2015
TOURISM AND URBAN PLANNING
LIFE AT UWS
Why Study Tourism and Urban Planning at UWS?
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Degrees of Success The Academy Bachelor of Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking Bachelor of Tourism Management Bachelor of Social Science (Advanced) Bachelor of Social Science (Heritage and Tourism) Bachelor of Planning (Pathway to Master of Urban Management and Planning) Bachelor of Social Science (Geography and Urban Studies) Bachelor of Social Science (Peace and Development Studies)
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CONTENTS
WHY STUDY TOURISM AND URBAN PLANNING AT UWS?
GET THE BEST POSSIBLE START The University of Western Sydney offers a balance of theory and practical field studies, broad unit choices, flexible course structures, industrybased projects and placements, and local and international work experience opportunities.
LIVELY, ACCESSIBLE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS UWS has campuses spread across Greater Western Sydney. The School of Social Sciences and Psychology offers programs on the Bankstown, Parramatta and Penrith campuses. Each of our campuses has strong links with the community and reflects the cultural diversity, energy and growth of the region.
CONTEMPORARY CURRICULUM AND EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING Staff in the Social Sciences bring a combination of disciplinary and professional expertise that ensures our work engages with, and is informed by, contemporary debates and the latest developments in the field. Our enthusiastic teaching staff are at the forefront of their fields.
DO YOU WANT TO GO TO UNIVERSITY IN 2015? MAKE IT EASIER WITH THE UWS ADVANTAGE. Applying to study at university can be a big decision. At UWS we’d like to make that decision easier by providing you with a number of entry advantages, including up to 10 Bonus Points. The UWS Advantage can help you get into the course of your choice and achieve your higher education goals. »» Early Offer Program »» Regional Bonus Points »» Subject Bonus Points
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Go to uws.edu.au/uwsadvantage for more details.
DISTINCTIVE, HIGH-IMPACT RESEARCH CULTURE UWS is committed to enhancing our region’s cultural, economic, environmental and educational development. Our reputation for research excellence has placed us in the Australian Research Council’s (ARC) funding top 20, underlining our position among the best research institutions in the country.
APPLE IPAD INITIATIVE We understand that technology is vital in today’s world and that is why, in 2015, UWS will provide all new commencing undergraduate students* with an Apple iPad which will enable them to engage in learning anytime, anywhere. (*terms and conditions apply).
STUDENT-CENTRED LEARNING At UWS, we have a reputation for teaching and learning excellence. We value innovation, and our student-centred learning strategy encourages our teachers to incorporate flexible and innovative learning techniques – such as podcast lectures, access to an online learning portal and interactive classes – into our courses.
PATHWAY PROVIDED The Bachelor of Planning offers a pathway to the Master of Urban Management and Planning. 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.
THE ACADEMY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEY
THE ACADEMY
Students enrolled in an Advanced Degree at UWS also automatically join The Academy. This program sets UWS apart as a cuttingedge institution and provides talented students with unprecedented skills through a premium academic experience, personal academic mentoring, hands-on industry exposure, networking opportunities and engagement with our various communities.
Students of The Academy will participate in exclusive workshops and events, collaborate on projects and initiatives and have support to bring their ideas to life. The students in The Academy will have experiences that will help change their world and shape the future. Explore the opportunities available at theacademy.edu.au
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BACHELOR OF APPLIED LEADERSHIP AND CRITICAL THINKING
The University of Western Sydney will offer a Bachelor of Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking in UWS Summer. This unique degree can be taken in combination with a crosssection of Bachelor degrees, including Social Science. The Bachelor of Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking combines a cross-section of courses with a focus on high-level critical thinking and innovative problem-solving practices. The degree prepares students for challenges and opportunities yet to be imagined, and provides cross-disciplinary practical experience and ethical leadership based on building relationships. The course is designed for today’s leaders who are looking to build a better tomorrow.
COURSE
UAC CODE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
B Social Science/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking
727625
Bankstown
4F/9P*
nc
Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; nc= New Course. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. *Part-time is only available for the B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking component.
