About UOW Riyadh

At UOW, we are driven by our commitment to excellence in education, research, and partnership. For decades, we have delivered globally relevant learning that empowers individuals and transforms societies.

We anticipate the future and respond to the rapid pace of change, shaping a more equitable and sustainable world through knowledge, innovation, and collaboration.

Ranked among the world’s top 1% of universities, UOW is consistently recognised for the quality of its graduates, the strength of its teaching, and the real-world impact of its research.

UOW is more than a university, it’s a global network of campuses, partners, students, and alumni. From Australia to the United Arab Emirates, from Malaysia to India, we create opportunities that cross borders and connect people to the future.

UOW Riyadh will join this global family through UOW Global Enterprises (UOWGE), which owns and operates the University of Wollongong in Dubai, UOW College Australia, UOW Malaysia, UOW College Hong Kong, and UOW India.

This international footprint offers students in Saudi Arabia access to global standards, international pathways, and a truly borderless learning experience. 

Learn more about our global presence and reputation and experience. 

UOW was founded with a clear purpose: to transform lives and uplift communities through education.

From our beginnings in the Illawarra region of Australia to our presence in major international cities, we have grown into a university recognised worldwide for our vision, our values, and our results.

As we celebrate 50 years of impact, we remain committed to preparing students not just for today, but for what comes next. 

• 1951 Established as a Division of the then NSW University of Technology
• 1961 The Division became the Wollongong College of the University of NSW
• 1975 Incorporated by NSW Parliament as an independent institution
• 1982 Amalgamated with Wollongong Institute of Higher Education, sparking a period of rapid growth
• 1988 UOW College Australia established (initially as Wollongong English Language College)
• 1993 UOW in Dubai established
• 2008 Innovation Campus opens
• 2017 UOW College Hong Kong launches, UOW Liverpool campus opens
• 2018 UOW Malaysia KDU established
• 2022 UOW in Dubai opens 'campus of the future' in Dubai's Knowledge Park
• 2023 UOW in Dubai celebrated 30 years
• 2024 UOW India in Gujarat's GIFT City officially launched and opened its door to students

UOW Riyadh is committed to building long-term partnerships with Saudi organisations across sectors.

We collaborate with industry to co-create solutions, develop training programs, and align academic offerings with national priorities, in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. Whether through joint research, executive education, or workforce development, our partnerships are built on shared value, relevance, and measurable impact.

To explore partnership opportunities with UOW Riyadh, please submit Corporate Partnership enquiry form.