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How to use this guideThis guide has been designed so you can easily navigate to information which is relevant to your chosen course or courses.

Important information is highlighted and cross-referenced so you are able to quickly gain a clear overview of the course and requirements. It even offers suggestions of other courses which might appeal to you given your driving interests.

STEP#1 Get to know your guide

Each section below is colour coded throughout the prospectus for your quick reference.

PagesAbout UWS 4-9UWS Life 10-17UWS Entry Requirements 18-21Courses and Careers Index 22-25Courses and Careers 26-71Application Information 72-74

The Courses and Careers section has a brief summary and highlight sections so you can quickly find important information. See the example below:

STEP#2 Consider your driving ambition

If you are still undecided, choosing what to study can be a challenge in itself, so here are a few hints to help you:

• Whatareyourdrivinginterests?Whatthings excite you or do you feel passionate about?Askingyourselfthesequestionsandgivingseriousconsiderationtoyourdrivingambitionsisthebestplacetostart!

• Whatenvironmentdoyouseeyourselfworkingin?Doyouseeyourselfworking in an office, outside, with thepublic,orone-on-one?

• Whichsubjectsdidyouenjoyatschool?Didyouexcelinanyparticularsubjects?Whattypesofextracurricularactivitiesdidyouenjoy?

• Haveyouspokentoacareersadvisorordiscussedyourfuturewithfamilyandfriends?Sometimes others can see our potential muchclearerthanweseeitourselves!

STEP#3 Choose an area of study

Soyou’vedecidedonacareer!Excellent,butdid you realise there may be different paths to your final career goal. On the other hand, you might still be trying to decide on the best career for you. Either way, this guide is designed to help you without confusing you.

Inthisguidewehavegroupedcoursesinto‘Areas of Study’ since you might want to consider a number of different courses in the same area. Read through these for an idea of your career options, the academic and practical skills you’ll gain with UWS, and how particular areasofstudymightsuityourdrivinginterests.

Togainabroadoverviewofallyourstudypossibilities, we suggest you start by runningyoureyesovertheCourses and Careers Index starting on page 22.

Keep an open mindIt’s important you don’t allow current employment market conditions to dictate your choiceofdegreesubject,asthesemayhavechanged considerably by the time you graduate. Instead,chooseasubjectthatmatchesyourdrivinginterestsandabilities:youwillgetmorebenefitandenjoymentfromyourstudies.

STEP#4 Embrace the challenge!

Regardlessofyourdrivinginterestsandwhateveryourpreferredareaofstudy,youare about to embark on an exciting path that will determine your future. It’s an exciting timeandonceyouhavegraduatedyouwilllook back on your years at Uni as some of thebestyearsofyourlife!However,makenomistake,studyingatuniversityischallenging,but if you embrace the challenges, the rewards (andthefriendships)willlastalifetime!

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Career Outcome Case StudyName Mustafiz Khan

Year completed degreeAutumn, 2006

Degree completedBachelor of Information Technology

Current position titleProgrammer, Blue Gum Technologies, NSW, Australia.

Years/months in that positionApproximately six months

Description of current dutiesDeveloping web applications, software development, supervising new/junior programmers, testing and fixing bugs in software systems.

Previous positionProgrammer, Blue Gum Technologies on a twelve-week, full-time, graduate internship program through the University of Western Sydney Cooperative Programs.

How degree was usefulThis degree gave me a foundation in almost all areas of Information technology, e.g. object oriented system analysis and designing skills in parallel, distributed and multi-platform environments using UML and CASE, object oriented programming skills, enterprise database design and development skills, professional web development skills in multi platform environments allowing the use of digital communication techniques and RIA, advanced network designing and simulation techniques, data and network security and programming skills, software interface design skills, system programming and operating system design skills. Last but not least, the course gave me the essential skills to work in project(s) in the professional environment. Throughout the course I also developed skills in business communication, team work, leadership, project management, time management, scope management, research, critical problem solving and discipline in a professional environment

Advice for prospective studentsLearn the fundamentals throughout the course and enhance your knowledge and technical skills by further study (in your own time?). You should allow extra time to complete the continuous assessments to implement your research skills.

Course Code Duration Major Studies Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake 2008 Annual Fee CRICOS

B Computing 3633 3 years Select from one of the following key programs:NetworkingService and SupportHealth InformaticsInformation SystemsMathematics and IT

MathematicsPEPE, PACACA, PACA

Feb $19,200 041104G

B Computer Science 3506 3 years Computer Forensics, Networked Systems; Systems Programming Mathematics PE Feb $19,200 041105G

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Consider how far technology has progressed in the last decade – Only ten years ago things like the internet, MP3 players, mobile phones, pay TV, and personal electronic organisers were either unheard of, or unused, by the average consumer.

Today, we take these things for granted as part of our daily lives.

Despite all of our modern conveniences, the greatest advances in technology are yet to be made. These advances won’t be limited by physical constraints, but rather by our imaginations…

Given our ability to dream and imagine, the future is looking very exciting. Would you like to be part of it?

UWS Graduate career outcomesDepending on the degree completed, you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of fields, including:» Information Systems focusing on

computing and information technology in the context of business. Sample careers include; analyst programmer, system developer or architect, information systems manager, and web systems developer.

» Networks focusing on the design, implementation and management of networked computer systems, including the Internet. Sample careers include; networked systems administrator, designer and developer of networking technologies, network management and security specialist.

» Mathematics & IT integrating computing and information technology with general mathematics, statistics and operations research, bringing together data extraction and analysis, statistical and mathematical modelling with computer technical skills to transform data into knowledge. Sample careers include; systems analyst, business analyst, financial systems analyst, market research analyst, and data mining analyst.

» Service & Support focusing on the information technology support role which includes call centre operation, technical support, user training and support, and some applications development. Sample careers include; system administration, help desk and support, network and internet management, and IT product sales and service.

» Health Informatics focusing on health and biomedical sciences. Sample careers include; health systems designer, health systems integrator, data warehouse specialist, and data mining specialist.

» Computer Science in areas such as software engineering, networked systems management and administration, systems programming, IT systems security and computer forensics, as well as application development.

Your driving interestsOur computing degrees cover such a broad spectrum that sometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step.

Ask yourself what most interests me? Would I prefer helping people better understand and use technology, or work behind the scenes developing new systems? Am I interested in utilising the power of computers to benefit the medical and health care industries? Would my interest in computer science make me a great game developer?”

So, what area of study is best for you? Consider the following:» Bachelor of Computing» Bachelor of Computer Science» Bachelor of Computer Science (Advanced)

Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWS maintains with government agencies, as well as private business and industry, our programs are accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

⁄ Highlights: » Courses specialise in developing

your ability to rapid change in today’s IT industry.

» Course options are flexible, and many IT units are offered online.

» Opportunities to showcase your work to industry at the UWS Computing Project Exhibition held twice yearly.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industry developments.

» During final year students are required to undertake a real-life project in their unit in professional development, and a unit in professional experience, often for a local business or organisation.

» Students have the flexibility to mould their studies to their interests and career ambitions by specialising in an area of their choice by selecting appropriate electives.

» Students do a real-life project in their final year for a local business or organisation

» Virtual Reality, Intelligent Systems, Web Engineering, and Health Informatics are some of the areas in which the UWS School of Computing and Mathematics has expertise.

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^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

(Professional Recognition) – Lists the professionalorganisationsandrelevantindustrybodies which recognise the qualification/s or with which the degree is accredited.

(Moreinformation)–Providesawebaddressto find out more detailed information about our undergraduate courses including course structures and unit descriptions.

(Course table) – Summarises courses availableinanareaofstudyandprovidesanoverviewforthosecourses.

(Career Outcome Case Study) – These are testimonials from UWS graduates currently working in the industry.

(Introductorysection)–Providesanoverviewoftheareaofstudyandpossiblecareer outcomes for graduates.

(Highlightbox)–Showcasesachievementsor important things you should know about the degrees, schools or college.

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ContentsAbout UWSWhy choose UWS p4Studentservicesandfacilities p5UWS campuses p6Addingvaluetoyourdegree p8

UWS LifeYour study destination p10Preparingforyourarrival p12Costofliving p13Accommodation p15Working in Australia p16

UWS Teaching and LearningA different style p17

UWS Entry RequirementsAcademic requirements p18English language proficiency requirements p19Need academic preparation orextraEnglish? p20UWSCollege p20

UWS Courses and CareersUWS course and career index p22 FindtheUWScoursethatsuitsyou!

UWS Agriculture, Horticulture, Food and Natural Sciences p26

UWS Arts, International Studies, Languages, Interpreting and Translation p30

UWS Business p32UWS Computing and

Information Technology p38UWSCreativeand

Communication Arts p40UWS Engineering, Construction

andIndustrialDesign p44UWSNaturalEnvironment p46UWS Forensics, Policing

and Criminology p48UWS Law p50UWS Medicine p52UWS Nursing, Health Sciences

and Sport Science p54UWS Psychology p58UWS Sciences p60UWS Social Sciences p64UWS Teaching and Education p66UWS Tourism and Hospitality p70

UWS Application InformationHowdoIapplytoUWS? p72Important policy information p74Application form p75

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Why choose UWS

UWS at a glance …» UWS is located in Sydney’s

Greater West region» Multi-campusuniversity

– six campuses throughout Western Sydney

» Over36,000students–oneofthelargestuniversitiesinAustralia

» Over3,600internationalstudentsstudyatUWSeveryyearfromaround the world: India, China, Canada, Germany, Korea, Thailand, Jordan, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Indonesia, Pakistan, Kenya, Japan, and more …

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With a contemporary approach to study, work and innovation, UWS adapts to the changing demands of global business, education, communication and the environment.

Bringing knowledge to life True to our slogan ‘bringing knowledge to life’ we combine academic study with practical experiencestodeliverusefulcoursestohelpdriveyoutowardsyourcareergoals.

Career-orientated courses» TheUniversity’sstrongresearchand

industry links ensure course materials arealwaysuptodateandrelevanttowhat’s happening in the real world.

High level of professional accreditation» UWS places a strong emphasis

on professional accreditation; so manycourseshavebeendesignedto meet the needs of industry and professional organisations.

Balance of academic and practical learning» Nearlyallcourseshavepracticalcomponents,soyouwillhaveplentyof opportunities to gain hands-on experience in real-life situations through case studies or practical work in our state-of-the-art facilities. There are also opportunities for external work placements or internships within industry.

Teaching students skills for life» You will be encouraged to adopt an

independent, critical and analytical approachtoeachsubjectarea.

» We encourage students to monitor new developmentsandtobeadaptableto lifelong learning. Many courses specificallydevelopleadershipand strategic-thinking skills.

Industry-savvy academic staff» Our industry-trained academics are in

touch with the professional world and helpprovideyouwiththebestpossibleresources to succeed in your studies.

Well regarded, innovative research programs» UWSisahubofresearchactivityprovidingsustainablesolutionstoreal-world problems for the 21st century.

Global knowledge network» TheUniversityhascloselinkswithuniversitiesinAsia-Pacific,EuropeandtheAmericas.Theselinksprovideopportunities for academic collaboration andresearchandalsoprovidestudentswithaninternationalperspective,culturalexchange contacts, and the chance to ‘hook’ into a global knowledge network.

English Language Training» UWS owns a pathway college called UWSCollege–providingEnglishlanguage tuition or academic preparation for students to succeed at UWS.

In a recent audit conducted by the Australian UniversitiesQualityAgency(AUQA),UWSwas praised for its flexible teaching programs andforUWSgraduatesbeing‘verywellprepared to enter professional roles’.

AUQAisresponsibleforauditingallAustralianuniversitieseveryfiveyears.

'Our students are at the heart of everythingwedo.We are committed toprovidingstudentswith both the information they need to succeed in today’s social, political and economic climate and the skills that will help them to adapt to tomorrow’s.' Professor Janice Reid, AM Vice-Chancellor University of Western Sydney

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Helping you maximise your chance of academic success UWSofferssupportservicestoallstudentsaswellasextraservicestointernationalstudentstoassistyouinachievingyourpersonal, academic and ultimate career goals.Youwillalsohaveaccesstotopclassfacilities to help you succeed in your studies.

Services for international students» International Student Advisers

spend time each week on all UWS campusestoprovidegeneraladviceon all aspects of student life including visarenewalsandfamilysupport.

» The Mentor Program matches new students with a mentor. The mentor is usually a senior student whose role is to assist you in your transition toAustraliaanduniversitylife.

» The International Academic Preparation Program is especially designed for new international students. It will assist you in yourtransitiontotheAustralianuniversitysettinggivingyouvaluableinformationand hands-on practical experience of:» Australian academic culture » tutorial participation and

working in groups» time and stress management » forms of assessment» assignment preparation» academic writing» rules of plagiarism.

» OtherservicesincludeanAirport Reception Program, Orientation Program and accommodation.

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Services for all students» TheCareers&CooperativeEducationunitprovidesinformationonjobvacancies,workshopsandevents.Learnaboutresumewriting,interviewskillsand other essentials to help you win thejobyouwant.Theunitalsooffersindustryplacementprogramstogiveyoutheopportunitytogaindegree-relevantwork experience before you graduate – international students are eligible to apply forSummerandWinterVacationProjects.

» The Student Learning Unit will help you with your note-taking, critical thinking, essay writing and research skills. Some resourcesarealsoavailableonline.

» Counselling that can help you with personal or academic issues. We provideafreeandconfidentialserviceforallstudents.

» DisabilityServicethatcanassiststudents with a disability or chronic health condition.

» Chaplains from a broad range of denominations/faiths and traditions whoofferadvice,encouragementand support to all students.

» Ambassadors and Mentors. The Student Servicesareaalsooverseesactivitiessuch as UWS Student Ambassadors, the Golden Key International Honour Society and the Peer Mentoring Schemeforhighachievingstudentswho wish to make a difference.

» SupportandadvocacyisalsoavailablefromtheStudentAssociation Welfare Officers.

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Access to top class facilitiesUWS has excellent libraries, laboratories and state-of-the-art equipment and facilities to help you make the most of your studies.

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LibrariesThere are eight libraries across the six campuses featuring:» books,journals,audio-visual

materials, and internet/databases» an inter-campus request system

which allows you to order books from any of the six campuses

» convenientopeninghours,generally8.30am–9pm most weekdays, and until 4.30pm on weekends during semester time.

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Computer laboratoriesThereareover50general-purposecomputerlabs,withover1,400computersacross our six campuses featuring:» IBM compatible PCs» software including word processing,

spreadsheet, database and statistical packages

» access to host computers and networkservicessuchasemail

» assistance from an IT help desk and lab assistants

» open access 22 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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UWS now wirelessUWS students can now access wireless email and internet on all campuses. You can connect to the internet from your compatible laptop from ‘anywhere’ on campus–providedyou’reinawirelesszone.CalledAirUWS,theprojectisoneofthelargest undertaken in Australia with around 450 access points across all campuses. So now you’ll be able to log onto the internet at the library, campus cafe, lecture theatre, student residences or the outdoor, without pluggingawirefromthebackofyourdeviceinto a network port. Of course, you’ll still needbatteriestosupplyyourpower!

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With six campuses spread across Greater Western Sydney, UWS offers one of the largestchoicesofcampuslocationsofanyAustralianuniversity.Eachcampushasitsownuniqueatmosphere,withclean,greenandfriendlyenvironmentstolearnin.

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i�Where you study will depend largely on the course you choose to study at UWS. Please ensure you carefully check the campus at which your program is offered in the course and careers section of the prospectus or go to www.uws.edu.au/international/undergrad.html

UWS campuses

Bankstown Blacktown Parramatta PenrithCampbelltown Hawkesbury

BankstownStudent population* 7,282Location in Western Sydney MilperraAccommodation On campushttp://residences.uws.edu.au/bankstown_accommodation.htmlCampus environment Warm, friendly environment,withmodernandspaciousbuildings and landscaped gardens.Specialist facilities » Centre for Educational Research» Early Childhood Centre» MARCS Auditory Laboratory» SomeofAustralia’smostadvanced

Language Laboratories and Conference Interpreting Laboratory

» Nursing laboratoriesHow to get there A 10-minute walk from Panania train station or by bus from either East Hills train station or Bankstown trainstation.Ifyoudrive,thecampusiseasytoaccessviatheM5Motorway.

BlacktownStudent population* 2,892Location in Western Sydney Nirimba Education Precinct at QuakersHillAccommodation On campushttp://residences.uws.edu.au/blacktown_accommodation.htmlCampus environment Campus has a pool, gym, bar and cafes and forms part of Nirimba Education Precinct alongside TAFE and two senior high schools.Pathways Programs UWSCollege located at the Nirimba Education PrecinctoffersDiplomas.

Specialist facilities » State-of-the-art teaching facilitiesHow to get there ShortwalkfromQuakersHilltrainstation.Bycar,viatheM7Motorway.Surrounding regions website www.blacktownaustralia.com

Students should note that programs currently offered at Blacktown campus will transfer subsequently to other campuses in mid-2009.

CampbelltownStudent population* 4,830Location in Western Sydney Macarthur RegionAccommodation On campushttp://residences.uws.edu.au/campbelltown_accommodation.htmlCampus environment Tuscanvillageflavour,withmodernbuildingsandcourtyards, surrounded by green spacious gardens and sports grounds.Specialist facilities » Purpose-built state-of-the-art medical

teaching and training facility» UniClinic (naturopathy, podiatry,

osteopathy, remedial massage and traditional Chinese medicine)

» Moot Court» Nursing laboratories» Anatomy laboratories» Biomedical imagingHow to get there Take the shuttle bus from Campbelltown train station, or it's an easy 10-minute walk from Macarthur train station. By car, access is easy from the M5 Motorway.Surrounding regions website www.macarthurtourism.com.au

HawkesburyStudent population* 2,303Location in Western Sydney RichmondAccommodation On campushttp://residences.uws.edu.au/hawkesbury_accommodation.htmlCampus environment AdjacenttotheWorld Heritage-listed Blue Mountains.Modern facilities, heritage buildings and scenic grounds. Campus history dates back to 1891 when the Hawkesbury Agricultural College was established, making it the oldest agriculture institution in New South Wales. Specialist facilities » EquineResearchandDemonstrationUnit» Food Processing Pilot Plant» Crime Scene House» Nursing laboratories» Confocal Microscope Facility» Animal science facilitiesHow to get there Take the bus from East Richmondtrainstation(fiveminutes)orit’s a 20-minute walk from the station. DriveviaBourkeStreet,BlacktownRoad or Londonderry Road. There is also a bus from Penrith train station (you will need to check the timetable).Surrounding regions website www.hawkesburyaustralia.com

ParramattaStudent population* 9,293Location in Western Sydney Two sites: Rydalmere (main site) and Westmead. Some postgraduate business programs are also offered at the Westmead site.

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Pathways Programs UWSCollege located at Westmead offers English andUniversityFoundationStudies.Accommodation On campus www.uwsvillage.com.auCampus environment Heritage buildings including the oldest three-storey building in Australia,cafesandthescenicParramattaRiver.Specialist facilities » Purpose-built state-of-the-art

teaching facility» Nursing laboratories» Moot Court» Computing laboratoriesHow to get there There are regular bus servicesfromParramattatrainstationtoWestRyde train station which pass by the campus. Or walk (10 minutes) from Rydalmere train station. By car, entry is from Victoria Road, which is easily accessible from the M4 or M2MotorwaysorJamesRuseDrive.

Surrounding regions website www.visitnsw.com.au

PenrithStudent population* 7,985Location in Western Sydney Two sites: Kingswood and WerringtonAccommodation On and off campushttp://residences.uws.edu.au/penrith_accommodation.htmlCampus environment Modern facilities and scenic grounds.Specialist facilities » TelevisionSydney(TVstation)» GoldenStaveMusicTherapyCentre» Mechatronics and Robotics Facility» Industrial design centre» Three multi-track recording studios» ConvergentMediaStudioComplex» Computer research centre

» DesignStudios(includingstate-of-the-art broadcast-quality animation and televisionpost-productionstudios)

» Computing and photographic laboratories and studios

» Purpose-built disability learning centreHow to get there Walk from Kingswood train station, or catch a bus from St Mary’strainstation.BycarviatheM4Motorway.UWSprovidesafreeshuttlebusservicebetweenthetwomajorsites at Werrington and Kingswood.Surrounding regions website www.penrithaustralia.com

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Providingyoumoreopportunities to gain industry experience in Australia while you studyIndustry ExperienceUWSsuccessfullylinkshighachievingstudents with organisations through its industry placement programs. Each year, theCareers&CooperativeEducationunitoffersover200placementstostudentsacross a wide range of industries. In recentyears,studentshaveundertakenplacementsinvariousareasincludingwebsite design, marketing, chemical testing, stormwater management, database developmentandsocialresearch.

UWS industry placement programs are characterisedbyhighlevelsofstudentandemployersatisfaction.Surveyresponsesindicate that 97 per cent of students would encourage other UWS students to apply for placements and 97 per cent of industry partners would recommend the programs tootherorganisations.Anecdotalevidencecontinues to indicate that more than 60 per cent of participating students obtain ongoing work as a result of their placement.

Vacation Programs for International StudentsInternational students may apply for five-weekSummerVacationProjectsorfour-weekWinterVacationProjects.SuccessfulcandidatesearnAUD$1,360(winter)orAUD$2,000(summer).

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'TheInventoryManagementprojectundertaken by our UWS student was of the highest calibre, onethatdeliveredimmediate tangible savingsof$450,000with the potential for further substantial longertermsavings.Our student quickly developedaclearunderstanding of our businessdriversandhow these related toourproject.Heproactivelyappliedhimselftotheprojectand demonstrated a wide range of technicalandprojectmanagement skills.' Michael Molyneux, Logistics Manager Dexion (Australia) Pty Ltd Industry Placement Program Supporter

International Exchange ProgramUnderthisprogramastudenttravelstoapartneruniversityoverseas,andtheysendoneoftheirstudentshere.Wehaveexchangepartnershipswithuniversitiesinover32countriesthroughoutAsia-Pacific,EuropeandtheAmericas.Overseasstudyprogramsvaryfromintensivefour-week sessions to full-year exchanges. Students can often determine the duration –dependingonfinancialavailabilityandacademic-credit transfer arrangements.

International students are also eligible to take part in the exchange program.

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Australia is renowned for its physical beauty, itsvibrantmulticulturalsociety and the outstanding quality of life it offers

AustraliaAustraliaisacountryalmostequalinsizetothe USA and China, but it has a population ofonly20million,mostofwhomliveinthefivemajorcoastalcities.Ithashotsummersandmildwintersanddiverselandscapesranging from deserts to snowfields.

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The Sydney lifestyle is cosmopolitan and the atmosphere is friendly

SydneySydney, the capital of the state of New SouthWales,hasapopulationofoverfourmillion.Itisavibrant,multiculturalcitysurrounding one of the most spectacular harbours in the world. It boasts world-class cultural and educational institutions, iconic structures such as the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and is the commercial heart of the nation. It offers its citizensandvisitorsenchantingparklandsand beaches, international standard sporting venues,world-classshoppingfacilitiesandrestaurants, and great late night bars and clubs. It is the oldest city in Australia and the numberonedestinationforoverseastourists.The city is also flanked on three sides by large wilderness areas, including the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park.

