Description: Kickstart your UOW journey with our exciting range of pre-orientation Get Started Webinars! From tips and insights to essential info, these sessions are designed to set you up for success before you even step foot on campus.
Webinar: Getting started for Postgraduate coursework students
Date: Monday, 9 February 2026
Time: 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm
Description: Get a head start with this webinar for postgraduate coursework students! This session is aimed at students beginning a Graduate Certificate or Masters by coursework and will cover academic skills for postgraduate level work, strategies for balancing study with work and family commitments, and where to go for help during your time at UOW.
This webinar is for students enrolling in a postgraduate course at UOW.
Webinar: Relocating to Wollongong - All you need to know
Date: Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Time: 1.30 pm - 2.30 pm
Description: Coming to study at UOW from a regional, rural or remote town in Australia? Join us as we talk all things ‘moving to Wollongong’. We will hear from students and staff who have made the same move, as well as top tips from our Careers and Housing Support teams at UOW. There will also be a chance to ask any questions you may have to help make the move to Wollongong a little bit easier.
This webinar is for Domestic students relocating to the Wollongong area.
Webinar: Academic Writing Skills
Date: Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Time: 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm
Description: This webinar provides an overview of academic writing. It will discuss structuring assignments, paragraphing and signposting, and strategies for writing effectively at university.
This webinar is for all commencing UOW students.
Webinar: Synthesising literature, paraphrasing, and referencing
Date: Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Time: 12.30 pm -1.30 pm
Description: This webinar illustrates how to effectively incorporate supporting evidence into your academic writing. It will discuss synthesising literature, paraphrasing information (i.e. putting it into your own words), and how to reference sources of information.
This webinar is for all commencing UOW students.
Webinar: Editing and Proofreading Skills
Date: Wednesday 11 February 2026
Time: 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm
Description: This webinar provides tips and strategies for editing and proofreading your work, to ensure clarity of written communication and a smooth reading experience for your assessors!
This webinar is for all commencing UOW students.
Webinar: Australian Essentials – Your Guide to Settling into Life in Australia
Date: Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
Time: 4.30 pm - 5.30 pm
Description: Start your exciting journey in Australia with all of the essential information. Discover our vibrant Australian culture, understand local norms, and get familiar with the unique Aussie slang. Plus, we'll share tips on what you need to know, making friends, navigating daily life, and discovering the best local spots.
This webinar is for all International students commencing at UOW.
Webinar: Parents and Supporters Session
Date: Wednesday, 18 February 2026
Time: 4.30 pm - 5.30 pm
Description: Starting at uni can be an overwhelming and confusing time for both students and parents or supporters. When you have the right information at hand, there are many ways to help make a smooth transition from school (or work) to uni.
This webinar is for all commencing UOW students and their parents and supporters.