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The University of Western Australia (UWA) Courses

Bachelor

Perth
Develop advanced GIS and remote sensing skills to analyse spatial information developing data-driven interdisciplinary solutions to the world's greatest challenges.
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.

Course prerequisites

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have -

  • achieved an ATAR of at least 90, or equivalent as recognised by UWA; and
  • a scaled mark of at least 50 in ATAR Mathematics Methods, ATAR Mathematics Applications or equivalent or higher; or
  • a direct pathway offer; or
  • a place in a relevant UWA access program.
Course prerequisites
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
  • 86
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 308
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 344
Trinity College Foundation
  • 338
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 74
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 70
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 90
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
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
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 Mode
In person

Bachelor

Perth
Gain skills and knowledge in GIS and spatial data to help develop solutions for issues such as climate change, growing population and land degradation.
Entry Requirements
About the Bachelor of Geographical and Spatial Science

Challenge yourself with the Bachelor of Geographical and Spatial Science where you'll develop fundamental spatial science skills, knowledge and techniques to solve the world's biggest environmental issues.

This course has a strong focus on understanding the environmental processes including climate and hydrology that interact with landscapes, people and drive economies, including broader geography principles, demography and regional development.

Bachelor of Geographical and Spatial Sciences
Quick details
STATUS
  • Available
MINIMUM ATAR
  • 80
COURSE INTAKE
  • February and July
FULL TIME COMPLETION
  • 3 Years full time
DEGREE TYPE
  • Specialised Bachelor's Degree
CAMPUS LOCATION
  • UWA (Crawley Campus)
CRICOS
  • 114375K
About the course

Geographical and Spatial Science studies focuses on understanding environmental processes and their interaction with people and economies worldwide. In this course you'll gain skills and knowledge in GIS and spatial data to help develop solutions for issues such as climate change, growing population and land degradation. You will learn how to use, manipulate, analyse and visualise spatial data to solve significant environmental and social issues such as climate change, population growth and land degradation.

About the course
Work Integrated Learning

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) helps bridge the gap between theory and practice by providing opportunities for students to gain hands-on, practical industry relevant experience and for employers to help shape the graduates of tomorrow.

Work Integrated Learning
Why study Geographical and Spatial Sciences at UWA?
  1. Graduates with GIS and spatial data skills are in high demand and command a salary premium in the job market
  2. Opportunity to specialised in spatial sciences leading to rewarding careers in the geographical sciences field
  3. UWA is ranked 3rd in Australia and 44th in the world for Environmental Sciences and Engineering (GRAS 2024)
Why study Geographical and Spatial Sciences at UWA?
You'll learn to
  • demonstrate broad and coherent theoretical and technical knowledge of core geographical concepts to understand human and physical environments
  • apply well-developed cognitive, creative and communication skills in diverse contexts
  • review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge. Implement critical thinking and judgement to identify and resolve problems
  • present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
  • demonstrate skills and knowledge necessary for employment in the discipline of Environmental Science and further study
You'll learn to
Ranked 3RD in Australia and 44th in the world for Environmental Science and Engineering (GRAS 2024)
Recommended minors

It is recommended to combine your Bachelor of Geographical and Spatial Science with a minor from a field you could apply your skills as a spatial scientist, consider one of the following:

  1. Data Science minor (Advanced Data Science area)
  2. Ecology minor (Conservation Biology and Ecological Restoration area)
  3. Global Health minor (Population Health and Disease area)
Recommended minors
Fieldwork in Science
Fieldwork in Science

Find out more about our amazing field trips in the Natural and Physical Sciences interest area that'll take you all around Western Australia and beyond.

Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
77.40%

Graduate Certificate

Perth
Entry Requirements
Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a)(i) a three year Bachelor's degree and a Graduate Diploma, or equivalent qualifications as recognised by UWA, or
(ii) a four year Bachelor of Education or Graduate Diploma in Education or Master of Teaching, or an equivalent qualification
as recognised by UWA, or
(iii) a Bachelor's degree requiring at least four years of full-time study; and
(b) normally at least two years of professional experience in a relevant occupation
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a)(i) a three year Bachelor's degree and a Graduate Diploma, or equivalent qualifications as recognised by UWA, or
(ii) a four year Bachelor of Education or Graduate Diploma in Education or Master of Teaching, or an equivalent qualification
as recognised by UWA, or
(iii) a Bachelor's degree requiring at least four years of full-time study; and
(b) normally at least two years of professional experience in a relevant occupation
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

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 Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
80.40%

Bachelor

Perth
Develop biological and analytical knowledge and skills in the area of genomics and other 'omic' data to inform basic human science questions relating to health, disease, agriculture and our changing environment.
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
  • 86
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 308
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 344
Trinity College Foundation
  • 338
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 74
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 70
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 90
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
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
Mathematics requirement

This major requires a certain level of Chemistry and Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you can take additional Chemistry and/or Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.

WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Methods ATAR and Chemistry ATAR

Mathematics requirement
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 Mode
In person

Bachelor

Perth
Gain a thorough grounding in state-of-the-art biotechnology in combination with training in enterprise, commercialisation and intellectual property (IP) protection. The Combined Bachelor and Master (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 90 or above.
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
  • 86
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 308
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 344
Trinity College Foundation
  • 338
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 74
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 70
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 90
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
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
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 Mode
In person

Graduate Diploma

Perth
This Graduate Diploma enables you to complete all the professional level units of the CA program of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
Entry Requirements
Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent;
and
(c) successfully completed prior tertiary study in an accounting major; and
(d) hold or be eligible for a Chartered Accountants ANZ Provisional Membership
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent;
and
(c) successfully completed prior tertiary study in an accounting major; and
(d) hold or be eligible for a Chartered Accountants ANZ Provisional Membership
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

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 Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
83.30%

Bachelor

Perth
Learn practical and relevant business skills to help you achieve a dynamic career pathway. The modern business leader requires a range of skills and knowledge to be successful.
Entry Requirements
About the Bachelor of Business

The modern business leader requires a range of skills and knowledge to be successful. UWA's Bachelor of Business is designed to provide you with relevant, practical skills across a range of areas, including management, marketing, applied business economics, business leadership, communication, innovation and entrepreneurship. Coupled with access to real-world industry experiences through our internship and work-integrated learning programs, this degree will help you kick-start your career.

Bachelor of Business
Why study Business
  • You'll gain state-of-the-art business knowledge from global experts
  • You'll develop key personal and project-based skills that are required in the modern workplace
  • You'll get access to real-world industry experiences through our internship and work-integrated learning programs
Bachelor of Business
Why study Business
Bachelor of Business
Quick details
Degree specific majors
  • 3
Minimum ATAR
  • 75
Intake
  • February and July
Full time completion
  • 3 years
CRICOS CODE
  • 102866A
Study Abroad
Taking you global
Taking you global

Travel and experience life in another country with the UWA Student Exchange Program. We offer more than 130 student exchange partner universities across 30 countries.

Why business degrees are worth it

In this uncertain climate, a business degree is a valuable investment. Australian business graduates enjoy some of the highest employment rates in the country - here's why a business degree is worth it.
Why business degrees are worth it
Courses that can lead to a management role

Organisations and businesses stand or fall on how well they are managed. Here are five undergraduate majors from UWA that will give you the skills and confidence you need to enter the workforce and take the reins.
Courses that can lead to a management role
How you can go beyond the classroom with UWA's Work Integrated Learning Internship Program

Keen to get a taste of your future career while you're studying?

At UWA, all courses have opportunities for internships and Work Integrated Learning, giving you the chance to apply your knowledge in real workplace settings while building your skills and connections. Hear from one of students, Sydney Stokes, on her journey at UWA and experience with one of UWA's partners, the Western Force.
How you can go beyond the classroom with UWA's Work Integrated Learning Internship Program
Bachelor of Business
Develop the skills for real-world problems
Develop the skills for real-world problems

What skills do you need to enter the workforce?

bachelor of business
You'll learn to
  • apply discipline-specific knowledge to critically analyse applied business problems
  • develop the required cognitive, technical and research skills for lifelong learning
  • develop effective communication and team-based skills
bachelor of business
You'll learn to
Which Business or Commerce major should I choose?

