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ABORIGINAL AND TORRES
STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION
2020
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2 Western Sydney University
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020 MITED. westernsydney.edu.au 3
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020 4 Western Sydney University
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020
TREE OF
KNOWLEDGE
This artwork was painted for Western Each of the small circles with trees represents
Sydney University in support of the our Western Sydney campuses: Parramatta,
Indigenous Education initiatives. Bankstown, Campbelltown, Penrith,
Hawkesbury and Nirimba. The trees are
It provides an Aboriginal perspective surrounded by yellow circles with green
of education at Western Sydney dots which represent people associated
University and is about the University, with learning. Yellow ochre and white along
what it does and where it is situated. with green dots on red ochre represent
the buildings and places of learning. The
These large ancient trees were highly U shape is a traditional representation
regarded and met many needs of our people. of a person and is utilised in the painting
Beneath the large branches was the traditional to represent students. The square shape
place for learning and knowledge sharing. The between students represents books,
trees were a source of food, fruit, nuts, seeds, computers and electronic learning tools.
clothing, shade, shelter, building materials and
even some natural medicines. In the centre of Our environmental campuses are represented
the painting is the Tree of Knowledge which by the many different shades of green in the
is at the centre of Aboriginal Education. painting and all are connected by motorways
and highways which students and staff use
Set under the cool branches, learning takes to travel to and from the University. The small
place. The telling of stories, learning song and circles without trees represent the cities and
dance occur. This is where we learn about suburbs where students who attend courses
our culture, country, lore and people, as well at Western Sydney University reside. The
as make artefacts and/or decorate personal Parramatta River is on the left-hand side and
items. This is why it is the Tree of Knowledge. Hawkesbury Nepean is on the right-hand side
with the Cox’s River to Warragamba. The blue
represents the water and the surrounding
yellow dots represent the sand banks.
Artist credit: Janice Bruny, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours), Honours Class 1.
The full painting can be viewed at westernsydney.edu.au/badanamijourney
AS A MATTER OF ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER
CULTURAL PROTOCOL, AND OUT OF RECOGNITION THAT ITS
CAMPUSES OCCUPY THEIR TRADITIONAL LANDS, WESTERN SYDNEY
UNIVERSITY ACKNOWLEDGES THE DARUG, THARAWAL (ALSO
HISTORICALLY REFERRED TO AS DHARAWAL), GANDANGARRA AND
WIRADJURI PEOPLES AND THANKS THEM FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF ITS
WORK IN THEIR LANDS (WESTERN SYDNEY AND BEYOND).
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≥ LEADERSHIP IN ONE OF ≥ OUR STUDENTS SIT AT THE
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GROWING REGIONS WE DO
Western Sydney is Australia’s third largest Our student-centred approach offers
and fastest growing economy. With a vast you the choice of on-campus, online and
multicultural population and expanding flexible study options combined with work-
international reach, Western Sydney University integrated learning. Through work experience
is uniquely placed to help students tap into a placements, internships and volunteering
global mindset. opportunities, you’ll get the real-life
experience, practical skills and knowledge that
you need for your future career.
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With our growing international reach and
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ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020
At a glance
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PATHWAYS TO STUDY
Western Sydney University HSC TRUE REWARD TERTIARY EDUCATION PATHWAYS
AND PARTNERSHIPS
is committed to providing True Reward is a unique early offer program
higher education pathways that recognises the strengths of each TAFE, Community College and private
for Aboriginal and Torres individual. True Reward offers you a place at providers offer Certificate III and Diploma
Western before you receive your ATAR, on the courses under the Australian Qualification
Strait Islanders. basis of relevant HSC subject results. Why? Framework (AQF). There are a number
of courses that have established pathways
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT Because at Western we recognise that with Western Sydney University.
ISLANDERS PATHWAY PROGRAM too often, the ATAR system overlooks For more information, visit
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders natural strengths and talent. westernsydney.edu.au/tepp
Pathway Program is a Western Sydney
University initiative aimed at increasing We recognise that you are much more
WESTERN DIRECT APPLICATIONS
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander than your ATAR. True Reward focuses
only on the scores that reflect your strong You can apply direct to Western Sydney
participation in undergraduate courses University via the Western Portal at
across all areas of study. Whether you are points. So whether you excel at English
literature, are a mental Mathematician, an westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws
currently working, unemployed, studying
at TAFE or coming straight from high advocate for social justice, or a designer
extraordinaire True Reward acknowledges UAC
school, as a prospective student you are
not required to have completed the HSC the idea that if you’re good at something, Complete an online application for
or any other qualifications to apply to you’re just what Western is looking for. admission via Universities Admissions
study at the University via the program. Centre at uac.edu.au
Find out more about True Reward and how
The program duration is two days and to apply – visit
includes assessment workshops in literacy westernsydney.edu.au/hsctruereward
and numeracy, and an interview to discuss If you require admission advice or
your course of interest. Revision workshops ACCESS OPPORTUNITIES need someone to assist with your
for numeracy are also available. application, please contact Western on,
≥≥ Regional bonus points
≥≥ 1300 897 669 or
≥≥ Subject bonus points
WHEN IS THE ABORIGINAL AND ≥≥ Educational Access Scheme ≥≥ study@westernsydney.edu.au
TORRES STRAIT ISLANDERS ≥≥ Elite Athlete and Performer Bonus Scheme
PATHWAY PROGRAM ASSESSMENT? ≥≥ Schools Recommendation Schemes (SRS)
The two-day assessment workshops and
interviews occur three times a year, please For more information, visit
refer to our website for dates and latest westernsydney.edu.au/advantage
information.
HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE PROGRAM?
You can apply by completing the Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Program
Application via the Western Portal.
To apply now, visit
westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit: westernsydney.edu.au/
pathwayprogram
Call: 1300 897 669
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UNLIMITED PATHWAYS
TO UNLIMITED DEGREES
The College provides a range time span, meaning there’s no time lost. Our
NGARAMADA INDIGENOUS
entry scheme also means, upon successful
of pathway options and support STUDENT CENTRE
completion of your first year of studies, you’ll
services to help you on your receive guaranteed direct entry into the The Ngaramada Indigenous Student
journey to university. second year of the corresponding university Centre provides support and
degree. encouragement for Aboriginal and
Through its comprehensive range of
Torres Strait Islander students. The
Integrated Diploma/Bachelor courses, The 16-month Extended Diploma program centre is located on the Nirimba
Extended Diplomas and University covers the same units as first year uni, as well campus to provide a range of services
Foundation Studies featuring small class as additional preliminary units to prepare and support to guide students through
sizes and individual attention from academic you for success in your tertiary studies. Upon their studies at The College, helping to
staff, The College provides a well-supported successful completion of the program, you’ll make their time at university enriching
environment for you to succeed in your have the opportunity to enter into the second and enjoyable.
tertiary studies. year of the corresponding university degree.
The Ngaramada Centre can provide
One of the many advantages of studying at HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP loans are available information about the range of services
The College is the direct entry arrangement to eligible students studying a Diploma or available across The College from
with Western Sydney University. After Foundation Studies program at The College. Academic support to careers advice,
successfully completing the University
counselling and student welfare
Foundation Studies program you will be For more information, visit
support.
able to apply for a place in the first year of westernsydney.edu.au/thecollege
a corresponding undergraduate degree at Facilities available in the centre include
Western Sydney University. study areas, computers, printing,
kitchen and lounge. Students can drop
The 12-month Diploma component of the
in to the Ngaramada Centre at any time
Integrated Diploma/Bachelor course covers
to study or relax.
the same units as first year uni over the same
Students studying at The College also
have access to the same services and
facilities via the Badanami Centre for
Indigenous Education, which is located
on each Western Sydney University
campus.
For information on the Ngaramada
Indigenous Student Centre, contact
Indigenous Project Officer Jeff Dunn
on (02) 9852 4483, email j.dunn@
westernsydney.edu.au or visit
westernsydney.edu.au/thecollege
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The Academy
Future thinking.
Unlimited possibilities.
Success is not just about The Academy knows that you don’t With a focus on ethical leadership
get to the top by standing still or and critical thinking, built on the
getting a degree, but also sitting exclusively in a classroom. pillars of academic excellence,
developing the critical The Academy prepares you to community engagement, and
thinking and leadership thrive in the face of change and professional and personal
seize success at every opportunity. development, The Academy offers
skills to support a students access to:
successful career. Whether your dream is to achieve
as a professional, an entrepreneur ≥u
nprecedented opportunities for
It’s about learning skills or an academic you will learn to industry and real-life experience
think differently and creatively in
for your chosen life, not whatever you do. ≥w
orld-class research,
just a job. researchers, teachers,
The Academy offers high- experts and innovation labs
achieving students a unique,
hands-on approach to learning in ≥ t ravel to national and
an interdisciplinary environment. international leadership
Led by Professor Jonathon Allen, experiences and conferences
The Academy draws on the unique ≥ a range of professional
experience of leading thinkers, and personal development
social change agents, community workshops
leaders, and high-achieving
students both past and present. ≥ internship, service learning and
volunteering opportunities
≥ a pplied leadership experience in
student-led, community-focused
projects.
Visit westernsydney.edu.au/
theacademy for more information.
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ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020
BIG
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SCHOLARSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
At Western Sydney University, We work closely with business, industry and
the community to ensure we offer scholarships
we offer over $22 million in HOW TO APPLY
that meet the needs of our students. Our
undergraduate scholarships scholarships provide students with support Take the time to examine our
for our students. The range and give them the opportunity to establish scholarships and make the most of the
of scholarships reflects professional relationships while they study. opportunities for success.
a strong commitment to STEP 1
There are over 100 different types of
academic excellence and scholarships focusing on areas such as Use the Find a Scholarship Tool to help
opportunity for Aboriginal industry placements, leadership and determine which scholarships you are
and Torres Strait Islander community involvement, international eligible to apply for.
students of the University. exchanges, sport, specific courses, local Visit: westernsydney.edu.au/
government areas, high-achieving students findascholarship
as well as students experiencing financial
hardship, people with a disability or long- STEP2
term medical condition, and Aboriginal Visit the Western Sydney University
and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Online Application Portal and begin
your application.