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Averagetemperature: 82°F/28°C

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Greater Western Sydney is a global centre for trade, innovationandlearningwiththe third largest regional economy in Australia

Greater Western SydneyThe Greater Western Sydney (GWS) region, the home of UWS, stretches from Parramatta (just30minutesfromtheCityofSydney)to the Blue Mountains National Park on the western edge of the metropolitan area.Nearly2millionpeopleliveinGWS– about 40% of Sydney’s population. While Central Sydney generally offers apartment-styleliving,GreaterWesternSydney offers a more suburban lifestyle.

GWS is:» home base to 150 of the top

500 companies in Australia» one of the largest manufacturing regions

in Australia along with high-tech business districts,retailandservicecentres

» central to the latest industrial developments,twothirdsofwhichare occurring in Western Sydney

» thelocationforthemajorityofall Sydney’s future growth.

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UWS is a national leader inhowuniversitiesengagewith their communities

UWS in Western Sydney – our communityUWShasaverystrongcommitmentto work in partnership with people and organisations in Western Sydney.

Ourgoaliscurrentlyachievedthroughadiverserangeofoutreachprogramsandresearchprojects.

AnexampleistheCooperativeProgramsinitiative–astudentworkplacementschemeprovidingworkexperiencerelevanttodegrees.

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UWS recognises the contribution of its industry,communityandgovernmentpartnersfrom Greater Western Sydney at a Regional PartnershipAwardsceremonyheldeveryyear.

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The multicultural community of Greater Western Sydney is one of the most diverseintheworldwithover100nationalities

Multiculturalism and UWSWith UWS campuses located across GreaterWesternSydneythevibrancyof campus life owes a lot to our mix of students who come from a wide range of cultural backgrounds in the region.

UWS's commitment to multiculturalism includes:» In 2005, UWS formed the Muslim

Harmony Relationship Group to build greater understanding and cooperation between Muslim and non-Muslim people.

» TheUniversityrecentlyreceivedthe‘Mainstream Organisation Supporting Muslims’ award for 2006 from the Mission of Hope, a not-for-profit, Muslim community organisation with a focus on healthandcommunitydevelopment.

» UWS has also won federal funding for a new national Centre of Excellence for Islamic Studies, as part of an interstate partnership with the UniversityofMelbourneandGriffithUniversityinQueensland.TheCentreaimstoadvanceknowledgeandunderstanding of Islam, particularly in the Australian context.

'UWS strongly supports and celebrates the contribution of students and staff from many different cultural and religious backgrounds.' Professor Janice Reid, AMVice-ChancellorUniversity of Western Sydney

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Movingtoanewcountry to study is both exciting and challenging. UWS has everythinginplacetoensure your new life at UWS is hassle-free.Pre-departure informationAllstudentsshouldreceiveinformationabouttheUniversity,includingaccommodationoptions, airport reception, the Orientation Program,livingexpenses,lifestyleandclimateetc.,beforetheyleavetheirhomecountry.

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Airport Reception ProgramThis program links students to the UWS airporttransportserviceandcoordinatedtransport from Sydney’s International Airport totheuniversitycampuswhereyouwillbestudying.AUniversityInformationandReception desk is located in the foyer of the ArrivalsHallattheairportduringpeakperiods(January to March and June to August).

If you wish UWS to arrange airport pickup, you must complete an application form and fax it to UWS at leastsevendaysbeforeyourarrival.

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Finding AccommodationYou’ll find a range of accommodation options both on and off campus. If you decidetorentprivately,theGreaterWestern Sydney region offers an affordable lifestyle,withaccesstomajorshopping,sportingandentertainmentvenues.

Livingoncampusprovidesforfuntimesand serious study. On campus, you haveachoiceofhigh-quality,affordable,self-catered accommodation including apartments, residential halls, townhouses, cottagesandunits.TheseareavailableinBankstown, Blacktown, Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta and Penrith.

Theprivatesleeping/studyquartersincludebeds, heaters, desks and often fridges. Youwillenjoythecommunalatmosphere–sharing kitchen, laundry and lounge areas (includingTV/video).Therearealsosomebed-sits, and quarters with direct phone and internet links. You can easily walk overtothemainuniversitybuildings,withshoppingandentertainmentfacilitiesneverfar away. Accommodation at UWS is offered withinasecureandsafeenvironment.

Ifyoudecidetoliveinprivateaccommodation in the Sydney city centre, UWS recommends that you liveclosetoamajortrainstation.

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What to bring with you to AustraliaSydney is a large cosmopolitan city in whichyoucanbuyeverythingyouneed.However,youareadvisedtobringsomeitems with you to Australia because manyitemsmaybemoreexpensivehere than in your home country.

Some students choose to bring electrical appliancessuchasricecookersandCDplayers with them. Both these items are moreexpensivetobuyinAustralia.(Australiauses240voltAC50hertzelectricityandthree-pin plugs to access power points.)Accommodation does not include bed linen or blankets. A sleeping bag may be usefultocoverthefirstfewnightsuntilyouhaveachancetopurchasetheseitems.

Australia has strict customs laws. It is illegal to bring food of any description, including herbal medicines, into Australia. For a quick guide toprohibiteditemsvisitwww.affa.gov.au

i�www.uws.edu.au/international/ support.html for the ‘Study Guide toUWS’formoreadviceonwhatto bring with you to Australia

Orientation ProgramThis program is designed to introduce youformallytotheUniversityandtothekey staff with whom you will be dealing. ItalsoprovidesinformationandadvicethatwillassistyouinadjustingtothelivingandlearningenvironmentofUWS.Itwillalsoprovideyouwiththeopportunityto meet other students and participate insocialactivitiesandexcursions.

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Have time to socialise and play sport …OnceyoustartstudyingatUWSgiveyourself the opportunity to meet other studentsthroughsportsandleisureactivities.UWS Sport & Leisure coordinates a wide range of leisure outings and recreational activities.Theseareavailabletostudents,staff, alumni and their friends. UWS caters for all interests in sport and recreation whether you’re into football, shooting poolordancingsalsa!Sportingfacilitiesacross the six campuses include 50m outdoor swimming pools, hockey fields, a beachvolleyballcourt,privatelyoperatedgolfdrivingrange,squashcourts,netballcourts, basketball courts, a dance studio, fitness centres, tennis courts and indoor games rooms. There are also numerous socialandsportingclubsyoucanjoin.

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Initial expenses you may have to consider:

Airport transfer $A80–$A150 Based on transport costs from the airport if you have not organised to be met as part of the Airport Reception Service

Food, transport and associated expenses

$A250–$A500 For three weeks

Rent advance or rental bond

$A300–$A700 Rent for your accommodation in advance; rental bond if you are renting off-campus accommodation

Bedding $A100–$A250 Based on costs if you have not brought it with you, or it is not provided in your accommodation

Warm clothing $A50–$A150 Especially in winter (June to August) if you are coming from a tropical climate

Textbooks $A300+

Phone calls home $A5–$A25

We estimate your average weekly living costs may be:

Accommodation $A90–$A200 Costs depend on your 'style' of accommodation

Phone calls $A10–$A20 Mobile (cellular) phone calls will be more expensive

Food $A50–$A100 Based on eating at home

Bus and train fares $A20–$A45

Stationery and photocopying

$A15

Personal items, entertainment etc

$A50+

Total $A235–$A365+

Some typical costs in Sydney:

A cup of coffee $A2.50–$A3.50

Lunch in a cafe $A8–$A15

Lunch on campus $A6–$A10

Fast Food (McDonalds etc) $A5–$A8

Yum Cha (Dim Sum) $A10–$A20

Take Away food (Indian, Chinese, Thai, Pizza etc)

$A10–$A15

Movies $A16 Many theatres have ‘budget nights’ that are cheaper

A night out (dinner, club, disco etc)

$A50+

Please note: many of the prices quoted will be subject to a Goods and Services Tax of 10%.

All students will require a minimum ofapproximatelyAUD$12,000to$15,000peryeartocoverlivingexpenses.Dependingonyourlifestyleyou may require more or less than this amount (this is a rough guide only). Remember,yourlivingexpensesareseparate from your tuition fees.

As it can often take some time for money to be transferred from your home country to Australia, you will need to bring enoughmoneywithyoutocoveryourexpenses for the first few weeks. Foreign currency can be exchanged for Australian currencyatSydneyAirport.Ifyouarriveon a weekend (Saturday/Sunday) and do not change some currency at the airport you may not be able to change it until the next working day.

'Universitylifeisas much about lifestyle as it is about academic success. For many students it represents the start of a new era, maybe movingoutofhomeand a significant investmentoftheirtime and energies to achieveadream.' Professor Janice Reid, AMVice-ChancellorUniversity of Western Sydney

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UWS Residential CollegesUWSResidentialCollegesprovideaffordable, high quality on campus accommodation at Bankstown, Blacktown, Campbelltown, Hawkesbury and Penrith. You are encouraged to choose a form of accommodation that suits your lifestyle. Each Residential College has its own distinct ethos and personality. The location of accommodation will be determined by where your course is conducted. For example, if your course is at Bankstown campus, your accommodation will be located at Bankstown or a campus close by that is accessible by public transport.

Youwillhaveachoiceofself-cateredaccommodation ranging from residential halls to townhouses, cottages and units. Theprivatesleeping/studyquartersincludebeds, heaters, desks and often fridges and the shared common areas include fully furnished kitchens, lounge and dining areas. In addition, Residential College common roomsprovidetheidealplacetorelaxwithfriends, hold a meeting or read quietly in acomfortablyfurnishedenvironmentwithcombustion heaters, pool and table tennis tables, and fully equipped kitchens.

Whilenormallystudentschoosetoliveonthecampus where they are studying, often they maychoosetoliveonanothercampus.Afreeshuttle bus operates between the Penrith and Hawkesbury campuses, so students studying atPenrithcampuswillhaveachoiceofstayingeitheratPenrithcampusorenjoyingthe semi-rural landscape of Hawkesbury campus, with stately heritage listed buildings, extensivesportingfacilitiesandrichtraditionsdating back more than 100 years.

Ifyoudecidetorentprivately,theGreaterWestern Sydney region offers an affordable lifestyle,withaccesstomajorshopping,sportingandentertainmentvenues.

Academic learningResidentialCollegesprovidealiving-learningenvironmentforstudents.Theselivingenvironmentsaredesignedtofosteracademic as well as personal success and growth. Throughout the academic yearvariousprogramsandworkshopsare conducted to facilitate community aswellaspersonaldevelopment.

Social and cultural activitiesAt each of our Residential Colleges there is a student welfare support system in place through Resident Assistants and an activestudent-basedSocialClubwhichcontributestocommunitydevelopmentbyhostingsocial,culturalandsportingevents.

CommunityResidents are part of a college community where their input is eagerly sought. Their suggestions and concerns are enthusiastically welcomedandgiventoppriority.Residentialstudents form lasting bonds of friendship that carry on long after graduation.

T: +61 2 4570 1248 F: +61 2 4570 1348E: residentialcolleges@uws.edu.auW: http://residences.uws.edu.au/

UWS Village [Parramatta]UWS Village [Parramatta] is the only student residence located at the Parramatta campus. Opening in January 2009, this brand new developmentonthenortherncampusisjusta short stroll from the southern campus' academicfacilitiesanda10-minutedrivefromtheParramattaCentralBusinessDistrict. We offer a range of modern, fully furnished onetoeightbedroomapartmentswithprivatebedrooms, large kitchens and spacious lounge areas. Contemporary furnishings, apartment heating, ceiling fans, balconies andaflatscreenTVineachlivingroomprovidefunctionalandvibrantspacesdesigned specifically for the student lifestyle. Our brand new facilities create the perfect atmosphere for both studying and socialising, andincludeastudentactivitycentre,TV room, e-library, laundry, landscaped courtyards with seating, bbq entertaining area, high-speed in-room internet and more.

UWS Village [Parramatta] offers students bothanindependentlifestyleandeffectiveresidential life support systems. Our weekly social,sportingandculturalactivitiesmakeUWSVillageanidealenvironmentforliving,studyingandcultivatingnewfriendships.

T: +61 2 9270 1600M: +61 431 722 451F: + 61 2 9270 1601E:info@uwsvillage.com.auW:www.uwsvillage.com.au

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Working in Australia

'Students who graduate with work experience as well asadegreehaveacompetitiveedgeoverother graduates.' Freny Tayebjee, Manager UWS Careers & Cooperative Education Unit

Work visaAfter officially commencing your course of study you become eligible to apply for permission to work (your initialstudentvisadoesnotgiveyoupermission to work in Australia).

All eligible students who apply for and are grantedpermissiontoworkwillreceiveaWorkRightsVisa.Thisvisapermitsyou to work up to 20 hours per week during a session/teaching period, and thenunlimitedhoursduringuniversityvacations.TheapplicationfeeforaWorkRightsVisaiscurrentlyAUD$60.

i�The easiest way to apply for permission to work is to follow the steps outlined at www.immi.gov.au/students/students/working_while_studying/how-to-apply.htm

DetailsofhowtoapplyforthisvisawillalsobegiventoyouduringtheOrientationProgram.

EmploymentMany international students obtain permission to work and work part-time whiletheyarestudying.However,itisunrealistic to assume that you will find part-time work as soon as you obtain your workvisa.Youwillfirstneedtobecomefamiliar with the city and the work areas wherepart-timeemploymentisavailable.Itis also important to understand your study obligations before you commit yourself to part-time work. In planning your finances itisunwisetodependontheavailabilityofpart-time work in order to support yourself.

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UWS Careers & Cooperative EducationUWSCareers&CooperativeEducationaimsto assist students to manage their careers and enhance their employability through the provisionofcareerdevelopmentallearning.Arangeoffreeservicesareavailabletostudents and recent graduates including:» workshopsonresumewriting,jobseekingskillsandinterviewtechniques

» guest lectures from career consultants acrossarangeofcareerdevelopmenttopics including career planning andjobapplicationtechniques

» year round contact with graduate employers and professional associations through expos, on-campuspresentationsandsitevisits

» industryplacementprogramstogivestudents and recent graduates the opportunitytogaindegree-relevantwork experience. International students are eligible to apply for Summer orWinterVacationProjects.

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UWS students can register on Career Hubforfreeaccesstoonlinejobvacanciesandinformationaboutothercareersservicesandevents.

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The teaching styles you will encounter at UWS and the study techniques required might be very different from what you have been used to in your home country.

At UWS ‘rote learning’ – or memorising information – is generally considered less important than other methods. You will, instead, be required to understand and apply concepts and theories and to critically examine and present a range of arguments to support your conclusions.

Lectures and tutorialsInundergraduatecoursesyouwillhavemany hours of lectures, tutorials and classes each week, as well as substantial amounts of unstructured time that you willbeexpectedtospendonindividualreading and research. For newcomers to universitylife,learninghowtomakethebestuseoftheunstructuredhoursisvital.

Class participation and understandingYou will be expected to participate in class discussions and to question your lecturers and tutors if you do not understand what is being taught and discussed. In Australia it is notconsideredbadmannerstoexpressviewsthat are different from those expressed by your lecturer,tutor,oracademicsupervisor.Infact,itis encouraged. Many academic staff members deliberatelyprovokediscussioninordertohelpthemexplainthesubjectbeingstudied.

Class times and assignmentsLectureandclasstimesforallsubjectswillbegiventoyouwhenyouenrolduringOrientationWeek. All students are required to be at lectures and tutorials at the specified times. You may be penalised if you do not comply. At the beginning ofeachteachingsessionyouwillbegiven‘deadlines’ (final dates) for the completion of assignmentsinallyoursubjects.Ifyoufailtomeet these deadlines you may be penalised eventhoughyouhavecompletedyourwork.

Assessments Assessmentmethodsvaryfromprogramtoprogram.Topassmostsubjectsstudentswill be required to complete a number of assessment tasks during the semester. These may include essays, research papers, oral presentations, fieldwork, laboratory practicals, mid-term examinations, final exams and other assessmenttasks.TheUniversityacknowledgesthat some students encounter difficulties when theybegintheiruniversitystudies.Itthereforeprovidesacademicsupportprogramsonmost campuses to ensure that students are giventhebestopportunitiestosucceed.

i�For more information on these support programs go to page 5 or visitwww.uws.edu/about/facilities

Attendance and academic performanceAttendance at class and submission of required workisalsoaconditionofyourstudentvisa.TheUniversitymayberequiredtoreportinformation concerning non-attendance and pooracademicperformancetotheDepartmentofImmigrationandCitizenship(DIAC).

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Teaching and Learning – A different style

At a glance ... Undergraduate students will:» havesubstantialamountsofunstructuredtimeforindividualreading and research

» be required to understand and apply concepts and theories and present a range of arguments to support your conclusions

» be expected to participate in group work and class discussions

» be encouraged to question your lecturers and tutors if you do not understand what is being taught and discussed

» be required to attend lectures and tutorials at the specified times

» meet assignment deadlines » be required to complete a number

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Admission to the University of Western Sydney is highly competitive and you must satisfy the academic and English language proficiency requirements of the University. International students are required to meet the same standards as Australian residents.

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Academic RequirementsThe following qualifications are the MINIMUMacceptablelevelsforeligibilityandyoushouldnotassumethatbecauseyouhavemettheminimumlevelyouwillbeofferedaplaceattheUniversity.Itshouldbenotedthatcertaincoursesmayhavehigherentryrequirements.IfyouhavenotmettheserequirementsyoumayneedtoundertakepathwayprogramsofUWSCollege.Gotopage20formoreinformation.

Entry Requirements

Australian Qualifications: AllStates:successfulcompletionoftheStateHigherSecondaryExaminationwithaminimumUniversitiesAdmissionsIndex (UAI)aspublishedintheUACGuideORsuccessfulcompletionofaTAFEAdvanced/AssociateDiplomaorCertificateIV.

International Baccalaureate: IBwithaminimumof26oversixsubjects.

Argentina: BachilleratoEspecializadowithanaveragegradeof‘good’(Bueno)orabove.

Bangladesh: HigherSchoolCertificatewithagradeof850orabove,orUniversityofLondonGCSE‘A’levelExamination*orcompletionofoneyearofstudyatarecogniseduniversitywithpassinggrades.

Brazil: Successfulcompletionofoneyearofstudyatarecogniseduniversitywithpassinggrades.

Canada: Formostprovinces:completionofYear12andanexaminationresultinthetopthirdofthegraduatingclass.ForOntario,theOntarioSecondarySchoolDiplomawithanaverageof65%insixOntarioAcademicCourseCreditsorequivalent.ForQuebec:completionoftheColleged’EnseignementGeneraletProfessionnel(CEGEP)Diploma.ForallProvinces,studentsmustsatisfytherequirementsforentrytoaCanadianUniversity.

Chile: Successful completion of the Secondary Education General Licence (Licencia de Educacion Media: Commun) and a passing grade inthePSUnationalevaluationofgood(Bueno)orabove.

China: NationalUniversityEntranceExaminationscoreof500orabove.Seniormiddleschool80%averageorabove.

Colombia: SuccessfulcompletionofBachilleratowithanaveragegradeof70orabove.

Fiji: SuccessfulcompletionofForm7withover70%average.ORcompletionoftheUSPFoundationYearwithaCgradeaverage.

France: SuccessfulcompletionofBaccalaureatewithaminimumgradeof‘good’(assezbien).

Germany: SuccessfulcompletionofAbiturorReifezeugnisorequivalent.

Ghana: GCSE‘A’levelpasses.*

Hong Kong: HongKong‘A’LevelExaminationpassesin2to3subjectswithascoreofbetween6and9pointsdependingontheintendedcourseofstudy.TocalculatescoreseeGCSEALevelinformationbelow*.

India: AllIndiaHigherSchoolCertificateawardedbyCBSE,orequivalentStateSecondarySchoolBoardwithaFirstDivisionpassORISC–FirstDivisionpass;MaharashtraHSC–65%+;KarnatakaHSC–65%+;GCSEorAlevels*.

Indonesia: SMU7.5averageinSTTB,6.8averageinNEM.

Japan: KotogakkoCertificatewithagradepointaverageof3.5inacademicsubjects.

Jordan: SuccessfulcompletionoftheTawjihiwithanaverageof80%.

Kenya: GCSE‘A’levelpasses.*

Korea: SeniorHighSchoolDiplomawithaGPAof3.5orqualifiedforuniversityentranceinSouthKoreaintheSAECE.

Malaysia: YourequireacompetitivePassinarecognisedmatriculationexaminationequivalenttoanAustralianYear12qualification(egSTPM, LondonGCSE/Cambridge‘A’Levelpasses)ORUECoftheMalaysianIndependentChineseSecondarySchoolsORequivalent.Thosewhosuccessfullycompletearecognisedpathwayprogram(PolytechnicDiploma)arealsoeligibletoapply.

Mauritius: GCSE‘A'levelpassesinthreesubjects.*

Mexico: Successfulcompletionofoneyearofstudyatarecogniseduniversitywithpassinggrades.

New Zealand: CompletionofNCEA.ScoreswillbeconvertedtoUACequivalents.

Norway: Successful completion of Vitnemal den Vidergaende Skole with a minimum grade 3.5 pass.

Pakistan: SuccessfulcompletionofHigherSchoolCertificateorIntermediateCertificate,FirstDivisionpass.

Philippines: Ascoreabove75%intheNationalCollegeEntranceExaminationORcompletionofthefirstyearofuniversity.

Russia/Independent States: Successfulcompletionofoneyearofstudyatarecogniseduniversitywithpassinggradesorabove.

Singapore: TheSingapore-Cambridge‘A’levelExaminationpasses*,successfulcompletionofaPolytechnicDiploma,orequivalent.

South Africa: Successful completion of the Senior Certificate with Matriculation exemption with a minimum grade C pass.

Sri Lanka: Passes in three subjectsintheSriLanka‘A’LevelExaminationwithatleasttwoat'Credit'levelorabove,GCSEorALevelsasperbelow.

Sweden: Successfulcompletionofatleast3yearuppersecondaryschoolAvgangsbetygwithGPAof3.5.

Taiwan: TaiwanSeniorHighSchoolLeavingCertificatewith70%;apassintheJointFourYearCollegeandUniversityEntranceExamination,orsuccessfulcompletionoftheprogramattheNationalUniversityPreparatorySchoolforOverseasChineseStudents.

Tanzania: Successfulcompletionofoneyearofstudyatarecogniseduniversitywithpassinggradesorabove.

Thailand: MatayomVIwithagradepointaverageof3.0orequivalent.

United Arab Emirates: SuccessfulcompletionofoneyearofstudyatarecogniseduniversityORsuccessfulcompletionofarecognisedFoundationProgramorALevels.*

USA: HighSchoolGraduationDiplomawithSATscoreabove550inbothVerbal&MathsORACTcompositescoregreaterthan18.

Vietnam: Successfulcompletionofoneyearofstudyatarecogniseduniversitywithpassinggradesorabove.

*ForCambridge,HongKong,Singapore,GCSEorUniversityofLondonALevelresultsstudentsarerequiredtopassthreeAlevelsubjects(or2ALevelsand2AS Levels)whereatleast2ALevelsubjectshavebeenpassedinonesetting.Anaggregatescoreofbetween6and10pointsisrequireddependingontheintended programofstudywhereA=5,B=4,C=3,D=2,E=1andassubjectsaregivenhalfthevalueofALevelsubjects.

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English RequirementsAllinternationalstudentsmusthaveagoodcommand of written and spoken English.

English as your first languageIf your first language is English or if you canprovidesatisfactoryevidencethatyoursecondary or tertiary studies were undertaken inEnglish,youmaybeconsideredtohavemet the UWS English requirements.

