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2018 Course Guide A Guide to Your First Degree
Welcome to our community. Whatever aspirations you may have, a degree from The University of Western Australia will equip you with the skills needed to succeed in our rapidly changing world. Our unique course structure allows you to design your own degree and prepares you for the careers of the future. Join a community of like-minded people who seek to inspire progress and challenge the status quo. As the University’s new Vice-Chancellor, I encourage you to embrace the opportunities that lie ahead. PROFESSOR DAWN FRESHWATER, VICE-CHANCELLOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The University of Western Australia acknowledges that it is situated on Noongar land and that Noongar people remain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land and continue to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge. 2 study.uwa.edu.au
FIND YOUR COURSE
Write your future at UWA 4 Bachelor of
Student exchange 6
Pathways to your career 8
Biomedical Science 34
Degree–specific majors
Connecting you to industry 8
Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing 35
Direct Pathways 9 Anatomy and Human Biology 35
Architecture 10 Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 36
Architecture, Landscape 10 Exercise and Health 36
Dentistry 13 Genetics 37
Engineering 15 Medical Sciences 37
Law 10 Microbiology and Immunology 38
Medicine 14 Neuroscience 38
Pharmacy 15 Pathology and Laboratory Medicine 39
Podiatric Medicine 14 Pharmacology 39
Psychology 12 Population Health 40
Social Work 13 Physiology 41
Teaching, Early Childhood 11 Science Communication 41
Teaching, Primary 11
Teaching, Secondary 12 Bachelor of Commerce 42
Translation Studies 12 Degree–specific majors
Accounting 43
Business Law 43
Bachelor of Philosophy Economics 44
(Honours) 16 Professional Economics 44
Choose a degree-specific major from Finance 45
any of the four undergraduate Human Resource Management 45
degrees. Management 46
Marketing 46
Bachelor of Arts 18
Degree–specific majors Bachelor of Science 47
Anthropology and Sociology 19 Degree–specific majors
Archaeology 19 Agricultural Science 48
Architecture (double major) 20 Anatomy and Human Biology 48
Asian Studies 20 Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 49
Chinese 21 Botany 49
Classics and Ancient History 21 Chemistry 50
Communication and Media Studies 22 Computer Science 50
English and Cultural Studies 22 Conservation Biology 51
Fine Arts 23 Data Science 51
French Studies 23 Engineering Science 52
German Studies 24 Environmental Science 53
History 24 Exercise and Health 53
History of Art 25 Genetics 54
Human Geography and Planning 25 Geographical Sciences 54
Indigenous Knowledge, Geology 55
History and Heritage 26 Marine Science 55
Indonesian 26 Mathematics and Statistics 56
Italian Studies 27 Natural Resource Management 56
Japanese 27 Neuroscience 57
Korean Studies 28 Physics 57
Landscape Architecture 28 Physiology 58
Law and Society 29 Psychological Science 58
Linguistics 29 Psychology (double major) 59
Music Studies 30 Quantitative Methods 60
Music Specialist Studies 30 Science Communication 60
Political Science and International Sport Science 61
Relations 31 Zoology 61
Philosophy 32
Psychology in Society 32
Psychology (double major) 33 Entry pathways 62
Work and Employment Relations 33 Alternative entry pathways 64
Entry pathways for Indigenous students 65
How to apply 66
Contact us 67
Scholarships and awards 68
Fees 69
Supporting you 70
Facilities 71
Design your future 72
Unit structure 74
Student exchange partner universities 87
2017 Future Students events 88
Uni terminology 89
Course major index 90
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The University of Western Australia | 2018 Undergraduate Course Guide 3
Write your
future at UWA
Globally recognised
course structure
aligned with leading European, Asian,
and North American universities
Internationally +
1 %
recognised 1st
Ranked in the 5 stars+ for research, teaching, 1st in Australia
world’s Top internationalisation, specialist for graduate
criteria, employability, facilities, starting salary
and
1st in Western Australia
(ARWU 2016)
innovation, inclusiveness
(QS Stars University Ratings)
(Good Universities Guide 2017)
UWA alumni Ranked in • Earth and Marine Sciences
the world’s • Agriculture and Forestry
become world
leaders TOP •
•
Anatomy and Physiology
Psychology
50
• Performing Arts
Nobel Laureate • Mineral and Mining Engineering
Professor Barry Marshall • Civil and Structural Engineering
Mecca Cosmetica founder (QS 2017)
Jo Horgan
CEO Greenpeace Australia Pacific
David Ritter Gain valuable
Former prime minister
Bob Hawke experience by
volunteering with
and many more...
Guild Volunteering
Well-established
industry
partnerships
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Enjoy a vibrant
student life
Experience
art and culture in the
Cultural Precinct
5colleges close
to campus
Join one of
+
125
clubs and
societies
Study with
Learn a new
friends at our sport or join a
refurbished libraries team with UWA Sport
Enjoy great food and
coffee at one of our
many cafés
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Student exchange
Do you love to travel? As a UWA student you have the opportunity to discover
new cities and experience other cultures with the UWA Student Exchange
Program. You can study at one of our partner universities across Asia, Europe,
or North and South America for one or two semesters while continuing to
gain credit towards your UWA degree.
Financial assistance:
If you’re interested in an exchange program, you could be eligible
to receive a UWA Study Abroad Scholarship to help with the cost of
your exchange. You can also apply for a UWA Overseas Study Loan
up to $6,567 to help with your costs while away.
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Academic benefits
• Take subjects related to your degree which aren’t
available at UWA.
• Study at other universities that are also international
leaders in their chosen research fields.
Employment benefits
• Offer a competitive edge in the international workforce.
• Show employers you are flexible, adventurous and a
self starter.
• Gain invaluable experience for future employment
through vacation internships offered by
some universities.
Personal benefits
• Travel within your host country and further afield with
local or other international students.
