WHAT S NEXT CONNECT: INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE GUIDE 2013/14

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1 WHAT S NEXT CONNECT: INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE GUIDE 2013/14 INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE GUIDE I

2 FIND A WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG.

3 CONTENTS 2 Rankings and Ratings 3 Connect: With Us 4 CONNECT: STUDENT LIFE 6 Preparing Global Graduates 8 CONNECT: WOLLONGONG 10 Location and Transport 11 Cost of Living 12 UOW Living 14 Our Campuses 21 Research 25 Coursework 26 Faculty of Business 39 Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences 55 Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health 66 Faculty of Social Sciences 75 Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts 79 CONNECT: THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 80 Glossary 81 English Language Requirements 83 Fees and Scholarships 84 How to Apply 85 Important Dates INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE GUIDE 1

4 RANKINGS AND RATINGS At UOW, we re always proud of the work we are doing. It s nice when others acknowledge our achievements. GLOBALLY RANKED AS ONE OF AUSTRALIA S BEST MODERN UNIVERSITIES The Times Higher Education (THE) TOP 100 under 50 listed UOW as 33 rd in the world for universities under 50 years old and at equal top spot in Australia (with Macquarie University). UOW was also ranked 30 th in the world in the 2012 QS Top 50 Under 50 years old. UOW became an independent university in TOP 2% OF WORLD UNIVERSITIES UOW was placed in the top 2% of universities in the world by its performance in the: Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2012/2013 QS World University Rankings 2012/2013 Academic Ranking of World Universities 2012 GLOBALLY RATED A FIVE-STAR UNIVERSITY UOW was rated best in Australia for Graduate Outcomes and Educational Experience in the 2013 Good Universities Guide. UOW was the only university in Australia to score the maximum 30 stars in these two categories. THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE Teaching quality Generic skills Overall satisfaction GRADUATE OUTCOMES Graduate starting salary Getting a full-time job Positive graduate outcomes *2012 Good Universities Guide (Universities & Private Colleges) 2 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG

5 CONNECT: WITH US At the University of Wollongong (UOW) we believe in the power of connections. We know greatness happens when you connect great minds. When you connect people. Connect cultures. Connect disciplines. Connect to the world. At UOW we want you to succeed. We are committed to providing you with all the connections you need to achieve the future you want; whether that s an accredited qualification, employment experience, global perspectives or exposure to world-class research. We believe in cross faculty and interdisciplinary learning and research that equips students with broad-minded thinking, adaptable and applicable skills and hands-on experience that will empower you to be world class in your chosen career. Research at UOW is internationally regarded, with competitive research funding and cutting-edge facilities. Our research consistently places us in the top 2% of universities worldwide. With connections to over 200 universities in 35 countries, UOW is truly an international university. We have students from over 70 nationalities, and have nurtured a welcoming multi-ethnic community that helps students from all backgrounds settle into the Australian lifestyle and strengthen their university experience. This Guide provides you with an outline of what s available at UOW, but it s designed as a starting point. I encourage you to investigate further what we have to offer by talking to our staff, our students or one of our 108,000 alumni. Ask them why UOW would be right for you. PROFESSOR JOE F CHICHARO Deputy Vice-Chancellor (International) INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE GUIDE 3

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8 PREPARING GLOBAL GRADUATES uow.edu.au/careers UOW CAREERS CENTRAL UOW career counsellors are available to help you build up your job-seeking skills and graduate confident, skilled, and ready to start your career. INTERNSHIPS Careers Central offers a number of competitive internship programs for placements WORK READY WORKSHOPS Get training in job search skills before joining the Jobs On Campus talent pool, with access to casual employment opportunities at UOW MENTORING Academic and professional mentoring programs including LUCY leadership mentoring for female students JOB SKILLS TRAINING Workshops on interview techniques, job search skills and professional resumé reviews TEAM CHALLENGES Workplace learning programs where teams of students cooperate to address real briefs from local businesses GLOBAL WORKPLACE PRACTICE (GWP100) GWP100 is an intensive 11-week program that will give you professional job search skills and career management strategies to succeed in Australian and international workplaces. GWP100 is a free extracurricular program available to all international students. You ll have the chance to: Understand the culture of Australian and international employers and workmates and how best to work with them Understand the Australian job search process and how best to look for and potentially obtain a job in Australia Seek work experience placements with employers in Sydney, the Illawarra region and other possible locations Develop the English language skills necessary for Australian and international workplaces WORK WHILE YOU STUDY An international student visa allows you to work 40 hours per fortnight during university session and full-time during session breaks. You can register for work and receive alerts through UOW s My JobBoard and popular job-seeking websites include CAREERS IN AUSTRALIA There are many opportunities for graduates to start careers in Australia. If you re interested in working in Australia, you might like to read about the job market and the opportunities in it at the Graduate Careers Australia website, com.au/research/exploreourresearch 6 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG

9 Gautham Sukumaran, India Master of Engineering Practice (Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering), 2010 Mechanical Engineer, Gujarat NRE Wonga, Wollongong Gujarat NRE Wonga is an underground coal mine. My role involves reactive and proactive maintenance, along with project management. UOW is a great university with fantastic graduate outcomes. My hands were always full in my uni days. I completed the Certificate of Global Workplace Practice (CGWP), secured a summer internship for 3 months with Sydney Water, was a team leader in the Univative program and I also worked on an Engineering project called the Chemical Dosing Project. I was also a student mentor in the Faculty of Engineering. Numan Ali, Pakistan Master of Engineering Practice (Mining Engineering), 2009 Geologist, BHP Billiton (Iron Ore), Perth After completing a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology in Pakistan, my quest was to pursue a Masters degree. After I completed my course at Wollongong, securing a job was the next step, which proved to be an easy process with the valuable guidance of my faculty and Careers Central at UOW. I received help developing my resume and responding to the application requirements for jobs. This all helped me secure my first job at BHP Billiton Iron Ore. UOW has always been renowned in their graduate employability ratings, which was evident when I met some UOW graduates in my organisation. The value and quality of UOW are recognised globally across the industries. I am deeply satisfied with my overall experience at UOW. Vikas Polugari, India Master of Professional Engineering, 2011 Site Maintenance Engineer, Crown Castle Australia Crown Castle Australia is a well-known telecommunications company known for maintaining and building telecommunications infrastructure. Prior to joining Crown Castle, I worked as a graduate surveillance engineer at Huawei Technologies Australia. I am so thankful that I chose UOW. During my course, apart from my major telecommunications subjects I was also taught about how to face interviews, expectations of an interviewer and how to answer the questions in an interview. This helped me to enhance my technical and interview skills to a high measure. As a part of the course I was offered an internship at NSW Government Radio Networks, by UOW, which was starting and a major breakthrough in my career. It helped me to get my first job as a surveillance engineer. INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE GUIDE 7

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12 LOCATION AND TRANSPORT Wollongong is close to Sydney by road or train. Once you re here, getting around the city is safe, easy and cheap. Sydney F6 Southern Freeway 7 Northfields Ave Botanical Gardens Key Free City Loop Shuttle Bus F6 Southern Free way UOW Living 1 Campus East 2 Gundi 3 Keiraview 4 Marketview 5 Weerona 6 International House 7 Kooloobong Campus Madoline St Irvine St Old Mount Ousley Rd Mount Ousley Rd University Ave Hindmarsh Ave Foley St Porter St Gwynneville Wiseman Park Princes Hwy Wollongong Hospital Fairy Meadow Beaton Park 5 Throsby Dr Princes Hwy Memorial Drive 6 Princes Hwy Smith St Wollongong Station Fairy Meadow Station ive KATOOMBA 0 60km Montague St Keira St Cowper St Bourke St Innovation Campus Bourke St Church St Elliotts Rd George Hanley Dr Kembla St CAMPBELLTOWN Gipps St Market St Crown St Burelli St Squires Way North Wollongong Nth Wollongong Station Crown St Mall l 3 Science Centre Marr St Corrimal St Cliff Rd d UOW Novotel Northbeach HURSTVILLE Wollongong Marine Dr SYDNEY AIRPORT WOLLONGONG Fairy Meadow Beach North Wollongong Beach Wollongong Harbour Wollongong City Beach SYDNEY PACIFIC OCEAN TRANSPORT BUS Wollongong is well connected with city buses going to all its suburbs. A free city loop shuttle runs all day and into the night, linking UOW with the town s hotspots. BICYCLE UOW is introducing lots of new bike racks for secure and convenient bike parking. There are lots of second-hand bikes up for sale or adoption. TRAIN North Wollongong station is a 15-minute walk away or, for the time-pressed, take the free shuttle bus from station to campus. CAR UOW runs a carpooling program, so get two or more friends in your car with you and you get free on-campus parking. 10 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG

13 COST OF LIVING Wollongong enjoys a very reasonable cost of living, which means you can focus your efforts on your study, not your finances. The cost of living in Wollongong is significantly lower than in many other cities in Australia. Here we ve compared weekly rental affordability across several cities based on government data. Costs based on a three-bedroom house: Sydney $500* Brisbane $380 Melbourne $350 Newcastle $300 Wollongong $295 The table below gives examples of our students monthly rent and personal expenses showing a range of different living arrangements. Average Cost of Living in Wollongong per Month 2012 ACCOMMODATION TYPE 2 bedroom apartment (own room). Central Wollongong & UOW area 4 bedroom shared house (own room). Central Wollongong & UOW area 4 bedroom shared house-share room with other. Central Wollongong & UOW area Homestay. Outside of Central Wollongong & UOW region Uni accommodation (Campus East) including approx. 19 meals per week Rent Food prepared at home and other groceries Food & drinks bought at uni Entertainment Local travel 4 x Train tickets to Sydney Bills, e.g. electricity Text books Personal ISP / cell phone Personal purchases e.g. clothing Total living cost/month $A $1, $1, $948 1, $1,575 1, $1,575 Average cost of living per month $1,312 Source: *Dept of Housing Rent and Sales Report (June 2012); Department of Human Services Rental Report VIC (June 2012) Queensland Housing Market Report (Dec 2011) INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE GUIDE 11

14 UOW LIVING At UOW Living you will benefit from a multicultural environment of high academic achievement, involvement and personal development. You have the choice of catered, flexi-catered or self-catered styles, all in community-based environments. MEAL OPTIONS Fully catered: Fully catered residences provide 19 meals a week through the residence dining room as part of your weekly fees. Flexi-catered: These residences offer meals through their dining rooms, but you only pay for what you eat. 19 meals a week will cost approximately $75. Self-catered: With full kitchen facilities, you prepare your own meals at your convenience. These residences do not have dining halls. HOMESTAY For those who prefer a family-oriented lifestyle, Homestays (living with a local family in a private home) are available. Contact UOW for details. PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION UOW s Accommodation Services provides comprehensive information about private and shared accommodation on its website at uow.edu.au/about/accommodation/ other_accomm/private This website also contains information on temporary accommodation you can use while looking for a permanent place to live. APPLYING FOR UOW ACCOMMODATION Applications for university residences are made online at apply-accom.uow.edu.au In order to secure a place in the residences, applications should be made as early as possible. A free airport pick-up service from Sydney International Airport (60 minutes away) is provided for all commencing students. Rental figures above do not include compulsory fees of approximately $20 $25 per week. For a full schedule of fees see uow.edu.au/about/accommodation/fees WEERONA Weerona College is located next door to Beaton Park, a large sporting complex with an indoor pool, gymnasium, tennis courts and running track. INTERNATIONAL HOUSE International House is an affiliate of the 16 International Houses Worldwide. It proudly boasts a community representing over 30 nations. CAMPUS EAST A fi ve-minute walk to the beach and a 10-minute drive from the main UOW campus, Campus East is located in the beachside suburb of Fairy Meadow. The Residence setting is spread across large grounds including a number of playing fi elds. Fully catered (19 meals a week) 204 Residents 35 twin share rooms and 134 single rooms From $255 per week 100m to bus stop (FREE shuttle) 1km to train station Fully catered (19 meals a week) 218 Residents 14 twin share rooms and 190 single rooms From $255 per week 200m to bus stop (FREE shuttle) 200m to train station Flexi-catered units and self-catered units 218 Residents Shared units range from two to fi ve bedrooms with shared bathrooms From $186 (Self-catered). From $242 (flexi-catered) 300m to bus stop (FREE shuttle) 400m to train station 12 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG

15 KEIRAVIEW Keiraview is located on the fringe of downtown Wollongong and is walking distance to shops, the beach and some of the best cafes and restaurants in Wollongong. KOOLOOBONG VILLAGE Located right on-campus at UOW Wollongong, living at Kooloobong Village means being minutes from classes and all of UOW s leisure facilities. MARKETVIEW Marketview is in the heart of Wollongong, next to the city s largest shopping mall and dozens of restaurants and cafes. You ll also be a short walk from Wollongong s cultural hotspots, including the Wollongong City Art Gallery and the performing arts theatre. Self-catered rooms 46 Residents Single rooms with private ensuite and TV From $223 per week 150m to bus stop (FREE shuttle) 800m to train station Self-catered units 553 Residents Mix of single rooms and units with 5 or 4 bedrooms and shared bathrooms From $170 per week Located on UOW campus (100m to FREE shuttle) 1.2km to train station Self-catered rooms 144 Residents Single rooms with private ensuite and flat screen TV From $228 per week 150m to bus stop (FREE shuttle) 900m to train station GUNDI Located close to Wollongong s beautiful North Beach, Gundi is a small, quiet community of postgraduate students. THE MANOR The Manor brings together a small number of research students into a focused study environment. GRADUATE HOUSE Conveniently located on-campus, Graduate House offers a mix of apartment types suitable for families as well as single students. This residence is for postgraduate students only. Self-catered rooms 34 Residents Single rooms From $173 per week 150m to bus stop (FREE shuttle) 1.5km to train station Self-catered rooms 9 Residents Single rooms From $207 per week 200m to bus stop (FREE shuttle) 200m to train station Self-catered rooms 78 Units Single rooms to 3-bedroom units From $195 per week Located on UOW campus (100m to FREE shuttle) 1.2km to train station INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE GUIDE 13

16 OUR CAMPUSES UOW WOLLONGONG Our Wollongong campus combines modern teaching research and study spaces on 83 hectares of landscaped Australian bushland. The main campus houses the full range of support services offered by UOW, including academic support, accommodation, sports, culture and entertainment everything you need to completely experience campus life. 17 FOOD OUTLETS ON CAMPUS 53 KILOGRAMS OF COFFEE BEANS SOLD ON CAMPUS EVERY SINGLE DAY TRAVEL AGENT MEDICAL CENTRE POST OFFICE 14 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG

17 SEE UOW CAMPUS FOR YOURSELF If you re in Australia you can book a free tour of UOW Wollongong to see our world-class campus for yourself. Our tours are run by current UOW students who can answer all your questions about study and student life at UOW. Bookings for campus tours can be made at future/events 301 CLASSROOMS 29,000 STUDENTS A PLACE FOR YOU INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE GUIDE 15

18 ACADEMIC SUPPORT Our size means that we are a truly student-centred campus with individual attention, available staff, dedicated research supervisors and a personal approach. From the day you become a UOW student, you can expect guidance and support. STUDENT CENTRAL uow.edu.au/student/ourservices A one-stop-shop for all assistance for enrolled students. LIBRARY Our award-winning library and dedicated library staff are here to support you during your study at UOW. STUDENT COMPUTER RESOURCE CENTRE uow.edu.au/its/studentlabs Information Technology Services (ITS) provides training, userguides and student computer resources, including nine central student computer laboratories equipped with 500 desktop computers, as well as teaching laboratories and two Computer Science laboratories. LEARNING DEVELOPMENT CENTRE uow.edu.au/student/services/ld/students This free service is for students who wish to improve their academic and English language skills by accessing workshops, individual consultations or self-directed resources. ACADEMIC ADVISERS AND POSTGRADUATE COORDINATORS Each Faculty has advisers and coordinators to assist you with questions about your subject or course. You can also consult you tutor, lecturer, or the course coordinator. RESEARCH SUPERVISORS Academic staff who are responsible for providing support and mentoring to students. STATISTICAL CONSULTING SERVICE This free service provides advice on investigation planning, data analysis and appropriate methods of presenting results and conclusions. PROFESSIONAL TRAINING FOR PHD STUDENTS These programs include a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education and the Introduction to Tertiary Teaching program. PhD students can enrol in these programs concurrently with their research degree. RESEARCH STUDENT CENTRE Manages postgraduate research enrolments, scholarships and funding, as well as orientation, workshops and information sessions for research students. 16 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG

19 SERVICES UOW SECURITY SERVICE The Security Service helps provide a safe and secure campus environment with trained and licensed security officers providing emergency response, first aid, after-dark escorts and patrols, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. THE SAFEZONE All students can download SafeZone, the free smartphone app that makes it easy to call for assistance from UOW Security Services with the press of a single button. HEALTH AND MEDICAL A range of health services are located on campus, including a doctor, optometrist and dentist. RELIGIOUS SERVICES There are a range of religious services on and off campus, including a Muslim prayer space, the Omar Mosque within walking distance of the University and the Nan Tien Buddhist Temple only 15 minutes from campus. In addition, the nearby town of Helensburgh is home to the Sri Venkateswara Hindu Temple. Student-based religious clubs include the Buddhist Society; Catholic Club; Chinese Christian Fellowship; Evangelical Christian Union; Indonesian Christian Fellowship; and the Muslim Students Association. WOLLONGONG UNIVERSITY POSTGRADUATE ASSOCIATION (WUPA) Offers facilities and services such as the Postgraduate Resource Centre, which contains study facilities for postgraduate students. It also provides an advocacy and outreach service to assist you during your studies, plus a range of social activities and events. STUDENT SUPPORT ADVISERS Provide support and referral services to UOW students. They also provide programs supporting student equity and diversity both within faculties and across campus. They assist students with a range of issues such as orientation to the local area, study difficulties, academic concerns, budgeting, homesickness, legal issues and accidents, student visas, health and personal problems, family emergencies and children s education. The service is free and confidential. DEAN OF STUDENTS Oversees the welfare of all students and advocates on their behalf including problems with admission, enrolment, assessment, progression and transferring courses. CHILDCARE SERVICES On-campus childcare services for children aged 0 6 years, as well as before school and afternoon care for school-aged children. Applications for childcare placement must be made prior to your arrival in Wollongong. INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE GUIDE 17

20 WOLLONGONG INNOVATION CAMPUS The Wollongong Innovation Campus (ic) is a research, business and technology facility that secures Wollongong s future as a site for world-class collaborations. It was named the best new business and industrial park in Australia at the Property Council of Australia Innovation and Excellence Awards The campus is located in North Wollongong, only five minutes from both the UOW main campus and the main city area, and is serviced by free public transport. Two of UOW s key research centres in the fields of advanced polymers and superconductors are located in custom-built facilities on the ic. Their capabilities are extended by the Australian Institute for Innovative Materials (AIIM) Processing and Devices facility, which will be dedicated to prototyping and commercialisation of our researchers developments. UOW s Sydney Business School delivers its Wollongong courses from a custom facility at ic. SBS SYDNEY CAMPUS uow.edu.au/sbs/aboutus/uow The Sydney Business School (SBS) Sydney Campus offers state-of-the-art facilities in a unique learning environment, located in the heart of Sydney s central business district, overlooking Sydney Harbour. SBS delivers all of its postgraduate degrees in Sydney, as well as at ic in Wollongong, giving students the choice of study location. The Sydney campus provides tailored learning and teaching facilities, together with full administrative support and online links to the main campus, including all electronic catalogues and databases from the main library. UOW DUBAI The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is one of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) oldest and most prestigious universities, with a proud Australian heritage. UOWD is located in Knowledge Village, an educational precinct a short distance from the heart of Dubai city. At UOWD, you will receive a Western education and benefit from the considerable resources and trusted name of the University of Wollongong. Today, as an independent UAE institution of higher education, UOWD attracts students from around the world. Approximately 3,300 students, comprising more than 92 nationalities, enjoy the quality academic experience that is UOWD. 18 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG

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23 RESEARCH Research students at UOW have direct access to academics who play a pivotal role in the latest research developments, and you will be able to play an active and exciting part in research projects of international importance. In most cases, you will be allocated two supervisors to ensure maximum support for your research project. UOW continues to develop its reputation in key niche areas of research including intelligent polymers and superconductors; biomolecular, physical and chemical sciences; intelligence and security; innovative engineering; medical and clinical research; smart foods; public health; preventative health and health services; medical radiation physics; Asia Pacific social transformation studies; and environmental conservation. For those interested in an academic or research career, our research programs will ensure you achieve an advanced level of practice. For more information about research programs, see uow.edu.au/future/international/research TYPES OF RESEARCH DEGREES DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (3 YEARS) The UOW Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a three-year researchonly program. Candidates work must make an original contribution to the body of knowledge in a specific discipline. Students are required to demonstrate their capability for independent research leading to the production of a written thesis of their research findings. PROFESSIONAL DOCTORATES (3 4 YEARS) These prepare professional leaders with research experience in their chosen area of study. Students usually undertake a thesis and approved study that may include specified coursework and/ or practical work and/or performance. UOW offers Professional Doctorates in the areas of Business Administration, Public Health, Education, Psychology and Creative Arts. MASTERS BY RESEARCH (1 1.5 YEARS) The standard duration of the Masters by Research is 1.5 years, comprising two-thirds research (48 credit points) and one-third coursework (24 credit points). Advanced standing for some or the entire coursework component may be granted to those who have completed a substantial piece of written research, for example in a Bachelor (Honours) or Masters by Coursework degree. If advanced standing is granted for the full coursework component, the duration of the Masters by Research is one year. Note: Masters by research degrees are progressively being retitled as Master of Philosophy degrees in 2013 Entry Requirements for PhD, Professional doctorates and Masters by Research Admission to a research degree normally requires the completion of a recognised four-year Bachelor (Honours) degree awarded at Class II, Division 2 or higher in a discipline relevant to the intended area of research. Completion of a Masters by Coursework degree containing substantial research or research methodology may also be considered. Some research courses have additional entry requirements. These are included in the course descriptions in this course guide. Applicants to a PhD may in some cases be required to commence their enrolment in the relevant Masters by Research course and then apply to transfer to the PhD if they achieve a suitable standard. For information on English language requirements please refer to uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/english DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY INTEGRATED (4 YEARS) The Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) is a four-year research degree which integrates a traditional three-year PhD thesis with one year of coursework subjects. The coursework allows candidates to improve their research skills while allowing additional time to develop a detailed research topic. Entry requirements for PhD (Integrated) Applicants should have a minimum of four years of study at degree level, either a four-year Bachelor degree, or a Bachelor degree plus Masters by Coursework, with a minimum Credit average (65% or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0), or equivalent. Applicants for the PhD Integrated do not need to submit a detailed research proposal or referees reports. They should, however, provide a brief Supporting Statement of approximately 200 words outlining the broad area of intended future research and reason for wishing to enrol in a research program. For information on English language requirements please refer to uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/english INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE GUIDE 21

24 HOW TO APPLY FOR A RESEARCH PROGRAM 1. FIND A SUPERVISOR AND AN ACADEMIC UNIT Your first step is to determine your preferred field of study and find the faculty or academic unit that will best meet your requirements. The University s research strengths are listed below. You are encouraged to visit the staff web pages of each faculty to identify a potential supervisor who matches your area of research interest. 2. FIND A RESEARCH TOPIC You must contact a potential supervisor of postgraduate studies or Faculty Head to discuss the broad plan for your research project prior to applying for admission. A list of Heads of Postgraduate Studies can be found at uow.edu.au/research/ rsc/prospective You will need to develop and submit a clear research proposal with your application. This proposal must summarise the topic/field of research you would like to pursue, including your proposed methodology and motivations for wanting to undertake this research. For a guide on writing your research proposal, see uow.edu.au/ future/international/apply/how 3. APPLY FOR ADMISSION You can apply through an authorised UOW representative in your home country or directly to the university at apply.uow.edu.au All UOW research applications are online only. The online application provides full details of the documents you must provide together with transcripts of all your academic qualifications: a one-page research proposal as detailed above a curriculum vitae which includes details of your previous research experience and academic prizes/awards, employment history, and a list of relevant written work and publications two referees reports. VISITING RESEARCH PRACTICUM PROGRAM The Visiting Research Practicum Program is designed for students from overseas universities who wish to come to UOW to obtain unpaid research experience or professional/industrial practice with a UOW research team. This professional practicum is for a limited period (usually between three and six months) and may be a formal requirement for the award of a degree at the student s home university. A limited number of Visiting Research Practicum Scholarships are available each year to cover the supervision fee. Application forms and further information are available at uow.edu.au/future/studyabroad/research RESEARCH AT UOW For details of all UOW s research, go to uow.edu.au/research The University s research strengths and themes can be accessed at uow.edu.au/research/strengths Research conducted across all faculties and schools can be accessed by links to the relevant faculty from uow.edu.au/about/faculties Engineering and Information Sciences SMART Infrastructure Facility ARC Centre of Excellence in Geotechnical Science and Engineering BlueScope Steel Metallurgy Centre Centre for Medical Radiation Physics Centre for Statistical & Survey Methodology Defence Materials Technology Centre Energy Pipelines CRC Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Materials Institute Information & Communication Technology Research Institute Institute for Mathematics and its Applications Sustainable Buildings Research Centre Energy Futures Network Centre for Geomechanics and Railway Engineering Smart Services CRC CRC for Rail Innovation Automotive CRC 22 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG