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BACHELOR'S DEGREES
2021/22
Your Australian University in Dubai
Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022
Table of
Contents
05 26 39 49
Faculty of School of
Introduction Engineering Humanities, Student Life
and Information Social Sciences
Sciences and Health
05 President’s Welcome 28 Bachelor of Business Information Systems 41 Bachelor of Nursing (Conversion)
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06 UOWD New Campus 29 Bachelor of Computer Science 42 Bachelor of Communication & Media
08 Why Study at UOWD? 30 Game and Mobile Development 43 Digital and Social Media
Living in Dubai
11 Accreditation and Professional Recognition 31 Cyber Security 43 Screen Media Production
54 Student Accommodation
13 Introduction to Bachelor Degrees 32 Big Data 44 Visual Communication Design
59 Student Visa Sponsorship
33 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) 45 Marketing Communication & Advertising
59 Fees and Payments
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34 Civil Engineering
Faculty of 35 Mechanical Engineering
61 Transfer, Exchange and Study Abroad Programs
Business
46
36 Computer Engineering
37 Electrical Engineering Admission
38 Telecommunication Engineering Requirements
18 Bachelor of Business Administration
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19 Bachelor of Business:
20 Accountancy Application
21 Finance Procedures
22 Human Resource Management
23 International Business
24 Management
25 Marketing
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Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Welcome to UOWD
President’s
Welcome Address
We are considered Prof Mohamed-Vall M. Salem ZEIN
a benchmark President
University of Wollongong in Dubai
for educational
establishments in the
region: dynamic, agile,
innovative and praised for It is with pleasure that I introduce you to the With more than 3,400 students representing
the quality of our teaching
University of Wollongong in Dubai’s Student 108 different nationalities, we are considered a
”
Guide for Bachelor Degrees. benchmark for educational establishments in the
region: dynamic, agile, innovative and praised for
and research
The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) the quality of our teaching and research. More than
is one of the region’s oldest, most prestigious 12,000 UOWD alumni are making their mark on
and forward-thinking tertiary institutions. Our the world and we are held in extremely high regard
curriculum and teaching practices reflect those of by the business, government and community
UOW Australia, which consistently ranks among sectors both in the UAE and internationally.
the top 1% of universities worldwide, according
to the QS World University Rankings, and are Designed by key industry stakeholders, all our
nationally and internationally recognised. programs are industry focussed and are constantly
evaluated to ensure our students are equipped to
Our continuous efforts in providing an education succeed in a globally competitive environment.
of world-class standards, are evident in our
longstanding ranking in graduate employability By choosing a program at UOWD, you will be
and also the reason why our graduates are highly making an outstanding investment in your future
sought-after by employers. and we look forward to welcoming you in
person. Whichever course you choose, I wish
UOWD is truly a dynamic and diverse institution you every success and a happy and rewarding
that offers a broad spectrum of programs in learning experience.
Business, Engineering, Information Sciences as
well as Humanities, Social Sciences and Health,
aiming to develop graduates who are ethical,
mobile, technologically literate and ready for
multicultural workplaces. Our programs are
relevant and industry related with a strong focus
on encouraging creative and critical thinking,
problem-solving and the development of unique
leadership skillsets.
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Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Introduction
Our ‘Campus of
the Future’
The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) The premises also houses major laboratories
opened its new purpose-built campus at Dubai dedicated to power and circuits systems,
Knowledge Park in 2020. chemistry, thermodynamic, fluid and heat
transfer, hydraulics, manufacturing, physics,
Featuring cutting-edge technologies, modern
robotics, geotechnics, concrete, media and
architecture, and a mix of traditional and
communications, cybersecurity, networking
innovative learning spaces, the campus provides
and gaming.
an enriched experience to meet the demands of
today’s student population, while supporting The heart of the campus belongs to the UOWD
teaching staff and community research projects. library with collaborative learning spaces,
The facility reflects UOWD’s continued pursuit traditional quiet reading and study zones, meeting
of excellence in teaching, research, industry rooms of varied sizes, as well as a student lounge
engagement and student experience. designed as an informal learning space.
The campus includes substantial informal
learning spaces and meeting rooms, modern
classrooms, an exhibition space, a recruitment
lounge, a student lounge, a state-of-the-art
auditorium and a café.
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Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Why Study at UOWD
• Quality, Australian-based education,
internationally recognised and highly rated in
global university rankings
• All our programs are accredited by the CAA of the
UAE Ministry of Education, assuring quality in
academic instruction, learning resources and staff
credentials
• All our programs are quality assured by UOW,
which is registered with the Australian Tertiary
Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA)
• Transfer, exchange and study abroad programs to
the University of Wollongong, Australia are available
• Receive a UOW Australia degree on completion of a
program at UOW Dubai
• Excellent employment and career prospects upon
Why
completion of studies with a placement rate of
77% for bachelor’s students and 85% for master’s
students 6 months after graduation*
• Affordable living and tuition expenses, offering
value for money in comparison to programs based
in the US, Canada and the UK
• Simplified admissions, payment and visa
procedures
study at
• Unparalleled diversity in student population
creating a truly multicultural environment with
extensive cultural support networks
• Safe and secure living environment
• Convenient location at the gateway between
Europe and Asia, with close proximity to countries
in the Indian sub-continent, Middle East and
North African regions
UOWD?
