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UNLIMITED. WE BELIEVE IN A WORLD OF UNLIMITED OPPORTUNITY, WHERE THE POTENTIAL FOR SUCCESS IS UNLIMITED FOR THOSE WITH DRIVE, TALENT, CONFIDENCE AND AMBITION. SUCCESS STARTS HERE.

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WE ARE WESTERN SYDNEY

Located in the heart of one of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fastest growing economic regions, Western Sydney University offers unlimited potential to students with the talent, drive and ambition to succeed. Western Sydney is an exciting place to be. As the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s third largest economy and one of the fastest growing population and employment centres, it is an increasingly important, dynamic and culturally diverse hub of business, industry and innovation. With a large multicultural population of more than two million people from 170 nations, Western Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s global links are creating unlimited opportunities for international business, investment, education and cultural exchange. Ranked amongst the top three per cent of universities in the world, Western Sydney University values academic excellence, integrity and the pursuit of knowledge. We are globally focused, research led and committed to making a positive impact on the communities we engage with. Your success starts here.

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≥ LEADERSHIP IN ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S FASTEST GROWING REGIONS

≥ OUR STUDENTS ARE PARTNERS IN LEARNING

Western Sydney is Australia’s third largest and fastest growing economy. With a vast multicultural population and expanding international reach, Western Sydney University is uniquely placed to help students tap into a global mindset.

Unlike the traditional lecturer-down approach, our pioneering model of co-created learning treats our students as partners in their education. We empower students to share ideas and develop their creativity through degrees such as the Bachelor of Critical Thinking and Applied Leadership.

≥ REPUTATION FOR EXCELLENCE

≥ OUR CURRICULUM PREPARES YOU FOR TODAY’S WORLD

We’re ranked among the top three per cent of universities in the world, with a growing international reputation for research-led, student-centred learning.

We work with our community, business partners and industry leaders to develop course content that meets the needs of employers and the jobs of the future, and which responds to the challenges of a global workplace.

≥ OUR STUDENTS SIT AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO

≥ WE EMBRACE TECHNOLOGYENRICHED LEARNING

Our student-centred approach offers From our innovative social learning spaces, you the choice of on-campus, online and online learning environments and use of flexible study options combined with workdigital technologies to enhance the study integrated learning. Through work experience experience, to on-campus computer placements, internships and volunteering laboratories and state-of-the-art research opportunities, you’ll get the real-life and clinical facilities, we adopt new and experience, practical skills and knowledge emerging technologies to provide a richer that you need for your future career. educational experience.

WHY STUDY AT WESTERN SYDNEY?

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≥ OUR RESEARCH HAS GLOBAL IMPACT We see learning and research as connected aspects of the student experience, putting you close to world-leading research that is changing lives in the communities we serve.

≥ WE ARE GLOBALLY FOCUSED AND CONNECTED With our growing international reach and reputation, we offer the opportunity to travel, learn and work in more than 300 destinations around the world through our overseas study, internship and work-placement programs.

≥ ADVANCED OPPORTUNITY. UNLIMITED SUCCESS From advanced degrees and The Academy, to The College and alternative entry programs, scholarships, internships and student exchange opportunities, we provide multiple pathways for entry and academic success.

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170,000+ graduates

44,000+ students

Top 3% Times Higher Education World University Rankings

300+

international exchange destinations

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Future thinking. Unlimited possibilities. The Academy at Western Sydney University.

Success is not just about getting a degree, but developing the critical thinking and leadership skills to support a successful career. It’s about learning skills for your chosen life, not just a job. The Academy at Western Sydney University offers advanced degrees that prepare you to thrive in the face of change and seize success at every opportunity. Whether your dream is to achieve as a professional, an entrepreneur or an academic, you will learn to think differently and creatively in whatever you do. The Academy offers high-achieving students* a unique, hands-on approach to learning in an interdisciplinary environment. Led by awardwinning Associate Professor Joanne Lind, The Academy draws on the unique experience of leading thinkers, social change agents, community leaders, and high-achieving students both past and present.

THINK BIG

≥ unprecedented opportunities for industry and real life experience ≥ world-class research, researchers, teachers, experts and innovation labs ≥ t ravel to national and international leadership experiences and conferences ≥ a range of professional and personal development workshops ≥ internship, service learning and volunteering opportunities ≥ personalised career planning ≥ applied leadership experience in studentled, community-focused projects. Visit westernsydney.edu.au/theacademy for more information. * Entry to The Academy is offered to advanced degree students and those with an ATAR of 85 or more.

With a focus on ethical leadership and critical thinking, built on the pillars of academic rigour, community engagement, and professional and personal development, The Academy offers students access to:

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Success Unlimited. Western Sydney Alumni. At Western Sydney University, we prepare our students to go places and do great things in their communities, their workplaces and the world. Through our alumni, our graduates become part of a strong network of global citizens who remain connected to and engaged with the University. Our graduates have gone on to become Oxford and Cambridge scholars, business and community leaders, world-renowned researchers, sporting stars, and well-known personalities in the arts and entertainment industries. To name a few, they include high-profile museum director, Melissa Chiu; Archibald Prize-winning artist, Ben Quilty; defence lawyer, Deng Thiak Adut; and Engineering Project Manager at Tesla Motors, Jay Manley.

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OUR CAMPUSES BANKSTOWN CAMPBELLTOWN HAWKESBURY LITHGOW NIRIMBA PARRAMATTA PENRITH

BANKSTOWN

PARRAMATTA

NIRIMBA

Located in Milperra, the Bankstown campus provides a warm, friendly, multicultural environment with modern, spacious buildings and landscaped gardens.

This campus offers a combination of heritage and contemporary buildings. The campus spans two sites in Rydalmere, and one at the new One Parramatta Square in the Parramatta CBD.

Nirimba Educational Precinct at Quakers Hill in Western Sydney, is home to The College, providing pathway programs and courses to Western Sydney University.

Top facilities: ≥ Early Childhood Centre ≥ The MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development ≥ Centre for Educational Research (CER) ≥ Psychology laboratories

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Top facilities: ≥ Custom-built learning centre ≥ Tiered and flat-floored lecture theatres ≥ Well-resourced library ≥ Outstanding recreation facilities

CAMPBELLTOWN

PENRITH

LITHGOW

The Campbelltown campus, located in the historic Macarthur region of south-west Sydney, offers a unique balance between city and rural lifestyles.

Located over three sites in Kingswood and Werrington, the Penrith campus is renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities and scenic grounds.

Top facilities: ≥ Purpose-built School of Medicine ≥ National Institute for Complementary Medicine (NICM) ≥ The UniClinic, a state-of-the-art clinical training facility for health science students ≥ Anatomy laboratories ≥ Nursing clinical practice unit

Top facilities: ≥ Institute for Infrastructure Engineering ≥ Mechatronics and Robotics facility ≥ Industrial Design Centre ≥ Three multi-track recording studios ≥ Home of the Solar Car program

Lithgow campus is based in the Charles Hoskins Memorial Institute, which has undergone substantial refurbishment and redevelopment to become a state-of-the-art educational facility.

HAWKESBURY

TRANSPORT OPTIONS

Situated in Richmond in the Hawkesbury River Valley, north-west of Sydney, this stunning location at the foot of the Blue Mountains is an ideal place to study.

Whether you plan to drive or take public transport, our campuses are accessible. We even provide a shuttle bus service. To find the best way to your campus, visit westernsydney.edu.au/gettingtouni

Top facilities: ≥ Food Processing Pilot Plant ≥ Dedicated Crime Scene House ≥ Nursing clinical practice unit ≥ Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment ≥ Animal Science facilities – including the reptile house and small marsupial house

Top facilities: ≥ Institute for Culture and Society ≥ Nursing clinical practice unit ≥ Moot court ≥ Computing laboratories ≥ Sydney Graduate School of Management ≥ New Science laboratories

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Top facilities: ≥ Computer lab open 7 days ≥ Physics and Science labs ≥ Lecture theatre ≥ Secure on-site parking ≥ Nursing clinical practice unit

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Study options for unlimited career opportunities. At Western Sydney University, we’ll show you how to harness every asset you have to open up fantastic career opportunities. We’ll give you the tools to make your future and go wherever you want to go.

Over two-thirds of our students combine study with work. Get real work experience with your degree at Western Sydney University. For more information, visit westernsydney.edu.au/careers

With one of the most comprehensive range of courses in Australia, our curriculum and approach to flexible learning with real work experience is designed to be a springboard for the career success and life you’ve always dreamed of.