If you are a mature age student, or from a Be sure to upload all requested
rural or disadvantaged background, and documents and to provide your
identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait personal statement.
Islander, you may qualify for one of a wide
range of scholarships we have on offer. STEP3
Matilda Harry On successfully submitting your
application, you will receive a
There are many scholarship
opportunities on offer with Western confirmation email.
BACHELOR OF ARTS (DEAN’S
Sydney University or externally. All applications will be assessed after
SCHOLARS)/PATHWAY TO TEACHING
their relevant closing date
PRIMARY AND BACHELOR OF APPLIED
For details on Western scholarships, including
LEADERSHIP AND CRITICAL THINKING
eligibility requirements, visit:
“As a young, innovative university ≥≥ westernsydney.edu.au/scholarships
I chose Western because I knew or
I would be treated as more than ≥≥ call 1300 897 669
just a number. There is so much For information on external scholarship
support, opportunities and opportunities, visit:
programs available to us students. ≥≥ indigenousscholarships.com.au
Western recognises that we
are all individuals and learn
differently, so they offer different
modes to cater for all needs.”
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THE BADANAMI CENTRE FOR
INDIGENOUS EDUCATION
BADANAMI CENTRES STUDENT SUCCESS OFFICERS HOW TO APPLY
As an Aboriginal and Torres Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student You should contact the Badanami Centre for
Success Officers are located at the Badanami Indigenous Education to complete a Tutoring
Strait Islander student you Centre on each campus to provide support for Success Application Form and to discuss
can look forward to learning and advice to our Aboriginal and Torres Strait your educational requirements.
in a friendly and supportive Islander students.
environment at Western CONTACT DETAILS
Student Success Officers are available to:
Sydney University, one For more information, please contact
≥≥ support new students through the
which promotes independent The Badanami Centre for Indigenous
transitional stage of adjusting to university
thinking and diversity. life and academic culture
Education on:
≥≥ 1800 032 923 or
The Badanami Centre for Indigenous ≥≥ assist students to develop an appropriate
Education was established to provide course of action for any issues they may ≥≥ westernsydney.edu.au/badanami
support and encouragement for our face during their time at university
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ≥≥ assist students with their Tutoring For
students. There is a centre located on each Success (TFS) applications.
campus to provide a range of services and
support to guide our students through
their studies, helping to make their time STUDY SUPPORT
at university enriching and enjoyable. FOR STUDENTS
Badanami can provide information about THE TUTORING FOR SUCCESS
the range of services available across PROGRAM (TFS)
the University from study skills courses The Tutoring for Success Program (TFS)
to careers advice, counselling and even enables Aboriginal and Torres Strait
study abroad opportunities. Facilities Islander students to receive individual
available in each centre include study or group tuition with qualified tutors.
areas, computers, printing, fax and phone,
kitchen and lounge. Students can drop in You may be eligible for up to two hours
to Badanami at any time to study or relax. tuition per week for each unit of study, Anjilenah Bennett
plus an additional five hours each
BADANAMI SERVICES semester for exam preparation. BACHELOR OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
≥≥ Provide study support and guidance Tuition sessions can be either individual, “The most enjoyable part for
≥≥ Provide support through the enrolment or for a group of students studying the
and orientation process
me is the Badanami Centre
same program. The Tutoring for Success
Coordinator is available to arrange tutors
in Campbelltown; it is a home
≥≥ Co-ordinate leaves of absence, withdrawal,
across a broad range of program areas. away from home. It is a small
scholarships and cadetships
Tutorial assistance is tailored to meet community and coming from the
≥≥ Provide pastoral and cultural outback with no family is hard,
the particular needs of the individual
support for Aboriginal and Torres
student or group of students and there is especially when things happen
Strait Islander students
no cost to the student for this service. that you cannot control. The staff
≥≥ Act as an advocate on behalf of students and the students are friendly
≥≥ Administer the Aboriginal and Torres and try to make student life as
Strait Islander Tutoring for Success enjoyable as possible and will try
Program (TFS). to help you in any way they can.”
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ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020 18 Western Sydney University
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020
SUPPORT FOR SUCCESS
BEFORE UNIVERSITY COUNSELLING SERVICE ACADEMIC AND
The Counselling Service offers confidential
westernsydney.edu.au/starting has counselling appointments including face-to-
LEARNING SUPPORT
everything you need to know about how to face, phone and online counselling. For more PASS
succeed at university. information and resources, visit Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) is a
westernsydney.edu.au/counselling student-centred learning program offered
face to face or online. In PASS you will meet
STARTING AT UNIVERSITY and work collaboratively with other students
CHAPLAINCY
ORIENTATION SESSIONS Chaplaincy offers a caring presence to all staff from your unit to understand the unit content
Orientation Sessions are an opportunity for and students at the University, encouraging and develop study strategies to help improve
you to find out more about your course, and spirituality, offering hospitality and creating your academic performance.
