University Foundation Studies prepares you for study in a university environment. On successful completion you can gain direct entry into the first year of the equivalent Bachelor Degree program at UWS.
Program Details
CRICOS Code 016665E
The Standard Program (Two Semester) is designed to be completed in eight months, or 36 weeks. The program includes orientation, teaching, study and examination weeks.
Each semester is 18 weeks, with approximately 24 hours teaching or in-class work each week.
Your choice of study specialisation is your link to your preferred university undergraduate program. For more information on subject lists and descriptions click on the links below.
You will need to satisfy both requirements below.
- Academic: Equivalent to successful competition of Year 11 (with superior grades) in Australia. Click here for more specific Country Specific Entry Requirements (PDF, 62.4Kb).
- English: IELTS(Academic) 5.5/TOEFL 525 / (Computer based = 195). Click here for more details on English Language Program Dates (PDF, 50.4Kb).
Recognition of prior learning
If you have completed certain entry requirements you may be eligible to apply for advanced standing, reducing the duration of your course. Applications for advanced standing should be submitted along with the initial application into the University Foundation Studies program.