To find out more about courses, contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au

ARTS / BUSINESS / COMMUNICATION ARTS / ENGINEERING, INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY / HEALTH AND SPORT SCIENCES / LAW / MEDICINE / NURSING AND MIDWIFERY / POLICING AND CRIMINOLOGY / PSYCHOLOGY / SCIENCES / SOCIAL SCIENCES / TEACHING AND EDUCATION / TOURISM AND URBAN PLANNING / THE ACADEMY / ONLINE. 24

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Ruby-Leigh Tonks BACHELOR OF ARTS (DEAN’S SCHOLAR) MEMBER OF THE ACADEMY

“It was the extra benefits such as winning a scholarship, entrance into The Academy and the convenient location of the campus that attracted me to study here. My advice is to think about what you’d really love to study and the field you potentially want work in. Select a course that will get you into that field.”

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Arts

Business

Unique to Western Sydney University, The Academy offers high-achieving students opportunities to gain the intellectual and practical skills needed in today’s everchanging world.

An Arts degree has the potential to open career doors to the world. Your degree will be supported by academics who are internationally recognised.

If you are driven to succeed in business, here is the right place to start. The Bachelor of Business degree prepares you for future careers in money, markets and management by offering industryspecific projects and placements.

You will find yourself immersed in Cultural and Social Analysis, Interpreting and Translation, Psychology or International Studies, to name just a few major areas of study. Combine your studies to broaden your horizons with Law, Teaching, Science, ICT or Medicine.

Focusing on ethical leadership within an interdisciplinary environment, The Academy provides extension-level academic development, community engaged service learning opportunities, international and national Career opportunities experiences, and a range of professional and Study in the humanities is designed to develop personal development workshops. communication and personal skills, creativity and capacity for independent thought, If you enrol in any of our advanced degrees, adaptability to new situations, and problemyou will automatically be accepted into The solving skills. As a graduate, you may find Academy and given access to all the experiences employment as an arts administrator, teacher and advantages it offers. (with further study), writer/author, journalist, politician, diplomat, community planner, Career opportunities librarian, historian, publisher or researcher. The Academy offers internships, community engaged service learning, volunteering opportunities and industry links, as well as real life experiences with employers. These will provide you with the skills and contacts for a wide range of careers. For specific career opportunities, see the Area of Study career guides on this and the following pages. Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking degree When you enrol in an advanced degree at Western you also qualify for the Bachelor of Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking. This degree is designed to be undertaken in combination with any other Bachelor degree. Find out more Visit westernsydney.edu.au/theacademy Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au

Career opportunities also exist in nongovernment organisations and communitybased industries, overseas organisations, and in social policy development. The wide range of double degrees on offer provides scope for further career opportunities. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 55

With a high international profile, expert staff, and accreditation from leading Australian industry organisations, along with our Advanced Business Leadership course, our Business degrees provide tools that equip you for success in the workforce. With a combined Business degree, you can really make your mark in today’s business world. Career opportunities These courses provide the foundations for the development of Australia’s future business leaders. As a graduate, you may seek a management traineeship, become involved in a management consultancy or find a career associated with the discipline in which you complete a major. Examples include employment in public practice, taxation consulting, merchant banking, financial services management, economic advising, roles in service-oriented businesses, employment relations, human resources, industrial relations, marketing firms, operations or logistics organisations, international property, property development and valuation firms. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 56

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Communication Arts

Engineering, Information and Communications Technology

Health and Sport Sciences

It’s an exciting time to be preparing to enter the communication arts industry.

Our robotic assembly system is unique as a mechatronic engineering educational facility in Australia and the world.

Western Sydney University offers a broad range of innovative programs to prepare graduates for professional careers in health.

Enrol in an Engineering, Information and Communications Technology or Information Systems degree and you will enjoy learning and working on exciting projects that make a difference to the lives of others.

The clinical health science programs cover Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Paramedicine, Podiatry and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Further programs target Health Promotion, Health Services Management, Therapeutic Recreation, Public Health, Sport and Exercise Science, and Health and Physical Education (HPE).

With our $2 million purpose-built media studio, as well as industry-recognised television production unit at our Penrith campus, Western Sydney University provides unrivalled facilities and practical training. Recognised and accredited by the key governing bodies, our Communication Arts courses offer opportunities to engage our local community and work on live projects at industry standards. Career opportunities Through engagement with our multicultural community and classwork, you will develop an understanding of the local and international relevance of your chosen studies. Students learn to value legal and ethical conduct, intellectual integrity, and respect for diversity and social justice principles. As a graduate, you may find roles in digital content production for print and broadcast journalism, as well as in a variety of online publications and digital and social media communication industries. These include public relations advocacy for non-government organisations, corporate and international public sectors, advertising account management and creative direction, TV, media, film and documentary production. You might also seek a career as a professional animator, graphic designer, web designer, professional photographer, illustrator, art director, professional art practitioner, music performer, teacher, artistic director, concert manager or community musician. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au

After studying Construction Management, you will be in a position to direct process for highquality building projects. The Construction Technology degree is focused on residential construction and the legal and economic aspects of the housing market. Career opportunities There are wide-ranging opportunities for you to build a career that makes a difference. Projects may cover roads, airports, water supply schemes, construction of large buildings, the design of smart machines, intelligent mechanical systems or design production for commercial, medical, industrial and consumer products. As a graduate, you may find careers in the fields of design, construction and management, hardware and software development, structural design, system architecture, project management, environmental engineering, or roles as a building surveyor, site manager, property developer, or in machinery design and development. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 57

Lakshmi Logathassan BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES / BACHELOR OF LAW, VICE CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP SCHOLAR (2013), MEMBER OF THE ACADEMY AND NSW YOUNG WOMAN OF THE YEAR (2014)

“Since high school I’ve been interested in international law and politics. Here I have the opportunity to pursue my passion in a very interesting and thought-provoking course. It encourages you to think deeply about contemporary issues in a domestic and international context in a way you probably haven’t before. It’s a flexible and accommodating learning environment with a number of opportunities to gain practical experience.”

As a graduate, you will have a solid grounding in evidence-based practice and lifelong learning skills which are highly regarded by the health industry. All programs include valuable work experience where you can build professional networks. The innovative National Institute of Complementary Medicine (NICM) is located at the Campbelltown campus, as is the UniClinic, a therapeutic health practice where treatments are provided by students under the supervision of qualified clinicians. Career opportunities Depending on which course you undertake, you may find a career in the public or private sectors, for example in hospitals, ambulance services, the defence force, rehabilitation centres, insurance companies, schools, large corporations, private practices and in government policy units. You may also work with athletes and sporting organisations, or work in a business as a personal trainer. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 58

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Law

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Medicine

Nursing and Midwifery Jacqui Leach BACHELOR OF NURSING (ADVANCED) DEAN’S SCHOLAR

Western Sydney University Law degrees are global in outlook and integrate academic content with professional skill development experiences such as mooting, legal drafting, court advocacy, client advising, alternative dispute resolution role plays (legal negotiation, mediation and arbitration), and clinical legal placements.

As a graduate of the Medicine and Surgery degree (MBBS), you’ll be more than just highly skilled; you’ll be ready for your internship and further specialist training.

Law programs are offered at the Campbelltown and Parramatta campuses. Both offer excellent facilities, including moot courts for practising advocacy skills, a comprehensive library and computer-based law research facilities. In 2017, you will have even more options to combine your studies with another degree and work alongside practising solicitors at the Parramatta Community Justice Clinic.

You will learn skills using state-of-the-art equipment and learning spaces, including a new technologically-enhanced anatomy laboratory, and clinical schools located at hospitals and community services in Western Sydney and across NSW.

Career opportunities In our Law programs, special emphasis is placed on professional legal skills. As a graduate, you may find employment in legal practice as a solicitor or barrister, and roles in the banking and finance sector, accounting firms and management consultancies, corporate management, education and publishing, government departments and regulatory authorities, marketing, human resources and telecommunication industries. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 59

Based on a curriculum that is tailored to the Western Sydney context as well as providing opportunities to experience rural medical practice, the program offers problem-based learning with intensive clinical practice and leading research.

