2020-2021 STUDY ABROAD COURSE GUIDE GLOBAL LEARNING OFFICE - UWA
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
2020–2021 STUDY ABROAD COURSE GUIDE GLOBAL LEARNING OFFICE
Welcome to our Contents
community
Our global reputation................................................................................4
Life in Perth..................................................................................................6
UWA’s location.............................................................................................8
A unique campus......................................................................................10
UWA student life....................................................................................... 12
Connecting you to industry....................................................................14
What can I study?......................................................................................16
Selecting your classes.............................................................................17
Academic Requirements........................................................................ 18
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
Help with English language skills......................................................... 19
Accommodation at UWA........................................................................ 20
“The University of Western Australia Money matters.......................................................................................... 22
believes in preparing our graduates How to apply..............................................................................................24
to be the change-makers in society.
Campus map............................................................................................. 25
Our high-quality courses and unique
course structure will equip you with the Important dates 2020............................................................................. 26
multidisciplinary skills needed to succeed Useful links................................................................................................ 27
and transform the world in which we
live, improving the lives of others and the
communities we serve.
I welcome you to our community and
invite you on an exciting journey to turn
your ambitions into reality.”
The University of Western Australia
| study.uwa.edu.au
– Professor Dawn Freshwater, Vice-Chancellor
The University of Western Australia
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The University of Western Australia
|
acknowledges that it is situated on
study.uwa.edu.au
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 3
Our global reputation
Study at an
Ranked in the
world’s Top
Ranked in
the world’s TOP 50
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
100
• Agriculture and Forestry • Ecology
internationally Well-established
•
•
Anatomy and Physiology
Civil and Structural Engineering
• Public Health
• Environmental Science
UWA is a member of • Earth and Marine Science and Engineering
recognised industry partnerships Globally recognised
course structure the Group of Eight – •
•
Mineral and Mining Engineering
Psychology
• Marine/Ocean Engineering
• Mining and Mineral Engineering
1
67% of all majors at UWA
a coalition of the best
university st in Western
Australia
incorporate a work-integrated
learning component
aligned with leading
European, Asian and research-intensive
• Sports-related subjects
(QS 2019)
• Agricultural Sciences
• Oceangraphy
• Biological Science (ARWU 2018)
(ARWU 2018)
(Universities Australia, 2018) North American universities universities in Australia
• Clinical Medicine
The University of Western Australia
study.uwa.edu.au
|
The University of Western Australia
|
study.uwa.edu.au
4 5
Life in Perth
Beijing
Perth is Australia’s fourth-largest city and
capital of the thriving state of Western Australia.
Consistently voted one of the most liveable cities
Shanghai
in the world by the Economist Intelligence Unit,
the city offers an inspiring study environment
with sunny weather, a relaxed outdoor lifestyle
and beautiful natural scenery. Manila
Perth holds international appeal for its
safety, strong cultural diversity and urban
Kuala Lumpur
sophistication. The city’s cultural scene offers Singapore
an array of activities, with plenty of festivals,
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
eateries, modern bars and weekend markets Jakarta
adding flavour to the city and its suburbs.
Darwin
study.uwa.edu.au/perth
Brisbane
Perth Sydney
Canberra
Adelaide
GMT +8 Melbourne
Same time zone as
60 per cent of the
world’s population. Hobart
The University of Western Australia
study.uwa.edu.au
Language
Cultural English
Perth’s population
Direct
diversity
2.6
|
Democratic One of Australia’s
Weather flights to
The University of Western Australia
More than 200 different million government
(Westminster system) Tokyo 9 hours
most affordable
Summer 18–32°C capital cities
|
nationalities live, work and Singapore 5.5 hours
study.uwa.edu.au
Autumn 13–26°C Kuala Lumpur 6 hours
study in WA, speaking more
Complete FREE WiFi GMT +8Winter 9–18°C
Guangzhou 8 hours (Worldwide Cost of Living Survey 2018,
than 170 languages religious freedom in Perth city Spring 11–23°C
Hong Kong 8 hours
London 17 hours
Economist Intelligence Unit)
6 7
UWA’s location Perth city
Kings Park
UWA campus
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
The University of Western Australia
study.uwa.edu.au
Transport
discounts
|
The University of Western Australia
International students receive
a government-sponsored 5km 4.2km 6.3km 1.2km 22km
|
40 per cent discount on all
study.uwa.edu.au
public transport. Free buses to Perth city to Elizabeth Quay to Cottesloe Beach to Kings Park and to Perth International
operate around Perth city. (11 minutes by car, (7 minutes by car, (11 minutes by car, Botanic Garden Airport (30 minutes by car)
20 minutes by bus) 19 minutes by bicycle) 23 minutes by bus) (16 minutes walking)
8 9
←← Socialise with friends at one of the many cafés.
