English Programs
UOW College is owned and endorsed by the University of Wollongong (UOW), a leading Australian university with an international reputation for excellence.
Our internationally recognised university preparation programs are designed for students seeking entry to UOW. With our intensive pattern of study you will be qualified and prepared for university in the minimum amount of time.
UOW College is located on the UOW campus, giving you access to all of the university’s state-of-the-art facilities. You will become part of the UOW College and UOW community, which attracts students from around Australia and the world. It is a friendly and safe community with a multitude of social, sports and cultural activities – an environment where you can make the most of living, learning and preparing for university.
What English Course Should I Study?
UOW College offers a range of English and Academic courses. To determine what course is best for you please use the table below.
| English Course | Who For | Entry Level | Purpose | Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English for Academic Purposes (EAP) | Near beginner to lower intermediate English students | IELTS<5* | Improve basic English skills in preparation for higher level academic English study | Standalone course OR can lead to Direct Entry English courses OR Foundation/Diploma courses |
| English for Tertiary Studies (ETS) | Intermediate English students | IELTS 5.0-6.0 (writing 5.0 or 5.5)* | Improve English to gain direct admission to university | Direct Entry to postgraduate / undergraduate |
| English for Business (EB) | Intermediate English students | IELTS 6.0 (writing 5.5)* | Improve English to gain direct admission to postgraduate business courses | Direct entry to postgraduate courses at Faculty of Commerce/ Sydney Business School |
| Introduction to Academic Studies (IAS) | High level English students | Met direct entry English requirements for UOW degree | Additional English and academic study preparation before commencing degree | Direct Entry to postgraduate/undergraduate |
| General English | Students who want to improve English for everyday use/work | No required level of English | Improve English skills for everyday usage, not necessarily for progression to Uni | Standalone course OR can lead to EAP or other specialised English courses |
| English plus Uni | Students who want to improve English and sample study in a university course | IELTS 5.5* and completed High School | To improve English skills and gain exposure to University study by auditing 1-2 subjects | Standalone course |
| IELTS Test Preparation | Students who need to sit an IELTS test | IELTS 5.0* | Develop reading, writing, listening and speaking English skills to the required level | To sit for the IELTS test |
* Or the equivalent in another recognised test of English
How long do I need to study English?
Use this chart to calculate the length of English study that UOW College recommends, based on your current level of English.
| Score at time of application | Estimated time required to reach entry score (weeks) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level | IELTS | TOEFL (Internet) |
IELTS 5.0 |
IELTS 5.5 |
IELTS 6.0 |
IELTS 6.5 |
IELTS 7.0 |
| Advanced | 6.5 | 88 | 12 | ||||
| 6 | 79 | 12 | 18 | ||||
| 5.5 | 70 | 12 | 18 | 24 | |||
| Intermediate | 5 | 61 | 12 | 18 | 24 | 30 | |
| 4.5 | 52 | 12 | 18 | 24 | 30 | 36 | |
| Lower- Intermediate |
4 | 45 | 18 | 24 | 30 | 36 | 42 |
| 3.5 | 38 | 24 | 30 | 36 | 42 | 48 | |
| Elementary | 3 | 24 | 30 | 36 | 42 | 48 | 48+ |
UOW College is an authorised IELTS testing centre and has many test dates available throughout the year. You can prepare for and take your IELTS test in the one location.