English not your first languageIf English is not your first language you are required to demonstrate your proficiency byachievingtheprescribedlevelinanapprovedEnglishexaminationortestbeforeyoucanreceiveafullofferofplace.

UWS English proficiency requirements for undergraduate courses

Discipline areas TOEFL paper-based score/computer-based score/internet-based score

IELTS (Academic version)

All undergraduate courses (except Medicine)

575 (min 4.5 in TWE*)/232 (min 4.5 Essay Rating)/89

6.5overall (min. 6.0* on each subtest)

B Medicine/B Surgery 600 (min 5 in TWE*)/ 250 (min 5 Essay Rating)/100

7.0overall (min. 6.5* on each subtest)

Postgraduate courses in M Teaching (Primary) and M Teaching (Secondary)

600 (min 5 in TWE*)/ 250 (min 5 Essay Rating)/100

7.0overall(min. 6.0* on each subtest)

*you will be required to enrol in a six week intensiveAdvancedAcademicEnglishSkills–Module A Reading and Writing at UWSCollege if:» youachievetherequiredIELTSoverallscore

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IfyouhavenotmettheacademicorEnglishlanguagerequirementsfortheUniversityofWesternSydney,UWSCollegecanprovideyouwithapathwaytotheUniversity.

UWSCollege is wholly-owned by UWS and offers English language and Academic Pathway Programs through which you can enter the degree of your choice at UWS. These programs are:

» English Language Program

» UniversityFoundationStudies – leading to first year at UWS

» DiplomaProgram – leading to second year at UWS

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undergraduate or postgraduate study

Academic Pathways Programs

first year or second year at UWS

English Language ProgramsUWSCollege offers a range of fully-accredited English language courses that build your confidenceandprepareyouforuniversitystudy. The UWSCollege emphasis is on a supportivelearningenvironmentwheretheskills of speaking, listening, reading and writing the English language are taught atanacademiclevel.EnglishLanguageProgram graduates can progress to UWSCollegeUniversityFoundationStudiesorDiplomacourses,andtoundergraduateand postgraduate studies at UWS. English Language Program courses include:

Academic English for Tertiary Studies isspecificallydesignedtoimproveyourEnglish language and academic skills in reading, listening, speaking and writing and has four entry points:» AEEP – Academic English Entry Program providesabridgebetweengeneralEnglish language skills and academic skills in reading, listening, speaking and writing. You will concentrate on basic grammar and sentence structure, then progress to more complex texts.

» EAP I – Through general coursework, seminars, factual reports and assignments,thiscourseprovidesyouwith an introduction to academic writing, reading, listening and speaking skills.

» EAP II – This broad academic English language foundation course introduces you to a range of academic texts.

» EAP III – Your skills in academic writing, listening, reading and speaking are developedtoanadvancedlevelinthiscourse,providingyouwithentrytomanyAustralian institutions without the need for further English language testing.

Advanced Academic English Skills is offered in two modules: » Module A: Reading & Writing IfyouhaveeitherIELTS6.5orabove,but a low score in reading and writing, or if you need to polish your writing

skills before entry to further studies, ModuleAprovidestheintensivewritingand reading practice you need.

» Module B: Speaking and Listening Ifyouarefocusedonachievingahighlevelofspokencommunicationskillsfor work or further study, Module B willhelpyouimproveyourfluency,pronunciation and public speaking.

» Communicating in English (General English) IfyouwanttodevelopyourEnglishlanguage proficiency from Beginner to Advancedlevel,thiscoursepreparesyouforhighlyeffectivecommunication.

Other English language programs are offered in: » Study Tours» IELTS Preparation Courses » TOEIC Test Centre» English and UWS Study Abroad

Package (two semesters).

Determine your English requirements for UWSCollege To enrol in a UWSCollege Academic PathwayProgram,youmusthavealevelof English language proficiency that is appropriate for the course you wish to study. You can determine your English language proficiency with an Academic IELTS or TOEFL certificate, or you may sit for the UWSCollege English Placement Test.

University Foundation Studies» University Foundation Studies

three-semester program (Extended)» University Foundation Studies

two-semester program (Standard)» University Foundation Studies

one-semester program (Accelerated)

WhenyouapplyforyourUniversityFoundation Studies course, you must select a stream of study based on yourpreferreduniversitydegree.

DoyouneedacademicpreparationorextraEnglish?

UWSCollege» Located on two campuses at UWSCollegeNirimba,QuakersHill,and at UWSCollege Westmead

» Highly professional and experienced teachersanduniversityacademicswhofocusontheindividualneeds of each student

» Smallclasssizeswithapersonal,relaxed atmosphere on campus

» Provenresults,withresearchshowingthat retention rates are consistently higher for UWS students who havecompletedaUWSCollegeAcademic Pathway Program, than for students who enter UWS directly

» Helpandsupportisneverfaraway, with the dedicated Student Servicesteamprovidinginformation,counselling,advocacyandreferralservicesinarangeofareas.

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The study streams you will choose from are:» Arts» Nursing» Science/Engineering» Business» Computing.

UniversityFoundationStudiesstreamsarelinked with UWS undergraduate programs. SuccessfulcompletionofyourUniversityFoundation Studies course guarantees you a place at UWS. All you need to do ismeettheGradePointAverage(GPA),English and/or Mathematics requirements for your chosen stream and you will gain direct entry into the first year of a UWS Bachelor degree program. You may also choose to continue at UWSCollege byundertakingaDiplomacourse.

DiplomaPrograms» Diploma in Business and Commerce» Diploma in Information and

Communications Technology

» Diploma in Engineering» Diploma in Science

UWSCollegeDiplomasareequivalentto first-year undergraduate programs in those disciplines at UWS. This means when you successfully complete* your Diploma,youcanenterthesecondyearofyourUWSdegreecoursewithadvancedstandingofoneyear.Diplomasareavailableinthree-semester(12month)andtwo-semester (eight month) formats.

Standard Diplomas (three semesters) are suitable for students whose academic background does not include previousstudyinrelevantsubjects,astheyallowyouafulluniversityyeartocompleteyourDiplomacourse.

Fast-track Diplomas (two semesters) offer you a fantastic opportunity to fast-track your studies, as they allow youtocompletetheequivalentofoneuniversityyearineightmonths,ortwosemesters. Each semester is 18 weeks.

Pathways Package If you qualify for, and are successful in completingaUWSCollegeFast-trackDiploma,it is possible to complete your three-year UWSDegreeintwoyearsandeightmonths.

Degree entry requirements for Diploma students To successfully complete your UWSCollege Diploma,youneeda50%passinallrequiredsubjects.ThiswillenableyoutoproceedtoUWSwithAdvancedStandingofoneyearequivalenttoarelatedUWSdegreecourse.

Note: * Successful completion inallrequiredsubjects.

i�www.uwscollege.edu.au or email pathwaystouni@uwscollege.edu.au

UWSCollege Pty Limited (ABN 44 003 474 468; CRICOS Code 02851G). UWSCollege is wholly-owned entity oftheUniversityofWesternSydney(UWS).UWSCollegeAcademicPathwayProgramsaredeliveredbyUWSCollegeunder arrangement with UWS (CRICOS Code 00917K).

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Communicating in English (Beginner to Advanced)

Everyfiveweeks.January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November

5–50 There is no requiredlevelofEnglish for this course

On successful completion of the course, students may proceed into an Academic English for Tertiary Studies course

Academic English for Tertiary Studies

AEEP February, April, July, September, November

5–20 IELTS 3.0+TOEFL 400/CBT 97/IBT 32

EAP I

EAP I February, April, July, September, November

10 IELTS 4.5+TOEFL 475/CBT 150/IBT 52

50% pass to EAP II

EAP II February, April, July, September, November

10 IELTS 5.0+ (minimum of 5.0 in writing)TOEFL 500/CBT173/IBT 61

•50%passtoEAPIII•50%passtoUniversityFoundationStudiestwo,threeandfour-semesterprogram•60%passtoUniversityFoundationStudiesone-semesterprogram(Accelerated):

Science, Computing, IT and Business•65%passtoUniversityFoundationStudiesone-semesterprogram(Accelerated):

Arts and Nursing

EAP III February, April, May, July, September, November

10 IELTS 5.5/6.0+ (minimum of 5.0 in all areas)TOEFL 525/CBT 193/IBT 69

•50%passtoDiplomas•65%passtoenterUWSIELTS6.5UndergraduateandPostgraduatecourses•70%passtoenterUWSBMedicine/BSurgeryrequiringanoverallIELTS7.0and

minimum 6.5 in each subtest•70%passtoenterUWSMTeachingprogramsincludingTESOLrequiringanoverall

IELTS 7.0 and minimum 6 in each subtest

Advanced Academic English Skills

Module A: Reading and Writing

January, May, June, October, January

6 IELTS 6.5/7.0+ (minimum of 5.5 for reading and writing)TOEFL 540/CBT 207/IBT 76/(TWE 3-5)

•50%passtoDiplomas•58%passtoenterUWSIELTS6.5UndergraduateandPostgraduatecourses•68%passtoenterUWSBMedicine/BSurgeryrequiringanoverallIELTS7.0and

minimum 6.5 in each subtest •68%passtoenterUWSMTeachingprogramsincludingTESOLrequiringanoverall

IELTS 7.0 and minimum 6 in each subtest

Module B: Speaking and Listening

January, May, June,November,January

4 IELTS 6.5/7.0(speaking/listening 5.5)TOEFL 540/CBT 207/IBT 76/(TWE 3-5)

•50%passtoAcademicDiplomas•58%passtootherUWSIELTS6.5UndergraduateandPostgraduatecourses•68%passtoenterUWSBMedicine/BSurgeryrequiringanoverallIELTS7.0and

minimum 6.5 in each subtest •68%passtoenterUWSMTeachingprogramsincludingTESOLrequiringanoverall

IELTS 7.0 and minimum 6 in each subtest

*IfstudentsdonothaveanEnglishtestscoretheUWSCollegeEnglishPlacementTestisavailable. If subtest scores are low in reading and listening then reading takes precedence.

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Acupuncture B Applied Science (Traditional Chinese Medicine) 55

Advertising B Communication 40

Anatomy and PhysiologyB Medical ScienceB Applied Science (Sport and Exercise Science)B Science

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Analyst – Web Analyst/Analyst Programmer/Business Analyst

B Information and Communications Technology 38

Animal Health and WelfareB Animal ScienceB Natural Science (Animal Science)

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Animal ProductionB Animal ScienceB Natural Science (Animal Science)

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Agricultural Marketing/Agribusiness B Natural Science (Agriculture) 26

AgronomyB Natural Science (Agriculture) B Science (Agricultural Science)

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AgribusinessB Natural Science B Animal Science

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Asian StudiesB Arts B International Studies

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Asia-Pacific Marketing B Business and Commerce 35

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Biomedical Science B Medical Science 61

Biotechnology

B Science (Biotechnology)B Science (Advanced Science)B Biomolecular ScienceB Science (Nanotechnology)

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Building Surveying B Construction Management 44

Business Computing B Computing (Information Systems) 38

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B Medical ScienceB ScienceB Science (Advanced Science)B Science (Nanotechnology)

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Community Work and Development (including international)

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B Computing (Information Systems)B Computer ScienceB Computer Science (Advanced) B Information and Communications Technology

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Construction Economics B Construction Management 44

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To help you find the UWS course that suits your career interest area, below is a quick reference guide for you to use. A wide range of careers are listed,howevercheckcoursedetailstoensurethecourseisrightforyou.

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Dietetics B Science (Nutrition and Food) 26

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EconomistB EconomicsB Business and Commerce

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Engineer – including Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Robotics and Mechatronics, Telecommunications

B Engineering 44

Environmental Health/Education B Natural Science 46

Environmental Planning/Management

B Natural Science (Horticulture)B EngineeringB Natural Science (Environmental Management)B Tourism Management

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Enterprise Management B Business and Commerce 32

ExportB Business and CommerceB Natural Science (Horticulture)

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Financial AdvisingB Financial AdvisingB Business and Commerce

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Financial Management/Analyst B Business and Commerce 33

Food Technology B Science (Food Science) 26

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Health Promotion and EducationB Health ScienceB Health Science (PDHPE)B Science (Nutrition and Food)

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Health Services Management, Policy and Planning B Health Science 54

History B Arts 30

Horticulture – Landscape and ProductionB Natural Science B Science (Plant Science)

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Hospitality Management B Business and Commerce 34

Human ResourcesB Business and CommerceB Social Science

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Interpreter B Arts (Interpreting and Translation) 31

Investment B Business and CommerceB Financial Advising

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Land – Economics/Evaluation/Planning/Management/Science

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LanguagesB International StudiesB ArtsB Arts (Interpreting and Translation)

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Law – Solicitor/Barrister/Magistrate/Private/Corporate/Government

B Laws (Graduate Entry)B Laws (Non-Graduate Entry)B Arts/B LawsB Business and Commerce/B LawsB Communication Studies/B LawsB Economics/B LawsB Social Science/B Laws

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Law EnforcementB Computer ScienceB PolicingB Science (Forensic Science)

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Librarian B Arts 30

Linguist B Arts 30

Livestock industriesB Natural Science (Animal Science)B Animal Science

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B Business and CommerceB Natural Science (Agriculture)B Natural Science (Agricultural Business)B Communication

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Management – including Sport/Retail/Property/International/Business Systems Management/Human Resources/Operations/Logistics

B Business and Commerce 32

Management – Farm/Land/ProductionB ScienceB Natural Science

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Media – Arts/Production/Interactive/DigitalB CommunicationB Design (Visual Communication)

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Medicine B Medicine/B Surgery 52

Molecular BiologyB Biomolecular ScienceB ScienceB Science (Advanced Science)

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NutritionB Science (Nutrition and Food)B Natural Science (Food Systems)B Science (Food Science)

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Pollution ControlB Natural ScienceB Science

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Product DesignB Industrial DesignB Design and Technology

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Product Development and ManagementB Science (Food Science)B Science (Nutrition and Food)B Business and Commerce

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Property – Valuation/Development/Investment/Management

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PsychologyB ArtsB Psychology

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Public Policy Analyst/AdviserB ArtsB Social ScienceB International Studies

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Public RelationsB CommunicationB Arts

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Sociology B Social Science 64

Software Engineering B Computer Science 38

Soil Science/Management/Conservation B Natural Science 46

Sport and Exercise B Applied Science (Sport and Exercise Science) 55

Sport Management B Business and Commerce 34

StatisticsB ScienceB Science (Advanced Science)B Business and Commerce

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Systems AdministrationB Computer ScienceB Information and Communications Technology

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Systems Development/Architect B Computing 38

Systems Programming B Computer Science 38

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Teaching – PrimaryB Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary)M Teaching (Primary)

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Tourism Management/Planning/ Marketing/Development

B Tourism ManagementB Social ScienceB Business and Commerce (Hospitality Management)

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Traditional Chinese Medicine B Applied Science (Traditional Chinese Medicine) 55

Translator B Arts (Interpreting and Translation) 31

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Wildlife Management/ScienceB Natural Science (Nature Conservation)B Animal ScienceB Natural Science (Animal Science)

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As the world population continues to grow, and our farming lands continue to disappear under urban spread, one of our biggest and ongoing challenges will be feeding the people …

So, here’s some food for thought …

UWS continues to be at the forefront of agriculture, horticulture, food and natural sciences education in Australia. In addition toacademicresearch,youwillhaveplentyofopportunities for practical work in our world-classfacilities.Thesewillgiveyouinvaluablepractical skills and a real-life understanding of issues impacting on agricultural and food science work and research that are highlyrelevanttomodernindustry.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of fields, including: » Agriculture: land management, supply

chain management, agricultural consultancyandadvisoryservices,animaland health welfare, agricultural marketing, rural merchandising, rural enterprise management, farm or agribusiness, livestockindustriesorcatchmentmanagement, agronomy, technical careers in the plant, animal and soil sciences, crop and animal production industries.

» Horticulture:environmentalofficer,environmentalhorticulturist,horticulturistin,printortelevisionmedia,inruralandurbandevelopment,andtourism;horticultural producer and/or business manager in production, wholesale, retail or export operations; technical consultant,advisoryofficer,appliedresearcher, nursery operations, plant breeder and/or seed producer.

» Food and Nutrition: Food product researchanddevelopment,communitynutrition and health, health promotion and education, food supply chain management, food business and food buying.Rolesinproductdevelopment,quality assurance and accreditation, food safety and risk management, manufacturing and production and logistics andtechnicalsalesrepresentative.

» Natural Sciences:Dependingonthedegree completed, you‘ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of applied science disciplines related to our environmentandruralsustainability.

Your driving interestsOur range of agriculture, horticulture andfoodsciencedegreescoverssucha broad spectrum that sometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step.

Ask yourself: What most interests me?WouldIpreferaresearch-based career in a laboratory, or a role whichtakesmeoutinthefield?

Am I interested in good food and nutrition?DoIimagineacareerinagriculture?Today,agricultureismuchmorethanfarming!It'sahigh tech world and the agricultural supply chainisnowafast-pacedjourneyfromfarm,to processor, to branded product. Perhaps I would prefer horticulture which is concerned withthecultivationofgardens,orchards,ornurseries;thecultivationofflowers,fruits,vegetables,orornamentalplants?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS AgricultureDoyoulovethelandandbeingoutdoorsor do you dream of working for a global foodcompany?Areyouinterestedintheproduction,processing,movementandsaleoffood,feedandfibre?

Or are you interested in how agriculture impacts the structure and functions ofproductionofeco-systems?

The Bachelor of Natural Science (Agriculture Science) is the only degree where you’ll learn about the whole supply chain, from farm to consumer. In your final year, you’ll work in the industry,givingyouhand-onsexperienceandtheopportunitytodevelopvaluablecontacts.

The Bachelor of Science (Agriculture Science) will equip you with knowledge and understanding of agronomy, animal science and soil science with an emphasis in nutrient, water and energy flows, and the use of introduced and genetically modified organism.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Natural Science (Agriculture)» Bachelor of Natural Science

(Agricultural Business)» Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Science)

i�See also Bachelor of Science (Animal Science) on page 60

i�See also Bachelor of Natural Science (NatureConservation)onpage46

UWS HorticultureAre you interested in plants, soils, landscape design, production systems andpestanddiseasecontrol?

AtUWSyou’llhaveaccessto1300hectaresof gardens, fruit and nut trees, flowers, vegetables,glasshouses,shadehouses,avineyard,boutiquewinery,commercialnursery and integrated pest management operations. Other facilities include microscopy, tissue culture, microbiology and plant/soil laboratories. Students will be monitored by leading research academics andhaveaccesstoprojectsthroughUWSCentre for Plant and Food Science.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Natural Science (Horticulture)

i�See also Bachelor of Science (Plant Science) on page 62

UWS Nutrition and FoodDoyoubelievegoodfood,goodnutrition, and good health need to be apriorityinthelivesofeverybody?

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Doyoubelievethegeneralpublicshouldbe better educated in regards to healthy dietandlifestyle?Wouldyoubekeentodevelopnewhealthyfoodswhichbenefitallofus?Orareyouinterestedinmanagingthefoodsupplysystem?

If you answered yes, UWS will put you on the pathtoarewardingcareerthatcanprovidehealthyreturnsforindividualsandcommunitiesas well as economic benefits through reduced illness and health treatment costs. As a UWS Food Science graduate, you will be highly sought after in the industry in Australia.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Science (Nutrition and Food)» Bachelor of Natural Science (Food Systems)» Bachelor of Science (Food Science)» Bachelor of Science (Plant Science)

UWS Natural ScienceAre you concerned with how our world is changingatarapidpace?Doyouwanttohelpaddress issues of how a bigger population, migration,technologyadvancementandenvironmentaldegradationareallplacingpressureonournaturalresources?WithaUWS degree in Natural Sciences, you'll be able to deal with these pressures and contribute to our ability to shape sustainable futures.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Natural Science (key programs

in: Agriculture, Agricultural Business, Animal Science, Food Systems, Horticulture)

i�See also Bachelor of Natural Science (EnvironmentandHealth)onpage46

i�See also Bachelor of Natural Science (EnvironmentalManagement)onpage46

i�See also Bachelor of Natural Science (NatureConservation)onpage46

i�See also Bachelor of Animal Science on page 60

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Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWS maintainswithgovernmentagencies,aswellasprivatebusinessandindustry, the following courses are recognised or accredited with relevantindustrybodies,suchas:» The Bachelor of Natural Science

(Agricultural Business) meets the requirement for membership of the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology

» The Bachelor of Science (Food Science) meets the requirement for membership of the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST)

» The Bachelor of Science (Plant Science) meets the requirement for membership of the Australian Institute of Biology and of the Ecological Society of Australia

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Courses Code Duration Key Programs Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Natural Science 3637 3 years Agriculture [agronomy, animal production, land management, rural environmental management, soil conservation, and supply chain management]

Agriculture, Business Studies, Geography, Society and Culture, Mathematics, Science

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Agricultural Business [accounting management, agribusiness management and marketing, commodity supply chain management, global management, international business, land valuation, managing enterprises, managing logistics and supply chain, and marketing]

Business Studies, Agriculture, Geography, Society and Culture, Economics, Mathematics, Science

Food Systems [supply chain management, food production, food economics and marketing]

Agriculture, Business Studies, Food Technology, English, Science

Horticulture [landscape horticulture, production horticulture] Mathematics and Science (preferably Biology or Chemistry)

Nature Conservation [developing sense of place, environmental advocacy, environmental assessment, Indigenous land management, nature conservation and the law, protected areas management, wilderness studies, and wildlife conservation]

Geography, Biology, Mathematics, Science

B Science 3640 3 years Agricultural Science [agriculture, agronomy, animal science, and soil science] Science (Agriculture, Biology and Chemistry recommended), Mathematics and English

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Food Science [chemistry, food product development, food safety and quality management, microbiology, processing, properties of food and food nutrition, and packaging technology]

Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics

Nutrition and Food [community health, food studies, health promotion, human nutrition, and human physiology]

Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics

B Natural Science 3637 3 years Animal Science [animal behaviour, animal health and welfare, animal nutrition, animal production, animal reproduction, human animal interactions, vertebrate biodiversity, and wildlife science]

Biology, Chemistry, Geography or Agriculture HA Feb 063561A

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Highlights ... » Our agriculture graduates are well

regarded by Australia's biggest agricultural employers, including the leading rural agencies.

» Enjoyplentyofopportunitiesfor practical work in our world-class facilities.

» There are plenty of opportunities to gain industry experience

» Two-month industry placement in the Bachelor of Agriculture

» Bachelor of Science (Horticulture) is of a practical nature, stresses industryinvolvementandincludes40 days industry experience

» Minimum 10 weeks of approvedindustrialexperiencein the Bachelor of Science (Food Science) as well as hands-on food processing experience in UWS’s pilot plant which uses equipment common to commercial enterprises.

» Minimum10weeksofapprovedindustrial experience in the Bachelor of Science (Food Science) as well as hands-on food processing experience in UWS’s pilot plant which uses equipment common to commercial enterprises.

