COURSE PLANNER
2016
UWS DEGREES ARE DESIGNED WITH ONE THING IN MIND – SECURING YOUR SUCCESS. Our courses offer you flexibility, practical skill development and the theoretical knowledge to ensure you become a career-ready graduate. UWS continues to expand the range of degrees on offer, providing opportunities for leadership development and broader career choices, and helping you secure success in today’s workplace. In this publication, you will find all the undergraduate courses offered by UWS for 2016, as well as locations, durations and the ATAR course entry cut-offs. There’s information on how to apply and how to learn more about your degree. It’s all designed to assist you to plan for success.
UWS LOCATIONS UWS has campuses across Greater Western Sydney. In 2016 our courses will be offered at Bankstown, Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Lithgow, Nirimba (Blacktown), Parramatta (including Parramatta City campus) and Penrith campuses. In addition a range of courses will be available online. For more information on our campus locations visit uws.edu.au/campuses
CONTACT US If you have questions about studying at UWS, please call us on 1300 897 669. Alternatively you can email study@uws.edu.au or visit myfuture.uws.edu.au
CONTENTS SECURING SUCCESS.......................................................................2 The Academy..................................................................................................4 Arts.................................................................................................................5 Business..........................................................................................................6 Communication Arts........................................................................................7 Engineering, Information and Communications Technology ����������������������������8 Forensic Science.............................................................................................9 Health and Sport Science..............................................................................10 Law...............................................................................................................11 Medicine........................................................................................................12 Nursing and Midwifery...................................................................................13 Policing and Criminology...............................................................................14 Psychology....................................................................................................15 Sciences.......................................................................................................16 Social Sciences.............................................................................................17 Social Work and Community Welfare.............................................................18 Teaching and Education................................................................................19 Tourism and Urban Planning..........................................................................20 Double Degrees.............................................................................................21 Online Degrees..............................................................................................22
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER COURSES..................................................................... 23 THE INSIDE INFORMATION ON APPLYING ����������������������� 24 International applications...............................................................................25
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ��������������������������������������� 26 Applicant checklist.........................................................................................27 The inside information for parents �����������������������������������������������������������������27
The Academy is unique to the University of Western Sydney. It offers high-achieving students opportunities to gain the intellectual and practical skills needed in today’s ever-changing world. Focusing on ethical leadership within an interdisciplinary environment, The Academy provides extension-level academic development, community engaged service learning opportunities, international and national experiences and a range of professional and personal development workshops. If you enrol in any of the degrees listed, you will automatically be accepted into The Academy and given access to all the experiences and advantages it offers. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The Academy offers internships, community engaged service learning, volunteering opportunities, and industry links as well as real life experiences with employers. This will provide you with the skills and contacts for a wide range of careers. For specific career opportunities, see the relevant Areas of Study career guides on the following pages. APPLIED LEADERSHIP AND CRITICAL THINKING DEGREE The degree can only be taken in conjunction with existing Bachelor degrees listed in the Areas of Study in this brochure. It is not a stand-alone program. The degree is only offered at the Parramatta campus. Please check the location of the single degrees when applying. Any student who enrols in a UWS Advanced Degree will also qualify for admission to the new Bachelor of Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking as part of a double degree, if they wish to take up that option. Selected units within this degree will be available over the Summer teaching period in order to accelerate the program and shorten the standard timeframe. 4
Course Planner 2016
COURSE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking (double degree only)
Parramatta
1F/3P
80.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
90.25
Parramatta
3F/6P
90.25
Penrith
3F/6P
90.25
B Arts (Interpreting and Translation) Dean’s Scholars
Bankstown
3F/6P
90.00
B Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership)
Parramatta
3F/6P
92.00
B Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership)/ B Laws
Parramatta
5F/10P
90.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
90.00
Penrith
3F/6P
90.00
B Computer Science (Advanced)
Penrith
3F
90.00
B Design – Visual Communication (Dean’s Scholars)
Penrith
4F
90.00
B Engineering (Advanced) Honours
Penrith
4F/8P
90.00
Campbelltown
3F/6P
90.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
90.00
Penrith
3F/6P
90.00
Parramatta
3F
90.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
90.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
90.00
Campbelltown
3F
90.00
Hawkesbury
3F
90.00
B Music (Dean’s Scholars)
Penrith
3F/6P
N/A
B Natural Science (Advanced)
Hawkesbury
3F
90.00
Campbelltown
3F
90.00
Hawkesbury
3F
90.00
Parramatta
3F
90.00
Penrith
3F/6P
90.00
Campbelltown
3F
90.00
Hawkesbury
3F
90.00
Parramatta
3F
90.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
90.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
90.00
Penrith
3F/6P
90.00
B Arts (Dean’s Scholars)
B Communication (Dean’s Scholars)
B Information and Communications Technology (Advanced) B Information Systems (Advanced) B International Studies (Dean’s Scholars) B Medical Science (Advanced)
B Nursing (Advanced) B Policing (Leadership Program) B Science (Advanced Science)
B Social Science (Advanced)
Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = ATAR Not Applicable, Alternative Entry.
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ARTS An Arts degree has the potential to open career doors to the world. Your degree will be supported by academics that are internationally recognised. 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 into Law, Teaching, Science, ICT or Medicine. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Study in the humanities is designed to develop communication and personal skills, creativity and capacity for independent thought, adaptability to new situations, and problem-solving skills. As a graduate, you may find employment as an arts administrator, a teacher (with further study), writer/ author, journalist, politician, diplomat, community planner, librarian, historian, publisher, or a researcher. Career opportunities also exist in non-government organisations and community-based 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 UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au Note: Please check the website and Area of Study course guides for more details of teaching locations.