Graduates are eligible for registration by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and may be able to apply for registration in overseas countries. Career opportunities Medical graduates have a huge variety of careers open to them, including medical clinical practice (general or specialist), medical research, teaching or administration, or a combination of these. Most medical graduates undertake further postgraduate vocational training before starting independent practice in their chosen area. In NSW, internships are administered by the Health Education and Training Institute (HETI), or by equivalent organisations in other states and territories. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 59

“A Bachelor of Nursing is opening the door to my next career as a Registered Nurse. I’m passionate about making a difference to rural and remote health and completing this degree will help me follow my dream. I encourage you to do the same. My advice is to attend university open days, speak with your school careers advisors and use your networks.”

Western Sydney University is home to one of Australia’s largest modern nursing and midwifery facilities. Our undergraduate courses are designed with the vision of preparing graduates for work into the future, making a difference to the lives of people, especially those in the Western Sydney region. All courses are underpinned by a primary health care philosophy supported by a flexible learning approach throughout the course. The curriculum includes high-quality, evidence-based studies, emphasising a balance of theory, clinical practice and interdisciplinary learning to prepare you for work in the nursing and midwifery sectors. We are internationally known for producing nursing and midwifery graduates who enjoy very high employment rates, particularly in the Western Sydney region. Career opportunities As a nursing graduate, you may work in acute care hospitals, aged care services, child and adolescent health, community health, medical practice nursing, disability services, emergency or trauma units, justice health, mental health services, forensics, drug and alcohol, occupational health, oncology, operating theatres, palliative care, rehabilitation services, nursing education and health administration. Registered midwives may work in a range of maternity areas within community settings and private and public hospitals in metropolitan, rural and remote areas. These include: midwifery group practice, team midwifery, caseload midwifery, homebirth, birth centres, antenatal clinics, postal wards, birthing units, postnatal clinics, community midwifery services and midwives also work in policy, research, education and management. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 59

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Online degrees

Policing and Criminology

Psychology

Sciences

Social Sciences

Teaching and Education

Western Sydney University will offer a selection of online degrees in 2017.

Our Bachelor of Policing is the only metropolitan Sydney-based policing degree.

These degrees provide you with the opportunity to study online from anywhere, at any time, while still accessing all the support you need to succeed in your studies. Study materials, academic matters, assessments and graduation will all be handled by the University. Offered in either full or parttime mode, the courses we offer will open up career opportunities in the areas of Communication, Criminology and Science, and Public Health.

This degree places a strong emphasis on modern policing methods. Regular consultation with NSW Police recruiters means you’ll increase your chances of joining the NSW or Australian Federal Police agencies. You may choose to study criminology or criminal and community justice, and develop the skills essential for corrective service roles.

Led by internationally-recognised psychology academics and practitioners, our psychology program is ranked in the top 200 in the world.

Stunning facilities, inspirational teaching and professional recognition await those undertaking our Science degrees.

With a Social Sciences degree, you can positively influence the lives of people, both in Australia and around the world.

With over 1,000 new graduates each year, we are one of Australia’s largest providers of professional teachers.

The Science facilities span three campuses and include Anatomical, Biological and Chemical facilities, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, the Mass Spectroscopy Lab and Confocal BioImaging Facility. For those students whose work involves animals, there is the Australian Freshwater Turtle Research Facility, as well as the Mammal and Reptile House.

Our Social Sciences degrees aim to expand your knowledge of the social world through theory and research, providing a deep understanding of the complex, culturally diverse and dynamic social environment of the 21st century.

Our courses are designed so you graduate work-ready – with a strong balance of theory and practical skills, to help you adapt to new challenges and complexities as they arise. The practical experience you will gain in our teaching programs will also give you the confidence to succeed from your first day at school.

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Career opportunities As a graduate, you may find a career in policing, other Commonwealth or state law enforcement and criminal justice agencies, intelligence agencies, border protection, security management, fraud management and investigation roles within the corporate or local government sectors, forensics, and computer forensics. Graduates also seek roles in corrective services, probation and parole, crime prevention, or as policy advisors, or social workers in the area of community corrections. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 60

Western Sydney University’s psychology program combines evidence-based biological, cognitive, neurological, social, developmental and personality theory with statistical expertise and practical experience. You will be well positioned to pursue a specialisation in your chosen field, and make a difference to the lives of others. Career opportunities As a graduate, you may find psychology or research positions in government departments and the private sector, in clinical, industrial and organisational psychology, counselling psychology, vocational psychology, forensic psychology, health psychology and sports psychology. The program has been designed to prepare psychology scientists and practitioners. You also have the opportunity to study electives from other disciplines, including applied leadership and critical thinking, data science, law, and social sciences. These will provide you with more career opportunities in today’s ever-changing world. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au

Our Hawkesbury campus is also home to a dedicated Crime Scene House. New Science laboratories opened at the Parramatta campus in 2016. Career opportunities Depending on the major and electives chosen, your career opportunities include roles in government, research, forensics, patents, quality control, universities, product development, environmental analysis, scientific instrumentation, medical laboratories, and technical management. You will also have the option of becoming a secondary school science or mathematics teacher, or you might pursue a high-level research career through a Master of Research. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 61

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All the specialisations within the Social Sciences degree focus on what makes people in our societies and cultures tick. Our Social Science programs also include Social Work, Community Welfare, Policing, Psychology, and Tourism and Urban Planning. If success is defined by making a difference, these degrees should be in your sights. Career opportunities As a graduate, you may find a career in development and peacekeeping agencies, international aid, police work, investigative and intelligence agencies, organisations undertaking policy development, analysis and social research, social and community planning organisations, heritage and tourism organisations and centres, and welfare and community development agencies. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au

Career opportunities As a graduate, you can work as a teacher in an early childhood centre, a government or non-government school, or college relevant to the postgraduate qualification and the majors chosen in the undergraduate degree. This includes roles as a primary school teacher (K-6), secondary school teacher, an education field officer in a variety of industries including sport, welfare, community education, and also in training and development facilities in industry. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 63

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Tourism and Urban Planning

Combined degrees

The College

The Tourism and Urban Planning programs at Western Sydney University are among Australia’s finest.

Your study options at Western Sydney University are increasing. Now you can tailor your studies to your specific goals by combining more degrees.

Western Sydney University The College (The College) provides a range of pathway options and support services to help you on your journey to university.

In 2017, the University will also offer a Bachelor of Data Science. This unique degree can be taken in combination with any Bachelor degree.

Through its comprehensive range of University Foundation Studies and Diploma programs featuring small class sizes and individual attention from academic staff, The College provides a well-supported environment for you to succeed in your tertiary studies.

These courses offer a balance of theory and practical field studies, broad subject choices, flexible course structures, industry-based projects and placements, and local and international work experience opportunities. Career opportunities If you are interested in a career in urban, social or cultural planning, the Bachelor of Planning pathway to the Master of Urban Management and Planning is for you. This course equips students to take leadership roles in urban management, strategic planning and policy development. As a graduate of Tourism Management, you may seek to build a career in festival and event management and programming, leisure and tourism policy development, tour operations; destination marketing, visitor attractions management, outdoor recreation, hospitality provision, cultural, tourism and leisure industry development, state and federal government departments concerned with urban and regional affairs, or planning consultancies. Find out more Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@westernsydney.edu.au ≥ PAGE 63

For example, you may choose to combine your Bachelor of Business degree with an Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking degree, or Arts, or Communication, or Information and Communications Technology, or International Studies, or Law, or Science. The choice is yours. The Bachelor of Data Science combines your choice of Bachelor degree with a focus on mathematics, statistics and computing.

One of the many advantages of studying at The College is the direct entry arrangement with Western Sydney University. After successfully completing the University Foundation Studies program and meeting the entry requirements, you will be guaranteed direct entry into the first year of the corresponding undergraduate degree at Western Sydney University.

Graduates will know how to embark on data driven investigations, and conduct visual and computational analytics for application in their own primary research.

Alternatively, successful completion of a Diploma program will guarantee you direct entry into the second year of the corresponding undergraduate degree.

Note, the Bachelor of Data Science is not a stand-alone degree. It can only be taken in combination with an existing Bachelor degree.

HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP loans are available to eligible students studying a Diploma or Foundation Studies program at The College. For more information, visit westernsydney.edu.au/thecollege

Find out more For more detailed information about the course structure and units, visit westernsydney.edu.au/courses

Rachel Brown BACHELOR OF MEDICAL SCIENCE (ADVANCED) / ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT

“The Advanced Medical Science course gives you valuable insights and experience, especially in the area of research. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside academics and undertake a variety of research projects. Regardless of where you want your degree to take you, the skills you learn are so adaptable they can be carried into any area.”

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Research with impact. As a research-led institution, Western Sydney University sees learning and research as connected aspects of the student experience.

