Study Tour Guide

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PACIFIC OCEAN UOW

WOLLONGONG

study tour guide A UNIQUE AUSTRALIAN learning & cultural experience

Our Study Tour Programs

Welcome from the College Director

Study tours are an exciting way to sample life and study in Wollongong, providing an opportunity to improve your English while experiencing Australian culture firsthand.

UOW College is pleased to welcome students from our overseas partner institutions into our study tour and group programs. Group programs can be customised to meet the needs of students from a range of English language levels, backgrounds and ages. These programs can range in length from just a couple of days, to a truly integrated experience where students can study a range of English language courses on a semester Study Abroad program.

Study tours

Specialised Study tours

UOW College study tours provide opportunities for intercultural exchange, English proficiency and a wide range of fun activities and opportunities to forge lifelong friendships through meeting new people.

Specialised study tours for adults and professional groups are also available to enable students to gain knowledge of the local environment of Wollongong and relevant industries.

Typical study tours include: • English classes • Visits to local schools • Homestay with a local family • An exciting range of full or half day tour options

At UOW College you will have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful and vibrant campus of the University of Wollongong, and to meet and mix with both international and Australian students through shared activities and facilities.

As well as your formal English classes, the UOW College experience provides you with many

Our specialised study tours include: • Social Welfare • Young Learners for under 18 year old students • English Teacher Training • Primary and High School integration programs • Industry specific tours depending on your requirements

opportunities to develop your confidence in interacting with English speakers. You may choose to live with an English-speaking family and experience the Australian way of life, or it may be possible for you to stay in one of our universitymanaged residences. In addition, we can offer an exciting range of educational and cultural activities to supplement your English language program

Our study tour programs are made up of 3 components:

and tourist highlights which can introduce you to aspects of the Australian environment and culture.

3. Accommodation

1. Language

2. Activities

Lynette Harris UOW College, Director

UOW College encourages a learning environment that extends beyond the classroom.

Introduction to the City of Wollongong

Our team of professionals design each study tour to meet the specific needs of the group. You can choose the study topics, cultural activities, duration of stay and accommodation that suit you. We recommend a minimum of 15 participants.

Our activities and excursion packages are designed and conducted by qualified and experienced tour managers. This component can be designed specifically for your group and can be modified according to the budget, needs and interests of the students. Activities range from on campus sports activities and university student interaction to tours to rainforest, native animal parks, beaches, shopping and Aussie BBQs.

We look forward to welcoming you to UOW College.

Students are given the opportunity to take part in a range of social and cultural activities designed to immerse students in Australia’s culture and community. You can visit our natural wonders and experience Wollongong’s history, culture and beaches.

Wollongong City is located just 90 minutes south of Sydney – close enough to be in daily reach of the Sydney CBD without the rush and expense of a big city. With a population of around 400,000, Wollongong is large enough to offer all the facilities, entertainment and conveniences of the city, yet small enough to retain the friendly, relaxed atmosphere of a coastal community.

The campus lies among the foothills of Mount Keira, minutes from the broad blue waters of the Pacific Ocean.

Homestay Our homestay program is one of the most popular options for study tour students. If you prefer a family-oriented lifestyle and like the idea of living with a local family, homestay accommodation in a private home with an Australian family is likely to suit you.

Living with a carefully screened family provides a safe and comfortable environment for students. Guardianship is also available for students under the age of 18.

On Campus Accommodation The University of Wollongong offers dormitory facilities which are available November to February.

The Illawarra region makes the most of outdoor living and dining on the coast, the variety of cuisine reflects Wollongong’s diverse multicultural community.

Wollongong is home to over 70 nationalities and offers a diverse, cosmopolitan lifestyle influenced by many cultures from all over the world. The strong community spirit of Wollongong ensures a full calendar of events and festivities throughout the year.

Experience It For Yourself Here is an example of a sample tour:

Sunday

Wollongong Key Facts Population: approx. 400,000 Distance from Sydney: 90 minutes Average Daily Temperature: Summer 26 degrees Celsius, Winter 18 degrees Celsius

Pickup from Airport. Transfer to Wollongong.

Orientation and meet host families. Rest and relax with families.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Welcome to UOW College.

English class

English class

English class

English class

Full day in Sydney by coach. See the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and cruise on Sydney Harbour

Lunch

Lunch

Visit a local High School, interact with local Australian students, play sports and attend classes.

Visit the Queen Victoria Building and retail shopping precinct of Sydney city.

Orientation and tour of campus English class

Lunch

Lunch

Tour of Wollongong city, Mt Keira lookout, central business /shopping district and beaches

Visit Symbio Animal Park to see Australian animals. Stop at Sea Cliff Bridge via picturesque coastal road.

Lunch Australian sports at University of Wollongong.

Lunch Tour to the famous coastal town of Kiama.

Visit the famous blow hole, village and beaches.

Some of Our Study Tour Group Experiences “Thank you very much for your big support during our stay. We enjoyed English lessons and many activities every single day. Days

“Enhance your learning and life experience by participating in a study tour program at UOW College, located in the welcoming and safe city of Wollongong.

We have caring staff on call 24 hours to ensure you settle in and enjoy the experience of a lifetime.”

spent with you will be a valuable memory all our life. We will never forget you all so please do not forget us too. Thank you so very much.”

Mr Hidekazu Ishie

“Thank you very much for teaching us many interesting things and speaking to us slowly and clearly. It was a

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new experience for us. I really

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enjoyed making the stories from

programs at UOW College, or to request a

the pictures in class and tea time

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as we don’t have tea time in our

Email:

uowcollege_studytours@uow.edu.au

school. We had many wonderful

Phone:

+61 2 4221 3218

Fax:

+61 2 4221 3233

days in Wollongong.”

Miss Mami Taira

WebSite: www.uowcollege.edu.au

www.uowcollege.edu.au UOW College attempts to ensure that the information contained in this brochure is correct at the time of printing (May 2012), however sections may be amended without notice by the College in response to changing circumstances or for any other reason. Applicants should check with the College at the time of application/enrolment whether any later information is available.

UOW College CRICOS number: 02723D University of Wollongong CRICOS number: 00102E UOW College is a trading division of ITC Education Limited (ABN 14 105 312 329) which is wholly owned by ITC Ltd (ABN 77 002 882 064) an enterprise of the University of Wollongong.