Malaysia
Selamat datang! Welcome to one of Australia's leading universities — the University of Wollongong (UOW). This site provides information on the University’s location, profile and reputation, including our rank as number one university in Australia for Teaching Performance, based on the Australian Government Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST) “Student Outcome Indicators for the Learning and Teaching Performance Fund”. (The Australian, August 2005)
Malaysian Students at UOW
You are invited to join the 79 Malaysian students currently studying on campus. Some of the more popular courses taken by our Malaysian students are in:
- Commerce: forensic accounting, professional accounting, management, marketing, international business, finance, logistics, business administration
- Informatics: computer science, IT, multimedia, internet technology
- Engineering: mechanical, civil, computer, electrical, telecommunications
- Health & Behavioural Sciences: nursing, nutrition & dietetics; psychology
- Science: biotechnology
- Arts: cultural studies, communication
- Creative Arts: graphic design & new media
Further information about the range of courses available, including professional recognition of specific UOW courses by relevant accrediting authorities in Australia, is available on this website.
Two-year Courses and Double Masters Programs
UOW offers popular Masters which can be taken over two years, with tuition fees charged only for 1.5 years. Alternatively you can complete two Masters in two years, with substantial tuition fee savings for the second Masters. Click here for details.
UOW Links with Malaysia
UOW and Universiti Sains Malaysia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding incorporating research, exchange and other joint activities. See the following news item for details.
Leaders in higher education from universities in Malaysia and Australia participated in the “Higher Education in Malaysia and Australia 2005: A Regional Research Forum on Higher Education” conference at UOW from 2-4 November 2005.
For information on other research projects involving Malaysia, visit the website for CAPSTRANS, the UOW Centre for Asia Pacific Social Transformation Studies.
Advanced Standing
UOW has advanced standing (credit transfer) arrangements with a number of colleges in Malaysia. Students completing a relevant course at one of these institutions may be eligible for advanced standing of up to 2 years, reducing the duration of the relevant bachelors degree at UOW. Credit transfer arrangements with the polytechnics cover the areas of biotechnology, engineering, business, IT & Computing and health sciences. Visit our Credit Transfer site for full details.
If your college is not on the above website, you can apply for advanced standing at the same time as applying for admission for your course.
Offshore Programs
UOW offers the following teaching programs in Malaysia:
Institution |
UOW Degree |
Contact for further details |
INTI College Kuching |
Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Development) |
Amanda Waren
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Bachelor of Computer Science (eCommerce) |
Bachelor of Computer Science (Multimedia & Game Development) * |
* commencing in 2006.
Other Education Links
UOW has links with 150 institutions in more than 35 countries. Some of the institutions with which UOW has close educational links, including research, academic cooperation, or students exchange agreements include:
- University of Alberta, Canada
- University of California, USA
- Northeastern University, China
- Sophia University, Japan
- Ajou University, South Korea
- Gadja Madah University, Indonesia
- Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
- University of Oslo, Norway
- University of Sheffield, UK
- University of Bologna, Italy
Scholarships
Click here for information about scholarships available to Malaysian students commencing at UOW in 2006.
Malaysian Student Experiences
The UOW Malaysian Association for Students (MAS) is active on campus and provides information, advice and assistance to any kind of problems that the students might encounter while studying in UOW; from issues of accommodation to those of personal nature. MAS also organises activities both on and off campus with the objective of making the students' stay enjoyable and an enriching experience.
MAS also functions as an effective channel of communication between the Malaysian students in UOW and the Malaysian Students Department. Ultimately, MAS emphasises the students' self-development through religious, recreational and sports activities. MAS hopes that these activities would instil in the students the values of leadership, high self-esteem, sincerity, loyalty and excellent moral values.
Contact MAS for further information or visit the MAS website.
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UOW Malaysian Association of Students office holders 2004/2005 |
UOW Graduates in Malaysia
UOW has a large number of alumni (graduates) who have completed UOW courses both in Australia and through offshore programs and there is an active Malaysian Alumni Chapter.
Click here for stories by UOW graduates from Malaysia – find out where their UOW has taken them in their careers and about their experiences at UOW.
Accommodation
Wollongong offers the advantage of abundant accommodation close to the University at a much more affordable price than Sydney and other large cities. A variety of accommodation options are available:
- University-managed residences (catered or self-catered)
- Homestay with a local family
- Private rental in shared houses or apartments
Placement in University housing can be arranged before your arrival, and we can also provide assistance for those seeking private accommodation. Airport pickup and transfer to Wollongong is arranged for all newly arriving students.
Applying to UOW
If you wish to apply directly to the University, the application process and forms are available at the Making an Application site.
You may also choose to apply for admission through one of the University’s representatives in Malaysia; please contact UniAdvice for details of representatives in your city. Staff at UniAdvice can help with any other questions you might have about studying at the University of Wollongong.
We look forward to welcoming you to our campus.
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