• Life-long global connections through a 12,479
strong alumni network
*Based on Graduate Survey conducted by UOWD
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Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Why Study at UOWD
Internationally Accredited Professionally Recognised
Ranks among the top Because we are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Alongside UOWD’s institutional accreditation,
Education, through the Commission of Academic several of our bachelor degrees have been
Accreditation, our students and graduates can be formally recognised by international professional
1% of universities
assured that our degrees are recognised throughout organisations. For a number of programs, this
the UAE and internationally. In addition, you are recognition provides advanced entry to, or partial
guaranteed that our degrees meet with the quality exemptions from, the organisations’ professional
worldwide*
standards consistent with current international accreditation schemes.
practice in teaching and assessment, learning These organisations include:
environment and resources, faculty and professional
staff credentials. • The Association of Chartered Certified
*QS World University Rankings 2021 Accountants (ACCA)
All UOWD programs are also quality assured • The Chartered Institute of Management
by UOW Australia, which is registered with Accountants (CIMA)
the Australian Tertiary Education and Quality
Standards Agency (TEQSA), the national regulator • CPA Australia
of the higher education sector in Australia. • The Australian Computer Society (ACS)
This local and international recognition allows
graduates to pursue further education and/or • The Institute of Engineering Australia
employment opportunities in the public and (IEAust) - Member of Washington Accord
private sectors in the UAE and around the world. • The Australian Human Resources Institute
3,400 108
(AHRI)
More than Students from
• The Chartered Institute of Professional
Development (CIPD)
• The Association to Advance Collegiate
Schools of Business (AACSB)
Students Different Nationalities
Academic Excellence
UOWD’s reputation for excellence is acknowledged At an international level, UOWD delivers an
by higher education authorities both locally and academic curriculum and teaching practices that
12,479
internationally. Assuring a standard of education reflect the quality and standards of UOW Australia,
that is highly regarded amongst public and private which is one of the top 50 young universities globally
sector employers across the Gulf region. and among the top 1% of universities in the world in
the QS World University Rankings, 2021.
Total Degrees Awarded
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Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Introduction to Bachelor Degrees
Some organisations that have employed
UOWD graduates include:
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Accredited
Faculty
Undergaduate
Areas
Programs
Introduction to
Bachelor Degrees
With the rapidly changing business environment
Faculties and Subject Areas
in mind, UOWD offers global university degrees
which are aligned with the UOW Australia campus
UOWD has 23 accredited bachelor degrees in
and are designed in consultation with industry
three faculty areas:
experts to give our students the edge the need
to set them apart from their competition. These • The Faculty of Business
and many more... degrees are innovative, market-driven and flexible, - Bachelor of Business Administration
and will help our graduates thrive in their career - Bachelor of Business (Accountancy,
path of choice. Finance, Marketing, Management, HR
Management, International Business)
Our academic teams are experts in their respective • The Faculty of Engineering and Information
fields with strong research credentials and close Sciences
links to business and industry. UOWD’s award - Bachelor of Computer Science (Big
winning lecturers and internationally renowned Data, Cyber Security, Game and Mobile
researchers use student-centred teaching Development)
methods to suit different learning styles and to - Bachelor of Business Information Systems
enhance your academic experience. - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)-
Civil, Mechanical, Electrical,
Throughout the duration of your studies, you Telecommunications and Computer
will have access to a comprehensive range of Engineering
academic resources, learning support services and
career guidance that will ensure you achieve your • School of Humanities, Social Sciences and
potential and help you make the right decisions Health
about your future professional path. - Bachelor of Communication and Media
(Digital and Social Media, Screen Media
Production, Visual Communication
Design, Marketing Communication and
Advertising)
- Bachelor of Nursing (Conversion)
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Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Introduction to Bachelor’s Degrees
Trimester Model Arabic Challenge Test Engineering Placement Test
UOWD offers a trimester model which divides the Candidates with excellent academic results in All Bachelor of Engineering students should
academic calendar into three balanced teaching Arabic Language can accelerate their progression complete the Faculty of Engineering Placement
terms (Autumn, Winter and Spring) each of which by gaining exemption from the General Education Tests in Physics and in Mathematics and achieve a
is composed of 11 weeks of teaching, an exam week Arabic subject through a Challenge Test. Students minimum score of 60% in each test. Students who
and at least two weeks of break between any two achieving the minimum required score would score less than 60% in the placement test would be
consecutive trimesters. be given exemption from the General Education required to complete remedial subject(s) in their
Arabic subject in their degree. first term. The placement test will be conducted
We also offer a 5-week intensive summer school online. Students will receive further information
which is optional for students, in case they want to Bachelor Degree with about the placement test from the Faculty
progress in their program faster. Students can take Integrated Freshman Year English Test Administration Office, once they register for the test
up to 3 subjects during a trimester and 1 subject (4 Years) with the Student Recruitment team.
during the optional summer school. Prospective students who do not have the required
Any prospective bachelor student that does not evidence of English language proficiency (IELTS or
This model provides flexibility on study load, directly qualify for an advance entry three-year TOEFL) may take a test with UOWD to establish
enables deeper learning, more time to pursue program, is still able to enroll in any of our bachelor’s their language level. The test is conducted on a
internships and gain work experience while degree, through a one-year Freshman Year. regular basis and students can register for the test
studying and more. at the same time as they submit their university
The Freshman Year is a year long program, designed application for admission.
to provide students the foundational knowledge
Timings and Attendance on Academic Language Skills, Mathematics and
Statistics, General Education, computing and a
Subjects usually consist of lectures and tutorials specialist subject which will lead to admission to
with some laboratory sessions. Attending tutorials specific bachelor degree.
is compulsory for all bachelor’s subjects. Classes
are normally held between the hours of 8:30 am Check page 46 to see our admission requirement
and 6:30 pm, Sunday to Thursday. Some classes for freshman year.
may be scheduled on Saturday if required.
