Intervention Strategy

What is an Intervention Strategy?

Intervention strategy is a systematic plan of action consciously adapted in an attempt to address and reduce the causes of academic failure during your time at the University. It has been developed to offer you with additional assistance thus promoting future success in your studies.

There are three types of an intervention strategy that may be applied:

  • Default: This is an automatic course progress check carried out by the Academic Registrar's Division. A student's status is at this stage changed from active to referral, probation or exclusion. Information will be sent to a student via SOLSMail.
  • Negotiated: This is when a student is advised to see their Course Progress Advisor which is usually a Sub-Dean or Associate Dean. An intervention strategy will be decided which must be acknowledged by the student.
  • Mandatory: This is applied when a student has been excluded, they have successfully appealed and are then required to follow an intervention strategy.  

An intervention strategy should be implemented early in order to increase the likelihood of you succeeding in your studies at UOW.

Once a suitable intervention strategy has been implemented your student record will be updated. This will identify any amendments made to your course status and study plan. This can be viewed by accessing SOLS then viewing your enrolment record.

Am I eligible for an Intervention Strategy?

You are eligible for an intervention strategy if you have been placed on a course progress status of Referral or Probation. If you currently have a course status of Active, you are still able to see your Sub Dean/ Associate Dean or access an appropriate support service on campus if you are experiencing difficulties.

How does this apply to me as an Undergraduate or a Postgraduate coursework student?

The University of Wollongong is committed to providing you with access to the right support. This support can be both academic and non academic. Furthermore the services available are FREE to all UOW students. A successful intervention strategy could help you to successfully complete your studies.

How do I Access this Support?

Intervention Strategy Form

Academic Points of Contact

Your Course Progress Advisor which is usually a Sub-Dean or Associate Dean, can help advise you on what steps you should take if you are experiencing difficulties with your studies.

Non Academic Points of Contact

What happens when I contact My Sub/Associate Dean?

In order to successfully implement an intervention strategy, you should refer to your sub/associate Dean or your Course Progress Advisor. If you are experiencing problems with your studies for any reason and feel you may be falling behind you must make an appointment with your sub dean as soon as possible. The Sub Dean will complete an intervention strategy form and help to work out an action plan that will assist you.

The Sub Dean may recommend one or more of four solutions depending on your specific circumstances.  These are listed below:

  • A prescribed program: You may be placed on one of the programs listed below.
  • Restricted Load to what all these things are – Under this program you are able to enroll in reduced credit points for your course.
  •  Reduced Load – You are able to enroll in a limited number of subjects usually less than a normal full time course.
  • Specific Subject Enrolment – You are only able to enroll in certain subjects
  • Study Plan – A plan is agreed with you for a set period of time, related to enrolment

  • Referral to University Support services: Assistance is available at the following Support services:
  • Learning Development Language Support
  • Learning Development Learning Support
  • Faculty Student Equity Diversity Liaison Officer
  • Counseling Services
  • Disability Services

  • Faculty Based Program
  • Pass Program (Peer Assisted Study Session): Working together with other students
  • Other program (as prescribed by the sub dean)
  • Leave Of Absence DOMESTIC/INTERNATIONAL

What Help is Available?

 There are many free University Student Support Services that can help you achieve successful academic results. Student Services provides a range of programs and services which are designed to assist you with your studies and help you progress through your degree.

  • Student Support Advisers (SSA): The Student Support Advisers provide liaison, information and referral to support services as well as provision of programs supporting student equity and diversity both within faculties and across campus.
  • Learning Development: The Learning Resource Centre provides workshops, individual consultations and self access resources on English language and academic skills. Contact Learning Development for help today! Details in the attached brochure. Link to learning and development.
  • PASS (Peer Assisted Study Session): PASS is a program where students work together to consolidate understanding, reinforce key concepts, and develop effective study strategies.
  • Counseling Services: The Counseling Service provides individual consultations and personal development programs which can help you sort out what is happening in your life and develop skills for coping with the stresses you experience. UOW counseling services are free and confidential to all students of UOW. Make an appointment by calling their number in the attached brochure.
  • Disability Services Students: When a student has a disability or long term illness they may require additional assistance in adjusting to the requirements of their course and developing independence in their studies.

An intervention strategy may also be implemented for international students in compassionate or compelling circumstances.

Need More Information?

If you have questions or concerns click here to ASK US!

Visit us @ Student Central
Ground Floor, Building 17
Phone: (02) 4221 3927
Facsimile: (02) 4221 4322
Email: askuow@uow.edu.au or click here

Last reviewed: 15 September, 2009

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