Note: The Bachelor of Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking is not a stand-alone degree. It can only be taken in combination with an existing Bachelor degree. Students enrolled in a degree linked with the Bachelor of Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking will gain entry into The Academy. A minimum ATAR of 80.00 is required for the double degree. For more detailed information about the course structure and units, visit uws.edu.au/courses
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BACHELOR OF TOURISM MANAGEMENT
If an exciting career in the tourism, leisure or cultural industries is what you are looking for, the Bachelor of Tourism Management is for you. One of the few tourism degrees in Australia with a social science and management focus, the Bachelor of Tourism Management degree provides you with expertise and experience in tourism planning and development, the cultural basis of tourism, and the desirable social contributions of tourism and the tourism industry. It does so by providing an in-depth understanding of the interactions between different aspects of the business of tourism and its natural, social and cultural environments. The program is conducted jointly with the School of Business and combines core units from Social Science and Business studies. A close relationship exists with the tourism industry, both government and non-government organisations. This includes tourism organisations, such as Tourism NSW, local government tourism, event management agencies, and tourism professional bodies who actively promote and manage tourism destinations and attractions, such as national parks, theme parks, scenic areas, conference and sporting venues. It integrates concern for the local or destination community and the process of tourism planning and management in the context of responsible sustainable development. The degree considers the relationships between tourism and management systems, mechanisms for regional and community development, and the role of tourism as an important social, cultural and economic phenomenon. You will be confident and competent to make a
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COURSE B Tourism Management
UAC CODE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
727750
Parramatta
3F/6P
72.00
727755
Penrith
3F/6P
72.00
Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes.
significant contribution to tourism and tourism planning, and sensitive to the needs of tourism, tourism destination communities, the industry and the visitor. Students also have the opportunity to undertake majors, sub-majors or elective studies in related areas, including Heritage and Tourism, Hospitality Management, Events Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Geography and Urban Studies, and Peace and Development Studies. CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES To graduate you will be required to complete 24 units, as well as 400 hours of approved work experience. The core units you may study in this degree include: Social Science and Business units plus Tourism Management units, including Tourism in Society; Tourism Policy and Planning; Tourism Global Trends; Outdoor Recreation & Leisure; Heritage and Tourism; Destination Management; and Indigenous Cultures: A Global Perspective and capacity to specialise with sub-majors. There are eight electives within the Bachelor of Tourism Management. Electives may be chosen from other Social Science or Business related programs, allowing students flexibility. FURTHER STUDIES An additional Honours year is available to high-achieving students. The application and proposal need to be provided to the relevant academic in the final year of your Bachelor degree. Information about Honours options will be provided to you as you progress through your Bachelor degree, or you can find out more at myfuture.uws.edu.au/honours
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE Students are required to complete 400 hours of supervised work experience undertaken in a set of tourism-related organisations. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION The Bachelor of Tourism Management was developed in consultation with the tourism industry and is overseen by an External Advisory Committee. INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN STUDIES Enrolment in the Indigenous Australian Studies (IAS) major, sub-major or units is available to all UWS undergraduate students who have open electives. Find out more at studyias.com.au CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As a graduate of the Tourism Management degree, you will enjoy a wide variety of career opportunities in Australia and internationally in the tourism, leisure and cultural industries. In addition, the degree is structured to ensure graduates are equipped to pursue careers in a range of fields in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Depending on the electives you choose, you may pursue roles in: »» festival and event management »» leisure and tourism policy development »» tour operations »» destination marketing »» visitor attractions management »» outdoor recreation »» hospitality provision »» cultural, tourism and leisure industry.
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE (ADVANCED)
COURSE
B Social Science (Advanced)
UAC CODE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
720194
Bankstown
3F/6P
nc
720196
Parramatta
3F/6P
nc
720198
Penrith
3F/6P
nc
Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; nc = New Course. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes.
DANIELLE HAZELL Bachelor of Tourism Management ‘Tourism Management is quite a diverse course. You will have a range of elective options, from heritage studies to hospitality and social science. The sky is the limit for what you could do when you graduate. I have found my lecturers and tutors welcoming and knowledgeable and I have learnt so much in my first year at UWS, all of which has fed my love of tourism. I am impressed with the amazing facilities and opportunities at UWS, particularly for tourism students. These include overseas studying options, a comprehensive library of resources and the great selection of facilities like the bookshop and the gym.’
The Bachelor of Social Science (Advanced) degree is a superior three year program offering flexibility and choice within a range of offerings in the social sciences. As an Advanced degree graduate you will be equipped with all the interdisciplinary and specialist skills and knowledge that a new graduate would need on entering the workforce. Students are encouraged to choose from more than one of the social sciences, to allow for personal and occupational interests, and prepare themselves to extend their studies at the major and sub-major levels.