COURSE B Arts (Dean’s Scholars) 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
LOCATION Bankstown Parramatta Penrith
DURATION 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P
ATAR 90.25 90.25 90.25
Bankstown
3F/6P
65.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
B Arts (Interpreting and Translation) Dean’s Scholars B Arts (Interpreting and Translation) B Communication/B International Studies
Bankstown 3F/6P 90.00 Bankstown 3F/6P 65.00 Parramatta 5F 65.00 Bankstown 3F/6P 90.00 B International Studies (Dean’s Scholars) Parramatta 3F/6P 90.00 Bankstown 3F/6P 70.00 B International Studies (International Relations and Asian Studies; Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese) Parramatta 3F/6P 70.00 B International Studies/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking Parramatta 4F/9P 80.00 Bankstown 4F/8P 70.00 B International Studies/B Business and Commerce Parramatta 4F/8P 70.00 B International Studies/B Laws Parramatta 5F/10P 90.00 Bankstown 4F/8P 65.00 B International Studies/B Social Science Parramatta 4F/8P 65.00 B Language and Linguistics Bankstown 3F/6P nc B Science/B International Studies Parramatta 4F 70.00 B Arts/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking Parramatta 4F/9P 80.00 Bankstown 4F/8P 70.00 B Arts/B Business and Commerce Parramatta 4F/8P 70.00 Campbelltown 5F/10P 90.00 B Arts/B Laws Parramatta 5F/10P 90.00 B Science/B Arts Parramatta 4F 70.00 Bankstown 4F/8P 65.00 B Arts/B Social Science Parramatta 4F/8P 65.00 Penrith 4F/8P 65.00 B Information and Communications Technology/B Arts Parramatta 4F 65.00 B Science/B Arts Parramatta 4F 70.00 B Medicine/B Surgery/B Arts Campbelltown 6A/7F N/A Bankstown 3F/6P 65.00 B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth–5/Birth–12 Parramatta 3F/6P 65.00 Penrith 3F/6P 65.00 Bankstown 2F/4P N/A B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth–5/Birth–12 Diploma Pathway Parramatta 2F/4P N/A Penrith 2F/4P N/A Bankstown 3F/6P 65.00 B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary) Parramatta 3F/6P 65.00 Penrith 3F/6P 65.00 Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = ATAR Not Applicable, Alternative Entry.
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BUSINESS If you are driven to succeed in business, then UWS is the right place to start. A UWS Business degree offers industryspecific projects and industry placement. With a high international profile, expert staff and accreditation from leading Australian industry organisations, along with our Advanced Business Leadership course, the UWS Business degree ensures you will enter the workforce well-equipped for success. With a business double 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. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
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Course Planner 2016
COURSE
LOCATION Bankstown Campbelltown Parramatta Bankstown Parramatta Online Parramatta Bankstown Campbelltown Parramatta Bankstown Campbelltown Parramatta Parramatta Parramatta Parramatta Bankstown Campbelltown Parramatta Parramatta Bankstown Campbelltown Parramatta Bankstown Campbelltown Parramatta Parramatta Distance Campbelltown Parramatta
DURATION 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 4F/8P 4F/8P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P 3D/6D 3F/6P 3F/6P
ATAR nc nc nc 70.00 70.00 75.00 92.00 65.80 65.00 65.65 69.95 65.00 66.15 65.00 68.95 66.45 65.00 65.00 65.30 nc 65.00 65.15 68.95 65.00 65.20 65.05 65.00 75.00 65.25 65.30
Parramatta
5F/10P
90.00
Campbelltown 5F/10P Parramatta 5F/10P B Bus & Com/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking Parramatta 4F/9P B Communication/B Business and Commerce Parramatta 4F/8P Bankstown 4F/8P B International Studies/B Business and Commerce Parramatta 4F/8P Campbelltown 4F B Science/B Business and Commerce Parramatta 4F Bankstown 4F B Information and Communications Technology/ Campbelltown 4F B Business and Commerce Parramatta 4F Campbelltown 4F B Information and Communications Technology/ B Business and Commerce (Accounting) Parramatta 4F Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, D = Distance, nc = New course.
90.00 90.00 85.00 65.00 65.00 70.00 70.00 70.00 65.00 65.00 65.00 65.00 65.00
B Accounting B Arts/B Business and Commerce B Business Administration B Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership) B Business and Commerce
B Business and Commerce (Accounting) B Business and Commerce (Applied Finance) B Business and Commerce (Economics) B Business and Commerce (Hospitality Management) B Business and Commerce (Human Resource Management) B Business and Commerce (International Business) B Business and Commerce (Management)
B Business and Commerce (Marketing) B Business and Commerce (Property) B Business and Commerce (Sport Management) B Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership)/ B Laws B Business and Commerce/B Laws
COMMUNICATION ARTS It’s an exciting time to be preparing to enter the communication arts industry. The $2 million media studio and community TV station (TVS) at Werrington South campus provide you with unrivalled facilities and practical training.
COURSE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
B Communication (Dean’s Scholars)
Parramatta
3F/6P
90.00
Parramatta*
3F/6P
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
Online
3F/6P
65.00
B Communication/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking
Parramatta
4F/9P
80.00
B Communication (Advertising or Public Relations)/ B Business and Commerce
Parramatta
4F/8P
65.00
B Communication/B International Studies
Parramatta
5F
65.00
B Communication (Advertising, Journalism, Media Arts Production, Public Relations)
B Communication/B Laws
Parramatta
5F/10P
90.00
With our courses recognised and accredited by the key governing bodies, a degree in Communication Arts will have you primed for creative success.
