Diploma in Business Administration

Domestic Students

• A recognised bachelor's degree with an equivalent average mark of at least 50%, plus a minimum of 3 years' relevant full-time professional or managerial experience. OR A tertiary academic qualification with duration of at least 3 years' full-time equivalent with an equivalent average mark of at least 50%, plus a minimum of 3 years' relevant full-time professional or managerial experience. OR A UOW Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, plus a minimum of 3 years' relevant full-time professional or managerial experience.
• Applications must also include a Statement of Motivation (SOM) which should:
• Address your motivation for studying the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration and how the degree will help you achieve your career goals and aspirations
• Be no more than one page
• Written in English

Work and life experience:

• Admission to UOW is primarily based on your academic qualifications, with work or life experience generally not considered. If you do not meet the academic requirements for this course, we recommend exploring recognised pathway programs, such as those offered by UOW College or the TAFE Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC).
• For more information, please refer to the UOW Admissions Information page.

Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications:

• UOW recognises a range of overseas higher education qualifications. Your qualifications will be assessed for equivalence to Australian qualifications and the admission requirements for this course. Documents issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by an official English translation.
• For more information, contact the UOW Future Students Team.

English language proficiency:

• All UOW courses are taught in English and require varying levels of proficiency. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University’s English Language Requirements, which differ by course.
• Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.
• Alternatively, you can fulfill the requirement by completing an English course at UOW College.

International Students

• A recognised bachelor's degree with an equivalent average mark of at least 50%, plus a minimum of 3 years' relevant full-time professional or managerial experience. OR A tertiary academic qualification with duration of at least 3 years' full-time equivalent with an equivalent average mark of at least 50%, plus a minimum of 3 years' relevant full-time professional or managerial experience. OR A UOW Graduate Certificate in Business Administration, plus a minimum of 3 years' relevant full-time professional or managerial experience.
• Applications must also include a Statement of Motivation (SOM) which should:
• Address your motivation for studying the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration and how the degree will help you achieve your career goals and aspirations
• Be no more than one page
• Written in English

English Language Requirements:

• The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
• UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing) Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.

IELTS Academic:

• Overall Score 6.5, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0