(1) These Procedures support the admission provisions in the Coursework Rules. (2) These Procedures are designed to ensure that admission decisions and processes are applied fairly and consistently and are designed to ensure that admitted students have the academic preparation and proficiency in English needed to participate in their intended study and have no known limitations that would be expected to impede their progression and completion. (3) These Procedures apply to admission to undergraduate and postgraduate (coursework) courses, non-award and cross institutional study. (4) These Procedures apply to all teaching locations onshore and offshore with the exception of UOW Dubai which has its own Admissions Procedures. (5) The University is committed to publishing transparent information about its admission requirements and selections outcomes. (6) The University will ensure that accurate and timely information is publicly available to prospective students to enable them to make informed decisions about their university studies. This information will be written in plain English and include details about courses on offer, including the course design, prerequisites, assumed knowledge, when and where courses/units are offered, mode of delivery, application dates, arrangements for recognition of prior learning, standing credit transfer arrangements, known charges associated with the course, any mandatory placement requirement, pathways to employment and eligibility for registration to practice where applicable. (7) For each course of study, the relevant course-owning Faculty will ensure that, both the academic requirement for admission to the course, and any additional criteria and requirements for admission are approved and accurately entered in Course Finder. (8) Details of course specific admission requirements are published in the University's Course Finder and are reviewed annually. (9) Domestic applicants undertaking an Australian year 12 qualification (or equivalent) before the year of entry may apply via the University’s Early Admission Scheme or via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Direct applications may only be accepted after the UAC January Round 1 dates. (10) Applicants are admitted on the basis of: (11) For state-based Australian Year 12 qualifications, the ATAR is used as the basis for ensuring consistency in the assessment of academic achievement. For students studying in Australia under different education systems (e.g. International Baccalaureate or GCE A Levels), an ATAR equivalent is provided by the Universities Admissions Centre, which is then used in the same way as the ATAR for determining eligibility and for selection. (12) Where the number of applicants who meet the admission requirements exceeds the number of places available in a course, the University will rank the applicants and offer places in order of selection rank. A selection rank is determined by combining applicants’ ATAR or equivalent with any adjustment factor points they are eligible to receive. (13) Adjustment factor points are applied for applicants who completed their High School Certificate (HSC) (or equivalent) in the previous two years. (14) Adjustment factors take into account: (15) UOW has five types of adjustment factors which are applied in accordance with the following: (16) A maximum of 11 adjustment points can be awarded to an individual applicant other than an applicant for the Bachelor of Psychology. A maximum of 16 adjustment points can be awarded to applicants applying to the Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science and Health who reside in a regional or remote area as classified by the Australian Standard Geographical Classification – Remoteness Areas (ASGC-RA). Further information is provided at UOW ATAR-based Information Webpage. (17) Applicants seeking to have the Veterans Scholar Scheme adjustments applied to their ATAR must apply directly to the University via the Veterans Scholar Scheme Adjustment Factors Form after submitting an application for admission through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or UOW’s Early Admission Scheme. (18) Applicants seeking adjustment factors for educational disadvantage must apply through UAC and be eligible through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) Educational Access Scheme. (19) All other adjustment factors are applied automatically for applicants who apply through the UAC. (20) Adjustment factors are reviewed on an annual basis and are approved by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic and Student Life). (21) Applicants nearing the completion of their Year 12 studies (but who have not yet sat their final exams) may apply to the University for early admission at an Australian campus. (22) To be eligible for early admission, an applicants' Year 11 performance is assessed, and the successful completion of Year 11 is a prerequisite. Additionally, applicants must be undertaking a pattern of study that indicates they will be eligible to receive their Australian senior secondary qualification (e.g. H S C or interstate equivalent), or the International Baccalaureate Diploma (for IB Diplomas completed onshore only). (23) The application process for early admission is detailed at UOW Early Admission. (24) Early admission involves an assessment of academic potential considering a range of evidence, which may include: (25) Following the early admission assessment process, the Faculty will recommend to the Faculty ADE one of the below outcomes: (26) The Delegated Authority will approve an offer of early admission. (27) Applicants who receive an early offer of admission, will receive their formal offer via UOW Early Admission. This offer is conditional on the applicant completing their final year of senior secondary schooling and sitting their final year exams and being awarded an Australian senior secondary certificate or International Baccalaureate Diploma. The University reserves the right to