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University Entrance Program (Stream 1)

Gain the skills to succeed at university and secure guaranteed* entry into UOW. 

To enquire about this course, please call the Future Students team on +61 2 4239 2330 or submit an online enquiry form.

To apply for this course, please visit the UOW College Application page.

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Australia: 1300 367 869. International: +61 2 4221 3218

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  • UOW College Autumn 2026
  • UOW College Spring 2026
  • UOW College Summer 2026
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UOWCA: 3192
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Overview

The University Entrance Program (UEP) is a pre-university program designed to help you build the skills, confidence, and academic readiness to succeed at the University of Wollongong (UOW). 

The University Entrance Program provides a guaranteed* pathway into the first year of a range of UOW degrees for students who do not meet direct entry requirements.  

UEP is ideal for students who want to strengthen their academic skills before starting a bachelor’s degree, as well as those who may not yet meet direct entry requirements and are seeking a pathway into university study. 

Through the program, you will develop essential academic and tertiary skills, including communication, critical thinking, and presentation skills, helping you transition confidently into your UOW degree. 

UEP is delivered face-to-face at the UOW Wollongong campus, and at the Liverpool campus (Stream 1). Students in regional areas can study online (Stream 1), with progression opportunities to UOW campuses including Bega Valley, Eurobodalla and Shoalhaven.* 

The program runs for one session (14 weeks) and is delivered by UOW College Australia. See the course outline for more information. 

UOW College offers three intakes each year, giving you the flexibility to start your studies at different times throughout the year. 

*The guarantee is subject to meeting UOW entry requirements as described in the course outline. 

This course is accredited by the University of Wollongong (TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12062; CRICOS: 00102E) and delivered by UOW College Australia (TEQSA Provider ID: 12027; CRICOS: 02723D; RTO: 91159). UOW College Australia is a registered business name of UOWC Ltd (ABN: 14 105 312 329).  

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Pathways

Upon successful completion of this course, you will gain entry into the following UOW courses:

Stream 1:

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Criminology - entry to first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Education - The Early Years - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Primary Education - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Psychological Science - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (English) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Health and Physical Education) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Modern History) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Stream 2:

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Biology) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Chemistry) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Earth and Environmental Science) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Physics) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Stream 3:

Bachelor of Mathematics (all specialisations) - entry into first year, first session (1 subject, 6 credit points)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Mathematics) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Science - EIS (all specialisations) - entry into first year, first session (1 subject, 6 credit points)

Admissions information

The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy. For additional information, see UOW College Admission Information.

  • Recent Secondary Education

    Minimum ATAR 30; or completed a Certificate III level qualification; or

    Applicants will be required to complete a basic Literacy Test to be assessed for entry.

  • Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

    You may be considered for admission to this course if you have completed a vocational education and training (VET) qualification, such as a Certificate IV. You will need to provide evidence of your qualification, which will then be converted to a selection rank and assessed to determine if you meet the minimum entry requirements.

  • Work and life experience

    If you have not completed a recognised qualification or your ATAR (or equivalent) does not meet the entry requirements for your selected course, UOW College may consider your relevant work and life experience. Applications for entry into a course on these grounds are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

    UOW College encourages course applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and may offer additional support through the Aunty Linda Cruse Scholarship.

    While studying at UOW College, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students will also have access to support and resources through the Woolyungah Indigenous Centre.

  • Workload

    As a guide, the workload for your course is determined by the number of subjects you take each session. Four subjects in a standard session is considered to be a full-time load and generally equivalent to working full-time e.g. 35-45 hours a week (including preparation, revision and assessment tasks undertaken in your own time, in addition to the scheduled classes you must attend).

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    If you have undertaken previous studies at UOW College or another Higher Education provider, you may be eligible to receive credit (towards your course) for your prior learning. Credit for prior learning requires an assessment of your past learning for equivalency with subjects delivered in your chosen course. For more information on applying for credit for prior learning see the Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy and related Procedures and the Credit Transfer Arrangements webpage.

More detail

UOW College fees, payment options, scholarships and loans (as applicable) are outlined on the Domestic student fees & payment options page and International student fees & scholarships page.

    Key dates for UOW College courses are available on the UOW College website

    • Autumn, 2026 at Wollongong, Liverpool and Online
    • Spring, 2026 at Wollongong, Liverpool and Online
    • Summer, 2026 at Wollongong, Liverpool and Online
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