General Education Subjects
Bachelor Degree with
Advanced Entry (3 Years) General education subjects are a distinctive feature
of UOWD’s bachelor degrees. General education
Prospective bachelor students who have excelled is an opportunity for students to broaden their
academically at school and meet our direct entry interests, enhance their critical thinking skills,
requirements, can now finish their bachelor develop an appreciation and understanding of
degrees in three years, instead of the existing fields outside their main study area and build a solid
four-year programs. This is applicable to all foundation for their future studies.
UOWD bachelor degrees excluding Bachelor
of Engineering degrees, which are a four-year
honours degree as well as Bachelor of Nursing
(Conversion) degree.
Graduates will be issued an international degree
from UOW Australia, which is recognised
internationally and accredited by the UAE’s
Ministry of Education.
Check page 46 to see our admission requirement to
see if you meet our entry requirements.
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Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Faculty of Business
Faculty Dean’s Message
of Business
Professor Payyazhi Jayashree
Dean
Faculty of Business
Welcome to the Faculty of Business. Our teaching and learning is focussed on
building citizens of the world driven by our core
The Faculty of Business at UOWD is renowned values of integrity, passion, courage, excellence,
for offering exceptional bachelor’s and master’s collaboration and innovation. We truly believe that
programs. Our holistic world class education and deep learning occurs through immersive learning
multidisciplinary curricula are aimed at preparing experiences delivered in a contextually relevant
MARKETING INVESTMENT our students to experience a satisfying and fashion. What this means is that your learning
ENTREPRENEUR
MANAGER BANKER rewarding career through a key focus on preparing experience at UOWD will involve strong linkages
skill sets and mindsets that are crucial to address with industry and with global networks, with many
some of the global challenges that businesses face opportunities for establishing wider collaborations
today. that help you to learn and grow as a professional.
A strategic shift that is increasingly being seen All our degrees meet the highest international
across global businesses, is the movement away academic and professional standards with several
from a single minded focus only on increasing receiving recognitions from internationally
shareholder value to one where business leaders renowned professional organisations such as the
are taking decisions that will address the needs Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
CREATIVE MANAGEMENT
SPECIALIST JOURNALIST of a broader set of stakeholders, with a focus on (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management
CONSULTANT
serving society. Sustainable business impact is Accountants (CIMA), CPA Australia, Chartered
being created through responsible leadership and Institute of Marketing (CIM), Australian Human
a continued and committed focus on sustainable Resource Institution (AHRI), Chartered Institute
development goals. of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and more.
All our business programs offered in alignment
Our programs are tailored to meet the demands with UOW are AACSB accredited, which is further
and needs of these global businesses and are evidence of the strong standards that we maintain in
aligned with UAE national priorities. Our our teaching, learning and research environment.
programs across a range of disciplines including
FINANCIAL HR
PLANNER CONSULTANT Marketing, Finance, HR, Accounting and I take great pride in welcoming you as our next
International Business are designed and delivered generation of responsible leaders who will make
to help develop the key competencies that are significant contributions to impact businesses in
valued by contemporary business environments. sustainable ways.
Many congratulations and all the best for a
constructive and engaging time at the Faculty
of Business.
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Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022
Program Structure
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To qualify for this program, a student needs
to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points
Bachelor comprising of:
• 8 common business subjects to be completed in
of Business the first year
Administration
• 8 core business subjects offered by Faculty of
Business in Year 2 and Year 3 Specialisations
• 7 elective subjects in alignment with the official
degree planner
The Bachelor of Business Administration
program provides a firm foundation in the • a final-year capstone subject
fundamental principles of business. If you would
like the opportunity to explore a broad range of The common business subject includes:
employment opportunities, this program will help • Accounting Fundamentals in Society
you develop the knowledge and skills required for • Principles of Responsible Business
entry-level positions across a range of sectors and
• Statistics for Business For each major, students will take the following
professions.
• Economic Essentials for Business Common Business subjects, followed by the subjects
The program will also help you develop your • Introductory Principles of Finance related to your chosen major and six or seven
ability to identify, analyse and solve complex additional electives:
• Introduction to Management
business problems across a range of business • Accounting Fundamentals in Society
• Marketing Principles • Principles of Responsible Business
functions, including general management,
• Business Oriented Information Systems OR • Statistics for Business
Bachelor of
marketing, administration, human resource
management, economics, and accounting. The Accounting In Organisations OR Economics • Economic Essentials for Business
and Society OR Business Communications • Introductory Principles of Finance
Business
program will give you the versatility that is much
sought-after amongst employers, and it is the ideal • Introduction to Management
program for aspiring entrepreneurs. General education subjects for this program are: • Marketing Principles
• Muslim Societies Across the Ages: Traditions, • Business Oriented Information Systems OR
The Bachelor of Business degree provide Accounting in Organisations OR Economics
Secularism and Modernity
students with a good grounding in general and Society OR Business Communications
• UAE and International Relations OR Society business disciplines and an opportunity to
and Environment OR Public Health OR Urban specialise in a selected area of commercial *Students majoring in Accountancy or Finance must undertake
Sociology practice. All majors within the program are
Accounting in Organisations.
**Students majoring in International Business are strongly encouraged
Career Paths • Innovation & Entrepreneurship designed for a rapidly changing world and focus to undertake Economics and Society.