rescind an early offer of admission made to a student if that student fails to meet the above requirements. (28) The University offers a range of pathway programs to increase educational opportunity for those who may not otherwise qualify for direct entry into the University. (29) Such programs enable students to reach the level of proficiency required to gain entry to and succeed in their studies at university. (30) Pathway programs are approved in accordance with the Course Policy. The approved list of pathway programs for domestic students is set out in Table 1. (31) The progress of students admitted via a pathway program will be monitored to verify the efficacy of the pathway and to ensure that students entering via these means are not disadvantaged in any way. (32) Successful completion of a pathway program will allow students direct entry into a number of the University’s undergraduate degree programs provided the course entry criteria is met. (33) Applicants are eligible for admission to a related undergraduate award program with the approval of the Delegated Authority on the basis of an incomplete UOW College Australia Diploma program. Applications may be approved where the applicant is able to demonstrate ability to successfully complete the undergraduate award. (34) Applicants seeking admission under clause 33 may be approved for early exit from either standard (3 session) Diplomas or Fast Track (2 session) Diplomas under the conditions listed below. (35) Students may exit the Diploma course early and enter the relevant degree (‘Accelerated Exit’) if they meet the following conditions: (36) Students may exit the Diploma course early and enter the relevant degree (‘Accelerated Exit’) if they meet the following conditions: (37) Approval for admission under clause 33 is subject to approval by the Delegated Authority. (38) The University offers preparation programs for students in Year 12 which they undertake concurrently with or immediately following their senior secondary school studies. (39) Preparation programs are recommended by the Future Students and International Engagement Division and approved by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic and Student Life). The approved list of preparation programs is set out in Table 2. (40) These programs are designed to enhance preparedness for university study and/or pathway programs. Students attend classes on campus or online and are enrolled on a non-award basis. Successful completion of the program does not guarantee admission to the University, but the student’s performance in the program may be considered as part of an assessment for admission and credit for prior learning where relevant. (41) Year 12 students who successfully complete UOW’s Summer Master Class may apply through UOW Early Admission and may be made a conditional offer subject to the student completing their final year of senior secondary schooling and sitting their final year exams and being awarded their senior secondary certificate or International Baccalaureate Diploma. The University reserves the right to rescind an offer of admission if that student fails to meet the above requirements. (42) Domestic applicants to bachelor’s degree courses at an Australian campus may be eligible for entry under an Access and Equity Scheme which recognise individual circumstances or membership of an equity group that may have affected the applicant’s education. (43) Access and Equity Schemes are recommended by the Executive Director, Future Students and International Engagement Division and approved by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic and Student Life). The approved list of Access and Equity Schemes is set out in Table 3. (44) The University provides a consistent and transparent way of considering the nature and likely extent of disadvantage. (45) The University offers bridging courses designed to assist students to gain knowledge in specialist areas that are a core component of a course. A list of current courses is provided on the Bridging Courses webpage. (46) A bridging course may be required for prospective students who need to extend their knowledge in a subject area in order to meet a prerequisite or prepare for university study. A conditional offer may be made on the successful completion of the bridging course. (47) In other cases, a bridging course may be recommended to students to help them to bridge the gap in their knowledge but is not a condition of their offer. (48) Bridging courses are approved by the relevant Faculty Education Committee or for bridging courses not owned by a faculty, by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic and Student Life). (49) Applicants may be considered for admission on the basis of a successfully completed Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (Tertiary Preparation Certificate) through TAFE NSW or other registered training provider or a recognised Australian university foundation year program or tertiary preparation program where the applicant’s results are at a standard equivalent to, or higher than, the minimum Admissions Rank set by the Delegated Authority. (50) Applicants may be considered for admission on the basis of a completed AQF qualification (or equivalent) in the following AQF qualification levels: certificate IV, diploma, associate diploma, or advanced diploma. (51) The minimum AQF level of a qualification required to be considered for admission to a specific course will be described clearly in Course Finder. (52) Applicants who have a completed higher education diploma or advanced diploma, or who have completed at least one standard session of full-time study (0.50 full time equivalent) at associate degree level or higher may be considered for admission on the basis of their previous higher education study. Entry into Law programs requires a minimum of one year of previous full-time study (1.00 full-time equivalent). (53) The University does not accept work experience for admission to