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Courses Code Duration Key Programs Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Natural Science 3637 3 years Agriculture [agronomy, animal production, land management, rural environmental management, soil conservation, and supply chain management]

Agriculture, Business Studies, Geography, Society and Culture, Mathematics, Science

HA Feb 063561A

Agricultural Business [accounting management, agribusiness management and marketing, commodity supply chain management, global management, international business, land valuation, managing enterprises, managing logistics and supply chain, and marketing]

Business Studies, Agriculture, Geography, Society and Culture, Economics, Mathematics, Science

Food Systems [supply chain management, food production, food economics and marketing]

Agriculture, Business Studies, Food Technology, English, Science

Horticulture [landscape horticulture, production horticulture] Mathematics and Science (preferably Biology or Chemistry)

Nature Conservation [developing sense of place, environmental advocacy, environmental assessment, Indigenous land management, nature conservation and the law, protected areas management, wilderness studies, and wildlife conservation]

Geography, Biology, Mathematics, Science

B Science 3640 3 years Agricultural Science [agriculture, agronomy, animal science, and soil science] Science (Agriculture, Biology and Chemistry recommended), Mathematics and English

HA Feb 041144M

Food Science [chemistry, food product development, food safety and quality management, microbiology, processing, properties of food and food nutrition, and packaging technology]

Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics

Nutrition and Food [community health, food studies, health promotion, human nutrition, and human physiology]

Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics

B Natural Science 3637 3 years Animal Science [animal behaviour, animal health and welfare, animal nutrition, animal production, animal reproduction, human animal interactions, vertebrate biodiversity, and wildlife science]

Biology, Chemistry, Geography or Agriculture HA Feb 063561A

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Career Outcome Case StudyName Natalie Ellis

Year degree completed 2007

Name of degreeBachelor of Food Science (now known as the Bachelor of Science (Food Science)

Current position titleFood technologist

Time in current position4 months

Description of current duties• Performsensoryevaluationonproductstoassessifcurrentshelflifevaluesarecorrector if an extension would be possible.

• Organisespecificationsfornewandexisting products, including drafting new specifications, entering specifications onto the database and circulating specs forapprovalfrommanagement.

• Checkandapproveallproductartwork to ensure the artwork matches product specifications and meets the regulations from FSANZ and ACCC.

• Gatherinformationforconsumerservicesto enable them to answer consumer queries about nutrition of our products.

• Organise,checkandupdateallproduct nutritional data for the company’s database and website.

Previous positionA laboratory technician in an analytical laboratory in the UK.

How degree was useful UWSgavemeagreatunderstandingoftheworkinvolvedinindustryandprepared me for these tasks.

Advice for prospective students UWS is a great institution to get your foot in the door. UWS is highly regarded by industry leaders. Studying at UWS will allow you to build strong friendships with your peers and make useful contacts that will help throughout your career. I recently started looking for full-time employment, and due to the work experience I gained fromtheUWSCooperativePrograms,Iwas offered four positions and was able to choose the position that suited me the best.

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Course Code Duration Major Studies Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Arts 1604 3 years Humanities [art history and cinema studies, Asian studies and international relations, cultural and social analysis, English, text and writing, history, politics and philosophy]

English BA, PE Feb/July 040992A

Islamic studies

Languages [subject to demand include Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Italian, Japanese, Spanish]

Psychology

Social ecology

B International Studies* 1658 3 years [Asian studies and international relations, cultural and social analysis, history, politics and philosophy, Islamic studies, languages (Arabic, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Spanish), languages in professional contexts]

English BA July 064562C

B Arts (Interpreting and Translation)

1519 3 years [Interpreting and translation] English and high proficiency (native or near native level) in one of the languages offered: Arabic, Chinese, Japanese and Spanish

BA Feb/July 041109C

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

Art and Language lets us express our thoughts and feelings, and allows us to better understand the thoughts and feelings of others. Through art and language people cansharenewideasandseethemselves,andtheirworld,fromadifferentperspective.

ArtandLanguageisaboutverbalandnon-verbalcommunicationwithourfellow human beings, helping us to better understand each other regardless of our backgrounds and beliefs.

UWS offers an array of courses in the Arts and Languages, and as a graduate you’llhaveanin-depthknowledgeofhuman society and the factors that are shaping it. You’ll be a good communicator, innovativethinkerandproblemsolver.

In an era of increasing globalisation, governments,businessesandtheworld in general need dedicated and professional interpreters and translators. Our languages courses open up a world of career opportunities for you. Ideally located in Sydney’s multicultural heartland,UWSprovidestheperfectbackdrop for studies in these areas.

UWS Graduate career outcomesOffering a wide range of fields across the arts and humanities, you can choose a key program to suit your plans and individualaspirations.Theseinclude:» Arts and International Studies: working

in roles such as arts administrator, journalist,publicpolicyanalyst/adviser,socialpolicydevelopment,diplomat,politician,businessexecutiveandlibrarian.

» Languages and Interpreting and Translation: working in a range of professions where language skills are required, or as professional interpreters or translators for international business, tourism, cross-cultural community efforts, orevenhealthandlegalorganisations.

Your driving interestsThe range of arts and languages degrees coverssuchabroadspectrumthatsometimeschoosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step. Ask yourself:Whatmostinterestsme?WhattypeofchallengesdoIenjoy?DoIhaveananalyticalmindoramIalateralthinker?AmIpassionateaboutaparticulararea?Perhapsyouhaveastrongurgetohelpothersinneed,orhaveatalentforlanguagesandareinterestedinlearningaboutothercultures?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS Arts and International StudiesDoyouhaveapassionforhistoryorpolitics?Areyouinterestedinwritingandliterature?Perhaps Asian studies and international relations or social analysis ignite your career aspirations?OrareyouinterestedinissuesrelevanttothedevelopmentofIslamasareligion,cultureandcivilisation?Areyoufascinated by contemporary political, social and cultural issues such as globalisation, transnationalismandmigration?Asanartsandinternational studies graduate, doors will open in a wide range of fields, including positions in governmentdepartmentsandprivateindustry.Yourabilitytoviewtheworldfromaculturallyenrichedperspectivewillbehighlyvalued.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Arts» Bachelor of International Studies

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* The Bachelor of International Studies provides for one semester study abroad during the three years full-time study. Overseas students in Australia on a student visa are allowed to participate in an international exchange program provided. Please refer to website http://www.immi.gov.au/business-services/education-providers/third_country_exchanges.htm

Course Code Duration Major Studies Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Arts 1604 3 years Humanities [art history and cinema studies, Asian studies and international relations, cultural and social analysis, English, text and writing, history, politics and philosophy]

English BA, PE Feb/July 040992A

Islamic studies

Languages [subject to demand include Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Italian, Japanese, Spanish]

Psychology

Social ecology

B International Studies* 1658 3 years [Asian studies and international relations, cultural and social analysis, history, politics and philosophy, Islamic studies, languages (Arabic, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Spanish), languages in professional contexts]

English BA July 064562C

B Arts (Interpreting and Translation)

1519 3 years [Interpreting and translation] English and high proficiency (native or near native level) in one of the languages offered: Arabic, Chinese, Japanese and Spanish

BA Feb/July 041109C

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

UWS Languages and Interpreting and TranslationAreyouintriguedbyotherlanguages?Areyouinterestedinothercultures?Wouldyouenjoybeinganinterpreterortranslator?

If so, a languages or interpreting and translationdegreeisforyou!Asalanguagesgraduate you’ll learn that language proficiency isn’tjustaboutknowingwordsinanotherlanguage, it’s about communication. It requires an understanding of the subtleties of culture, society, history, body-language, phonetics and relationships. It is this unique combination of specialist skills that makesmulti-lingualindividualssohighlyprizedingovernmentandbusiness.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Arts (key program

in Languages)» Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting

and Translation)

i�See also Bachelor of International Studies on page 30

Highlights ... » UWS is one of the world leaders

in the training and research of interpreting and translation.

» With the oldest established interpreting and translation courses in Australia, UWS has trained hundreds of interpreters and translators in the last 20 years.

» The UWS School of Humanities and Languages is one of Australia’s leading Humanities schools.

» UWSistheonlyAustralianuniversitythat has professional recognition by NAATI in both our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.

» We proudly boast an excellent levelofgraduatesatisfactionand a distinguished record in publications and external grants.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWSmaintainswithgovernmentagencies,aswellasprivatebusiness and industry, the following courses are accredited withrelevantindustrybodies:» Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation)programisapprovedby the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI).

» Completion of the Psychology key program within the Bachelor of Arts followed by either an Honours program, or a postgraduate Diplomaprogramwillsatisfythe educational requirements of the NSW Psychologists Registration Board and the APS as accredited four-year sequences in psychology. Both bodies require a further two years ofsupervisedexperienceasapsychologist before granting full registration and membership.

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Theworldhaschangedoverrecentyearsand so has the business world. New technologies, new business models and newinnovativebusinesspracticeshavecreated new challenges and new rewards.

UWSoffersacomprehensiverangeof business degrees which reflect this changingbusinessenvironment.Forexample, the Bachelor of Business and Commerce program offers you flexibility and the opportunity to choose from a range of 19 different key programs in specific business disciplines.

You’ll also study a capstone unit in engaged learning – this means that you will be considered ‘business ready’ in terms of dealing with real world business issues, problems and generating real world business solutions. So as a graduate you’ll be well prepared to enter your chosen field with the skills needed to meet the challenges and take advantageoftheopportunitiesthatawaityou.

You’ll be able to think on your feet, anticipate andmanagechange,andhaveafirmandongoing commitment to business excellence.

Bachelor of Business and Commerce is a broadly based, multi-discipline undergraduate course offering flexibility and choice through a range of nineteen (19) different key programs, each of which reflects a particular business discipline.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of business areas, including accounting, economics and finance, business analysis, e-business, information systems, management, marketing, property andfinancialadvising,plusotherexcitingbusiness areas in industries such as:

» importing and exporting» propertydevelopment» sales and marketing» international business» banking and finance» sports management.

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Your driving interestsOurrangeofbusinessdegreescoverssuch a broad spectrum that sometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step.

Askyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?WhattypeofchallengesdoIenjoy?DoIhaveananalyticalmindoramIalateralthinker?AmIpassionateaboutaparticulararea?Perhapsit’speoplemanagementorfinancialmanagementormarketing?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS AccountingSoyouenjoyworkingwithnumbersanduncoveringthetruepicturetheyreveal?Doyourisetothechallengeoffindingwaystodothingsmoreefficientlyandcosteffectively?

Accountants spend a lot of time looking at businesses from all angles getting to understand how business works, so it’s no surprise that many successful business leaders began their careers as accountants. It’s also no surprise that most Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) of large corporations haveabackgroundinaccounting.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(Accounting)

UWS Business Systems Management Are you excited by the power and potential of the internet and how it has changed the way people and industry communicate and conductbusiness?Ifso,BusinessSystemsManagement combines business skills with computer-based technical skills.

Business Systems Management aims to reducecostsandimproveefficienciesbyintegrating business systems and eliminating duplication of effort. The main benefit is that yourunabusinessmoreefficiently,achievingmore with fewer resources and for less cost.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(Business Systems Management)

UWS EconomicsDoyoulikeworkingwithnumbers,butalsohaveaninterestinhowthecommercial world and society rely on andinteractwitheachother?Areyouinterested in the performance of a nation’s economyandhowitaffectseveryone?

Economics is the study of the economic performanceofnationsandtheeffectivenessofpoliciesthatgovernmentsusetotrytoimprovethatperformance.Amongthe issues that economists study are the sources of our increasing material standard ofliving,thecausesofeconomicinstabilityreflected in high unemployment and inflation, and the impact globalisation has on the management of our economy.

The performance of a nation’s economy impactsontheavailabilityofjobs,mortgageinterestrates,thevalueofitscurrency, the prices in supermarkets, and theoverallstandardofliving.Assuch,economicperformanceaffectseveryone.

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Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(Economics and Finance)» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(Applied Economics)» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(International Trade and Finance)» Bachelor of Economics

UWS FinanceDoyoulovecrunchingnumberstodetermine the best approach and outcome toaparticularproblem?Doestheideaof negotiating and closing financial deals appealtoyourentrepreneurialside?Ifso, welcome to the world of finance.

A career in finance can take many paths including corporate finance, banking, financial marketing and financial planning. You might work for a company to help it find money to run and grow the business, adviseandarrangeacquisitions,oryoumightprovideadvicetocorporationsorindividualsoninvestmentstrategiesandhow best to manage their money.

Responsibility can come fast and your problem-solvingskillswillbeconstantlychallenged in the world of finance.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(Economics and Finance)» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(Applied Finance)» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(International Trade and Finance)» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

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UWS Hospitality ManagementDoyouenjoymeetingnewpeople? Is your goal to manage a hotel, resort orsimiliarservice-orientedbusiness?

Asagraduateyou’llhavetheskillsandspecialised education in those areas important to the hospitality industry such as accounting and finance, employee relations, businessmanagement,conventionandeventmanagement,hospitalitymarketingandindustryresearchprojects.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(Hospitality Management)

UWS ManagementDoyoupossessleadershipqualities?Doyou take responsibility for your actions and decisions…evenifthey’renotalwaysright?Doyouenjoyleadingandworkingwith people and appreciate the fact that everyoneismotivateddifferently?Doyouknow how to get the best out of people by helpingthemalongthepathtotheirgoals?

If you answered yes to these questions, managementismostdefinitelyforyou!

Your skills in decision-making and analytical and strategic competencies will enable youtomanagechange,innovation,entrepreneurship,retail,environmentalissuesandculturaldiversity.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(Management) » Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(International Business and Global Management)

» Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Enterprise Management)

» Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Retail Management)

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UWS Operations ManagementDoyouenjoyresponsibilitywithinalargeorganisation?Areyougoodatmulti-tasking and ensuring you and your team areastronglinkinthesupplychain?

Operations management focuses on the processes to produce and distribute products andservices.Majoroverallactivitiesoftenincludeproductcreation,development,productionanddistribution.Otheractivitiesincludemanagingpurchases,inventorycontrol, quality control, storage, logistics andevaluations.Agreatdealoffocusisonefficiencyandeffectivenessofprocesses.Therefore, operations management often includes substantial measurement and analysis of internal processes.

This course prepares you for a career in the areas of operations management, logistics and supply chain management, projectmanagement,qualitymanagement, technology management andnewproductdevelopment.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Business and

Commerce (Global Operations and Supply Chain Management)

UWS Sport ManagementSoyoulovesport–allfieldsofsport,and the business behind the world of sportintriguesyou?Doyouimagineyourselfmanagingevents,venues,organisations,teamsorindividuals?

If you answered yes, sports management ismostdefinitelyforyou!

As a graduate with knowledge specific to the sports arena coupled with generic management skills you’ll be keenly sought after by this rapidly growing industry.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Business and

Commerce (Sport Management)

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UWS Human ResourcesDoyoupossessoutstandingpeopleskills?Wouldyouenjoyhelpinganorganisationachieveitsbusinessgoalsbycreatingthe systems to help staff work more efficiently?Ithasbeensaidthatacompany’sgreatest asset is its staff – helping to manage the needs, wants and problems ofthosepeopleisavitalroleforhumanresourcesdepartmentseverywhere.

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The human resource department plays a crucial part in all types of businesses and corporations. As businesses expand and increase their staff numbers, employers need skilled personnel to manage the complex area of human resources and personnel. Human Resource Managers are responsible for issues such as occupational health and safety, recruitment, compensation and much more.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Business and Commerce (HumanResourceDevelopmentandOrganisationalDevelopment)

» Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations)

UWS MarketingAreyoucreative?Doyouthinkoutsidethesquare?Wouldyouenjoyfindinginnovativewaystocommunicateandsellnewideas,productsandservices?

Marketing is about communicating with peopleinordertoinfluencetheirbehaviour,attitudes and perceptions. You may do this in a number of ways; on a one-to-one basis asasalesormarketingrepresentative,tomanypeopleviadirectmailfromamarketingdatabase,orusingadvertising.

A career in marketing might include a number of positions and career paths. Fund raising, publicrelations,andadvertisingarealsoincluded under the banner of marketing.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(Marketing)» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

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UWS International BusinessAreyouabigthinker?Doesthethoughtofconducting business on a global scale in a24/7economyexciteyou?Ifso,here’syour passport to an international career.

Duetothemerginganddependencyofworld economies, international business knowledge is becoming increasingly important inthebusinessworld.Giventheexpansionofworldtradeandinvestmenttherealmofinternational business has become a rich source of career options. These options include international marketing, export and import, multinational companies and their subsidiaries, business management, business researchandstrategyanddevelopmentroles.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(International Business) » Bachelor of Business and Commerce

(International Business and Global Management)

UWS PropertyAreyouintriguedbythepropertymarket?Doyoubelievebricksandmortarareasolid foundation for building both corporate andindividualwealth?Areyouseekingto build a rich and rewarding career with theabilitytochangecareerpaths?

The property industry is extremely dynamic andenormouslydiverse.Asagraduateyoucanworkinpropertyvaluation,commercial property management, asset and portfolio management, property consulting,propertydevelopment,propertyresearch, corporate real estate, property financeandinvestment,salesandleasing.

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B Business and Commerce

2739 3 years AccountingApplied EconomicsApplied FinanceBusiness Systems ManagementEconomics and FinanceEnterprise ManagementFinancial MathematicsGlobal Operations and Supply Chain ManagementHospitality ManagementHuman Resource Development and Organisation DevelopmentHuman Resource Management and Industrial RelationsInternational BusinessInternational Business and Global ManagementInternational Trade and FinanceManagementMarketingPropertyRetail ManagementSport Management

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B Economics 2504 3 years [banking and finance, economic analysis and policy, international trade and finance, property and urban and regional development]

Mathematics, English PA Feb 041027E

B Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership)

2741 3 years [please refer to key programs for B Business and Commerce] Mathematics, English PA Feb/July 060299A

B Financial Advising 2727 3 years [accounting, commercial/business law, financial planning and taxation law] PA Feb/July 061923G

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Highlights ... » UWS Business has a strong

international profile, with international partnerships, exchange opportunities, offshore programs and industry placements.

» In addition to studying your chosen key program in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce, you will be abletocompleteamajororasub-majorrelatedtoanotherkeyprogram.YouwillalsohavetheflexibilitytoselecteightelectiveunitsfromacrossUWSsubjecttoavailabilityandUWSrules.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWS maintainswithgovernmentagencies,aswellasprivatebusinessandindustry,many of the courses featured in this section are recognised or accredited* with one of the following bodies:» Australian Human

Resources Institute» Australian Institute of Banking

and Finance (AIBF)» Australian Marketing Institute (AMI)» Australian Marketing and

Social Research Society» Australian Mathematical Society

» Australian Property Institute» CPA Australia» Office of Fair Trading» Financial Planning

Association of Australia» Institute of Chartered

Accountants in Australia» National Institute of Accountants» Statistical Society of Australia» Tax Agents Registration Board» The Bachelor of Business

and Commerce (International Business) meets the requirement for membership with the Australian Institute of Export

* The Bachelor of Business and Commerce and associated key programs has replaced a number of existing UWS business degrees.Asaresult,thekeyprogramsthathavebeenpreviouslyaccreditedhavebeenresubmittedforaccreditation. Check the web for more details.

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B Business and Commerce

2739 3 years AccountingApplied EconomicsApplied FinanceBusiness Systems ManagementEconomics and FinanceEnterprise ManagementFinancial MathematicsGlobal Operations and Supply Chain ManagementHospitality ManagementHuman Resource Development and Organisation DevelopmentHuman Resource Management and Industrial RelationsInternational BusinessInternational Business and Global ManagementInternational Trade and FinanceManagementMarketingPropertyRetail ManagementSport Management

Mathematics, English CA,PACA,PACA,PAPACA,PAPAPACA,PABL,PABL,PACA, PAPAPAPACA,PACA,BL#, PABL#PACA

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B Economics 2504 3 years [banking and finance, economic analysis and policy, international trade and finance, property and urban and regional development]

Mathematics, English PA Feb 041027E

B Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership)

2741 3 years [please refer to key programs for B Business and Commerce] Mathematics, English PA Feb/July 060299A

B Financial Advising 2727 3 years [accounting, commercial/business law, financial planning and taxation law] PA Feb/July 061923G

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* Accreditation is currently being sought for the Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology.

* Students may be eligible for the July intake if they are eligible for academic credit in appropriate Autumn Session (Feb) units.

Course Code Duration Major Studies Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Computing (Information Systems)

3633 3 years Information Systems [Computing, information systems design, information systems development, information systems deployment and information systems management]

English and Mathematics PA Feb/July 041104G

B Information and Communications Technology

3639 3 years [Data mining, database, information architecture, networks, software testing, system analysis and design, and web technology]

English and Mathematics CA, PA, PE Feb/July 064013K

B Computer Science 3506 3 years [Computer forensics, networked systems and systems programming] English and Mathematics PE Feb 041105G

B Computer Science (Advanced)

3634 3 years [Computer forensics, networked systems and systems programming] English and Mathematics PE Feb* 061245G

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Consider how far technology has progressed in the last decade – only ten years ago things like the internet, MP3 players, mobile phones, pay TV and personal electronic organisers were either unheard of, or unused,bytheaverageconsumer.

Today, we take these things for grantedaspartofourdailylives.

Despiteallofourmodernconveniences,thegreatestadvancesintechnologyareyettobemade.Theseadvanceswon’t be limited by physical constraints, but rather by our imaginations.

Givenourabilitytodreamandimagine,thefutureislookingveryexciting.Wouldyouliketobepartofit?

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of fields, including:» Information Systems focusing on

computing and information technology in the context of business. Sample careers include analyst, programmer, systemdeveloperorarchitect,information systems manager.

» Computer Science in areas such as software engineering, networked systems management and administration, systems programming, IT systems security and computer forensics, as wellasapplicationdevelopment.

» Information and Communications Technology roles include network administrator or engineer, systems architect, systems integrator, database administrator or programmer, web analyst, community/web systems designer/developer,softwarequalityanalyst, business programmer, software engineer analyst, systems developer,gamesdeveloper,andinformation systems manager.

Your driving interestsOurcomputingdegreescoversucha broad spectrum that sometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step.

Askyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?WouldI prefer helping people better understand and use technology, or work behind the scenesdevelopingnewsystems?AmIinterested in utilising the power of computers to benefit the medical and health care industries?Wouldmyinterestincomputersciencemakemeagreatgamedeveloper?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:» Bachelor of Computing

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Career Outcome Case StudyName MustafizKhan

Year completed degreeAutumn 2006

Degree completedBachelor of Information Technology

Current position titleProgrammer, Blue Gum Technologies

Years/months in that positionApproximately six months

Description of current dutiesDevelopingwebapplications,softwaredevelopment,supervisingnew/juniorprogrammers,testingandfixing bugs in software systems.

Previous positionProgrammer, Blue Gum Technologies onatwelve-week,full-time,graduateinternshipprogramthroughtheUniversityofWesternSydneyCooperativePrograms.

How degree was usefulThisdegreegavemeafoundationinalmostallareasofIT,e.g.objectorientedsystem analysis and designing skills in parallel, distributed and multi-platform environmentsusingUMLandCASE,objectoriented programming skills, enterprise databasedesignanddevelopmentskills,professionalwebdevelopmentskillsinmulti-platformenvironmentsallowingtheuse of digital communication techniques andRIA,advancednetworkdesigningandsimulation techniques, data and network security and programming skills, software interface design skills, system programming and operating system design skills. The coursegavemeessentialskillstoworkintheprofessionalenvironment.Ialsodevelopedskills in business communication, team work,leadership,projectmanagement,time management, scope management, researchandcriticalproblemsolving.