→→ Enjoy an outdoor cinema experience at
UWA’s Somerville Auditorium.
←← Relax in heritage-listed
gardens and open
courtyards.
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
Try different cuisines
at Guild Village, located
A unique campus on campus.
UWA Claremont
Located by the Swan River and only minutes from Just a few minutes from the main
Perth campus is the University’s
Perth’s city centre, UWA is often described as one of
historic Claremont campus, which
Australia’s most picturesque campuses. is home to the UWA Centre for
English Language Teaching (UWA
CELT) and Taylors College, which
provides foundation courses for
international students.
The University of Western Australia
study.uwa.edu.au
Experience the atmosphere UWA Albany
at Guild Village, home to
shops, food outlets, a medical UWA has a high-tech education centre
centre, bank and other student in the southwest town of Western
Australia – a five-hour drive from
|
amenities.
The University of Western Australia
Perth. Here you can experience all
←← Discover the Cultural that regional WA has to offer while
Precinct, UWA’s cultural hub studying at university.
|
that supports music, theatre,
study.uwa.edu.au
dance, literature and art albany.uwa.edu.au
exhibition programs.
→→ Enjoy the scenery of Matilda Bay
and take part in kayaking, rowing or
10 sailing on the Swan River. 11
UWA Student Guild The Guild Village UWA Sport
At The University of Western Australia
Student life at UWA is dynamic, with The Guild Village is a hive of activity, and
sport plays a central role in the lives
social activities on campus organised houses shops, food outlets, a medical
of students and promotes a healthy
by the representative student centre, dentist, bank and other useful
campus culture. Whether you’re
organisation, the UWA Student Guild. student amenities such as the Guild
training for a gold medal or looking
second-hand bookshop (where you can
for a spin, dance or Pilates class,
With a reputation for being one of the buy SmartRider reduced-cost travel
UWA Sport offers programs and
most active in Australia, the Guild runs passes). A regular marketplace that’s
membership options to suit everyone.
more than 150 clubs and societies held in the Guild Village is the place to
that cover a range of interest areas, buy inexpensive, locally made clothes,
Becoming a Fitness Centre member
from anime to zoology. These groups jewellery and more.
gives you access to more than 50 group
have about 15,000 members between
fitness classes a week, state-of-the-art
them and organise hundreds of events Leisure and recreation equipment, multiple training zones,
each year, spanning balls, festivals,
The Cultural Precinct qualified instructors and free tickets
workshops, networking opportunities,
The Cultural Precinct is UWA’s to our popular training, health, fitness
competitions and more.
cultural hub, supporting the music, and wellbeing Masterclasses.
theatre, dance, literature and
The Guild also provides student
exhibition programs on campus. Up for some healthy competition? You
representation, with staff on hand to
can join our interfaculty, intercollege or
give extra support to you on academic,
• Be inspired by art at the Lawrence social competitions, or represent one
financial or welfare matters affecting
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
Wilson Art Gallery of our 27 sport clubs, catering for all
your study. The free Guild membership
• Discover sculptures around campus skill levels from amateur to elite.
entitles students to great discounts
• Be moved by a free lunchtime
UWA student life on campus and at restaurants, shops,
activities and services around Perth.
concert at the Conservatorium of If you’d like to try something new, sign
up for our Recreate Short Courses. With
Music
uwastudentguild.com
• Read a new book from UWA everything from salsa to surfing, trips
Publishing to Rottnest and self-defence classes,
The International Students’ Service
• Learn more about Indigenous there really is something for everyone.
(ISS) is part of the Student Guild and
culture through the Berndt Museum
looks after the welfare of international
Collection We also support our elite athletes
students studying at the University.
• Book performances at the Octagon in their academic and sporting
ISS also puts on social and educational
and Dolphin theatres pursuits through the Student Athlete
activities such as a trip to Rottnest and
Development Program.