• Meet people from around the globe and develop
new friendships.
• Increase your independence and confidence.
• Contribute to, and work within,
the international community.
A network of opportunities
The following list illustrates the countries and number
of universities available for student exchange.
Austria: 2 Malaysia: 1
Belgium: 2 Netherlands: 7
Brazil: 1 New Zealand: 1
Canada: 15 Norway: 6
Chile: 1 Reunion: 1
China: 13 Singapore: 3
Denmark: 4 South Korea: 6
Finland: 2 Spain: 3
France: 11 Sweden: 4
Germany: 9 Switzerland: 3
Hong Kong: 4 Thailand: 1
Ireland: 1 UK: 22
Israel: 2 Uruguay: 1
Italy: 4 US: 28
Japan: 11
See page 87 for the full list of universities
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Pathways to your career
Your first degree (also referred to as an undergraduate degree) will give you the practical skills and knowledge
needed to commence your career.
Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Science
Possible career fields: Biomedical Science Possible career fields: Possible career fields:
• Architecture Possible career fields: • Accounting • Agribusiness
• Advertising • Epidemiology • Banking • Biology
• Communications • Genetics • Economics • Geology
• Fine Arts • Microbiology • Finance • Research and Development
• Landscape Architecture • Pathology • Human Resource • Sport Science
• Media • Pharmacology Management • Zoology
• Politics • Marketing
• Public Relations and many more...
Upon completion of your undergraduate degree, you can go on to obtain your next degree. This degree is known as a postgraduate
degree and strengthens your credentials and future career opportunities. You can also study a professional qualification at
postgraduate level.
Connecting you to industry
At UWA you’ll not only receive a world class degree, you’ll also have the opportunity to gain valuable experience
to prepare you for your future career. Some degrees require you to complete professional placements, but we also
provide the chance for you to gain experience in the workplace, even if your qualification doesn’t call for it.
Our extensive employer engagement and collaborations This hands-on learning approach is highly valued by
provide you with practical, real-world experiences in addition employers and ensures you’re career-ready.
to valuable professional networking opportunities.
Our Careers Centre is also here to help you design your future,
These partnerships enable you to take part in a number of supporting you with employability skills workshops, employer
activities including: and networking events, career fairs, online jobs board,
• for-credit placements / practicums as part of your degree mentoring and more.
• not-for-credit work experience careers.uwa.edu.au
• volunteering opportunities through Guild Volunteering
• service learning units
• internships with the McCusker Centre for Citizenship
• vacation programs
• Career Mentor Link - a program which matches you with
a professional so that you can benefit from your mentor’s
industry knowledge and career experience.
• work placements for professional accreditation
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Direct Pathways
If you have a professional career in mind, take
advantage of one of our Direct Pathways. A Direct
Pathway gives you an assured place in one of our
postgraduate professional courses. The pathways
combine a range of undergraduate and postgraduate
courses, providing you with a clearer direction to your
career of choice.
Master of Professional Engineering (Mining)
Emma Guerini
“The Direct Pathway into Engineering was the perfect choice
for me. It made the transition from my bachelor’s degree
to the Master of Professional Engineering (MPE) seamless,
while also giving me the flexibility to complete a second
major in Geology.
My favourite part about studying Mining Engineering
at UWA has been the opportunity to get involved in
the industry early. For me, this started out with field
trips to various mine sites, completing my practicum
in a fly-in, fly-out role and becoming a member of the
Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM)
Student Chapter. I have now been on the committee of
the Student Chapter for two years, during which I’ve had
the opportunity to meet industry professionals, attend
conferences, compete in the Mining Games in Montana and
Brisbane, and travel to Sweden as part of the AusIMM/Atlas
Copco Scholarship.
Overall my experience as an MPE student has been both
fun and valuable to my career as an incoming graduate
engineer. The experienced lecturers, real-life design and
research projects, industry exposure and opportunities
to get involved in extracurricular activities really set
UWA apart from other universities.”
uwa.edu.au/direct-pathways
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Direct Pathways
Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Education
Architecture Pathway
Minimum ATAR 92.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
Bachelor of Arts
Master of
1. Architecture 5 years
Arts Architecture Master of
Architecture
Landscape Architecture Pathways
Minimum ATAR 92.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. Landscape
Architecture Master of
Landscape 5 years
2. Option, another Architecture
Arts Bachelor of
UWA major
Arts, Biomedical
1. One Biomedical Science, Commerce
Science major Master of or Science
Biomedical Landscape 5 years
Science 2. Landscape Architecture
Architecture
1. One Commerce major Master of Master of
Commerce Landscape 5 years Landscape
2. Landscape
Architecture Architecture Architecture
Science 1. One Science major Master of
2. Landscape Landscape 5 years
Architecture Architecture
Law Pathways
Minimum ATAR 97.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. One Arts major
2. Option, another Juris Doctor 6 years
Arts
UWA major Bachelor of
Arts, Biomedical
1. One Biomedical Science, Commerce
Science major or Science
Biomedical Juris Doctor 6 years
Science 2. Option, another
UWA major
Juris Doctor (JD)
1. One Commerce major
2. Option, another Juris Doctor 6 years
Commerce
UWA major
1. One Science major
2. Option, another Juris Doctor 6 years
Science
UWA major
10 study.uwa.edu.auEarly Childhood Teaching Pathways
Minimum ATAR 92.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. One Arts major
(as advised by the Graduate Master of
School of Education) Teaching 5 years
