Degrees at The University of Western Australia (UWA)

Master of Social Work

Masters (Coursework)

Perth

This course prepares beginning social work practitioners for employment in local, State and international human services agencies. This is for students with any undergraduate degree who would like to pursue a professional qualification in social work....

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

Eligibility for 2025

To be considered for admission an applicant must have:

a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
the equivalent of a UWA Weighted Average Mark of at least 60 per cent, calculated by UWA
a current Australian National Police Certificate, or equivalent certification, indicating no criminal convictions. The currency of a National Police Certificate is 12 months.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility for 2025

To be considered for admission an applicant must have:

a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
the equivalent of a UWA Weighted Average Mark of at least 60 per cent
a current Australian National Police Certificate, or equivalent certification, indicating no criminal convictions. The currency of a National Police Certificate is 12 months. (Please note: eligible applicants can meet this requirement after an offer has been made)

Admission Requirements

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 60 per cent;
and
(c) a current Australian National Police Certificate, or equivalent certification, indicating no criminal convictions. The currency of a National Police Certificate is 12 months.

Ranking and Selection Process

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

English language requirements

The ELC requirement may be satisfied by:

At least two successful years of full-time or equivalent degree studies undertaken in one of the following countries:

Australia
New Zealand
United Kingdom
Republic of Ireland
United States of America
Canada (except Quebec)
South Africa, where studies are taught and assessed in English.

OR

A valid IELTS (Academic) minimum score of 7.0 overall with at least 7.0 in each section.

To be considered for the MSW, ELC must be satisfied by the application closing date.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

83.90%

Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Bachelor

Perth

Gain skills for future agricultural systems. This degree integrates the rapidly developing field of AgTech with key agricultural science subjects.

Entry Requirements

About the Bachelor of Agricultural Science

The Bachelor of Agricultural Science prepares you for agricultural systems of the future, as it integrates the rapidly developing field of AgTech with key agricultural science subjects. You will develop skills in digital agriculture, agricultural economics, soil science, and crop and livestock production. You will learn to integrate agricultural systems with new digital technologies, for improved farm efficiency and productivity.

Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Quick details

STATUS

Available

MINIMUM ATAR

80

COURSE INTAKE

Semester 1, Semester 2

FULL TIME COMPLETION

3 years full time

COURSE CODE

BP019

DEGREE TYPE

Specialised Bachelor's Degree

CAMPUS LOCATION

UWA (Crawley campus)

CRICOS CODE

107574F

Bachelor of Agricultural Science

About the course

The Bachelor of Agricultural Science prepares you to understand and influence future agricultural systems, through the integration of the rapidly developing field of AgTech with key agricultural science subjects. You will develop skills in digital agriculture, agricultural economics, soil science, and crop and livestock production, and learn to integrate agricultural systems with new digital technologies, for improved farm efficiency and productivity.

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.

Why study Agricultural Science at UWA?

UWA is ranked 1st in Australia and 9th in the world for Agricultural Sciences (GRAS 2024)
By taking the Bachelor of Agricultural Science you'll gain specialised advanced training in the field of agricultural science to set you on the path to your dream career
The specific skills and knowledge developed and demonstrated by graduates are highly valued by employers and will make you highly competitive in the job market

Student story

Ming Chua

Fieldwork in Science

Ranked 1st in Australia and 9th in the world for Agricultural Sciences (GRAS 2024)

Ranked 1st in Australia for Soil Sciences (The Australian's 2025 Research magazine).

Facility

Plant Growth Facility

The UWA Plant Growth Facility (PGF) provides a high-quality, functional and practical growing site for carrying out experiments under controlled conditions.

Facility

Remotely Piloted Aerial Sensing Platform

The Remotely Piloted Aerial Sensing Platform provides the latest in drone and sensing equipment to support UWA students and researchers.

Facility

Shenton Park Field Station

Dedicated facility supporting plant and animal research

Graduate Satisfaction

79.60%

Master of Teaching (Primary)

Masters (Coursework)

Become a teaching professional and make a real difference. Teachers play a critical role in preparing students for life-long learning. UWA offers a Master of Teaching course that enables graduates to qualify as primary school teachers and fill this crucial role in our communities....

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

(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 60 per cent;
and
(c) at least one year of the bachelor's degree relevant to one or more learning areas in the Primary school curriculum;
(2) Before admission, international students must obtain a criminal record check from their country of origin or recent residence.