Our research doesn’t just happen in the lab. We work with regional, national and international partners to deliver research that has a positive impact on the economic, social and environmental wellbeing of our communities. Responding to the challenges faced by the communities we serve, our research work is focused on four key themes: Urban Living and Society Our research in this area seeks to understand and guide change in the economy, our society and the culture we live in. Our research work shows how the places we live, the work we do, the way we describe ourselves and the relationships we form, interrelate. Health and Wellbeing We take an integrated approach to health research, based on the assumption that the environments in which we live, the cultural background from which we come and the work we do all affect our physical and mental health. Our research explores how health initiatives can prevent disease and illness, encourage healthy lifestyles in individuals and communities, and reduce the cost and impact of illness. Education and Aspirational Change Our research in this area aims to ensure that global prosperity is underpinned by global equity. We create research that supports individuals and communities in achieving their economic, social and cultural goals through education. Environmental Sustainability We are in the midst of challenges affecting the world such as contested land-use, urban and agricultural climate change adaptation, and resource conservation. Our research takes a practical and interdisciplinary approach to solving these challenges by focusing on maintaining and managing the diversity of urban, agricultural and natural systems.

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Responding to regional, national and global priorities, we deliver tangible outcomes through the work of our four research institutes: HAWKESBURY INSTITUTE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT ≥ HAWKESBURY CAMPUS Investigating the impact of climate change on native trees and forests westernsydney.edu.au/hie INSTITUTE FOR CULTURE AND SOCIETY ≥ PARRAMATTA CAMPUS Research to meet the challenges of our changing social landscape westernsydney.edu.au/ics MARCS INSTITUTE FOR BRAIN, BEHAVIOUR AND DEVELOPMENT ≥ BANKSTOWN CAMPUS Dedicated to understanding the scientific basis of human communication westernsydney.edu.au/marcs INSTITUTE FOR INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERING ≥ PENRITH CAMPUS Promoting ‘smart engineering’ to improve infrastructure systems westernsydney.edu.au/iie

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Unlimited learning possibilities beyond your undergraduate degree. We live in a fast-paced and ever-changing world. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why Western Sydney University consults with business and industry to develop postgraduate programs that respond to the challenges of a global workplace â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with a focus on practical skills, critical thinking and professional accreditation so you graduate with marketable qualifications. We also offer you flexible study options, with variable entry and exit points, to suit your work and life commitments.

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YOUR WAY Unlimited opportunities for success. Western Sydney University invests in providing new study options, pathway programs and support services to ensure that students in the Western Sydney region and across Australia have access to a greater range of high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate opportunities.

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Travel and study

Your passport to a world of unlimited learning possibilities. If you’re determined to see the world, Western Sydney University wants to help you with opportunities to travel and study in more than 300 destinations.

Western Sydney Advantage entry programs

OUR GO GLOBAL PROGRAM INCLUDES: ≥ Student Exchanges 6 or 12-month overseas study programs at one of our partner universities. ≥ Short Courses International study programs at partner universities during summer or winter breaks. ≥ Language Study Study in the native language of the country (beginner to advanced level) or in English, where English is not the native language. ≥ Internships and Volunteering International work and industry experience opportunities. ≥ Study Abroad Overseas study opportunities available at non-partner universities.

INDO-PACIFIC SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH THE NEW COLOMBO PLAN The New Colombo Plan offers Australian undergraduates the opportunity to work and study in more than 30 host countries within the Indo-Pacific region on an Australian Government scholarship or grant. Providing recipients with a unique pathway to exciting career opportunities within the region, the New Colombo Plan includes:

We believe that success in life comes from what’s inside you, not where you’ve come from. Built on the premise that it doesn’t matter where you begin, but where your studies take you, Western Sydney University provides the following advantage entry programs*:

≥ scholarship programs for study of up to one year ≥ student grants for short and longer-term study ≥ internships and mentorships ≥ practicums and research grants.

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Our Early Offer Program aims to give as many HSC students as possible the opportunity to study with us. EARLY OFFER OPPORTUNITIES – BEFORE YOU GET YOUR ATAR The Academy Global Leaders Program This program is for high-achieving students planning to study an advanced degree. As part of the program, you’ll have membership to The Academy, a $2,000 Smart Start scholarship, a University-sponsored overseas academic or leadership experience and a guaranteed internship during your studies. To apply, complete the online application at westernsydney.edu.au/theacademy by 28 September 2016. Apply through UAC for your preferred advanced degree by 30 September 2016. Schools Recommendation Schemes (SRS) If you apply to the SRS through UAC, you may be eligible for a guaranteed offer to a broad range of courses even before your ATAR is released. Applications must be submitted through UAC by 30 September 2016.

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EARLY OFFER OPPORTUNITIES – AFTER YOU GET YOUR ATAR Early Offer Program With Early Offers available on many of our undergraduate courses, if you select any course as any preference before December 2016 you may be eligible for an Early Offer. We will contact you after your ATAR comes out to let you know what courses you could get into, and what you’ll need to do to get an Early Offer. This means you could have your offer and be enrolled at university before all your friends. * Conditions apply. The early offer program is not applicable to all courses. Regional, subject and Educational Access Scheme Bonus Points will be taken into consideration. For more information about Bonus Points and our Advantage entry programs or to find out if you are eligible, email study@westernsydney.edu.au

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Alternative entry pathways

THE FACTS ON FEES As a Western Sydney University student, you may need to pay a number of fees throughout your studies, depending on your degree enrolment status. These fees may include student contribution and tuition fees. If you’re eligible, you may also be able to obtain a HELP loan for payment of your student contribution or tuition fees.

The fee structure will be different for international students and for those applying to study at The College. For more information, visit westernsydney.edu.au/fees

Note: The new fee structure for 2017 will be available later in 2016.

If you do not meet the entry requirements for an undergraduate course, or miss out on a place in the course of your choice, Western Sydney University offers alternative pathways to study.

THE COLLEGE Owned by Western Sydney University, The College offers students a pathway to university study through its comprehensive range of University Foundation Studies and Diploma programs. Small class sizes and individualised attention from academic staff provide a well-supported environment for students to succeed in their tertiary studies. Successful completion of a University Foundation Studies or Diploma program at The College guarantees entry into a corresponding Western Sydney University undergraduate degree program. For more information, visit westernsydney.edu.au/thecollege TERTIARY EDUCATION PATHWAYS AND PARTNERSHIPS TAFE, Community College and private providers offer Certificate III and Diploma courses under the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF). There are a number of courses that have established pathways with Western Sydney University. For more information, visit westernsydney.edu.au/tepp

SPECIAL TERTIARY ADMISSIONS TEST (STAT) Administered by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), Western Sydney University accepts the multiple choice STAT when considering applicants. For more information, visit uac.edu.au/stat If you have any questions about alternative entry pathways, please call our Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or email study@westernsydney.edu.au

2016 STUDENT CONTRIBUTION BANDS AND AMOUNTS Bands and General Discipline Areas

016 Maximum Student Contribution 2 (EFTSL per year)*

Band 3: Law, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, Administration, Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary Science

$10,440

Band 2: Mathematics, Statistics, Computing, Built Environment, Other Health, Applied Health, Engineering, Science, Agriculture, Surveying

$8,917

Band 1: Humanities, Behavioural Science, Social Studies, Education, Clinical Psychology, Foreign Languages, Visual and Performing Arts, Nursing

$6,256

ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER APPLICANTS

* Equivalent full-time study load Note: Pre-2010 HECS students should go to studyassist.gov.au for more information.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander program at Western Sydney University is aimed at increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation in undergraduate courses across all areas of study.

WESTERN PATHWAYS

CONNECT WITH US

Get instant access to a range of free resources, tools and tips to making studying at High School a success.

As a student at Western Sydney University, you become part of a dynamic, thriving and culturally rich community. Becoming part of the University’s clubs and associations is the best way to meet new people with similar interests, make friends, and explore a variety of cultural, courserelated and sporting activities. You can also start your own club.

Whether you are currently working, unemployed, studying at TAFE or coming straight from high school, as a prospective student you are not required to have completed the HSC or any other qualifications to apply to study at the University via the program. The program’s duration is two days and includes assessment workshops in literacy and numeracy, and an interview to discuss your course of interest.

