of IELTS INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL 5.5 Reading and Writing 5.0 or equivalent to begin university HOW LONG IS THE COURSE AND WHAT ARE THE ENTRY subjects. REQUIREMENTS? WHERE DOES IT LEAD? Courses run from 2-48 weeks (depending on your entry level). Students may enrol in English Studies 4 and 5 for a minimum of English Plus Uni is designed as a standalone course. You have two weeks. the opportunity to meet and interact with Australian university students and experience a Western tertiary education system. Course Entry Requirement: Students from offshore institutions may choose to undertake this as part of a Study Abroad experience. English Studies 1 (Elementary) Overall IELTS of 3.0 or lower

English Studies 2 (Pre-intermediate) Overall IELTS of 3.5

English Studies 3 (Intermediate) Overall IELTS of 4.0

English Studies 4 (Intermediate/Upper Overall IELTS of 4.5 Intermediate)

English Studies 5 (Upper Intermediate) Overall IELTS of 5.0 or higher

WHERE DOES IT LEAD? General English is normally a standalone course. However, you can progress to the English for Academic Purposes course, or a specialised course such as IELTS Preparation or English Plus Uni.

* While this course is registered independently on CRICOS, letters of offer and enrolments will be made under CRICOS code 069912A English Language Programs (Beginner to Advanced). 28 Preparation for IELTS Introduction to Academic Studies (IAS) CRICOS: 057142D* CRICOS: 057141E*

CAMPUS: CAMPUS: UOW Wollongong UOW Wollongong WHO IS IT FOR? WHO IS IT FOR? For students who want to improve their English and for students For students who have already met university entry who need to prepare for an IELTS test. requirements in their chosen undergraduate or postgraduate degree course and want to improve their academic skills before WHAT DOES IT OFFER? commencing undergraduate or postgraduate study. You will be introduced to the IELTS test format and develop the skills you will need for the test. WHAT DOES IT OFFER? This is a ‘top-up’ course that builds additional support, WHAT DO I STUDY? confidence and academic skills to maximise performance in You will focus on reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. university study. The course covers critical thinking and analysis, There are 20 hours of formal lessons per week. university level essay writing, library and research skills, academic study skills, seminar presentation and tutorial participation skills. HOW LONG IS THE COURSE AND WHAT ARE THE ENTRY There are 20 hours of formal lessons per week. REQUIREMENTS? WHAT DO I STUDY? The course runs for six weeks and intakes are every six weeks. The IAS course emphasises academic writing and presentation Overall IELTS Academic score of 5.0 with 5.0 in Reading and UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA Writing is required, or the equivalent in another recognised test skills. of English. HOW LONG IS THE COURSE AND WHAT ARE THE ENTRY WHERE DOES IT LEAD? REQUIREMENTS? Upon completion you will be ready to sit an IELTS test at UOW The course runs for six weeks. Intakes are twice per year, prior College Australia or at another registered IELTS testing centre. to UOW Autumn and Spring session start dates. The entry requirement is an unconditional offer for a UOW degree course. WHERE DOES IT LEAD? On completion of IAS, students will proceed to a UOW degree course as per their unconditional offer.

UOW College Australia Study Tours are a great way STUDY TOURS to improve your English through cultural exchange and to experience the Australian culture firsthand. Our tailored itineraries allow students to: • Practice English language skills through lively and interactive lessons • Enjoy the Australian way of life • Visit local schools and make new friends • Learn outside the classroom through cultural activities, industry visits and volunteer opportunities • Experience nature and meet our local wildlife • Stay with local families If you are interested in finding out more about Study Tours at UOW College Australia, visit uow.college/study-tours