Advice for prospective studentsLearn fundamentals throughout the course and enhance your knowledge and technical skills by further study. Allow extra time to complete the assessments to implement your researchskills.Chooseelectivesintheareaofcurrentjobdemandandyourinterest.

Keep in touch with current trends and developmentsandgatherknowledgeofpopularopensourcedevelopmentplatforms,toolsandIDE(s).

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your ability to rapidly change in today’s IT industry.

» Course options are flexible, and many IT units are offered online.

» Opportunities to showcase your work to industry at the UWSComputingProjectExhibition held twice yearly.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

» Duringfinalyearstudentsarerequired to undertake a real-life projectintheirunitinprofessionaldevelopment,andaunitinprofessional experience, often for a local business or organisation.

» Studentshavetheflexibilitytomould their studies to their interests and career ambitions by specialising in an area of their choice by selectingappropriateelectives.

» Studentsdoareal-lifeprojectin their final year for a local business or organisation

» Virtual Reality, Intelligent Systems, Web Engineering and Health Informatics are some of the areas in which the UWS School of Computing and Mathematics has expertise.

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B Computing (Information Systems)

3633 3 years Information Systems [Computing, information systems design, information systems development, information systems deployment and information systems management]

English and Mathematics PA Feb/July 041104G

B Information and Communications Technology

3639 3 years [Data mining, database, information architecture, networks, software testing, system analysis and design, and web technology]

English and Mathematics CA, PA, PE Feb/July 064013K

B Computer Science 3506 3 years [Computer forensics, networked systems and systems programming] English and Mathematics PE Feb 041105G

B Computer Science (Advanced)

3634 3 years [Computer forensics, networked systems and systems programming] English and Mathematics PE Feb* 061245G

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OverviewIt’s an exciting time to be working in the Communication Arts industry. Theconvergenceofnewideas,newtechnologies and new forms of media are creating new ways to communicate, whilealsorejuvenatingmoretraditionalart forms and craft techniques.

CreativeandCommunicationArtsgraduatesspearheadaworldofnewideas,developingnew ways to communicate, enriching cultures,andcontributingpositivelytotheir own and other communities.

UWS offers an array of courses in the CreativeandCommunicationArts.You’llhavetheopportunitytocombinetheoreticaland practical studies across a range of related disciplines, thereby opening doors to many career opportunities.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’ll be eligible to seek employment inadiverserangeoffields,includingadvertising,animation,journalism,mediaproduction, research, graphic design, web design, multimedia, music, public relations and the entertainment industries.

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Your driving interestsTherangeofcreativeandcommunicationartsdegreescoverssuchabroadspectrumthat sometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step.

Askyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?WhattypeofchallengesdoIenjoy?Am I passionate about a particular areasuchasjournalism,graphicdesign,music,orsomeotherfield?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS CommunicationDoyouconsideryourselftobeagoodcommunicator?Areyoucreativeandviewthingsfromadifferentperspective?Doyouappreciatethefactthateveryonehasdifferentviews,opinionsandmotivations?

If you answered yes to all these questions, a communication degree is something youshoulddefinitelyconsider!

As a graduate you could enter the world of advertising as a copywriter, art director, market researcher, client manager or other related role; journalismasamagazineornewspaperjournalist,featurewriter,radioortelevisionreporterandothersimilarrole; media arts productionintelevision,media research, corporate and technical communication, animation and other similar fields; public relations in the areas of mediarelations,crisismanagement,eventmanagementorevenpoliticalpublicrelations.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Communication

UWSDesign (Visual Communication)Doyouloveartanddesign?Doyouhaveavividimagination?Areyouinterestedinnewtechnologies and how they are used in the worldofgraphicdesignandinteractivemedia?

Talented and skilled designers are always in demand to create eye-catching and cutting edgevisualcommunicationforamultitudeof industries, including print, digital and interactivemedia,photomediaandillustration.

Consider the following course:» BachelorofDesign(VisualCommunication)

UWS MusicDoyouhavenotjustalove,butarealpassionformusic?Doesitmoveandinspireyoulikenootherartform?

Musicisprobablythemostuniversalartform. It transcends geographical, national, political, cultural and racial boundaries, andevokesthefullspectrumofemotionsin listeners around the world. Music is one of the few art forms capable of encouraging introspection, inspiring social and self awareness and unity.

As a music graduate you may pursue roles in a range of exciting fields, including performance, teaching, composition, concert management, audio engineering and sound design.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Music*

* Additional selection criteria applies. Visit http://theresmoretomusic.com

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Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWSmaintainswithgovernmentagencies,aswellasprivatebusiness and industry, many of the courses featured in this section are recognised or accredited with relevantindustrybodies,suchas:» Australian Graphic DesignAssociation

» Australian Institute of Professional Communicators

» DesignInstituteofAustralia(DIA)» Public Relations Institute

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» Our staff won a 2006 Carrick Institute for Learning and Teaching in Higher Education Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning 'for sustained commitmenttovocationally-oriented, ethically-informed student learning and industry engagement by undergraduate journalismstudents.'

» BMusicstudentswillbegiventhe opportunity during the course to gain practical experience in performanceevents,westernand non-western music groups, recording, composition, audio production, film music, stage production and collaboration.

Highlights ... » Industry internships are offered as

part of our Communication degree and a work placement of 90 hours is required within the Bachelor of Design(VisualCommunication),providingpracticalexperienceandacompetitiveadvantageinthejobmarket.

» Our purpose-built facilities include a state-of-the-art broadcast-qualityanimationstudio,televisionpost-production studios and a design production studio.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

» Our students are award-winning performers, including Safe Zonenationalshortfilmfestival2006, SBS-FECCA Multicultural Journalism Student of the Year 2005, and RPRSNT MTV On-AirDesignCompetition2006.

Course Code Duration Major Studies Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Communication Exit point available: B Communication Studies (3 years)

1613 4 years Advertising, Journalism, Media Arts Production, Public Relations PE Feb 052914E

B Design (Visual Communication)Exit Point available: B Design Studies (3 years)

1571 4 years Graphics, Digital/Interactive Media, Photomedia and Illustration Design and Technology, Visual Arts

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B Music 1659 3 years Composition, Digital Music, Music Performance Music PE Feb 052907D

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Career Outcome Case StudyNameSarah Jane Owen

Year completed degree2007

Degree completedB of Communication Studies (3 year exit point from B of Communications)

Current position titleSales and Marketing Coordinator – Media Group of Reed Business Information(trademagazinepublisher)

Years in that positionSince May 2006

Description of current dutiesIcoordinatethemonthlyencoremagazineproduction report and I write small stories for professional marketing, B&T and encoremagazines.IalsocoordinateallmediagrouptravelandfunctionsandI keep the encore audience figures on the website up-to-date. I also undertake otheradministrativetypeduties.

Previous positionsOnline Account Manager at IXIONandInteractiveProductionAssistant at EuroRSCG.

How degree was usefulItgavemebasictheoryaswellaspractical skills to apply to my workplace.

I undertook an internship through UWS which saw me spend six weeks working on The Star Newspaper in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This was anamazingexperienceandreallybroadened my knowledge, not only ofjournalismbutgavemeagreatinsight into another culture and the workings of the media in that society.

I think that working in the field while you are studying is the most rewarding thing and means you’re ahead of the pack when you finally graduate. I also found the degree particularly useful when working inadvertisingandneedingtowritebriefswhich had been laid out in the textbooks.

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Career Outcome Case StudyNameThomas Schoeneich

Degree completedBachelor of Communication Studies 2006 (exit point for B Communication)(graduated in April 2007)

Current position titleI’mcurrentlydoingtheequivalentofwhatwould be an Australian Master degree inJournalisminGermany.Theuniversitysystem here is a bit different, that’s why it’sanequivalent.I’malsoworkingasafreelancejournalist.RightafterIcompletedmy degree at UWS I worked for about half year as a reporter and researcher for Infostrada Sports. On September 1, I’ll start a newspaper cadetship in Germany.

Years/months in positionSinceApril2006Ihavecombinedstudy with work, either full-time orasafreelancejournalist.

DescriptionofcurrentdutiesLearning,learning,learning!Ihopetofinishmy degree at the end of this term. Apart from that, all the duties of a freelance journalist,researching,collectinginformation,filing stories and trying to sell them.

Previous positionsReporter and researcher for Infostrada Sports was my first full-time position. As mentioned, from September on I’ll be a newspaper cadet.

How degree was usefulUWS offered a lot of possibilities to get some work experience so I could make quite a few contacts beforehand. That was veryhelpful.Furthermorethejournalismclasses focused on practical work and thus providedyouwithvaluableexperience,too.

Advice for prospective students Ifyouwanttobecomeajournalist,wheneveryouguyshavegotabitoftime,gooutandgetpractice.Universitycanprovideyouwiththenecessaryandhelpful background or with a few tools. Try to find out how those tools work before yougetthrownintothe‘dailyjoblife’.

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B Communication Exit point available: B Communication Studies (3 years)

1613 4 years Advertising, Journalism, Media Arts Production, Public Relations PE Feb 052914E

B Design (Visual Communication)Exit Point available: B Design Studies (3 years)

1571 4 years Graphics, Digital/Interactive Media, Photomedia and Illustration Design and Technology, Visual Arts

PE Feb 044773B

B Music 1659 3 years Composition, Digital Music, Music Performance Music PE Feb 052907D

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B Engineering 3621 4 years [civil, computer, electrical, environmental, robotics and mechatronics, and telecommunications]

Mathematics, Physics and English PE Feb/July 041037C

B Engineering (Advanced) 3636 4 years [civil, computer, electrical, environmental, robotics and mechatronics, and telecommunications]

Mathematics, Physics and English PE Feb 063560B

B Design and Technology 3502 3 years [design studio, sustainable design, advanced computer graphics] English, Design and Technology, Visual Arts, Creative Studies and Business Studies

PE Feb/July 041034F

B Industrial Design 3503 4 years [design studio, sustainable design, advanced computer graphics] English, Design and Technology, Visual Arts, Creative Studies and Business Studies

PE Feb/July 041035E

B Construction Management

2607 4 years [building regulations and law, construction economics, construction methodology and technology for medium- to high-rise buildings, construction planning, graphic design and communications, project management and contract administration, quality and value management, and quantity surveying and estimating]

Mathematics, Physics and English PE Feb 049425D

B Housing 3635 3 years [housing construction, housing design, project management, property development and investment, and urban planning]

Mathematics, Physics and English PE Feb 044701G

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The future represents significant challenges to those responsible for managing the environment,communityinfrastructureandtechnologicaldevelopments.Effectivesolutions for these challenges will require innovativeengineering,appliedscienceand design strategies. The same can be saidforIndustrialDesignwhichisavitalpartofmodern-daylivingforvirtuallyeveryhumanbeing.Everydayweencounterproducts designed and manufactured with theintentionofmakingourliveseasier.Itisindustrial designers incorporating a lateral and cross-disciplinary approach to problem-solvingwhocreatetheseproducts.

Duringyourstudiesyouwillgainpracticalindustryexperienceandhaveaccesstoourstate-of-the-art equipment and facilities.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of fields, including: » Engineeringincludingcivilengineering,

computer engineering, electrical engineering,environmentalengineering,robotics and mechatronics engineering, and telecommunications engineering.

» Construction Management in positions suchasaprojectmanager,sitemanager,buildingsurveyor,estimator,propertymanager,valuerandbuildingeconomist.

» Housing in positions such as housing construction and/or design, propertydevelopment/investmentandprojectmanagement.

» Industrial Design or Design and Technology working in-house or as consultant designers in areas such as design management or sustainable design, or select a pathway to secondary school teaching.

Your driving interestsOur range of engineering, construction and industrialdesigndegreescoverssuchabroad spectrum that sometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step. Ask yourself: What mostinterestsme?AmIpassionateabouta particular area such as the design, construction and management of large building projects,computerhardwareorsoftware,preservingtheenvironment,robotics,ortelecommunications?Perhapsyouareagreatlateralthinkerandhaveaninterestinproductdesignsandhowtheycouldbeimproved?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS EngineeringAre you intrigued by new technologies andsmartmachines?Doyoulovefindingpracticalandcosteffectivesolutionstocomplexproblems?Ourengineeringprogram is all about the application of knowledgetoachievepracticaloutcomes.Itcoversallmajorengineeringdomains,and you can experience many facets of engineering before deciding your area of specialisation at the end of the first year.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Engineering » BachelorofEngineering(Advanced)

UWS ConstructionSoyouwanttodomorethanjustbuildacareer,youwanttobuildbuildings?Doyouhaveaninterestinurbanplanningorconstructionmanagement?

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Career Outcome Case StudyName ChristopherFaithfullDomingo

Year completed degree 2007

Degree completedBachelor of Engineering (Robotics and Mechatronics)

Current position titleProjectEngineerUnileverAustralia Streets Ice Cream

Years in that position1year,whilestillatuniversity.

Description of current duties Ihavetomanageateamofindividualsto accomplish a pallet transfer system inthefactory.Itinvolvescommunicationacross a wide spectrum of departments, research, producing tenders, and otherusefulprojectdocumentation.

How degree was usefulTheMechatronicEngineeringDegreeprovidedmewithasolidknowledgebasefor furthering my career. The degree taught mesomanyusefulsubjectsbutthesubjectsthataremostapplicabletomycurrentjobareprojectmanagement,manufacturing,communications, and a strong foundation ofproblemsolvingandlogicalthinking.

Partofthecoursewastohavethreemonths industrial experience, in conjunctionwithcooperativeprogramsthis led to a solid start to my career.

Advice for prospective studentsTheUniversityofWesternSydneyhasmanyresourcesandfacilitiesavailableforengineers, use them as much as you can. Neverhesitatetoaskrelevantquestionsofanystaffmember.Enjoythecampuslife, make plenty of friends, and get the mostoutoftheeducationprovided.

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Course Code Duration Major Studies Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Engineering 3621 4 years [civil, computer, electrical, environmental, robotics and mechatronics, and telecommunications]

Mathematics, Physics and English PE Feb/July 041037C

B Engineering (Advanced) 3636 4 years [civil, computer, electrical, environmental, robotics and mechatronics, and telecommunications]

Mathematics, Physics and English PE Feb 063560B

B Design and Technology 3502 3 years [design studio, sustainable design, advanced computer graphics] English, Design and Technology, Visual Arts, Creative Studies and Business Studies

PE Feb/July 041034F

B Industrial Design 3503 4 years [design studio, sustainable design, advanced computer graphics] English, Design and Technology, Visual Arts, Creative Studies and Business Studies

PE Feb/July 041035E

B Construction Management

2607 4 years [building regulations and law, construction economics, construction methodology and technology for medium- to high-rise buildings, construction planning, graphic design and communications, project management and contract administration, quality and value management, and quantity surveying and estimating]

Mathematics, Physics and English PE Feb 049425D

B Housing 3635 3 years [housing construction, housing design, project management, property development and investment, and urban planning]

Mathematics, Physics and English PE Feb 044701G

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWS maintainswithgovernmentagencies,aswellasprivatebusinessandindustry, the following courses are recognised or accredited withrelevantindustrybodies:» BachelorofDesignand

Technology and Bachelor of IndustrialDesignmeettherequirement for professional membershipoftheDesignInstitute of Australia

» Bachelor of Engineering is fully accredited with Engineers Australia

» Bachelor of Construction Management meets the requirement for professional membership of the Australian Institute of Building and the Australian Institute of BuildingSurveyors

If you’re looking for a rewarding career in construction management or urban management,looknofurther!

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Construction Management» Bachelor of Housing

UWS Industrial DesignandDesign& TechnologyWouldyouliketosolvesomeofthegreatestsustainability problems by designing more environmentallyfriendlyproductsandservices?

The primary focus of the design programs is ensuring its graduates are industry-ready, able tothinkstrategicallyandprovideinnovativedesign solutions in a commercial context.

Consider the following courses:» BachelorofDesignandTechnology» BachelorofIndustrialDesign

Highlights ... » Industry placement is conducted

in our engineering programs.» ManyUWSstudentshavewon

a number of industry awards.» Our staff are experts in their

field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

» All courses are strongly projectoriented,therebyprovidinganexcellentbalanceof theory and practice.

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Course Code Duration Recommended Studies Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Natural Science 3637 3 years Environment and Health [air pollution, community studies, emergency management, environment and health law, environmental monitoring, environmental planning, environmental protection, epidemiology, food safety, noise, occupational environment, risk assessment, sustainable environmental management, toxicology, urban development and water pollution]

Geography, Mathematics, Science and English HA Feb 063561A

B Natural Science 3637 3 years Environmental Management [air and water quality management, environmental monitoring, environmental planning, environmental protection, sustainable environmental management, environmental regulation, landuse and environment, toxicology and urban development]

Geography, Mathematics, Science and English HA Feb 063561A

Nature Conservation [developing sense of place, environmental advocacy, environmental assessment, Indigenous land management, nature conservation and the law, protected areas management, wilderness studies and wildlife conservation]

Geography, Biology, Mathematics and Science

B Science 3640 3 years Agricultural Science [agriculture, agronomy, animal science and soil science] Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and English

HA Feb 041144M

Environmental Science [conservation and land management, conservation biology, environmental analysis and monitoring, environmental chemistry, environmental impact assessment, sustainable environment management, and water science and management]

Mathematics

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

Overrecentyearsgovernments,worldleaders,localcommunitiesandindividualshavebecomeincreasinglyawarejusthowimportantitisforustoliveinbetterharmonywithournaturalenvironment.

Ourenvironmentcourseswillallowyou to examine contemporary issues inveryrealcontexts.Thecourseswillgiveyoubothpracticalexperienceandtheoretical knowledge, enabling you to provideaseriouscontributionfromdayone of your graduate employment.

Coursesinvolveproblem-basedandexperiential learning (learning by analysis and experience) and include field studies and industry placements.

The Hawkesbury campus, on which the naturalenvironmentcoursesareoffered,is located in close proximity both to the rapidurbandevelopmentofSydney’sNorthWestsectorandtheHawkesburyRiver,one of the largest remnants of wilderness in NSW, an ideal setting with many opportunities for case studies and research.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of fields, including:» Environmental Health in positions suchasenvironmentalhealthofficers,environmentalconsultantsorriskassessors, public health practitioners, specialists in food safety or air quality and health educators.

» Environmental Management in positions such as scientists in environmentalprotection,landandwatermanagement, and pollution control.

» Nature Conservation including roles inenvironmentalorganisations(GreenPeace,AustralianConservationFoundation, Wilderness Society, governmentagencies,nationalparksand wildlife, forestry, electricity supply, water and irrigation supply, soil conservation,catchmentmanagement,tourism research and planning, and recreation planning. Careers in nature conservationareincreasinginprotectedareas in management and nature conservationadvocacyacrossAustralia.

Your driving interestsAskyourself:Whatmostinterestsme? AmIdeeplyconcernedaboutenvironmentissuesandsustainability?WouldIliketohelpsafeguardcommunityhealthandhygiene?

Doyoufeelstronglyaboutthehumanrace’spastabuseoftheenvironment?Areyou concerned about where our world isheadinginregardstoenvironmentalissues?Areyouinterestedincommunityhealth?Doyoucareaboutglobalclimatechangeandtheimpactonhumanhealth?

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Natural Science (EnvironmentandHealth)

» Bachelor of Natural Science (EnvironmentalManagement)

» Bachelor of Natural Science (NatureConservation)

» Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Science)

» Bachelor of Science (EnvironmentalScience)

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B Natural Science 3637 3 years Environment and Health [air pollution, community studies, emergency management, environment and health law, environmental monitoring, environmental planning, environmental protection, epidemiology, food safety, noise, occupational environment, risk assessment, sustainable environmental management, toxicology, urban development and water pollution]

Geography, Mathematics, Science and English HA Feb 063561A

B Natural Science 3637 3 years Environmental Management [air and water quality management, environmental monitoring, environmental planning, environmental protection, sustainable environmental management, environmental regulation, landuse and environment, toxicology and urban development]

Geography, Mathematics, Science and English HA Feb 063561A

Nature Conservation [developing sense of place, environmental advocacy, environmental assessment, Indigenous land management, nature conservation and the law, protected areas management, wilderness studies and wildlife conservation]

Geography, Biology, Mathematics and Science

B Science 3640 3 years Agricultural Science [agriculture, agronomy, animal science and soil science] Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and English

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Environmental Science [conservation and land management, conservation biology, environmental analysis and monitoring, environmental chemistry, environmental impact assessment, sustainable environment management, and water science and management]

Mathematics

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

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i�See also Bachelor of Tourism Management on page 70

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i�See also Bachelor of Natural Science (Agriculture) on page 26

i�See also Bachelor of Science on page 61

Highlights ... » Theenvironmentcoursesare

offered on the UWS Hawkesbury campus which is located next to one of the largest areas of wilderness in NSW – the BlueMountains–providingan ideal setting as an outdoor laboratory for your studies.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

» Environmentcoursesprovideyou with industry based projectsandplacements.

» Local and international work experience opportunities.

» Excellent research opportunities.» GraduatesfromtheEnvironment

and Health program are in high demand in Australia andoverseasmarkets.

Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWSmaintainswithgovernmentagencies,aswellasprivatebusiness and industry, many of the courses featured in this section are recognised or accredited with relevantindustrybodies,suchas:» Australian Institute of EnvironmentalHealth(AIEH)

» EnvironmentInstituteofAustraliaand New Zealand (EIANZ)

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B Computer Science 3506 3 years [computer forensics] Mathematics PE Feb 041105G

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3564 3 years [computer forensics] CA, HA, PA Feb* 041145K

B Policing 4555 3 years [policing theory and practice] Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics BA Feb 044801C

B Science (Forensic Science)

3589 3 years [forensic science] HA Feb 049084J

B Social Science 1634 3 years [criminology] BA, PE Feb# 041159D

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

If your childhood dream was (and still is) to catch the ‘bad guys’ by outsmarting them, yourfingerprintsaremostdefinitelyalloveracareer in forensics, policing or criminology.

UWSoffersanarrayofcoursescoveringareas from law enforcement and computer security through to understanding the different typesofcrime,devianceandvictimisation.You’llhavetheopportunitytocombinetheoretical and practical studies across a range of related disciplines, thereby opening doors to many career opportunities.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’llbe eligible to seek employment in a range offields,includingpoliceservices,forensicscience,environmentalinvestigation,securityconsulting, crime reporting and writing, juvenilejusticeandintelligenceservices.

Your driving interestsOur range of forensics, policing and criminologydegreescoverssucha broad spectrum that sometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step.

Askyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?Am I more interested in the science aspectsofinvestigations?DoIpreferworkingwithpeopleortechnology?DoIwanttohelptroubledjuvenilesorbringhardenedcriminalstojustice?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS Forensics Doyoulovescience?Doyouenjoyfindingcluesandsolvingpuzzles?Doyouhaveanenquiringandquestioningmind?

As a Forensic Scientist you’ll apply scientific procedures and techniques to theexaminationofphysicalevidencethatmayassistinlegalinvestigation.Youmayspecialise in numerous fields including chemistry, physics, toxicology, document examination, molecular biology, computer forensics and forensic psychology.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Science (Forensic Science)» Bachelor of Computer Science – majorinComputerForensics

» Bachelor of Computer Science(Advanced)–majorin Computer Forensics

UWS PolicingDoyouliketohelpandprotectothers?Wouldyouliketoservethecommunityinatrulypositiveway?Are you looking for a career that is unpredictableandfarfromordinary?