Arts
2. Option, another (Early Childhood)
UWA major
1. One Biomedical
Science major Bachelor of
Master of
(as advised by the Graduate Teaching 5 years Arts, Biomedical
Biomedical School of Education) (Early Childhood) Science, Commerce
Science
2. Option, another
or Science
UWA major
1. One Commerce major
(as advised by the Graduate Master of
Master of
School of Education) Teaching 5 years Teaching
Commerce (Early Childhood) (Early Childhood)
2. Option, another
UWA major
1. One Science major
(as advised by the Graduate Master of
Science
School of Education) Teaching 5 years
2. Option, another (Early Childhood)
UWA major
Primary Teaching Pathways
Minimum ATAR 92.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. One Arts major
(as advised by
the Graduate School of Master of
Education) Teaching 5 years
Arts
(Primary)
2. Option, another
UWA major
Bachelor of
1. One Biomedical
Arts, Biomedical
Science (as advised by Master of
the Graduate School of Science, Commerce
Biomedical Teaching 5 years
Science Education) (Primary) or Science
2. Option, another UWA
major
1. One Commerce major Master of
(as advised by
the Graduate School of Teaching Master of
Commerce Education) (Primary) 5 years
Teaching
2. Option, another UWA (Primary)
major
1. One Science major (as
advised by Master of
the Graduate School of
Education) Teaching 5 years
Science
2. Option, another (Primary)
UWA major
The University of Western Australia | 2018 Undergraduate Course Guide 11Secondary Teaching Pathways
Minimum ATAR 92.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. One Arts major (as advised
by the Graduate School of Master of
Education) Teaching 5 years
Arts
(Secondary)
2. Option, another UWA major
1. One Biomedical Science major Master of Bachelor of
(as advised by the Graduate Teaching
5 years Arts, Biomedical
Biomedical School of Education) (Secondary)
Science Science, Commerce
2. Option, another UWA major
or Science
1. One Commerce major (as
advised by the Graduate School Master of
of Education) Teaching 5 years
Commerce (Secondary)
2. Option, another UWA major Master of
Teaching (Secondary)
1. One Science major (as advised
by the Graduate School of Master of
Education) Teaching 5 years
Science (Secondary)
2. Option, another UWA major
Translation Studies Pathway
Minimum ATAR 90.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. Chinese, German, Bachelor of Arts
French or Italian Master of
Translation 5 years Master of
Arts 2. Option, another Studies Translation
UWA major
Studies
Faculty of Science
Psychology Pathways
Minimum ATAR 95.00
Undergraduate Majors Duration Qualification
Bachelor of Arts
Arts 1. Psychology (double major) Psychology Honours 4 years
Psychology
Honours
Bachelor of Science
1. Psychology (double major)
Psychology Honours 4 years
Science
Psychology
Honours
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Social Work Pathways
Minimum ATAR 92.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. One Arts major
Master of
2. Option, another 5 years
Social Work
Arts UWA major Bachelor of
1. One Biomedical Arts, Biomedical
Science major Master of Science, Commerce
5 years
Biomedical 2. Option, another Social Work or Science
Science UWA major
1. One Commerce major
Master of
2. Option, another 5 years
Commerce Social Work
UWA major Master of
Social Work
1. One Science major
Master of
2. Option, another 5 years
Science Social Work
UWA major
Dentistry Pathways
Minimum ATAR 99.00
Broadway/Rural Minimum ATAR 96.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. One Arts major Doctor of
Dental 6 years
Arts 2. Medical Sciences Medicine
Bachelor of
1. Medical Sciences Doctor of
Arts, Biomedical
2. Option, another Dental 6 years
Biomedical
Science UWA major Medicine Science, Commerce
or Science
1. One Commerce major Doctor of
Dental 6 years
Commerce 2. Medical Sciences Medicine
Doctor of Doctor of
1. One Science major
Dental 6 years Dental Medicine
Science 2. Medical Sciences Medicine
The University of Western Australia | 2018 Undergraduate Course Guide 13Medicine Pathways
Minimum ATAR 99.00
Broadway/Rural Minimum ATAR 96.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. One Arts major Doctor of
6 years
Arts 2. Medical Sciences Medicine
Bachelor of
Arts, Biomedical
1. Medical Sciences
Doctor of Science, Commerce
2. Option, another 6 years
Biomedical Medicine or Science
Science UWA major
1. One Commerce major Doctor of
6 years
Commerce 2. Medical Sciences Medicine
Doctor of
Medicine
1. Medical Sciences
Doctor of
2. Option, another 6 years
Science
Medicine
UWA major
Podiatric Medicine Pathways
Minimum ATAR 94.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. One Arts major Doctor of
Podiatric 5 years
2. Medical Sciences Medicine Bachelor of
Arts
Arts, Biomedical
1. Medical Sciences Doctor of Science, Commerce
2. Option, another Podiatric 5 years or Science
Biomedical UWA major Medicine
Science
1. One Commerce major Doctor of
Podiatric 5 years
Commerce 2. Medical Sciences Medicine Doctor of
Podiatric Medicine
1. One Science major Doctor of
Podiatric 5 years
Science 2. Medical Sciences Medicine
14 study.uwa.edu.auPharmacy Pathways
Minimum ATAR 94.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. One Arts major Master of
5 years
2. Medical Sciences Pharmacy
Arts Bachelor of
Arts, Biomedical
1. Medical Sciences Science, Commerce
Master of
2. Option, another 5 years
Pharmacy or Science
Biomedical UWA major
Science
1. One Commerce major Master of
5 years
2. Medical Sciences Pharmacy
Commerce Master of
Pharmacy
1. Medical Sciences
Master of
2. Option, another 5 years
Science Pharmacy
UWA major
Faculty of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences
Engineering Pathways
Minimum ATAR 92.00
Undergraduate Majors Postgraduate Duration Qualification
1. One Arts major Master of
Professional 5 years
2. Engineering Science Engineering
Arts Bachelor of
Arts, Biomedical
1. One Biomedical Master of
Science major Science, Commerce
Professional 5 years
Engineering or Science
Biomedical
Science
2. Engineering Science
1. One Commerce major Master of
Professional 5 years Master of
Commerce 2. Engineering Science Engineering Professional
Engineering (MPE)
1. Engineering Science Master of
2. Option, another Professional 5 years
Science Engineering
UWA major
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) students can study any of these pathways.