meet fellow students and academic staff. community. westernsydney.edu.au/pass
westernsydney.edu.au/orientation westernsydney.edu.au/chaplaincy
STUDY SMART ADVISERS
MATES Study Smart Advisers are available at all
MATES provides first year students with STUDENTS WITH A campus libraries and online to help you with
an opportunity to connect with other new DISABILITY your academic writing and study skills.
students and mentors who are in later years westernsydney.edu.au/studysmart
DISABILITY SERVICE
of study. This helps you meet friends, network
The Disability Service supports and assists
with others and gain knowledge and skills to
settle into life at the University.
future and current students with disabilities OTHER SUPPORTS
and chronic health conditions to participate
westernsydney.edu.au/mates CHILD CARE CENTRES
fully in university life and reach their full
academic potential. This particularly involves westernsydney.edu.au/childcare
the development of Academic Integration
SOMEONE TO TALK TO Plans (AlP) which outline reasonable GYMS ON CAMPUS
STUDENT CENTRAL education adjustments. gym.westernsydney.edu.au
Have a question? Student Central is your first westernsydney.edu.au/disability
point of contact for information, advice, forms
FURTHER INFORMATION ON FACILITIES
and referrals to other services.
AND SERVICES FOR STUDENTS
westernsydney.edu.au/studentcentral WORKSHOPS AND westernsydney.edu.au/servicesandfacilities
RESOURCES P: 1300 897 669
STUDENT WELFARE SERVICE From time management, to getting ready E: study@westernsydney.edu.au
The Student Welfare Service offers a for study, the University offers a range of
confidential service. We can help you with: workshops for students. Check them out at
≥≥ support and advocacy – helping you westernsydney.edu.au/workshops We also
navigate University systems and providing offer online modules to help you develop
support in difficult times (academic or skills that will help you in study and in life!
personal) westernsydney.edu.au/skillsforsuccess
≥≥ financial assistance – the service offers
a range of financial assistance to assist
you with education-related costs and
basic living expenses, including interest
free loans, grants, textbook vouchers
and emergency food assistance.
westernsydney.edu.au/welfare
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≥≥ At Western Sydney University, we’ll show
you how to harness every asset you have ARCHITECTURE ARTS BUSINESS
to open up fantastic career opportunities.
We’ll give you the tools to make your future
and go wherever you want to go.
COMPUTING CONSTRUCTION
≥≥ With one of the most comprehensive
ranges of courses in Australia, our
curriculum and approach to flexible learning
MANAGEMENT CREATIVE
with real work experience is designed to be
a springboard for the career success and INDUSTRIES CRIMINOLOGY
life you’ve always dreamed of.
≥≥ Over two thirds of our students combine
study with work. Get real work experience
AND POLICING DATA SCIENCE
with your degree at Western Sydney
University. ENGINEERING INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
For more information, visit
westernsydney.edu.au/careers HEALTH AND SPORT SCIENCE
LAW MEDICINE NURSING AND
To find out more about courses,
contact the Course Information Centre
on 1300 897 669 or
study@westernsydney.edu.au
MIDWIFERY PSYCHOLOGY SCIENCES
SOCIAL SCIENCES TEACHING AND
EDUCATION TOURISM AND URBAN
DEGREES FOR ABORIGINAL AND
TORRES STRAIT ISLAND PEOPLES
ONLINE DEGREES COMBINED
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ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020 FLEXIBLE PROGRAMS OF STUDY FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDERS At Western Sydney University we offer two undergraduate degrees delivered by block mode model. The block mode model is designed to help our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students remain in their community so they can fulfil their family, career, cultural and social responsibilities. Studying a block mode degree program requires students to attend up to six residential on-campus visits each year, lasting approximately one to three weeks. Travel, accommodation and meal costs to attend workshops are funded for ABSTUDY approved students. BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (PRIMARY) ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION Western recognises the need for more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers in the classroom and is committed to assisting with addressing this issue. The development of the program was a strategic initiative of the University and has contributed to providing more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Teachers in the education system. The Bachelor of Education (Primary) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education is a four-year undergraduate degree offered at Bankstown campus. This degree gives you the skills and understanding to teach effectively across the full curriculum range in kindergarten to year 6. It comprises a full suite of foundation, primary curriculum and school-based subjects, including a range of professional experiences. The degree develops your cultural perspectives as they relate to schools and communities. Professional experience is undertaken in schools in students’ home communities and in Sydney. BACHELOR OF COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT The Bachelor of Community and Social Development is designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who wish to contribute to building sustainable capacity in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The degree provides three different strands of skills and knowledge: skills in working directly with families in providing welfare advocacy; skills and knowledge in community development; and skills and knowledge in community leadership and sustainability. Graduates from the degree will be skilled to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities in a range of settings and capacities and to contribute to the leadership and sustainability of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The Bachelor of Community and Social Development is a three-year undergraduate degree offered at the Parramatta South campus. 22 Western Sydney University
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020
ARCHITECTURE ARTS BUSINESS
Capitalise on the change and growth taking An Arts degree has the potential to open With today’s fast pace of change, you need
place in the Greater Western Sydney region by career doors to the world. Your degree a business degree that’s going to keep up.