Withitsfocusonproblemsolvingandanalytical skills, the Policing degree opens doors into the NSW Police force, the Australian Federal Police, numerous other law enforcement agencies, and anarrayofalternativecareers.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Policing

UWS CriminologyAre you interested in statistics, sociology orpsychology?Wouldyouenjoydevelopingplansandpoliciestohelpbusinessandgovernmentcombatcrime?Doyoustrivetobeproactiveanddesiretohelppeopleandthecommunity?

AsaCriminologistyou’llinvestigatethelegalsystem and how criminals are treated, why crimehappensandadvisegovernmentsand communities on how crime can be preventedormanaged.Youmightworkin fields such as corporate crime, and juvenile,familyandcorrectionalservices.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Social Science (withCriminologymajor)

* Students may be eligible for the July intake if they are eligible for academic credit in appropriate Autumn Session (Feb) units.

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B Computer Science 3506 3 years [computer forensics] Mathematics PE Feb 041105G

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3564 3 years [computer forensics] CA, HA, PA Feb* 041145K

B Policing 4555 3 years [policing theory and practice] Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics BA Feb 044801C

B Science (Forensic Science)

3589 3 years [forensic science] HA Feb 049084J

B Social Science 1634 3 years [criminology] BA, PE Feb# 041159D

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

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Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWSmaintainswithgovernmentagencies,aswellasprivatebusiness and industry, many of the courses featured in this section are recognised or accredited with relevantindustrybodies,suchas:» Australian Computer Society» Australian and New Zealand

Forensic Science Society» Australian Society for Biochemistry

and Molecular Biology» Australian Society of Microbiology» College of Forensic Psychologists» NSW Police» Royal Australian Chemical Institute

Highlights ... » UWS is the only NSW institution

to offer a Bachelor of Computer ScienceComputerForensicsmajor.

» Industry placement and specialist facilitiesareprovidedtosupportcourses e.g. practical experience is gained in a dedicated crime-scene house, where simulated crimesprovidephysicalevidencescenariosforinvestigation,evidencecollectionandanalysis.

» The UWS Policing program is runinconjunctionwiththeNSWPolice with the final semester of study being undertaken at the NSW Police Academy.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

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Weliveinacomplexworldgovernedbylaws, rules and regulations which exist to safeguard all of us. Some of these laws are local, some span oceans and timezones,whileothersevenextendbeyondearth’sstratospheretooverseemankind’sactivitiesinspaceexploration.

Challenging or defending these laws requires dedicated professionals with specialised skills and knowledge. Such professionals are always in demand andworkinadiverserangeoffields.

Our law courses keep pace with the changingprofessionalenvironmentbyintegrating up-to-date academic content withprofessionallegalskills.You’llhavethe ability to analyse legal material and developskillsinmooting,legaldrafting,courtadvocacy,legalresearch,clientadvising,oralcommunication, negotiation and mediation.

UWS Graduate career outcomesA law career is both challenging and rewarding, but that’s also what makes a career in law so satisfying on both aprofessionalandpersonallevel.

As a graduate you’ll be well equipped for acareerinavarietyofareasrelatedtolegal practice. These include leadership roles in politics, banks, financial institutions, large corporations, unions andmajorgovernmentinstitutions.

Your driving interestsDoesthelegalprofessionintrigueyou?Doyoufeelpassionateaboutdefendingtherightsofothersandensuringjusticeisdoneforthebenefitofindividuals,businessandthegreatercommunity?Ifso,it’stimeto take your first step into a law career.

Ourlawcoursesprovidesuchabroadspectrum of career opportunities that sometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step.

Askyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?WhattypeofchallengesdoIenjoy?Am I interested in international law, businesslaw,environmentalissues,criminallaw,orotherspecialisedfield?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

» Combined Law Degrees Tailor your studies to your specific goals by combining our accredited Bachelor of Laws degree with another degree.Whenyougraduateyou’llhavetwo degrees, and excellent legal skills relevanttoprofessionalemployment.

» Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry) If you’re a graduate and you’re looking to moveintolaw,thisisthecourseforyou.

» Bachelor of Laws (Non-Graduate Entry) Ready to take the next step in your legal career or perhaps take a new direction entirely?Ifyou’renotauniversitygraduate,butyouhavesometertiarystudybehindyou,ORyouhavesignificantrelevantworkexperience, this is the course for you.

Professional RecognitionGraduates can apply to the Legal Profession Admissions Board for admission as a lawyer in NSW after undertaking Practical Legal Training (PLT). UWS law students can apply for entry to the UWS PLT course while completing their law degree and hence fast track their career.

Course Code Duration Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Laws (Graduate entry) 2501 3 years CA, PA Feb/July 041111J

B Laws (Non-Graduate entry)

2502 4 years CA Feb/July 041112G

B Arts/B Laws 2537 5 years CA, PA Feb/July 041113G

B Business and Commerce/B Laws

2740 5 years CA, PA Feb/July 060300B

B Communication Studies/B Laws

2723 5 years CA, PA Feb/July 054282E

B Economics/B Laws 2526 5 years CA, PA Feb/July 041124D

B Social Science/B Laws 2538 5 years CA, PA Feb 018341G

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

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Highlights ... » Ourlawdegreeprovides

you with practical skills required in legal practice.

» Wehaveexcellentfacilitieswithquality library resources and state-of-the-art moot courts for students to practise skills.

» UWSlawstudentshaveanoutstanding record of wins in international and national mooting competitions. They recently won the prestigious Lexis Nexis Constitutional Law moot, argued before a High CourtofAustraliajudge.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

» Our new combined Bachelor of Business and Commerce/Bachelor of Laws degree course providesnotonlyforthosewishingto practise as commercial lawyers, butalsoprovidestheperfectqualification for employment in high demand areas of business including banking and finance, accounting and management.

» UWSstudentshavewonthe2008 Australian Law Students Association (ALSA) mooting competition and will now represent Australia in the international round in London.

Course Code Duration Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Laws (Graduate entry) 2501 3 years CA, PA Feb/July 041111J

B Laws (Non-Graduate entry)

2502 4 years CA Feb/July 041112G

B Arts/B Laws 2537 5 years CA, PA Feb/July 041113G

B Business and Commerce/B Laws

2740 5 years CA, PA Feb/July 060300B

B Communication Studies/B Laws

2723 5 years CA, PA Feb/July 054282E

B Economics/B Laws 2526 5 years CA, PA Feb/July 041124D

B Social Science/B Laws 2538 5 years CA, PA Feb 018341G

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Nootherprofessiongivesyoutheopportunity to make such a real and positivedifference.Onadailybasis,yourskills, knowledge and care result in long-lasting–oftenlife-giving–changestothelivesofpatients,theirfamiliesandfriends.

Housedinourbrandnew,$52million,state-of-the-art medical education and research facility, the UWS medical program is dedicatedtodeliveringamedicaleducationtorivalanyuniversityinAustralia.

UWSisoneofthefewuniversitiestoofferamedicalprograminconjunctionwithnursing,allied health and complementary medicine degrees.Thisprovidesanopportunityforcross-collaboration between these areas.

It is an integrated program in which the basic sciences and areas of knowledge underpinning medical practice are learnt in a frameworkthatemphasisesactivelearning,basedonclinicalandotherrelevantscenarios.

Our medical degree will teach you a holisticviewofhealthandoutstandingcommunication skills to ensure you possess an excellent ‘bed side manner’.

Teaching of clinical skills begins in the first year and continues throughout the program. In the last three years of the course, students undertake clinical placements in a wide range of settings across Greater Western Sydney and beyond.

UWS Graduate career outcomesAsagraduateofthefive-yearmedicinedegreeyou’llhavetheopportunityto pursue numerous careers in the medical profession, including:» medical practitioner» specialist (with further study)» medical administrator» medical researcher» medical teacher.

Graduates(subjecttovisaandresidencystatus) can usually find work in the hospital systeminAustraliaandoverseas.However,intern positions in Australian hospitals are not guaranteed for graduates who are not Australiancitizensorpermanentresidents.

Your driving interestsThe UWS medical degree opens the doors to a broad spectrum of career opportunities and specialisations. Your skills and knowledge willbehighlyvaluedandindemand.

Askyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?WouldI prefer to be a GP in my local community or specialise and work in a hospital or other medicalcarefacility?DoIlovescienceandwouldIprefertopursuearesearchfield?

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery

i�See also Bachelor of Medical Science on page 61

Professional RecognitionAs a graduate you’ll be eligible for registration by medical boards in all Australian states and territories and NewZealand(subjecttomeetingcitizenshiporresidencerequirementsand completing an Internship), and able to apply for registration in a numberofoverseascountries.

Highlights ... » Brand new state-of-the-art $52millionmedicaleducationand research facility

» Staffed by Australia’s most experienced and respected medical practitioners and researchers

» Earn your medical degreeinfiveyears

» Rotating clinical placements» Local and international work

experience opportunities» Excellent research opportunities

Course Code Duration Major Studies Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Medicine/B Surgery* 4641 5 years The course is horizontally and vertically integrated, with all students completing the same units

Chemistry CA Feb 060218G

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

* NSW Health Requirements: Students who may be required as part of their course to undertake placements in the NSW healthsectorwillneedtocomplywithNSWHealthvaccinationpolicywhichrequiresvaccinationagainstsomeorallofthefollowing:AdultDiphtheria,Tetanus,AcellularPertussis,HepatitisA,HepatitisB,Influenza,Measles,Mumps,Rubella,Varicella(chickenpox),Tuberculosis(BCG).StudentsareadvisedtoconsulttheirCourseAdvisoronenrolment.

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Chemistry CA Feb 060218G

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In health lies happiness, and a nursing or health sciences degree is certainly your key to a happy and rewarding career.

UWS is Australia’s premier nursing and health sciences education institution. It is internationally renowned for producing high calibre graduates, and those graduatesenjoyhighemploymentrates.

Inadditiontoprovidinghighquality,contemporary,evidencebasedhealthstudies, our programs offer professional recognition,industrybasedprojectsandplacements, flexible course structures, local and international work experience opportunities,plusmuchmore!

Ourcourseshavestrongacademicand practical components and lead to registration and professional practice in a range of health professions.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of fields, including:» nursing» complementary medicines» public and social health» occupational therapy» sport and exercise science» health research» environmentalhealth» education» health promotion and management» therapeutic recreation.

i�Check pages 56–57 for a full list of courses.

Your driving interestsOur range of nursing and health sciences degreescoverssuchabroadspectrumthatsometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step.

Askyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?DoIhaveapassionateinterestinresearch,theenvironment,complementarymedicine,naturopathy, sports medicine or some other field?DoIdesiretoworkdirectlywiththesick,elderlyorveryyoung?WouldIliketoteachandpromotegoodhealthandexercise?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS NursingDoyouhaveastrongdesiretohelpothersintheirtimeofneed?Doyouwanttomakeadifferencetopeople’slives?Doyouwantskills and knowledge which will open doors to employmentopportunitiesvirtuallyanywhereintheworldwhereyouwanttotravelorlive?

UWS is one of the largest nursing education institutionsinAustralia.Ourprogramsgiveyou practical and theoretical knowledge, as well as the professional experience and research skills necessary to make a differencetoyourlifeandthelivesofothers.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Nursing» Bachelor of Nursing (Graduate Entry)» BachelorofNursing(Advanced)

UWS Health SciencesDoyoudesireforyourhealthcareertoextendfarbeyondthecareofindividuals?Would you like to make an impact on the healthandwell-beingofentirepopulations?

Health is a highly complex and multifaceted area, so our health science degree is flexible. Itgivesyoucoreskillsandintroductoryknowledge in health sciences, as well ascomprehensiveandspecialisedskillsto match your career aspirations.

You’llhavetheoptiontocompleteakeyprograminhealthpromotion,healthservicesmanagement, therapeutic recreation or a specialistprograminPersonalDevelopment,HealthandPhysicalEducation(PDHPE).

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Health Science» BachelorofHealthScience(PDHPE)

UWS Occupational TherapyWouldyouliketohelpthosewithinjuriesordisabilitiesleadasnormalalifeaspossible?Doyouadmireandencouragepeople’sdeterminationtoovercomeobstacles?

Thisdegreegivesyoutheprofessionalskillsand knowledge you’ll need to assess and providetherapyforpeoplewho,becauseofillness,injuryorcircumstances,arelimitedintheirabilitytoperformeverydaytasks. You may help someone with a spinalcordinjuryreturntowork,youmayrecommend modifications to their car so theycandriveagain,oryoumayhelpchildren with disabilities attend school. Occupational therapy is about getting people toparticipatefullyineverypartoftheirlife.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Applied Science

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Our course units encompass high performancesport,musculoskeletalinjuryrehabilitation,andexerciseinthepreventionand management of health problems including obesity, diabetes and heart disease.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Applied Science

(Sport and Exercise Science)

i�See also Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) on page 34

UWS Complementary MedicineDoyoubelieveinnaturalhealthremediesand the self-healing powers of the human body?DoyouacceptthatancientEasternmedical wisdom can co-exist with and evencomplementmodernmedicine?

Complementary medicine is an area that has gained enormous interest and respectoverrecentyears.Thisrapidlygrowing field of health care, diagnosis, treatmentandpreventionofillnessneeds dedicated professionals.

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B Nursing* 4642 3 years Mathematics and Science CA, HA, PA Feb 041099M

B Nursing (Graduate Entry)*

4643 2 years Mathematics and Science HA Jan 050935E

B Nursing (Advanced) 4648 3 years English, Mathematics and Science CA, HA, PA Feb 063558G

B Applied Science (Occupational Therapy)

4520 4 years [biological and social sciences, occupational therapy] CA Feb 044750J

B Applied Science (Sport and Exercise Science)

4558 3 years [anatomy and physiology, bioenergetics, biomechanics, exercise, exercise physiology, exercise prescription, motor control and learning, sport and exercise psychology, sports physiology, and the application of these foundation sciences to sport]

Science or Mathematics CA Feb 044758A

B Applied Science (Traditional Chinese Medicine)

4565 4 years [acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Chinese medical theory, clinical studies, medical and health sciences]

BA Feb 044760G

B Health Science (Health Promotion, Health Services Management, Social Health Studies, Therapeutic Recreation)

4545 3 years [health promotion, health services management and therapeutic recreation] PE Feb/July 044779G

B Health Science (PDHPE)

4549 3 years [personal development, health and physical education or community and family studies] Personal Development, Health and Physical Education or Community and Family Studies

PE Feb 044787G

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*NSWHealthRequirements:StudentswhomayberequiredaspartoftheircoursetoundertakeplacementsintheNSWhealthsectorwillneedtocomplywithNSWHealthvaccinationpolicywhichrequiresvaccinationagainstsomeorallofthefollowing:AdultDiphtheria,Tetanus,AcellularPertussis,HepatitisA,HepatitisB,Influenza,Measles,Mumps,Rubella,Varicella(chickenpox),Tuberculosis (BCG).

i�www.health.nsw.gov.au/policies/pd/2007/pdf/pd2007_006.pdfStudentsareadvisedtoconsulttheirCourseAdvisoronenrolment.

Highlights ... » UWS is one of Australia’s largest

nursing education institutions.» Nurses can find work in the hospital systeminAustraliaandoverseas.

» UWSNursinggraduateshavea high employment rate and arevaluedfortheirenthusiasm,commitment and competence.

» UWS is internationally renowned for itsteachingandresearchactivities.

» UWS is ‘home’ to the internationally renowned Centre for Complementary Medicine Research.

Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWSmaintainswithgovernmentagencies,aswellasprivatebusiness and industry, many of the courses featured in this section are recognised or accredited with relevantindustrybodies,suchas:» Australian Association for Exercise

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» DiversionalTherapyAssociation of Australia

» NSWDepartmentofEducation» NursesandMidwivesBoard,NSW» Nurse Registration Boards

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B Nursing* 4642 3 years Mathematics and Science CA, HA, PA Feb 041099M

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4643 2 years Mathematics and Science HA Jan 050935E

B Nursing (Advanced) 4648 3 years English, Mathematics and Science CA, HA, PA Feb 063558G

B Applied Science (Occupational Therapy)

4520 4 years [biological and social sciences, occupational therapy] CA Feb 044750J

B Applied Science (Sport and Exercise Science)

4558 3 years [anatomy and physiology, bioenergetics, biomechanics, exercise, exercise physiology, exercise prescription, motor control and learning, sport and exercise psychology, sports physiology, and the application of these foundation sciences to sport]

Science or Mathematics CA Feb 044758A

B Applied Science (Traditional Chinese Medicine)

4565 4 years [acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Chinese medical theory, clinical studies, medical and health sciences]

BA Feb 044760G

B Health Science (Health Promotion, Health Services Management, Social Health Studies, Therapeutic Recreation)

4545 3 years [health promotion, health services management and therapeutic recreation] PE Feb/July 044779G

B Health Science (PDHPE)

4549 3 years [personal development, health and physical education or community and family studies] Personal Development, Health and Physical Education or Community and Family Studies

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» UWS offers the only Health PromotionandHealthServicesManagement key programs in NSW.

» Practical experience is offered in the following programs:» Nursing: offers clinical placements

in a range of health settingas» Traditional Chinese Medicine: providesaclinicaltrainingprogram including a 10-week clinical practicum in China.

» Occupational Therapy: 30 weeks of fieldwork/clinical experience

» Health Science: fieldwork experienceinavarietyofgovernmentandnon-governmentsettings.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

» The UWS Occupational Therapy degree is highly regarded in industry and is led by well-known experienced professional and research academics.

» Students pursuing Bachelor of Applied Science (Traditional Chinese Medicine) will be involvedattheUWSCentrefor Complementary Medicine Research(CompleMED)–internationally recognised as a world leader in complementary medicine research.

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psychology school in Australia and the largest in NSW.

» TheUniversityhastwoprestigious research centres relating to the psychology area, which attract both academics and grants internationally.

» Our Psychology program combinesevidence-basedbiological,cognitive,neurological,social,developmentalandpersonality theory with statistical expertise and a solid grounding in practical experience.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

Thehumanmindisanamazingthing – understanding how it thinksisevenmoreamazing!

Psychology is the study of the mind and mental states, processes and of human behaviour.Inpsychologyliesthepowertobetterunderstandourselvesandothers.Itrevealsthemotivationsbehindour thoughts and actions, and how we perceiveandmakesenseoftheworld.

Are you fascinated by the intrigues of the human psyche and excited by the prospectofmakingapositivecontributionto human health, work, education, sport,homeandfamilylife?Ifso,setyour mind on a psychology degree.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of fields, including clinical, industrial and organisational counselling psychology,vocationalpsychology,clinicalneuropsychology,developmentaldisability and educational psychology, psychology and the law, media, human resources, and forensic psychology.

These positions are found in hospitals, educational organisations, industry, sports institutionsandgovernmentdepartments.Psychologists may also be self-employed.

Your driving interestsAskyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?DoIwanttocounselandhelpothers?AmIinterestedinthelawandthecriminalmind?AmIkeentohelpothersachievetheirwork,sportingorpersonalgoals?AmIinterestedin biological psychology or do I want to combinemyinterestsinartswithpsychology?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:» Bachelor of Psychology» Bachelor of Arts (Psychology key program)

Professional RecognitionThe Bachelor of Psychology satisfies the educational requirements for conditional registration as a psychologist-in-training with the NSW Psychologists Registration Board. The course also meets the Associate Membership requirements of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Both organisations require afurthertwoyearsofsupervisedexperience before granting full registration and membership.

Completion of the Psychology key program within the Bachelor of Arts followed by either an Honours program, or a postgraduate Diplomaprogramwillsatisfytheeducational requirements of the NSW Psychologists Registration Board and the APS as accredited four-year sequences in psychology. Both bodies require a further two yearsofsupervisedexperienceasa psychologist before granting full registration and membership.

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B Psychology 1500 4 years Psychology BA Feb 041143A

B Arts 1604 3 years Psychology BA, PE Feb/July 040992A

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History’sgreatestscientificadvancesnotwithstanding, the world of science is most noteworthy, not for all the things we know, but for all the things we don’t.

Scienceisyouropportunitytodiscover…Discovernewfacts.Discovernewways of thinking about them. Exert your imaginationanddiscovertomorrow.

Offering a wide range of contemporary and innovativedegrees,oursciencesprogramcombinesadvancedacademicknowledgewith practical real-life training, inspiring academics,smallerclasssizesandstate-of-the-artfacilities,givingyoueverythingyou need to pursue a scientific career.

Our courses are in tune with today’s rapidadvancesandenjoystronglinkswithindustry,highprofilegovernmentorganisationsandprivatebusinesses.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of fields, including: » medical research or clinical

disease diagnostics» water and food quality analysis» forensic science» pharmaceuticals » scientificjournalism» pollution control» forestry, agriculture, horticulture,

chemical, paint, plastics or mining» mathematics or statistics» financial analysis and forecasting» community health» teaching and research» animal welfare or wildlife management» marketing and sales.

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Your driving interestsOurrangeofsciencedegreescoverssuch a broad spectrum that sometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step.

Askyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?Am I concerned about animal welfare, or environmentalissuesandsustainability? DoIhaveaheadformathematics,statistics,financialanalysisorsimilarfields?DoIhavea passion for chemistry, medical research, orscientificreporting/journalism?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS Animal ScienceDoyouloveallkindsofanimals?Areyoufascinatedbyanimalbehaviourandanimalpsychology?Doyouhaveaninterestinthequalityoflifeofanimals?Orwouldyoulikeascience career where your research laboratory isanythingbutawhitesterileroom?

If yes, animal science at UWS is the natural choice. Unlike other animal science courses, this course adopts a holistic approach,coveringmodernanimalscience,companion animals for work and play, animal production and wildlife management. Traditional areas including anatomy, physiologyandbehaviourarealsocovered.

In the Bachelor of Science (Animal Science) program you will learn how animals function.Areascoveredincludephysiologyandbiochemistryoftissuesandmajororgan systems, reproduction, genetics, nutrition and immunology to name a few.Improvinganimalproductivity,andhealthandwelfarearealsocovered.

The Bachelor of Natural Science (Animal Science) deals with the interaction betweenanimalsandtheirenvironment.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Animal Science

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UWS Biomolecular ScienceAre you fascinated by health and disease?Doyouwanttounderstandhow genes and proteins work inside your body?Doyouwanttodiscovernewtherapeuticdrugs?Ifyes,thenacareerinBiomolecular Science may be for you.

As a scientist in a biomolecular field you willhelpsolvehumanhealthproblemsby researching the causes of disease or providingthediagnostictoolsandnoveldrugs for treating disease. Graduates in thisdegreemaybebiologistswhohavespecialised in Human Molecular Biology and are highly trained in protein, cell and DNAtechnologies,ortheymaybechemistswhohavespecialisedinPharmaceuticalChemistry and are trained in designing, developingandanalysingnoveldrugsfortreatingdiseaseandimprovinghealth.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Biomolecular Science

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UWS Medical ScienceAre you fascinated by the underlying scienceofmedicine?Wouldyouliketopursue a career in medical research, hospital or pathology laboratories, the pharmaceutical or cosmetics industries, scientificsalesorqualityassurance?

If yes, you should consider our medical scienceprogram.Coveringarangeofscientific disciplines, this degree allows you tochoosesubjectswhichsuityourcareergoals. Specialisations include biomedical science, medicinal chemistry and human bioscience.Youcanalsochooseelectivesfrom science or other disciplines.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Medical Science

i�See also Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery on page 52

i�See also Bachelor of Biomolecular Science on this page

UWS BiotechnologyWanttobeinvolvedinthemostrapidlygrowingfieldsofappliedscience?Are you interested in diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions or the enhancementoffoodproduction?