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SUMMER SESSION If you would like more flexibility to plan and manage your study around your lifestyle and the many demands on your time, our Summer session offers two optional learning periods between December and February. With Summer session, you can complete your degree your way, get ahead in your course so you can graduate and start earning a salary sooner, take a session off to travel or work full-time and catch up on one or two units over summer, or lighten your study load by spreading out your subjects across the year. For more information, visit westernsydney.edu.au/summer

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How to apply. Undergraduate course applications.

I F YOU ARE COMPLETING YEAR 12 AT THE TIME OF APPLYING: 1. Check your eligibility for our Western Sydney University Advantage entry program – you could qualify for a maximum of 10 bonus points when applying. Call 1300 897 669. 2. Apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) uac.edu.au Your application will be considered on the basis of your Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) or equivalent. There are some courses that have additional selection criteria – refer to the UAC Guide. 3. Know all the information about our alternative entry schemes (see page 44). IF YOU ARE NOT COMPLETING YEAR 12 AT THE TIME OF APPLYING: 1. Gather information for your application. 2. Apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) uac.edu.au Your application will be based on the results of your secondary, tertiary or other accredited academic qualifications including: ≥ Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR), University Admissions Index (UAI), Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER) or equivalent ≥ Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Certificate III or above ≥ previous university study (minimum two units) ≥ special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) results ≥ work experience (minimum of 12 months full-time or equivalent work). Each qualification will be allocated a rank. If you have one or more of the above qualifications, the highest rank will be used in assessing your application.

Regional bonus points – if you are a noncurrent school leaver (not completing Year 12 or International Baccalaureate at the time of applying for university) and live or study in the Western Sydney region, you will automatically receive five bonus points when you apply through UAC to study at Western Sydney University. 3. Know all the information about our alternative entry schemes (see page 44). IF YOU ARE AN ABORIGINAL AND/OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants have two pathways to apply to Western Sydney University. 1. Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) Students who are eligible for an ATAR should complete an online application for admission via UAC at uac.edu.au 2. D irect admission via the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Alternative Entry Program Complete the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Alternative Entry Application form at westernsydney.edu.au/ATSIeducation For more detailed admission advice or if you require assistance with the application, please contact Western Sydney University on 1300 897 669 or email study@westernsydney.edu.au

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

INTERNATIONAL APPLICATIONS

HOW DO I APPLY?

If you are an international student completing one of the following qualifications in 2016, you must apply through UAC International:

You can apply online through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Visit uac.edu.au for more information, or call Western Sydney University’s Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669.

≥ Australian Year 12 Higher School Certificate in or outside Australia ≥ International Baccalaureate in Australia ≥ New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA ), Level 3. You can lodge your application online at uac.edu.au/international All other international students must apply directly to Western Sydney University. International application forms and further information about studying in Australia can be found at westernsydney.edu.au/international If you have any questions about applying as an international student call 02 9852 5499 or email internationalstudy@westernsydney.edu.au For more information on how to apply, please call our Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or email study@westernsydney.edu.au

WHAT CAN I DO IF I DON’T GET THE ATAR I WANT? There are a number of alternative pathways available, for example, The College, Tertiary Education Pathways and Partnerships, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Alternative Entry and STAT. To find out the best options for you, see page 44 of this guide or call our Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669. WHAT BONUS POINTS CAN I GET? There are bonus points available through our Advantage program. You may qualify for Regional Bonus Points, and/or Subject Bonus Points up to a maximum of 10 Bonus Points. Call our Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 to find out more. WHAT SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE? DO I HAVE TO GET A HIGH ATAR? We offer a variety of scholarships, with eligibility criteria ranging from academic excellence to financial hardship and sporting achievement. For details of all scholarships on offer, please visit westernsydney.edu.au/scholarships HOW MUCH WILL MY COURSE COST AND DO I NEED TO PAY THE FEES STRAIGHT AWAY?

IF YOU ARE APPLYING TO THE COLLEGE 1. University Foundation Studies Course

All undergraduate courses at Western Sydney University are Commonwealth supported for Australian citizens and permanent residents. This means undergraduate tuition fees are subsidised by the Government, giving you a lower rate of fees to pay. As an Australian citizen, you may use HECS-HELP to defer your fees. For more information, visit studyassist.gov.au

Apply direct through the Apply online system applyonline.westernsydney.edu.au 2. D iploma program Apply via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) uac.edu.au For more information, visit uac.edu.au call The College on 1300 445 059 or email pathwaystouni@westernsydney.edu.au

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HOW MANY HOURS WILL I SPEND AT UNI?

WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE TO HELP ME FIND WORK?

As a full-time student on campus, you should expect to spend 12–16 hours each week in lectures or tutorials between 8am and 9pm, Monday to Friday. Practical courses will require out of hours involvement and some courses require off-campus placements.

Western Sydney University Careers offers a number of services to assist you to gain work experience, find work while you study and help you stand out once you graduate. Our Careers Office offers jobs on campus, as well as internships within the University and with external industry partners. We also provide advice and run workshops to assist you with writing your cover letter and resume, addressing selection criteria and preparing for interviews. For more information, visit westernsydney.edu.au/careers

HOW LONG ARE THE TEACHING SESSIONS? Most undergraduate degrees are taught in two sessions – the Autumn session (from March to June) and the Spring session (from July to November). Western Sydney University also offers an optional Summer session (from December to February), during which students can undertake additional units if they are available. The College offers programs which are taught over three terms. WHAT IS UNIVERSITY LIFE LIKE? Learning is the major aspect of university life, but there are also many opportunities available for networking, support and extracurricular activities (not necessarily related to study). Visit westernsydney.edu.au/ studentlife or call 1300 897 669 to speak to a current student about their university experience.

WHO CAN I TALK TO IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? If you have any questions about studying at Western Sydney University, please contact our Course Information Centre: Phone: 1300 897 669 Email: study@westernsydney.edu.au Website: westernsydney.edu.au/ future_students

WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE TO NEW STUDENTS? At Western Sydney University, there are many people dedicated to helping new students. There are many support services available to make your transition to university as smooth as possible, such as bridging programs, workshops on public speaking and time management, and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS). For more information, take a look at the current students’ site westernsydney.edu.au/startingout

PROSPECTUS 2017

Campus life

As a student at Western Sydney University, you become part of a dynamic, thriving and culturally rich community. There are diverse opportunities for sport and recreation, entertainment, going out and engaging with the community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; both on and off campus. ON CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION Living on campus offers great opportunities to make new friends and experience all that university life has to offer. The University offers a wide range of high-quality, affordable accommodation options. You will have a choice of catered and self-catered rooms on most campuses. Find out more about accommodation by visiting westernsydney.edu.au/village STUDENT CENTRAL Student Central is the first point of contact for any question you have. We can give advice about enrolment and fees, help with forms and eForms, and have a range of information brochures. To find out more, just call the Student Central Infoline on 1300 668 370

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The Academy

PROSPECTUS 2017

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking*

Parramatta

1F/3P

85.00

B Arts (Dean’s Scholars)

Bankstown

3F/6P

90.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

90.00

Penrith

3F/6P

90.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

Parramatta

3F/6P

Penrith

3F/6P

Bankstown

3F/6P

Parramatta

3F/6P

Penrith

3F/6P

B Arts (Interpreting and Translation) (Dean’s Scholars)

Bankstown

3F/6P

90.00

B Business (Advanced Business Leadership)

Parramatta City

3F/6P

90.00

B Business (Advanced Business Leadership)/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Communication (Dean’s Scholars)

Parramatta

3F/6P

90.00

Penrith

3F/6P

90.00

B Computer Science (Advanced)

Penrith

90.00

B Design (Visual Communication) (Dean’s Scholars)

Penrith

90.00

B Engineering (Advanced) Honours

Penrith

4F/8P

92.00

B Information and Communications Technology (Advanced)

Campbelltown

92.00

Parramatta

92.00

Penrith

92.00

B Information Systems (Advanced)

Parramatta

92.00

B International Studies (Dean’s Scholars)

Bankstown

3F/6P

90.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

90.00

Campbelltown

90.00

Hawkesbury

90.00

B Music (Dean’s Scholars)

Penrith

3F/6P

N/A

B Natural Science (Advanced)

Hawkesbury

90.00

B Nursing (Advanced)

Campbelltown

90.00

Hawkesbury

90.00

Parramatta

90.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

92.00

Penrith

3F/6P

92.00

Campbelltown

90.00

Hawkesbury

90.00

Parramatta

90.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

90.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

90.00

Penrith

3F/6P

90.00

B Arts (Dean’s Scholars)/Pathway to Teaching Primary

B Arts (Dean’s Scholars)/Pathway to Teaching Secondary

B Medical Science (Advanced)