• Arabic I OR Arabic II on innovation, flexibility, market-relevance and
internationalisation. The program bridges the gap General education subjects for this program are:
Entrepreneur
Note: Students have the option to complete these subjects as part between academic theory and workplace practice • Muslim Societies Across the Ages: Traditions,
Marketing Manager of general electives in accordance with the degree planner Secularism and Modernity
to help you succeed in your career.
Management Consultant • UAE and International Relations OR Society
Public Relations Manager
Professional Accreditation and Environment OR Public Health OR Urban
UOWD offers six majors within the Sociology
Financial Planner All Bachelor of Business degrees are accredited by • Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Bachelor of Business degree
the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of • Arabic I OR Arabic II
Business (AACSB).
Program Director Accountancy Note: Students have the option to complete these subjects as
Finance part of general electives in accordance with the degree planner
Dr Flevy Lasrado, Assistant Professor, PhD Human Resource Management
University of Salford, UK
International Business
Professional Accreditation
Management
Marketing All Bachelor of Business degrees are accredited by
the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of
Business (AACSB).
18 19Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Faculty of Business
Program Structure Program Structure
To qualify for this program, a student needs To qualify for this program, a student needs
to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points
comprising of: comprising of:
Bachelor of Business • 8 common business subjects to be completed in Bachelor of Business • 8 common business subjects to be completed in
Accountancy •
the first year
8 major subjects offered by Faculty of Business
Finance •
the first year
8 major subjects offered by Faculty of Business
in Year 2 and Year 3 in Year 2 and Year 3
Accounting is about analysing and communicating • 7 elective subjects in alignment with the official Business finance is concerned with the principles • 7 elective subjects in alignment with the official
financial reports for internal and external users. If degree planner of capital and investment in a commercial setting. degree planner
you have a logical mind and an aptitude for numbers, • a final-year capstone subject If you have an interest in the broad spectrum • a final-year capstone subject
the Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) will prepare of financial disciplines including economics,
you for a professional career in this field. statistics and accounting, this degree will provide
The 8 major subjects are: The 8 major subjects are:
you with the specialised skills to help you succeed
This degree will help you to understand and • Financial Accounting II A in a growing financial business sector. • Financial Accounting II A
critically analyse financial reporting issues • Financial Accounting II B • Corporate Finance
and their impact within the framework of the • Management Accounting II This program will provide you with an in- • Investment Analysis
International Financial Reporting Standards • Information Systems in Accounting depth understanding of the role of financial • Financial Markets and Institutions
(IFRS). Furthermore, you will develop an • Corporate Finance management in business, including how to solve • Applied Financial Modelling
understanding of cost and management • Financial Accounting III financial problems and to identify, justify and • Advanced Corporate Finance
accounting techniques for planning, decision- • Management Accounting III communicate financial advice based on a range • Portfolio Analysis
making and performance evaluation. It will also • Auditing and Assurance Services of social, economic and regulatory factors. You • International Finance OR Financial Statement
provide you with a foundation in the procedures of will also acquire knowledge about the role of Analysis
auditing and international taxation. financial institutions, particularly the operation of
Professional Accreditation securities markets. Furthermore, you will develop
an understanding of how companies raise capital
• The Chartered Institute of Management and choose between investment options and
Accountants (CIMA) how financial institutions operate in the current
• CPA Australia business environment.
• The Association of Chartered Certified
Accountants (ACCA)
ACCA Accreditation
Career Paths Career Paths
UOWD’s Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) is
Chief Financial Officer accredited by the UK’s Association of Chartered Chief Financial Officer
Financial Planner Certified Accountants (ACCA) for exemption from Financial Planner
9 out of 14 ACCA papers when students pass the
Accountant Accountant
prescribed UOWD subjects. This is the maximum
Banker exemption that can be achieved the bachelor’s level. Banker
Investment Banker Investment Banker
Students who plan to complete the ACCA Program
upon graduation must enroll in International
Program Director Taxation (as an elective) as part of the elective Program Director
for fulfilling all ACCA waiver requirements agreed
Dr Kashif Saleem, Associate Professor, with UOWD. Dr Kashif Saleem, Associate Professor,
PhD, Lappeenranta University of PhD, Lappeenranta University of
Technology, Finland Technology, Finland
20 21Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Faculty of Business
Bachelor of Business
Human Resource
Management
Human Resource Management is concerned
with a number of fundamental business
functions, including recruitment, selection,
training, development, change management and
occupational health and safety. If you are interested
in understanding, motivating and developing the
human capital of an organisation, this program will
prepare you for a career in this field. Program Structure
Bachelor of Business
This program will help you to understand the
environment and processes of recruitment and
To qualify for this program, a student needs
to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points International
selection, apply concepts and techniques to
promote change, manage and develop people, and
comprising of:
• 8 common business subjects to be completed in Business
apply appropriate occupational health and safety the first year
The premise of the International Business
practices in organisations. The program will also • 8 major subjects offered by Faculty of Business Program Structure
provide you with critical perspectives on the role program is to apply a globalised perspective to the
in Year 2 and Year 3
and functions of HR professionals. management and development of commercial
• 7 elective subjects in alignment with the official To qualify for this program, a student needs
enterprises. If you are interested in working within
degree planner to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points
different social, political and cultural contexts, the
comprising of:
• a final-year capstone subject Bachelor of Business (International Business) will
• 8 common business subjects to be completed in
provide you with the knowledge and understanding
the first year
The 8 major subjects are: to operate in a worldwide arena. This program
will develop your skills and understanding • 8 major subjects offered by Faculty of Business
• Organisational Behaviour in Year 2 and Year 3
Career Paths • Recruitment & Selection in conducting trade in a global economy and
• 7 elective subjects in alignment with the official
• Managing Human Resources developing cross-cultural business relationships.
