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Admissions Program

Alternative Admissions Program

Have you ever thought of going to University?

Are you of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent?

UOW may be able to set you on your path to achieving your goal via the Alternative Admissions Program (AAP).

The University recognises that not all individuals or groups of people in the community have equal access to a tertiary education. The UAI alone is not necessarily enough to determine whether a person has the aptitude and academic ability to excel at University. The University's Woolyungah Indigenous Centre (WIC) annually conducts a two day admission program where the successful participant can gain access to tertiary study. During the program, participants sit literacy, numeracy and learning comprehension skills assessments, followed by an interview with the relevant faculty. An advanced mathematics test is available for applicants wishing to enrol in degrees such as Accountancy, Economics, Engineering, Science and other degrees that require a strong knowledge of mathematics.

The Alternative Admissions Program is available to anyone of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander decent who is at least 18 years of age.

Participants wishing to study at the University's Education Centres (if subjects are available) in Bateman's Bay, Bega, Loftus, Moss Vale and Shoalhaven can access the AAP also.

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Student Story
Sarah Noel

"Because I did not complete year 12 and have been taking care of my children for the past five years, this provided an opportunity for University entry without having to go back and do year 12. The program was really good. It took into account life and work experiences as well as academic achievements."

Bachelor of Communications and Media Studies/Arts
1 st year student

 
Student Story
Jake Trindorfer

"I had worked in several jobs after school and these confirmed my interest in the health profession. I returned to my High School to talk with the Aboriginal Education Assistant and she suggested the AAP. My experience of the AAP was a positive one."

Bachelor of Health and Physical Education
Graduated in 2007

 
Student Story
Mark Bradshaw

"I wanted to go to university but wasn't sure if I had the marks to go. The AAP ensured I could go to university. The AAP was a great experience because it allowed me to meet other Koori students and know that the University of Wollongong supported the students. Anyone who has thought about coming to UOW should give it a go. You'll soon see that everyone is like you. You will also make great friends."

Bachelor of Internet Science and Technology
3 rd year student

 

 
   

Last reviewed: 6 June, 2007 

 
   
 
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