The University of Western Australia (UWA) Courses & Fees

You will develop a combination of high-level research, analytical and problem-solving skills which are highly valued by industry and government employers. The Master of Physics can be undertaken in one of the following: Astronomy and Astrophysics (astronomy techniques, astro-statistics, galactic dynamics, compact objects, astrophysical shocks, plasma astrophysics, space electrodynamics and high-energy astrophysics) Computational Physics (numerical methods, high performance computing, graphics processing unit (GPU) programming and methods of computational physics) Experimental Physics (data analysis and methods of experimental physics) Medical Physics (commissioning, calibration, safe operation and maintenance of these medical systems that help to diagnose and treat thousands of people every year) Theoretical Physics (discipline-specific knowledge at the frontiers of modern physics).

This course will enable you to develop skills in geological and geophysical data analysis and integration of datasets related to sedimentary basin analysis and energy geoscience. Emphasis is placed on the development of practical skills underpinned by conceptual knowledge, and the application of both to solving problems related to basin history and petroleum exploration through coursework and research project components of the course. The development of practical skills is underpinned by conceptual knowledge, with emphasis placed on the application of solving problems related to basin history and petroleum exploration through coursework and a research project. You'll have the opportunity to access industry datasets and tools and use latest digital technology to develop advanced skills in the analysis of geoscientific data, as well as guest lectures by industry professionals. This course focuses on the knowledge and skills to solve real-world problems in the field of energy geoscience.

This course will acquaint you with current developments in basic forensic sciences and particularly those medical and social sciences of direct relevance to the application of forensic anthropology. Forensic anthropology has practical applications in forensic investigations as well as humanitarian efforts for the investigation of both living and deceased individuals.

This course provides students with practical experience in independent scientific experimentation and research through the completion of a research project of direct relevance to a forensic discipline.

The Master of Science (thesis and coursework) is a research degree with students selecting one from the following discipline areas; Agriculture and Environment, Biological Sciences, Earth Sciences, Human Sciences, Molecular Sciences and Psychological Science. Students will gain advanced knowledge in their chosen area of study, through independent research and coursework units that include a literature review/proposal unit and an advanced coursework unit.

Opting for a Bachelor of Science is a good decision in Australia, considering its excellent future prospects. This bachelors program revolves around several aspects including Natural And Physical Sciences and spans 3 Years. Successful graduates can pursue careers as Environment consultant, environmental scientist or mine environment officer; Microbiologist, pharmaceutical scientist, biochemist, chemist or biotechnologist; Mathematician or physicist. after the completion of their course. At the same time, they have to fulfill the criteria for admissions.

As rural and remote medicine is a generalist discipline, the range of research topics is very wide, from large-scale epidemiological studies to educational and qualitative or clinical studies. The Graduate Certificate in Rural and Remote Medicine is a broad-based course for those wishing to pursue a career in teaching or research focused on rural and remote medicine.

Geoscience is the study of our dynamic planet and aims to understand the origin and evolution of Earth, its ancient environments and climates, natural hazards and the formation of resources including petroleum, mineral deposits and groundwater. Knowledge of past and present earth processes is fundamental for predicting future changes in environments and climate as well as contributing to the management of vital resources. This course develops your abilities to gather and interpret geological information for a wide range of applications. With the majority of Australia's mineral and petroleum resources found in Western Australia, UWA is in a prime location for you to strengthen your geoscientific knowledge and skills in gathering and interpreting geological information for a wide range of applications. The structure and content of this degree lets you choose coursework units across a range of geoscience subdisciplines depending on your career aspirations, including fieldwork in Australia and overseas, as well as the possibility of undertaking a research project working with internationally recognised Earth Science staff.

If you're looking to upskill in clinical psychology and you've completed a master's degree or equivalent in clinical neuropsychology and are qualified with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) this bridging course allows you to do that. You'll be eligible for endorsement as a clinical psychologist with the PsyBA and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Board (AHPRA).

This course will equip you to apply technical knowledge and skills to a variety of finance problems, such as capital investment decisions, investment analysis, and the management of option portfolios. This short course can serve as an entry point into the Master of Applied Finance or Master of Commerce (subject to students achieving a weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent).