Spring Feast.
The Cultural Precinct also supports sport.uwa.edu.au
facebook.com/
broader arts and cultural events
UWAInternationalStudentsService
that take place throughout the
year, including collaborations with
the Perth Festival.
culturalprecinct.uwa.edu.au
The University of Western Australia
study.uwa.edu.au
Get involved in UWA’s
vibrant student life
|
The University of Western Australia
Learn a new Join one of
+
150
|
Live in one of Experience
5
sport
study.uwa.edu.au
or join colleges art and culture
Check out what our current students get up to: ateam with
clubs and
close to UWA is the founder
UWA Sport campus of the Perth Festival
uwastudents uwa_students uwastudents uwastudents uwastudents societies
12 13
Connecting you to industry
At UWA you’ll not only study towards a Guild Volunteering
degree, you’ll also have the opportunity Guild Volunteering gets you off campus and into the real
to gain valuable experience for your world to start making a difference. Broaden your mind,
future career. meet new people and develop skills in an area you’re
interested in. You may also find that some volunteering is
We have strong partnerships with a range of organisations to eligible for your supplementary academic transcript.
provide you with practical, real-world experiences, in addition volunteering.guild.uwa.edu.au
to valuable professional networking opportunities. This
hands-on learning approach is highly valued by employers
and ensures you’re career-ready. These partnerships enable
you to take part in a number of activities, including:
“As part of my degree I got the
Internships for credit opportunity to do an internship with
Placements or internships may be arranged as part of
UWA’s Wave Energy Centre. That
your study abroad experience. They’re usually one day a experience was great since I was
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
week in a supervised workplace run between 80 to 100
exposed to real-world problems outside
hours in total and can be anything from getting a feel
for a legitimate working environment to participating of the classroom! I also got several
in live projects. These practicums are available through opportunities to attend conferences and
Arts, Commerce and Science degrees. For more
information please contact the Global Learning Office at
meet professionals in the field, which will
studyabroad@uwa.edu.au. be invaluable for my future.”
A community of entrepreneurs Varsha Gunness
Bloom provides young entrepreneurs mentorship, skill- Master of Professional Engineering
focused events and an open working space where they can (Environmental Engineering)
flourish. UWA is proud to be a Gold Member of Bloom.
bloom.org.au
Service learning units
These units are another way to gain experience and they
involve unpaid work with not-for-profit, community or
The University of Western Australia
government services. Some can earn you academic credit
study.uwa.edu.au
as well as the chance to put your degree skills to use.
The McCusker Centre for Citizenship provides this
kind of learning. Established in 2015, it offers all UWA
students structured, quality internships with not-for-
profit, community and government organisations locally,
|
The University of Western Australia
regionally and globally. Students will be matched based
on their application and the internship opportunities
available, and you can gain academic credit.
|
mccuskercentre.uwa.edu.au
study.uwa.edu.au
14 15
What can I study? Selecting your classes
How many units can I are not always available to Study Prerequisites
Undergraduate and Law School School of Engineering take? Abroad students.
You will need to meet the relevant
postgraduate study • • Some units coded 3xxx and 4xxx are
academic prerequisites both in level
Business Law • Engineering Science
Study Abroad students must enrol in
• Law and Society common to both postgraduate and
and content.
UWA’s undergraduate curriculum School of Physics, a full academic load of 24 points per undergraduate programs.
provides you with an extensive range of School of Social Sciences Mathematics and Computing semester. Most units are worth six • Units with numbers beginning
points, so this generally works out to with 5 and above are postgraduate
Teaching period
majors and increased flexibility to build
• Anthropology and Sociology • Computer Science
four units per semester. You should normally select units which
your own study plan according to your • Archaeology • Data Science
level and may require a minimum
interests and the credit requirements • Asian Studies • Mathematics of three years’ tertiary study in a are offered in Semester 1 or Semester
of your home university. You can • Chinese Studies • Physics Typically, most units are offered for a relevant field prior to enrolling. 2. If you wish to choose units offered in
• Communication and Media Studies semester, but some must be taken for • The Bachelor of Law program other study periods, contact the Global
choose courses at different levels • Indonesian Studies
and across more than one discipline, • Japanese Studies School of Biomedical a full year. has been replaced by the Juris Learning Office.
provided you meet the academic • Korean Studies Sciences Doctor. As such, there are several
• Linguistics
How do I select my units?
prerequisites. Please note that some • Political Science and International • Microbiology and Immunology
restrictions to which Law units Academic year
postgraduate units may be restricted. Relations • Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Study Abroad students can enrol in.