B Design (Visual Communication) (Dean’s Scholars)
Penrith
4F
90.00
B Design (Visual Communication)
Penrith
4F
65.00
B Design/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking
Parramatta
4F/7P
80.00
B Screen Media (Arts and Production)
Parramatta/ Penrith
3F/6P
nc
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, and intellectual integrity, as well as respect for diversity and social justice principles. The course structures include opportunities to work on live projects associated with TVS.
B Music (Dean’s Scholars)
Penrith
3F/6P
N/A
B Music
Penrith
3F/6P
N/A
Key: B = Bachelor, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = ATAR Not Applicable, Alternative Entry, nc = New course. * Journalism, Public Relations, Advertising majors only at Parramatta
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As a graduate, you may find roles in digital content production for print and broadcast journalism, and in a variety of online publications and digital and social media communication industries. These include public relations advocacy for NGO’s, corporate and international public sectors, advertising account management and creative direction, TV, media, film and documentary production, or 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.
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ENGINEERING, INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY Enrol in an Engineering, Information and Communications Technology (ICT) or Information Systems degree at UWS and enjoy learning and working with one of the most advanced robotic assembly systems in the world unique to an Australian university. After studying Construction Management you will be in a position to direct process for quality building projects. The Construction Technology degree is focussed on residential construction and the legal and economic aspects of the housing market. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES There are wide-ranging opportunities for you to build into a career that makes a difference in these fields. Projects may cover roads, airports, water supply schemes, construction of large buildings the design of smart machines, intelligent mechanical systems or producing designs 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. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
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Course Planner 2016
COURSE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
B Engineering (Advanced) Honours
Penrith
4F/8P
90.00
B Engineering (Advanced) Honours/B Data Science
Penrith
5F
nc
B Engineering
Penrith
4F/8P
70.00
B Engineering (Civil)
Penrith
4F/8P
70.00
B Engineering (Construction)
Penrith
4F/8P
70.00
B Engineering (Electrical)
Penrith
4F/8P
70.00
B Engineering (Mechanical)
Penrith
4F/8P
70.00
B Engineering (Robotics and Mechatronics)
Penrith
4F/8P
70.00
B Engineering Science
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
B Engineering/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking
Parramatta
5F/11P
80.00
B Engineering/B Data Science
5F
nc
B Building Design Management
Penrith
3F/6P
nc
B Construction Management
Penrith
4F/8P
68.25
B Construction Management Studies/B Laws
Parramatta
5F/10P
90.00
B Construction Technology
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
B Design and Technology
Penrith
3F/6P
N/A
B Industrial Design
Penrith
4F
N/A
Campbelltown
3F
90.00
Parramatta
3F
90.00
Penrith
3F
90.00
Campbelltown
3F/6P
65.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
Campbelltown
3F/6P
65.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
B Information Systems (Advanced)
Parramatta
3F
90.00
B Information Systems
Parramatta
3F
65.00
B Computer Science (Advanced)
Penrith
3F
90.00
B Computer Science (Networked Systems, Systems Programming, Systems Security)
Penrith
3F
70.00
B Computer Science/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking
Parramatta
4F/7P
80.00
B Information and Communications Technology/ B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking
Parramatta
4F/7P
80.00
B Information and Communications Technology/B Arts
Parramatta
4F
65.00
B Information and Communications Technology/B Business and Commerce
Campbelltown
4F
65.00
Parramatta
4F
65.00
Campbelltown
4F
65.00
Parramatta
5F/10P
90.00
Campbelltown
5F/10P
90.00
B Information and Communications Technology (Advanced)
B Information and Communications Technology
B Information and Communications Technology (Health Information Management)
B Information and Communications Technology/ B Business and Commerce (Accounting) B Information and Communications Technology/B Laws
FORENSIC SCIENCE Analysing blood spatter, finding single strands of hair and locating hidden weapons, are just some of the tasks our students will be undertaking in the new forensic science facility on the Hawkesbury campus.
COURSE B Science (Forensic Science) B Science (Forensic Science)/ B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking B Science (Advanced) (Major in Forensic Science)
Crime scenes that will be created in the Joint Facility for Forensic Science Research and Training include a bedroom or living area of a residential home, an illegal drug lab, a garage with motor vehicles and an outdoor area where evidence (including pig carcasses) is buried.
Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time.
The million-dollar joint facility, between the NSW Police Force and UWS, is Australia’s first purpose built crime scene facility.
B Science (Major in Forensic Science)
LOCATION Hawkesbury
DURATION 3F
ATAR 73.00
Parramatta
4F/7P
80.00
Hawkesbury Campbelltown Hawkesbury Parramatta
3F 3F/6P 3F/6P 3F/6P
90.00 70.00 70.00 70.00
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As a graduate, you may seek a career as a forensic scientist, scene of crime officer (SOCO), accident and private investigator, researcher and academic, or a drug analyst. Because of the wide skill base offered in this degree, you will also be able to work in analytical chemistry and microbiology laboratories, quality control and assurance, biochemistry and molecular biology, the chemical industry, education, and undertake scientific research. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
Students will engage in a range of criminalistic topics including forensic photography, hair and fibre comparison, footwear and tyre impression evidence, fingerprinting, blood spatter interpretation, tool mark examination, biological evidence, drug identification, DNA analysis, explosive residues, GSR (Gun Shot Residue), and buried evidence.
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HEALTH AND SPORT SCIENCE UWS offers a broad range of innovative programs to prepare graduates for professional careers in health. 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, Sport and Exercise Science and Health and Physical Education (HPE). 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 (NCIM) 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. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au 10 Course Planner 2016
COURSE LOCATION B Health Science (Health Promotion, Health Services Campbelltown Management, Therapeutic Recreation) B Health Science (Health and Physical Education) Penrith B Health Science (Paramedicine) Campbelltown B Health Science (Sport and Exercise Science) Campbelltown B Health Science (Health and Physical Education) Campbelltown (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)/M Teaching (Secondary) B Occupational Therapy Campbelltown B Physiotherapy Campbelltown B Podiatric Medicine Campbelltown B Traditional Chinese Medicine Campbelltown Key: B = Bachelor of, M = Master of, F = Full-time, nc = New course.
DURATION
ATAR
3F
65.00
3F 3F 3F
65.00 93.80 82.80
4A/4.5F
nc
4F 4F 4F 4F
80.00 99.95 80.00 75.00
LAW UWS 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. 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 computerbased law research facilities. In 2016, you will have even more options to study law and combine your studies with another degree. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES In UWS 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, 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.
COURSE
LOCATION Campbelltown Parramatta
DURATION 5F/10P 5F/10P
ATAR 90.00 90.00
Parramatta
5F/10P
90.00
Campbelltown 5F/10P Parramatta 5F/10P B Communication/B Laws Parramatta 5F/10P Campbelltown 5F/10P B Construction Management Studies/B Laws Parramatta 5F/10P Campbelltown 5F/10P B Criminal and Community Justice/B Laws Parramatta 5F/10P Campbelltown 5F/10P B Criminology/B Laws Parramatta 5F/10P Penrith 5F/10P Campbelltown 5F/10P B Information and Communications Technology/B Laws Parramatta 5F/10P B International Studies/B Laws Parramatta 5F/10P B Laws/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking Parramatta 5F/11P Campbelltown 5F/10P B Science/B Laws Parramatta 5F/10P Campbelltown 5F/10P B Social Science/B Laws Parramatta 5F/10P Campbelltown 3F/6P B Laws (Graduate entry) Parramatta 3F/6P Campbelltown 4F/8P B Laws (Non-graduate entry) Parramatta 4F/8P Key: B = Bachelor, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = Not Applicable, Alternative Entry.
90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 N/A 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 N/A N/A N/A N/A
B Arts/B Laws B Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership)/ B Laws B Business and Commerce/B Laws
Note: Students are required to travel between campuses for some of the Law degrees.
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MEDICINE As a graduate of the Medicine and Surgery degree, you’ll be more than just highly skilled; you’ll be ready for your internship and further specialist training. Based on an innovative curriculum that is tailored to the Greater Western Sydney context as well as providing opportunities to experience rural medical practice, the program combines problembased learning and intensive clinical practice with leading research. You will learn your skills using state-of-the-art equipment, and learning spaces, including a new technologically-enhanced anatomy laboratory, and clinical schools located at hospitals and communities in Greater Western Sydney and across NSW. Graduates are eligible for registration by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, and may be able to apply for registration in overseas countries. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Examples include medical practice (either general or specialist), medical administration, medical research and medical education. 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) and equivalent organisations in other states and territories. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers
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COURSE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
B Medicine/B Surgery
Campbelltown
5F
N/A
B Medicine/B Surgery/B Arts
Campbelltown
6A/7F
N/A
Key: B = Bachelor, F = Full-time, N/A = Not Applicable, Alternative Entry, A = Accelerated.
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER STUDENTS Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are interested in becoming a doctor are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information, please contact the Indigenous Program Officer at the School of Medicine uws.edu.au/medicine or call the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669. FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY Australia’s largest nursing education facility is located at UWS. Our undergraduate courses are designed with the vision of preparing graduates for work in the future and making a difference in the lives of people, especially those in the Greater Western Sydney region. All courses are underpinned by a primary health care philosophy supported by a blended learning approach throughout the course. UWS provides quality, evidencebased studies, emphasising a balance of theory, clinical practice and interdisciplinary learning to prepare you for work in the nursing and midwifery sectors. UWS is internationally known for producing nursing and midwifery graduates who enjoy very high employment rates, particularly in the Greater Western Sydney.
COURSE B Nursing (Advanced)
B Nursing B Midwifery
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
Campbelltown
3F
90.00
Hawkesbury
3F
90.00
Parramatta
3F
90.00
Campbelltown
3F
77.05
Hawkesbury
3F
69.90
Parramatta
3F
80.25
Parramatta
3F
94.10
Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time.
FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
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. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers
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POLICING AND CRIMINOLOGY The UWS Bachelor of Policing is the only metropolitan Sydneybased policing degree. 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. 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. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
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COURSE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
Bankstown
3F/6P
90.00
Penrith
3F/6P
90.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
75.00
Penrith
3F/6P
75.00
Parramatta
4F/9P
80.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
74.00
Penrith
3F/6P
74.00
Campbelltown
5F/10P
90.00
Parramatta
5F/10P
90.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
Online
3F/6P
65.00
Campbelltown
5F/10P
90.00
Parramatta
5F/10P
90.00
B Criminal and Community Justice/B Social Work
Bankstown
5F/10P
79.00
B Science (Forensic Science)
Hawkesbury
3F
73.00
B Policing (Leadership Program) B Policing B Policing/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking B Criminal and Community Justice B Criminal and Community Justice/B Laws B Criminology B Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies B Criminology/B Laws
Key: B = Bachelor, F = Full-time, P = Part-time.