If you're keen to get into the business world and are considering a Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Commerce, you might be surprised at the variety of majors on offer.


From economics to entrepreneurship, here's how to decide which major might be right for you.
Which Business or Commerce major should I choose?
Accreditation

The UWA Business School is accredited by EQUIS and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and is a Communicating Signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME).

EQUIS and AACSB are the leading business school accreditations in Europe and North America respectively, meaning that your business degree will be recognised by employers around the world.

Accreditation
A pathway for you. A place for you This course is available for Experience-based entry

Together with this course, you can also apply for a select number of our undergraduate bachelor's degrees.

Through our Experience-based entry, we will assess all your academic achievements, qualifications and life experiences using a point system, where points will be awarded for each item submitted, and the total number of points will determine your eligibility.

Click here to find out more about how Experience-based entry works, courses available, check your eligibility and see our FAQs.

A pathway for you. A place for you This course is available for Experience-based entry
What's the difference between the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business?

If you'd like to study business, how do you decide between a Bachelor of Business and a Bachelor of Commerce? We tell you how.

What's the difference between the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business?
Bachelor of Business Majors available

Taking a second major, even from another UWA bachelor's degree, is a great way to enhance your career prospects.

Second majors could include:
Bachelor of Business Majors available
Want to start a business? Here's the degree for you
Gen Zs believe the key to success is running their own businesses. The Bachelor of Business is especially designed for entrepreneurs wanting to launch start-ups or small businesses.
Want to start a business? Here's the degree for you
Put theory into practice

Current UWA students are eligible to take one of our professional experience units. These units bridge the gap between university and the workplace by providing opportunities to gain hands-on, practical experience. You can master new skills, make connections and network, get a taste of the opportunities in the workforce and add experience to your resume, all before graduating.

Find out more about Work Integrated Learning.

Put theory into practice
The Trading Room

Get out of the classroom and into our real-time Trading Room with access to over 400 global markets. With 50 financial terminals, and data from the ASX, NYSE and LSE available, students have an unprecedented opportunity to take their studies further and gain a career edge.

The Trading Room
Study Mode
In person

Bachelor

Perth
The combined course will prepare you thoroughly for a successful career in the sport and recreation industries. The Combined Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Master (CBM) course is a 4-year accelerated program for high performing students.
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
  • 80.4
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 276
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 332
Trinity College Foundation
  • 308
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 67
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 61
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 82
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
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
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 Mode
In person

Bachelor

Perth
A globally relevant economics degree that focuses on analysis of production, consumption, and trade issues in the global food, fibre and energy sectors. This combined bachelor's and master's (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 90 or above.
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.

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
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
  • 86
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 308
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 344
Trinity College Foundation
  • 338
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 74
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 70
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 90
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
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
Mathematics requirement

This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.

WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Methods ATAR

Mathematics requirement
Study Mode
In person

Bachelor

Perth
Do you love science and food? Are you interested in the role of nutrition in saving lives, reducing morbidity, and improving health? This Combined Bachelor's and Master's (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 90 or above.
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.

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
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
  • 86
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 308
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 344
Trinity College Foundation
  • 338
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 74
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 70
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 90
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
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
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
Study Mode
In person

Masters (Coursework)

Perth
Gain advanced skills in geological and geophysical data analysis and integration of datasets related to sedimentary basin analysis and energy geoscience. Meeting the ever increasing energy needs of the world's population is a major challenge.
Entry Requirements
Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a Bachelor of Geology, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a Bachelor of Geology, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

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 Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
80.50%

Bachelor

Entry Requirements
Admission requirements

To be considered for this course you need to:

We offer a number of other pathways for you to gain entry into our undergraduate degrees if you do not meet the standard admission requirements. Find out the admissions pathways for School Leavers and Non-School Leavers.