Contact our Future Students team on 08 6488 3939 for more information on admission requirements and course duration.
The University of Western Australia | 2018 Undergraduate Course Guide 15Simon Thuijs
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) graduate
16 study.uwa.edu.auBachelor of
Philosophy (Honours)
The Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) What can I study? Entry requirements
is a challenging and research-oriented The Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) Entry to this course is extremely
four-year degree. The course offers gives you the freedom to choose a competitive. The entry requirement
an innovative curriculum with an major from any field of study within for this course is an Australian Tertiary
individually designed academic Arts, Biomedical Science, Commerce Admission Rank (ATAR) of at least 98.00
program, focusing on your chosen area or Science. It is an integrated honours in most cases, supplemented by some
of specialisation. degree with research embedded special admission pathways, and
throughout the four-year course and places are limited. Before nominating
In addition to innovative research the opportunity to learn a language. your degree-specific major (and second
project work, the course includes a major where relevant) you must have
scholarship-supported study abroad The Summer Residence, held prior satisfied any specified prerequisites
experience, academic mentoring, to the start of your first semester, is for the major (see pages 19 to 61 for
high-level communications training, an integral part of the course and detailed descriptions and prerequisites
professional skills development and an is designed to introduce you to the of majors).
on-campus residential experience prior academic expectations of this degree
to the start of first semester (usually in as well as give you the opportunity to The Summer Residence is a
the week prior to orientation). meet other students in the course. requirement of this course and all
students are expected to attend.
This highly competitive course is In your first semester, you will complete
unique in Western Australia and the first-level unit – Global Challenges, Beyond your Bachelor of
represents an exciting and distinctive Research and Leadership – and take Philosophy (Honours)
experience for high-achieving students. part in a group research project. This Graduates will have a wealth of
forms the basis of your subsequent opportunities upon graduation.
Why study the Bachelor of research training. You can choose to complete
Philosophy (Honours)? postgraduate study by coursework
The Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) Throughout your course you will and/or research, including courses
course ensures you develop high- participate in collaborative and leading to professional qualifications,
level research and communication interdisciplinary research projects, or may prefer to enter the workforce
skills that prepare you for the work closely with a research mentor directly after completing your
challenges of achieving the highest from your chosen field of study, undergraduate degree.
international standards of excellence. develop your own research project study.uwa.edu.au/bphil
While many graduates will choose with an academic supervisor, present
to pursue further studies or a career your research orally, produce a
in research, the intensive focus of research dissertation, undertake an
the degree on developing analytical, overseas study experience, and have
teamwork and communication skills the opportunity to meet international
will ensure you are highly employable research leaders visiting the University.
upon graduation.
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The University of Western Australia | 2018 Undergraduate Course Guide 17Bachelor
of Arts
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) graduate
Charlotte Guest
“I studied Literature at UWA because I believe, to paraphrase
Wittgenstein, that we live within the limits of language.
Language mediates the ways we interpret the world around
us and navigate through it. The University of Western Australia
was a natural choice of university as many stalwart Australian
writers have passed through its doors: Dorothy Hewett, Fay
Zwicky, Randolph Stow, Lucy Dougan, Paul Hetherington, and
Elizabeth Jolley are just a few examples.
My degree equipped me with the skills to enter the world of
words: I now work at UWA Publishing making and promoting
books of cultural value, and, in my spare time, am a writer. I
have been fortunate enough to work with authors I studied
in my undergraduate degree and greatly admire. My debut
collection of poetry, Soap, is forthcoming with Recent Work
Press in September 2017.
I could not have achieved any of this without the expertise,
tutelage and support of UWA academics and colleagues.”
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ATAR
Anthropology
and Sociology
Are you fascinated by society and Career opportunities
human experience? Media, religion, art A major in Anthropology and Sociology
and politics are just some of the areas lays the foundation for careers in mining
you will explore as you seek to better and Indigenous issues both in Australia
understand people and our society. and overseas, social welfare, law, physical
and mental health, environmental
Anthropology and Sociology includes problem solving and assessment, urban
the topics of religions, politics, kinship, planning, education, development, foreign
gender, education, health, migration, aid and agricultural development.
“I found Anthropology and landscapes and the media. This major
Sociology with its study of cultures incorporates the study of the cultures,
and people highly engaging and institutions, social behaviours,
relevant and a great complement economies and systems of meaning
to my other major.” of all human societies. As a student
Justin Pereira you’ll investigate cultural theories Course structure information
and a range of studies on behaviours See page 74
and beliefs that are used to explore
the great diversity of past and present Prerequisite subjects
human societies. None
Recommended subjects
None
studyat.uwa.edu.au/anthropology
80
MINIMUM
ATAR
ATAR
SCORE
Archaeology
From the Ancient Greeks to the Career opportunities
Neanderthals, learn about past human Archaeologists are in great demand
societies through their material from government departments, the
remains. Archaeology is of crucial mining and resources industries and
significance for the understanding of other organisations both in Australia
Australia’s past as the only discipline and overseas. They are either employed
able to study the nearly 60,000 years of by these organisations directly or they
human settlement on this continent. work as private consultants. Examples of
other career prospects are in museums
“The most memorable part of my The analytical and practical elements as curators and researchers, or in the
course would be the field work of the discipline are taught within education sector.
opportunities, ranging from laboratory and field work units which
excavations to assess archaic are held annually for two or three
biodiversity, to excavations on weeks. These are in combination with
colonial settlements. The number
specialist units on rock art, Indigenous Course structure information
and diversity of possible field work
archaeology, historical archaeology, See page 74
options at UWA is excellent.”