You can use the online UWA Handbook The UWA academic year runs from
• Pharmacology
to browse through units offered at
For more information, contact the
late February to late November. If
Choose units from the following majors School of Agriculture and UWA. All units consist of four letters
Global Learning Office.
you are studying for two semesters
and specialisations: Science School of Population and • Medicine, Dentistry and
detailing the discipline of the unit
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
and commencing in Semester 2, you
• Agricultural Science
Global Health (such as ECON for Economics, PSYC for
postgraduate Psychology units
will not be able to make your unit
Business School • Environmental Science • Population Health Psychology) and four numbers.
are not available to Study Abroad
selection for your second semester until
• Accounting
• Geographical Science students.
• around late October when new units
• Business Law
•
Human Geography and Planning
Natural Resource Management
School of Indigenous Studies • Units with numbers beginning from for the following academic year will
• Economics handbooks.uwa.edu.au
• Finance
• Indigenous Knowledge, History and Heritage 1 to 3 are generally undergraduate be available.
• Human Resource Management School of Biological units. A code beginning with 1
• Management Sciences represents first-year level studies,
Location Find out more
• Marketing You should normally only select units
• Professional Economics • Botany 2 represents second-year level study.uwa.edu.au/courses-and-
• Conservation Biology studies, and so on. offered at the Perth campus. If you careers/study-abroad-and-student-
• Marine Science
• A unit with a number beginning are interested in units offered at our
School of Design • Science Communication
Albany campus (a rural city located 400
exchange/completing-exchange-at-
• Zoology Research with 4 is generally an honours-level uwa
• Architecture
unit and may require a minimum of km south of Perth), contact the Global
• Asian Studies
School of Earth Sciences
• Fine Arts
UWA is a leading research institution with three years’ study prior to enrolling. Learning Office.
• History of Art • Geology prestigious links to thought leaders around Please note honours-level units
• Landscape Architecture the world. Many of our courses encourage
School of Human Sciences students to explore research, so there may be
School of Humanities • Anatomy and Human Biology opportunities for you to undertake research
• Classics and Ancient History
• Exercise and Health during your undergraduate studies. If you
• English and Literary Studies
• Neuroscience would like to pursue undergraduate research
The University of Western Australia
• French Studies
• Physiology
during your time at UWA, you will need to
study.uwa.edu.au
• German Studies
• Sport Science
• History
• Sport Science, Exercise and Health confirm all arrangements prior to arrival.
• Italian Studies Contact the Global Learning Office for more
• Philosophy School of Molecular information.
• Spanish Studies Sciences
If you are interested in graduate research,
• Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
|
Conservatorium of Music • Chemistry you will need to contact a Graduate Research
The University of Western Australia
• Music: Electronic Music and Sound
• Genetics Coordinator in the appropriate school to
Design discuss a proposed research topic and
• School of Psychological
|
Music: General Studies confirm the availability of your preferred
• Sciences
study.uwa.edu.au
Music: Specialist Studies
supervisor before contacting the Global
• Music Studies
Learning Office. Visit postgraduate.uwa.
• Psychological Science
• Psychology edu.au/contact/ coordinators for a list of
Graduate Research Coordinators.
16 17
Academic requirements Help with English language skills
High School Students Undergraduate Students Postgraduate Students UWA Centre for English Language Teaching
The University offers a choice
(UWA CELT)
At the time of the application, you To study at UWA as a study abroad Admission to postgraduate courses of English language programs
UWA CELT offers accredited English Language Intensive Courses
should have completed a high school student, you should normally: normally requires the completion of
for Overseas Students (ELICOS) programs in General English and
through the UWA Centre for
qualification in accordance with the an undergraduate degree.
