International fees and scholarships

UOW College Australia offers a range of pathway, diploma, foundation studies, English language and vocational courses for international students.

Tuition fees vary depending on the course and year of commencement. In 2027, tuition fees range from AUD $30,240 for Foundation Studies to AUD $42,192 for the Diploma of Nursing. Eligible international students may also be able to access scholarships or bursaries that reduce their tuition fees.

All international student fees are listed in Australian Dollars (AUD) and are subject to annual review. Please refer to your Letter of Offer for your confirmed course fees, payment schedule and applicable scholarship or bursary.

Fees & payment options

Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may change. Students who defer, transfer or otherwise vary enrolment may become liable for the fees applicable to the revised enrolment.

2026 fees

Course Cost per session Number of sessions (study periods) Total tuition (AUD)^
Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities Fast Track $14,520 2 $29,040
Diploma Business 2 session $16,536 2 $33,072
Diploma Business 3 session $11,520 3 $34,560
Diploma of Information Technology 2 session $18,192 2 $36,384
Diploma of Information Technology 3 session $12,600 3 $37,800
Diploma Engineering 2 session $18,960 2 $37,920
Diploma Engineering 3 session $13,320 3 $39,960
Diploma of Science 2 session $17,544 2 $35,088
Diploma of Science 3 session $12,648 3 $37,944
Foundation Studies 2 session $13,800 2 $27,600

 

2027 fees

Course Course code Number of sessions (study periods) Total tuition (AUD) ^
Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities Fast Track 3193 2 $31,824
Diploma of Business Fast Track (International)  1950 2 $35,376
Diploma Business Standard (International) 1952 3 $36,990
Diploma of Information Technology Fast Track (International)  1963 2 $38,928
Diploma of Information Technology Standard (International)  1964 3 $40,446
Diploma Engineering Fast Track (International) 2902 2 $39,648
Diploma Engineering Standard (International) 2903 3 $41,820
Diploma of Science Fast Track (International) 2905 2 $38,448
Diploma of Science Standard (International) 2906 3 $41,616
Foundation Studies 2 session 1930 2 $30,240

^ If your course spans more than one calendar year, the total tuition fee payable over the duration of the course may vary due to annual fee adjustments.

Course Year Tuition (AUD)^
HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing 2026 $38,496
HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing 2027 $42,192

^ If your course spans more than one calendar year, the total tuition fee payable over the duration of the course may vary due to annual fee adjustments.

This section displays fees for the below courses:

  • General English*
  • English for Academic Purposes*
  • English for Tertiary Studies*
  • Introduction to Academic Studies*

2026 and 2027 fees

Course duration (weeks) Total tuition (AUD)^
1 $599
6 $3,594
12 $7,188
18 $10,782
24 $14,376
30 $17,970
36 $21,564
42 $25,158
48 $28,752

* Whilst this course is registered independently on CRICOS, letters of offer and enrolments will be made under CRICOS Course Code 069912A English Language Programs (Beginner to Advanced). English Language Programs is a packaged course offered by UOW College for the study of multiple English language courses, including English for Academic Purposes (CRICOS Code 057131G), English for Tertiary Studies (CRICOS Code 059174B), General English (CRICOS Code 057140F), Introduction to Academic Studies (CRICOS Code 057141E) and English Plus Uni (CRICOS Code 057138M). 

^ If your course spans more than one calendar year, the total tuition fee payable over the duration of the course may vary due to annual fee adjustments.

The English Plus Uni* fees below are for entry into "Phase 2".

Students requiring additional English ("Phase 1") will receive an English course offer with fees and duration options as shown above in Fees for English Study.

2026 fees

Number of subjects Weeks Cost per week Cost per session
1 12 $637.50 $7,650
2 18 $637.50 $11,475

2027 fees

Number of subjects Weeks Cost per week Cost per session
1 12 $638 $7,656
2 18 $638 $11,484

* Whilst this course is registered independently on CRICOS, letters of offer and enrolments will be made under CRICOS Course Code 069912A English Language Programs (Beginner to Advanced). English Language Programs is a packaged course offered by UOW College for the study of multiple English language courses, including English for Academic Purposes (CRICOS Code 057131G), English for Tertiary Studies (CRICOS Code 059174B), General English (CRICOS Code 057140F), Introduction to Academic Studies (CRICOS Code 057141E) and English Plus Uni (CRICOS Code 057138M). 

