University of Wollongong

The University of Wollongong is a University of international standing with an enviable record of achievement in teaching and research. It is conveniently located in one of the most beautiful settings in Australia, just an hour's drive south of Australia's largest city, Sydney.
Students and staff at Wollongong come from diverse backgrounds, many from overseas. They share a culture that respects openness, inclusiveness, collegiality and diversity. The university is proud of its talented, motivated and energetic staff - many of whom are leaders in their field nationally and internationally. The university provides a real focus on the student experience and understands that each student comes with an individual dream: to learn about and reach beyond their field of interest; to explore many different experiences that will help them choose their future directions; and also to meet others and enjoy a very special time in their lives.
The University of Wollongong will continue to explore, develop and use human and technological capacity for the benefit of its region, the nation and the international community.
Wollongong offers over 120 different undergraduate degrees from across its five faculties, in engineering and IT, health sciences and medicine, business and commerce, applied and natural sciences, arts, communications and creative arts and law and education. These programs may be undertaken through the bachelor degree or bachelor with honours program. Wollongongalso has more than 50 double degree programs available.
Undergraduate student experience at Wollongong is further enriched through an international exchange semester at one of the university's 190 partner universities around the world. Overseas internships are also in place for students as Wollongong has developed partnerships with international industries.
Students can take postgraduate courses at Wollongong either through coursework or research programs. Similar to undergraduate study, postgraduate coursework assessments are based on a combination of written assignments, presentations, formal examinations, class participation and practical exercises.
As for postgraduate research, there are four research options, Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated), professional doctorate and masters of philosophy. Successful completion of a postgraduate program can help a student fast-track their career, or change careers completely. Wollongong provides flexible study options that allow graduate students to maintain a healthy work/study/life balance.

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