English for Academic Purposes, as well as preparation for IELTS as English Language Teaching
admission requirements for entry • Have completed one semester
an internationally recognised examination. (UWA CELT) to prepare
into the relevant bachelor’s degree of tertiary study at a recognised
program at UWA ( for example, institution international students for
Bachelor of Arts). • Be in good academic standing at tertiary academic study.
your home university
Academic English and Study Skills Bridging
www.celt.uwa.edu.au I +61 8 6488 3539
study.uwa.edu.au/how-to-apply/ Course (Bridging Course)
entry-requirements/international- The Bridging Course has been designed for international students
and-overseas-qualifications who wish to study at UWA but who do not have the University’s
required level of English proficiency. The course is also suitable
for students with unconditional entry into UWA who would like to
In addition to meeting the Academic requirements, students must meet one of the English Language requirements as set below:
further develop their language ability, study and research skills
and confidence before commencing tertiary study.
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
English language requirements A 70 per cent pass in the Bridging Course meets the University’s
English language requirement for most undergraduate and
postgraduate courses, although some postgraduate courses have
a higher English language requirement.
Qualification equivalents UWA requirements
GCE A level Minimum grade in E in English Language, English Literature or Bridging Course minimum entry requirements
English Language and Literature
Requirements 20-week program
German Abitur Minimum grade 3, in conjunction with a minimum grade B in DAAD (German
Academic Exchange Service) Certificate of Language Proficiency test IELTS 5.5 with no band score below 5.0
IELTS (Academic) Overall minimum score of 6.5, no band lower than 6.0 Internet-based TOEFL 58 with a minimum score of 18 in the writing section, 16 in the speaking section and 12 in the listening and
reading sections
International Baccalaureate English A1 at HL or SL, minimum score 4 Cambridge First Certificate in English Minimum score of 60 and borderline for each skill
Diploma (IB) Pearson Test of English (Academic) Overall score of 49 with no individual score below 42
English A2 at HL or SL, minimum score 4
UWA CELT General English Upper-intermediate with a minimum of 70 per cent (no individual skill below 60 per cent)
English B at HL, minimum score 5 UWA CELT English for Academic Minimum of 65 per cent (no individual skill
Purposes below 60 per cent)
Norwegian Vitnemal Minimum grade 4 in the English component
Pearsons Test of English (PTE) An overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 59 in the speaking and writing
The University of Western Australia
(Academic) sections, and no less than 54 in the other sections
study.uwa.edu.au
TOEFL Internet-based TOEFL (iBT): an overall score of 82 or above with a minimum
score of 22 in writing, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 20 in listening
For a full list of the University’s English language requirements, refer to study.uwa.edu.au/elc. Results are valid for two years only. A higher level of English is required for some courses.
Alternative English Language Pathway
|
The University of Western Australia
Students who do not meet the standard English language requirements, as shown in the table above, may be approved for
admission to UWA on the basis of the alternative English language competency requirement. Students are assessed on a case by
case basis and, if approved, they must enrol in the following unit in their first semester of enrolment:
|
study.uwa.edu.au
Professional and Academic Communications (PACM1100). Minimum scores for this conditional offer are:
• IELTS 6.0 (no band score below 5.5)
• Internet-based TOEFL 70 (17 in Listening, 19 in Speaking, 14 in Reading, 20 in Writing) For a full list of the University’s English language requirements, refer to study.uwa.edu.au/elc.
• UWA CELT Pathway: EPA Pathway 65% (no band less than 60%) Results are valid for two years only. A higher level of English is required for some courses.
Enrolling in the PACM1100 unit will take the place of another coursework unit.
• UWA CELT Pathway: Bridging Course Module 1 65% / Module 2 60% (no less than 60%)
18 19Accommodation at UWA Living off campus
UWA owns and manages a group of houses, units and studio
Living on campus
We understand how important it is to find good-quality apartments, collectively known as Crawley Village. They are uwa.edu.au/colleges
available for UWA students to rent, and are offered either Colleges Admissions Office
accommodation close to the UWA campus. There are many unfurnished or with partial furnishings. Tel +61 8 9488 0500
options available to suit your individual needs, and guaranteed University Hall | Email residentialcolleges@uwa.edu.au
unihall.uwa.edu.au Properties are located within walking distance of the UWA
accommodation is offered to all new full-time students. For
details, visit study.uwa.edu.au/student-life/accommodation/
campus, shops, cafés and restaurants, banks and other Living off campus
amenities, and are ideally suited to postgraduate students or
accommodation.uwa.edu.au
guaranteed-accommodation students with families.