PSYCHOLOGY Enrol in Psychology at UWS and join the largest psychology school in NSW, a school led by internationally recognised psychology academics and practitioners. The University of Western Sydney’s psychology program combines evidence-based biological, cognitive, neurological, social, developmental and personality theory with statistical expertise and practical experience.
COURSE B Psychology B Psychology/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking B Social Science (Psychology) B Arts (Psychology) B Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies B Arts (Psychology)/B Laws
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
Bankstown
4F/8P
80.00
Penrith
4F/8P
80.00
Parramatta
5F/11P
80.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
78.00
Penrith
3F/6P
78.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
Online
3D/6D
65.00
Campbelltown
5F
90.00
Parramatta
5F
90.00
Key: B = Bachelor of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, D = Distance or Online.
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 both 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/ practitioners. You also have the opportunity to study electives from other disciplines, including applied leadership and critical thinking, law, and social sciences. These will provide you with more career opportunities in today’s ever-changing world. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
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SCIENCES Stunning facilities, inspirational teaching and professional recognition await those undertaking UWS Science degrees. The Science facilities span three campuses and include Anatomical, Biological and Chemical Facilities, NMR, the Mass Spectroscopy Lab and Confocal Bio-Imaging Facility. For those students whose work involves animals there is the Australian Freshwater Turtle Research Facility as well as the Mammal and Reptile House. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Depending on the major and electives chosen, your career opportunities include roles in industry, 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 by a Masters of Research. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
COURSE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
Campbelltown
3F
90.00
Hawkesbury
3F
90.00
Parramatta
3F
90.00
Campbelltown
3F/6P
70.00
Hawkesbury
3F/6P
70.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
70.00
Parramatta
4F/9P
80.00
Campbelltown
3F/6P
70.00
Hawkesbury
3F/6P
70.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
70.00
Campbelltown
3F/6P
70.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
70.00
B Science (Environmental Science)
Hawkesbury
3F/6P
70.00
B Science (Forensic Science)
Hawkesbury
3F
73.00
Campbelltown
3F/6P
70.00
B Science (Advanced Science)
B Science B Science (any specialisation)/ B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking B Science (Biological Sciences)
B Science (Chemistry)
B Science (Mathematical Science)
Parramatta
3F/6P
70.00
B Science (Nutrition and Food Sciences)
Hawkesbury
3F/6P
70.00
B Science (Zoology)
Hawkesbury
3F
70.00
B Science (Zoology)/B Natural Science (Animal Science)
Hawkesbury
4F/8P
nc
B Engineering Science
Penrith
3F/6P
65.25
Campbelltown
3F
90.10
Hawkesbury
3F
92.75
Campbelltown
3F/6P
70.00
Hawkesbury
3F/6P
70.00
B Natural Science (any specialisation)/ B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking
Parramatta
4F/9P
80.00
B Natural Science (Advanced)
Hawkesbury
3F
90.00
B Natural Science (Animal Science)
Hawkesbury
3F/6P
70.00
B Natural Science (Environment and Health)
Distance
6D
70.00
B Natural Science (Environmental Management)
Hawkesbury
3F
70.00
B Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security
Hawkesbury
3F
nc
B Science/B Arts
Parramatta
4F
70.00
B Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies
Online
3F/6P
65.00
Campbelltown
4F
70.00
Parramatta
4F
70.00
Parramatta
4F
70.00
Campbelltown
5F/10P
90.00
Parramatta
5F/10P
90.00
Campbelltown
4A/4.5F
75.00
Hawkesbury
4A/4.5F
75.00
Parramatta
4A/4.5F
75.00
B Medical Science (Advanced) B Medical Science
B Science/B Business and Commerce B Science/B International Studies B Science/B Laws B Science (Pathway to Secondary Teaching)/ M Teaching (Secondary)
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SOCIAL SCIENCES You can positively influence the lives of people, both in Australia and around the world, with a UWS Social Sciences degree. Our Social Science 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. All the specialisations within the Social Science degree focus on what makes people in our societies and cultures tick. If success is defined by making a difference, these degrees should be in your sights.
COURSE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
Bankstown
3F/6P
90.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
90.00
Penrith
3F/6P
90.00
B Social Science (Child and Community, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Geography and Urban Studies, Heritage and Tourism, Peace and Development Studies, Sociology)
Bankstown
3F/6P
65.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
B Social Science/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking
Parramatta
4F/9P
80.00
Campbelltown
5F/10P
90.00
Parramatta
5F/10P
90.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
78.00
Penrith
3F/6P
78.00
B Anthropology
Bankstown
3F/6P
nc
B Humanitarian and Development Studies
Bankstown
3F/6P
nc
B Social Science (Advanced)
B Social Science/B Laws B Social Science (Psychology)
Key: B = Bachelor of, M = Master of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, D = Distance or Online. N/A = ATAR Not applicable. Alternative entry.
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, or welfare and community development agencies. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
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SOCIAL WORK AND COMMUNITY WELFARE If you are committed to supporting people with personal and social problems, through working with them or by planning and carrying out realistic programs that will beneďŹ t them and their communities, the UWS Social Work degrees are the ideal programs to study. The Bachelor of Social Work gives you the valuable skills and knowledge you need for effective professional practice as a social worker. If you want a rewarding career in family and community work, then the Bachelor of Community Welfare could be ideal for you. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Graduates of the UWS Social Work and Community Welfare courses can expect to find employment in the human services industry in areas, such as: health and community services, hospitals, local community centres, advocacy organisations,,government and non-government organisations, welfare agencies. Social workers are qualified for diverse positions, such as: counselling, group work, community work and community development and research and social policy. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
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COURSE
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
Bankstown
4F/8P
79.00
Parramatta
4F/8P
79.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
73.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
73.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
65.00
B Community and Social Development
Penrith
3F
N/A
B Criminal and Community Justice/B Social Work
Bankstown
5F/10P
79.00
B Social Work B Community Welfare
B Social Science (Child and Community)
Key: B=Bachelor. F=Full-time. P=part-time. N/A= ATAR not applicable, alternative entry applies.
