Frequently asked questions

About

UOW India is situated within Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), with a vision of becoming a leading global financial & technology hub.
Scheduled to open in November this year (2024), this newest campus of the University of Wollongong (UOW) will bring our renowned standards in education, pioneering research, and industry partnerships to the vibrant hub of talent and opportunity India presents.
Upon opening, UOW India will join our established international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, and our presence in China and Singapore.

The University of Wollongong (UOW) Australia is one of the first Australian universities to establish a teaching campus in India.

UOW India will empower graduates with a highly accredited and well-recognised Australian degree in India. In addition, UOW’s reputation in world-class education combines academic excellence with practical experience, teaching you valuable skills to enhance your career prospects while completing your degree.

You will also become part of UOW’s expanded global network, unlocking opportunities to collaborate with top academics and access a network of alumni and industry connections worldwide.

 

According to the QS World University Rankings 2025, UOW is placed in the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, ranking 167th internationally, and 12th in Australia.

This effectively positions UOW India as the 3rd highest-ranked university in India.

UOW has also achieved its best result in the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings, securing 16th place globally and 2nd in Australia. THE Young University Rankings assesses the world’s best universities that are 50 years old or younger across teaching, research and international outlook.

Courses

UOW India offers the Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology, Master of Financial Technology, and Master of Financial Technology Extension. These programs equip students with expertise in the dynamic field of FinTech.

For more information about these programs, to apply, or to make an enquiry - please visit the Financial Technology courses page here.

 

UOW India’s Master of Computing (Data Analytics) and Graduate Certificate in Computing provide a solid foundation to enter one of the world’s most in-demand industries. UOW is ranked as one of the top 350 universities in the world for Computer Science and Information Systems. Our agile and innovative curriculum ensures that our students graduate as highly skilled ICT professionals. Our teaching incorporates the latest technologies, preparing students to stay ahead of industry trends. With a distinguished reputation in research and collaboration with industry, our School of Computing and Information Technology conducts research in areas such as cryptography, artificial intelligence, software engineering, and information systems.

Learn more about Computing programs on offer at UOW India.

 

To apply for a program at UOW India, you’ll need an undergraduate degree or relevant work experience, and a satisfactory English language assessment.

It is important to note that UOW India will not offer undergraduate programs upon opening. Read more about specific admission criteria and current course information at UOW India.

To submit your application for a UOW India program:

  1. Ensure you meet the entry criteria detailed above, which include an undergraduate degree, relevant work experience, and English language assessment.
  2. Submit your application through the official UOW India application portal. Applications are now open for computing and financial technology programs. 

Student life

UOW India does not offer housing or accommodation, however, we have identified local providers which students may wish to explore.

If you would like to learn more about accommodation options please submit an enquiry here, and our team can assist.

Support

UOW India is offering the Women's Leader in FinTech scholarship for the top 3 candidates, for 50% off tuition fees for the duration of the eligible programs. More information on the scholarship can be found here.

We also offer payment plans to assist students, in commencing their studies with less stress. Payment options can be viewed here.

When you study ‘on campus,’ you will attend classes at the UOW India GIFT City campus. Class times will be published closer to the commencement of teaching. Once the subject timetables for your upcoming session are published, enrolled students will receive a message from UOW India to view timetables online. To help you plan, these timetables outline which subjects are running in each session, and the class structure of each subject.

Online learning is integrated into all our subjects, so you can focus your time on practical skills and building your professional network while on campus.

Contact

Check out the UOW India website for the latest news and information, application procedures, and program specifics. Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up-to-date in the lead-up to our official launch.

To learn more you can submit an enquiry here.