undergraduate courses (with the exception of clause 54 below). (54) The University may consider admission for applicants who are: (55) Admissions will assign such applicants an admission selection rank based on an individual’s military rank and years of service. (56) International applicants undertaking an Australian year 12 qualification before the year of entry may apply via the UAC or directly to the University. All other international students apply for admission directly to the University. (57) International senior secondary qualifications are reviewed by UOW Admissions team and an equivalence between the ATAR and achievement in the international qualification determined. (58) Where senior secondary schooling was not taught and assessed entirely in English, a test of English language proficiency designed for international students (such as IELTS) is required as detailed in Section 10. (59) International students may be admitted on the basis of successfully completing a recognised university preparation or pathway program. The University, through UOW College Australia, offers a number of such programs, some of which are designed specifically for international students. Refer Table 4 below. (60) The same stipulations that apply to pathway programs designed for domestic students also apply to pathway programs designed for international students (see clause 32). (61) Completion of one or two pathway programs may form part of a packaged offer into the University (see Section 13). (62) Applicants may be considered for admission on the basis of a successfully completed Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (Tertiary Preparation Certificate) through TAFE NSW or other registered training provider or a recognised Australian university foundation year program or tertiary preparation program where the applicant’s results are at a standard equivalent to or higher than the minimum Admissions Rank set by the Delegated Authority. (63) Applicants may be considered for admission on the basis of a completed AQF qualification (or equivalent) in the following AQF qualification levels: certificate IV, diploma, associate diploma, or advanced diploma. (64) The minimum AQF level of a qualification required to be considered for admission to a specific course will be described clearly in Course Finder. (65) Applicants who have completed a higher education diploma or advanced diploma equivalent to an AQF Level 5 or 6, or who have completed at least one standard session of full-time study (0.50 full time equivalent) of higher education award studies at an associate degree level equivalent to an AQF Level 6 or higher, may be considered for admission on the basis of their previous higher education study. Entry into Law programs requires a minimum of one year of previous full-time study (1.00 full-time equivalent). (66) Domestic and international applicants for a one-year Honours Bachelor course apply by direct application to the University. (67) Applicants for the Doctor of Medicine apply directly to the University. (68) As a graduate entry program, applicants must have completed a recognised undergraduate (Bachelor) degree. Further information about the requirements for admission and the application process is provided at https://www.uow.edu.au/science-medicine-health/schools-entities/gsm/doctor-of-medicine/ (69) Domestic applicants for all postgraduate coursework courses apply for admission through the UAC or by direct application to the University, as specified for the particular course. (70) International applicants for all postgraduate coursework courses apply by direct application to the University. (71) Offshore students are admitted to UOW award courses offered offshore in conjunction with UOW Global Enterprises or an overseas partner involved in tertiary education, in accordance with a formal agreement between UOW and UOW Global Enterprises or between UOW and the overseas partner. (72) Responsibility for admission standards of all offshore students lies with UOW Admissions Team who will provide effective oversight of the admissions framework. (73) The same minimum requirements for admission to onshore courses are applied to offshore courses. (74) A valid offer of admission to a UOW course can only be made in writing by the University’s authorised delegate in accordance with the rules, policies and procedures that regulate admission and must maintain admission standards, including English language requirements, as approved by the Delegated Authority having regard to approved equivalent standards and requirements for UOW courses. (75) UOW Global Enterprises or the overseas partner must assess and verify applications for admission to UOW in line with the admission standards and requirements set out in this Procedure. Offers are made by UOW, either to individual applicants or through the partner, as stated in the agreement. (76) All applicants for admission to a UOW course delivered either in Australia or overseas must provide evidence that their English language ability meets the minimum requirements for admission. (77) The minimum English language requirements for each course are determined by the Faculty Education Committee and approved by the Academic Senate as part of the course approval process. They are formally reviewed every five years as part of the course review process. Any variations outside the five-year course review cycle must be endorsed by the Faculty Education Committee and approved by the Delegated Authority. (78) Applicants with prior study from an approved institution in an approved English-speaking country specified in (83) will be deemed to have satisfied the University's English language requirements provided it was taught, assessed and examined entirely in English where: (79) Some variations apply to specific degrees which have external registration or accreditation requirements. (80) Applicants whose studies have been undertaken in a country not specified in (83), but whose prior study has been entirely