Study Abroad Stands and Exchange for purpose 2019 / 2020 STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019/20 EXCHANGE AND ABROAD STUDY What we WOLLONGONG OF UNIVERSITY stand for UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG OF UNIVERSITY — The University of Wollongong is 5 stars Inside a global leader in discovery and for overall experience, skills development, student support, learning resources, learner — learning – working to transform engagement, student retention and staff qualifications.1 LIFE AT UOW 2 people and the world we live in. Wollongong, a university city Location and transport The campus experience 2019/20 EXCHANGE AND ABROAD STUDY Our ambition for our graduates is Top 20 A truly global university 16th best modern university in the world2 Not just lectures and exams that they will be agile, ethical and Support competitive in the global economy. Highest ranked — And that their experience will shape University in NSW overall3 LIVING AT UOW 14 Accommodation options their sense of self as well as their Cost of living future career. Top 250 — of universities in the world4 SYDNEY CAMPUS 18 Our purpose is geared to making an impact at a global level. 138,000 — STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019/20 EXCHANGE AND ABROAD STUDY graduates working in 147 countries STUDY OPTIONS 20 Choosing your program We stand for purpose and you are Choosing your subjects UOW study areas welcome to stand with us. Top 1% Admissions requirements for graduates as rated by global employers5 How to apply — GLOBAL PARTNERS 34 — IMPORTANT DATES 36 1 1. Good Universities Guide 2019 2. QS Top 50 Under 50 Rankings 2019 3. Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) 2019 4. 218th in the world – QS World University Rankings 2019 5. 2019 QS Graduate Employability Rankings A FULL CALENDAR 20+ live music venues 8,000+ people attend Thursday and Friday food markets at the Crown Street Mall 65 new bars and cafes Uni nights Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at many venues in the city centre WOLLONGONG OF UNIVERSITY CHEAP MEALS Monday – Discounted food and drinks at Industry Night at Pepe’s Tuesdays – Taco night at Amigos Wednesday – Seven-fitty-schnitty ($7.50) at North Gong Hotel UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG OF UNIVERSITY Thursday – Eat Street food markets in the mall Sunday – Bulli Foragers Markets SIZE MATTERS 4th largest city in NSW 3,000+ businesses in the CBD 10 million visitors to the South Coast region annually STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019/20 EXCHANGE AND ABROAD STUDY $13.1 billion economic contribution to the national Wollongong is 17 beaches economy All patrolled ENDLESS FUN a university city 17 35+ nature walks patrolled beaches 15 coastal nature walks In local NSW National Parks UOW plays an important part in the history 19,000 plane jumpers per year with Skydive the Beach of Wollongong city, and is a key part of its 25°C (77°F) average maximum 306,591 people summer temperature STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019/20 EXCHANGE AND ABROAD STUDY future, educating skilled graduates for a Call the Wollongong region home changing economy. 18°C (64°F) average maximum winter temperature Historically, Wollongong’s economy was centred around When UOW started enrolling a diverse mix of heavy industry, and it continues to employ a large international students in the 1980s, Wollongong was SO CLOSE number of skilled graduates from UOW. Another effect of already a home to many languages, cuisines, religions 2.4km (1.5 miles) between this industrial past is Wollongong’s cultural diversity. and customs. Wollongong campus and the The pristine environment and availability of work Today, Wollongong has a rich cultural calendar and beach attracted migrant workers from all over the world to attracts people from all over Australia and the world to 80km (50 miles) or 90 minutes make Wollongong their home. enjoy a healthy, active lifestyle. Here you can live stress- to Sydney 2 free and focus on your studies. 3 2.5 hours to Canberra 4 free shuttle buses connecting Wollongong campus, CBD and nearby suburbs drive to Sydney Location & 80km (50 miles) average max annual transport 22°C temperature (71.6°F) UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG OF UNIVERSITY average max summer — 25°C temperature (77°F) average max winter Once you’re here, getting around the city is safe, 18°C temperature (64°F) easy and cheap. Wollongong is close to Sydney – 90 minutes by road or train. UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG OF UNIVERSITY BICYCLE CAR UOW has racks that can hold more than UOW runs a carpooling program, so if 900 bikes for secure and convenient you have two or more friends in your bike parking. There is also a bike share car, you get free parking on campus. program at two student residences. STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019/20 EXCHANGE AND ABROAD STUDY BUS TRAIN Wollongong is well connected with city North Wollongong Station is a buses going to all its suburbs. 