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Year 12 Discovery Days 2026
Get ready to step onto campus and discover what it’s really like to study at the University of Wollongong!
Discovery Days gives you the chance to explore degrees, meet academics and current students, and get a feel for UOW life before you finish Year 12. It’s your first step towards shaping your future and finding your perfect study fit.
Year 12 Discovery Days will be held between Monday 16 and Friday 20 February 2026 at the Wollongong campus.
What is Discovery Days like?
Discovery Days is your opportunity to spend a day at UOW experiencing life as a university student.
Across the week, more than 5,000 Year 12 students from schools across NSW will join us on campus to:
— Attend real university-style classes led by UOW academics.
— Explore study areas that interest you! From business to health, engineering to creative arts.
— Get a feel for campus life, including our world-class facilities, cafes, and student spaces.
— Chat with current UOW students and staff who can answer your questions about Early Admission, scholarships, accommodation, and more.
—Start planning your next steps towards university and your future career.
Whether you’re certain about your path or still exploring, Discovery Days will help you see what’s possible at UOW.
What to Expect on the Day
1. Tailored Timetable
When you register, you’ll select sessions based on your interests; so your day is completely your own.
2. Check-In on Arrival
Your school will bring you to campus and help you check in at the registration area. You’ll receive your personalised timetable and campus map.
3. Explore the Campus
Between sessions, grab a bite to eat, visit our information stalls, or relax by the Duck Pond Lawn — a UOW student favourite!
4. Meet the People Who Make UOW Unique
Chat with Student Ambassadors about uni life, get tips from academics, and find out how to make your Early Admission application stand out.
5. Leave Inspired
By the end of the day, you’ll have a clearer idea of what you want to study and what it’s like to be part of the UOW community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Discovery Days is open to Year 12 students from participating high schools across NSW. Check with your school’s Careers Adviser to see if your school is attending.
If you are a homeschool student, you can still register but please contact our team at discovery-days@uow.edu.au for further instructions.
You can register via the button below. You will need a unique passcode to register which your school can share with you.
Bring a water bottle, and something to write with. Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended as you’ll be walking around campus! If you''ve selected sessions in laboratries, or practical session you are required to wear fully enclosed shoes.
You can bring your own lunch or grab food from one of our many cafes or outlets on campus. From Subway to Zambero there are lots of options avaliable. Learn more here.
If you're attending a High School Discovery Days is a school-based event, so registrations must be made through participating schools. If your school isn’t attending, there are other UOW events later in the year — like Open Day — that you can come to individually.
If you are a home school student, you are still able to attend, but please contact us first at discovery-days@uow.edu.au to discuss your individual situation.
You can edit your session selections anytime before your registration closes. Just revisit your registration link to make changes.
Sessions are selected on a first-come-first-serve basis. Many sessions, particularly practical sessions do have strict capacaties due to safety requirements. We are unable to enrol students in sessions that are at capacity.