Graduate Attributes

As a graduate of the University of Wollongong you are more than just the sum of the knowledge you have acquired through your subjects. During your studies you will have developed other skills, values, and attitudes that are essential for gaining employment and advancing lifelong learning. The University refers to these skills, values, and attitudes as the Graduate Attributes. Examples of the Graduate Attributes include a commitment to continued and independent learning (Graduate Attribute 1), the capacity for teamwork (Graduate Attribute 4), and an appreciation and valuing of cultural and intellectual diversity (Graduate Attribute 6).

See the full list and find out more about the Attributes of a UOW Graduate.

The Graduate Attributes are acquired through the development of information literacy, academic literacy, computer literacy, statistical literacy, and professional practices. Listed below are the services provided by the University of Wollongong to assist you in developing the Graduate Attributes.

Information Literacy – Compulsory ILIP

Information literacy refers to the ability to find, evaluate and use information and is an essential component of any degree and many professions. All new undergraduates and postgraduate coursework students must complete ILIP (Information Literacies Introductory Program) in their first session of study.

Find out more about the Information Literacies Introductory Program (ILIP).

In addition to ILIP, the Library offers a range of quality online and face-to-face courses to develop your information literacy skills. Check your local library web site for more information.

Academic Literacy – Learning Development

To help develop your skills in reading, critical analysis, listening, writing and oral presentation, Learning Development works within various subjects and offers a range of other free services, including lunchtime workshops, individual consultations and online resources.

Find out more about Learning Development at UOW.

Computer Literacy – ITS

Information Technology Services (ITS) provides many services including computer training, user-guides, and access to the Student Computer Resource Centre, which consists of nine computer laboratories. In the labs, you have access to email, the Internet, applications software and laser printers. Additionally, the teaching laboratories contain special purpose software for tutorials run by individual departments. Staff and roving helpers can assist you with laboratory equipment, software and access to on-line training and email.

Find out more about information technology at UOW from the IT Services website.

Statistical Literacy

As a UOW graduate, you are expected to be able to appreciate the role statistics play in society. Statistics is taught within many faculties. In addition, the Statistical Literacy Introductory Program (SLIP) introduces students to the basics of understanding and interpreting statistical information and encourages students to think critically about information in the form of statistics. SLIP does not require any previous knowledge of statistics, nor does it require a high level of mathematical ability.

Find out more about Statistical Literacy Introductory Program (SLIP).

Professional Practices – Careers

Professional Practices refer to the transfer and application of knowledge, values, attitudes and skills gained from university study to work and life settings and include the management of a professional career. Professional Practices are attained through discipline study and are supported by career development resources, programs, and services.

To find out more about Workplace Learning programs, and events such as Careers Fairs, go to the Careers Service website .