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For Current International Students

students in group.The UWS International website aims to update and inform current students in a number of important areas.

National Code
The Australian Government’s ESOS Act covers the delivery of educational services to international students in Australia on a student visa.  Within the Act is a section called the National Code, and it controls what students (you!) and education providers (UWS) must do to comply with the Act.  To find out more about the National Code and how it affects you click here.

Managing Course Progress
UWS provides assistance to students to achieve and maintain satisfactory academic progress and to complete your program in the allowable period of time.  More

Working in Australia
For  current details go to the Department of Immigration And Citizenship (DIAC).
See also Applying for Permission to Work (PDF)

student wearing backpackOverseas Students Health Cover
When you receive an offer of a place at UWS you will usually be asked to pay for Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). This is a compulsory Health Insurance that is required for the issuing of a Student Visa. See menu on left.

 International Orientation Mentor Program
If you want to become involved in assisting new international students in the orientation programs held in February and July each year then check out the application details here.

Travel and Recreation Program
UWS Sport & Leisure co-ordinates a wide range of leisure outings and recreational activities available to students, staff, alumni and their friends. Enjoy your time at UWS by checking out what's offering.

Coming Events
To ensure that you don't miss out on anything important regularly check this page.