Overview

The Foundation Studies offered by University of Wollongong can get you guaranteed entry into the first year of a range of degrees at the University of Wollongong (UOW).

Key facts

You'll develop essential study skills and habits such as time management, essay writing, group work, and presentation skills. Additionally, you'll become familiar with the academic standards and expectations of university life.

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

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Programme Structure

Curriculum:

English for Academic study

Launch

Language for Learning

Scientific Thinking

Mathematics for the Humanities

Our Place in Space and Time

Business and Consumer Studies

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 7 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-22 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-10-19 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wollongong, Australia

Disciplines

General Studies View 38 other preparation in General Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 007732G

Stream 1 - Minimum ATAR 40 (or equivalent).

Stream 2 and Stream 4 - Minimum ATAR 40 (or equivalent), plus minimum 60% for Year 12 HSC Mathematics Standard 2.

Stream 3 - Minimum ATAR 40 (or equivalent), plus minimum 80% for Year 12 Mathematics Standard 2

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24000 AUD / full

≈ 24000 AUD / full

Living costs

Wollongong

Australia

1600 - 2200 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Key facts

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Wollongong

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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