Biotechnologists apply scientific and engineering principles to harness microbial, plant and animal cells in producing goods andservices,includingfood,drink,medicines and chemicals. Biotechnology also plays an important role in dealing with wastematerial,theremovalofpollutantsintheenvironment,andmicrobiologyof plants, pests and diseases.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)

UWS ScienceAre you interested in a specialist career in biological science, biotechnology, chemistry, generalscienceormathematicalscience?

If yes, consider our Bachelor of Science program. This degree allows you to specialise in a particular area of science (you will transfer toyourpreferredmajorattheendofthefirst year) or gain a broad-based education inarangeofthesciences.Youwilldevelopfundamental skills in quantification, analysis, technical skills, confidence and independence in conducting laboratory work and fieldwork.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Science» Bachelor of Science (Biological Science)» Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)» Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)» Bachelor of Science (Mathematical Science)» BachelorofScience(AdvancedScience)

i�See also Bachelor of Science (Nanotechnology) on page 62

UWSAdvancedScienceIs there a particular area of science that captures your imagination and your desire foradeeperunderstanding?Doestheideaofacareerinscientificresearchexciteyou?

Ifyes,ourAdvancedScienceprogramisdefinitely for you. Students can follow any of the streams offered in the Bachelor of Science, including Biomolecular Science, Biological Science, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Forensic Science, General Science, Gene Science, Nanotechnology, Mathematical Science and Medical Science, but undertake studyatahigherlevelincorporatingasignificant amount of scientific research.

Students are linked with experienced academic staff and research groups. This challenging program includes advancedcoursework,extensionactivitiesandbasicresearchtraining.

Consider the following course:» BachelorofScience(AdvancedScience)

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B Science 3640 3 years Nanotechnology [nanotechnology] Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics CA Feb 041144M

B Science (Advanced Science)

3562 3 years [biological science, biomolecular science, biotechnology, chemistry, forensic science, general science, mathematical science, medical science and nanotechnology]

Chemistry and Mathematics CA, HA, PA Feb* 041145K

B Biomolecular Science 3632 3 years [human molecular biology and pharmaceutical chemistry] Chemistry and Mathematics CA Feb* 060301A

B Medical Science 3577 3 years [biomedical science, medicinal chemistry and human bioscience] Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics CA, HA Feb/July 044792K

B Science 3640 3 years Animal Science [animal behaviour, animal health and welfare, animal nutrition, animal reproduction, animal research, endocrinology, human animal interactions and wildlife science]

Biology and Chemistry HA Feb 041144M

Biological Science [biochemistry and molecular biology, conservation biology, environmental science, general biology, human biology, microbiology, plant biology]

Mathematics and Chemistry HA, PA

Biotechnology [biotechnology, chemistry, fermentation, laboratory quality management, mammalian cell biology and biotechnology, microbiology, molecular biology, process engineering, science ethics and the law, water and wastewater management]

Chemistry HA

Chemistry [chemistry, geochemistry] Chemistry PA

Mathematical Science [computational decision making, knowledge discovery and data mining, mathematics, statistics]

Mathematics CA, PA

Plant Science [botany, biodiversity, plant physiology, ecology and Australian plants] Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics HA

B Natural Science 3637 3 years Animal Science [animal behaviour, animal health and welfare, animal nutrition, animal production, animal reproduction, human animal interactions, vertebrate biodiversity and wildlife science]

English, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, or Agriculture

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UWS Plant ScienceAre you fascinated by how plants grow, what they need for growth, how they respondtotheirenvironmentandhowtheyevolve?AtUWSplantsarestudiedatvariouslevels,fromthechemicalreactionsandmoleculesfundamentaltoalllivesto the role plants play in ecosystems.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Science (Plant Science)

i�See also Bachelor of Natural Science on page 27

i�See also Bachelor of Natural Science (Horticulture) on page 26

UWS Gene ScienceWanttobeinvolvedinasciencethatcapturestheattentionoftheworld?Wouldyouliketomaketheworldabetterplace?

Gene science is one of the most exciting sciencesofourtime,deliveringprofoundbenefitsinvirtuallyeverydomain,frommedicine to agriculture, food production to environmentalremediation.Italreadyhelpsprevent,detect,treatandcurediseases,protectingmillionsoflives,anditsimpactinthe future will be much greater, particularly withthepositivehealthoutcomespromisedby stem cell research and gene therapy.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Science (Gene Science)

UWS NanotechnologyAre you intrigued by new technologies, how everythingseemstobegettingsmaller,faster,lighterandsmarter?Wanttodeveloprevolutionarynewproductsthatwillhaveanimpactonthelivesofeveryone,everywhere?

Nanotechnology is the manipulation of individualatomsandmoleculesthataremeasured in nanometres (one millionth ofamillimetreinsize).Ithasbeensaidthat nanotechnology will radically change the world. The potential of this science is practically limitless and it is set to transform industries ranging from consumer goods and computerstotheenvironmentandmedicine.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Science (Nanotechnology)

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B Science 3640 3 years Nanotechnology [nanotechnology] Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics CA Feb 041144M

B Science (Advanced Science)

3562 3 years [biological science, biomolecular science, biotechnology, chemistry, forensic science, general science, mathematical science, medical science and nanotechnology]

Chemistry and Mathematics CA, HA, PA Feb* 041145K

B Biomolecular Science 3632 3 years [human molecular biology and pharmaceutical chemistry] Chemistry and Mathematics CA Feb* 060301A

B Medical Science 3577 3 years [biomedical science, medicinal chemistry and human bioscience] Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics CA, HA Feb/July 044792K

B Science 3640 3 years Animal Science [animal behaviour, animal health and welfare, animal nutrition, animal reproduction, animal research, endocrinology, human animal interactions and wildlife science]

Biology and Chemistry HA Feb 041144M

Biological Science [biochemistry and molecular biology, conservation biology, environmental science, general biology, human biology, microbiology, plant biology]

Mathematics and Chemistry HA, PA

Biotechnology [biotechnology, chemistry, fermentation, laboratory quality management, mammalian cell biology and biotechnology, microbiology, molecular biology, process engineering, science ethics and the law, water and wastewater management]

Chemistry HA

Chemistry [chemistry, geochemistry] Chemistry PA

Mathematical Science [computational decision making, knowledge discovery and data mining, mathematics, statistics]

Mathematics CA, PA

Plant Science [botany, biodiversity, plant physiology, ecology and Australian plants] Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics HA

B Natural Science 3637 3 years Animal Science [animal behaviour, animal health and welfare, animal nutrition, animal production, animal reproduction, human animal interactions, vertebrate biodiversity and wildlife science]

English, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, or Agriculture

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Highlights ... » The science program is

flexible, letting you focus on one or more areas.

» Students in the animal science programhavethebenefitof on campus facilities, including cattle, sheep, horses and deer.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

» Industrybasedprojectsand placements are offered in many programs.

» Excellent research opportunities are offered.

» Students studying animal science haveaccesstocampusanimalfacilities including reptiles, marsupials, horses, sheep, cattle, and deer and off campus animal professionals and organisations suchaswildlifeparks,zoos,farms, and horse studs.

Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWSmaintainswithgovernmentagencies,aswellasprivatebusiness and industry, many of the courses featured in this section are recognised or accredited with relevantindustrybodies,suchas:

Bachelor of Science» Australian Biotechnology

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Microbiology (Biological Sciences and Biotechnology)

» Statistical Society of Australia (Mathematics)

Bachelor of Science (Advanced Science)» Australian Institute of Biology » Australian Society for Biochemistry

and Molecular Biology» Australian Society for Microbiology » Royal Australian Chemical Institute» Royal Zoological Society

Bachelor of Medical Science (dependingonmajorschosen)» Australian Association of

Clinical Biochemists» Australian Institute of Biology » Australian Institute of

Medical Scientists » Australian Society for Biochemistry

and Molecular Biology» Royal Australian Chemical Institute

Bachelor of Science (Nanotechnology)» Australian Institute of Biology» Australian Institute of Physics» Royal Australian Chemical Institute

Bachelor of Science (Gene Science)» Australian Institute of Biology» Australian Society for Biochemistry

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B Social Science 1634 3 years Urban Management (key program)Adult and Community Education (key program)[community studies criminology employment relations humanitarian and peace studies social psychology and social research sociologytourism managementurban studies]

English PEBABABA, PEPAPEPEBA, PEPEPE

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B Social Work 4598 4 years [social work] English BA Feb 013975D

B Community Welfare 4522 3 years English BA Feb 044766A

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The world is a much smaller place than it once was…innovationssuchastheinternetand24/7globalcommercehavevirtuallyeliminatedthebarriersofdistanceanddifferingtimezonesto transform us into a ‘global community’. As aresult,wearemoreawarethaneverthatweshare the world with others, hence the Social Sciencesaremoreimportantthanever!

Peopleandtheirvariouscommunities,friendships,lifestyles,vocations,attitudes,behaviours,troublesandambitionsaretheessence of our world – and they’re also the focus of the Social Sciences. The Social Sciences hold the key to understanding, and enhancing, the world of people. Through theSocialScienceswecanpositivelyimpactthelivesofpeopleeverywhere.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted,you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of fields, including youth, family and community work, urban and regional management, social planning, policy and research,employmentrelations,juvenilejustice,communitydevelopmentandeducation,internationalsocialdevelopment,tourism management and law enforcement. A degree in the Social Sciences is your opportunity to make a difference in the world.

Youcanchoosefromavarietyofdisciplines,including Adult Education, Social Work, Criminology and Social Psychology.

Your driving interestsOurrangeofsocialsciencesdegreescoverssuch a broad spectrum that sometimes choosing your degree and career path can be the most difficult first step.

Askyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?DoIhaveadrivingambitiontomaketheworldabetterplace?DoIwanttocounselandhelpothers?DoIbelievethecommunitypoliciesdevelopedbyourgovernmentsandleadersneedchanging?DoIlovemeetingandworkingwithpeoplefromdifferentbackgrounds?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS Community WelfareAre you concerned about the long term welfare of our communities and the direction inwhichtheyareheading?Doyouhaveadrivingambitiontohelpthoselessfortunateandotherdisadvantagedgroups?

ABachelorofCommunityWelfareprovidesaflexiblebutcomprehensivegroundingin sociology, welfare policy and practice, community work and psychology leading to a range of rewarding careers, including the fields of family and community.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Community Welfare

UWS Social WorkAre you wanting to help people deal with personalandsocialproblems?Doyouadmire the work done by dedicated, professionalandcaringsocialworkers?

ABachelorofSocialWorkprovidesyouwithvaluablesocialworktheoryandpracticeskills,preparingyouforeffectiveprofessionalpractice as a social worker. It allows you to graduate into a social work position both locally and internationally with no further study.Yourworkoptionsincludeprivateandgovernmentagencies,welfaresupportorganisations, or community groups.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Social Work

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Career Outcome Case StudyName Charlotte Mahon

Year completed degree 2002

Degree completedBachelor of Community Welfare (Youth Work)

Previous positionBefore applying to UWS I had already earnedmyDiplomainChildandYouthWork at Humber College in Toronto, and worked a few years in the field.

Current position titleCounsellor with the YMCA of Greater Toronto’s Youth Substance Abuse Program (YSAP).

Years/months in that positionOverfouryears.

Description of current dutiesIprovideone-to-onecounsellingandactivitiesfor'streetinvolved'youngpeopleand/orthosewhohavesubstance use related concerns.

I continue to work relief at a residential treatment program for boys aged six to 12 andhavebeenhiredasapart-timeinstructorin a college Child and Youth Worker program.

How degree was usefulThe degree from UWS helped to open doors for me in terms of eligibility for employment. Many places require a degree and it also boosted salary possibilities in some positions. Mostrecently,IhaveappliedtoaMastersprogram here in Toronto and been accepted to begin part-time this fall. The degree at UWS wasalsohelpfultomyoverallunderstandingof the youth work profession. I did not relearn thingsIhadpreviouslystudiedatcollegeand was able to experience youth work on somewhatofan‘international’perspective.

Advice for prospective studentsEnjoyeverythingthatAustraliahastooffer.If possible plan your time and budget around seeing more of the country. The Universityoffersmanygreattrips.UsingtheUniversityservicesforinternationalstudents was a great help as far as accommodation,visasandmuchmore.

Plan to work hard at uni and get a jobinthefieldthatyouarestudyingin Australia. International experience always looks good on a resume.

UWS Social ScienceAreyoulookingforavariedcareerin a field that focuses on the real issuesofhumansociety?

A Bachelor of Social Science will expand your understanding of the social world through theory,researchandaction,providingyouwith a deeper appreciation of the complex, culturallydiverseanddynamicsocialenvironmentofthe21stcentury.Thecourseallows you to choose different specialisations and combinations of units to tailor-make your future and fulfil your career goals.

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B Social Science 1634 3 years Urban Management (key program)Adult and Community Education (key program)[community studies criminology employment relations humanitarian and peace studies social psychology and social research sociologytourism managementurban studies]

English PEBABABA, PEPAPEPEBA, PEPEPE

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B Social Work 4598 4 years [social work] English BA Feb 013975D

B Community Welfare 4522 3 years English BA Feb 044766A

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» The Bachelor of Social Work is fully accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

Highlights ... » Field placements are offered in

the Social Work and Community Welfareprogramstogiveyouhands-on experience in a supervisedenvironment.

» As part of the final year in the Bachelor of Community Welfare (InternationalSocialDevelopment)program, you’ll spend 4–6 months inadevelopingcountryhelpingtoset up community programs.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

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Ifyouwanttomakeapositivedifferencetoindividualsandthewiderworld,teachingisone of the most rewarding ways in which to do it. You can work with people of all ages and backgrounds, helping their growth and developmentand,ultimately,improvingsocialand educational standards across society. Furthermore,youcanteachinsubjectareasthat you excel in and are passionate about.

Courses are designed so you enter the workforce work-ready – with a strong balance of theory and practical skills, to help you adapt to new challenges and complexities astheyarise.Studiesalsohaveastrongsocialjusticefocus,aimedatimprovingeducational standards across the board.

UWS Graduate career outcomesDependingonthedegreecompleted, you’ll be eligible to seek employment in a range of fields.

If your passion is to work with young children,thecomprehensivenatureandcontemporary focus of our early childhood programs are world class, and there are pathways to help you fast-track into higher-levelpositionsearlierinyourcareer.

Our primary and secondary school programs provideyouwithplentyofpracticalexperience, plus two qualifications instead of one, so your employment prospects and career progression are greatly enhanced.

If you recognise the opportunities adult education opens for helping others maximise their potential, our adult education program isoneofthemostcomprehensiveonoffer.

Another career path is Special Education working in specific areas such as early childhoodinterventionandgiftededucation.

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Your driving interestsAskyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?Would I prefer to teach early childhood, primaryorsecondaryschoolstudents?Perhaps I should consider teaching a subjectIfeelpassionateabout?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS Early ChildhoodDoyoumarvelattheinnocenceandinfectiousenthusiasmofyoungchildren?Doyouhaveagenuine desire to help these toddlers in their formativeyearsgetofftoagreatstartinlife?

Ifyouhaveapassionforworkingwithchildrenin childcare centres or Kindergarten, (Year 1 and 2), the Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies (Child and Family) is for you.

This course is your entrance to our cutting edge Master of Teaching (Early Childhood). Thispostgraduatequalificationgivesyouacomprehensiveunderstandingoftheearlychildhood curriculum. It will allow you to accelerate through your early career into higher-levelteachingpositions–andwithtwodegreesyou’llalwayshaveanadvantageovermany others applying for the same positions.

Consider the following course:» Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies

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UWS Primary EducationAre you fascinated by children (Kindergarten toYear6),watchingthemlearnandgrow?Doyoubelieveallchildrendeserveagoodeducationandthebestpossiblestartinlife?

Primary school teaching offers rich and variedwork.Youwillencounterchildrenandfellow teachers of all cultures and classes.

Turn a generalist degree like a Bachelor of Arts into a primary teaching qualification with a clear career destination in sight. Your combined degree, with a Master ofTeachingqualification,givesyouanadvantagewhenlookingforajob.Itwillalsohelpyoutoachievepromotionsandleadership positions more speedily.

Consider the following course:» B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary)

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Note: The Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to TeachingPrimary)isavailableasapackagedoffer with the Master of Teaching (Primary).

Note: Completion of the UWS Bachelor of Arts degree guarantees entry into the MasterofTeaching(Primary),providedyoureceiveapassaverageduringyourstudiesat UWS, and that you apply within one calendar year from the end of the year in which you complete your initial degree.

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UWS Secondary EducationDoyoudesiretoplayapositiveleadershiprole to children and teenagers and help them growintoresponsibleyoungadults?Doyouwanttoprovideinspirationanddirectionso they understand and appreciate their potentialtomakeadifferenceintheworld?Turn a generalist degree like a Bachelor of Arts into a clearly signposted career path in secondaryteaching.And,asaMasterslevelqualification, it can help you progress more quickly to leadership positions in schools.

Consider the following course:» B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)

with M Teaching (Secondary)» B Science (Pathway to Teaching

Secondary) with M Teaching (Secondary)

Note: The Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) and Bachelor Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) are eachavailableasapackagedofferwiththe Master of Teaching (Secondary).

Note: UWS offers guaranteed entry into the Master of Teaching (Secondary), providedyoureceiveapassaverageduringyour studies at UWS, and that you apply within one calendar year from the end of the year in which you complete your initial degree in one of the following:» English/History/LOTE teacher: ➢ Bachelor of Arts» Mathematics/Science teacher:➢ Bachelor of Science» Technology and Applied Studies teacher:

» BachelorofDesignandTechnology» Bachelor of Information Technology» Bachelor of Computer Science» BachelorofIndustrialDesign» Bachelor of Engineering

Highlights ... » UWSisoneofthelargestproviders

of professional teachers in Australia.» The UWS School of Education has

been ranked second in NSW and placed in the top ten nationwide, according to the latest Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research rankings.

» Our staff are experts in their field, closely in touch with industrydevelopments.

» Studiesalsohaveastrongsocialjusticefocus,aimedatimprovingeducationalstandards across the board.

Course Code Duration Recommended Studies IELTS Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Early Childhood Studies (Child and Family)

1615 3 years 6.5 BA, PE Feb 052905F

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary)*

M Teaching (Primary)*

1651

1608

3 years

1.5 (also offered 1 year accelerated mode)

English 6.5

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BA, PE

BA

Feb/July

Feb/July

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B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)*

M Teaching (Secondary)*

1652

1609

3 years

1.5 (also offered 1 year accelerated mode)

English 6.5

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BA, PE

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Feb/July

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B Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)*

M Teaching (Secondary)*

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1609

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Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics

6.5

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BA, CA, HA,

PE

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Feb/July

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^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

*Theconsecutivecombinationofanundergraduateartsorsciencedegreeandpostgraduateteachingqualificationwillpreparestudentsforacareerinprimaryorsecondaryteaching (depending on Masters studied). This can be completed in 4 years of study if the Master of Teaching (Primary) or Master of Teaching (Secondary) 12 months accelerated mode is undertaken. Apackagedofferisavailable.

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Career Outcome Case StudyName Kristina Zander

Year completed degree 2006

Degree completedBachelor of Teaching – Primary (now known as the Master of Teaching)

Current position titlePrimary School Teacher

Description of current dutiesI am responsible for planning and executing lessonswithvariousgroupsofstudentsacross the curriculum and ensuring their wellbeing, safety and security. I am also required to take on playground duty, go to staff meetings, mark attendance sheets and mark student work.

Previous positionsIhaveworkedinschoolsasateacher’saide working with children who had behaviouralorspecialneeds.

How degree was usefulThedegreehasgivenmeagoodunderstanding of the amount of work and dedication it takes to be a teacher. You come out with skills, resources and ideas thathavebeendevelopedand/orarestrengthened throughout the process.

The most rewarding thing would be the practical placement. Some of the best aspects of the course are the practical ideas and resources you acquire for lessons and units to be taught from the teaching staff,colleaguesandschoolsyouvisit.

Advice for prospective studentsComing to UWS to undertake the teaching course has been a good experience.

LivingandworkinginWesternSydneymeans getting the best experience from theculturaldiversitythatyouwillcomeacross in the schools you will be placed in (practical placement) and the lessons you teach. I think for the most part you will learn as much as you will teach. Many schools andteachershavebeenveryhelpfulandaccommodating to student teachers.

To sum up, I’d be open minded, and expect the unexpected. Also don’t forget to make asmanyconnectionsaspossible,haveagoodtime,travelandenjoythejourney!

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Course Code Duration Recommended Studies IELTS Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Early Childhood Studies (Child and Family)

1615 3 years 6.5 BA, PE Feb 052905F

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary)*

M Teaching (Primary)*

1651

1608

3 years

1.5 (also offered 1 year accelerated mode)

English 6.5

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BA, PE

BA

Feb/July

Feb/July

061012B

057638G

B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)*

M Teaching (Secondary)*

1652

1609

3 years

1.5 (also offered 1 year accelerated mode)

English 6.5

7

BA, PE

PE

Feb/July

Feb/July

061013A

057369G

B Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)*

M Teaching (Secondary)*

3638

1609

3 years

1.5 (also offered 1 year accelerated mode)

Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics

6.5

7

BA, CA, HA,

PE

Feb/July

Feb/July

064315G

057369G

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

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B Tourism Management 1632 3 years [cultural heritage tourism, heritage interpretation, nature-based tourism, marketing and tourism planning and tourism product development]

English, Geography, History and/or Business Studies

PE Feb 056711F

B Social Science 1634 3 years [tourism development] English PE Feb 041159D

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

Tourism is more than simply people on holidays, and Hospitality isn’t simply about providingaroomorservingameal.TourismandHospitalityareaboutmakingindividualsfeel welcome, comfortable and happy. It’s alsoaboutmanagingpeople,events,solvingproblems, and understanding the cultural differences and economic influences in the excitingworldoftravel,leisureandtourism.

Tourism and Hospitality is the world’s fastest growingindustry.Today,morepeopletravelaspartoftheireverydaylife,forwork,leisure,holidays, education and health. As a result, the industry needs professionals who can manage the range of issues and opportunities acrossbothgovernmentandprivatebusiness.

UWS Graduate career outcomesAsagraduateyou’llhavespecialisedskillsneeded by a range of organisations and business areas, thereby opening doors to an array of career opportunities.

Your career path could lead into the management of hotels, clubs, resorts, food serviceenterprises,businessconventionsandothereventmanagementandservice-orientedareas. You might also consider a related career in management, planning, marketing andresearch,orevenhumanresources.

Your driving interestsAskyourself:Whatmostinterestsme?WhattypeofchallengesdoIenjoy?DoIhaveananalyticalmindoramIalateralthinker?AmIpassionateaboutaparticulararea?Perhapsit’speoplemanagement,eventorganising,marketingandresearch?

So,whatareaofstudyisbestforyou? Consider the following:

UWS Tourism ManagementDoyoulovetravelandmeetingnewpeople?Areyouinterestedintraditional,aswellasnewspecialistareasoftourism?Would you like to gain an appreciation ofthesocial,ethicalandenvironmentalissuessurroundingsustainabletourism?

