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Murdoch University

  • 37% international / 63% domestic

Waardong

  • Non-Award

Waardong is a special entry and enabling program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to study veterinary medicine and other animal and biological science based courses at Murdoch University.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Duration
5 years full-time
Course Code
N1022

About this course

Overview

Waardong provides academic, social and cultural support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in veterinary medicine and other animal and biological science based courses.

At initial entry, students may undertake their first year over two years, with the option of taking Orientation Chemistry units over two semesters if they do not have a background in chemistry. Additional enabling units are conducted alongside the core and elective units for the main course being undertaken, throughout that whole course, to provide scaffolded supplementary support for each specific unit, through the use of academics and tutors.

Entry to Waardong is restricted to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and requires enrolment in an undergraduate course, either veterinary medicine, or other related animal and biological science degrees. There are three avenues for entry:

  • Candidates who apply through TISC or directly to Murdoch University and are accepted into both the main course and Waardong
  • Candidates who attend the one week residential testing and selection process and are subsequently recommended for entry into both the main course and Waardong
  • Candidates who undertake K-Track and then subsequently are accepted into a main course and Waardong.

The testing and selection week is particularly targeted at candidates who have not met standard entry criteria, such as those without an ATAR or those who have not previously undertaken post-secondary study.

For more information contact the Waardong Lecturer.

Testing and selection week is in early December, and the deadline for submission of applications for testing and selection is 30 September each year.

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Entry requirements

This special entry and enabling support course is available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are enrolled in veterinary medicine, and other animal and biological science based courses. Entry can be obtained through recommendation after attendance at the one-week residential Testing and Selection process. Alternate entry may be permitted through K-Track, with approval from the relevant Academic Chair. Students entering relevant courses via TISC or direct university application will also be permitted, with approval from the relevant Academic Chair.

Study locations

Perth

How to apply

How to apply

Please indicate above whether you're a domestic or international student intending to study at a Western Australian campus.

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have any of the following documentation ready for a quick application.

  • Download and complete the Waardong Application Form.
  • A Letter of Expression addressing why you would like to be a Veterinarian. Outline your experience working with animals and how your family feel about you wanting to study in this field.