European prehistory, the origins of
Daniel Werndly humans and archaeological heritage. Prerequisite subjects
None
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/archaeology None
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MINIMUM Architecture (double major)1
ATAR
Architecture is the conceptualisation Career opportunities
and design of built forms in response With further study, a major in Architecture
to economic, social and technological can lead to a career in architecture,
needs and desires. urban design, architectural drafting,
architectural education/academia or
An undergraduate major in Architecture government policy. You could work
prepares you for postgraduate studies in architectural and urban design
by introducing you to a range of practice, city and regional planning,
technologies and production methods government agencies, higher education,
“I viewed architecture and design as that encourage you to imagine design property development and architectural
a beautiful collaboration between outcomes and their applications. illustration and modelling.
logic, creativity and problem You’ll make investigations into design
solving. This interested me highly communication, sustainable design
and since then I have been exposed and relevant historical, theoretical and
to ideas that exceeded my vision.”
ethical aspects of architecture. At the Course structure information
Rohan Golestani end of your degree you’ll be able to See page 75
use your creative and rational inquiry
Interested in becoming an architect?
to analyse and provide solutions to Prerequisite subjects
Set your career path in motion with an design problems. None
Architecture Direct Pathway. See page 10.
1 This major is only available within the Bachelor of
Arts or Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours). Students
cannot choose to study a second major with the Recommended subjects
Architecture double major and it is not available as a None
second major.
studyat.uwa.edu.au/architecture
80
MINIMUM
ATAR
Asian Studies
Asia is home to two-thirds of the Career opportunities
world’s population and some of the Graduates with a good understanding of
most dynamic and fascinating societies Asian cultures, societies and languages
on the planet. From cultures, history are in short supply. Employment
and politics, through to religion, gender prospects exist in Australia and in the
and environmental issues, you can rising economies of Asia. Many employers,
explore the issues facing Australia’s including human rights organisations,
nearest neighbours. education providers, tourism operators,
media organisations, DFAT, the World
“I find it particularly fascinating This major introduces you to the many Bank and the United Nations, employ
looking into the cultural aspects of cultures, societies and politics of Asia graduates with an Asia-related
societies. Asian Studies looks at the including China, Indonesia and Japan. academic background.
culture, political space and history It explores the impact of the great
of the states within Asia so I chose religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism
Asian Studies for this reason.” and Islam, and investigates the Course structure information
dramatic changes that colonialism and See page 75
Georgia Watterson
revolutions have brought to the people
of the region. Prerequisite subjects
None
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/asian-studies None
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ATAR
More than one billion people Career opportunities
globally speak Chinese (Mandarin), There is a growing demand for graduates
making it the most widely-spoken with knowledge of Chinese and China.
language in the world. Study Chinese Graduates find careers in state and federal
and open up doors to an exciting government departments, including
international career. Defence and Foreign Affairs and Trade and
in commercial enterprises with a China
The Chinese major, catering for focus. Opportunities may also be pursued
all language levels from complete at a global level with institutions such
“I found Chinese to be an elegant beginner to native speaker, develops as the World Bank and United Nations.
language with a rich cultural history language skills, cultural literacy and Teaching of Chinese as a second
and a growing importance in knowledge of China. The classes focus language can also be considered.
today’s society.” on practical everyday Chinese (reading,
Parris McLaughlin writing, speaking and listening) with an
emphasis over time on engaging with Course structure information
real-life situations and authentic texts. See page 76
Interested in becoming a translator? Prerequisite subjects
Set your career path in motion with a None
Translation Studies Direct Pathway.
See page 12.
Recommended subjects
None
studyat.uwa.edu.au/chinese
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MINIMUM
Classics and
Ancient History
ATAR
UWA is the only university in Western Career opportunities
Australia where you can study Classics A major in Classics and Ancient History
and Ancient History. equips you for a wide range of careers
including secondary and tertiary
This major combines the languages, education, (with appropriate further
literature, history, art and archaeology studies), government departments, the
of the ancient Greek and Roman media, and public and private sectors
civilisations to give you a holistic in the arts and culture.
picture of this vibrant and eternally
“I’m very passionate about ancient relevant era. These two cultures lie
history and recently joined the at the very foundation of the modern
committee for the UWA Classics world and we are surrounded by their
Society. We organise events legacy: from the Olympic Games to
throughout the year and provide the alphabet, from democracy to
tutoring for students taking Ancient Christianity and from theatre to the Course structure information
History units.”
rule of law. See page 76
Christina Gorevski
Prerequisite subjects
None
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/classics None
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MINIMUM
ATAR
Communication and
Media Studies
Communication and Media Studies is Career opportunities
one of the most exciting and rapidly Graduates are highly sought after in
evolving areas of study in today’s areas such as journalism, the media,
media-driven world. advertising, public relations, multimedia,
public administration, marketing,
What we know of the world and how government and education.
we act in it is critically related to our
use of communication technologies,
from language to screen, and from text
“I enjoy the practical units in to social networks. Explore the theory
this major, such as digital media, and practice of journalism, the media,
where we get to learn how to use film making, multimedia, the web,
professional filming equipment. computer games and other forms of
Another interesting unit is Game communication. This major provides
Design where our task is to make a you with practical communication Course structure information
board game.” skills along with essential theoretical See page 76
Elizabeth Nguyen knowledge and includes training
in the use of the latest digital Prerequisite subjects
multimedia technology. None
Recommended subjects
None
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MINIMUM
English and
Cultural Studies
ATAR
Do you like books, movies, television, Career opportunities
theatre and poetry? English and Cultural Studies graduates
are highly successful in obtaining careers
The English and Cultural Studies in teaching, management, journalism,
major takes imagination seriously. advertising, public service and in all
You’ll explore the creative texts that aspects of the cultural life of our society.
societies produce and learn what they Many graduates proceed to specialised
mean. From Shakespeare to Netflix, training in one of the professions such as
and from critical theory to creative law, psychology, librarianship, education,
“English and Cultural Studies has writing, English and Cultural Studies publishing, journalism, industrial relations
always been of great interest to me, offers a rich range of units to build or theatre and media work.
and I enjoy the depth and breadth your major. At the heart of English
the area affords.” and Cultural Studies is language. And
Edward Leman language is the central domain of
human experience.