degree planner
HR Consultant • Employee Relations Management
• Management of Change • a final-year capstone subject
Management Consultant
• Strategic Management
Career Advisor • Workplace Health and Safety Management The 8 major subjects are:
Recruitment Specialist • Learning and Development in Organisations Career Paths • International Economics
HR Manager • Industry and Trade in Asia
Entrepreneur • International Financial Management
Professional Accreditation • Managing Across Cultures
Program Director Diplomat
• International Marketing
This program is accredited by: Journalist
• Strategic Management
Dr Flevy Lasrado, Assistant Professor, PhD • The Australian Human Resources Creative Specialist • International and Comparative Human
University of Salford, UK Institute(AHRI) Resource Management
• The Chartered Institute of Professional
Program Director • International Business Management
Development (CIPD) from the UK
Dr Flevy Lasrado, Assistant Professor, PhD
University of Salford, UK
22 23Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Faculty of Business
Program Structure Program Structure
To qualify for this program, a student needs To qualify for this program, a student needs
to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points
comprising of: comprising of:
• 8 common business subjects to be completed in • 8 common business subjects to be completed in
the first year the first year
Bachelor of Business • 8 specialisation subjects offered by Faculty of Bachelor of Business • 8 major subjects offered by Faculty of Business
Management •
Business in Year 2 and Year 3
7 elective subjects in alignment with the official
Marketing •
in Year 2 and Year 3
7 elective subjects in alignment with the official
degree planner degree planner
Management is the art and science of planning, • a final-year capstone subject Marketing is about successfully positioning, • a final-year capstone subject
coordinating and leading group efforts. If you promoting and distributing goods and services in
are interested in mobilising human and material The 8 major subjects are: a consumer environment. A specialised degree The 8 major subjects are:
resources to achieve organisational goals, the in marketing is an excellent platform for direct
• Organisational Behaviour • Introductory Marketing Research
Bachelor of Business (Management) will give you entry into this field of work. If you are a good
• Managing Human Resources • Consumer Behaviour
a fundamental understanding of how to apply communicator with an aptitude for creative and
• Operations Management • Marketing and Digital Communication
key managerial concepts and theories in the conceptual thinking, the Bachelor of Business
• Management of Change • Marketing Effectiveness
contemporary work environment. This program (Marketing) will prepare you for a career in this
• Responsible Leadership • Marketing Strategy
will provide you with the opportunity to analyse, dynamic profession. This program will help you
• Strategic Management
diagnose and execute judgements across a broad understand the principles of marketing, including
Plus, any three subjects:
range of technical and management functions. promotion, pricing and distribution. You will gain
Plus any two from the below subjects: • Services Marketing
It will help you to appreciate the different styles the knowledge and skills to evaluate alternative
of business operation and to identify barriers to • Small Business Management marketing strategies and to implement effective • Digital Marketing
change and effective ways of overcoming them. • Organisational Analysis campaigns based on financial, organisational, • Integrated Marketing Communications
• Continuous Quality Improvement environmental and ethical criteria. Strategy
• International Marketing
• Tourism Marketing
Career Paths Career Paths
Entrepreneur Entrepreneur
Management Consultant Journalist
Career Advisor Creative Specialist
Recruitment Specialist Marketing Manager
HR Consultant Management Consultant
Program Director Program Director
Dr Flevy Lasrado, Assistant Professor, PhD Dr Flevy Lasrado, Assistant Professor, PhD
University of Salford, UK University of Salford, UK
24 25Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences
Faculty of Engineering Dean’s Message
and Information Prof Khalid Hussain, Dean
Faculty of Engineering
Sciences
and Information Sciences
A warm welcome to the Faculty of Engineering UOW Australia is a member of the Group of Eight
APP CYBER SECURITY DATA VIDEO GAMES and Information Sciences! (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates, in
DEVELOPER SPECIALIST ANALYST DEVELOPER
recognition of its being among the top Australian
Engineering and Information Sciences is about engineering faculties. This achievement is a direct
creating innovative and smart technologies result of our world class reputation in teaching
or products that can make a difference in our and research.
everyday lives. This is why the world needs unique
talents and skills. At UOWD we lead the way in All our programs are skill based, practice-oriented
graduating the future generation of innovators and and reflect the latest trends and technologies that
highly skilled engineers and computer scientists. meet needs of the regional and global market,
making our graduates highly competitive.
BIG DATA AUTOMOTIVE We offer outstanding bachelor degrees in Computer
ARCHITECT CRYPTOGRAPHER ETHICAL HACKER ENGINEER Science (3 majors), Business Information Our academics are top-of-their-class and,
Systems and Engineering with specialisations in representing several nationalities from around the
mechanical, civil, telecommunication, computer globe, they have extensive teaching and industry
and electrical engineering. experiences. They are active researchers and
focussed on producing outstanding research with
Our specialised labs for security engineering, outcomes that will benefit the community on a
game development, and databases not only regional and international level.
provide support for our forward-thinking and
skill based curricula but it provides a venue for Our strong connections with the industry will
CLOUD ROBOTICS BLOCKCHAIN
students to conduct research and build their skill provide you with additional opportunities to
IT MANAGER ARCHITECT ENGINEER DEVELOPER in an advanced professional environment. participate in real-life challenges, enabling you to
step into the world with confidence.