THE ACADEMY Students enrolled in an Advanced degree at UWS also automatically join The Academy. This program sets UWS apart as a cutting-edge institution and provides talented students with unprecedented skills through a premium academic experience, personal academic mentoring, hands-on industry exposure, networking opportunities and engagement with our various communities. Students of The Academy will participate in exclusive workshops and events, collaborate on projects and initiatives and have support to bring their ideas to life. The students in The Academy will have experiences that will help change their world and shape the future. Explore the opportunities available at theacademy.uws.edu.au
The majors and sub-majors include: Child and Community; Criminology and Criminal Justice; Geography and Urban Studies; Peace and Development Studies; Sociology; and Heritage and Tourism. An ATAR of at least 90.00 is required and students are expected to maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 throughout their studies.
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BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE (HERITAGE AND TOURISM)
COURSE B Social Science (Heritage and Tourism)
UAC CODE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
727620
Penrith
3F/6P
76.00
727615
Parramatta
3F/6P
76.00
Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes.
In a world where the preservation of historical and natural environments is one of the major challenges facing all societies, heritage has become a touchstone for social and cultural identity, our understanding of modernity, peace and development, and our senses of citizenship, custodianship and community. At the same time heritage sites have become significant tourist destinations and so, in a world of flows and networks, the heritage-tourism relationship is a critical one. This major in the Bachelor of Social Science introduces contemporary heritage issues and provides an indepth understanding of tourism as a social phenomenon. It enables a critical examination of the relationship between heritage and tourism in a number of settings within Australia and internationally. Graduates can seek careers within a diverse range of government and nongovernment organisations, and businesses that require understanding, insight and skills related to heritage and tourism planning, promoting, development and operations. CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES To graduate with a Bachelor of Social Science (Heritage and Tourism) you will be required to complete 24 units, as well as approved work experience. The core units in this degree may include: Working with Communities; Understanding Society; The Individual in 10
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Society; Ethics in the Social Sciences; Social Research Methods; Applied Social Research; and Contemporary Social Issues and Professional Practice. In addition to the eight core units listed above, you must satisfactorily complete eight units from Heritage and Tourism, which may include: Tourism in Society; Issues in Contemporary Heritage; Heritage and Tourism; Tourism Policy and Planning; Heritage Interpretation; Indigenous Cultures: A Global Perspective. Students have very wide choices for an additional eight electives from within social sciences, humanities or business studies to enable career flexibility. FURTHER STUDIES An additional Honours year is available to high-achieving students. Information about Honours options will be provided to you as you progress through your Bachelor degree, or you can find out more at myfuture.uws.edu.au/honours INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN STUDIES Enrolment in the Indigenous Australian Studies (IAS) major, sub-major or units is available to all UWS undergraduate students who have open electives. Find out more at studyias.com.au CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As a Heritage and Tourism graduate, you will find career opportunities in a variety of social and vocational contexts, including: »» local government »» heritage organisations »» cultural tourism »» community work »» teaching (with further study) »» international development agencies »» public service.
MAY WILLARD Bachelor Social Science (Heritage and Tourism) ‘The UWS Social Science degree covers a broad range of topics. It provides students with a general insight into people and society from sociological, geographical and psychological stances. The heritage and tourism major is unique in that it combines the studies of both industries. In society these two often overlap but don’t work together. So studying the interaction of the two and learning about how to meet the needs of both is very important. At UWS for heritage and tourism subjects, the lecturer often doubles as the tutor. In my experience all of these teachers have gone above and beyond to help students, making themselves available to answer your questions in class or via email.’
BACHELOR OF PLANNING (PATHWAY TO MASTER OF URBAN MANAGEMENT AND PLANNING)
If you are interested in a career in urban management and planning, the Bachelor of Planning pathway to the Master of Urban Management and Planning is the course for you. This course gives you the professional and scholarly education to take a leadership role in urban management, strategic planning and policy development. The Bachelor of Planning (Pathway to Master of Urban Management and Planning) degree is a four-year accredited program in urban and regional planning. The Bachelor degree equips students with the range of specialist and generic skills that graduates need for the workforce or for proceeding to advanced study. The Geography and Urban Studies major and Master of Urban Management and Planning components cover the history, theory and method of geography and planning, as well as preparation for professional practice as a town planner. The coursework includes preparation in professional practice, history, and the theoretical and legal frameworks for planning. You will develop skills in a range of relevant areas, including governance, urban finance and sustainable strategies. The three-year Bachelor of Planning component of this program is offered at Parramatta and Penrith. The final year Master of Urban Management and Planning is only offered at Parramatta.
COURSE
UAC CODE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
B Planning (Pathway to Master of Urban Management and Planning)
727630
Penrith
3F/6P
82.00
727628
Parramatta
4F/8P
nc
M Urban Management and Planning
952030
Parramatta
1F/2P
N/A
Key: B = Bachelor of; M = Master of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; nc = New Course; N/A = Not applicable, alternative entry. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes.
CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES To graduate with a Bachelor of Planning/Master of Urban Management and Planning you will be required to complete 32 units, including approved work experience. The core units may include Cities: Introduction to Urban Studies; Development and Sustainability; Cultural and Social Geographies; The Economics of Cities and Regions; Planning the City: Development; Community and Systems; Transport, Access and Equity; Urban Design; Analysis of Spatial Data; Contemporary Social Issues and Professional Practice; Urban Management Practice: Governance and Power in the City; and Developing Sustainable Places. There are up to six electives within the Bachelor of Planning/Master of Urban Management and Planning. Students can choose relevant electives from Heritage and Tourism; Geography and Urban Studies; or Policing and Criminology or other relevant areas of study. PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE The degree incorporates a placement with local planning/urban management employers, working on a variety of planning tasks. This placement will provide
students with an understanding of the planning/urban management workplace. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION The Bachelor of Planning, when completed in conjunction with the Master of Urban Management and Planning, is accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia. INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN STUDIES Enrolment in the Indigenous Australian Studies (IAS) major, sub-major or units is available to all UWS undergraduate students who have open electives. Find out more at studyias.com.au CAREER OPPORTUNITIES After graduating from the Bachelor of Planning/Master of Urban Management and Planning, you may pursue a career in: »» local government »» regional organisations »» state and federal government departments concerned with urban and regional affairs »» planning consultancies »» international development agencies »» research and policy organisations.
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BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE (GEOGRAPHY AND URBAN STUDIES)
Geography is the integrated study of people, places and environments. In this major of the Bachelor of Social Science you will examine the geography of contemporary Australian cities and regions. The interests of today’s geographers include post-colonialism, the emergence of global information economies, Indigenous issues, class and cultural disparities, population movement, sexuality and space, and the global diffusion of popular culture. Urban Studies is a discipline focused on social justice within the city, through its critical assessments of peoples’ access to scarce urban resources, such as housing, transport, education and employment. The political, economic, and cultural forces that shape cities and urban policy are the key concerns of the Urban Studies curriculum. These applied interests in urban wellbeing and city structure are the intellectual basis for the urban planning profession.
COURSE B Social Science (Geography and Urban Studies)
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LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
727620
Penrith
3F/6P
76.00
727615
Parramatta
3F/6P
76.00
Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes.
CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES To graduate with a Bachelor of Social Science you will be required to complete 24 units, as well as approved work experience. The core units in this degree may include: Working with Communities; Understanding Society; People, Place and Social Difference; The Individual in Society; Ethics in the Social Sciences; Social Research Methods; Applied Social Research; and Contemporary Social Issues and Professional Practice. In addition to the core units in this degree you must satisfactorily complete eight units from Geography and Urban Studies, which may include: Cities: Introduction to Urban Studies; The Economics of Cities and Regions; Analysis of Spatial Data; Cultural and Social Geographies; Transport, Access and Equity; Planning the City: Development, Community and Systems; Geographies of Migration; and Indigenous Cultures: A Global Perspective. FURTHER STUDIES An additional Honours year is available to high-achieving students. Information about Honours options will be provided to you as you progress through your Bachelor degree, or you can find out more at myfuture.uws.edu.au/honours
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INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN STUDIES Enrolment in the Indigenous Australian Studies (IAS) major, sub-major or units is available to all UWS undergraduate students who have open electives. Find out more at studyias.com.au CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As a graduate of the UWS Bachelor of Social Science, specialising in Geography and Urban Studies, your future offers some exciting career prospects. Graduates frequently find employment in areas such as: »» urban and regional planning »» urban research and policy »» housing policy »» economics and allocation »» strategic planning policy »» environmental and social impact assessment »» community planning »» teaching (with further study) »» social and cultural planning.
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE (PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES)
The Peace and Development Studies major is concerned with inequalities of power and opportunity that lead to international and local conflict, uneven development, social dislocation and environmental degradation. This major within the Bachelor of Social Science examines the structural causes of racist and gendered violence, environmental crises, forced migration, poverty, resource conflict, and intergenerational inequity. Students are introduced to theories and methods for identifying, measuring and resolving conflict and environmental degradation. Constructive solutions include empowerment and self-determination, sustainable living, peace building, and conflict resolution strategies. The major is organised around three fields of inquiry: Structural Inequality, Social Justice and Human Rights; Development and Sustainability; Peace and Humanitarian responses/actions. During your studies, you will engage with social theory within an interdisciplinary and applied framework of important civic and global issues.