Admission Requirements

(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 60 per cent;
and
(c) at least one year of the bachelor's degree relevant to one or more learning areas in the Primary school curriculum;
(2) Before admission, international students must obtain a criminal record check from their country of origin or recent residence.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

Further information

1. To be considered for admission to this course, an applicant must have a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent* qualification. The equivalent qualification must be at a level of academic achievement considered by UWA to be sufficient to permit satisfactory completion of the course. The equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 is used as a guide to decision making; however, admission to the course is competitive.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

Further information

1. To be considered for admission to this course, an applicant must have a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent* qualification. The equivalent qualification must be at a level of academic achievement considered by UWA to be sufficient to permit satisfactory completion of the course. The equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 is used as a guide to decision making; however, admission to the course is competitive.

2. Applicants who have a bachelor's degree in education, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA, are not eligible for admission.

3. Applicants with qualifications from institutions where English is not the medium of instruction must provide evidence of English language competence, with applicants presenting with IELTS Academic requiring an overall score of at least 7.5, with no sub-score less than 7.0, and no less than 8.0 in speaking and listening. Applicants presenting with Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) require an overall grade of B or above, with a score of 'exceptional' for listening and speaking, and at least 'good' for reading and writing.

4. Applicants with qualifications gained wholly in English from countries other than Australia, New Zealand, the Republic of Ireland, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States of America must provide evidence of English language competence in accordance with the requirements of the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia.

5. An English bridging course is not regarded as evidence of English language competence.

6. International students must obtain a criminal record check from their country of origin or recent residence.

7. Students are required to demonstrate literacy skills and numeracy competency within the top 30 per cent of the population, as required for professional registration.

8. A Criminal Record Check and a Working with Children Check must be presented to the Faculty before students undertake a professional practice unit.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

Personal statement

To apply for this course, you will need to write a personal statement (on the template provided) demonstrating that you have the necessary personal characteristics to become a successful educator. Download the personal statement template here.

Personal statement (RTF, 823KB)

Inherent Requirement Domains for an Initial Teacher Education (ITE) Professional Practice (PDF, 235KB)

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-
(a) a satisfactory personal statement, as recognised by UWA; and
(b) an interview by the faculty.

English Language Requirements

Below is a summary of how the ELC requirement may be satisfied for admission to the UWA Master of Teaching.

At least two years full-time equivalent study at tertiary level in one of the following countries:

Australia
New Zealand
United Kingdom
Republic of Ireland
United States of America
Canada (except Quebec)
South Africa, where studies are taught and assessed in English.

OR

A valid IELTS Academic overall score of at least 7.5, a minimum score of 7.0 in the Reading and Writing bands, and a minimum score of 8.0 in the Listening and Speaking bands.

Note ELC must be satisfied by the application closing date. More detailed information can be found here.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

80.40%

Graduate Diploma in Taxation Law

Graduate Diploma

Perth

Build your career as a tax law specialist. Tax law impacts the outcomes of all business and work activities. Distinguish yourself with specialist knowledge in this globally critical field....

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(a) a Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; or
2(a) (i) a bachelor's degree in a cognate area, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; or
3(a) (i) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and (iii) at least two years of relevant professional experience.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-1(a) a Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; or
2(a) (i) a bachelor's degree in a cognate area, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; or
3(a) (i) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and (iii) at least two years of relevant professional experience.

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.

This course has higher ELC requirements. Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.0 and no band less than 6.5. For more information visit ELC requirements.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

77.20%

Graduate Certificate in Economics

Graduate Certificate

Perth

Enhance your understanding of the way the world works, from the stock market to national economies and the world economy. The rise and fall of economies, future employment prospects, incomes and living standards are all at the heart of economics.

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

(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 either:
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
or
(c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.

Admission Requirements

(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 either:
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
or
(c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.

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.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

83.30%

Graduate Certificate in Architectural Conservation

Graduate Certificate

Perth

Gain insight into the full range of concepts, methods and practices involved in the specialised field of architectural conservation. This course is delivered by qualified and experienced conservation practitioners.

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

(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 50 per cent;
and
(c) successfully completed prior study in a field relevant to Architectural Conservation; or
(2) significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.

Admission Requirements

(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 50 per cent;
and
(c) successfully completed prior study in a field relevant to Architectural Conservation; or
(2) significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.

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.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

77.50%

Master of Agricultural Science

Masters (Coursework)

Perth

Enhance your knowledge and skills for a future in the rapidly evolving field of agricultural science with a specialisation of either Agricultural Economics, Crop and Livestock Farming Systems, Genetics and Breeding or Soil Science and Plant Nutrition The challenges...