undertaking our new and innovative Bachelor will be supported by academics who are It’s why our revamped Bachelor of Business
of Architectural Design, Australia’s newest internationally recognised. You will find degrees are tailor-made to the challenges and
architecture degree program. This degree yourself immersed in Cultural and Social demands of changes in industry, technology
directly relates architectural design problems Analysis, Creative Writing, Digital Cultures, and careers. With a course structure unique
to urban transformation of contemporary International Relations and Asian Studies, to Western, you build your degree as you go
cities, preparing architects for global Languages, or Psychological Studies to name to best suit your area of specialisation. We’ve
employment by giving them the technological just a few major areas of study. Combine opened the degree to majors right across
and intellectual skills to create sustainable, your studies to broaden your horizons with the University. This means, unlike traditional
resilient, and well-designed environments. The Business, Information Technology, Law, degrees, you can now choose majors outside
Bachelor of Architectural Design focuses on a Science or Teaching. the business stream to give you a more
studio-based education that fosters creative diverse set of skills and knowledge. What’s
thinking, hands-on making, collaboration Career opportunities more, with Western you begin your major in
and interdisciplinary integration. You will Study in the humanities is designed to develop the first year of study. No more waiting to
be provided with a combination of the skills communication and personal skills, creativity dive into the areas that interests you most.
and knowledge required by contemporary and capacity for independent thought, And depending on the majors and electives
architects. This includes studies in spatial adaptability to new situations, and problem- you choose, the Bachelor of Business can
design, graphic communication, history solving skills. also see you graduate with industry-specific
and theory of architecture, digital design accreditation from Australia’s leading
and fabrication, construction technology, As a graduate, you may find employment as institutions. Taught out of our innovative
and professional studies to meet all the an arts administrator, teacher (with further Parramatta City campus, the mix of theory
accreditation pathway requirements of the study), writer, author, journalist, politician, and participation in real-world industry
Architects Accreditation Council of Australia. diplomat, community planner, librarian, projects doesn’t just get you work ready, it
historian, publisher or researcher. has you ready to thrive. You’ll soon find that
Career opportunities this unique degree isn’t the old way of doing
As a graduate of architectural design, you Career opportunities also exist in non-
business.
can look forward to career opportunities in: government organisations and community-
architecture, urban design, urban planning based industries, overseas organisations and Career opportunities
and interior architecture. in social policy development. These courses provide the foundations
for the development of Australia’s future
The wide range of double degrees on
business leaders. As a graduate, you may
offer provides scope for further career
seek a management traineeship, become
opportunities.
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.
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COMPUTING CONSTRUCTION CREATIVE
Become an in-demand computing MANAGEMENT INDUSTRIES
professional. Our real-world experience will
give you the edge. If you want to develop With our degrees in Construction Technology The Bachelor of Creative Industries offers a
advanced programming skills or a thorough and Construction Management, you will unique opportunity for you to acquire the
technical understanding of modern networked be able to pursue your aspirations in the creative and business skills that are necessary
computer systems, or sound skills in the rapidly expanding fields of building design to prosper in the contemporary innovation
discipline of information systems security, and construction management and the landscape. Study in our state-of-the art
then our Computing degrees are tailor made development of smart cities. These programs studios and facilities at the Parramatta South
for you. With our professionally-recognised encourage work experience while studying in campus. Recognised and accredited by the
degrees in Computing, Information and order to achieve a mix of theoretical, practical key governing bodies, our Creative Industries
Communications Technology and Information and hands-on knowledge, which is greatly courses offer opportunities to engage our
Systems you will be able to pursue exciting valued in the construction industry. In addition local community and work on live projects at
opportunities in diverse areas of technology to receiving high-calibre academic guidance, industry standards.
development and application to address the your study will include practical experiments.
global goals and challenges set by humanity. Our Construction Technology degree Career opportunities
And if you are a budding entrepreneur emphasises applied and practical knowledge The creative industries are growing rapidly
in the field of computing, our Bachelor of the building sciences that are relevant to in NSW, especially Western Sydney, and
of Entrepreneurship (Games Design and general construction. encompass careers including advertising,
Simulation) will help you develop the mindset, creative writing, design, journalism, media
risk tolerance, creativity, passion, big thinking, Career opportunities arts production, music and public relations.
team formation and leadership capabilities, As a graduate, you may find employment as a Through working with our diverse community
needed by high-impact entrepreneurs who property developer, housing project manager, of partners, your studies will be grounded in
want to be game-changers and pursue their site supervisor, estimator, building surveyor, dealing with the commercial, ethical, legal and
ideas all the way to a technology start-up. design and construction manager, or projects professional issues in creative practice.
manager.
Career opportunities As a graduate, you may find roles in a range
As a graduate, you may find employment in of creative industries including journalism,
computer security, systems programming, digital and social media communication,
network development, support and design, and music. These include advocacy
management, real-time programming, for non-government organisations, corporate
systems engineering, games and mobile and international public sectors, advertising
applications development, information account management and creative direction,
systems management, health information TV, media, film and documentary production.
management, database and systems You might also seek a career as a professional
administration, or as a web developer. animator, graphic designer, web designer,
professional photographer, illustrator, art
director, musician, composer, teacher (with
further study), artistic director or production
manager.
