Year 12 Students
Why study at UOW?
Completing an undergraduate degree is a major step towards achieving your future goals. And a world of possibility awaits you at UOW. We will provide you with the opportunity to improve your career prospects, ignite your imagination, build up your confidence and lay the foundation for new friendships.
In short, UOW will help you to Be More.
Discover why you should choose UOW!
What can I study?
If you're still not sure about what you want to do, you may want to see the UOW CourseFinder for some ideas.
If you do know how you want your future to look, you'll need to find out what qualifications can take you there.
Remember too that there are more ways than one! For example, if you want to be an accountant, some universities may offer a Bachelor of Accounting, but other universities may offer a Commerce or Business degree that specialises in Accountancy.
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What are the entry requirements?
- Please refer to specific entry requirements for each degree as specified in our CourseFinder, or in the essential information box, which is listed in the Undergraduate course information brochures.
- For Bachelor degrees, applicants must complete the NSW HSC or equivalent.
Approx. UAI (or equivalent): This refers to the Universities Admissions Index, which is calculated based on the NSW HSC. You will need to achieve the minimum UAI score to qualify for entry into the degree you are interested in.
Please see our flyer detailing the 2008 University Admissions Index (UAI) cut-offs.
Subject requirements: Some UOW degrees list HSC subjects that are assumed knowledge or recommended studies.
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Other entry requirements
Bachelor of Creative Arts and any Creative Arts double degree
For entry you will need to complete a Creative Arts Interview/Audition application form and (where appropriate) supply a portfolio of your work.
Application closing date: 30 September 2008.
Applicants need to meet both artistic qualifications, determined by an interview or audition, together with an appropriate UAI (or equivalent).
Bachelor of Health Science
For entry, you will need to complete a Bachelor of Health Science Application Form, including reference forms. Applicants will also be required to attend an interview, you will be contacted by the Faculty advising you of your interview's date and time.
Application closing date: 30 September 2008.
Double degrees
Before enrolment it is advisable that you discuss this option with both faculties. You will need to satisfy the entry requirements of both degrees.
Special Access Schemes, Bonus UAI & Points to UOW
Even if you have not completed the current NSW HSC (or equivalent) in full, or you did not receive the required entry mark, you may still qualify for admission.
Points to UOW
Points to UOW is a program where by additional admission points are awarded to students for their performance in HSC subjects that are relevant to the knowledge required to undertake specific undergraduate programs at UOW. If you completed your HSC this year, and you completed the relevant subjects, you may be eligible for bonus points. Read more...
Local and Regional Bonus UAI Scheme
If you have a UOW course as a preference and you completed your HSC this year at one of the schools in our regional area your admissions rank will automatically be increased by three points on the UAC system for University of Wollongong entry only. Read more...
Step to UOW Scheme
The STEP to UOW scheme is a tertiary preparation program offered by the University of Wollongong to increase the educational opportunities for young people in our regional area who have experienced a disadvantage in their secondary education.
Candidates who enter STEP to UOW will be allocated a Commonwealth Supported Place. Commonwealth Supported students in an enabling course, such as STEP, are exempt from paying any student contribution amounts to cover their tuition. Read more...
Educational Access Scheme
This scheme only applies to Year 12 students who are permanent residents of Australia and who can demonstrate:
- they have experienced long-term (a least 9 months) disadvantage in their preparation for uni, and
- their educational performance has been seriously affected by circumstances beyond their control.
Sympathetic consideration is given to all applicants, but admission is not guaranteed.
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For application forms, contact the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), high school career advisers or UOW on 1300 367 869 |
Alternative entry paths
Wollongong College Australia (WCA)
If you don't get the UAI you need for direct entry into University, you still have options. Wollongong College Australia (WCA) can provide you with an alternative entry pathway into the University of Wollongong.
Early Entry Program
At the University of Wollongong we recognise that the UAI is not the only indication of your aptitude to excel at university level.
The Early Entry program allows current Year 12 students to apply for early acceptance into a number of degrees. Successful applicants will receive either a guaranteed place or a place that is conditional upon the results of their final exams. Entry is based on the student's academic record (including Trial HSC results) and an interview.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants
This program gives Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders access to study through an achievement test and an interview. The test examines literacy, numeracy and learning comprehension skills. An advanced maths test is available for those wishing to enrol in degrees such as Accountancy, Economics, Engineering, Science and other degrees that require maths.
Those wishing to enrol in Creative Arts are also required to undertake a Faculty interview/audition.
Bridging Courses
There are three types of bridging courses available at UOW:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
These courses are for students who have been accepted (or have already enrolled) into a degree and who need background in an area they have not covered in their HSC (or equivalent).
Bridging courses DO NOT allow a student to overcome a prerequisite problem.
They should be completed prior to the commencement of lectures/tutorials.
Download a PDF of the applications form for these courses or contact UniAdvice.
