UOW AT A GLANCE UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

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1 UOW AT A GLANCE UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

2 UOW s quality graduates UOW takes curious minds and develops qualities that will set them apart in the workplace, in further studies, and in life. UOW is strongly independent and self-reliant. After studying with us, you will be too. UOW Graduates are: Informed Independent learners Problem solvers Effective Communicators Responsible These qualities aren t an abstract mission statement they are integral to how we teach and develop courses, and are highly visible to employers. Career Success The University of Wollongong has held its position as one of the top two percent of universities in the world by its performance in three prestigious international rankings: QS World University Rankings 2010 Academic Ranking of World Universities 2010 Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2010 These rankings provide a comprehensive assessment of universities across a range of criteria, and this success mirrors the high demand for UOW graduates in the workplace marks the eleventh year in a row that UOW has scored five stars in the categories of Getting a Job and Positive Graduate Outcomes. This shows UOW is a where students not only get a five-star education, but a five-star chance of getting a job with a top salary at the end of their degree. HHHHH Getting a Job HHHHH Positive Graduate Outcomes HHHHH Staff Qualifications HHHHH Research Intensity HHHHH Graduate Satisfaction HHHHH Generic Skills HHHHH Staff to Student Ratio 2011 Good Universities Guide (Universities and Private Colleges) More Satisfied Students UOW was ranked number one in Australia for student satisfaction in the independent Sweeney Group s 2009 Uni Student Report. This study asked students about the opportunities for them to be involved in campus life, which we believe is an essential part of the uni experience. More to Do UOW boasts a modern, spacious campus built around landscaped gardens and water features. Campus life at UOW is never boring. You might spend time at the award-winning UniBar, watching international music acts with your friends, or wander through the beautiful Wollongong Botanic Gardens. You could browse the stalls of the regular markets, or unwind at any of UOW s sporting facilities, including: a fully equipped gymnasium; basketball, squash and tennis courts; sports fields; and a fifty-metre heated Olympic swimming pool. There s always something to do. The University runs campus tours Monday to Friday during NSW school holidays (excluding public holidays). Call or uniadvice@uow.edu.au to book. Wollongong s coastal location provides a unique environment in which to live and study. You ll have the opportunity to take advantage of the city s 17 patrolled beaches, its shops, hotels and clubs. With around 400,000 residents, the Wollongong region is large enough to offer the entertainment and conveniences of a city, yet small enough to retain the friendly, relaxed atmosphere of a coastal community. The UOW campus is less than five kilometres from the city centre and beaches and is situated at the base of Mt Keira. For students moving to Wollongong to study, UOW offers a range of student accommodation, located both on and off campus. For more information on accommodation options, please visit

3 Matthew Saliba Interactive Designer, Internetrix Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts and Graphic Design) Studying at UOW has helped me to achieve my goals by providing me with the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully progress into the design industry with comfort, initiative and creative flair. Studying at UOW has taught me to strive only for the best. The methods taught at UOW are now a natural process in my everyday approach to finding the best possible design solution for a client.

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5 a place for high-achievers A truly curious mind can turn a simple answer into a brilliant question. And all the best questions lead to more questions. There s always more to learn. If you can t get enough when it comes to learning, our advanced programs will fuel your curious mind and make you stand out in the job market and academic world. Advanced Degrees Advanced Degrees offer opportunities not normally available in undergraduate study. They include an integral Honours year and have a strong focus on research. They may offer the chance to undertake individual research projects, or work with teams undertaking high-level research or both. Students can enrol in more subjects than normal, effectively reducing the length of their degree, or giving them more time in later years to do their own research. Most Advanced degrees have an ATAR requirement of 93 (or equivalent), and students are required to maintain a certain level of performance throughout their studies. Those interested in an Advanced degree can UniAdvice to discuss the options available. uniadvice@uow.edu.au Engineering Scholar Program Similar to the Dean s Scholar program, the Bachelor of Engineering (Scholar) is for high-achieving students with good mathematics ability. It is available for all Bachelor of Engineering degrees offered by the Faculty of Engineering. Dean s Scholar Designed for high-achievers, Dean s Scholar programs are enhanced undergraduate degrees that offer students the chance to get more out of their studies. They offer a number of benefits including: Pairing with an academic mentor Special workshops and seminars Extended library privileges Designated study space Possibility of accelerating your degree $500 textbook allowance per year (pro rata for part-time) Academic mentors will be selected based on the student s interests and strengths. Discussing assessments, sharing ideas, investigating some exciting new development in research: Dean s Scholars find plenty to feed their curiosity. Students also attend special seminars and workshops, and hear from a variety of guest speakers. This exemplifies the intellectual atmosphere in a Dean s Scholar program. Every faculty at UOW has tailored their Dean s Scholar degrees for more information, follow the links at A Dean s Scholar degree is available with the same choice of major studies as the respective base program.