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's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c) have successfully completed prior tertiary study in science or in a related cognate discipline as recognised by UWA.

Admission Requirements

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 50 per cent;
and
(c) have successfully completed prior tertiary study in science or in a related cognate discipline as recognised by UWA.

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.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

88.90%

Graduate Diploma in International Law

Graduate Diploma

Perth

Advance your knowledge in international law and open up career opportunities in government, non-government and private institutions where international law is relevant. Develop your understanding of international law and how international institutions work....

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(a) a Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; or
2(a) (i) a bachelor's degree in a cognate area, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; or
3(a) (i) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and (iii) at least two years of relevant professional experience.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-1(a) a Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; or
2(a) (i) a bachelor's degree in a cognate area, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; or
3(a) (i) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and (iii) at least two years of relevant professional experience.

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.

This course has higher ELC requirements. Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.0 and no band less than 6.5. For more information visit ELC requirements.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

77.20%

Graduate Certificate in Population Health Studies

Graduate Certificate

Perth

An introduction to public health, including the health system and its drivers and the core units that form the basis of public health. This certificate course allows you maximum flexibility to tailor your studies in population health to meet your personal or professional interests and requirements....

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's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
or
(b) a level and duration of education and professional experience considered by UWA to be sufficient to permit satisfactory completion of the course;
or
(c) completed two postgraduate public health (PUBH) units.

Admission Requirements

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;
or
(b) a level and duration of education and professional experience considered by UWA to be sufficient to permit satisfactory completion of the course;
or
(c) completed two postgraduate public health (PUBH) units.

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.

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

77.50%

Master of Research

Masters (Research)

Wherever your area of interest lies, the Master of Research will allow you to delve deeply into your subject and perhaps lead to PhD scholarship.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

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

Admission Requirements

By progression from any Honours course at UWA, where the applicant has maintained a weighted average mark of more than 70%.

Admission Requirements

By progression from any Honours course at UWA, where the applicant has maintained a weighted average mark of more than 70%.

Admission requirements

Master of Research Admissions

To be admitted to the Master of Research (MRes), a student must have:

Completed the requirements of an end-on Honours degree at this University or another Australian tertiary institution recognised by the Board of the Graduate Research School with a weighted average mark of at least 70%, but not had the degree conferred. The Master of Research is not directly available for students undertaking the Bachelor of Philosophy (Hons) at UWA. Students in the Bachelor of Philosophy (Hons) interested in the MRes should consult the BPhil Coordinator.

English competency

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

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

80.50%

Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy

Masters (Coursework)

UWA's Master of Clinical Audiology course is the only one offered in Australia in combination with a PhD program that can be completed in 4 years.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

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

Important note for applicants

To enrol in this course, you must be able to attend in person. This course has a requirement for campus-based or in-person activities that cannot be offered online.

Important note for applicants

Admission Requirements

(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) an honours degree of at least 2A level, or a qualification recognised as equivalent by the Board of the Graduate Research School (the Board) and the Faculty; and
(b) satisfied the requirements of Doctor of Philosophy Rule 2;
(2) A current National Police Certificate, National Criminal History Check or equivalent certification from country of residence, indicating no criminal conviction. The currency of a National Police Certificate or a National Criminal History Check is 12 months.

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.

Graduate applicants require at least two successful years of full-time or equivalent degree studies undertaken in Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom or the United States of America. Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.0 and no band less than 7.0.

For more information visit

ELC requirements

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Study Mode

In person

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine

Doctorate (PhD)

Perth

The Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree is a comprehensive course designed to produce highly trained and competent podiatrists who are well prepared to enter clinical practice as primary contact health care practitioners in the diagnosis and Most graduate podiatrists...

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

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

Domestic School Leaver

Assured Pathway to Podiatric Medicine for domestic students

With the Assured Pathway to Podiatric Medicine school leavers can apply for their Bachelor's degree and the DPM in one application.

Entry is a competitive process based on ATAR or equivalent and an interview.

Domestic School Leaver

Assured Pathway to Podiatric Medicine for domestic students

Successful applicants who gain a place in an Assured Pathway to Podiatric Medicine will commence UWA undergraduate studies and, on completion, progress into the DPM. The Assured Pathway place in the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine is conditional on successful completion of a

UWA bachelor's degree

with a minimum selection GPA of 5.0 and appropriate prerequisite units.