Course structure information
See page 78
Prerequisite subjects
None
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/english None
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MINIMUM
ATAR
Fine Arts
Fine Arts is the creative exploration of Career opportunities
ideas and the formation of concepts UWA Fine Arts graduates are employed
within the unique imaginative field of in influential positions within Australia
making art. and internationally in professions such
as entrepreneurial artists, curators,
This major presents a variety of choices designers, film makers, musicians,
for you to develop your creative academics, writers, journalists, editors
media skills and capacity to apply and publicists. They also work in areas of
critical thinking to studio exploration. gallery management, arts administration,
“It felt like a very instinctual You’ll undertake a series of studio- cultural festival coordination,
decision for me to follow a based explorations that develop your corporate public relations, marketing,
practical and creative study path. ideas into art. Units, methods and communication and policy research.
After graduating I aim to launch approaches to art-making form a major
creative storytelling workshops for that is based on critical thinking.
Indigenous youth in the Pilbara.”
Course structure information
See page 78
Gabriella Loo
Prerequisite subjects
None
Recommended subjects
None
studyat.uwa.edu.au/fine-arts
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MINIMUM
ATAR
French Studies
Studying French, ‘la langue de l’amour’, Career opportunities
is an experience which will open your European language graduates are well
mind to different cultures and enrich qualified for careers in the diplomatic
you with knowledge of history. services, teaching and training,
interpreting and translating, as well as
Beyond achieving high levels of a range of careers in travel, hospitality,
competency in speaking, writing, publishing, theatre, commerce,
listening to and reading the French manufacturing, law and international
language, you will also learn about relations. Knowledge of a foreign language
“The professors in the Faculty are French culture in France and around is particularly helpful for career prospects
very hands on and happy to help the world. This major caters for in international banking, journalism and
whenever you need it. Throughout students at all levels, from beginners communications and the arts.
my degree, I’ve found they really through to native speakers. During the
took an interest and care in course, you will also study past and
my learning.”
present French literature, films and Course structure information
Nadia Mohiuddin popular culture, providing you with a See page 78
holistic and stimulating cultural and
Interested in becoming a translator? educational experience. Prerequisite subjects
Set your career path in motion with a None
Translation Studies Direct Pathway.
See page 12.
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/french None
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MINIMUM German Studies
ATAR
Delve into Berlin, wider Germany and Career opportunities
the Germanic-speaking world when European language graduates are well
you become fluent in speaking, writing, qualified for careers in the diplomatic
listening to and reading German, one services, teaching and training,
of the most widely spoken languages interpreting and translating, as well as
in Europe. a range of careers in travel, hospitality,
publishing, theatre, commerce,
This major offers a wide perspective as manufacturing, law and international
it considers the culture and history of relations. Knowledge of a foreign language
“It’s a very cool conversation starter German-speaking people, not only in is particularly helpful for career prospects
and a valuable skill to know the Germany, Austria and Switzerland but in international banking, journalism and
German language. The German across the globe. The major caters for communications and the arts.
Studies major also provides a students at all levels, from beginners
very different experience to other through to native speakers. You will
university courses.”
also explore social history and culture Course structure information
Julia DeLorenzo from the many centuries of German See page 79
literary tradition prose, poetry and
Interested in becoming a translator? drama, music, film and advertising. Prerequisite subjects
Set your career path in motion with a None
Translation Studies Direct Pathway.
See page 12.
Recommended subjects
None
studyat.uwa.edu.au/german
80
MINIMUM
ATAR
History
Wars, revolutions, conflicts and Career opportunities
diasporas, nations, empires, Most History graduates find careers
economies, cultures, emotions in which they can use their skills in
and people. In History, there are no research, critical analysis and written
questions that are off limits. communication such as historical
research and writing, teaching, journalism,
Uncover the deep causes of events librarianship and archival management,
such as the American Revolution or government agencies, museums,
the First World War, and discover how cultural heritage and tourism, business
“History is a fascinating subject women and men experienced the administration, politics and publishing.
as the past is constantly in flux, medieval world or the colonisation
awaiting a new perspective of Australia. History introduces you
and opinion to change to the complexities involved in these
academic thought.” pursuits and requires you to use both
Katharine Worth imagination and reason. You’ll judge Course structure information
historical interpretations and pit your See page 80
own interpretation against those
of others. Prerequisite subjects
None
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/history None
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MINIMUM History of Art
ATAR
Understanding the history of art Career opportunities
enables students to explore in detail Graduates with a History of Art major
the ongoing significance of art as a are well equipped to enter a range of
platform for shaping and interpreting careers. Many graduates go on to careers
the world in which we live. connected in some way with the arts,
such as arts administrators, curators,
Discover ideas and practices that museum administrators, gallery directors,
challenge your preconceptions of the art historians, art conservators and arts
history of art in exciting and surprising festival administrators.
“Through my studies I have revelled ways with this major. You’ll have the
in the abundance of creativity and opportunity to study historical and
also acquired the analytical and contemporary art across a range of
critical thinking skills to evaluate visual forms from famous artworks to
differing perspectives and contexts.” caricatures, from shop window displays
Maree Crouch to exhibition designs, from films to Course structure information
photography and from advertising See page 80
campaigns to maps.