15-minute walk or a short free shuttle bus ride from our main campus. Free ‘city loop’ buses run all day and into the night, linking UOW with the city centre, trains and shopping district. TIME TO TRAIN FARE WOLLONGONG Off- FREE SHUTTLE BUS FROM peak* Peak* UOW provides free shuttle buses for Sydney students and campus visitors, linking our 90 min $6.08 $8.69 (Central) Wollongong campuses with the city centre, trains and student accommodation. Learn Hurstville 65 min $6.08 $8.69 more at uow.edu.au/transport/shuttles/ STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019/20 EXCHANGE AND ABROAD STUDY Sutherland 55 min $4.73 $6.76 WALK Most destinations in Wollongong are an easy walk away. CAPPED PRICES FOR BUSES & TRAINS Buses and trains servicing Wollongong use the pay-as-you-go Opal Card system, meaning your fares are capped. Travel as much as you want on all Opal-enabled trains, ferries, buses and light rail, and never pay more than: 4 $15.40 A DAY* / $63.20 A WEEK* 5 * Prices above were correct as of Jan 2019 and are subject to change. Some exceptions apply, see opal.com.au UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG OF UNIVERSITY LIFE AT UOW SUPERMARKET ON CAMPUS DUCKPOND LAWN Groceries, fruit, vegetables, The heart of the campus, delicatessen and more The hosting events and live music. UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG OF UNIVERSITY campus eat cash buzz experience 20+ FOOD OUTLETS 2 BANKS & 1 BUBBLE TEA & — & 1 SUPERMARKET 7 ATMS 9 CAFES Our Wollongong campus combines send fly doctor 2019/20 EXCHANGE AND ABROAD STUDY modern teaching and study spaces POST OFFICE TRAVEL AGENT CAMPUS HEALTH on 83 hectares (205 acres) of landscaped Australian bushland. At UOW you can study in a clean, healthy environment clip read snack that combines the benefits of an active Australian HAIR & BEAUTY BOOKSHOP & CAMPUS lifestyle with the resources of an international LEARN FROM THE BEST SALON NEWSAGENT CONVENIENCE university. Be inspired by world-class STORE SPORTING LIFE educators and researchers Over 60 UOW sporting teams When you want to work together and make new friends you’ll find yourself in a welcoming community filled with people from over 130 countries. Our campus includes academic support, UOW LIBRARY accommodation, sports, culture and entertainment — Study, research, collaborate everything you need. STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019/20 EXCHANGE AND ABROAD STUDY 6 7 UNIBAR REFUEL Home to local, national and international 20+ food outlets on campus music as well as parties and events. WOLLONGONG CAMPUS Situated in the Illawarra region on the east coast of Australia, Wollongong is the perfect place for those who want their university experience enriched with beaches, a relaxed lifestyle and surrounding natural beauty. It’s a university city, just over an hour south of Sydney, with the Pacific Ocean to the east and LIFE AT UOW stunning mountains to the west. More than 23,000 students are gaining a Studying at the University of world-class education at UOW’s Wollongong campus. International students Wollongong (UOW) is bigger than make up about 6,300 of those enrolments. You’ll find a range of food outlets, a sports precinct, a 24-hour library and health services all on campus. A truly global a degree. As a UOW student, you WOLLONGONG OF UNIVERSITY become part of one of the world’s most university respected young universities. This means connecting with people, ideas SOUTH WESTERN SYDNEY CAMPUS and knowledge from across the globe. UOW’s South Western Sydney campus is located in Liverpool, one of the — fastest growing regions in Sydney. In an area rich with cultural diversity, this Beyond Australia UOW has campuses in the United Arab campus is the perfect option for international students who wish to study in Emirates and Hong Kong, and a presence in Malaysia and the city, but live in a location where the cost of living is much cheaper. UOW is a Singapore. Our researchers, students and alumni can be found in short walk from Liverpool’s public transport precinct, where trains and buses UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG OF UNIVERSITY more than 170 countries. connect with the rest of Sydney. This location offers a growing portfolio of undergraduate degrees, double degrees and postgraduate degrees. Study areas As a university, it is our job to help address complex, real-world include business, laws, business information systems, commerce, computer problems. This is achieved through our people, our technology science, information technology, international studies, nursing and social work. and our excellence in research. Most importantly, it’s achieved with you – our students. Studying at UOW means learning from Stay up-to-date with our offerings atsouthwesternsydney.uow.edu.au some of the brightest minds on the planet, who will become your mentors and inspire you to make an impact of your own.