Our programs are recognised by the Australian
Computer Society, providing professional Our aim is to provide you with a unique learning
recognition in the field of ICT (Information experience and to develop our future industry leaders.
and Communication Technology) in Australia
and globally. This recognition ensures that I hope to personally welcome you at the Faculty to
graduates from this course are highly qualified the near future!
with transferrable skills and eligible to join ACS,
Australia’s largest community of ICT professionals
STRUCTURAL
ENGINEER or other professional bodies such as ACM (USA) or
The Chartered Institute for IT (UK).
26 27Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences
Program Structure Program Structure
To qualify for this program, a student needs To qualify for this program, a student needs
to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points
Bachelor of comprising of: Bachelor of comprising of:
Business Computer
• 18 core subjects • 15 core subjects
• 4 elective subjects in alignment with the official • 7 elective subjects in alignment with the official
Information degree planner
Science degree planner
Systems
• a final-year project • a final-year project
Computer scientists design and write programs
The core subjects are: The core subjects are:
for a variety of computer applications that
• Programming Fundamentals support a wide range of business and industrial • Programming Fundamentals
There is a global demand for IT specialists with • Problem Solving functions, from analysing stock market trends • Problem Solving
expertise in managing information systems. If you • System Analysis to controlling machinery. If you have an interest • System Analysis
have an interest in implementing and managing • Data Management & Security in understanding, developing and applying new • Data Management & Security
information systems in a range of business scenarios, • Object Oriented Design and Programming computer-based technologies, UOWD’s Bachelor of • Object Oriented Design & Programming
the Bachelor of Business Information Systems will • Networks and Communications Computer Science will help you develop the skills • Networks & Communications
provide you with the knowledge and skills to achieve • Introduction to Web Technology to become part of this growing industrial sector. • Introduction to Web Technology
a commercial advantage. This program will teach you • Introduction to Management • Mathematics for Computer Science
the methodologies and tools to harness technology • IT Project Management Bachelor of Computer Science is a standalone • Algorithms and Data Structures
from a strategic and operational perspective and • Human Computer Interaction degree and the students can complete their degree • IT Project Management
will enhance your analytical, problem solving and • Principles of eBusiness without any major. There is an opportunity to • Database Systems
decision-making skills. It will help you to select and • Management Information Systems specialise in a major from Year 2 by choosing one • Advanced Programming
apply appropriate technologies for the automation of • Accounting Fundamentals in Society of the following: • Human Computer Interaction
business information systems. • Introductory Principles of Finance • Software Development Methodologies
• Marketing Principles Cyber Security • Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• Mathematics for Information Technology Game and Mobile Development
• Software Development Methodologies Big Data General education subjects for this program are:
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• Muslim Societies Across the Ages: Traditions,
Secularism and Modernity
General education subjects for this program are:
• UAE and International Relations OR Society
• Muslim Societies Across the Ages: Traditions, and Environment OR Public Health OR Urban
Secularism and Modernity Program Director Sociology
• UAE and International Relations OR Society
Career Paths and Environment OR Public Health OR Urban
• Arabic I OR Arabic II
Prof Farhad Oroumchian, PhD,
Sociology Syracuse University Note: Students have the option to complete these subjects as part
Entrepreneur • Arabic I OR Arabic II of general electives in accordance with the degree planner
Video Games Developer
Note: Students have the option to complete these subjects as part
Cyber Security Specialist of general electives in accordance with the degree planner
Creative Specialist
Systems Analyst
Professional Accreditation
3
Program Director This program is accredited by the Australian
Computer Society (ACS). The program meets
Prof Farhad Oroumchian, PhD, the ACS requirements for membership at a
Syracuse University professional level.
Specialisations
28 29Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences
Program Structure Program Structure
To qualify for this program, a student needs To qualify for this program, a student needs
to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points
comprising of: comprising of:
Bachelor of Computer Science • 15 core subjects from Bachelor of Computer Bachelor of Computer Science • 15 core subjects from Bachelor of Computer
Game and Mobile Science
Cyber Security Science
Development
• 5 major subjects • 5 major subjects
• 2 elective subjects in alignment with the official • 2 elective subjects in alignment with the official
Information and cyber security is becoming
degree planner degree planner
increasingly important for everyday life to protect
Mobiles have emerged as the most important • a final-year project • a final-year project
our digital information such as IDs, assets and
platform for mobile game development. With
data security, and to secure email and online
the advent of augmented reality, there is a major
The core subjects are: privacy for individuals, homes, families and offices. The major subjects are:
transformation of gaming technologies. The number
of mobile gamers has grown substantially thanks to • 3D Modeling and Animation • System Security
the adoption of smartphones across the region. • Contemporary Topics in Security
Any four subjects from the following list: • Cybersecurity
The MENA region is a ripe market for video game • Interactive Computer Graphics • Ethical Hacking
creators and the gaming sector in this region is • Game Development Career Paths • Network Security
growing faster than the global average, outpacing • Game Engine Essentials
Russia, China and even South Korea and is set to • Multicore and GPU Programming Ethical Hacker
triple in size to USD 4.4 billion by 2022. Major • Mobile Applications Development
players such as Tencent and Ubisoft having their Cryptographer
head offices for the region in the Middle East. Entrepreneur
Cyber Security Specialist
Cloud Architect
Career Paths
Entrepreneur
Video Games Developer
App Developer
Cloud Architect
30 31Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences
Program Structure
To qualify for this program, a student needs
to accrue a total of, at least, 144-credit points
comprising of:
Bachelor of Computer Science • 15 core subjects from Bachelor of Computer
Big Data •
Science
5 major subjects Bachelor of
• 2 elective subjects in alignment with the official
Engineering
(Honours)
degree planner
5
Big data has the potential to be employed in a
variety of sectors as most things in this digital age • a final-year project
revolve around data. The importance of big data
doesn’t revolve around how much data is stored,
The major subjects are:
but what can be done with it. The Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) will
• Big Data Management
develop your practical skills to help you embrace
Big Data careers are one of the fastest growing • Big Data Mining Techniques and
innovation and to shape the world around us. With
segments in 2020, with the global big data market Implementation
the opportunity to specialise in specific practical
forecasted to grow from USD 138.9 billion in 2020 • Database Performance Tuning
disciplines, you will develop the technical skills Specialisations
to USD 229.4 billion by 2025. • Modern Artificial Intelligence
to make your mark in a professional, industrial
• Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery
environment, as soon as you graduate.