Assured Pathway students who undertake the Bachelor of Biomedicine (Specialised) with the Podiatric Health & Medical Sciences extended major will gain credit to the DPM and can complete both degrees in five years. Student may choose to do a different major or bachelor's degree in which case it will take a minimum of six years of study to complete both degrees.

Minimum eligibility requirements

Minimum ATAR of 94 or equivalent
English language competency
Interview

Prerequisite and recommended subjects

Assured Pathway students must complete a UWA bachelor's degree before commencing the DPM. In addition to English language competency requirements, there may be other prerequisites depending on the chosen major.

It is recommended to study ATAR or equivalent Chemistry and Maths Applications or higher, however school leavers who have not completed these subjects can undertake bridging units as part of their bachelor's degree studies.

Application process and timelines

Assured Pathway applications for domestic students are via TISC and will close late September according to TISC deadlines.
Rural applicants must submit UWA's Rural eligibility form with their TISC application by the TISC deadline.
Refer to the TISC guide for current course codes and application deadlines.
Interviews are planned to take place during December, prior to the TISC December round offer date - specific dates to be advised.
Course offers will be as per TISC timelines.

Final ranking and availability of places

Final ranking will be based on ATAR or equivalent and interview score.
Up to 25 places across the various domestic quotas will be offered for the Assured Pathway to Podiatry. Up to 10 per cent of available places will be offered to eligible rural applicants, and up to 10 per cent of available places will be offered to eligible Indigenous applicants.

Choice of Bachelor's degree

School leavers who attain a place in the Assured Pathway to Podiatry will first complete the Bachelor of Biomedicine (Specialised) with the extended major Podiatric Health & Medical Sciences. This extended major provides credit towards the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, allowing completion of both degrees in five years.

Students may choose to undertake a different UWA Bachelor's degree, including the four year Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), as part of the Assured Pathway to Podiatry. In this option the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine will be three years of additional study following completion of the Bachelor's degree. Students who opt out from the accelerated pathway will need to incorporate prerequisites into their Bachelor's degree, which may be included as major, minor, electives or broadening units:

At least one university unit from two of the below listed fields:

Anatomy, for example Human Structure and Development ANHB2212
Immunology, for example Introduction to Infectious Diseases and Immunology
MICR2209
Genetics, for example Molecular Genetics GENE2230
Human Biology, for example Human Biology 1: Becoming Human ANHB1101
Microbiology, for example Introductory Microbiology MICR2208
Pharmacology, for example Foundations of Pharmacology PHAR2210

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.

Graduate applicants require at least two successful years of full-time or equivalent degree studies undertaken in Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom or the United States of America. Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.0 and no band less than 7.0.

For more information visit

ELC requirements

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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL LEAVER

Assured Pathway to Podiatric Medicine for international students

With the International Assured Pathway to Podiatric Medicine school leavers can apply for their Bachelor's degree and the DPM in one application.

Entry is a competitive process based on ATAR or equivalent and an interview.

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL LEAVER

Assured Pathway to Podiatric Medicine for international students

Successful applicants who gain a place in an Assured Pathway to Podiatric Medicine will commence in a UWA Bachelor's degree and on completion progress to their assured place in the postgraduate Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM).

The Assured Pathway place in the DPM is conditional on:

successful completion of a UWA bachelor's degree with DPM prerequisites and a minimum selection GPA of 5.0 and appropriate prerequisite units; and
retention of international student status

Assured Pathway students who undertake the Podiatric Health and Medical Sciences extended major within their bachelor's degree will commence the DPM in the second year and can complete both degrees with five years of study. Students may choose to do a different major or bachelor's degree in which case it will take a minimum six years of study to complete both degrees.

Minimum eligibility requirements

Minimum ATAR of 94 or equivalent, for example:

14 - GCE or Cambridge Advanced Level Examination*

35 - International Baccalaureate

78 - UWA Foundation Program (UWA College)

74 - Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)

Other overseas qualifications

Applicants who will not have their final results by the application closing date may apply based on a predicted result provided by their school. Refer to application timelines and due dates below. Course offers will be conditional on the actual result being consistent with the predicted result.

*Applicants who will not receive their final A-Level result may receive an offer with the condition that their final result is consistent with their predicted result. Applicants with a conditional offer may commence in their undergraduate degree in February (before their A-level results are released in March). If their final result does not meet the condition, the applicant will lose their Assured Pathway place in the DPM but will not lose their place in the bachelor's degree, and would be able to apply later for graduate entry to the DPM.

Prerequisite and recommended subjects

Assured Pathway students must complete a UWA bachelor's degree before commencing the DPM. In addition to English language competency requirements, there may be other prerequisites depending on the chosen major.

