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Overview<\/h2>\n

Founded in 1951 as part of the New South Wales University of Technology, the University of Wollongong (UOW) has since grown into a globally recognized public research university. Located around 80 kilometers south of Sydney in the coastal city of Wollongong, New South Wales, the university is known for a strong research culture and for teaching built around student support.<\/p>\n

As of recent university reporting, UOW accommodates more than 33,000 students, including over 12,300 international students. This learning community is supported by a dedicated team of more than 2,400 staff members, helping UOW maintain its focus on academic quality and student experience.<\/p>\n

If you are comparing options in New South Wales, you may also want to review how UOW fits alongside other universities such as the University of New South Wales<\/a> and the University of Newcastle<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2. General information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Name<\/td>\nUniversity of Wollongong (UOW)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Established<\/td>\n1951<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Type<\/td>\nPublic Research University<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/td>\nWollongong, New South Wales, Australia<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main Campus<\/td>\nWollongong Campus<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Student Population<\/td>\nOver 33,000 students<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
International Students<\/td>\nMore than 12,300<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Staff<\/td>\nOver 2,400 staff members<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Website<\/td>\nhttps:\/\/www.uow.edu.au<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

3. Fee structure<\/h2>\n

Tuition costs can vary by course, study mode, and eligibility (for example, Commonwealth supported places versus full fee options). The figures below are a general snapshot, and you should confirm the latest fees directly with UOW before accepting an offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Bachelor of Arts<\/td>\n$26,000 \u2013 $30,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bachelor of Science<\/td>\n$30,000 \u2013 $35,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bachelor of Commerce<\/td>\n$30,000 \u2013 $34,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bachelor of Engineering<\/td>\n$36,000 \u2013 $39,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bachelor of Computer Science<\/td>\n$32,000 \u2013 $36,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bachelor of Laws<\/td>\n$31,000 \u2013 $34,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bachelor of Nursing<\/td>\n$32,000 \u2013 $34,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

4. University of Wollongong Academic Programs<\/h2>\n