This degree will prepare students to understand
the need for data analytics, the ability to
Professional Accreditation Program Structure
understand multiple programming languages
used in Big Data collection, how to analyse large (Applicable to All Engineering Majors)
To qualify for this program, a student needs
amounts of data to identify trends to aid business to accrue a total of, atleast, 192-credit points
decisions and much more. The programs are accredited by the Institute of
Engineers Australia (IEAust), a member of the comprising of:
Washington Accord, which enables graduates to • 8 common Year 1 engineering subjects
work in various countries as globally recognised • Specialized engineering subjects
professional engineers and also provide them • a final-year capstone subject
with a gateway to become Chartered Engineers. • 12 weeks of internship experience
This recognition ensures that graduates from this
course are admitted, on application, to the grade of
The common Year 1 engineering subjects are:
Graduate Membership of Engineers Australia.
• Engineering Computing and Analysis
Career Paths • Fundamentals of Engineering Mechanics
Group of Eight (Go8) • Materials in Design
Statisticians • Electrical Systems
UOW Australia is a member of the Group of Eight • Engineering Design for Sustainability
Data Analysts / Data Engineers
(Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates, in • Foundations of Engineering Mathematics
Machine Learning Engineer recognition of its being among the top Australian • Essentials of Engineering Mathematics
Data Miners engineering faculties. This achievement is a direct • Physics for Engineers
result of our world class reputation in teaching
Big Data Architect
and research. General education subjects for this program are:
Data Visualisation Developer
• Muslim Societies Across the Ages: Traditions,
Majors Secularism and Modernity
• Arabic I OR Arabic II
Civil Engineering
Note: Students have the option to complete these subjects as part
Mechanical Engineering of general electives in accordance with the degree planner
Electrical Engineering
Telecommunications Engineering
Computer Engineering
32 33Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences
Program Structure
To qualify for this program a student needs
to accrue a total of, at least, 192-credit points
comprising of:
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) • 8 common Year 1 engineering subjects Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Civil Engineering • Specialized engineering subjects
Mechanical
Engineering
• a final-year capstone subject
• 12 weeks of internship experience
Civil engineers build, shape and improve the
built environment around us, adding value to
The specialized subjects for civil engineering are: Mechanical engineers specialise in the conception,
human life. They are at the forefront in planning,
• Chemistry for Engineering design, production, testing, optimisation and
designing, constructing, maintaining and improving
• Computer Modelling in Civil Engineering maintenance of small everyday items such as
infrastructures and facilities such as buildings,
printers, disk drives and sensors to large and more
roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbours, dams, • Construction Materials Program Structure
• Surveying complex systems such as heating and cooling
irrigation projects, pipelines, power plants and
• Geology for Engineers I systems, energy conversion plants, transport
sewage systems. To qualify for this program a student needs
• Mechanics of Solids systems, aircrafts, robots, medical devices, industrial
to accrue a total of, at least, 192-credit points
• Engineering Fluid Mechanics equipment and heavy machinery.
As a graduate you will be able to demonstrate a comprising of:
comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the • Advanced Engineering Mathematics and • 8 common Year 1 engineering subjects
Statistics As a graduate, you will be able to demonstrate a
engineering and sustainability principles, plan and • Specialized engineering subjects
• Structural Design 1 comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the
manage construction projects, design buildings and
• Structural Design 2 engineering principles, solve engineering problems • a final-year capstone subject
infrastructure using novel solutions, solve complex
• Hydraulics and Hydrology creatively by researching, filtering, analysing, • 12 weeks of internship experience
engineering problems, analyse and evaluate the
• Structures 1 processing data and applying informed judgement,
validity of data findings, exercise critical judgement
• Geomechanics carry out an innovative, conceptual and detailed The specialized subjects for mechanical
in determining new directions and strategies for
• Construction design of systems and components, conceive, plan engineering are:
carrying out further investigation and undertake
• Civil Engineering Design and manage the production of new and improved
health and safety as well as risk assessments. • Chemistry for Engineering
• Fundamentals of Construction Management machines, systems and processes, implement the
• Mechanics of Solids
• Principles of Foundation Engineering integration of complex systems, design, optimise and
• Engineering Fluid Mechanics
• Managing Engineering Projects maintain machines, systems and processes, measure,
• Advanced Engineering Mathematics and
• Professional Experience control and improve the performance of machines
Statistics
and systems; and contribute to the creation of new
• Engineering Analysis
knowledge in science and technology.