International students can make payment through the applicant portal (StudyLink) or via Flywire. Please refer to your Letter of Offer for payment due dates, accepted payment methods and instructions. 

Scholarships

UOW College Australia offers a range of international bursaries and scholarships to students for both English Language and Academic Pathway courses. 

All students will be automatically assessed during the application process. If eligible, the bursary or scholarship will be included in the offer letter. 

Students are also encouraged to visit the University of Wollongong website to explore additional scholarships that may be available for the University component of a packaged offer.  

2026 Scholarships

Scholarship 2026 International Academic Course Bursary
Amount 20% tuition fee waiver for the minimum duration of an eligible course
Citizenship requirements  All international students, excluding Australian and New Zealand citizens 
Eligible courses 
  • Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities Fast Track (2 Sessions) – 3193  
  • Diploma of Business (2 Sessions) – 1950  
  • Diploma of Business (3 Sessions) – 1952  
  • Diploma of Engineering (2 Sessions) – 2902  
  • Diploma of Engineering (3 Sessions) – 2903  
  • Diploma of Information Technology (2 Sessions) – 1963  
  • Diploma of Information Technology (3 Sessions) – 1964  
  • Diploma of Science (2 Sessions) – 2905  
  • Foundation Studies (2 Sessions) – 1930
Scholarship issuance
  • Automatically applied to eligible offers for sessions in 2026
  • Only one UOW College scholarship, sponsorship or bursary per course (except the Study Tour Scholarship, which can be combined)
  • Students may also be eligible for the English Language Pathway Bursary or English Language Bursary based on their English language offer
Scholarship 2026 English Language Pathway Bursary
Amount 20% tuition fee waiver 
Students eligible for this bursary are also eligible for the International Academic Course Bursary.
Citizenship requirements All international students, excluding Australian and New Zealand citizens
Eligible courses
  • English for Academic Purposes (EAP) – CRICOS: 057131G  
  • English for Tertiary Studies (ETS) – CRICOS: 059174B 

These courses must be completed as a requirement prior to a UOW College Diploma or Foundation Studies program. 
Scholarship issuance
  • Valid for all future sessions in 2026  
  • Students eligible for this bursary are also eligible for the International Academic Course Bursary
Scholarship 2026 English Language Bursary 
Amount 30% tuition fee waiver 
Citizenship requirements  Citizens of Central and South America, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, or Vietnam 
Eligible courses 
  • General English – CRICOS: 057140F  
  • English for Academic Purposes (EAP) – CRICOS: 057131G  
  • English for Tertiary Studies (ETS) – CRICOS: 059174B
Scholarship issuance 
  • 2026 scholarship available to eligible students with offers issued after 7th July  
  • Applicable for students commencing in 2026, subject to Terms and Conditions  
  • Only one UOW College scholarship, sponsorship, or bursary per course (except the Study Tour Scholarship, which can be combined)

2027 Scholarships

Bursary details 2027 International Academic Course Bursary 
Bursary value 10% to 25% tuition fee bursary, depending on the student’s eligibility.
Eligible students Available to eligible international students. Specific eligibility criteria apply and will be assessed at the time of offer. 
Eligible courses

The following courses commencing in 2027: 

  • Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities Fast Track – 3193
  • Diploma of Business Fast Track (International) – 1950
  • Diploma of Business Standard (International) – 1952
  • Diploma of Engineering Fast Track (International) – 2902
  • Diploma of Engineering Standard (International) – 2903
  • Diploma of Information Technology Fast Track (International) – 1963
  • Diploma of Information Technology Standard (International) – 1964
  • Diploma of Science Fast Track (International) – 2905
  • Diploma of Science Standard (International) – 2906
  • Foundation Studies (2 Sessions) – 1930 
Number available Unlimited
Exclusions This bursary is not available to sponsored students, Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents or New Zealand citizens. Only one UOW College bursary, sponsorship or scholarship applies per course. 
Bursary issuance
  • Applied automatically at offer stage where eligibility criteria are met. 
  • The bursary amount depends on the student’s eligibility. 
  • The bursary cannot be transferred to another course type. 
  • Only one UOW College bursary, sponsorship or scholarship applies per course. 
Bursary details 2027 English Pathway Bursary 
Bursary value 20% tuition fee bursary 
Eligible students All international students, excluding Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents and New Zealand citizens. 
Eligible courses