For those with intermediate to advanced English skills, these courses provide a direct entry pathway to both undergraduate and postgraduate study at UOW. Successful completion allows admission to UOW without having to sit an IELTS test when minimum UOW English language requirements are met.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND INTAKES English for Tertiary Studies (ETS) For entry to UOWCA Diploma courses and UOW undergraduate CRICOS: 059174B* and postgraduate courses with a minimum entry requirement of IELTS 6.0 Academic (Reading and Writing 6.0), the following ETS entry requirements apply: CAMPUS: UOW Wollongong Course Duration Intakes Entry Requirements UOW South Western Sydney (limited intakes available) ETS 6 6 weeks Six times per year IELTS 6.0 (Academic) with UOW Sydney Business School (limited intakes available) 5.5 in Reading or Writing bands WHO IS IT FOR? English for Tertiary Studies is for students who need to improve ETS 12 12 weeks Six times per year IELTS 5.5 (Academic) their English in order to gain admission to undergraduate or with 5.0 in Reading and postgraduate university study. Writing bands WHAT DOES IT OFFER? ETS 18 18 weeks Five times IELTS 5.0 (Academic) per year with 5.0 in Reading and ETS prepares students who have intermediate or above English Writing bands skills for successful participation in all aspects of academic life, and improves their English ability to levels required for successful university study. For entry to UOWCA Diploma courses and UOW undergraduate WHAT DO I STUDY? and postgraduate courses with a minimum entry requirement You will focus on study skills, language development, university of IELTS 6.5 Academic (Reading and Writing 6.0), the following level research and essay writing seminar presentation and ETS entry requirements apply: lecture note-taking skills, as well as critical thinking and analysis. Course Duration Intakes Entry Requirements There are 22 hours of formal lessons per week. ETS 6 6 weeks Six times per year IELTS 6.5 (Academic) with HOW LONG IS THE COURSE? 6.0 in Reading or Writing There are three study options – 6, 12 or 18 weeks (based on your bands, no bands less entry level). than 5.5 WHERE DOES IT LEAD? ETS 12 12 weeks Six times per year IELTS 6.0 (Academic) with 5.5 in Reading and Successful completion leads to guaranteed entry into UOW Writing bands programs when minimum entry requirements for UOW are satisfied**. ETS 18 18 weeks Five times IELTS 5.5 (Academic) per year with 5.0 in Reading and

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL Writing bands

* While this course is registered independently on CRICOS, letters of offer and enrolments will be made under CRICOS code 069912A English Language Programs (Beginner to Advanced). ** Academic and English language entry requirements to UOW courses apply. Please refer to Course Finder for details. 30 ACADEMIC ENGLISH COURSES

English preparation courses are for students who wish to improve their academic English skills before starting university study.

WHEN ARE THE INTAKES? English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Every six weeks CRICOS: 057131G* HOW LONG IS THE COURSE AND WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS? CAMPUS: From 6-48 weeks (dependent on your entry level). UOW Wollongong UOW South Western Sydney (limited intakes available) Course Entry Requirement: WHO IS IT FOR? Academic Skills 1 Overall IELTS 4.5 (4.0 in Reading and Writing) Students who have an intermediate to advanced understanding Academic Skills 2 Overall IELTS of 4.5 (Reading and Writing – of English. one must be at least 4.5 and the other at least 4.0) WHAT DOES IT OFFER? EAP offers a varied length of English study to assist in the Academic Skills 3 Overall IELTS of 5.0 (4.5 in Reading and development of core and academic English skills in preparation Writing) for UOW College Foundation Studies and Diploma courses. WHAT DO I STUDY? WHERE DOES IT LEAD? You will study three Academic Skills Modules. These will Successful completion of this course leads to either a Direct develop your core English skills as well as provide you with more Entry English Course, Foundation Studies or Diploma program. academic English language. There are 20 hours of formal lessons per week. UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA

WHICH ENGLISH COURSE?

English Course Who For Entry Level Purpose Progression

English for Academic Intermediate to Advanced IELTS 4.5-5 Improve basic English Standalone course OR Purposes (EAP) English students skills in preparation for can lead to Direct Entry higher level academic English courses OR English study Foundation/Diploma courses

English for Tertiary Intermediate English IELTS 5.0-6.0 (Writing 5.0 Improve English skills to Direct entry to Studies (ETS) students or 5.5) gain entry to university postgraduate / courses undergraduate

Introduction to High level English Met direct entry English Additional English Direct entry to Academic Studies (IAS) students requirements for UOW and academic study postgraduate/ degree preparation before undergraduate commencing degree

General English Students who want No required level of Improve English skills Standalone course OR to improve English for English. Applicants are for everyday usage, not can lead to EAP or other everyday use/work placed on arrival. necessarily for progression specialised English to university courses

English plus Uni Students who want IELTS 5.5 (Reading and To improve English Standalone course OR to improve English Writing 5.0) skills and gain exposure can lead to EAP or other and sample study in a to university study by specialised English university course auditing one or two courses subjects

IELTS Test Preparation Students who need to sit IELTS 5.0 (Reading and Develop reading, writing, To sit for the IELTS test an IELTS test Writing 5.0) listening and speaking English skills to the required level

* While this course is registered independently on CRICOS, letters of offer and enrolments will be made under CRICOS code 069912A English Language Programs (Beginner to Advanced).

