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UOW
Shoalhaven

UOW Shoalhaven has been providing the local community with access to world-class university education for 31 years; proudly producing over 2,100 UOW graduates. Located on George Evans Road, Mundamia, the campus offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, a pathway program and academic support throughout your degree.

Start your study close to home in 2024

We understand that moving away or commuting to Wollongong might not be possible for everyone, especially during your first year. At UOW Shoalhaven, we have some exciting study opportunities available in 2024 that'll help you stay connected with your study goals while staying close to home.

One program offers a fantastic introduction to studying at university, while the other allows you to undertake the first year of your degree at UOW Shoalhaven. Both programs include the personalised support and small campus experience that UOW Shoalhaven is known for. Take a look at these options and see how we can make your journey easier. If you have questions about either program, please email ask-shoalhaven@uow.edu.au or call 02 4448 0888.

The UOW Specialised Gap Year program can be undertaken at UOW Shoalhaven and is available in most study areas.

This program allows students to study for their degree locally and part-time for one year before making the move to classes at UOW Wollongong in 2025. 

It allows students to get familiar with uni and get started on their degree, and is a great alternative to a gap year.

If you're keen to start uni full-time but not ready to leave your local area you may be able to take the first year of your UOW degree right here in the Shoalhaven.

The first year of the following undergraduate degrees can be studied here in 2024.

Several other first-year programs may also be offered. Reach out to us if you have questions about your course of study.

Regional scholarships

The below scholarships are just an example of the financial support offered to students at UOW Shoalhaven. 

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Country to Coast Scholarship
Mia International student LHA Destination Australia Scholarships
Female student sitting at desk holding coffee cup, smiling at the camera Regional Kick Start scholarships
Male nursing student wearing blue scrubs, and stethoscope. training with human dummy Future Skills scholarships

Regional and rural nursing

At UOW our nursing practical placements are built into our industry-accredited degrees. The UOW Bachelor of Nursing degree contains 840 hours of work-based placements. Every clinical placement will develop the practical skills that you need to become a sought-after graduate.

Study nursing at UOW

Growing up in a rural town myself and being in New South Wales, I was quite interested in regional health. By studying at Wollongong University, I've been able to do a four week placement in Broken Hill and see some of the differences in health care out there. I've also been able to go out to Alice Springs and see different healthcare centres and hospitals there and that's really opened my eyes to all the different things that I can do in rural health.

Courses offered at UOW Shoalhaven

Our Shoalhaven campus provides students with a supportive, student-centred environment, face-to-face teaching, and interactive digital access to UOW lectures. The campus is also a support hub for students studying online with UOW, offering academic and practical support during their studies. If you live in the region and are considering uni study, take a look at what your local campus has to offer.

APPLY TO STUDY AT UOW SHOALHAVEN

 If you have any questions about studying at UOW, please contact us.

As well as our full degree programs, you can study the 1st year of the following UOW undergraduate degrees UOW Shoalhaven

The 1st year of several other programs is also offered. Contact ask-shoalhaven@uow.edu.au to find out if you can start the degree you are interested in at this campus.

Tutorial classes are delivered online with flexible timetabling, with on-campus study facilities and support available through your local campus.


 This program is available for the following degrees: 

  • Bachelor of Arts - all campuses
  • Bachelor of Business - all campuses 
  • Bachelor of Business Administration - all campuses
  • Bachelor of Social Science - UOW Shoalhaven
  • Bachelor of Nursing - UOW Eurobodalla, UOW Bega Valley, and UOW Shoalhaven 

 

The University Entrance Program (UEP) is a fee-free program^ that - on successful completion - offers guaranteed entry* into the first year of a range of UOW bachelor degrees.

This program is offered to Domestic students only.

For further information, visit the UOW College course page.


 ^There are limited fully funded Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available for this course. Where a CSP is awarded, the UEP course will be fee-free. 

*Guarantee is subject to meeting UOW entry requirements.

With the exception of the Master of Teaching and Doctor of Medicine, the following postgraduate degrees are available through UOW online. The Master of Teaching  and Doctor of Medicine are delivered 'face-to-face' here, at UOW Shoalhaven.
Local students who study online with UOW are encouraged to explore the supportive resources available at UOW Shoalhaven while pursuing their online postgraduate degree. Additionally, they are welcome to use the campus facilities for an enhanced academic experience.

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UOW Shoalhaven has developed a reputation as a cooperative learning environment with a high standard of academic excellence. 

It's the flexibility, community and support that Robert values

I knew I wanted to study at UOW due to their reputation. I chose UOW Shoalhaven as I valued the community they have created here. Being a smaller campus, the tutors and academics get to know each individual student, creating a safe and supportive environment. I work full-time and study full-time, and UOW Shoalhaven has offered me the flexibility to stay in the job I enjoy and remain close to friends and family. Robert Bachelor of Nursing student, UOW Shoalhaven

Top 5

The latest QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey ranked UOW fifth among Australian public universities and 2nd in NSW, with overall satisfaction of graduates at 87.3 per cent.

Employer Satisfaction Survey Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) 2022

5 stars

UOW received a 5-star rating for undergraduate skills development.

The Good Universities Guide 2023

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At UOW Shoalhaven we're always happy to help. Call or email with your questions or book a time to come on campus to talk in person and take a tour. Our campus is located at George Evans Road, Mundamia.