Students that have received an offer to UOW can enrol in bridging courses at enrolment.
How do I apply?
All NSW HSC candidates will be sent application information and guides by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
Application closing date: 30 September 2008, or by early February (late application fee applicable).
Interstate applicants should contact their state's universities admission centre.
What are the costs?
According to Government regulations, students are required to meet general costs where applicable to their studies, such as late charges, parking fines, application fees to amend an academic record, cost of travel, purchase of instruments or equipment for their course, and the cost of handbooks and notes.
Commonwealth Supported Places
These have replaced the traditional HECS (Higher Education Contribution Scheme) places. On average, the Australian Government contributes about three-quarters (3/4) of the total funding for educational costs provided for Commonwealth supported students; these students pay a 'student contribution' to cover the remaining costs of their course. Student contribution amounts are calculated per subject based on the Estimated Full-time Study Load (EFTSL) value of the subject and the subject cluster it belongs to. These amounts are given on the Student Contribution Amounts and Tuition Fees page.
HECS-HELP
This is a loan program to assist students with their student contribution amounts. This replaces the previous HECS deferment options.
You are eligible for HECS-HELP if you:
- are enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place; AND
- are an Australian citizen or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa.
If an Australian citizen or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa pays all, or at least $500 of their student contribution up front, then they will receive a 20% discount on the amount paid up front. Voluntary repayments through the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) receive a 10% discount.
New Zealand citizens and other permanent visa holders are not eligible for HECS-HELP and must pay their student contribution amount upfront and are not entitled to any discounts.
Eligible students who receive an offer of admission to the University of Wollongong will be able to apply for HECS-HELP during the enrolment process. Your HECS-HELP debt is repaid via the Australian Tax Office once your income reaches the minimum threshold for compulsory repayment, which will be $35,000 for students commencing in 2005.
Further information about HECS-HELP is available on the Department of Education Science and Training website: www.goingtouni.gov.au
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For more information or contact UOW on 1300 367 869 |
Other costs
Other costs to consider include textbooks, transport, parking, accommodation and living costs.
Financial assistance
Youth Allowance is a Government Scheme which provides financial aid to full-time tertiary students under the age of 25. The main benefit is a living allowance which is subject to an income test.
For more information contact Centrelink on 13 24 90. Abstudy provides financial assistance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. For more information contact 13 23 17.
FAQs
Question: What if I don't get the UAI?
Answer: see special access schemes
Question: What's involved in a degree?
Answer: For detailed information, refer to the page What's involved in a degree.
Question: What happens after I've put in my application?
Answer:
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Apply through UAC
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September 2008 (for entry to Autumn session)
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Apply for the Early Entry Program (if appropriate)
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July - September 2008 (interviews end of September)
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You will receive your HSC results
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Mid-December 2008
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You can change your preferences for main round offers through UAC
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Early January 2009
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You will receive advice regarding main round offers of university places and, if successful, you will also receive enrolment information for UOW
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Mid-January 2009
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You can change your preferences for final round offers through UAC
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Late January 2009
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Attend campus to enrol in your degree
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Late January to early February 2009
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If successful, you will receive advice regarding final round offers of university places with enrolment information for UOW
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Early February 2009
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Attend campus for Orientation Week
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16-20 February 2009
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Start of Autumn Session
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2 March 2009
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Question: Can I start my studies mid-year?
Answer: It may be possible to commence your studies in Spring session (beginning mid-July). Applications for this intake can be sent directly to the University or via UAC. The available starting session(s) for each degree as specified in our CourseFinder, or in the essential information box, which is listed in the Undergraduate course information brochures. Please note, if you commence your studies mid-year your subject choice may be limited for the first session of study.
Question: How do I defer?
Answer: Students who have been offered a place may defer for up to one year.
You must apply in writing to the University within four weeks of receiving your offer, otherwise your offer will lapse. In subsequent years you can reapply through the UAC or directly to the University.
Email a Student
Please feel free to contact our friendly student representative team. The team comprises current UOW students who are studying from our nine faculties, as well as students who have moved from country areas to study at UOW. They would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular course, what university life is really like or how they coped with moving from a country town. Email: student_team@uow.edu.au
Visit out Ask a Student webpage to find out more about some of our current students.
If you have specific questions about courses at UOW or would like further information please email: uniadvice@uow.edu.au or call 1300 367 869
Important dates
Session & Key Dates
(holidays, orientation week, exam periods etc.)
Information evenings
Information evenings are held in Wollongong, Sutherland, Cronulla, the Southern Highlands, Campbelltown and Canberra around August/September each year.
These evenings are primarily aimed at Year 12 students and their parents, however they will also be of benefit to Years 10 and 11 students and their families.
Our information evenings give your students the chance to speak with faculty representatives, who can answer frequently asked questions, prior to UAC close of preferences.
To view dates for this year click here
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