OHS Postgraduate Programs

International Student Enquiries

I’m an international student on a student visa. What do I need to know about studying at UOW?

UOW offers a range of support services to international students. The above link will connect you to some of the information you will need to get started and progress successfully through your course. Alternatively, you can review information on life in Wollongong and getting used to student life.

Why do I need a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE)?

Find out what you need to know about your COE.

What do I do if I need to take a break from study or reduce the number of subjects I am studying?

International students need to be aware of course requirements for visa conditions. This link will explain your obligations in order to complete study at UOW.

Can I access information for international students in my language?

You can review information for international students by following this link and selecting your language.

My question isn’t answered here, who do I speak to?

If you have an issue or question that you are unable to resolve you should contact us. The above link will connect you to contact details for the School of Health Science or you can contact support services for international students.

Last reviewed: 2 March, 2012

OHS Academic Programme Coordinator

New students must contact the OHS Academic Programme Coordinator immediately they receive their letter of offer and before they attempt to enrol in any subjects. The Academic Programme Coordinator's contact details are as follows:

Mrs Jane Whitelaw
Email: jane_whitelaw@uow.edu.au  (preferred contact method)
Tel: 02 4221 5232  (messages will not be collected every day so email will be much quicker)

Accreditation

The Master of Science OHS (MScOHS) and Graduate Certificate OHS are accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) in the United Kingdom. There is no equivalent accreditation scheme currently available in Australia.

The MSc Occupational Hygiene Practice degree is accredited by the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists (AIOH) and the British Occupational Hygiene Society.



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