Foundation Studies (2 Sessions)

The Foundation Studies (2 Sessions) program provides guaranteed entry into the first year of a range of degrees at the University of Wollongong (UOW). This program has been specifically designed for students who have not met the direct entry requirements for a UOW bachelor’s degree. You'll develop essential study skills and habits such as time management, essay writing, group work, and presentation skills. Additionally, you'll become familiar with the academic standards and expectations of university life.

Stream 1 - Minimum ATAR 40 (or equivalent).

Stream 2 and Stream 4 - Minimum ATAR 40 (or equivalent), plus minimum 60% for Year 12 HSC Mathematics Standard 2.

Stream 3 - Minimum ATAR 40 (or equivalent), plus minimum 80% for Year 12 Mathematics Standard 2

If any of the above entry requirements are not met, application will be assessed on a case by case basis.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

The following IELTS Academic scores are required to gain admission to Foundation Studies:

Overall IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with 5.0 in Reading and Writing, or equivalent

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS COMPLETED IN ENGLISH: Applicants may be considered as meeting the English language requirements if successfully completing two (2) years of secondary or tertiary study at an approved institution where:

the language of instruction was English; and

the institution is located in a country where the official language is English.

The following citizenships may be considered for an English language waiver under the above guideline: Bahamas, Barbados, Canada, Fiji, Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, UK, USA.

TOEFL internet based: 54

C1 Advanced Cambridge or C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 162

Pearson test of English (PTE): 49