University of Wollongong
UOW is a dynamic, innovative university that, in just 50 years, has become one of Australia’s leading institutions.Known for academic excellence and an outstanding student experience, UOW actively contributes to the community by developing highly employable graduates and pioneering research in critical fields like clean energy and healthcare.In the 2024 Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) survey, UOW exceeded national benchmarks in teaching quality, student support, and learning resources. Impressively, 87.6% of our graduates secure employment within four months.We proudly lead in equity, topping the Australian Financial Review’s 2024 Best University Rankings for delivering exceptional outcomes for regional, Indigenous, and low socioeconomic students.Globally recognised, UOW ranks 2nd nationally and 16th worldwide in the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings. Our commitment to sustainability earned us equal 44th globally and 9th nationally in the 2024 THE Impact Rankings, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Additionally, five of our subject areas—including law and engineering—are ranked within the global top 200, further demonstrating the depth of our teaching and research excellence.Celebrating our 50th anniversary, UOW reflects on half a century of significant achievements and looks forward to the future with a renewed dedication to sustainability, innovation, and equity.At UOW, our researchers, students, alumni, and staff are shaping a better future for all.
