The University of Western Sydney (UWS) licenses UWSCollege as its agent to manage and teach its Academic programs. Students undertaking Academic Pathway Programs are UWS students.
Foundation Studies prepares students for study in a university environment. On successful completion of Foundation Studies, students gain direct entry into the first year of the equivalent Bachelor Degree program at UWS.
When students apply for Foundation Studies they must select a stream of study that is linked to their preferred university undergraduate degree.
The Foundation Studies Standard Program is designed to be completed in eight months, or 36 weeks. This program includes orientation, teaching, study and examination weeks. Each semester is 18 weeks, with approximately 24 hours face-to-face classes 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.
- Arts/Humanities/Education (PDF, 39.4Kb)
- Nursing (PDF, 93.4Kb)
- Science/Engineering (PDF, 40.5Kb)
- Business and Commerce (PDF, 39.5Kb)
- Computing (PDF, 39.4Kb)
Completion of year 11 (with superior grades) or Year 12 equivalent.
Your application will be based on your UAI/ATAR.
Each application is given individual consideration. If additional criteria are to be assessed, this will need to be provided to UWSCollege Admissions.
