Course summary
The Diploma of Science Fast Track can get you guaranteed* entry into the second year of a Bachelor of Science or first year of a Bachelor of Science Education at the University of Wollongong (UOW).
The course is designed for international students, studying in Australia.
What is the science behind life? What makes up the world’s diverse species and ecosystems? How do we protect and manage the earth’s wildlife and environment?
In the Diploma of Science Fast Track you will address these fundamental questions and gain the skills to be better prepared to succeed at your UOW bachelor. The course is designed to empower you to apply scientific thinking and analysis to important issues impacting the world today. You’ll explore various concepts and skills in mathematics and a variety of fundamental science disciplines and graduate with a Higher Education Diploma to help get you into the workforce while completing your bachelor's degree.
We offer two intakes a year, allowing you the flexibility to choose when you commence. The duration of this course is 9 months full-time, or part-time equivalent. See the course outline for more information.
This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Authority (TEQSA) and delivered by UOW College Australia (Institute of Higher Education: PRV12027; CRICOS: 02723D; RTO: 91159).
Course information
Study area
Pathway to UOW, Science
Campus
UOW College Wollongong
Course Code
2905
60
Duration
2 sessions over 7 months
Delivery
On Campus
Cricos
0101922
UAC Code
759040
Admission, Key dates, and Fees
A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.
For any specific advice or questions regarding an application, please contact the Future Students Team.
Not available to domestic students.
FEES
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
UOW College Wollongong | On Campus | $12,000 (2024) | $24,000 (2024) |
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum ATAR equivalent 60 (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank), OR
- Minimum 70% in 4 HSC Subjects (or equivalent), OR,
- Minimum 75% in 3 HSC Subjects (or equivalent), OR
- Interstate ATAR equivalent (such as Victoria’s ENTER or Queensland OP), OR
- Results in an overseas qualification deemed equivalent to minimum ATAR, OR
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
If any of the above entry requirements are not met, applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
To gain entry into this course you need to have met the following requirements:
IELTS Academic 6.0 (min 6.0 in Reading and Writing) or equivalent completed in the last two years; or
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS COMPLETED IN ENGLISH: Applicants may be considered as meeting the English language requirement if successfully completing two (2) years of secondary or tertiary study at an approved institution where:
- the language of instruction was English; and
- the institution is located in a country where the official language is English.
Academic transcripts and an official letter from the institution certifying that English was the sole language of instruction and assessment must be provided. Previous study in English is considered on a case-by-case basis and does not automatically meet UOW's English language requirement.
The following citizenships may be considered for an English language waiver under the above guideline: Bahamas, Barbados, Canada, Fiji, Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, UK, USA.
FEES
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
UOW College Wollongong | On Campus | $14,496 (2024) | $28,992 (2024) |
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. The fees outlined in your Letter of Offer of Admission to the University are correct at the point of offer, but are indicative and subject to change without notice. The indicative total course tuition fee is an estimate, based on normal course length and progression and current course fees.
Admission Profile
INDICATIVE ENROLMENT
STUDENT PROFILE
This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW College for this course. It provides data on students that commenced the program, and continued study beyond the census date at UOW College in 2023.
Applicant background |
2023 intake |
2023 intake (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course. |
- |
- |
| Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school. |
- |
- |
| Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education. |
- |
- |
|
Recent secondary education |
||
| ATAR Only Students admitted only on the basis of ATAR including any applied adjustment factors. |
- |
- |
| ATAR plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both ATAR and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results). |
- |
- |
| Other criteria only (non-ATAR) These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where ATAR was not a factor (e.g. UOW Early Admission). |
- |
- |
| International students All other students. |
- |
- |
| All students |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)
ATAR PROFILE
This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with other factors.
|
ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2023 |
ATAR The unadjusted, raw ATARs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR. | Selection Rank The ATARs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors. |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Median rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)
More Information
For more information about UOW College admission pathways, see UOW College Admission Information.
Key Dates
SESSION | CAMPUS | SESSION DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
2024 UOW College Autumn | UOW College Wollongong | Key dates for UOW College courses are available on the UOW College website. |
2024 UOW College Spring | UOW College Wollongong | Key dates for UOW College courses are available on the UOW College website. |
Course Structure
(Current year structure - subject to change)
Course HandbookWhy choose this course
Upon successful completion of this course, you may progress to the following UOW courses:
- Bachelor of Marine Science - Credit includes entry into 2nd Year (8 subjects, 48 credit points)
- Bachelor of Science (All specialisations) - Credit includes entry into 2nd Year (8 subjects, 48 credit points)