It is recommended to study ATAR or equivalent Chemistry and Maths Applications or higher, however school leavers who have not completed these subjects can undertake bridging units as part of their bachelor's degree studies.

Application timelines and due dates

International applications for the International Assured Pathway to Podiatry open 1 March and close 31 August the year prior to commencement.
Applications are via UWA's online application system. International students may also apply via an authorised international education agent.
Applicants whose final results are not available by the application closing date must submit a Predicted ATAR form (fillable RTF 917KB).
The School of Allied Health plans to hold interviews during October.
Timing of course offers to be advised.
Applicants who attain a place in the International Assured Pathway to Podiatry will commence their UWA bachelor's degree in semester one (late February).

Final ranking and course offers

Final ranking will be based on ATAR or equivalent and interview score.
Up to three places will be offered for the International Assured Pathway to Podiatry.
Students who are offered an International Assured Pathway to Podiatry may defer commencement for one year. Students who must meet a national service obligation may defer for up to two years.
Progression into the DPM is conditional on successful completion of a UWA bachelor's degree with DPM prerequisites and a minimum selection GPA of 5.0; and retention of international student status.

QUOTA ELIGIBILITY Which entry pathway is for me?

Your quota eligibility will define your entry pathway, minimum requirements for consideration, as well as how you will apply. You will be ranked for course offers against other eligible applicants within your quota, and you may be eligible for one or more subquotas within this course.

QUOTA ELIGIBILITY Which entry pathway is for me?

The Admissions team can help should you have any queries regarding quota eligibility.

Domestic
Australian citizens (including dual citizenship holders), permanent residents and New Zealand citizens must apply for a domestic place.

International
Applicants who are not Australian citizens, permanent residents or New Zealand citizens, must apply for an international place. International students who have applied or are intending to apply for Australian permanent residency or citizenship need to be aware of the following:

An offer for an international place will lapse if residency status changes before commencement. Applicants in this situation will need to re-apply during the next admissions period for a domestic place.
A student whose residency status changes after commencement in a course subject to quotas cannot be guaranteed a domestic place.
International school leavers must retain their international student status to take up their postgraduate International place

School leaver (domestic or international)
A school leaver applicant is currently completing high school ATAR (or equivalent level studies) or on a gap year, and has not commenced in university degree studies or vocational training at diploma level or above. A school leaver in progress of a national service obligation is considered to be on a gap year until completion.

Graduate applicant (domestic or international)
A graduate applicant has completed or will soon complete a recognised Bachelor's degree. The earliest a student may apply for graduate entry is during the final year of their initial Bachelor's degree.

Rural (Domestic graduates and school leavers)
The Rural program is part of a Federal Government initiative to address workforce shortages in medicine, dentistry, and allied healthcare in regional, rural and remote Australia. To be eligible, an applicant's principal home address must have been in an area defined by the Department of Health as regional, rural or remote according to the Modified Monash Model (MMM) for any five years consecutively or at least 10 years cumulatively. A search engine for eligible locations can be found on the DoctorConnect website - click on Modified Monash Model 2019. The MMM 2019 rates locations based on 2016 census data on a scale of 1 - 7. If you are a domestic student who lives or has lived in areas rated MM-2 through MM-7 for the defined periods you may be eligible for consideration within the Rural quota.

Domestic school leaver applicants for Medicine, Dentistry, Podiatric Medicine or Pharmacy who believe they fit the rural definition must submit UWA's Rural Eligibility form with their TISC application to be considered for a Rural place.

Domestic graduate applicants for Dentistry, Podiatric Medicine, Optometry, Pharmacy or Social Work who believe they fit the rural definition must submit UWA's Rural Eligibility form with their UWA application to be considered for a Rural place.

Domestic graduate applicants for Medicine will indicate their eligibility via GEMSAS.

Indigenous (Domestic graduates and school leavers)
Applicants who identify as an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are accepted as such by the community in which they live, or have lived, are eligible for consideration as an Indigenous applicant. Applicants must provide a person or organisation who can verify their Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status.

School leaver applicants may initially contact either the School of Indigenous Studies or the Admissions team for additional guidance regarding this pathway.

Graduate applicants may initially contact the Centre for Aboriginal Medical and Dental Health (CAMDH) or the Admissions team for additional guidance regarding this pathway.

Broadway (domestic school leavers)
Broadway UWA is designed to ensure access to UWA courses is available to the broadest range of students with the potential to succeed at university. The program aims to increase the diversity in the student cohorts within health care courses at UWA.

