Discover programs, events, and support services to help make the most of your time as an international student at UOW.
To find events and support at other UOW campuses, please contact your campus.
Support for international students
Looking after your wellbeing
Counselling
Confidential, free counselling and wellbeing services for you whilst you are studying in Australia, in your language.
Safe & Respectful Communities (SARC)
The SARC team are responsible for supporting students who have witnessed or experienced sexual assault, harassment, domestic and family violence, bullying or discrimination. SARC is also leading the university’s prevention work in this space.
UOW 24 Hour Wellbeing Support Line
The Wellbeing Support Line is available 24/7 via phone or text whilst you are studying in Australia.
International Student Health Hub
The Study NSW International Student Health Hub offers important health information including access to sexual and reproductive health information and services.
Living in Australia
Arriving, living and working in Australia
Learn more about living, working and staying safe in Australia.
Visa information & compliance
Learn more about your study options, visa responsibilities, rights, and obligations under the ESOS Act.
Surf and water safety
Information on how to be beach and water safe during your time in Australia.
Additional resources
A range of external resources with important information about living and studying in Australia.
Academic skills support
English Language skills support
English language and academic skills support to enhance your learning experience.
Academic skills & study support
Workshops, tools and resources to improve your study and learning skills.
More support and information
Safety and security
- In an emergency call Triple 0 (000)
- Emergency services in Australia - how and when to call
- UOW Security - emergencies on campus, general safety enquiries and safety escorts on campus
General enquiries
- AskUOW- get instant answers to commonly asked questions, or get in touch with the AskUOW team
- Student Support Hub - the team of Student Success Mentors can help you find opportunities, services and support, so you can make the most of your time at UOW.
Key communications channels
- SOLSMail - important messages relating to your studies
- UOWMail - other important messages from UOW
- MyUOW mobile app - stay connected to what's happening at UOW
- UOW Social Media channels
- Key student social media channels:
Key websites
- NSW Jobs Connect - employment opportunities during study and after graduation.
- Study NSW - Information for international students studying in NSW.
- Service NSW - Support for International students from the NSW government.
- Study Australia - Australian Government's official resource for international students.
- Insider Guides - Best-practice guides to ensure international students are prepared, welcomed, connected and supported in Australia.
- Department of Home Affairs (DOHA) - Visa and immigration information.
Wollongong campus
- English Language conversation groups
- Cooking and connection classes
- Welcome to Wollongong event
- Student Success Hub
- Cultural celebrations
- Clubs and Societies
UOW English conversation groups are run by senior students in partnership with Illawarra Friends of International Students (IFIS) and are a great way to make friends and practice your English in a warm and welcoming environment.
When: Every Tuesday, 4 - 6 pm and Friday, 10 - 12 pm
Where: Student Success Hub, Ground Floor, Building 19, Wollongong campus
Online sessions coming soon!
Stay up to date by following the IFIS Facebook page.
Cooking and connection classes are run by senior students in partnership with Illawarra Friends of International Students (IFIS). Cooking classes help you to transition to living independently in Australia and are a great way to make friends.
Spring session dates:
- Wednesday, 28 August, 4.30 pm – 7.30 pm
- Wednesday, 2 October, 4.30 pm – 7.30 pm
- Wednesday, 30 October, 4.30 pm – 7.30 pm
Welcome to Wollongong is a an event held by the University of Wollongong and Wollongong City Council to welcome you to studying and living in Wollongong.
The next Welcome to Wollongong will be held on Thursday 22 August 2024 at Wollongong Town Hall.
More information coming soon!
The Student Success Hub is a welcoming place, where you can share your experiences, seek support and connect with other students. Drop in and say hi to our team of Student Success Mentors, who can help you find opportunities, services and support, so you can make the most of your time at UOW.
Location: Ground Floor, Building 19
Opening hours: Monday - Friday 9am – 4pm
UOW is proud of its rich diverse student cohort and regularly celebrates Cultural days, such as Holi Festival, Diwali and the Chinese Moon Festival.
Keep an eye on the Pulse events page and check out the calendar of significant days that UOW recognises with our community.
UOW has a wide range of clubs and societies where you can connect with likeminded people. Becoming involved with a club or society (or multiple!) at UOW is an awesome way to meet new people within your Faculty or with similar interests, build your skills and have fun while studying!
Liverpool campus
Need more? Find help at Liverpool Campus.
The Student Success Hub is a welcoming place, where you can share your experiences, seek support and connect with other students. Drop in and say hi to our team of Student Success Mentors, who can help you find opportunities, services and support, so you can make the most of your time at UOW.
Location: Level 1, Liverpool campus
Opening hours: Monday - Friday, 9am – 4pm
Welcome to Liverpool is a an event to welcome you to studying at UOW Liverpool.
The next Welcome to Liverpool will be held for Autumn session 2025.
More information coming soon!
Connect with students from all campuses, countries, study areas and walks of life in these informal, fun and inclusive chats with your peers.
Commencing Spring 2024.
More information coming soon!
Sydney Business School (Wollongong, Sydney and Online)
Assuring students get the best learning and student experience, Sydney Business School, University of Wollongong provides several student support services such as tailored academic support and resources, skill building & social activities, as well as support with accommodation, career development, counselling, safety and security and support for international students.
This handbook includes enrolment related resources, information on support services and resources, as well as information on upcoming student workshops and events at the Sydney CBD campus.