31 SCHOLARSHIPS —

At UOW College Australia we strive to help students achieve their educational goals. We offer a number of scholarships that cover partial costs of a range of courses. These scholarships are for particular international student cohorts that have been identified by UOW College Australia to encourage their participation in higher education.

UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA SCHOLARSHIPS UOW College Australia offers a range of tuition scholarships of up to 50% for students from selected countries for English Language, Vocational and Academic pathway courses.

uow.college/intscholar

UOW SCHOLARSHIPS

UNIVERSITY EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS (UES) The UES offers a 30 per cent reduction off the normal annual course tuition fee for the duration of the course, up to a maximum of four years.

There is no limit to the number of UES available, however to be considered, you must meet the academic criteria. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL For dates and criteria see uow.edu.au/future/international

You may be eligible if you have excellent results in one of the following categories: HOW DO I APPLY? • Australian Year 12 or equivalent international secondary school qualification No need to apply for these scholarships, you can • Foundation Studies programs approved for direct simply complete the Application Form for your course admission to Bachelor degrees and offered at an and the scholarship will be assessed and awarded as institution recognised by UOW appropriate. To be eligible to receive a scholarship, • Diploma or other academic pathway programs approved an applicant must be a citizen of an eligible country for admission with credit exemption from an institution and must be residing in that country at the time of with which UOW has a formal agreement • Up to one year of study in a Bachelor degree at a application. recognised university, where there is no credit exemption awarded to study at UOW

The UES is available to students enrolling in Bachelor degrees at UOW (Australian campuses only) except for the following: Doctor of Medicine; Nursing; 4 year Nutrition & Dietetics; 4 year Exercise Science & Rehabilitation; and Education, Social Work; and Psychology (all degrees).

32 UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA

The teachers are very helpful and friendly which makes me happy and the study easier. The students in my classes are from many different countries and I believe making friends and contacts throughout the world will help me a lot in my future career. Wollongong is a great place to live and has Indian restaurants and all the facilities I need, including a free bus service. After graduating from my Diploma, I look forward to starting in the second year of the Bachelor of Information Technology at UOW. I am really grateful that UOW College Australia has helped me to prepare for Bachelor study and recommend studying at UOW College Australia to others.

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ARNAV INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FROM INDIA DIPLOMA OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

33 BASIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS — COUNTRY SPECIFIC ACADEMIC OTHER QUALIFICATIONS COMPLETED ENTRY REQUIREMENTS IN ENGLISH Applicants may be considered as meeting the English UOW and UOW College Australia recognises secondary language requirements if successfully completing two qualifications from more than 40 countries and education (2) years of secondary or tertiary study at an approved systems, including GCE A levels, International Baccalaureate institution where: and SAT, from all around the world. UOW College Australia • the language of instruction was English; and can assess students who have completed the equivalent • the institution is located in a country where the official of Australian high school (Year 12) from places such as: language is English. China, India, Nepal, Vietnam, and more. Students who have completed an approved Foundation Studies or equivalent Academic transcripts and an official letter from the program may also be considered for direct entry to UOW. institution certifying that English was the sole language of instruction and assessment must be provided. Previous Not sure about entry requirements from your country? study in English is considered on a case-by-case basis and To find out more, simply submit an application and we does not automatically meet UOW’s English language will assess this for you or email us at: requirement. [email protected] WHAT IS THE ENGLISH REQUIREMENT FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS MY COURSE? The English requirement for each course is shown in the All students are required to provide evidence of satisfying preceding course description pages. The requirements are English language requirements. For full details go to shown in terms of the IELTS academic test requirements; for uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/english example: “IELTS: 6.0 (R:6, W:6, L:5, S:5)” Results in the major international English language tests are This means, to meet the English requirement for the accepted, including IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson and Cambridge. Bachelor of Commerce, a minimum overall score of IELTS For English language courses, tests should be taken within 6.0 is required, with at least 6.0 in reading and writing, and one year of course commencement. 5.0 in speaking and listening bands. PREVIOUS STUDY IN ENGLISH The equivalent scores for overall and individual band scores in the TOEFL and Pearson Test of English (academic tests) Applicants may meet the English language requirement can be determined by using the table below: based on successful study in English medium in Australia or INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL offshore.