Specified schools are invited to participate in this program. You are eligible for consideration as a Broadway Assured Pathway applicant if you have undertaken your entire Year 12 studies, including WACE, at a UWA Broadway school.

Broadway eligible school-leaver applicants will indicate their school as part of their TISC application. Contact the Admissions team should you have further queries.

University graduate Graduate entry to Podiatric Medicine

Bachelor's degree holders or students who are in progress of their first bachelor's degree may be eligible to apply for graduate entry into the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM).

Entry is a competitive process based on academic performance and an interview.

University graduate Graduate entry to Podiatric Medicine

Minimum eligibility requirements

To be considered for admission into the DPM, an applicant must:

have a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA. Recognised bachelor's degrees are those conferred by Australian universities or higher education institutions recognised by the Australian Qualifications Framework or the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR). While academic results from postgraduate study will be taken into account, postgraduate studies undertaken without a bachelor's degree cannot be accepted as an equivalent qualification
have the equivalent of a Selection Weighted Average Mark (sWAM) of at least 65, and
meet the prerequisites (refer to details below).

Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements may be invited to an interview. After the interviews, applicants are ranked according to sWAM and interview score with the highest-ranking applicants being offered a place. Rural applicants will be ranked based on sWAM, interview score and rurality rating (equally weighted).

Students who are in progress of their first bachelor's degree may apply during their final year.

Application timelines and due dates

Domestic and International applications open on 1 March and close on 31 August the year prior to commencement. Apply via UWA's online application process for postgraduate coursework studies. International students may also apply via an authorised international education agent.
Domestic applicants who may be eligible to apply as an Indigenous applicant should contact the Admissions team or contact the Centre for Aboriginal Medical and Dental Health (CAMDH) regarding this pathway.
Domestic applicants who may be eligible to apply as a rural applicant should submit the Rural Eligibility form with their application.

Interview periods

The School of Allied Health plans to carry out online interviews for shortlisted domestic and international applicants on or around 8-9 October.
Applicants who are eligible for Indigenous entry should contact the Centre for Aboriginal Medical and Dental Health (CAMDH) regarding interview timelines for the current admissions period.

Course offers

Offers are planned to commence during November. Timing of subsequent round offers will depend on the outcome of previous rounds
An offer cannot automatically be deferred; in exceptional circumstances, a deferral request may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should consider their personal circumstances and apply during an admissions period where they are prepared to commence should they receive an offer.

Prerequisites

Applicants must complete a bachelor's degree before commencing the DPM. To be considered for a place, applicants must meet the prerequisites:

Demonstrated knowledge in two of the following areas at a tertiary level:

Physiology, pharmacology, anatomy, human biology, microbiology, genetics, immunology or biological chemistry

Final ranking for course offers

Final ranking for non-rural domestic and international applicants to the DPM will be based on sWAM and interview score.
Final ranking for rural applicants to the DPM will be based equally on sWAM, interview score, and rurality ranking.
Final ranking for applicants who are eligible for Indigenous entry will be based on sWAM.
Up to 35 places will be offered across all quotas. Up to 10 per cent of available places will be offered to eligible rural applicants, and up to 10 per cent of available places will be offered to eligible Indigenous applicants. Up to five places will be offered to eligible international applicants.

Degree completion - conditional offers

Applicants who are eligible for a course offer during the final year of their initial bachelor's degree will be made a conditional offer requiring them to:

attain a minimum sWAM of 65 for semester two of the final year of their degree; and
complete their bachelor's degree requirements by the end of the year prior to commencement.

Applicants who are in progress of their initial bachelor's degree and undertake a course of action that will result in receiving late results may not meet offer conditions. Care must be taken if undertaking any course of action which could delay the receipt of results or degree completion. This may include deferred/supplementary exams, undertaking units that fall outside normal semesters (e.g. summer units or trimester units) or going on exchange during the final year of study. Applicants who do not complete all requirements for their initial bachelor's degree by the 31 December deadline will have their offer withdrawn.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Selection WAM Calculation

The selection Weighted Average Mark (sWAM) forms part of the eligibility and selection criteria for entry into this course. The UWA Admissions team will calculate the sWAM. Applicants must meet the specified minimum sWAM to be considered for a place in this course.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Interviews

The School of Allied Health will interview shortlisted eligible applicants. Shortlisting for interviews will take place after applications have closed.

The interview allows shortlisted candidates to display some of the personal qualities considered desirable in Allied Health practitioners.

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