B Policing (Leadership Program)

B Science (Advanced Science)

B Social Science (Advanced)

Arts

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Arts (Dean’s Scholars)

Bankstown

3F/6P

90.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

90.00

Penrith

3F/6P

90.00

B Arts (Cultural and Social Analysis, English, History and Political Thought, Indigenous Australian Studies, International Relations and Asian Studies, Islamic Studies, Languages (Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese): Linguistics, Philosophy, Psychological Studies) Key Program: Psychology

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

72.85

Penrith

3F/6P

70.00

B Arts (Interpreting and Translation) (Dean’s Scholars)

Bankstown

3F/6P

90.00

B Arts (Interpreting and Translation)

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

B Arts/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking

Parramatta

4F/9P

85.00

B Arts/B Business

Bankstown

4F/8P

70.00

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Bankstown

4F/8P

70.00

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

Penrith

4F/8P

70.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

70.00

Penrith

3F/6P

70.00

Bankstown

2F/4P

N/A

Parramatta

2F/4P

N/A

Penrith

2F/4P

N/A

Bankstown

3F/6P

Parramatta

3F/6P

Penrith

3F/6P

Bankstown

3F/6P

Parramatta

3F/6P

Penrith

3F/6P

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

70.00

Penrith

3F/6P

70.00

B Arts/B Laws

B Arts/B Social Science

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth–5/Birth–12)^

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth–5/Birth–12) Diploma Pathway^

B Arts (Dean’s Scholars) /Pathway to Teaching Primary

B Arts (Dean’s Scholars) /Pathway to Teaching Secondary

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary)^

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)^

3F/6P

70.00

3F/6P

73.10

Penrith

3F/6P

70.00

B Communication/B International Studies

Parramatta

70.00

B International Studies (Dean’s Scholars)

Bankstown

3F/6P

90.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

90.00

B International Studies (International Relations and Asian Studies; Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese)

Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, nc = New course, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry. Note: * The Bachelor of Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking can be taken with any Bachelor degree in 2017. While a minimum cut-off of 85 applies some degrees may require a higher cut-off. All concurrent units in this degree are offered at the Parramatta campus only.

Bankstown Parramatta

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

70.00

B International Studies/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking

Parramatta

4F/9P

85.00

B International Studies/B Business

Bankstown

4F/8P

70.00

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B International Studies/B Laws B International Studies/B Social Science

Bankstown

4F/8P

70.00

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

B Language and Linguistics

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

B Science/B International Studies

Parramatta

75.55

B Information and Communications Technology/B Arts

Parramatta

65.00

B Science/B Arts

Parramatta

75.55

Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry, nc = New course. Note: ^ To obtain teaching accreditation, a Master of Teaching must be completed following the Bachelor degree. Check University handbook for durations. 54

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Business

PROSPECTUS 2017

COURSE B Accounting

B Accounting/B Laws

B Arts/B Business

B Business (Advanced Business Leadership) B Business

B Business (Accounting)

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

Communication Arts

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Communication (Dean’s Scholars)

Parramatta

3F/6P

90.00

Penrith

3F/6P

90.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

71.45

Penrith

3F/6P

71.45

Bankstown

3F/6P

75.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

75.00

Parramatta City

3F/6P

75.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Online

3F/6P

71.45

Bankstown

4F/8P

70.00

B Communication (Advertising or Public Relations)/B Business

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

B Communication/B International Studies

Parramatta

70.00

Parramatta City

3F/6P

90.00

B Communication/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Communication* (Advertising, Journalism, Media Arts Production^, Public Relations)

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

B Design (Visual Communication) (Dean’s Scholars)

Penrith

90.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

70.00

B Design (Visual Communication)

Penrith

65.00

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

B Screen Media (Arts and Production)

Parramatta

3F/6P

75.00

Penrith

3F/6P

75.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

70.00

B Music (Dean’s Scholars)

Penrith

3F/6P

N/A

Penrith

3F/6P

N/A

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

B Music

B Business (Applied Finance)

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

B Business (Economics)

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

Key: B = Bachelor, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry. Note: * Journalism, Public Relations, Advertising majors only at Parramatta. ^ Media Arts Production is not available online.

B Business (Hospitality Management)

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

B Business (Human Resource Management)

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

70.00

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

B Business (International Business)

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

B Business (Management)

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

70.00

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

70.00

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

Distance

3F/6P

70.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

70.00

Parramatta City

3F/6P

70.00

B Business (Advanced Business Leadership)/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Business/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Communication (Advertising or Public Relations)/ B Business

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

B Engineering (Honours)/B Business

Bankstown

5F/10P

85.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

85.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

85.00

Penrith

5F/10P

85.00

Bankstown

75.00

Campbelltown

75.00

Parramatta

75.00

B Business (Marketing)

B Business (Property)

B Business (Sport Management)

B Information and Communications Technology/B Business

B Information and Communications Technology/ B Business (Accounting) B International Studies/B Business

B Science/B Business

Engineering, Information and Communications Technology

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION ATAR

B Engineering (Advanced) Honours

Penrith

4F/8P

90.00

B Engineering (Honours) (Civil, Construction, Electrical, Mechanical, Robotics and Mechatronics)

Penrith

4F/8P

83.20

B Engineering Science

Penrith

3F/6P

75.00

B Engineering (Honours)/B Business

Bankstown

5F/10P

85.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

85.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

85.00

Penrith

5F/10P

85.00

B Building Design Management

Penrith

4F/8P

70.00

B Construction Management

Penrith

4F/8P

68.25

B Construction Management Studies/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Construction Technology

Penrith

65.00

B Design and Technology

Penrith

3F/6P

N/A

B Industrial Design

Penrith

4F/8P

N/A

B Information and Communications Technology (Advanced)

Campbelltown

92.00

Parramatta

92.00

Penrith

92.00

Campbelltown

75.00

Parramatta

75.00

Penrith

75.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

75.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

75.00

Penrith

3F/6P

75.00

B Information and Communications Technology

B Information and Communications Technology (Health Information Management)

Campbelltown

75.00

B Information Systems (Advanced)

Parramatta

92.00

Parramatta

75.00

B Information Systems

Parramatta

75.00

Bankstown

4F/8P

70.00

Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry.

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

Campbelltown

73.00

Parramatta

75.55

Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time.

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Engineering, Information and Communications Technology (continued)

PROSPECTUS 2017

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Data Science*

Parramatta

75.00

B Computer Science (Advanced)

Penrith

92.00

B Computer Science (Networked Systems, Systems Programming, Systems Security)

Penrith

80.00

B Information and Communications Technology/B Arts

Parramatta

75.00

B Information and Communications Technology/B Business

Bankstown

75.00

Campbelltown

75.00

Parramatta

75.00

Campbelltown

75.00

Parramatta

75.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

B Information and Communications Technology/ B Business (Accounting) B Information and Communications Technology/B Laws

Law

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Laws (Graduate entry)

Campbelltown

3F/6P

N/A

Parramatta

3F/6P

N/A

Campbelltown

4F/8P

N/A

Parramatta

4F/8P

N/A

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Business (Advanced Business Leadership)/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Business/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

B Laws (Non-graduate entry)

B Accounting/B Laws

B Arts/B Laws

Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time. Note: * The Bachelor of Data Science can be taken with any Bachelor degree in 2017. While a minimum cut-off of 75 applies some degrees may require a higher cut-off. All concurrent units in this degree are offered at the Parramatta campus only.

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Communication/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Construction Management Studies/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

B Criminal and Community Justice/B Laws

Health and Sport Sciences

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Health Science (Health Promotion, Health Services Management or Therapeutic Recreation)

Campbelltown

65.00

B Health Science (Health and Physical Education)

Penrith

75.00

B Health Science (Paramedicine)

Campbelltown

92.00

B Health Science (Public Health)

Online

B Health Science (Sport and Exercise Science)

Campbelltown

82.80

B Health Science (Health and Physical Education) (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)^

Campbelltown

4A/4.5F

76.00

B Occupational Therapy

Campbelltown

83.00

B Physiotherapy

Campbelltown

99.70

B Podiatric Medicine

Campbelltown

87.00

B Traditional Chinese Medicine

Campbelltown

80.00

Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, nc = New course, A = Accelerated mode. Note: ^ To obtain teaching accreditation, a Master of Teaching must be completed following the Bachelor degree. Check University handbook for durations.

B Criminology/B Laws

B Information and Communications Technology/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B International Studies/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Science/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Social Science/B Laws

Key: B = Bachelor, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry.