taught, assessed and examined in English, must provide documentary evidence confirming the language of instruction and assessment of the relevant qualification. (81) Overseas qualifications may be assessed as meeting the English language proficiency requirements where the applicant has successfully completed a minimum of two years of recognised full-time tertiary studies, at Diploma level, equivalent to AQF level 6, or higher, in English within two years of commencement of the UOW course. This is assessed on a case-by-case basis by the University. (82) Applicants with a completed recognised senior secondary qualification from a country not specified in (83) will be deemed to have satisfied the University's English language requirements provided, they have achieved a minimum result in an approved English subject and the study was undertaken within two years of commencement of a UOW course. The list of recognised senior secondary qualifications is provided at English language requirements. (83) Approved English-speaking countries: American Samoa, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Botswana, Canada, Fiji, Ghana, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland), United States of America, Zambia, Zimbabwe. (84) The ‘Approved English-speaking countries’ list and the and the list of ‘Recognised senior secondary qualifications’ is maintained by the Admissions Team within the Future Students and International Engagement Division and is reviewed at least every three years. (85) For the purposes of clauses 75.c and 76, successful completion is considered to be a pass result in no less than 50 per cent of all attempted units/courses in any assessable period (for example, term or semester) in the academic year. Results will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. (86) Satisfactory performance in an accepted English language test will meet the University’s English language requirements, provided the test was taken no more than two years prior to the commencement of the UOW course. (87) UOW recognises a number of English language tests, the primary one being the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The list of accepted tests is provided at English language requirements. (88) This list of recognised English language tests is maintained by the Admissions Team within the Future Students and International Engagement Division and is reviewed at least every three years. (89) UOW sets IELTS (or equivalent) minimum overall scores and band/component scores for each course which are listed on Course Finder. The minimum overall IELTS score for any course is 6.0. Some courses have set a higher minimum between 6.5 to 8.5 with some variation in the minimum scores required for each component of the test. (90) UOW determines IELTS equivalencies based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and benchmarking data for comparable Australian universities. The approved list of equivalence is provided at English language requirements and is subject to approval by the Delegated Authority. (91) Where an applicant meets the prior study in English or English Language test requirements, but the evidence falls outside of the time limits specified in clauses 75(c), 76, 77 and 81 the applicant may demonstrate that they meet minimum English language proficiency requirements through evidence of residence or employment in an approved English-speaking country where the applicant has: (92) Evidence of passport and visa confirming residency, or a letter from the employer on official company letter head confirming the language of business, duration and dates of employment, position title, average hours worked per week, and duties undertaken is required. (93) An applicant who has completed, at the specified level, an English preparation course at UOW College Australia, will be deemed to have met the University’s English language requirements, subject to clause (89). (94) An applicant who has completed, at the specified level, an English preparation course at an accredited English language provider recognised by UOW may: (95) The list of recognised English preparation courses is provided at Recognition of English Language Studies at Australian Institutions. (96) To satisfy the English language proficiency requirements, an English preparation course must have been undertaken no more than two years prior to the commencement of the UOW course. (97) Where English language test results are borderline or where alternative evidence of English language proficiency exists, an application may be referred to the relevant Faculty for additional assessment of an applicant’s work and life experience. (98) Evidence based on an applicant’s work and life experience must satisfy at least two of the following criteria and will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. The Faculty may request additional information be submitted by the applicant to support this assessment of English language proficiency. Examples of criteria that may be taken into consideration include, but are not limited to: (99) Documentary evidence must be provided, examples include: (100) Where the outcome is deemed as satisfying the English language requirements, approval by the Delegated Authority is required. The outcome of the Faculty assessment will be recorded and may be reviewed by the Admissions Team for compliance. (101) An underage applicant (over 14 years 9 months but less than 17 years of age) will be considered for admission to UOW only if they show evidence of outstanding academic achievement, capability of university study and the maturity to handle the university environment. (102) Applicants will be expected to demonstrate academic ability aligned with the requirements for admission and meet the same course pre-requisites that are required of other students. (103) Applicants will be asked to provide a full academic history, a statement of support from their school and may also be asked to undertake an external examination such