UWA Accommodation Office
You can rent an apartment, unit or house on your own or Tel +61 8 9488 0500
Living on campus you can share with others. Whether you choose to rent a Email accommodation@uwa.edu.au
UWA’s five residential colleges – University Hall, St Catherine’s College, St George’s UWA-owned property or one that is privately or commercially
College, St Thomas More College and Trinity Residential College – provide more than listed, please note that you take full responsibility for the
just a room. Each offers a world-class living and learning environment only a few property and sign a rental contract.
minutes away from campus. Make lifelong friends from across Australia and around
the globe, and enjoy a lifestyle that includes meals, internet, all your utilities and St Catherine’s College | As a guide, the average cost of renting or leasing an
academic support, as well as social, cultural and sporting activities and programs. stcatherines.uwa.edu.au unfurnished one- or two-bedroom unit close to UWA is
between AUD$265 and AUD$500 per week. There are also
You can apply up to 12 months before you want to live on campus. There is no upfront costs to consider, such as a bond or security deposit,
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
deadline, but we recommend applying as early as possible – you don’t have to and utility connection fees. Other costs, such as electricity
wait until you receive an offer from UWA. and/or gas, telephone and food, are usually not included in
uwa.edu.au/colleges the weekly rent.
accommodation.uwa.edu.au/off-campus
How to apply UWA Housing Database
1. Research the college websites to decide which suits you best. UWA Accommodation provides an online housing database
2. Complete and submit your application via the online portal at for students. International students who have been offered
livingoncampus.uwa.edu.au. St George’s College | a place at UWA, but have not yet enrolled, can still create an
3. You will be contacted directly by your first-preference college stgc.uwa.edu.au account and access the database, which includes listings by
within two weeks. UWA students or staff members who have a vacant property
or room available to rent.
accommodation.uwa.edu.au/housing-database
Overview of 2019 residential college fees and charges1 Perth City student accommodation
Students wishing to live closer to Perth City have two new
St Catherine’s St George’s St Thomas More Trinity University
College College College2 Residential Hall2
purpose-built student accommodation options, endorsed
College by UWA. Campus Perth and The Boulevard (by The Student
Housing Company) offer a wide range of private and shared
The University of Western Australia
Weekly fee2 AUD$4804 AUD$4904 AUD$380 AUD$455 AUD$365
room options; you’ll also have access to a variety of social
study.uwa.edu.au
Standard
year fee3 AUD$19,200 AUD$19,450 AUD$14,820 AUD$18,200 AUD$14,600 St Thomas More College | spaces and on-site support. Both are located in Northbridge,
Number stmc.uwa.edu.au Perth’s vibrant social and cultural precinct, and close to
of beds 430 225 400 350 750
public transport.
(1) The fees overview should be read in conjunction with each college’s fee schedule. Prices quoted are based study.uwa.edu.au/cbd-accommodation
on 2019 standard single room rates; additional room types are also available. Weekly fees vary depending
|
on the room type, length of stay and additional inclusions. Fees for 2020 will be available late 2019; check
The University of Western Australia
the individual college websites for the latest and most comprehensive information.
(2) The weekly fee includes 14 meals per week for University Hall, and 16 meals per week for St Thomas More
College. Meal packages can be upgraded at an additional cost. All other colleges’ rates are inclusive of 21
|
meals per week.
study.uwa.edu.au
(3) Standard yearly fee includes accommodation, meals, utilities, cleaning, access to communal college facilities,
plus a variety of programs and activities offered throughout the year. Other upfront fees may apply, depending
on the college or room type allocated. Refer to the individual college websites for full fee schedules.
(4) Limited shared-room options are also available at St Catherine’s College and St George’s College on request, Trinity Residential College |
subject to availability.
trc.uwa.edu.au
20 21Cost of living
Money matters The annual cost of living in Perth depends on your lifestyle
and the type of accommodation you choose, however
AUD$450–$600 per week is generally sufficient for most single
students to live comfortably (this does not include tuition
Compared to other major cities fees or medical cover). Consider extra funds to cover various
items such as airfares and textbooks. There may also be
around the world, living and studying
ancillary fees applicable to your course.
in Perth is a smart decision for
international students. Working in Australia as
an international student
Under the terms of a student visa, once an international
One of Australia’s student has commenced their course, they may work up to
40 hours per fortnight while their course is in session, and
most affordable unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks.
homeaffairs.gov.au
capital cities Student Services and Amenities Fee
(SSAF)
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
The UWA Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) is a
Perth is more affordable than compulsory fee that directly benefits all UWA students. The
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and fee is used to develop and provide a range of recreational
Sydney, according to the Economist facilities together with social, education and representation
activities and services.