Medicine

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Medicine/B Surgery

Campbelltown

N/A

Key: B = Bachelor, F = Full-time, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry.

Nursing and Midwifery

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Nursing (Advanced)

Campbelltown

90.00

Hawkesbury

90.00

Parramatta

90.00

Campbelltown

76.95

Hawkesbury

69.90

Parramatta

79.05

Lithgow

60.25

Parramatta

N/A

B Nursing

B Midwifery

Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry.

Western Sydney University

westernsydney.edu.au

PROSPECTUS 2017

Online degrees

PROSPECTUS 2017

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Communication

Online

3F/6P

71.45

B Health Science (Public Health)

Online

B Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies

Online

3F/6P

75.00

Sciences

Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, nc = New course.

Policing and Criminology

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Science (Advanced Science)

Campbelltown

90.00

Hawkesbury

90.00

Parramatta

90.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

76.30

Hawkesbury

3F/6P

75.55

Parramatta

3F/6P

73.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

73.00

Hawkesbury

3F/6P

75.55

Parramatta

3F/6P

73.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

73.00

B Science

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Policing (Leadership Program)

Bankstown

3F/6P

92.00

Penrith

3F/6P

92.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

75.00

Penrith

3F/6P

75.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

75.55

Bankstown

3F/6P

75.00

B Science (Environmental Science)

Hawkesbury

3F/6P

73.00

Penrith

3F/6P

75.00

B Science (Forensic Science)

Hawkesbury

73.00

B Science (Mathematical Science)

Campbelltown

3F/6P

73.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

75.55

B Policing

B Criminal and Community Justice

B Criminal and Community Justice/B Laws

B Science (Biological Sciences)

B Science (Chemistry)

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Criminal and Community Justice/B Social Work

Bankstown

5F/10P

84.80

B Science (Nutrition and Food Sciences)

Hawkesbury

3F/6P

73.00

B Criminology

Bankstown

3F/6P

77.35

B Science (Zoology)

Hawkesbury

74.65

Penrith

3F/6P

77.35

B Science (Zoology)/B Natural Science (Animal Science)

Hawkesbury

4F/8P

75.80

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

B Science/B Arts

Parramatta

75.55

B Criminology/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies

Online

3F/6P

75.00

B Science (Forensic Science)

Hawkesbury

73.00

B Science/B Business

Campbelltown

73.00

B Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies

Online

3F/6P

75.00

Key: B = Bachelor, F = Full-time, P = Part-time.

Psychology

COURSE

Parramatta

75.55

B Science/B International Studies

Parramatta

75.55

B Science/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Campbelltown

4A/4.5F

74.00

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Psychology

Bankstown

4F/8P

85.00

Hawkesbury

4A/4.5F

76.00

Penrith

4F/8P

85.00

Parramatta

4A/4.5F

74.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

75.00

B Engineering Science

Penrith

3F/6P

75.00

Penrith

3F/6P

75.00

B Medical Science (Advanced)

Campbelltown

90.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

Hawkesbury

90.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

72.85

Parramatta

Penrith

3F/6P

70.00

Campbelltown

3F/6P

75.55

B Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies

Online

3F/6P

75.00

Hawkesbury

3F/6P

75.55

B Arts (Psychology)/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Natural Science (Advanced)

Hawkesbury

90.00

B Natural Science (Animal Science)

Hawkesbury

3F/6P

70.00

B Natural Science (Environment and Health)

Distance

70.00

B Natural Science (Environmental Management)

Hawkesbury

70.00

B Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security

Hawkesbury

70.00

B Social Science (Psychology)

B Arts (with a key program in Psychology)

B Science (Pathway to Secondary Teaching)^

B Medical Science

Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time.

Key: B = Bachelor, M = Master of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, A = Accelerated mode, nc = New course, D = Distance mode. Note: ^ To obtain teaching accreditation, a Master of Teaching must be completed following the Bachelor degree. Check University handbook for durations.

Western Sydney University

westernsydney.edu.au

PROSPECTUS 2017

Social Sciences

PROSPECTUS 2017

COURSE B Social Science (Advanced)

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

Bankstown

3F/6P

90.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

90.00

Penrith

Teaching and Education

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Arts (Dean’s Scholars)/Pathway to Teaching Primary

Bankstown

3F/6P

Parramatta

3F/6P

Penrith

3F/6P

Bankstown

3F/6P

90.00

B Social Science (Anthropology, Child and Community, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Geography and Urban Studies, Heritage and Tourism, Peace and Development Studies, Sociology)

Bankstown

3F/6P

68.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

68.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

Penrith

3F/6P

68.00

Penrith

3F/6P

B Social Science/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

70.00

Penrith

3F/6P

70.00

Bankstown

2F/4P

N/A

Parramatta

2F/4P

N/A

Penrith

2F/4P

N/A

Bankstown

3F/6P

70.00

B Social Science (Psychology)

B Arts/B Social Science

B Anthropology

B Humanitarian and Development Studies

B Social Work

Bankstown

3F/6P

75.00

Penrith

3F/6P

75.00

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth–5/Birth–12)^

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth–5/Birth–12) Diploma Pathway^

Bankstown

4F/8P

70.00

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

Penrith

4F/8P

70.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

74.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

70.00

Penrith

3F/6P

74.00

Penrith

3F/6P

70.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

82.00

Bankstown

3F/6P

73.00

Penrith

3F/6P

82.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

70.00

Bankstown

4F/8P

84.80

Parramatta

4F/8P

84.80

Bankstown

3F/6P

73.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

73.00

B Community and Social Development

Penrith

N/A

B Criminal and Community Justice/B Social Work

Bankstown

5F/10P

84.80

B Community Welfare

B Arts (Dean’s Scholars)/Pathway to Teaching Secondary

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary)^

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)^

Penrith

3F/6P

70.00

B Health Science (Health and Physical Education) (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)^

Penrith

4A/4.5F

76.00

B Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)

Campbelltown

4A/4.5F

74.00

Hawkesbury

4A/4.5F

76.00

Parramatta

4A/4.5F

74.00

Bankstown

N/A

B Education (Primary) ATSIE

Key: B = Bachelor of, M = Master of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry.

Key: B = Bachelor, M = Master, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, nc = New course, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry, A = Accelerated mode. Note: ^ To obtain teaching accreditation, a Master of Teaching must be completed following the Bachelor degree. Check University handbook for durations.

Tourism and Urban Planning

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Tourism Management

Penrith

3F/6P

72.15

Parramatta

3F/6P

72.15

Parramatta

3F/6P

65.00

Penrith

3F/6P

65.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

65.00

Penrith

3F/6P

65.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

65.00

Penrith

3F/6P

65.00

Parramatta

3F/6P

82.00

B Social Science (Geography and Urban Studies)

B Social Science (Heritage and Tourism)

B Social Science (Peace and Development Studies)

B Planning (Pathway to M Urban Management and Planning)

Penrith

3F/6P

82.00

M Urban Management and Planning

Parramatta

1F/2P

N/A

M Planning

Parramatta

2F/4P

N/A

Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry.

Western Sydney University

westernsydney.edu.au

PROSPECTUS 2017

Combined degrees

PROSPECTUS 2017

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Accounting/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Bankstown

4F/8P

70.00

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Arts (Psychology)/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Arts/B Social Science

Bankstown

4F/8P

70.00

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

B Arts/B Business

B Arts/B Laws

Penrith

4F/8P

70.00

B Business (ABL)/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Business/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Communication (Advertising or Public Relations)/B Business

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

B Communication/B International Studies

Parramatta

70.00

B Communication/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Construction Management Studies/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Criminal and Community Justice/B Social Work

Bankstown

5F/10P

84.80

B Criminology/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Bankstown

5F/10P

85.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

85.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

85.00

B Criminal and Community Justice/B Laws

B Engineering (Honours)/B Business

Penrith

5F/10P

85.00

B Information and Communications Technology/B Arts

Parramatta

75.00

B Information and Communications Technology/ B Business (Accounting)

Campbelltown

75.00

Parramatta

75.00

B Information and Communications Technology/B Business

Bankstown

75.00

Campbelltown

75.00

Parramatta

75.00

Campbelltown

95.00

Parramatta

95.00

Bankstown

4F/8P

70.00

Parramatta

4F/8P

70.00

B International Studies/B Laws

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

B Science/B Arts

Parramatta

75.55

B Science/B Business

Campbelltown

73.00

Parramatta

75.55

B Science/B International Studies

Parramatta

75.55

B Science/B Laws

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Campbelltown

5F/10P

95.00

Parramatta

5F/10P

95.00

Hawkesbury

4F/8P

75.80

B Information and Communications Technology/B Laws

B International Studies/B Business

B Social Science/B Laws

B Science (Zoology)/B Natural Science (Animal Science)

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander courses

COURSE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

B Community and Social Development

Penrith

N/A

B Education (Primary) ATSIE

Bankstown

N/A

B Medicine/B Surgery

Campbelltown

N/A

Key: F = Full-time, N/A = ATAR not applicable, alternative entry. Note: B Medicine/B Surgery â&#x20AC;&#x201C; entry to this degree will be determined by the School of Medicine on a case-by-case basis.