as the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) or the College Board Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) to support their application. (104) All underage applicants will be interviewed by the Associate Dean (Education) of the relevant Faculty (or their respective nominee) and representatives of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic and Student Life), with their parent or guardian present, as part of the assessment process. (105) Parental/guardian permission will need to be provided, acknowledging that the student is entering an adult learning environment. (106) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic and Student Life) will make a final determination as to whether an underage applicant is admitted to the University. (107) An underage student will be offered support which will include access to a student advisor/mentor for the duration of their studies conducted under the age of 17 years. (108) Where applicable, the University will discharge all obligations as set out in Standard 5 “Younger Overseas Students” of the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018. (109) An application for admission must be complete and correct and all attempts at academic study must be disclosed. Any documentation requested by the University or the UAC must be provided before an application can be finalised. (110) Applications for admission to a course through the UAC) follow the procedure prescribed by the UAC. (111) Applicants who are not current school leavers (i.e., those not currently completing a senior secondary qualification) can apply for admission through the UAC or directly to the University. (112) Applicants must provide a copy of their official transcript/s and evidence of course completion (where required). Scanned documents will be accepted but applicants should be prepared to provide original documents or original certified copies of required documents upon request at any time. Where qualifications have been completed in another name, evidence of the change of name is required. (113) Documents presented in a language other than English must be accompanied by an English translation and a statement from a recognised accredited translator verifying that the translation is an accurate translation of the transcript. Qualifications completed in another name must be accompanied by documentation evidencing the change of name. (114) UOW may verify documents via back-to-source checks with the awarding institution. Where UOW is unable to verify documents with the applicant’s awarding institution, the applicant will be required to present the original documents to the Admissions Office for verification. (115) Where applicants present qualifications gained outside Australia, the relevant Admissions Office will assess them for equivalence with the qualification requirements as specified. Equivalencies will be determined using internationally recognised tools such as AEI NOOSR (the National Information Centre for qualifications recognition in Australia), and UK ENIC, the United Kingdom National Information Centre for the recognition and evaluation of international qualifications and skills and Australia’s Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). (116) Where the University wishes to accept a qualification or attainment level for international students outside of the equivalency tools noted above, approval by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic and Student Life) is required. (117) Students may apply for credit for their prior studies in line with the Credit for Prior Learning Policy. (118) If there are any changes to the information provided in the application for admission, applicants must notify the University within 7 days. (119) Applications for admission to a UOW course delivered at an offshore campus follow the procedure prescribed for that campus. (120) Applicants making an application for admission to a course may be required to pay an application fee. (121) The grounds for refusing admission are set out in the Coursework Rules. (122) Applicants are sent a formal notification of the outcome of their application, which will be one of the following: (123) The offer letter is the University’s contract with the student and will set out clearly the student’s rights and obligations, including all known charges associated with the proposed course; as well as information on acceptance and enrolment, course commencement date, tuition protection and ESOS requirements (where required). The UOW offer letter template is approved by the Delegated Authority. (124) In addition, the offer letter will set out any particular conditions of enrolment that might apply to particular courses of study, such as health requirements for students undertaking clinical work, requirements for security checks, particular language requirements and particular requirements of work placements. (125) Offers of admission to international applicants applying to study in Australia on a student visa must include all the information required by Standards 2 and 3 of the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018. (126) Only delegated officers may make offers of admission as specified in the Delegations of Authority Policy. (127) To accept an offer through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), the applicant must follow the instructions specified in the written letter of offer and if required to accept the offer, accept within the stated timeframe. (128) To accept an offer following direct application, the applicant must follow the instructions specified in the written offer and if required to accept the offer, accept within the stated timeframe. (129) Students must enrol in subjects for the course they have been admitted to. Where a student fails to enrol in subjects in the first session of their course by the last date to enrol as per the UOW Key Dates, and has not been granted a deferral, their offer will be considered lapsed and admission