6 more for you UOW offers you more than just degrees. We re always developing new ways of doing things, and new programs to make life easier and your study more rewarding. Early Entry Early Entry rewards high achievements in key subjects with a place at UOW before you sit the HSC exams. The program is about getting passionate students with appropriate skills in the course that suits them. You ll be assessed based on your past academic record and other criteria such as an interview, workshop or test. All applications for Early Entry take place online. You can find detailed information on how it works at earlyentry.uow.edu.au Double Degrees A double degree from UOW lets you to earn two degrees simultaneously, in less time than it would take to complete them back-to-back. In a modern workforce characterised by collaboration, employers value graduates who can bring a combination of specialist skills and a broad perspective. UOW double degrees are available in combinations as diverse as you are, giving you the opportunity to pursue all your interests at the same time, no matter how different they might seem. Scholarships UOW scholarships and grants demonstrate our commitment to recognition, excellence, equity and diversity. The scholarship program at UOW rewards students for academic achievement, determination and leadership qualities. As well as cash awards, there are scholarships that offer work and community placements. Scholarships are complemented by the UOW grants scheme, which supports students experiencing social or financial disadvantage. For details see Bonus Points Some students are eligible for both these programs, which could mean up to six bonus points when they apply. Points to UOW Points to UOW awards up to three bonus points for performing well in relevant HSC subjects. It acknowledges that students who do well in appropriate subjects are often well prepared for university. There is no separate application for Points to UOW the calculations are automatic. Once you put in a preference for a UOW course through the UAC system, if you score in the appropriate band in a HSC course, the bonus points will be added to your UOW preference. For more information see Bonus Points We also offer bonus points to sudents attending a school local to UOW and in regional or remote NSW. Students attending an eligible school receive three bonus points. More information, including a full list of eligible schools, can be found at

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8 ATAR requirements Below are the ATAR requirements for undergraduate courses at UOW. Courses are listed by ATAR cut-off, highest to lowest. ADVANCED PROGRAMS Course name UAC code 2011 ATAR Cut-off Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences Advanced Honours N/A International Bachelor of Science Submission* Bachelor of Science Advanced Bachelor of Science Advanced - Physics Bachelor of Medical and Radiation Physics Advanced Bachelor of Medical Biotechnology Advanced Bachelor of Environmental Science Advanced Bachelor of Medicinal Chemistry Advanced Bachelor of Marine Science Advanced Bachelor of Nanotechnology Advanced Bachelor of Engineering (Scholar Program) Bachelor of Arts (Dean s Scholar) Interview* Bachelor of Commerce (Dean s Scholar) Wollongong Interview* Bachelor of Commerce (Dean s Scholar) other campuses Interview* Bachelor of Computer Science (Dean s Scholar) Submission* Bachelor of Information Technology (Dean s Scholar) Submission* Bachelor of Business Information Systems (Dean s Scholar) Submission* Bachelor of Mathematics and Finance (Dean s Scholar) Submission* Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dean s Scholar) Interview* Bachelor of Mathematics Advanced Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (Dean s Scholar) Submission* Bachelor of Mathematics Education (Dean s Scholar) Submission* Bachelor of Science Education (Dean s Scholar) Submission* Bachelor of Education The Early Years (Dean s Scholar) Submission* Bachelor of Primary Education (Dean s Scholar) Submission* Bachelor of Nursing Advanced

9 DOUBLE DEGREES Course name UAC code 2011 ATAR Cut-off Bachelor of Journalism/Bachelor of Laws Special Bachelor of Journalism/Bachelor of Arts Special Bachelor of Journalism/Bachelor of Commerce Special Bachelor of Journalism/Bachelor of Science Special Bachelor of Journalism/Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies Special Bachelor of Journalism/Bachelor of Engineering Special Bachelor of Journalism/Bachelor of International Studies Special Bachelor of Creative Arts/Bachelor of Laws Special Bachelor of Creative Arts/Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies Special Bachelor of Creative Arts/Bachelor of Arts Special Bachelor of Creative Arts/Bachelor of Commerce Special Bachelor of Creative Arts/Bachelor of Computer Science Special Bachelor of Creative Arts/Bachelor of Science Special Bachelor of Creative Arts/Bachelor of International Studies Special Bachelor of Journalism/Bachelor of Creative Arts Special Bachelor of Psychology/Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Mathematics/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of International Studies/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Business Information Systems/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Telecommunications)/Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of International Studies Bachelor of International Studies/Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies/Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies/Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies/Bachelor of Science Bachelor of International Studies/Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Telecommunications)/Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Computer Science Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Mathematics Bachelor of Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Telecommunications)/Bachelor of Mathematics Bachelor of Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Telecommunications)/Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronic)/Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) Bachelor of Mathematics/Bachelor of Computer Science Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Science (Physics)/Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science (Physics)/Bachelor of Mathematics Bachelor of Science (Psychology)/Bachelor of Commerce

