University of Wollongong is situated in the coastal city of Wollongong, approximately one hour's train ride from Sydney. More than 30,000 students study here, of which more than 12,000 are international. The university ranks among the top 300 universities in the world. These faculties are represented at the university: Business, Engineering & Information Sciences, Law, Humanities & the Arts, Science, Medicine & Health, and Social Sciences.
Language of instruction: English Academic calendar: July-November, February-July Credit system: 24 units is equivalent to 30 ECTS credits Website:uow.edu.au Youtube: uownow Note: Bachelor programme within Engineeriing is four year long. It is advised to choose courses on "higher undergraduate level", ie 3-400 level courses, if applying for exchange studies there in year 4. Courses within Business are open to exchange students, must fulfill prerequisites on higher study level. An additional insurance, if staying in the country more than two weeks after the exchange studies have been finalized, is required.
Exchange opportunities
Number of spots: two semester spots Grade requirements: No. A minimum of one VG in one of the courses in English at the upper secondary school. If the leaving certificate is older than five years, a certificate from international coordinator is required to submit to the application material to the university.
Increased costs for student visas for Australia
On 1 July 2024, the Australian Department of Home Affairs announced an increased cost for student visas for Australia. The student visa fee is now AUD 1600.00 (~EUR 1000). Australian universities are working together to highlight the impact on exchange students who plan to study in Australia.
