Exciting New Partnership: OzTREKK Welcomes the University of Wollongong!
In steadfast commitment to our “Student First” mission, OzTREKK is pleased to announce a new partnership with the University of Wollongong (UOW).
This collaboration significantly broadens the horizon for North American students seeking to study in Australia, particularly by expanding our offerings in high-demand fields like medicine and providing diverse pathways to a world-class education.
About the University of Wollongong (UOW)
UOW is a premier Australian university globally recognized for excellence in research, community engagement, and education. Originally founded through local donations with a vision for regional growth, it has evolved into one of the world’s top modern universities.
UOW collaborates with governments, industries, and researchers to tackle the world’s most pressing medical, social, economic, and environmental challenges.
UOW at a Glance:
- Academic Breadth: More than 300 courses led by industry professionals
- Global Reach: 9 Australian campuses and 4 international locations
- Elite Network: A community of 191,000+ alumni from 207 countries
- Global Impact: Ranked =31st in the world (Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2025)
A Commitment to Diversity and Excellence
UOW aims to remain within the top 1% of universities worldwide. This goal is fueled by a culture of “Excellence through Diversity,” where staff and students reflect a wide range of cultures, genders, sexualities, and abilities. UOW prides itself on celebrating individual identities and the power of intersectionality.
Comprehensive Student Support Services
Every UOW student has access to a robust suite of free resources designed to help them reach their academic and career milestones:
Student Success Portal
Your central digital hub to book appointments, chat with mentors, and sign up for support programs.
Academic & Study Support
Access the Student Engagement and Retention Team, library staff advice, and specific academic skills guidance.
Workshops & Peer Learning
Participate in Academic Skills workshops, Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS), and HDR-specific seminars.
International Student Well-being
Dedicated support including counseling, the Safe & Respectful Communities (SARC) initiative, a 24-hour Well-being Support Line, and the International Student Health Hub.
Explore the UOW Campus Network
UOW’s global footprint ensures students are connected to opportunity regardless of where they study.
Wollongong
The main Wollongong campus is celebrated as one of Australia’s most beautiful, nestled within native bushland. Just 2 km away sits the Innovation Campus, a high-tech precinct blending UOW research institutes with commercial innovators.
Sydney
UOW offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and pathway programs across 3 key Sydney hubs:
- UOW Liverpool
- UOW Sutherland
- UOW Sydney CBD
Regional NSW
To make world-class education accessible to all, UOW maintains a network of regional campuses. These locations offer a community-driven, personalized learning environment:
- UOW Bega Valley
- UOW Eurobodalla
- UOW Shoalhaven
- UOW Southern Highlands
About the Wollongong Doctor of Medicine
The UOW Doctor of Medicine (MD) program reflects a contemporary approach to medical education. Medical practitioners from UOW local communities as well as and health practitioners from other health professions are extensively involved in all aspects of the MD program.
The MD has a strong focus on regional, rural, and remote healthcare, so many clinical placements are in those locations in NSW. MD students in Phase 2 may also be placed in one of the rural campuses. The final 6 months of the MD focusses on working in healthcare teams in clinical settings and readiness for clinical practice as an intern.
Program: Doctor of Medicine
Location: Perth, Western Australia
Intake: January
Duration: 4 years
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