• Mechanical Engineering Practice
Career Paths • Mechanical Engineering Design 1
• Machine Dynamics
Structural Engineer • Thermodynamics, Experimental Methods and
Analysis
Site Engineer • Sustainable Energy Technologies
Quantity Surveyor Career Paths • Mechanical Engineering Design 2
Project Management Engineer • Dynamics of Engineering Systems
• Dynamics of Mechanisms
Construction Engineer Mechanical Engineer
• Thermodynamics of Engineering Systems
Automotive Engineer • Heat Transfer and Aerodynamics
Control & Systems Engineer • Control of Machines and Processes
Program Director Aerospace Engineer • Manufacturing Engineering Principles
• Managing Engineering Projects
Product Design Engineer • Finite Element Methods in Engineering
Dr Karol Sikora, Assistant Professor, PhD,
Glasgow Caledonian University • Professional Experience
Program Director
Dr Mama Chacha, Associate Professor,
PhD, Université Aix-Marseilles I, France
34 35Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022 Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences
Program Structure Program Structure
To qualify for this program a student needs To qualify for this program a student needs
to accrue a total of, at least, 192-credit points to accrue a total of, at least, 192-credit points
comprising of: comprising of:
• 8 common Year 1 engineering subjects • 8 common Year 1 engineering subjects
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) • Specialized engineering subjects
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) • Specialized engineering subjects
Computer • a final-year capstone subject Electrical • a final-year capstone subject
Engineering • 12 weeks of internship experience
Engineering • 12 weeks of internship experience
The specialized subjects for computer engineering The specialized subjects for electrical engineering
are: are:
Computer engineers design computers and/ or Electrical engineering focusses on electrical and
computer systems, hardware and software to control • Programming for Engineers electronic devices and systems, computer systems, • Programming for Engineers
sensors, embedded devices and manufacturing or • Circuits and Systems telecommunications, control and electrical • Circuits and Systems
industrial plants. This field of engineering not only • Signals and Systems power engineering. Electrical engineers play a • Signals and Systems
focusses on how computer systems themselves work, • Electronics vital role in renewable energy generation, heavy • Electronics
but how they integrate into the larger picture. • Engineering Electromagnetics industry and manufacturing installations, robotics • Engineering Electromagnetics
• Digital Hardware and automation, mining and electrical power • Digital Hardware
Computer engineers can choose to work in many • Engineering Design and Management 2 distribution. • Engineering Design and Management 2
areas such as networking, control and automation, • Advanced Engineering Mathematics and • Advanced Engineering Mathematics and
multimedia, image processing, machine vision and Statistics Electrical engineers are highly sought-after for Statistics
intelligent systems. They work across a wide range of • Digital Signal Processing their expertise in the development and application • Digital Signal Processing
sectors which requires personnel with expertise in • Real-time Embedded Systems of sustainable electrical and electronic systems • Power Engineering 1
the design and of computer hardware, especially the • Power Engineering 1 across a wide range of sectors. • Power Engineering 2
interfacing of computers with other machinery. • Microcontroller Architecture and Applications • Microcontroller Architecture and Applications
• Control Theory • Control Theory
• Engineering Design and Management 3 • Engineering Design and Management 3
• Communication Systems • Communication Systems
• Data Communications • Data Communications
• Professional Experience • Professional Experience
• Engineering Project 1 • Engineering Project 1
• Computer Architecture
Plus at least 3 subjects from the list below
Plus at least 2 subjects from the list below
Career Paths Career Paths • Power System Analysis
• Multimedia Signal Processing • Embedded Systems
• Embedded Systems • Wireless Communication Systems
Systems Designer Design Engineer
• Robotics and Flexible Automation • Power Electronics and Drives
Network Engineer • Software Engineering Practices & Principles Network Engineer • Power Distribution Systems
Systems Developer Electrical Application Engineer • Robotics and Flexible Automation
Data Scientist Electrical Hardware Engineer
Software Engineer
Program Director Program Director
Dr Haile-Selassie Rajamani, Associate
Dr Haile-Selassie Rajamani, Associate
Professor, PhD, Trinity College, University
Professor, PhD, Trinity College, University
of Cambridge, UK
of Cambridge, UK
36 37Bachelor Degrees l 2021 - 2022
School of Humanities,
Program Structure
To qualify for this program a student needs
Social Sciences and
to accrue a total of, at least, 192-credit points
comprising of:
• 8 common Year 1 engineering subjects
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) • Specialized engineering subjects
Tele-
Health
• a final-year capstone subject
Communications
• 12 weeks of internship experience
Engineering The specialized subjects for telecommunications
engineering are:
• Programming for Engineers
Telecommunications engineering deals with • Circuits and Systems
largescale data networks, such as the internet and • Signals and Systems
other devices and systems that represent, store and • Electronics
transmit analogue and digital information. This • Engineering Electromagnetics
includes data transmission equipment, customer • Digital Hardware
access technology, analogue and digital radio and • Engineering Design and Management 2
television systems, satellite communications, global • Advanced Engineering Mathematics and
navigation, mobile communications and remote Statistics
sensing/ telemetry systems. • Digital Signal Processing
• Real-time Embedded Systems
• Power Engineering 1
• Microcontroller Architecture and Applications MOVIE GRAPHIC MARKETING BRAND
• Control Theory DIRECTOR DESIGNER MANAGER AMBASSADOR
• Engineering Design and Management 3
• Communication Systems
• Data Communications
• Professional Experience
• Engineering Project 1
• Queuing Theory and Optimization
Plus at least 2 subjects from the list below
Career Paths
• Multimedia Signal Processing
FILM & APP CREATIVE VIDEO GAMES
• Wireless Communication Systems VIDEO EDITOR DEVELOPER SPECIALIST DEVELOPER
Systems Designer
• Network Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineer
Solutions Architect
Network Engineer
System Developer
Program Director NURSE JOURNALIST
Dr Haile-Selassie Rajamani, Associate
Professor, PhD, Trinity College, University
of Cambridge, UK
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