The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) campus located at Knowledge Village in Dubai, in the
United Arab Emirates (UAE) has approximately an enrolment of over 3,500 students representing
105 nationalities. Dubai, a city often regarded as the most cosmopolitan and westernised city in the
Middle East, offers a unique international experience for UOW students. This FAQ sheet provides information to assist with your planning to include studies for your UOW degree at this exciting new international study destination.
UOWD offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs so qualified students can select from a wide range of subjects to fit their UOW course requirements. Students will need to check availability of each subject for the semester in which they intend to participate. Information about the UOWD selection of subjects is available at the following link: http://www.uowdubai.ac.ae/undergraduate-programs/subject-descriptions
Who is eligible to participate in the Dubai Study program?
Students enrolled in a relevant degree at UOW who meet the normal requirements for participating in the International Exchange Program are eligible to apply for a place in the Dubai Study Program.
The final selection will be based on academic merit and other ambassadorial qualities of individual applicants.
How will the studies be recorded on my academic record?
UOWD follows the same curriculum as UOW, so students can study the same subjects as they would at UOW- subject to availability. Students will also continue to be enrolled at UOW, even though they will be studying at UOWD. The UOW transcript will state that the student has undertaken a session at UOWD, with your marks from subjects undertaken at UOWD appearing on your UOW transcript.
What fees are applicable?
All visa fees, travel and accommodation fees are the responsibility of the individual students.
Students will continue to pay tuition fees or other fees payable under normal UOW billing arrangements.
Where will I live?
Apartment style, shared rooms will be made available for students in the University Residences.
There are separate residences for male and female students. Details of accommodation costs can be found under the prospective student links on the UOWD website at www.uowdubai.ac.ae
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How do I apply for the Dubai Study Program?
Once you have attended an Information Session, complete an International Exchange Application
Form; along with required documents, including a proposed study plan (International Exchange
Program Advanced Standing Form), a personal statement, a financial statement, and two references and submit it to the Office of Global Student Mobility. The closing date for programs commencing in
January is mid-June; the closing date for applications commencing in September is December of the year prior.
How is the program of study at UOWD approved?
Applications will be assessed by the UOW Office of Global Student Mobility, and all eligible applicants will be invited to attend an interview. Once an offer is made by the UOW Office of Global
Student Mobility, applicants will be assisted in applying to the University of Wollongong in Dubai.
Final acceptance is at the discretion of the host university.
Where can I find more information?
For further information on the exchange program, check the International Exchange website for updates, or contact us at studyabroad@uow.edu.au
. For more information on studying in Dubai, visit the UOWD website at www.uowdubai.ac.ae
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Office of Global Student Mobility
University of Wollongong
NSW 2522
Australia
Ph: +612 4221 5400 Fax: +61 2 4221 3499 Email: studyabroad@uow.edu.au