TEACHING AND EDUCATION UWS is one of Australia’s largest providers of professional teachers, with over 1,000 new graduates each year.
COURSE B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth–5/Birth–12)
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
Bankstown
3F/6P
65.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
Bankstown
2F/4P
N/A
Parramatta
2F/4P
N/A
Penrith
2F/4P
N/A
Bankstown
3F/6P
65.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
Bankstown
3F/6P
65.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
65.00
Our courses are designed so you hit the workforce 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 give you the confidence to succeed from your first day at school.
B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth–5/Birth–12) Diploma Pathway
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As a graduate, you may find a role as a teacher in an early childhood centre or a government or nongovernment school or college relevant to the postgraduate qualification and the majors chosen in the undergraduate degree.
B Education (Primary) ATSIE
Bankstown
4F
N/A
B Health Science (Health and Physical Education) (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)/M Teaching (Secondary)
Campbelltown
4A/4.5F
nc
Campbelltown
4A/4.5F
75.00
Hawkesbury
4A/4.5F
75.00
Parramatta
4A/4.5F
75.00
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.
B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary)
B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)
B Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)/ M Teaching (Secondary)
Key: B = Bachelor, M = Master, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, A= Accelerated, nc = New course. N/A = ATAR not applicable. Alternative Entry.
Note: Please check the website and Area of Study course guides for more details of teaching locations.
Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
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TOURISM AND URBAN PLANNING The Tourism and Urban Planning programs at the University of Western Sydney are among Australia’s finest. The 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. Work your degree with UWS Careers uws.edu.au/careers FIND OUT MORE Contact the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or study@uws.edu.au
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COURSE B Tourism Management 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)
LOCATION
DURATION
ATAR
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
Parramatta
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
65.00
Penrith
3F/6P
65.00
Parramatta
3F/6P
80.00
Penrith
3F/6P
82.00
M Urban Management and Planning
Parramatta City 1F/2P
N/A
M Planning
Parramatta City 2F/4P
N/A
Key: B = Bachelor of, M = Master of, F = Full-time, P = Part-time, N/A = Not Applicable, Alternative Entry.
DOUBLE DEGREES Your study options at UWS are increasing. Now you can tailor your studies to your specific goals by combining more degrees. In 2015, the University introduced a Bachelor of Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking. This unique degree can be taken in combination with a number of Bachelor degrees. 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, provides crossdisciplinary 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. 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. Refer to individual Areas of Study for combinations. For career opportunities please refer to the individual degrees in each Area of Study. FIND OUT MORE For more detailed information about the course structure and units, visit uws.edu.au/courses
COURSE TITLE B Arts/B Applied Leadership and Critical Thinking (refer to individual areas of study for combinations) B Arts/B Business and Commerce B Arts/B Laws B Arts (Psychology)/B Laws
CAMPUS
DURATION
ATAR
Parramatta
1F/3P
80.00
4F/8P 5F/10P 5F/10P 4F/8P 4F/8P 4F/8P 5F/10P 5F/10P 5F/10P 4F/8P 5F 5F/10P 5F/10P 5F/10P 5F/10P 5F/10P 5F/10P 5F/10P 5F/10P 5F/10P 4F 4F/8F 4F 4F 4F 4F 4F 4F 5F/10P 5F/10P 4F 4F 5F/10P 4F 4F 4F 4F 6A/7F 5F/10P 5F/10P 5F/10P 5F/10P 4F 4F 4F 4F 4F/8P
70.00 90.00 90.00 65.00 65.00 65.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 65.00 65.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 79.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 60.00 nc 65.00 65.00 65.00 65.00 65.00 65.00 90.00 90.00 65.00 70.00 90.00 70.00 70.00 70.00 70.00 N/A 90.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 70.00 70.00 70.00 70.00 nc
Bankstown Campbelltown Parramatta Bankstown B Arts/B Social Science Parramatta Penrith B Business and Commerce (ABL)/B Laws Parramatta Campbelltown B Business and Commerce/B Laws Parramatta B Communication/B Business and Commerce Parramatta B Communication/B International Studies Parramatta B Communication/B Laws Parramatta Campbelltown B Construction Management Studies/B Laws Parramatta Campbelltown B Criminal and Community Justice/B Laws Parramatta B Criminal and Community Justice/B Social Work Bankstown Campbelltown B Criminology/B Laws Parramatta Penrith B Information and Communications Technology/B Arts Parramatta B Engineering/B Business and Commerce Penrith B Information and Communications Technology/B Arts Parramatta Bankstown B Information and Communications Technology/ Campbelltown B Business and Commerce (Accounting) Parramatta Campbelltown B Information and Communications Technology/ B Business and Commerce Parramatta Campbelltown B Information and Communications Technology/B Laws Parramatta Bankstown B International Studies/B Business and Commerce Parramatta B International Studies/B Laws Parramatta B Science/B Arts Parramatta Campbelltown B Science/B Business and Commerce Parramatta B Science/B International Studies Parramatta B Medicine/B Surgery/B Arts Campbelltown Campbelltown B Science/B Laws Parramatta Campbelltown B Social Science/B Laws Parramatta B Science/B Arts Parramatta Campbelltown B Science/B Business and Commerce Parramatta B Science/B International Studies Parramatta B Science (Zoology)/B Natural Science (Animal Science) Hawkesbury Key: F = Full-time; P = Part-time; nc = New course; A = Accelerated mode.