Opting for a Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours) is a good decision in Australia, considering its excellent future prospects. This bachelors program revolves around several aspects including Natural And Physical Sciences and spans 1 Years. Successful graduates can pursue careers as laboratory technician, research assistant, graduate physicist, scientific officer, research scientist, science educator, science communicator, laboratory scientists, physician assistant, physicists after the completion of their course. At the same time, they have to fulfill the criteria for admissions.

Opting for a Bachelor of Biomedical Science is a good decision in Australia, considering its excellent future prospects. This bachelors program revolves around several aspects including Natural And Physical Sciences and spans 3 Years. Successful graduates can pursue careers as Dentist, Doctor, Biochemist, Biomedical researcher, Medical researcher, Pharmacist after the completion of their course. At the same time, they have to fulfill the criteria for admissions.

Develop in demand computational and data analysis skills to manage and interpret the flood of new information being discovered in the fields of biology and medicine. Bioinformatics is the application and development of methods from computer science to solve challenges within molecular biology and medicine. With rapid data and technology advances in the fields of biology and medicine, people with the skills required to manage and interpret large biological datasets are increasingly in demand.

This course is designed for experienced art practitioners, scientists or humanities scholars who wish to engage with creative bioresearch. The course focuses on recent advances in the life sciences, both in theory and practice. Emphasis is placed on critical thought, ethical and cultural issues and cross-disciplinary experimentation in art and science. You'll have access to scientific laboratories, techniques and expertise. You'll take both existing art and science units and a core of SymbioticA unit that includes a major project and dissertation. If you wish to engage with the crossover of art and science and already hold a degree in science, humanities or visual arts, you will find this course develops your theoretical and practical skills in the production of biological art. Emphasis is placed on critical thought, ethical and cultural issues and cross-disciplinary experimentation in art and science.

This course emphasises on cutting-edge research and its translation to healthy living and to clinical diagnosis and treatment of disease. You are able to focus on advancing your knowledge through coursework or research. Biomedical Science has increasingly embraced the overarching disciplines of human genetics, epigenetics and genomics to understand how gene-environment interactions define the human phenotype in its normal and diseased states. The program places strong emphasis on developing research literacy.

This is a signature program that set us apart from other universities by offering a thorough grounding in state-of-the-art biotechnology and combining this with training in enterprise and commercialisation. This includes developing the theory of genetics and molecular biology in parallel with skills training in practical techniques such as genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, recombinant DNA methods, and basic and advanced bioinformatics.

The MPhil is a highly flexible course that mirrors the structure and breadth of the Doctor of Philosophy. The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) can be taken in any discipline for which appropriate supervision supervision and resourcing are available.

The Master of Ocean Leadership (MOL) provides graduates from any field with ocean-related leadership skills and expertise across marine science, engineering, law, resource economics and environmental management. This will enable graduates to strategically address human challenges in ocean systems and to implement solutions for the future of our coasts and seas. Students will be equipped to work in multidisciplinary contexts to lead and contribute to effective teams. The course is a highly interactive program designed to be flexible and challenging for professionals and recent graduates alike.

With infectious diseases on the rise, now more than ever there is a greater demand for research into the management of these diseases. The Master of Infectious Diseases provides you with the knowledge and skills to accurately identify pathogens and develop policies for the prevention and immunity of infectious diseases. The course is aimed at science-based and medical professionals intending to work in research and hospital diagnostic laboratories, medical clinics, government health departments and international agencies. The course offers advanced training in the field of infectious diseases including topics in medical microbiology, tropical infectious diseases and public and environmental health microbiology. It also includes an individual research project or a research practicum. The majority of units are taught face-to-face, with on-line options available for only three units. Thus attendance in Perth is a requirement for full-time study in this course.

The Master of Research is a program of independent, supervised research that can be taken in any discipline for which appropriate supervision is available and is assessed solely on the basis of a thesis. The Master of Research is a highly flexible course that mirrors the structure and breadth of the Master of Philosophy.