STUDY IN AUSTRALIA OR AUSTRALIAN

QUALIFICATIONS OFFSHORE TEST Overall Reading Writing Speaking Listening Successful completion of the following qualifications are acceptable as meeting the University’s English language IELTS 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 requirement: TOEFL 79 18 18 18 18 Pearson PTE 57 57 57 50 50 • Year 12 in Australia, or any Australian Year 12 qualification completed offshore; • Foundation Studies, Certificate IV or Diploma with a IELTS 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 minimum duration of one year (full-time) completed in TOEFL 88 20 20 20 20 Australia; or any of these qualifications completed at an Pearson PTE 64 59 59 59 59 Australian institution offshore; • At least one year (full-time) of study toward a Bachelor or Masters degree in Australia, or at an Australian institution IELTS 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 offshore. TOEFL 100 22 22 22 22 Pearson PTE 72 72 72 65 65

The English language requirement can also be satisfied by completing a ‘direct entry’ English course with UOW College Australia (see page 30).

UOW recognises a number of other English language pathway courses offered by English language centres in Sydney, for details, email: [email protected] 34 HOW TO APPLY — You can apply through an authorised UOW College Australia representative in your home country, or directly to us. Applications are free of charge.

To apply direct, you can apply online or download an application from uowcollege.edu.au/apply

Applications can also be made through UAC by international applicants who are currently studying an Australian Year 12, International Baccalaureate or other approved qualifications in Australia or overseas: uac.edu.au/international

For details of authorised UOW representatives worldwide, visit: uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/how/UOW079504

For further information, questions or assistance with the application process:

Email: [email protected] UOW COLLEGE AUSTRALIA

35 My study at UOW College Australia had significant impact when entering bachelor study at UOW. It helped me to establish effective study methods, which were different from what I had previously learned in China. It helped me to adapt to the

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COURSE GUIDE 2020 GUIDE COURSE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL new environment and most importantly, on the academic language front, ensured my English skills were up to the University standard. The most important thing UOW College Australia taught me was critical thinking. There’s millions of things to learn, but the most important is the learning method that could change your whole life. The critical analysis courses incorporated in the language study at College are the golden key that can open the door for academic courses later on.

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XIAOCHEN (SUSAN) INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FROM CHINA ENGLISH FOR TERTIARY STUDIES UOW BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE UOW MASTER OF INFORMATIONAL AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIST - GOOGLE UK LTD DIRECTOR OF GLOBAL SALES - BYTEDANCE LTD

36 UOW Tottenham Hotspur Global Football Program

COMMENCING FEBRUARY 2020

Improve your football skills with an established English Premier League club, while also studying at UOW – one of Australia’s leading universities.*

THE PROGRAM PLAYER DEVELOPMENT APPLY The UOW Tottenham Hotspur Global Students in the program will: Applications are now open, and close Football Program is a unique on 23 August 2019. • undertake 16 – 20 hours of football opportunity to study a UOW degree or training each week, around their Successful applicants will be advised by UOW College Australia academic or academic timetable the end of September 2019^, with the English qualification of your choice at • have the chance to compete for program commencing on 17 February UOW’s Wollongong campus, while selection and playing opportunities at 2020. receiving technical training from FA & local, national and international levels UEFA-qualified coaches from • have the opportunity to attend a UK globalfootball.uow.edu.au Tottenham Hotspur’s Academy & Global Residential Player Development Football Development team. Program at the state-of-the-art Tottenham Hotspur Training Centre (cost in addition to program fee).

*16th in the world – QS Top 50 Under 50 Rankings 2020 ^Successful applicants will also be required to meet academic admission requirements for UOW/UOWC programs.

LEARN MORE uowcollege.edu.au Within Australia: 1300 367 869 International: +61 2 4221 3218 [email protected] facebook.com/UOWCollegeAustralia instagram.com/uowcollegeaustralia #uowcollege

UOW College and UOW College Australia (CRICOS: 02723D: RTO: 91159) are registered business names of UOWC Ltd (ABN: 14 105 312 329). UOW College attempts to ensure the information contained in this publication is correct at the time of production (July 2019); however, sections may be amended without notice by UOW College in response to changing circumstances or for any other reason. Please check the UOW College website for any updated information.