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ONLINE DEGREES UWS will offer a selection of online degrees in 2016. The degrees provide you with the opportunity to study from online anywhere, anytime while still accessing all the support you need to succeed in your studies. Study materials, academic matters and assessments and graduation will all be handled by UWS. Offered in either full or part-time mode, the courses listed on this page will open up career opportunities in the areas of Business, Communication, Criminology and Science. ADVANCED STANDING Applicants seeking credit for previous study should seek advice from the University. For more detailed information about the course structure and units, visit uwsonline.edu.au
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COURSE
DURATION
ATAR
B Business Administration
3F/6P
75.00
B Communication
3F/6P
65.00
B Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies
3F/6P
65.00
Key: F = Full-time, P = Part-time.
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER COURSES BACHELOR OF COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT This is a three-year undergraduate program available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Students develop the skills and knowledge for work in welfare and advocacy, community leadership, development and community sustainability. The course is offered at UWS Penrith campus in block mode supported by online learning. Students will have the opportunity to undertake relevant placements in the field. This block mode is designed to afford students the capacity to remain in their community to fulfil their family, community, career, cultural and social responsibilities. Note that students enrolled in the block mode Bachelor of Community and Social Development at Penrith campus can exit early from the degree with the Diploma of Community and Social Development. Students are required to attend three residential sessions on campus per semester, each lasting approximately one week, with a total of six weeks. Travel, accommodation and meal costs to attend workshops are funded for Abstudy approved students. DIPLOMA IN COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT This is a one-year undergraduate qualification available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at the UWS Penrith campus. The Diploma provides students with initial skills and knowledge for working in community and welfare organisations as well as providing an introduction to Indigenous Australian studies. The Diploma is designed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students entering university study and opens up pathways to further study in UWS undergraduate courses.
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (PRIMARY) – ATSIE The Bachelor of Education (Primary) – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (formerly AREP) is a four-year undergraduate program. This degree gives you the skills and understandings to teach effectively across the Kindergarten to Year 6 curriculum range. It comprises a full suite of foundation, primary curriculum, and school-based subjects, including a range of professional experiences, as well as subjects that focus on extending your personal literacy and numeracy skills and cultural perspectives. The course is offered at the Bankstown campus in block mode. The practical component is undertaken in schools in students’ home communities and in Sydney. This block mode is designed to afford students the capacity to remain in their community to fulfil their family, community, career, cultural and social responsibilities. To study a block mode program requires students to attend four to six residential schools per year, each lasting approximately one to two weeks. Travel, accommodation and meal costs to attend workshops are funded by Abstudy approved students. BACHELOR OF MEDICINE/ BACHELOR OF SURGERY Students with an interest in being a doctor and helping others with medical care are strongly encouraged to apply to the Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery. The School of Medicine recognises the large Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population in Greater Western Sydney as well as across rural and regional areas and the need for more Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander doctors. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants should have successfully completed at least the equivalent of the NSW HSC. It is desirable, but not essential, to sit the UMAT (Undergraduate Medical Admissions Test). The most important criteria for admission will be assessment of the applicant’s desire to study medicine and their likelihood of succeeding in the course. These will be determined by the School of Medicine on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the Indigenous Program Officer, School of Medicine at uws.edu.au/medicine or call the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 for further information. Students may also be eligible for ITAS tutorial assistance. The Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme (ITAS) enables Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to receive individual or group tuition with qualified tutors. HOW TO APPLY Prospective Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students have two pathways in which to apply. 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. Direct admission via the Badanami Alternative Entry Program Complete the UWS Badanami Alternative Entry Application form at uws.edu.au/badanamiadmissions For more detailed admission advice or if you require assistance with the application, please contact UWS on: 1300 897 669 or email study@uws.edu.au
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THE INSIDE INFORMATION ON APPLYING TO UWS UNDERGRADUATE COURSE APPLICATIONS IF YOU ARE COMPLETING YEAR 12 AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
IF YOU ARE NOT COMPLETING YEAR 12 AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1. Check your eligibility for UWS Advantage
1. Gather information for your application.
You could qualify for a maximum of 10 bonus points when applying to UWS. 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 on UWS alternative entry schemes.
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 Greater Western Sydney region, you will automatically receive five bonus points when you apply through UAC to study at UWS. 3. Know all the information on UWS alternative entry schemes.
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INTERNATIONAL APPLICATIONS If you are an international student completing one of the following qualifications in 2015, you must apply through UAC International: an Australian Year 12 in or outside Australia an International Baccalaureate in Australia a 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 the University of Western Sydney. UWS International application forms 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 more information on how to apply, please call the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or email study@uws.edu.au
ALTERNATIVE ENTRY OPTIONS UWS ACCESS offers a range of pathways for students wanting to enrol in a degree. You should be aware of those listed below when applying to the University. UWSCOLLEGE UWSCollege is wholly owned by the University of Western Sydney and offers students a pathway to UWS through its comprehensive range of 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 UWSCollege guarantees entry into a corresponding UWS undergraduate degree program. For more information, visit uwscollege.edu.au
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 pathways set up with the University of Western Sydney. For more information, visit uws.edu.au/tepp SPECIAL TERTIARY ADMISSIONS TEST (STAT) Administered by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), UWS 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 the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or email study@uws.edu.au
UNITRACK You can enrol in individual non-award subjects (units) from a wide range of UWS degrees. You will study on campus at UWS. Once you have completed your UniTrack subjects, all you need to do is apply to UWS through the UAC process and your application will be considered on the basis of your completed UniTrack units. For more information, visit uws.edu.au/unitrack
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS HOW DO I APPLY?
