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University of Wollongong

Wollongong, AU · Ranking #162

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is a leading public research university located in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia, with additional campuses nationally and internationally. It is recognised globally within the top 200 universities and attracts a diverse student body from over 150 countries. UOW offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs across faculties such as Arts, Business, Engineering & Information Sciences, Law, Science, Medicine & Health. The main campus in Wollongong combines modern facilities, research centres and community spaces within an 82.4 ha urban setting. The university engages in impactful research collaborations, fosters innovation and industry partnerships, and emphasises employability and real‑world learning experiences, including internships and professional placements. UOW’s alumni network spans over 176,000 graduates globally, reflecting its commitment to education, research and community engagement.

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University of Wollongong

About the university

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is a leading public research university located in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia, with additional campuses nationally and internationally. It is recognised globally within the top 200 universities and attracts a diverse student body from over 150 countries. UOW offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs across faculties such as Arts, Business, Engineering & Information Sciences, Law, Science, Medicine & Health. The main campus in Wollongong combines modern facilities, research centres and community spaces within an 82.4 ha urban setting. The university engages in impactful research collaborations, fosters innovation and industry partnerships, and emphasises employability and real‑world learning experiences, including internships and professional placements. UOW’s alumni network spans over 176,000 graduates globally, reflecting its commitment to education, research and community engagement.

Key information

  • Location: Wollongong, AU
  • Ranking #162
  • QS #184
  • THE #201
  • US News #301
  • National ranking #12
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Arts
  • Business
  • Engineering & IT
  • Science
  • Medicine & Health
  • Law

Programs (29)

  • Computer Science
  • Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Marketing
  • Tourism and Hospitality
  • Law
  • Political Science
  • International Relations
  • Philosophy
  • History
  • Linguistics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Environmental Science
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Anthropology
  • Education
  • Fine Arts
  • Music

Student body

  • Total students: 32,000
  • Undergraduate: 22,000
  • Graduate: 8,000
  • International students: 37%

Campus life

The University of Wollongong's campus is nestled between the Illawarra Escarpment and the Pacific Ocean, 80km south of Sydney, offering one of Australia's most scenic campus locations. The campus features native gardens, a duckpond, and views of the surrounding mountains. Multiple on-campus accommodation options include modern apartments, catered colleges, and village-style living. Wollongong is a coastal city known for its beautiful beaches — the campus is a short bus ride from North Wollongong Beach, and students can surf before class. The university has an excellent reputation in engineering, IT, and materials science, with strong links to industry. Despite being a smaller city, Wollongong has a vibrant student community, affordable living costs, and easy train access to Sydney for weekend trips.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: $900 - $1,700 / per week

Housing options

  • Campus East (modern apartments)
  • Kooloobong Village (self-catered)
  • International House
  • Marketview Accommodation
  • Weerona College (catered)
  • Off-campus in Wollongong and Fairy Meadow

Student clubs and organizations

  • UOW Student Association
  • Engineering Society
  • Computing Society
  • Cultural clubs
  • Over 100 clubs

Sports

  • Football
  • Cricket
  • Basketball
  • Swimming
  • Surfing
  • Rugby
  • Tennis

Career & internships

Employment rate: 78%

Partner companies

  • Commonwealth Bank
  • South32
  • Linfox ANZ
  • ASIO

Internships: Internships and work‑integrated learning are supported at UOW through various programs, including faculty‑specific internship teams and Career Central job boards that connect students with industry placements. Opportunities range from short professional placements in business and law to research internships with industry partners that build practical skills and networks. Students can pursue credit‑bearing internships via structured subjects or secure placements through career services, enhancing employability and workplace readiness in diverse fields.

Admission requirements

Required tests

  • IELTS
  • TOEFL

Required documents

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL)
  • Personal statement/references

Minimum GPA: 3

Tuition costs

  • $27,000 - $42,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 75.00%
  • Scholarships available: The University of Wollongong offers a range of scholarships and financial support options for international and domestic students. Scholarships include academic merit awards, equity and access scholarships, research support grants and faculty‑specific awards. International student scholarships may offer tuition fee reductions, living stipends or targeted support for particular regions or programs. Competitive criteria often consider academic achievement, leadership potential or field of study, and applications are typically submitted through the UOW scholarship portal with defined deadlines.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1951
  • Teaching languages: english
  • Study formats: offline

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