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University Entrance Program

Gain the skills to succeed at university and secure guaranteed* entry into UOW. 

To enquire about this course, please call the Future Students team on +61 2 4239 2330 or submit an online enquiry form.

To apply for this course, please visit the UOW College Application page.

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Call UOW College Future Students on +61 2 4239 2330

For more details about this course

Australia: 1300 367 869. International: +61 2 4221 3218

Student ?
Domestic
Campus ?
Delivery ?
Distance, On Campus
Starts
  • UOW College Autumn 2024
  • UOW College Spring 2024
  • UOW College Summer 2024
  • UOW College Autumn 2025
  • UOW College Spring 2025
  • UOW College Summer 2025
Code
UOWCA: 3192

Overview

The University Entrance Program (UEP) provides guaranteed* entry into the first year of a range of degrees at the University of Wollongong (UOW). 

The UEP has been specifically designed for students who have not met the direct entry requirements for a UOW College Diploma program or UOW bachelor’s degree. 

You’ll develop essential academic and tertiary skills with an emphasis on a range of oral, written and presentation skills, to be better prepared to succeed at your UOW bachelor.

The UEP can be studied face-to-face at either the UOW Wollongong or Liverpool (Stream 1 only) campuses.  Students living in regional areas can study the UEP (Stream 1) online, which provides guaranteed* entry into bachelor programs at UOW campuses in Bega Valley, Eurobodalla, Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands.

This course consists of one session, lasting 14 weeks, and is offered by our pathway provider, UOW College Australia. See the course outline for more information.

UOW College offers three intakes each year, giving you the flexibility to start your studies at different times throughout the year. 

*The guarantee is subject to meeting UOW entry requirements as described in the course outline.

This course is accredited by the University of Wollongong (TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12062; CRICOS: 00102E) and delivered by UOW College Australia (TEQSA Provider ID: 12027; CRICOS: 02723D; RTO: 91159). UOW College Australia is a registered business name of UOWC Ltd (ABN: 14 105 312 329). 

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Pathways

Upon successful completion of this course, you will gain entry into the following UOW courses:

Stream 1:

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Primary Education - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Psychological Science - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Health and Physical Education) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Stream 2:

Bachelor of Science - ASSH (all specialisations) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Biology) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Chemistry) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Earth and Environmental Science) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Physics) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Stream 3:

Bachelor of Medical and Radiation Physics - entry into first year, first session (1 subject, 6 credit points)

Bachelor of Mathematics (all specialisations) - entry into first year, first session (1 subject, 6 credit points)

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Mathematics) - entry into first year (nil credit offered)

Bachelor of Science - EIS (all specialisations) - entry into first year, first session (1 subject, 6 credit points)

Admissions information

The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy. For additional information, see UOW College Admission Information.

  • Recent Secondary Education

    Stream 1: Minimum ATAR 30; or complete a basic Literacy Test to be assessed for entry.

    Stream 2: Minimum ATAR 35; or complete a basic Literacy Test to be assessed for entry.

    Assumed knowledge and recommended studies

    UOW College assumes students will have studied Year 12 HSC Mathematics Advanced (any result) OR Year 12 HSC Mathematics Standard 2 ≥60%.

    Applicants who do not meet the 'Assumed Knowledge and Recommended Studies' requirement for this course are advised to complete an additional subject - please refer to the Course Outline for further details.

    Stream 3: Minimum ATAR 35; or complete a basic Literacy Test to be assessed for entry; and

    Minimum 80% in HSC Year 12 Mathematics Standard 2; or completion of the UOW College Academic Bridging Course in Mathematics with a result of 'Satisfactory'.

  • Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

    You may be considered for admission to this course if you have completed a vocational education and training (VET) qualification, such as a Certificate IV. You will need to provide evidence of your qualification, which will then be converted to a selection rank and assessed to determine if you meet the minimum entry requirements.

  • Work and life experience

    If you have not completed a recognised qualification or your ATAR (or equivalent) does not meet the entry requirements for your selected course, UOW College may consider your relevant work and life experience. Applications for entry into a course on these grounds are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

    UOW College encourages course applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and may offer additional support through the Aunty Linda Cruse Scholarship.

    While studying at UOW College, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students will also have access to support and resources through the Woolyungah Indigenous Centre.

  • Workload

    As a guide, the workload for your course is determined by the number of subjects you take each session. Four subjects in a standard session is considered to be a full-time load and generally equivalent to working full-time e.g. 35-45 hours a week (including preparation, revision and assessment tasks undertaken in your own time, in addition to the scheduled classes you must attend).

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    If you have undertaken previous studies at UOW College or another Higher Education provider, you may be eligible to receive credit (towards your course) for your prior learning. Credit for prior learning requires an assessment of your past learning for equivalency with subjects delivered in your chosen course. For more information on applying for credit for prior learning see the Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy and related Procedures and the Credit Transfer Arrangements webpage.

More detail

UOW College fees, payment options, scholarships and loans (as applicable) are outlined on the Domestic student fees & payment options page and International student fees & scholarships page.

    Key dates for UOW College courses are available on the UOW College website

    • Autumn, 2025 at Wollongong
    • Spring, 2025 at Wollongong
    • Summer, 2025 at Wollongong
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