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CRIMINOLOGY DATA SCIENCE ENGINEERING
AND POLICING In the world of tomorrow, data skills will be Be innovative. Think creatively in our state-
essential – no matter what other qualifications of-the-art, green facilities. Our Engineering
Our Criminology program is the most popular you may have. Western’s Bachelor of Data degrees will give you real-world experiences.
in New South Wales and one of the largest Science is one of a kind. It is unique because Our Engineering programs are at the
in Australia. When you choose to study it can only be studied in conjunction with forefront of Australian education, research
criminology or criminal and community another degree. This is a real advantage in and development, and we are preparing our
justice, you will develop the skills essential a competitive environment; graduates who students to take on those challenges and
for corrective service roles. Our Bachelor of understand the intricacies of extracting succeed.
Policing is the only metropolitan Sydney- information and knowledge from data
based policing degree. This degree places a are highly sought after, whatever their Our programs offer a balance of theory
strong emphasis on modern policing methods. discipline. Blend Data Science with courses and practical field studies, broad unit
Regular consultation with NSW Police like Marketing, Engineering, Information and choices, flexible course structures, extensive
recruiters means you’ll increase your chances Communications Technology, Science, or industry-based projects and placements,
of joining the NSW or Australian Federal Psychology to graduate with a combined and local and international work-based
Police agencies. degree. study and experience opportunities. With
our interconnected degrees in Engineering,
The Criminology or Criminal and Community Career opportunities ICT and Industrial Design you will be able to
Justice degrees allow you to develop skills Integrating computing, mathematics and pursue exciting opportunities in diverse areas
essential for corrective service and policy statistics, our Data Science programs open a of technology development and application to
roles within the broad field of criminal and wide range of career options in commercial address any challenge the future holds.
social justice. and government institutions.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities As a graduate, you may find employment
As a graduate, you may find a career in in civil, construction, electrical, robotic and
policing, other Commonwealth or state law mechatronic engineering, manufacturing and
enforcement and criminal justice agencies, utilities, commercial, medical and industrial
intelligence agencies, border protection, product design, project management and
security management, fraud management consultancy, or industrial, commercial or
and investigation roles within the corporate residential development.
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.
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HEALTH AND INDUSTRIAL LAW
SPORT SCIENCES DESIGN Western’s courses are a unique alternative to
more traditional law schools, with community
Get plenty of practical, hands-on experience. Industrial design is a vital part of modern- law activities that give you real-world
Our Health Sciences programs equip you day living. Every day we encounter products experience. Here’s just one example of how
for the important work of advancing human designed and manufactured with the intention our law students gain experience through
health. The clinical health science programs of making our lives easier. It is industrial interaction. Since 2010, the University has
cover Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, designers, incorporating a lateral and cross- operated the Parramatta Community Justice
Paramedicine, Podiatry and Traditional disciplinary approach to problem solving, Clinic, providing a much-needed service,
Chinese Medicine. Further programs who create the most useful products. The while giving students a unique learning
target Health Promotion, Health Services primary focus of our Industrial Design, and opportunity. Experiences like this empower
Management, Speech Pathology, Therapeutic Design and Technology, degrees is ensuring you to make positive change in the world,
Recreation, Public Health, Sport and Exercise that our graduates are industry ready, able wherever your degree takes you. Our lecturers
Science, Sport Development, and Health and to think strategically and provide innovative will challenge, stretch and inspire you, and
Physical Education (HPE). As a graduate, you product and user experience (UX) solutions our connection with prominent, respected
will have a solid grounding in evidence-based in a commercial context. Practical work professional networks will set you up for
practice and lifelong learning skills which are experience opportunities, encouraging career success. Law programs are offered at
highly regarded by the health industry. professional development, are an integral part the Campbelltown and Parramatta campuses.
of our design programs. Both offer excellent facilities, including
All programs include valuable work moot courts for practising advocacy skills, a
experience where you can build professional Career opportunities comprehensive library and computer-based
networks. The innovative National Institute of As a graduate, you may find employment as law research facilities. In 2020, you will have
Complementary Medicine (NICM) is located an in-house or consultant industrial designer, even more options to combine your studies
at the Campbelltown campus, as is the in a product development team for areas with another degree.
UniClinic, a therapeutic health practice where such as: medical products, furniture, digital
treatments are provided by students under wearables, architectural products, building Career opportunities
the supervision of qualified clinicians. design, sports equipment, smart gadgets or In our Law programs, special emphasis
new products for an internet of things (IoT) is placed on professional legal skills. As a
Career opportunities start-up business. graduate, you may find employment in legal
Depending on which course you undertake, practice as a solicitor or barrister, and roles in
you may find a career in the public or private As a graduate of our Design and Technology the banking and finance sector, accounting
sector, for example, in hospitals, ambulance program you may work as a product designer firms and management consultancies,
services, the defence force, rehabilitation or follow a pathway to our Masters of Teaching corporate management, education and
centres, insurance companies, schools, to become a technological and applied studies publishing, government departments and
large corporations, private practices and in teacher in NSW high schools. regulatory authorities, marketing, human
government policy units. You may also work resources, and telecommunication industries.
with athletes and sporting organisations, or Here you apply your STEM and Industrial
work in a business as a personal trainer. Design skills such as design thinking, graphics,
manufacturing or even 3D printing and
making in a classroom environment.