Prerequisite subjects
None
Recommended subjects
None
studyat.uwa.edu.au/art-history
80
MINIMUM
Human Geography
and Planning
ATAR
Human geography and planning Career opportunities
are the essential disciplines for Planners and geographers are employed
understanding the complexities of by local and state governments and in the
cities and regions and guiding their private sector in areas including regional
sustainable development. development, public administration,
public policy, social research, teaching
This major provides core knowledge for and property and land development.
creating liveable communities, vibrant Graduates with this major are also
economies and sustainable places. employable internationally, helping solve
“I’ve always had an interest in city It addresses significant real-world social, economic and environmental
life and the way a multicultural problems facing society including problems in other parts of the world.
city functions. Field trips are a globalisation, rapid urbanisation,
highlight, and last year I was lucky ageing populations, homelessness,
enough to participate in field land use conflict, cultural diversity,
work in Catalonia, Spain, which regional planning, economic Course structure information
was excellent.”
development, and ecological See page 80
Matthew Brice
sustainability. The major includes
1 Cost of food and accommodation to be borne
field work trips and an opportunity to Prerequisite subjects
by the student. For more information go to participate in overseas residential field None
teachingandlearning.uwa.edu.au/students/
fees. work in a variety of destinations1.
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/human-geog-planning None
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MINIMUM Indigenous Knowledge,
ATAR
History and Heritage
How do Indigenous people view the Career opportunities
world? How does Indigenous knowledge The broad skills base and adaptable
inform the world around us? approach of graduates from this major are
highly valued in areas such as legal and
The Indigenous Knowledge, History human rights organisations, government
and Heritage major allows you to departments, business and industry,
explore the worldview and historical education, trade and tourism, health and
experiences of Indigenous peoples in the environment, and native title and
Australia, as well as critically analyse cultural heritage.
“This major not only enables Western disciplinary constructs around
students to learn and understand Indigenous knowledge and peoples.
Indigenous worldviews but, more The major comprises a multidisciplinary
importantly, to know and feel those program that provides you with the
relationships that are integral within opportunity to learn about the history,
these worldviews.”
culture and philosophy of Indigenous Course structure information
Dougie Nelson peoples in Australia. This major is taught See page 80
in an interactive manner and you will
engage with Indigenous people, Elders in Prerequisite subjects
the community and guest speakers. None
Recommended subjects
None
studyat.uwa.edu.au/indigenous-knowledge
80
MINIMUM
ATAR
Indonesian
Indonesian is the national language of Career opportunities
our nearest neighbour and the world’s Knowledge of Indonesian language,
fourth-largest country. The cultural culture and social norms is in demand
diversity and tropical ecology makes by state and federal government
Indonesia one of the most enjoyable departments as well as commercial
countries in which to study, travel enterprises investing in Indonesia, the
and work. media, education, tourism and the
hospitality industry.
A major in Indonesian enables you
“The Indonesian major provides to achieve a high level of fluency in
students with a strong the language and learn about the
understanding of the language unique culture and history of the
and the political, social, country. As well as learning how to
economic and environmental speak, read and write Indonesian,
spheres of Australia’s most
you will have the exciting opportunity Course structure information
important neighbour.”
to spend a semester studying at an See page 80
Daniel Lucanus Indonesian university.
Prerequisite subjects
None
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/indonesian None
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ATAR
Italian Studies
Learn ‘la bella lingua’. Studying Italian Career opportunities
language and culture opens up the European language graduates are well
fascinating world of contemporary qualified for careers in areas that involve
Italy, its rich cultural heritage and the interpersonal and communication skills,
links between Italy and Australia. such as in travel, hospitality, publishing,
theatre, commerce, international
Gain a richer understanding of the relations, the diplomatic services,
arts, music, design, architecture, teaching and interpreting and translating.
opera and food by learning Italian: a Knowledge of a foreign language
“Italian is a beautiful language language considered by many to be the has helped graduates secure jobs in
and I have loved learning it here most beautiful language in the world. international banking, journalism and
at UWA. I definitely feel learning This major teaches you high levels communications and the arts.
a language will improve my of competence in speaking, writing,
career opportunities.” listening to and reading Italian. It also
Broderick Moncrieff offers a wide perspective on Italian Course structure information
culture, not only the culture and history See page 81
of Italy itself, but Italian-speaking
Interested in becoming a translator? communities around the world, Prerequisite subjects
Set your career path in motion with a including Australia. None
Translation Studies Direct Pathway.
See page 12.
Recommended subjects
None
studyat.uwa.edu.au/italian
80
MINIMUM
ATAR
Japanese
Japanese popular culture has spread Career opportunities
throughout the world and Japan Graduates with a major in Japanese
continues to be a major international can find employment in federal and
economic player. state government departments as well
as a wide range of private companies
Knowledge of the Japanese and community organisations. The
language, culture and society offers combination of Japanese with a major in
you a passport to one of Asia’s another discipline (such as anthropology,
most important centres of culture economics, geography, history, industrial
“The best experience I’ve had as a and business. As the language of relations and politics) is becoming
UWA student was the opportunity one of Australia’s major trading particularly attractive to employers.
to go on a six-month exchange to partners, there is a high demand for
Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto. graduates with knowledge of Japan
It’s a prestigious university in Japan and Japanese. The major caters
and studying Japanese while being
for beginners and for students who Course structure information
immersed in the culture was truly a
have studied Japanese to Year 12 See page 81
once-in-a-lifetime experience.”
level or equivalent. You will also
Calvin Rokich have the opportunity to use UWA’s Prerequisite subjects
traditional Japanese Tatami room for None
conversation practice.
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/japanese None
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MINIMUM Korean Studies
ATAR
Learn to speak and write Korean Career opportunities
while exploring Korean societies, Graduates can find jobs in the private
politics and culture and developing an and public sectors, in positions where
understanding of the two Koreas’ place language and cultural expertise is
in the world. required. They are also employed by state
and federal government departments
The Korean Studies major combines (including Defence, Immigration and
learning the language with the Citizenship, Foreign Affairs and Trade),
study of Korean-related subjects in commercial enterprises, tourism, public
“UWA is the only university in various disciplines. As South Korea sector and cultural organisations, NGOs
Western Australia that offers (Republic of Korea) is an increasingly and the media industry. You could also
Korean, and the lecturers and important trading partner of Western pursue academia or teaching.
tutors go out of their way to make Australia, graduates with good Korean
course content engaging and linguistic and socio-cultural skills are
memorable.”
highly sought after in the Australian Course structure information
Nikayla Moodley job market. See page 81
Prerequisite subjects
None
Recommended subjects
None
studyat.uwa.edu.au/korean
80
MINIMUM
ATAR
Landscape Architecture
Landscape Architecture involves all Career opportunities
aspects of landscape and land use Landscape Architecture provides a wide
planning, design and management and range of employment options including
the restoration and rehabilitation of working as a landscape architect,
disturbed environments. environmental consultant, urban designer,
landscape architectural draftsperson, an
You’ll develop methods for designing environmental manager, a government
and managing outdoor spaces that policy adviser, a landscape architecture
are exciting, functional and attractive educator or academic. You could work in
“The constant learning, whether to the communities that interact with landscape architectural or urban design
from the curriculum or from the
them. You’ll also develop essential practice, city and regional planning and
people, has exposed me to new
skills in critical thinking, providing conservation agencies.
experiences, pushing myself to
explore different ways to express you with a strong foundation in the
my ideas in my design.” practical, as well as theoretical, art of
landscape design. Course structure information
Haley Ng See page 82
Interested in becoming a landscape
architect?
Prerequisite subjects
Set your career path in motion with a
None
Landscape Architecture Direct Pathway.
See page 10.
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/landscape-architecture None
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MINIMUM Law and Society
ATAR
How do law and society relate to, and Career opportunities
change, each other? How does law Graduates pursue varied careers in the
actually work in the real world? Is the private, non-profit and public sectors,
law the same thing as justice? including law-related policy and research
roles in law reform and justice agencies,
This major examines the impact law law-relevant fields like management
and social policy has on our lives, and human resources, media and
both nationally and globally. You communications, industrial relations,
will explore a variety of fascinating human rights, social services and legal
“The Law and Society major offers issues while developing skills in support. Students can study at honours
an insight into what law is all understanding, applying and critiquing or postgraduate level, including the
about. The units are engaging and socio-legal concepts and issues. With Juris Doctor (JD).
interesting, and the tutors and its focus on the social dimensions of
lecturers give first-hand experience law, this major perfectly complements
into the legal profession.” a wide range of studies, including Course structure information
Marwat Sallehi politics, communications, sociology, See page 82
culture, economics or anthropology.
Interested in becoming a lawyer? Prerequisite subjects
Set your career path in motion with a Law None
Direct Pathway. See page 10.
Recommended subjects
None
studyat.uwa.edu.au/law-society
80
MINIMUM
ATAR
Linguistics
Linguistics is the study of the nature of Career opportunities
human language and communication. A major in Linguistics provides a
It covers all aspects of language, foundation for any career that involves
including structure, diversity, how language or languages, human social
languages change over time, how organisation and culture, or the human
people learn and make use of it to mind. In addition to research careers,
communicate, and how it affects graduates go on to hold careers in
power in relationships. language teaching, speech therapy,
journalism and broadcasting, translation
“Studying Linguistics has shown You’ll have the opportunity to work on and interpreting, Indigenous education
me how complex and abstract a variety of linguistic topics including and support work and information
language is, and given me an grammatical descriptions and technology, among other areas.
appreciation of how incredible dictionaries of Australian Aboriginal
it is that we learn and use it so languages, analysis of Australian
easily every day. The lecturers
English and Romance languages, the Course structure information
and tutors are always there to
study of meaning in language and the See page 82
assist students and their passion
relation between language and society.
is definitely contagious.”
Prerequisite subjects
Emily Taplin None
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/linguistics None
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MINIMUM Music Studies
ATAR
Develop your artistic and creative Career opportunities
skills while gaining a broad The breadth of communication, musical,
grounding in music. analytical, written and research skills
that students acquire are desirable
This major sees you develop expertise in a wide range of professions. Some
and skills in the areas of performance graduates may pursue careers as
or composition, harmony and aural, professional performing musicians while
Western art music history and popular others may gain employment in areas
world music. Many students combine of performance, teaching, composing,
“My favourite aspect of studying at this major with another area of study. arranging, arts management, journalism
UWA is studying music with people As a result you will have the experience and community music.
who are as passionate as I am. I of studying alongside students
think that makes for a community from diverse backgrounds, creating
where I can thrive.” a dynamic and engaging learning
Joshua Van Zuylen environment. Students wishing to Course structure information
specialise in performance, composition See page 83
or musicology should consider taking
the Music Studies major concurrently Prerequisite subjects
with the Music Specialist Studies major. Audition to demonstrate a musical
background equivalent to Music ATAR
Recommended subjects
Music ATAR
studyat.uwa.edu.au/music
80
MINIMUM
ATAR
Music Specialist Studies
Whether you love performing or Career opportunities
composing, Music Specialist Studies Graduates pursue careers in a range
equips you with the skills for a career in of areas including the creative and
the music profession. performing arts, music education, the
entertainment industry and associated
This major provides you with a fields. Many graduates have careers as
rigorous, high-quality tertiary performing musicians, either with an
music education and an intensive orchestra, an ensemble, as conductors
concentration in a chosen area or composers, or a combination of
“I love playing percussion and of specialisation: performance, these. Others go on to become music
couldn’t imagine a life without it. composition or musicology. This major administrators, music or arts managers,
The music staff and lecturers are can only be taken by Bachelor of Arts music journalists or librarians.
very encouraging and inspiring or Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
which makes UWA a great students concurrently enrolled in the
environment to learn in.” Music Studies major. Course structure information
See page 83
Carissa Soares
Prerequisite subjects
Audition to demonstrate a musical
background equivalent to Music ATAR
Recommended subjects
studyat.uwa.edu.au/specialist-music Music ATAR
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