Intelligence Unit’s Worldwide study.uwa.edu.au/fees-scholarships
Cost of Living Survey 2018.
study.uwa.edu.au/cost-of-living
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
The Department of Home Affairs requires international
students applying for a student visa to have Overseas
Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire duration of their
student visa.
This is not applicable to students from Belgium, Norway and
Sweden, who are covered under a separate arrangement.
OSHC is offered by a number of providers. You may obtain
OSHC from the provider of your choice.
The University of Western Australia
study.uwa.edu.au/international-students/moving-to-
study.uwa.edu.au
perth/health-requirements
The University of Western Australia has a ‘preferred provider’
agreement with Allianz Global Assistance. On acceptance
and payment of your offer, UWA will arrange health cover with
|
Allianz Global Assistance for the duration of your student visa.
The University of Western Australia
For information on the University’s agreement with Allianz
Global Assistance, refer to study.uwa.edu.au/international-
Phone and Car
|
Public Entertainment
study.uwa.edu.au
students/moving-to-perth/health-requirements.
Internet transport (after purchase)
$50 to $100
$20 to $50 $10 to $50 $150 to $250 per week
per week per week per week
22 23How to apply Campus map POO
LE A
VEN
UE
PARK
AVEN
U E
St George’s
College
Applying directly to UWA ge R
ow
Colle University
WINTHROP AVENUE
Hall
If you do not need approval from your home university, you can
PARK ROAD
apply online.
study.uwa.edu.au/how-to-apply/Start-my-application St Thomas
More College
To Per th
s
ds campu
Applying through a UWA Nedlan St Catherine’s ROA
D
n)
l of Desig
(Schoo
College AY
N TS B
DON ST
REET MOU
representative overseas GOR
HAMP
Winthrop TENNIS
Underpass Security Office
COURTS
DEN
Lost and Found
A Boatshed
ROAD
A LV N
UWA Watersports Complex
If you are applying via an approved UWA representative, your L AW
CLIFTO
Hackett Café
WHITFELD
AY
Recreation & Fitness Centre
agent must first nominate you to the Global Learning Office.
COURT
HW
SUNKEN
N STREE
G GARDEN Winthrop Hall
Hew Roberts LT y HI & Undercroft Music Library
Once this nomination has been received, you will be sent an Cullity Galler
G22
LIN
G Fairway
Carpe
Diem
SOMERVILLE
IR
Studio
T
Underpass AUDITORIUM
brary
ST
ALVA
email from UWA with advice on how to apply online. Studio
EDFAA
Li
Octagon
DS
DLAN
Geology Theatre
TO NEPUS Woolnough LT
CAM G R E AT
WAY
UWA has representatives in more than 60 countries. Check G HIGH C O U R T
FAIRWAY
STIRLIN
whether your country has a UWA representative: Geography Webb LT Mac Lab Arts R I L E Y O VA L
TROPICAL
study.uwa.edu.au/International-students/find-an- GROVE
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
international-agent Physics Ross LT Murdoch LT
Alexander LT Auditorium 1 & 2 University
Austin LT
Fox LT Club
Applying through your home university
Reid Library
Law LT
If your university has an agreement with UWA, they must Beasley
Matilda Bay
Law Library
Law
Social
nominate you for the Study Abroad program. Once this
Sciences LT
Social Sciences
LOST ON CAMPUS? Social
nomination has been received, you will be sent an email from the Irwin St Sciences
Building J A M E S Lecture Room 1
BROADWAY
Download the Lost EZONE UWA Engineering O VA L
UWA Global Learning Office on how to apply. Student Hub LT 2
on Campus app, Opening 2020
Student OAK
Central LAWN
available for Apple Engineering
LT 1
and Android devices. Engineering
Compulsory application documents
The
Clough Engineering Refectory
Civil & Mechanical Student Centre Guild The
Village
DRIVE
Tavern
• a colour copy of your passport Marine Research Centre
(IOMRC) Wilsmore
LT
Tattersall
LT Anatomy
HACKETT
• your original academic transcript Indian Ocean
Bayliss Building LT
Physiology
& Human
Biology
(or a certified copy) Bayliss
Building
• a proposed study plan
• evidence of English language competency (if applicable)
