Why study at UOW?Be MorePostgraduate study is about inspiration. You may have a thirst for knowledge, yearn to specialise in a chosen field or hope to break new ground in research. Perhaps you want to stand out in the workplace, change your career direction, crave mental stimulation or simply want to improve your net worth. Whatever the reason, UOW can help you achieve success in your future endeavours. UOW is big enough to provide outstanding staff and facilities for study and research and to have valuable partnerships with national and international corporations, yet compact enough to offer you personal attention and guidance to help you achieve your potential. Nestled at the foot of Mt Keira and adorned with native vegetation and water gardens, the UOW campus offers a spacious, tranquil environment conducive to work and study. UOW is more than a university. Just ask one of our current postgraduate students – the majority of whom have successfully completed undergraduate studies here and have chosen to come back for more. Discover why you should choose UOW! More FlexibilityPostgraduate study requires focus, time and commitment. UOW recognises you are likely to have routine commitments, such as your current job or family obligations. Many courses offer the flexibility to study full-time or part-time. At postgraduate level, we aim to offer as many of our classes as possible at different times. Many of our programs allow you to choose elective subjects across different disciplines so you can develop a range of skills and knowledge that meets your needs. There is also the possibility of transferring between degrees and some faculties offer a distance education option. More ConnectionsUOW will connect your study with real life applications. We celebrate active partnerships with over 150 universities in research, teaching and exchange; as well as with major corporations, organisations and government bodies across the
globe, including:
- Avexa
- Australian Bureau of Statistics
- Australian Greenhouse Office
- Apple Computer Australia
- Australian Federal and State Police
- BlueScope Steel Ltd
- BOC Ltd
- Cancer Council of NSW
- CRC for Railway Engineering and Technologies
- CSIRO Defence Science & Technology Organisation
- CRC for Smart Internet Technology
- CRC Geoscience Australia
- Defence Signals Directorate
- Desert Knowledge
- Food Science Australia
- Integral Energy
- Johnson & Johnson
- Master Foods
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre
- Motorola
- NASA Johnson Space Centre
- National Oceans Office
- Nestle Australia Ltd
- Rio Tinto Technology
- Telstra Corporation
- Uncle Tobys
- US Naval Academy
- World Health Organisation
More AttentionPostgraduate students work closely with recognised experts in UOW research units and institutes. When studying a postgraduate research program, you are certain to benefit from working under the supervision of two supervisors, ensuring guidance with your research endeavours. More FacilitiesUOW will give you entry to computer laboratories as well as online access to enrol in subjects and view your subject results. You can also take advantage of 24 hour electronic access to our award winning library. Photocopying, printing and binding services are available within the Library building. A Statistical Consulting Service located within the School of Mathematics and Applied Statistics is available to students undertaking a Doctor of Philosophy or Masters Degree. Each faculty will have a range of contemporary facilities at your disposal. More SupportChildcare facilities with qualified Early Childhood staff are available through UniCentre Children’s Services. Two day care centres are open 51 weeks of the year catering for children aged from six weeks to five years. Both offer full-time, part-time and occasional care as well as an educational program. The Centres operate in accordance with Commonwealth Government regulations and comply with the National Childcare Accreditation Council. Out of School Hours Care and Vacation Care is also available for children aged five to twelve years. More ServicesWollongong UniCentre is the community axis of the University. On campus, the UniCentre offers a variety of services including: food outlets ranging from takeaway to cafés, restaurants and a bar; conference facilities; a bank; a bookshop; a retail outlet; a post office; medical services; a travel agency; a dry-cleaner; and a hairdressing salon. The UniCentre also provides amenities to assist members of the University community in their daily life on campus and to establish friendships through informal association outside the classroom. You will have the opportunity to try the world class University Recreation and Aquatic Centre and join a range of clubs and societies – from social to sporting, cultural to curious, hobbies to humanitarian.
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