The following courses commencing in 2027: 

  • English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
  • English for Tertiary Studies (ETS)

 These courses must be packaged with a UOW College Diploma or Foundation Studies program. 
Number available Unlimited
Exclusions This bursary is not available to Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents or New Zealand citizens. 
Bursary issuance
  • Applied automatically at offer stage to eligible pathway English courses. 
  • Applies only when the English course is packaged with a UOW College Diploma or Foundation Studies program. 
  • Students may also be eligible for an academic course bursary, depending on their packaged academic course and citizenship eligibility. 
  • Only one UOW College bursary, sponsorship or scholarship applies per course. 
Bursary details 2027 General English Bursary 
Bursary value 15% tuition fee bursary 
Eligible students International students holding citizenship from Brazil, Cambodia, Colombia, Japan, Mexico, Mongolia, Peru, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, or Vietnam. 
Eligible courses

The following courses commencing in 2027: 

  • General English - 1940
  • Group Program General English - 1900 
Number available Unlimited
Exclusions This bursary applies to stand-alone English language courses only. 
Bursary issuance
  • Applied automatically at offer stage to eligible stand-alone English language courses. 
  • Cannot be transferred to another course type. 
  • Only one UOW College bursary, sponsorship or scholarship applies per course. 
Bursary details 2027 Partner Institution English Bursary 
Bursary value 30% tuition fee bursary 
Eligible students International students enrolled directly through an approved UOW College institutional partnership arrangement, without involvement from a UOW or UOW College recognised education agent. 
Eligible courses

The following courses commencing in 2027: 

  • General English - 1940
  • Group Program General English - 1900 
Number available Unlimited 
Exclusions This bursary is not available to students referred by, recruited by, counselled by, or applying through a UOW College recognised education agent. It is also not available to sponsored students, Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents or New Zealand citizens. 
Bursary issuance
  • Applied at offer stage to eligible students enrolled through approved UOW College institutional partnership arrangements.  
  • Cannot be transferred to another course type.  
  • Only one UOW College bursary, sponsorship or scholarship applies per course. 
Scholarship details HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing Scholarship
Scholarship value 10% tuition fee waiver for the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
Eligible students All international students, excluding Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents and New Zealand citizens. 
Eligible courses

The following course commencing in 2027: 

  • Diploma of Nursing – 1996 
Exclusions

This scholarship is not available to Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents or New Zealand citizens. 
Scholarship issuance
  • Applied automatically at offer stage to the eligible Diploma of Nursing course.
  • Cannot be transferred to another course type.
  • Only one UOW College scholarship, sponsorship or bursary applies per course. 

Scholarship Terms and conditions

  1. To be eligible to receive a bursary or scholarship with UOW College Australia, the applicant must be a citizen of the stipulated country.  
  2. Where a student extends their course after course commencement at UOW College Australia, the tuition fee for the period of the extension will be at the same bursary or scholarship rate.  
  3. The bursary or scholarship can only be used on the course dates as specified in the offer of admission. Where an applicant defers or otherwise changes the course commencement date, the bursary or scholarship will be reassessed and may not be re-offered for that deferred course commencement date.  
  4. This scholarship and bursary scheme supersedes all previous offers.  
  5. Scholarship and bursary recipients may be invited to participate in selected marketing initiatives by UOW College Australia and are expected to be willing to engage in these activities.
  6. All fees are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and are dependent on the actual year of commencement and are subject to change without notice and in accordance with approved annual fee increases.

FAQs

Tuition fees vary depending on the course you study. In 2027, pathway and diploma course fees range from AUD $30,240 for Foundation Studies to AUD $42,192 for the Diploma of Nursing. English language course fees depend on the duration of study.

International students can make payments through the applicant portal (StudyLink) or via Flywire. Payment instructions, due dates and accepted payment methods are detailed in the student's Letter of Offer. 

Yes. UOW College Australia offers a range of scholarships and bursaries for eligible international students across pathway, diploma, foundation studies, nursing and English language programs. Eligible students are automatically assessed during the application process.

UOW College Australia offers a range of scholarships and bursaries for eligible international students across pathway, diploma, foundation studies, nursing and English language programs. Eligible students are automatically assessed during the application process.