withdrawn. (130) When an applicant does not meet the prescribed conditions for admission, the University may make a conditional offer. These requirements will be detailed in the letter of offer. Only applicants who provide evidence of meeting any prescribed conditions will receive a full offer. (131) An applicant may be made a conditional offer into a UOW course and enrol in that course prior to the awarding of the lower qualification which forms the basis for admission. For example, entry into a degree course prior to the finalisation of grades for and the award of a diploma. This may occur in exceptional cases where the timing of sessions is such as to prevent a full assessment of eligibility. (132) A pre-assessment of eligibility for admission and for credit for prior learning recognition (where relevant) is conducted based on academic performance in the course to-date. (133) Where the student is not awarded the lower qualification, and no longer meets the entry requirements, the University will withdraw the offer of admission and cancel the student’s enrolment immediately. (134) Students made a post-enrolment conditional offer will be notified in writing of the conditions attached to the offer, the timeframe for meeting the conditions and the consequence (cancellation of enrolment) should they fail to meet the conditions. (135) A packaged offer of admission may be granted where a student does not meet the University’s direct entry requirements or where a nested or vertical program offer is made. (136) A packaged offer may include an offer to study a relevant English language course and/or academic pathway program at UOW College Australia (UOWC) and a conditional offer to study a formal course at the University. Students gain entry to the University course on successful completion of the UOWC course(s) at the required level. (137) Students advancing to the next level of study do not need to submit a new application. However, in the event that they are not continuing or have not met the condition to proceed to the next level of study, they should inform the University if they wish to defer commencement of the next stage of the package. (138) A packaged offer involving completion of a UOWC English language course, and a University course will be issued by the Delegated Authority on behalf of the University. (139) A packaged offer involving completion of a UOWC academic pathway program will be issued by the Delegated Authority on behalf of UOWC and the University. (140) The entry requirements into the academic pathway program are determined by the UOWC Australia Academic Board. (141) An applicant, who has received an offer of a place, may request to defer their offer for up to 12 months, subject to the below. (142) The following courses cannot be deferred: (143) Applicants must submit a formal request for deferral online at Accept or Defer Your Offer. (144) Applicants accepted for deferral will be issued a new offer letter with a new commencement date. (145) Applicants who do not take up the deferred offer within the 12 months will be required to submit a new application for admission. (146) The delegated authority may, at its discretion, withdraw any offer if the applicant fails to enrol in the deferred course by the last date to enrol as per the UOW Key Dates or fails to comply with any requirements prescribed by the University in relation to the deferment. (147) An applicant taking up their deferred offer will follow the curriculum in the UOW Course Handbook for the year they commence. If the course is discontinued, they will be offered admission to a comparable course, where available. (148) If a person has: (149) An application to resume studies in the course will be treated as a new application for admission. This means it will be considered in competition with all other applications for admission to the course in accordance with the normal selection process for the course concerned. (150) Applicants may apply for non-award study by completing an Application for Non-Award Study at UOW and applying directly to UOW. (151) To be eligible for non-award study applicants must: (152) Admissions to non-award programs are coordinated by the Student Administration Services Division and are subject to approval by the Faculty Delegated Authority and the availability of class places. (153) Any applicant who has been suspended or excluded from a university will not be permitted to undertake non-award study during the period of their suspension or exclusion. (154) Applicants from other Australian higher education institutions who wish to study UOW subject/s as part of their award course must apply directly to UOW by completing a cross-institutional study application form. (155) The University requires applicants to provide documentary evidence that their own institution has approved the UOW enrolment. (156) UOW admits international students for a program of study which may be counted towards a degree at their home university. Programs of study may be over one or two sessions. (157) Admission for both Study Abroad and Exchange students is coordinated by the Office of Global Student Mobility (OGSM). (158) The student’s study plan is coordinated through the OGSM and assessed by the appropriate faculty. Students must enrol in a minimum of 18 credit points and a maximum of 24 credit points for one session and a minimum of 36 credit points and a maximum of 48 credit points for two sessions. (159) Study Abroad students may apply individually to UOW or through an approved UOW agent or Study Abroad Program Provider. (160) Exchange students must be nominated by their home institutions. Direct applications are not accepted from exchange students. (161) To admit Exchange students, a Student Exchange Agreement must be signed with the overseas partner university. This process is managed by OGSM. The exchange arrangements are bound by the terms of the Student Exchange Agreement, particularly in relation to the number of exchange places. (162) Applicants