HOW MANY HOURS WILL I SPEND AT UNI?
You are able to apply online through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Visit uac.edu.au for more information, or call the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669.
As a full-time student on campus at UWS, 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.
WHAT CAN I DO IF I DON’T GET THE ATAR I WANT? There are a number of alternate pathways available, for example UWSCollege, UniTrack and STAT. To find out the best options for you, see page 25 of this guide or call the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669. WHAT BONUS POINTS CAN I GET? There are bonus points available through the UWS Advantage. You may qualify for Regional Bonus Points, and/or Subject Bonus Points up to a maximum of 10 Bonus Points. Call the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 to find out more. WHAT SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE? DO I HAVE TO GET A HIGH ATAR? There are many scholarships available on various grounds ranging from academic excellence, financial hardship and sporting achievement. For details of all UWS scholarships on offer, please visit uws.edu.au/scholarships HOW MUCH WILL MY COURSE COST AND DO I NEED TO PAY THE FEES STRAIGHT AWAY? All courses at UWS are Commonwealth supported for Australian citizens and permanent residents, so undergraduate tuition fees are subsidised by the Government, giving you a lower rate of fees to pay. Also, if you are an Australian citizen, you may use HECSHELP to defer your fees. For more information, visit studyassist.gov.au
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HOW LONG ARE THE TEACHING SESSIONS? Most degrees are taught in two sessions – the Autumn session from March to June and the Spring sessions from July to November. UWS also offers an optional Summer session from December to February, during which students can undertake additional units if they are available. WHAT IS UNIVERSITY LIKE? At uni, learning is the major part but there is also the networking, support services and extra-curricular activities (not necessarily related to study) that are available at UWS. Visit myfuture.uws.edu.au/studentlife or call 1300 897 669 and speak to a current student about their university experience. WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE FOR NEW STUDENTS? At UWS, there are many people dedicated to helping new students. Whether it is through bridging programs, workshops on public speaking and time management, or Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) – these and many more support services are there to make your transition to university as smooth as possible. For more information, take a sneak peak at the current students’ site uws.edu.au/startingatuws
WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE TO HELP ME FIND WORK? UWS Careers offers a number of services to assist you gain work experience, find work while you study and help you stand out once you graduate. UWS Careers offers jobs on campus and internships within UWS 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 uws.edu.au/careers IF I HAVE QUESTIONS, WHO CAN I CONTACT? If you have any questions about studying at UWS, please call us on 1300 897 669. You can have all your questions answered on the spot by a current student in our Course Information Centre. Alternatively, you can email study@uws.edu.au or visit myfuture.uws.edu.au
APPLICANT CHECKLIST 1 FIND OUT ABOUT OUR COURSES Read the information within this guide Talk with careers advisors, your parents and teachers/mentors Refer to the Future Students site, visit myfuture.uws.edu.au
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APPLY TO UWS
Attend UWS events – find out more at myfuture.uws.edu.au/events
Apply through UAC, visit uac.edu.au
Call the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or email study@uws.edu.au Get the inside information on Alternative Entry Pathways to UWS, UWS Advantage, Bonus Points and Scholarships
Place your UWS preferences Check your eligibility and submit a scholarship application, visit uws.edu.au/scholarships
THE INSIDE INFORMATION FOR PARENTS Going to university is an exciting prospect as it comes with wonderful hopes, dreams and ambitions. It can also be a time where anxiety levels are high – especially if your child is the first one in your family to experience tertiary study. We want to ensure that every student makes the best possible decision about which university and degree course is best suited to their needs and ambitions. We can assist with all of the questions you need to ask, who you should talk to, and where. UWS can also provide you with answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about going to university. HELPING YOUR CHILDREN MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE Request a Parents Information Pack – call the UWS Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or email study@uws.edu.au
DISCLAIMER The University of Western Sydney reserves the right at all times to withdraw or vary courses listed within this publication. Variations may include, but are not limited to, location of its courses on UWS campuses or other locations. In the event that a course within this publication is to be changed or withdrawn, applicants will be advised by mail to the address specified by them on their UAC application before the last date for the change of preferences for the main round. With respect to a course location change, students should be aware of the need to accommodate such changes for the whole or part of courses for which they enrol. The University also reserves the right to update, amend or replace online versions of this publication without notice. Published 2015 CRICOS Provider Number 00917K From Sustainably Managed Forests: fsc.org
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SEE YOU AT Parent Information Days, July 2015 UWS Open Day, 30 August 2015 UWS Campus Tours, September 2015 Indigenous Information Evenings, 14 & 17 September 2015 UWS Day Campbelltown, November 2015 UWS Day Bankstown, November 2015 Course Decision Day, 3 January 2016
More information: myfuture.uws.edu.au/events
INTERACT WITH US TO EXPERIENCE UWS LIFE Visit the Future Students Site: myfuture.uws.edu.au Visit the Events Mini-Site: myfuture.uws.edu.au/events Find us on Facebook: uws.edu.au/facebook Connect with us on Twitter: twitter.com/UWSNews Watch our YouTube videos: uws.edu.au/youtube Call the Course Information Centre: 1300 897 669 Email the Course Information Centre: study@uws.edu.au
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