26 Western Sydney UniversityABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020
MEDICINE NURSING AND PSYCHOLOGY
Advances in medicine rely on advances in MIDWIFERY Psychology at Western will open your mind
knowledge. It’s why 12 years ago Western to a world of possibilities. Because Western
Sydney University created a new kind of Western Sydney University is home to some ranks among the world’s top universities
medical school. Since then we’ve seen over of Australia’s best nursing and midwifery for psychology, you’ll learn from respected
600 graduates enter the medical profession facilities. Our undergraduate courses are experts in the field. Study in Bankstown,
and make a difference. Our undergraduate designed with the vision of preparing Penrith or at our new state-of-the-art facilities
entry Doctor of Medicine (MD) offers an graduates for work into the future, making a in Parramatta. Our Psychology courses
innovative degree that combines problem- difference to the lives of people, especially emphasise community needs, equipping you
based learning and intensive clinical practice those in the Western Sydney region. All to make a positive difference to health, work,
with leading theory and research. As you courses are underpinned by a primary health education, relationships and family life. Career
progress through the degree you’ll find care philosophy supported by a flexible options can include clinical and professional
yourself moving from classroom to clinical learning approach throughout the course. The psychology, forensic psychology, policy
placements ensuring the utmost competence curriculum includes high-quality, evidence- development, human resources, community
and confidence in your future career. Our based studies, emphasising a balance of services, youth work and more. Wherever
innovation doesn’t stop with how you’ll learn. theory, clinical practice and interdisciplinary your future takes you, you’ll gain deep
It carries through to where you’ll learn too. learning to prepare you for work in the nursing understanding about how we perceive and
Taught out of our Campbelltown campus, and midwifery sectors. We are internationally make a difference in the lives of others.
our world-class facilities boast stimulated known for producing nursing and midwifery
learning spaces for clinical skills learning, an graduates who enjoy very high employment Career opportunities
anatomy laboratory, state-of-the-art research rates, particularly in the Western Sydney As a graduate, you may find psychology
facilities, and our neuroscience behavioural region. Our Liverpool City campus is also or research positions in government
investigation laboratory. Our new Macarthur home to state-of-the-art nursing simulation departments and the private sector, in clinical,
Clinical School, located at Campbelltown facilities and technology-enabled learning industrial and organisational psychology,
Hospital, brings together expert medical spaces. counselling psychology, vocational
teachers and newly renovated clinical training psychology, forensic psychology, health
facilities. It’s why our School of Medicine is one Career opportunities psychology, and sports psychology. You also
of the most advanced medical training centres As a nursing graduate, you may work in have the opportunity to study electives from
in Australia. acute care hospitals, aged care services, other disciplines, including applied leadership
child and adolescent health, community and critical thinking, data science, law, and
Career opportunities health, medical practice nursing, disability social sciences. These will provide you with
As a graduate you won’t just be highly skilled, services, emergency or trauma units, justice more career opportunities in today’s ever-
you’ll be highly prepared for your internship health, mental health services, forensics, changing world.
and have a range of career paths to choose drug and alcohol, occupational health,
from, including medical practice, medical oncology, operating theatres, palliative care,
research, administration or medical teaching. rehabilitation services, nursing education, and
health administration. Registered midwives
Graduates are eligible for registration by the may work in a range of maternity areas
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation within community settings and private and
Agency (AHPRA), and may be able to apply public hospitals in metropolitan, rural and
for registration in overseas countries. remote areas. These include midwifery group
practice, team midwifery, caseload midwifery,
homebirth, birth centres, antenatal clinics,
postnatal wards, birthing units, postnatal
clinics and community midwifery services.
Midwives also work in policy, research,
education and management.
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SCIENCES SOCIAL TEACHING AND
Our $30 million state-of-the-art teaching and SCIENCES EDUCATION
research facilities and laboratories provide
you with valuable real-world experiences. Shape the world we live in with our Bachelor Our pathway to teaching degrees give you
The Science facilities span three campuses of Social Science. Expand your knowledge the skills to explore your prospects beyond
(Campbelltown, Hawkesbury and Parramatta) of the social world through theory, research the classroom. In a fast-changing world,
and include Anatomical, Biological and and practical application. Get a deep tomorrow belongs to people who are ready
Chemical facilities, Nuclear Magnetic understanding of the complex, culturally for anything. We’ll train you to be a critical
Resonance, the Mass Spectroscopy Lab and diverse and dynamic world we live in. Built in thinker, not a narrow specialist. The practical
Confocal Bio-Imaging facility. For those flexibility and choice in a range of offerings in experience you will gain in our teaching
students whose work involves animals, there the social sciences. Choose your own majors programs will also give you the confidence
is the Australian Freshwater Turtle Research and sub-majors from Child and Community, to succeed from your first day of teaching.
