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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

  • 22% international / 78% domestic

Human Sciences and Data Analytics (Extended Major)

  • Non-Award

This interdisciplinary degree will develop knowledge and skills to tackle complex biological issues that affect human societies. As the world becomes increasingly globalised, the importance of understanding and respecting cultural and physical differences between individuals becomes critical.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Course Code
MJD-HSDEM
Study Mode
In person

About this course

How does biological and cultural variation occur, what forces shape this variation between and within populations, and how can we use this information about evolutionary history to help us address contemporary problems? These critical concepts are explored in this extended major via a sequence of units that examine the biology of 'being human' in today's world, with an emphasis on how the biology and behaviour of humans are influenced by genetic, developmental, ecological and cultural factors. This extended major will enhance skills needed for the future such as analytical thinking and innovation, critical thinking, complex problem-solving and programming. You will also develop other transferable skills for effective communication and engagement with community, government and industry groups involved in social and public health policies.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you're interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Minimum entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements

Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 79
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 270
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 330
Trinity College Foundation
  • 300
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 66
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 60
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 80
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 79
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 270
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 330
Trinity College Foundation
  • 300
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 66
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 60
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 80
Admission requirements
For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.
Admission requirements
Prerequisites

This major requires:

  • Mathematics Methods ATAR; OR
  • Mathematics Applications ATAR with a mathematics unit taken in the first year; OR
  • Students without ATAR mathematics to take two mathematics units in their first year.

  • Chemistry ATAR or an additional chemistry unit taken in the first year.

Prerequisites
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

Potential career opportunities include
Analyst, Biological Anthropologist,
Data Analyst and
Health Promotion Officer.
Career Pathways

Potential career opportunities include
Analyst, Biological Anthropologist,
Data Analyst and
Health Promotion Officer.

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