About the university
UOW College Australia is the pathway provider of the University of Wollongong (UOW), teaching on UOW's Wollongong campus and at Liverpool in south-west Sydney. Its diplomas in business, IT, engineering and science run in 14-week sessions and lead to the second year of a matching UOW bachelor's degree, subject to UOW's progression rules. It also offers Foundation Studies, an 18-month Diploma of Nursing and English courses.
Indian students choose UOW College when their Class 12 results or English scores are below direct entry to UOW. Fast Track diplomas take two 14-week sessions and Standard diplomas three; 2027 tuition is about A$35,000–A$42,000 for the whole diploma, and an automatic bursary of 10–25% is available to eligible international students.
- Type
- University of Wollongong's pathway provider; Institute of Higher Education and RTO (PRV12027, RTO 91159, CRICOS 02723D)
- Graduates
- More than 38,000 over 35 years (UOW College figure)
- Campuses
- UOW College Wollongong (Building 30, Northfields Avenue) and UOW College Liverpool
- Programs
- Foundation Studies, Diplomas leading to second year at UOW, Diploma of Nursing and English courses
- Intakes
- Three a year for diplomas (Autumn, Spring and Summer sessions)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Information Technology (Fast Track)
- Fee / year
- A$38,928
- Duration
- 2 sessions of 14 weeks
- Intakes
- Autumn; Spring; Summer sessions
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 5.5 in reading and writing, or equivalent
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Information Technology (Standard)
- Fee / year
- A$40,446
- Duration
- 3 sessions of 14 weeks
- Intakes
- Autumn; Spring; Summer sessions
- English
- IELTS Academic 5.5 overall with 5.0 in reading and writing, or equivalent
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Engineering (Fast Track)
- Fee / year
- A$39,648
- Duration
- 2 sessions of 14 weeks
- Intakes
- Autumn; Spring sessions
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 5.5 in reading and writing, or equivalent
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Business (Fast Track)
- Fee / year
- A$35,376
- Duration
- 2 sessions of 14 weeks
- Intakes
- Autumn; Spring; Summer sessions
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 5.5 in reading and writing, or equivalent
- Undergraduate
Foundation Studies (2 sessions)
- Fee / year
- A$30,240
- Duration
- 2 sessions
- Intakes
- See the course page
- English
- See the course page
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (AUD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma of Information Technology (Fast Track) | 2 sessions of 14 weeks | A$38,928 | ≈ ₹25.3 lakh |
| Diploma of Information Technology (Standard) | 3 sessions of 14 weeks | A$40,446 | ≈ ₹26.3 lakh |
| Diploma of Engineering (Fast Track) | 2 sessions of 14 weeks | A$39,648 | ≈ ₹25.8 lakh |
| Diploma of Business (Fast Track) | 2 sessions of 14 weeks | A$35,376 | ≈ ₹23 lakh |
| Foundation Studies (2 sessions) | 2 sessions | A$30,240 | ≈ ₹19.7 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at UOW College Australia with similar universities in Australia.
Scholarships
- Diplomas and Foundation Studies
International Academic Course Bursary (2027)
Value: 10% to 25% off tuition, depending on eligibility
Eligibility: Eligible international students starting a listed diploma or Foundation Studies in 2027; not for sponsored students. Assessed automatically at offer stage.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - English courses packaged with a diploma or Foundation Studies
English Pathway Bursary (2027)
Value: 20% off tuition
Eligibility: International students taking English for Academic Purposes or English for Tertiary Studies in 2027, packaged with a diploma or Foundation Studies. Applied automatically.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Diploma of Nursing
HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing Scholarship (2027)
Value: 10% off tuition
Eligibility: International students starting the Diploma of Nursing in 2027. Applied automatically at offer stage.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Diplomas ask for an ATAR equivalent: 45 (Business Fast Track), 50 (IT Standard), 55 (IT Fast Track) and 60 (Engineering Fast Track). UOW publishes a country qualification equivalency page for Class 12.
- Engineering assumes 50% in Year 12 advanced mathematics and physics (or equivalent).
- Diploma of Nursing: Year 12 or equivalent, aged 17 or over, minimum literacy and numeracy, and possibly a panel interview. International students wanting a package offer should apply for the July intake.
- Progression to second year at UOW is subject to meeting UOW's requirements in the course outline.
Postgraduate
- UOW College's courses for international students are pathway, diploma, vocational and English courses; there are no postgraduate courses.
Documents
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- IELTS or other English test result
- Police checks and immunisations before nursing placements
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Fast Track diplomas | IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 5.5 in reading and writing, or equivalent |
| Standard diplomas | IELTS Academic 5.5 overall with 5.0 in reading and writing (Diploma of IT), or equivalent |
| Diploma of Nursing | IELTS Academic 7.0, with 7.0 in listening, reading and speaking and 6.5 in writing |
| Other tests | TOEFL, Pearson (PTE) and Cambridge are accepted as equivalents on UOW course pages |
| English courses | English for Academic Purposes and English for Tertiary Studies can be packaged before a diploma; A$599 a week in 2026 and 2027 |
Accommodation and living costs
UOW College students can apply for UOW student residences, which include furniture, utilities and laundry, or live in homestay, shared housing or private rentals found through UOW's Study Stays database. The accommodation page does not publish prices; private rentals usually need a bond of up to four weeks' rent plus two weeks' rent in advance.
| Item | In AUD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
UOW College teaches on the University of Wollongong's main campus in Wollongong, and at Liverpool in south-west Sydney.
- UOW College Wollongong: Building 30, Northfields Avenue, on the UOW campus.
- UOW College Liverpool: IT and business Fast Track diplomas and the Diploma of Nursing can be taken here.
- Diplomas run in 14-week sessions with three intakes a year.
- The Diploma of Nursing includes at least 400 hours of supervised clinical placement.
Careers and graduate outcomes
UOW College is mainly a route into UOW degrees. The Diploma of Nursing prepares students for enrolled nurse work, with 400 hours of placement. UOW College publishes no graduate outcome figures on the pages reviewed. See our Australia guide for work rules and post-study work.
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Studying in Australia
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FAQs
How much does a UOW College diploma cost?
For 2027, total tuition is A$35,376 for the Business Fast Track diploma, A$38,928 for IT Fast Track, A$39,648 for Engineering Fast Track and A$40,446 for the 3-session IT diploma. Eligible international students get an automatic bursary of 10–25%.
What is the difference between Fast Track and Standard diplomas?
Fast Track takes two 14-week sessions and needs higher marks and IELTS 6.0. Standard takes three sessions and accepts lower entry scores, such as IELTS 5.5 for IT.
Do I go straight into second year at UOW?
Completing the diploma gives entry to the second year of a matching UOW degree, as long as you meet UOW's progression requirements.
Sources
- UOW College Australia: home (opens in a new tab)
- UOW College: international fees and scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- UOW College: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- UOW College: Diploma of Nursing (opens in a new tab)
- UOW: Diploma of Information Technology Fast Track (International) (opens in a new tab)
- UOW: Diploma of Engineering Fast Track (International) (opens in a new tab)
- UOW: Diploma of Business Fast Track (International) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.uowcollege.edu.au (opens in a new tab)
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