who have received an offer of admission to a course and wish to change to a different course can apply for enrolment in their preferred course prior to course commencement and no later than the conclusion of the first week of session. This is subject to meeting course entry requirements and availability. Applicants will need to submit a new application for admission. (163) An application to transfer to another course after commencement of a course is covered under the Variation of Course provisions within the Coursework Rules and is approved by the Delegated Authority. (164) The University will maintain appropriate records of the basis of admission of applicants so that: (165) Documentation supporting admissions decisions must be retained according to the State Records Act 1998 (NSW) General Retention and Disposal Authority – GA47. (166) The Education Policy and Quality Subcommittee will regularly monitor and review policies, procedures and decisions relating to admission to courses and report on this monitoring and review via the University Education Committee to Academic Senate. (167) Each Faculty Education Committee will regularly monitor and review course selection requirements with respect to the performance of student cohorts by admissions pathway for courses owned by that Faculty to ensure that they remain current and valid for each course; and report on the results of this monitoring and review to the Education Policy and Quality Subcommittee. (168) An applicant not selected for or refused admission has the right of appeal against the decision on the following grounds: (169) An applicant seeking a review of an admissions decision must first contact the Admissions Office within ten (10) working days of the date of notification that their application for admission has been unsuccessful to request an informal review of their admissions outcome. (170) An applicant who is dissatisfied with the outcome of the informal review and believe they have grounds for an appeal as set out in clause 168 above, may lodge a written statement specifying the grounds on which an appeal is being made and may provide additional information in support of those grounds to the University’s Complaints Management Centre. The Appeal must be lodged within ten (10) working days of receiving notification that their request for informal review has been unsuccessful. (171) Provided the applicant’s written statement complies with clause 168, the Complaints Management Centre will consider the appeal and review the admission application in consultation with the Future Students and International Engagement Division and/or Faculty staff that processed the application for admission or made an application decision. Upon consideration of the appeal, the Delegated Authority will determine the appeal as follows: (172) The Complaints Management Centre must notify the applicant of the outcome of the appeal within twenty (20) working days of receiving the written appeal. (173) University staff responsible for making admission decisions and offers of admission must not participate in any decisions affecting applicants where a potential or actual conflict of interest arises due to a close personal relationship with an applicant in accordance with the Conflict of Interest Policy. (174) To provide for exceptional circumstances arising in any particular case, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic and Student Life) may relax any provisions of this Procedure. (175) Positions with Delegated Authority to make admissions decisions are specified in the Delegations of Authority Policy. (176) Broad responsibilities for admission processes and decision making are as detailed below. (177) Academic Senate is responsible for: (178) the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic and Student Life) is responsible for: (179) The Faculty, through the appropriate Delegated Authority, is responsible for: (180) The Complaints Management Centre is responsible for: (181) The Future Students and International Engagement Division is responsible for: (182) UOW College Australia, through the appropriate Delegated Authority, is responsible for: (183) UOW Global Enterprises is responsible for: (184) Refer to Coursework Rules.Admissions Procedures (Coursework)
Section 1 - Purpose
Section 2 - Scope
Section 3 - Transparency of Admissions
Section 4 - Admission to Undergraduate Courses – Domestic Applicants
Recent Secondary Education
ATAR Plus Additional Criteria – Use of Adjustment Factors
Regional and Remote
Students applying for the Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science and Health who are residing in regional or remote areas as classified by the Australian Standard Geographical Classification – Remoteness Areas (ASGC-RA).
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Veteran Dependents
Spouses and dependents of current and former serving members of the Australian Defence Force in recognition of the disruption to education that can ensue to service families.
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Early Offer of Admission
Pathway Programs
Early Exit from Standard (3 Session) Diplomas
Early Exit from Fast Track (2 Session) Diplomas
Table 1: Pathway Programs – Domestic Students
Preparation Programs
Table 2: UOW Preparation Programs
University Entrance Program
Applicants without the necessary qualifications for direct entry but who meet entry criteria based on HSC subject results or UniSelect literacy and numeracy testing
Apply through the
Universities Admission Centre (UAC) or direct to UOW College Australia.Access and Equity Schemes
Table 3: UOW Access and Equity Schemes
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students Financially disadvantaged students
Low socio-economic students
Regional and remote students
Applicants will be considered for admission on the basis of their International Big Picture Learning Credential (IBPLC) and Big Picture e-portfolio from a Big Picture Learning Australia school.
