UOW College is proud to be recognised by the Department of Home Affairs for delivering reputable English language training for pathway programs, accommodating students with an IELTS score of 5.5 (or equivalent).
Following the recent announcement by the Australian Government's Department of Home Affairs, which published the English Language Tests and Evidence Exemptions for Subclass 500 (Student) Visa, a range of UOW College's three-session Diplomas have been selected as pathway programs to provide students with alternative options for those who meet academic entry requirements requiring an IELTS level of 5.5 (or equivalent).
The UOW College courses that have been approved as registered courses specified for paragraph 5(3)(d) as eligible pathway programs for students who require a IELTS score of 5.5 (or equivalent) include:
| CRICOS Course Code | Course name | Institution name | University Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 057234M | Diploma of Information Technology (3 Session) | UOW College Australia | University of Wollongong |
| 0101925 | Diploma of Engineering (3 Session) | UOW College Australia | University of Wollongong |
| 057232B | Diploma of Business (3 Session) | UOW College Australia | University of Wollongong |
Additionally, a variety of two-session fast track Diploma qualifications remain available at UOW College, enabling students who meet the academic requirements to study with an IELTS requirement of 6.0 or equivalent for entry. Upon successful completion and meeting progression requirements, these qualifications guarantee entry into the second year of various UOW Bachelor degrees. These courses include Diploma of Science (2 Session), Diploma of Information Technology (2 Session), Diploma of Engineering (2 Session), Diploma of Business (2 Session), Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities (2 Session).
Information about our course offerings for international students, as well as full details on entry requirements, can be found on our website.
If you are an international student and would like to discuss your pathway opportunities at UOW College, please contact our agent partners and international specialists. They play an important role in assisting international students with applying to study at UOW College and the University of Wollongong.