Welcome international students!

To welcome you to UOW, we have organised events, workshops and resources to help you make friends, settle into your classes and adjust to life in a new country. Take a look at what's on below, and then add them to your schedule.

Your Belong checklist

  1. Attend a Welcome Session
  2. Get to know the resources and support available to help you succeed and thrive.
  3. Join an English language conversation group 
  4. Check out the social and friendship programs on offer
  5. Complete the International Student Success Course.

Upcoming Events

If you would like to add any of the events below to your It's Go Time Schedule, please click on the button below and update your registration:

Image Name Time Description Location
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Australian Sports Discovery for International StudentsAustralian Sports Discovery for International Students2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us for an exciting introduction to Australian sports! Whether you're an experienced athlete or new to the game, this session is tailor-made for international students eager to dive into Aussie sports culture while forging friendships with peers from around the world.

Building 9, Sports Hub
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Beach and Water Safety Beach and Water Safety 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Discover the fundamentals of water safety! This Beach and Water Safety Session is designed to teach students the vital skills to stay safe in Aussie waters. From understanding beach flag signals to identifying rips and effectively communicating with lifeguards, we empower students to prioritise safety while fully embracing the Aussie beach lifestyle!

Wollongong Campus
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Australian Sports Discovery for International Students Australian Sports Discovery for International Students 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Join us for an exciting introduction to Australian sports! Whether you're an experienced athlete or new to the game, this session is tailor-made for international students eager to dive into Aussie sports culture while forging friendships with peers from around the world.

Outside Building 9, Sports Hub
Australian Sports Discovery for Female International Students Australian Sports Discovery for Female International Students 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Join us for an exciting introduction to Australian sports! Whether you're an experienced athlete or new to the game, this session is tailor-made for female international students eager to dive into Aussie sports culture while forging friendships with peers from around the world.

Outside Building 9, Sports Hub
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Australian International Student Sports eventAustralian International Student Sports event12:30 PM

Discover Australian culture through sport! Join in this fun and inclusive activity and learn more about Aussie sports and society.

UOW Liverpool Campus
Friday, March 15, 2024
Beach and Water Safety - OnlineBeach and Water Safety - Online11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Discover the fundamentals of water safety! This online Beach and Water Safety Session is designed to teach students the vital skills to stay safe in Aussie waters. From understanding beach flag signals to identifying rips and effectively communicating with lifeguards, we empower students to prioritise safety while fully embracing the Aussie beach lifestyle!

Online

Other Events on Campus

The events below require either no registrations or registrations are taken via a form outside of the It's Go Time site. Please follow instructions below for any events you're interested in: 

Name

Date

Time

Description

Location

Link to Register

Welcome and Late Arrivals Session

Held between December and March

Various times

All you need to know when entering the country. Make sure you start off your UOW Journey with as much information as possible.

Building 20, Room 1, UOW Wollongong Campus

External Registration