Bridging Courses
Other Basis of Admission
University Foundation and Preparation Courses
Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study
Higher Education Study
Relevant Professional Experience
Section 5 - Admission to Undergraduate Courses
International Applicants
Table 4: International Pathway Programs
University Foundation and Preparation Courses
Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
Higher Education Study
Section 6 - Admission to One-Year Honours Bachelor Courses
Section 7 - Admission to the Doctor of Medicine
Section 8 - Admission to Postgraduate Coursework Courses
Section 9 - Admission to Offshore Courses
Section 10 - English Language Requirements for Admission
Prior Study in English
English Language Tests
Alternative Assessment of English Proficiency
English Preparation Courses
Faculty Assessment of English Language Proficiency
Section 11 - Admission of Underage Applicants
Section 12 - Applications for Admission
Section 13 - Making and Accepting Offers
Conditional Offers
Packaged Offers
Section 14 - Deferring an Offer
Section 15 - Re-Admission
Section 16 - Admission to Non-award Study
Section 17 - Admission to Cross Institutional Study
Section 18 - Study Abroad and Student Exchange
Section 19 - Variation of Course and Internal Course Transfers
Section 20 - Record Keeping
Section 21 - Monitoring and Review
Section 22 - Right of Appeal
Section 23 - Section 23 - Conflict of Interest
Section 24 - Section 24 - General Savings Clause
Section 25 - Section 25 - Roles and Responsibilities
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Adjustment factor
Eligibility
Maximum Points
UOW catchment adjustments
Students who attend a school in UOW’s catchment areas.
3
Subject adjustments
Awarded for strong performance in relevant HSC subjects.
3
Equity adjustments
High school students who have experienced educational disadvantage may be eligible for up to five adjustment points on one or more equity grounds.
5
Scheme name
Target Group
Application process
UOW College Diplomas
Domestic students who do not qualify for direct entry.
Apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or direct to UOW College Australia
Scheme name
Target group
Application process
Future Me Program (FMP)
Year 12 students
Apply directly to the University’s Future Students and International Engagement Division.
Summer Master Class
Year 12 Students
Scheme name
Target Group
Application process
Woolyungah Indigenous Admissions Program
Applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
Apply directly to UOW’s Woolyungah Indigenous Centre (WIC).
Access UOW
Applicants who meet any equity criteria: including but not limited to-
Students with a disability
Applicants must have a UOW course listed as a preference on their Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) application. Applicants will be interviewed by University staff who assess preparedness for university study.
This assessment is taken into account by the Faculty Delegated Authority in making an offer of admission.
Admissions Scheme -
Home Schooled Students
Students undertaking non-traditional schooling (i.e., Australian Christian Education, Steiner Education Australia, or home schooling).
Apply directly to UOW.
Home-schooled applicants who are studying a non-standard Year 12 program must provide proof of completion of an accredited Year 12 program of study to a satisfactory level.
Applicants must also complete and submit results from either the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Multiple Choice (MC) test or the College Board Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). Applications will be assessed by the UOW Admissions ONLGce.
Admissions Scheme - Refugees
Australian citizens or permanent residents who have been granted refugee status, but who cannot access documentation for qualifications achieved.
Apply directly to UOW. Applicants are required to submit:
a statutory declaration outlining the level of qualification achieved and why they cannot access their qualification; and
a completed Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Multiple Choice (MC) test.
Big Picture Education Australia
Students who have completed their schooling through the Big Picture Education Australia program.
Apply directly to UOW.
Note: not all courses permit entry via the IBPCL.
Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT-MC)
Applicants aged 21 years or older at the time of course commencement and who do not have assessable qualifications or whose qualifications do not meet the University’s entry requirements.
Applicants are selected on the basis of their performance in the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Tests (STAT) Multiple Choice (MC) test.
Note: not all courses permit entry via the STAT.
Scheme name
Target Group
Application process
UOW College Australia Diploma
International students who do not qualify for direct entry based on their academic qualifications and/or English language proficiency.
Applicants apply directly to UOW College Australia.
Foundation Studies Program
English for Tertiary Studies