Key: F = Full-Time, P = Part-time.

Western Sydney University

westernsydney.edu.au

PROSPECTUS 2017

THE COLLEGE Arts

PROSPECTUS 2017

COURSE

INTAKE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

University Foundation Studies – Arts Stream (Accelerated)

Feb

Bankstown

1 term – 4 months

45.00

Feb

Nirimba

1 term – 4 months

45.00

University Foundation Studies – Arts Stream (Standard)

Diploma in Arts (Standard)

Diploma in Arts (Extended)

Oct

Penrith

1 term – 4 months

45.00

Feb

Bankstown

2 terms – 8 months

O/A

Feb

Lithgow

2 terms – 8 months

O/A

Feb

Nirimba

2 terms – 8 months

O/A

June

Penrith

2 terms – 8 months

O/A

Feb/June

Bankstown

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Feb

Bankstown

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Feb/Oct

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Health Science and Nursing

COURSE

INTAKE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

Diploma in Business (Standard)

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Business (Extended)

Feb

Bankstown

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Feb/Oct

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Key: O/A = Open Access. Note: ATAR entry scores are indicative only. Other factors may be taken into consideration.

Communication Arts and Design

COURSE

INTAKE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

Diploma in Communication (Standard)

Feb

Penrith

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Communication (Extended)

Feb

Penrith

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Diploma in Design (Standard)

Feb

Penrith

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Design (Extended)

Feb

Penrith

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Information and Communications Technology

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

University Foundation Studies – Health Science/Nursing Stream (Accelerated)

Feb

Nirimba

1 term – 4 months

45.00

University Foundation Studies – Health Science/Nursing Stream (Standard)

Feb

Lithgow

2 terms – 8 months

O/A

Feb

Nirimba

2 terms – 8 months

O/A

Diploma in Health Science (HP, HSM & TR) – (Standard)

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Health Science (HP, HSM & TR) – (Extended)

Feb

Lithgow

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Feb

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Diploma in Health Science (HPE) – (Standard)

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Health Science (PDHPE) – (Extended)

Feb

Lithgow

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Feb

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

COURSE

INTAKE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

Diploma in Building Design Management (Standard)

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

50.00

Diploma in Building Design Management (Extended)

Feb/Oct

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Diploma in Construction Management (Standard)

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Construction Management (Extended)

Feb/Oct

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Diploma in Engineering (Standard)

Feb

Penrith

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Engineering (Extended)

Feb/Oct

Penrith

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Associate Degree in Engineering

Jan/Jul

Online

8 Quarters – Part-time web

COURSE

INTAKE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

Diploma in Information and Communications Technology (Standard)

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Information and Communications Technology (Extended)

Feb

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Diploma in Information and Communications Technology (Health Information Management) (Standard)

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Information and Communications Technology (Health Information Management) (Extended)

Feb

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Key: O/A = Open Access. Note: ATAR entry scores are indicative only. Other factors may be taken into consideration.

Science

Key: O/A = Open Access. Note: ATAR entry scores are indicative only. Other factors may be taken into consideration.

Construction and Engineering

INTAKE

Key: O/A = Open Access. Note: ATAR entry scores are indicative only. Other factors may be taken into consideration.

Business

COURSE

INTAKE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

Diploma in Science (Standard) Diploma in Science (Extended)

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Feb

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Key: O/A = Open Access. Note: ATAR entry scores are indicative only. Other factors may be taken into consideration.

Social Science, Policing and Criminal Justice

COURSE

INTAKE

LOCATION

DURATION

ATAR

Diploma in Criminal and Community Justice (Standard)

Feb

Bankstown

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Criminal and Community Justice (Extended)

Feb

Bankstown

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Diploma in Social Science (Standard)

Feb

Bankstown

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Feb

Bankstown

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Feb/Oct

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Diploma in Social Science (Policing) (Standard)

Feb

Bankstown

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Feb

Nirimba

3 terms – 12 months

55.00

Diploma in Social Science (Policing) (Extended)

Feb

Bankstown

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Feb

Nirimba

4 terms – 16 months

O/A

Diploma in Social Science (Extended)

Key: O/A = Open Access, web = Please visit the website for details. Note: ATAR entry scores are indicative only. Other factors may be taken into consideration.

Key: O/A = Open Access. Note: ATAR entry scores are indicative only. Other factors may be taken into consideration. Students should visit the NSW Police Force Recruitment website frequently for information on recruitment, including selection criteria, application process and medical assessment forms.

Western Sydney University

westernsydney.edu.au

PROSPECTUS 2017

THE COLLEGE Entry Articulation

DIPLOMA TO DEGREE ARTICULATION

UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION STUDIES TO BACHELOR DEGREE ARTICULATION REQUIREMENTS

Successful completion of the Diploma provides advanced standing of 80 credit points (equivalent to a year of study) in the corresponding Bachelor degree at Western Sydney University. To successfully complete your Diploma, you will need at least a 50% pass in all required units.

DIPLOMA PATHWAY

BACHELOR PATHWAY – IN TO SECOND YEAR OF STUDY IN THE FOLLOWING BACHELOR DEGREE AT WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY

Diploma in Arts (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Arts (Pathways to Teaching) Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws* Bachelor of Laws (Non Graduate Entry)*

Diploma in Business (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Business

Diploma in Building Design Management (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Building Design Management

Diploma in Construction Management (Fast Track, Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Construction Management

Diploma in Communication (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Communication

At the completion of each term of the University Foundation Studies program, students will receive a number called a Grade Point Average (GPA). The highest GPA attainable is 10. These GPAs will largely determine a student’s academic progression to the next term or course. The minimum articulation requirements for Western Sydney University courses are listed opposite.

UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION STUDIES QUALIFYING COURSE

MINIMUM GPA REQUIRED

MINIMUM ENGLISH RESULT

School of Humanities and Communication Arts B Arts

Arts/Nursing

6.0

B Arts (Interpreting and Translation)

Arts

6.0

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary)

Arts

6.0

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)

Arts

6.0

B Communication

Arts

7.0

B Design (Visual Communication)

Arts

7.5

B International Studies

Arts

7.0

B Community Welfare

Arts

6.0

B Policing (not available to international students)

Arts

6.0

B Psychology

Arts

8.0

B Social Work

Arts

7.0

B Social Science

Arts

6.0

B Tourism Management

Arts

6.0

Arts

6.5

Diploma in Criminal and Community Justice (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Criminal and Community Justice

Diploma in Design (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication)

Diploma in Engineering (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of Engineering Science

Diploma in Health Science (Health Promotion, Health Services Management and Therapeutic Recreation (HP, HSM, and TR)) (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor Health Science (Health Promotion, Health Services Management and Therapeutic Recreation

Diploma in Health Science (Health and Physical Education (HPE) (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education (HPE)

Diploma in Information and Communications Technology (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology Bachelor of Computer Science Bachelor of Information Systems

Diploma in Information and Communications Technology (Health Information Management) (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Health Information Management)

School of Science and Health 6.5

Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Natural Science Bachelor of Medical Science

B Health Science Health Promotion, Health Services Management, Therapeutic Recreation

Nursing

Diploma in Science (Standard or Extended)

B Health Science – HPE

Nursing

6.5

Diploma in Social Science (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Social Science Bachelor of Social Science (Psychological Studies)

Nursing

6.0

Diploma in Social Science (Policing) (Standard or Extended)

Bachelor of Policing Bachelor of Social Science (Criminology and Criminal Justice)

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School of Social Sciences and Psychology

School of Business B Business

School of Nursing and Midwifery B Nursing

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Note: * Students interested in undertaking further study or a double degree at Western Sydney University in Law will need to select the corresponding elective and achieve a credit average to be guaranteed a place.

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