R V E
For emergencies, contact MYERS STREET
S E
PRESCOTT COURT
Barry J
R E
Marshall
Application deadlines UWA Security on 6488 2222 Library
Agriculture LT
Y
A
NORTH
The University of Western Australia
B
Semester 1 (February – June) THURLING
GREEN
A
Nominations by 15 November Appplication and documents
D
Find your way
I L
Soil Science Teaching Lab
T
due by 30 November
A
TAXONOMIC
M
PARKWAY
GARDEN
Semester 2 (July – November)
Nominations by 30 April Appplication and documents
due by 15 May
Map Symbols Glasshouses
Tuition Fees Wheelchair access ACROD parking
18 point enrolment: AUD $10,275 per semester* Lecture theatre First aid John Bloomfield
LT
(first year)
24 point enrolment: AUD $13,700 per semester*
|
Information/help points UWA Aquatic Centre
Wesfarmers LT
Business School
study.uwa.edu.au
Public toilets Ernst &
Food and drinks Sport Science,
Young LT
* 2019 fees are subject to change. For updated information see Parking Exercise & Health
demonstrations
Security office, Lost and Found
fees.uwa.edu.au/Calculator ATM
Underpass PRINCESS ROAD
Bus
25Important dates 2020 Useful links
From To Accept your UWA offer uwa.edu.au/accept
Semester 1 Orientation Week 17 February 21 February
UWA on-campus accommodation: study.uwa.edu.au/
Weeks 1 to 7 24 February 10 April student-life/accommodation/live-on-campus
UWA off-campus accommodation: uwacrawleyvillage.
Accommodation
Study break 13 April 17 April studystays.com.au/
Perth off-campus accommodation: study.uwa.edu.au/
Weeks 8 to 12 20 April 22 May student-life/accommodation/cbd-accommodation
Study break 25 May 29 May study.uwa.edu.au/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/
Admission qualifications
international-and-overseas-qualifications
Examination period 30 May 13 June
Apply to UWA study.uwa.edu.au/apply
Break 15 June 24 July
Cost of living study.uwa.edu.au/cost-of-living
Semester 2 Orientation Week 20 July 24 July
2020–2021 International Study Abroad
2020–2021 IInternational Study Abroad
English language programs www.celt.uwa.edu.au
Weeks 1 to 9 27 July 25 September
Life at UWA study.uwa.edu.au/international-students
Study break 28 September 2 October
Meet us in your country study.uwa.edu.au/find-us-in-your-country
Weeks 10 to 12 5 October 23 October
Overseas student health cover study.uwa.edu.au/health-requirements
Study break 26 October 30 October
Study at UWA study.uwa.edu.au
Examination period 31 October 14 November
Student visa information study.uwa.edu.au/student-visas
Our Global Learning Office team is on hand UniBuddy study.uwa.edu.au/chat-to-a-student
to answer your questions about studying
study.uwa.edu.au/international-students/
at UWA. Contact us about how uni works UWA events in your country
events-in-your-country
and how to apply, find out more about our
courses and discover what life’s like as a
student.
The University of Western Australia
study.uwa.edu.au
Global Learning Office
+61 8 6488 8199 | studyabroad@uwa.edu.au
study.uwa.edu.au/global
|
The University of Western Australia
|
study.uwa.edu.au
The information in this publication applies specifically to international students. Information in this publication is correct as of May 2019, but may be subject to change. In particular, the
University reserves the right to change the content and/or the method of presentation and/or the method of assessment of any unit of study, to withdraw any unit of study or course which
it offers, to impose limitations on enrolment in any unit or course and/or to vary arrangements for any course.
26 27Phone Email askUWA Web chat
Speak to the Global Learning Email your Find answers to Chat with a Future Students
Office9am–5pm (AWST) enquiries to: FAQs anytime Adviser 2.30–4.30pm (AWST)
Monday to Friday Monday to Friday
+61 8 6488 8199 studyabroad@uwa.edu.au ask.uwa.edu.au
universitywa uwanews universitywa universitywa uwastudents 澳大利亚西澳大学UWA 西澳大学UWA
CRICOS Provider Code: 00126G DCS 332470985You can also read