10 UOW BACHELOR DEGREES Course name UAC code 2011 ATAR Cut-off ARTS Bachelor of Arts Wollongong Campus Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies (Journalism and Professional Writing) Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies (International Media and Communication) Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies (Marketing, Communication and Advertising) Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies (Digital Media and Communication) Bachelor of International Studies Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) Bachelor of Arts (Community, Culture and Environment) Shoalhaven Bachelor of Arts (Community, Culture and Environment) Batemans Bay Bachelor of Arts (Community, Culture and Environment) Bega Bachelor of Arts (Community, Culture and Environment) Moss Vale COMMERCE Bachelor of Economics and Finance NEW 82# Bachelor of Commerce Wollongong Bachelor of Commerce Southern Sydney Bachelor of Commerce Shoalhaven Bachelor of Commerce Batemans Bay Bachelor of Commerce Bega Bachelor of Commerce Moss Vale Bachelor of Commerce (Hospitality Management) Wollongong Bachelor of Commerce (Hospitality Management) Southern Sydney Bachelor of Commerce (Event Management) Wollongong Bachelor of Commerce (Event Management) Southern Sydney Bachelor of Commerce (Tourism Management) Wollongong Bachelor of Business NEW 70# Bachelor of Commerce (Event Management) Shoalhaven CREATIVE ARTS Bachelor of Creative Arts (Creative Writing) Special Bachelor of Creative Arts (Graphic Design) Special Bachelor of Creative Arts (Theatre) Special Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts) Special Bachelor of Digital Media Special Bachelor of Journalism Special Bachelor of Performance (Acting) Audition^ Bachelor of Performance (Performance Making) Audition^ Bachelor of Performance (Technical Theatre) Interview^ EDUCATION Bachelor of Primary Education Bachelor of Physical and Health Education Bachelor of Mathematics Education Bachelor of Science Education Bachelor of Education The Early Years ENGINEERING Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental) Bachelor of Engineering (Materials) Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic) Bachelor of Engineering (Flexible) Bachelor of Engineering (Computer) Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) Bachelor of Science (Materials) Bachelor of Science (Physics) Bachelor of Science (Nuclear Science and Technology)

11 Course name UAC code 2011 ATAR Cut-off HEALTH AND BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES Bachelor of Exercise Science and Rehabilitation Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics Bachelor of Psychology Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) Bachelor of Public Health Bachelor of Science (Psychology) Bachelor of Public Health Nutrition Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) Bachelor of Health Science in Indigenous Health Studies Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Nursing Bega Bachelor of Nursing Shoalhaven Bachelor of Nursing Southern Sydney INFORMATICS Bachelor of Medical Mathematics Bachelor of Mathematics and Finance Bachelor of Engineering (Computer) Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) Bachelor of Computer Science (Computer Science) Bachelor of Computer Science (Multimedia and Game Development) Bachelor of Computer Science (Digital Systems Security) Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Engineering) Bachelor of Computer Science (Enterprise Systems) Bachelor of Information Technology (ebusiness) Bachelor of Information Technology (Network Design and Management) Bachelor of Information Technology (Social Policy) Bachelor of Information Technology (Web Design and Development) Bachelor of Business Information Systems Bachelor of Mathematics LAW Bachelor of Laws (4-Year) Refer to Double Degrees for more Law options SCIENCE Bachelor of Medical Biotechnology Bachelor of Environmental Science Bachelor of Medicinal Chemistry Bachelor of Marine Science Bachelor of Nanotechnology Bachelor of Medical and Radiation Physics Bachelor of Science (Environment, Land and Heritage Management, Medical Biotechnology, Medicinal Chemistry, Nanotechnology) Bachelor of Science (Biological Science, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Geosciences) New Application Process. Students wishing to enter Creative Arts or Journalism degree programs are assessed by ATAR, although outstanding results in relevant subjects will be taken into account. Therefore no specific ATAR requirement is published. * Entry is based upon appropriate ATAR, and may require a written submission, portfolio or interview/audition. Please note: Dean s Scholar programs can only be taken as a single degree. Students wishing to enter these degree programs must attend an interview and submit a portfolio. Please contact the Faculty for an application. # New course; approximate ATAR only. Subject to approval. ^ Subject to approval

12 meet us Come to our events to hear about our courses and student life, and have your questions answered by UOW staff and students. For more information and registrations, see future/events University of Wollongong Open Night UOW Wollongong Campus Wednesday 8 June Year 12 Student and Parent Information Evenings UOW Wollongong Campus Tuesday 16 August Cronulla Sharks Leagues Club Wednesday 17 August UOW Shoalhaven Campus Wednesday 22 June CONTACT US University of Wollongong, NSW 2522 Australia Tel Fax Web fb uniadvice@uow.edu.au The University of Wollongong attempts to ensure that the information contained in this publication is correct at the time of production (April 2011). However, sections may be amended without notice by the University in response to changing circumstances or for any other reason. You should check with the University at the time of application/ enrolment whether any later information is available. CRICOS Provider No.: 00102E