facility, Mammal and Reptile House, and the Geography and Urban Studies, Heritage and Teacher education at Western Sydney is for
Hawkesbury farm. Hawkesbury campus is Tourism, Peace and Development Studies, those who want to make a difference in the
also home to a dedicated Crime Scene House Sociology, and Criminology and Criminal lives of children and young people.
used by students of the Bachelor of Science Justice. Create a degree as specialised
(Forensic Science) and the Hawkesbury or as broad as your desired career path. Career opportunities
Institute for the Environment. A food pilot Study Social Science at Western – Top 2% As a graduate, you can work as a teacher in
plant and modern industrial kitchens support of Universities in the world and Top 150 for an early childhood centre, a government or
students in Food and Nutrition courses. Sociology (QS World University Rankings). non-government school, or college, relevant
Our Social Science programs also include to the postgraduate qualification and the
Career opportunities Cyber Security and Behaviour, Social Work, majors studied in your undergraduate degree.
Depending on the majors and electives Criminology, Community Welfare, Policing, This includes roles as an early childhood
chosen, your career opportunities include Psychology, and Tourism and Urban Planning. teacher, a primary school teacher, a secondary
roles in government, research, forensics, school teacher, an education field officer in a
patents, food science, quality control, Career opportunities variety of industries including sport, welfare,
universities, product development, As a graduate, you may find a career in community education, and also in training and
environmental analysis, scientific development and peacekeeping agencies, development facilities in industry.
instrumentation, medical laboratories, and international aid, police work, investigative
technical management. You will also have and intelligence agencies, organisations
the option of becoming a secondary school undertaking cyber security, policy
science or mathematics teacher, or you might development, analysis and social research,
pursue a high-level research career through social and community planning organisations,
a Master of Research. heritage and tourism organisations and
centres, and welfare and community
development agencies.
28 Western Sydney UniversityABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER EDUCATION 2020
TOURISM ONLINE COMBINED
AND URBAN DEGREES DEGREES
PLANNING Western Sydney University will offer a Your study options at Western Sydney
growing selection of online degrees in University are increasing. Now you can
Western’s Tourism and Urban Planning 2020. These degrees provide you with the tailor your studies to your specific goals
programs are among Australia’s finest. These opportunity to study online from anywhere, by combining more degrees. For example,
courses offer a balance of theory and practical at any time, while still accessing all the you can combine Arts and Business,
field studies, broad subject choices, flexible support you need to succeed in your Communication and Creative Industries,
course structures, industry-based projects studies. Study materials, academic matters, Engineering and Business, Music and Creative
and placements, and local and international assessments and graduation will all be Industries, or Zoology and Animal Science
work experience opportunities. handled by the University. Offered in either to name a few. In 2020, the University will
full or part-time mode, the courses we offer also offer a number of concurrent degrees,
Career opportunities will open up career opportunities in the areas including a Bachelor of Data Science and a
If you are interested in a career in urban, social of Business, Communication, Criminology and Bachelor of Entrepreneurship. For example,
or cultural planning, the Bachelor of Planning Science, and Public Health. you may wish to combine your Bachelor of
pathway to the Master of Urban Management Engineering or Bachelor of Industrial Design
and Planning is for you. This course equips For more detailed information about degree with a Bachelor of Entrepreneurship.
students to take leadership roles in urban the course structure and units, visit The choice is yours.
management, strategic planning and policy westernsydney.edu.au/online
development. The Bachelor of Data Science combines
your choice of Bachelor degree with a focus
As a graduate of Tourism Management, on mathematics, statistics and computing.
you may seek to build a career in festival Graduates will know how to embark on data-
and event management and programming, driven investigations, and conduct visual and
leisure and tourism policy development, tour computational analytics for application in their
operations, destination marketing, visitor own primary research.
attractions management, outdoor recreation,
hospitality provision, cultural, tourism and Note, the Bachelor of Data Science is not a
leisure industry development, state and stand-alone degree. It can only be taken in
federal government departments concerned combination with an existing Bachelor degree.
with urban and regional affairs, or planning The Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (Games
consultancies. Design and Simulation) is a stand-alone
degree. However, there is a concurrent
option for the Bachelor of Entrepreneurship.
Find out more
For more detailed information about
the course structure and units, visit
westernsydney.edu.au/future
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POSTGRAD
Unlimited learning
possibilities beyond your
undergraduate degree.
We live in a fast-paced and ever-changing world. That’s
why Western Sydney University consults with business
and industry to develop postgraduate programs that
respond to the challenges of a global workplace – with a
focus on practical skills, critical thinking and professional
accreditation so you graduate with marketable
qualifications. We also offer you flexible study options,
with variable entry and exit points, to suit your work and life
commitments.
Why not attend one of our postgraduate information
sessions to learn about our career-enhancing programs?
For more information on Postgraduate studies and courses,
visit westernsydney.edu.au/postgraduate
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