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Scholarships Courses & Pathways

UOW Bega Valley has been providing the local community with access to world-class university education for 22 years; producing over 550 UOW graduates. Located on Auckland Street, the campus offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, a pathway program, and academic support throughout your degree.

Start your study close to home in 2024

We understand that moving away for uni is not possible for everyone, especially during your first year. At UOW Bega Valley, we have some exciting study opportunities available in 2024 that'll help you stay connected with your study goals while staying close to home.

One program offers a fantastic introduction to studying at university, while the other allows you to undertake the first year of your degree at UOW Bega Valley. Both programs include the personalised support and small campus experience that UOW Bega Valley is known for. Take a look at these options and see how we can make your journey easier. If you have questions about either program, please contact us at ask-bega@uow.edu.au or 0264947035.

The UOW Specialised Gap Year program can be undertaken at UOW Bega Valley and is available in most study areas.

This program allows students to study for their degree locally and part-time for one year before making the move to classes at UOW Wollongong in 2025. 

It allows students to get familiar with uni and get started on their degree, and is a great alternative to a gap year.

If you're keen to start uni full-time but not ready to leave your local area you may be able to take the first year of your UOW degree right here in the Bega Valley.

The first year of the following undergraduate degrees can be studied here in 2024.

Several other first-year programs may also be offered. Reach out to us if you have questions about your course of study.

Regional scholarships

Country to Coast Scholarship

This scholarship is exclusive to students who applied to UOW via Early Admission and selected Indigenous Access Program (IAP) offer holders, from defined regional and remote areas across NSW.

Mia International student LHA Destination Australia Scholarships

This scholarship is open to domestic and international students. It is valued at $15,000 per year for the duration of the recipients' degree, these scholarships aim to support full-time students studying at a UOW Regional campus.

Female student sitting at desk holding coffee cup, smiling at the camera Regional Kick Start scholarships

The $3,000 Regional Kick Start scholarships aim to support regional students with resources and living costs during their first year of study and will make it easier to undertake their uni study close to home.

Male nursing student wearing blue scrubs, and stethoscope. training with human dummy Future Skills scholarships

The 2024 Future Skills Scholarship is part of our ongoing commitment to foster skills, knowledge and capability in areas of national priority and set our students up for future success.

Courses offered at UOW Bega Valley

UOW Bega Valley provides students with a supportive, student-centred environment, face-to-face teaching, and interactive digital access to UOW lectures. The campus is also a support hub for students studying online with UOW, offering academic and practical support during their studies. If you live in the region and are considering uni study, take a look at what your local campus has to offer.

APPLY TO UOW BEGA VALLEY

If you have any questions about studying at UOW, please contact us.

As well as our full degree programs, you can study the 1st year of the following degrees UOW Bega Valley

The 1st year of several other programs is also offered. Contact ask-bega@uow.edu.au to find out if you can start the degree you are interested in at this campus.

Tutorial classes are delivered online with flexible timetabling, with on-campus study facilities and support available through your local campus.

 This program is available for the below degrees: 

  • Bachelor of Arts - all campuses
  • Bachelor of Business - all campuses 
  • Bachelor of Business Administration - all campuses
  • Bachelor of Social Science - UOW Shoalhaven
  • Bachelor of Nursing - UOW Eurobodalla, UOW Bega Valley, and UOW Shoalhaven 

 

The University Entrance Program (UEP) is a fee-free program^ that - on successful completion - offers guaranteed entry* into the first year of a range of UOW bachelor degrees.

This program is offered to Domestic students only.

For further information, visit the UOW College course page.

 ^There are limited fully funded Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available for this course. Where a CSP is awarded, the UEP course will be fee-free. 

*Guarantee is subject to meeting UOW entry requirements.

Staying in Bega was an easy choice for Max

I decided to study for a Bachelor of Nursing as both my mum and sister work in healthcare. I chose UOW Bega Valley because of the location of the campus, the resources available and because I enjoy the lifestyle of living at home, especially with the cost of living being a fraction of the price of living out of home. By studying at UOW Bega Valley, I get the help I need to complete my degree, plus support to help combat any stress I may feel. Max Bachelor of Nursing student, UOW Bega Valley

Student testimonials

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Bachelor of Nursing

Merrilie Insch

Master of Teaching

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Bachelor of Nursing

Student in the sunshine Jessica Clarke

Bachelor of Business

Local Healthcare Traineeships

UOW Bega Valley, UOW College and local Aged Care facilities are working together to offer paid traineeships aimed at meeting the needs of the region. On successful completion, students receive a nationally recognised Certificate IV and have the opportunity to progress to the Bachelor of Nursing, which is also offered at UOW Bega Valley.

Learn about Healthcare traineeships ENQUIRE ABOUT START DATES

How Loureene and Harry decided on nursing careers and the impact on their lives

UOW graduate Loureene Kelly delivers a speech at the graduation at Bega Campus. Photo: Paul JonesLoureene Kelly UOW Bega Valley

Loureene Kelly on her ‘life-changing’ path to university. Read how a graduate nurse achieved her dreams.

Harry Clout has blond hair and a blond beard and is accepting his degree at graduation. He is wearing a blue gown and hat a and shaking hands with a man in a black gown and hat.Harry Clout UOW Eurobodalla & Wollongong

See how Harry Clout’s UOW nursing degree has taken him around the country, and what's it like to be a man in nursing.

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Djiringanji Country has always been a place of immense significance for Indigenous peoples, a place of education and ceremony. See how UOW Bega Valley, local Elders and the community are sharing knowledge and information that will create a culturally safe place for students and staff.

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At UOW Bega Valley we're always happy to help. Call or email with your questions or book a time to come on campus to talk in person and take a tour. Our campus is located at 176 Auckland Street, Bega.

(02) 6494 7035 bega@uow.edu.au
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