University of Wollongong

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is a public higher education institution located in Wollongong, Australia. Established in 1951 as a division of the New South Wales University of Technology[(74160495)](#Founded Date), UOW has grown to include several subsidiaries, such as the University of Wollongong in Dubai, UOW College Hong Kong, UOW Malaysia KDU, and UOW Faculty of Business.

The university is accredited by various organizations, including the Australian Medical Council, Engineers Australia, and the Australian Computer Society. UOW is also affiliated with prestigious groups such as Universities Australia, Australian National Business Schools, and the Association of Commonwealth Universities.

With a motto of "Excellence Innovation Diversity", UOW focuses on delivering high-quality education and research across various fields. The university has a significant employee base, with almost 3,000 employees. Active in social media, UOW has a presence on platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. The university's official website can be accessed at http://www.uow.edu.au/.

Innovation is an essential aspect of UOW's culture, with the university holding five patents to its name.