COURSE
UAC CODE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
B Social Science (Peace and Development Studies)
727620
Penrith
3F/6P
76.00
727615
Parramatta
3F/6P
76.00
Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes.
CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES To graduate with a Bachelor of Social Science (Peace and Development Studies) you will be required to complete 24 units, as well as approved work experience. The core units in this degree may include: Working with Communities; Understanding Society; People, Place and Social Difference; The Individual in Society; Ethics in the Social Sciences; Social Research Methods; Applied Social Research; and Contemporary Social Issues and Professional Practice. In addition to the eight core units listed above, you must satisfactorily complete eight units from Peace and Development Studies, which may include: Human Rights, Peace and Development; Development and Sustainability; Sustainable Futures; Alternatives to Violence; Issues in World Development: Rich World, Poor World; Peace-Making and Peace-Building; and Peace and Development Project.
INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN STUDIES Enrolment in the Indigenous Australian Studies (IAS) major, sub-major or units is available to all UWS undergraduate students who have open electives. Find out more at studyias.com.au CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As a Peace and Development Studies graduate, you will possess critical understandings and skills that have applications in a variety of social and vocational contexts, including: »» local government »» community work »» human rights and peace advocacy »» public service »» non-government and international aid agencies »» cultural tourism »» international civil service (United Nations and related agencies).
FURTHER STUDIES An additional Honours year is available to high-achieving students. Information about Honours options will be provided to you as you progress through your Bachelor degree, or you can find out more at myfuture.uws.edu.au/honours
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THE FACTS ON FEES The Federal Budget announced on 13 May 2014 listed proposed changes to higher education including fee deregulation and changes to FEE-HELP (formerly referred to as HECS). UWS recognises the need to continue to provide access to highquality, affordable university education.
For students already enrolled, and new students enrolling in 2014, the current fee arrangements will remain applicable and are not affected by the changes proposed by the Government.
continues to discuss the changes proposed in the Federal Budget with the Commonwealth and is working to determine an accessible fee structure to be applied from 1 January 2016.
The student fee freeze will apply to all new domestic students commencing anytime in 2014 in a Commonwealth supported place. UWS
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2014 STUDENT CONTRIBUTION BANDS AND AMOUNTS Bands and General Discipline Areas
2014 Maximum Student Contribution (Per EFTSL)
Band 3: Law, Accounting, Administration, Economics, Commerce, Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary Science
$10,085
Band 2: M athematics, Statistics, Computing, Built Environment, Other Health, Applied Health, Science, Engineering Surveying, Agriculture
$8,613
Band 1: H umanities, Behavioural Science, Social Studies, Education, Clinical Psychology, Foreign Languages, Visual and Performing Arts, Nursing
$6,044
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Peer Assisted Study Sessions
Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) is a student-centred learning program. In PASS you will work with other students to understand the content of your unit/s and develop various study strategies to help you improve your academic performance. Through actively working together with other students, you will find that you are more engaged with the content and that your understanding deepens. You will also get to meet other people in your course. Each PASS group is run by a facilitator who has successfully studied the unit previously. PASS is free and voluntary. PASS is open to all students who want to improve their understanding of course material and their academic performance. It is highly recommended whether you are striving for a high distinction or a pass.
PROVIDING SUPPORT THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS
The University of Western Sydney is not only about obtaining an education. We also challenge ourselves to engage students who will get involved and make a difference to the University and wider communities. UWS has a unique set of scholarships on offer with many differing criteria. They reflect our strong commitment to academic excellence and opportunity for Greater Western Sydney students. Our scholarships support students who have diverse interests and skills, and who can and do make an active contribution. UWS works closely with business, industry and the community to ensure we offer scholarships that meet the needs of our students. Our scholarships provide our students with support and give them the opportunity to establish professional relationships while they study. Take the time to examine our scholarships and make the most of your opportunities for success. For details on UWS Scholarships, including the eligibility requirements and how to apply, refer to uws.edu.au/scholarships or call 1300 897 669.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If you are an international student completing one of the following qualifications in 2014, you must apply through UAC International: »» an Australian Year 12 in or outside Australia »» an International Baccalaureate »» a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 All other international students must apply directly to the University of Western Sydney. UWS International application forms, 2015 International tuition fees and further information about studying in Australia can be found at uws.edu.au/international If you have any questions about applying as an international student call 02 9852 5499 or email internationalstudy@uws.edu.au For international students, you can lodge your international student application online at uac.edu.au/international
PASS sessions run for an hour each week throughout the semester. Multiple sessions are offered in larger units and you can attend as many sessions as you wish. If you have any further enquiries please email pass@uws.edu.au
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