Tourismisanimportanteconomicdriverwhichgeneratesvitalincomeforrelatedbusinesses plus many other associated areas ofacountry’seconomy.You’lldevelopaholisticunderstandingoftourismandcoverawidevarietyofsectorsandaspectsincludingcultural heritage tourism, nature-based tourism such as ecotourism, wildlife tourism, environmentaltourism,aswellasmarketing.

Consider the following courses:» Bachelor of Tourism Management» Bachelor of Social Science (withTourismManagementmajor)

i�See also Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Hospitality Management) on page 34

Professional RecognitionReflecting the close contact UWSmaintainswithgovernmentagencies,aswellasprivatebusiness and industry, the tourism courses featured in this section arerecognisedbyrelevantindustry bodies, such as:» AustralianDepartmentofEnvironmentandHeritage

» CampingandCaravanIndustry Association

» National Parks and WildlifeServices

» Tourism Australia» Tourism NSW» UNESCO» World Tourism Organisation

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Career Outcome Case StudyName Shelley Roberts

Degree completedBachelor of Business (Hospitality Management) completed in 2004, followed by Bachelor of Business (Honours) completed in 2005.

Current position titleFunction Sales Manager, MirvacHotels&Resorts

Years/months in position14 months

Description of current duties• Promotionofconferenceand

function facilities at the hotel. • Securingthepieceofbusiness,and

coordinating all areas of the conference/function, including accommodation, catering,audiovisualequipment,themeing,teambuildingactivitiesandtransport.

• Theoperationalrunningoftheconference/function, ensuring it all runs smoothly and is a success.

• Designingconferencepackagesand promotional sales material.

• Humanresourceactivitiesincludingstaffing, rostering, recruitment and health and safety.

Previous positions• EventsCoordinator• FoodandBeverageAttendant• FrontOfficeGuestServiceAgent• ReservationSalesAgent

How degree was useful• Strengthenedmyunderstandingof

the hospitality industry, preparing me for employment.

• Withthewidechoiceofsubjects, I was able to focus on my interest.

• Enhancedskillssuchastimemanagement,organising, oral presentation, written communication and teamwork.

• Industryexperiencegavemetheopportunity to put the theory I was learning into practice.

Advice for prospective students • Selectsubjectstofocusonyourinterest(s).• Workcasuallyorpart-time

throughout your degree. • Donotbediscouragedbythosewhotellyouthatyoudon’tneedauniversitydegree–itisproventhatgraduatesdogofurther!!!

The Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management) has been replaced with the Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Hospitality Management key program) for 2008.

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Course Code Duration Major Studies Recommended Studies Campus^ Intake CRICOS

B Tourism Management 1632 3 years [cultural heritage tourism, heritage interpretation, nature-based tourism, marketing and tourism planning and tourism product development]

English, Geography, History and/or Business Studies

PE Feb 056711F

B Social Science 1634 3 years [tourism development] English PE Feb 041159D

^Campuses: CA = Campbelltown, BA = Bankstown, BL = Blacktown, HA = Hawkesbury, PA = Parramatta, PE = Penrith

Highlights ... » The Tourism Management programprovidesanopportunityforstudentstostudyoverseasand allows you to undertake 10 weeks of work experience or internship to get out, get involvedandgaininvaluablehands-on experience. Students are assisted by a work placement coordinator to complete industrial experiencewithanextensiverange of industry partners.

» Ourtourismstaffareinvolvedin ongoing research, which keeps them at the leading edge ofdevelopmentsintourismpractice and up-to-date with industry employment needs.

» As a hospitality management student, you can elect to studysomesubjectsoverseasduring second and third year, givingyouthechancetointernationalise your degree.

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Step 1

Submit application formComplete the International Student Admission Application form. Your application will not beconsideredunlessyouhavecompletedall sections of this form. You must:» Ensure you clearly state the course

code, course name, specialisation (if applicable) and your preferred choice ofcampusifoptionsareavailable.

» Attach certified copies of all documents thatarerequested.Forallprevioussecondary and tertiary studies you must supplyofficialrecordsshowingallsubjectsattempted,gradesachieved(includingfailures) and an explanation of the grading system.Degreeordiplomacertificatesdo not constitute official records.

» Sign and date the declaration on the last page of the form. If your documents are in a language other than English, you must provideanofficiallycertifiedtranslationofeach document, together with certified copies of the original documents.

» PaytheAUD$100applicationfee.

Step 2

Assessment outcomeIf you meet ALL of UWS’s entry requirements:If your application is successful we will send you an Offer of Admission. This will:» describe the course into which youhavebeenaccepted

» describe the fees – including the course tuitionfees(feesaresubjecttochange)andcompulsoryOverseasStudentHealthCover(OSHC)feesthatarepayable

» adviseyouofthecoursecommencement date, and

» includeinformationaboutservicesofferedby UWS to international students.

If you have not yet met UWS’s academic and/or English requirements:A Conditional Offer of Admission may be made when an applicant has applied for a formal course of study and has not met the academic and/or English requirements for admission.

Wewilladviseyouofanyrequirementsthat you may need to meet before you can be formally accepted into the course.

A final Offer of Admission will only be made whentheapplicantprovidestheUniversitywithfulldocumentaryevidenceoffinalacademicresultsand/orcertifiedevidencethatEnglishLanguagerequirementshavebeensatisfied.

If you do not meet the UWS entry requirements:TheUniversitywilladviseyoubyletterifyour application is unsuccessful. If you do not meet UWS entry requirements your application will be automatically assessed for pathway programs offered by UWSCollege.

i�See page 20 for UWSCollege pathway programs to help you achieveUWSentryrequirements.

Step 3

Apply for your studentvisaYoumustobtainastudentvisabeforeyoucome to study in Australia. The Australian DiplomaticMissioninyourhomecountrywillexplain the requirements that you will need tomeettoobtainyourstudentvisa.Thesemay include proof of ability to pay fees and support yourself while in Australia, proof of yourlevelofEnglishlanguageproficiency,and compliance with health regulations.

Ifyouhaveappliedwiththeassistanceofoneofouroverseasrepresentativeoffices, that office will also be able to assist you with these procedures.

Note: thevisaapplicationprocessvariesfromcountrytocountryandmay take up to three months.

i�DepartmentofImmigrationandCitizenship(DIAC)www.immi.gov.au

HowdoIapplytoUWS?

HowdoIapplytoUWS?

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Step 4

Accept your offerYou will need to download the UWS International Offer Pack at

i�www.uws.edu.au/international/downloads.html

forrelevantformsandallthedetailstoaccept your offer at UWS. Your acceptance form, eCoE request form and payment will thenneedtobesenttotheUniversity.

Step 5

Confirmation of enrolmentOnceyouhaveacceptedyouroffer,wewillsend you a Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) that confirms your acceptance of admission to the course. You will need to take this to the Australian Embassy/DiplomaticPoststatedonyoureCoEtoobtainyourstudentvisa.

Step 6

PlanyourarrivalGet ready to start your studies at UWS.

i See page 12 for details on airport pick-up, accommodation, and orientationorvisitourwebsite.

i�www.uws.edu.au/international/support.html

Step 7

EnrolonlineviaMySRWith MySR – our online student records system – you will be able to access your enrolment details at UWS. You will be able to enrolin,viewandchangeunits,updatecontactdetails,confirmenrolmentdetails,andviewand print results – all with the click of a mouse fromanywherearoundtheworld.Detailswillbeprovidedwithyourconfirmationofenrolment.

Step 8

Attend Orientation and commence classesMakesureyouarriveatleastoneweekbefore orientation commences so that youhavetimetosettleintoyournewlife before classes commence.

HowdoIapplytoU

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ImportantDatesUWSprovidesallinternationalstudentswithaspecialised UWS International Student Orientation Program. This program begins approximately 10 days prior to the first day of classes for all sessions.

2009 Academic Year

Autumn Session (February intake)13 and 16 February Orientation program23 February Autumn session commences22 June Autumn session exams commence28 June Vacation

Spring Session (July intake)17 and 20 July Orientation program27 July Spring session commences9November Springsessionexamscommence29November Vacation

Quarterly Sessions (January/March/June/September)Quarterone 12January–29MarchQuartertwo 6April–21JuneQuarterthree 29June–13SeptemberQuarterfour 21September–6December

i�www.uws.edu.au/international/date.html

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ThefollowingisasummaryoftheUniversity’spolicies.Detailedinformationmaybeobtained from the UWS Calendar.

Advanced standing or Academic creditIf you wish to apply for credit transfer for yourpreviousstudies,youshouldcompletetherelevantsectionoftheInternationalStudent Admission Application form and a separate Application for Academic Credit form. Please ensure that you send certified copies of the required documentation with your application form.

i�These forms can be downloaded from the UWS International website at www.uws.edu.au/international/credit.html

Course FeesThe annual tuition fee for each course can be found at: www.uws.edu.au/international/coursefees.html

Your Offer of Admission letter will list the fees you should pay: tuition fees, compulsory overseasstudenthealthcoverfeesandanyothergeneralchargesleviedbytheUniversity.Allrequiredfeesmustbepaidinadvanceforeachsession/teachingperiod.Tuitionfeesaresubjecttoannualincrease(students commencing studies in the July session should take particular note of this as the tuition fees payable are likely to increase in the following session of study). In addition tuition fees will be payable:» if, due to academic failure, you

are required to repeat a particular unit and take more than minimum time to complete your course

» ifyoudecidetotakesubjectsinaddition to the standard full-time load for your academic program.

You will be required to pay for repeatoradditionalsubjects.

Please note: annual course fees only coverthecostofyourtuition.Theydonotinclude other expenses associated with universitystudysuchasbooks,equipment,accommodationandlivingexpenses.

Refund PolicyIf you require a refund of your fees, it is important that you notify UWS International in writing as soon as possible. You must alsoprovideacopyofyourConfirmationof Enrolment, together with the mailing address to which you want your refund to be sent. Refunds are normally made to your home country, and only in exceptional circumstances are they made in Australia. The exact refund you will be entitled to depends on the reason why you need a refund, andhowquicklyyounotifytheUniversity,in writing, that you require a refund.

i�A full copy of the UWS refund policy will be sent to you with your Letter of Offer or can be found at: www.uws.edu.au/international/feepol.html

Visa ConditionsStudentvisasandtemporaryentrypermitsusually last for the period of your course. Yourstudentvisadoesnotpermityoutostudy part-time. You must be a full-time student.Yourvisaobligationswillhavebeenexplained in the process of granting your visa,andtheywillalsobeexplainedtoyouindocumentsyouwillreceiveatOrientation.However,itisyourresponsibilitytoensurethatyouabidebythevisaconditions.

TheUniversityisobligedtoreportanystudenttotheDepartmentofImmigrationandCitizenship(DIAC)whodoesnotattend classes, or who is not making satisfactory progress in their studies.

UndervisaregulationsyouarerequiredtoleaveAustraliaonorbeforethedateyourvisaexpiresunlessyouhavemadeavalidapplicationforanewvisa.

iIfyouwishtorenewyourvisayoushouldfirstaccessDIAC’swebsiteat: www.immi.gov.au/students/students/extending_your_stay/index.htm

You will need to obtain a new eCoE from the InternationalStudentAdviserresponsiblefor the campus on which you are studying.

You must lodge an application for a new visabeforetheexpiryofyourcurrentvisa.Please note: While you are a student at UWS,itisaconditionofyourvisathatyoukeeptheUniversityinformedofanychangesto your residential and mailing addresses.

i For full information on the conditions and requirements of studying on a student visapleaserefertotheDIACat: www.immi.gov.au/students/index.htm

Overseas Student Health CoverWhenyoureceiveanofferofaplaceatUWSyouwillbeinvitedtopurchaseOverseasStudentHealthCover(OSHC).Thisisacompulsory health insurance that is required forastudentvisa.StudentsfromNorwayand Sweden may not be required to take outOSHCifcoveredbytheirownhealthscheme and should check with their agent. OSHC is compulsory for all other students.

Please note: OSHCdoesnotcoveranypre-existing conditions (such as pregnancy or prior illness). The cost of medical treatment isveryhighinAustraliaandyoumustmeetanyexpensesnotcoveredbyOSHC.More detailed information about OSHC will be sent to you prior to your departure. Please read this information carefully.

Travel concessions in AustraliaInternational students are not eligible for concessionsongovernment-operatedtrains, buses or ferries (with the exception of Exchange Students and some scholarship holders).However,youmaybeeligibleforconcessionsfromprivatebuscompaniesandforinterstateorlongdistancetraintravel.

iMoreinformationwillbeprovidedtoyouduring Orientation Week, or you can check for links to information regarding public transport in NSW at: www.131500.com.au

Education of DependentsIf you are bringing your children with you to Australia, you should be aware that you must pay International Student fees for their tuition at Primary and Secondary schools in Australia.

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International Student UNDERGRADUATE Application Form» A non-refundable application fee of AUD $100 must be submitted with this form.» All fields must be completed in order for this application to proceed for assessment. » Please print clearly in BLOCK LETTERS

Do not use this form if: » you are a citizen of Australia or New Zealand or hold a permanent resident visa for Australia» you are an international student completing an Australian high school qualification.You will

need to apply through the NSW Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) www.uac.edu.au

UWS staff use only

Indicate at which event this application was collected:

Application fee waiver granted by:

Section B: Personal detailsPrint your details as they appear in your passport

Title Dr Mr Mrs Ms Miss

Gender Male Female

Family Name

Given Names

Preferred Name

Date of Birth D D / M M / Y Y Y YStudent address details in home country (essential)This is your permanent address in your home country

Street address

City Postcode

Country Telephone

Mobile

Fax

Student address details in AustraliaTo be supplied if you are currently living in Australia

Street address

City State Postcode

Telephone

Mobile

Representative contact details (if applicable)Representative name

Country

Email

i If you apply through a representative, you should ensure that your representative is registered with UWS to avoid delays in your application. For details of representatives in your country go to www.uws.edu.au/international/int_reps.html

Representative stamp

Section A: Your application

Country of Citizenship (as stated on your passport)

Country of Birth

Country of Permanent Residence

Passport Number

Are you currently studying in Australia? No Yes

If YES, please state your visa type

Expiry date D D / M M / Y Y Y Y

Have you previously applied to UWS? No Yes

Student Number

Name of Course

Are you a current UWS student? No Yes

i We will contact you by email, post or telephone. However, the UWS preferred method of communication to you is via EMAIL to provide you with information relevant to your application such as updates, coming events, enrolment instructions and orientation activities. To avoid delays in processing your application please clearly PRINT your email address (this should be YOUR email address – not your representative’s).

Email address

CRICOS provider code: 00917K May 2009

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Section C: Course preferences

Preference ONE Course Name Campus*

Code Intake^ Year Y Y

Preference TWO Course Name Campus*

Code Intake^ Year Y Y

You may list two courses in order of preference for assessment by UWS International Admissions. If you do not meet the requirements for the course of your first choice, your second preference will then be assessed. Before completing this section please refer to the International Undergraduate Prospectus, Fee Schedule or www.uws.edu.au/international/coursefees.html for the details requested below.

* Campus codes: BA Bankstown; BL Blacktown; CA Campbelltown; HA Hawkesbury; PA Parramatta; PE Penrith ^Intake codes: FEB Autumn session (February); JUL Spring session (July)

Section D: Academic qualifications

Current academic study (course yet to complete)Are you currently enrolled in/studying an academic qualification? No Yes If YES, please complete the details below

Is this a qualification for (please tick appropriate box):

Secondary (high school) or Post-secondary (tertiary studies)

Date commenced D D / M M / Y Y Y YName of qualification/award (eg. Bachelor of Business) Duration

School/institution

Country/state

Expected date of completion D D / M M / Y Y Y Y Please submit your academic transcripts for every session and year you have studied in the course above with this application. Once you have completed the course, you will need to submit your final completion certificate or graduation award to UWS International admissions.

Previous academic studiesInclude details of all your previous academic qualifications. Please list your most recent qualifications first.

1. Date commenced D D / M M / Y Y Y Y

Name of qualification/award Duration

School/institution Country/state

Date of completion D D / M M / Y Y Y Y

Secondary (high school) or Post-secondary (tertiary studies)

2. Date commenced D D / M M / Y Y Y Y

Name of qualification/award Duration

School/institution Country/state

Date of completion D D / M M / Y Y Y Y

Secondary (high school) or Post-secondary (tertiary studies)

Certified copies of academic qualifications indicating grades and awards received MUST be submitted with this application. If qualifications are in a language other than English, please also supply certified translated copies – see back of application form for details. Your application cannot proceed for assessment without these documents. Please note, a collection of result slips and/or downloadable web transcripts will not be accepted.

Section E: English language proficiency

You must submit proof of your English language proficiency with this application.

Is English your first language?

Yes No, my first language is

Please indicate which of the following applies to you:

I have completed/I intend to sit an English language proficiency test (IELTS/TOEFL). You must submit a certified copy of your IELTS or TOEFL results. Results will only be considered if they have been taken within two years from the time you commence study at UWS.

Date of IELTS/TOEFL test sat or to be taken:

D D / M M / Y Y Y Y

Result (if known): IELTS: Overall Score

Reading Listening Writing Speaking

TOEFL: TOEFL score + TWE (Test of Written English) score

I intend to study an English language pathway program at UWSCollege. Please complete the following section F.

I have been studying in Australia or in a country where English is an official language. If you are, or have been, studying in Australia, UWS will consider studies undertaken within the past two years in assessing English language proficiency.

Please tick the qualification you have completed or are currently studying.

Senior secondary or year 12 qualification (eg HSC)

University pathway program (eg UWSCollege)

Tertiary study in Australia (eg. Bachelor or Diploma studies)

Secondary or tertiary study in a country where English is an official language

Other

Name of course Name of institution Country Duration Start date D D / M M / Y Y Y Y Completion date D D / M M / Y Y Y Y

If you do not meet UWS English language requirements, you may automatically be considered for an English language pathway program at UWSCollege. If this is the case, you will be given a package offer from UWS and UWSCollege.

Please note, for visa application purposes, the Australian Government may require proof of English proficiency and may only accept IELTS. For more information please refer www.immi.gov.au/students

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Section F: Application for English language and academic pathway programs at UWSCollege

Academic pathway program selection:

University Foundation Studies

3 semester program Extended

2 semester program Standard

1 semester program

Accelerated

Please select a stream:

Arts – for students wishing to study Arts, Humanities or Education

Business

Computing

Nursing

Science – for students wishing to study Science or Engineering

Diploma Programs

Fast track (2 semesters)

Standard (3 semesters)

Diploma name

When do you want to start your academic pathway program?

March

June

October Year Y Y Y Y

English language pathway program selection:

The duration of your English course depends on your English level. All students without an official English test result (eg. IELTS) are tested on arrival at the College.

Academic English for Tertiary Studies

EAP How many weeks?

Advanced Academic English Skills

Module A: Reading and Writing (6 weeks)

Module B: Listening and Speaking (4 weeks)

Module A and B (10 weeks)

Other (please specify)

When do you want to start your English course?

D D / M M / Y Y Y Y

Complete this section if you are also applying to study an academic pathway program and/or English Language pathway program at UWSCollege before your study at UWS. For details of fees, courses and start dates please refer to www.uwscollege.edu.au

Section I: Application fee payment

The application fee of AUD $100 has been paid by (please tick one):

Internet payment

Receipt no: _________________________________ (Internet payment can be made at: http://ipay.uws.edu.au/intro.asp)

Telegraphic transfer

from an overseas account or bank transfer in Australia. A copy of the transfer must be attached to this application form.

Bankdraft/money order

Account name: University of Western Sydney BSB number: 062000

Account number: 13434939 Bank details: Commonwealth Bank, 48 Martin Place, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia.

Swift code: CTBAAU2S

Credit card

I authorise the deduction of AUD $100 application fee from the following credit card account (please tick):

Visa

Mastercard (or Eurocard)

Credit card number

Expiry Date M M / Y YCardholder’s name Cardholder’s signature

Email Date D D / M M / Y Y Y YStudent’s Name SID: (office use only)

Have you been granted a scholarship to undertake your proposed studies? Yes No If YES, please provide full details.

Name of award Duration

Granting institution/funding body

Section H: Scholarships

Do you wish to apply for academic credit advanced standing from previous study?

Yes No Unknown

Please download the Advanced Standing Application form at www.uws.edu.au/international/credit.htmlYou must include this form and certified documentation (as advised on the form) with your application.

Section G: Academic credit/advanced standing for previous study

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Section K: Have you ...

provided your email address and phone number on the front of this application

attached certified copies of ALL required documentation

attached English translations of ALL required documentation

signed the declaration

submitted payment of the non-refundable AUD $100 application fee?

Section L: How did you hear about UWS?

Agent

Education institution

Education exhibition/interview program

Family/Friend

Australian Embassy/High Commission

Advertisement

Other, please specify ___________________________________

Section J: Declaration and signature

1 I wish to be considered for entry to the course listed above, and declare that all the information submitted on this application form is correct and complete.

2 I authorise the University of Western Sydney to obtain official records from any educational institution previously attended by me.

3 I clearly understand and accept that enrolment in the University of Western Sydney will require compliance with the provisions established by the Australian Government for fee-paying overseas students, which include the following:

3A temporary entry to Australia, if granted, will be for study purposes only

3B to be accepted to study at the University of Western Sydney, I must have at least the minimum academic and English language requirements for the course

3C I will be permitted to continue my study in Australia only if I make satisfactory progress in my course

3D I undertake to inform the University of my Australian residential address and telephone number at enrolment. I will advise the University of any changes to these details while enrolled at the University of Western Sydney

3E I am to return home on the completion of my study or at the expiration of my temporary entry permit, and I understand that temporary entry as a student confers no right of permanent residence in Australia at a later date.

I have read and understood the above conditions and accept them fully.

Signature of applicant (not agent)

Date D D / M M / Y Y Y Y

4 I undertake to pay the prescribed tuition fee for which I am liable, and am aware that failure to pay the charge when it becomes due means that I will not be permitted further temporary stay in Australia to pursue the studies which attracted the charge.

5 I understand I will be required to pay compulsory school fees for any children accompanying me to Australia who are aged between 6–15 years.

6 I understand that the University of Western Sydney reserves the right to vary any decision regarding admission or enrolment made on the basis of incorrect or incomplete information.

7 Should I be found ineligible for admission to either of the courses nominated on the front of this application, I authorise UWS to assess my eligibility for a university pathway course.

8 The information provided by me to the University of Western Sydney may be made available to Commonwealth and State agencies, pursuant to obligations under the ESOS Act 2000 and National Code.

9 FEES For information regarding Fees please refer to our website at www.uws.edu.au/international/downloads.html

10 REFUND POLICY For information regarding the Refund Policy please refer to our website at www.uws.edu.au/international/feepol.html

Parent/Guardian signature of applicant (for students under the age of 18 at time of application, the signature of a parent or guardian is required)

Date D D / M M / Y Y Y Y

Certification of documentation

Documents can be certified by any of the following:

» a UWS International Officer» a contracted agent of UWS» a Student Centre Officer at UWS» the Administration office or official Records Department of

the institution which originally issued the document/s» an Australian Overseas Diplomatic Mission» a Bank Manager/Senior Police Officer (Australia only)» a Solicitor/Attorney/Notary» a Justice of the Peace

The Certifying Officer must print ‘this is a true copy of the original document sighted by me’. They should also record their name, contact address, telephone number, profession or occupation or organisation, date verified and then sign the document. The Certifying Officer should include the official stamp or seal of the certifier’s organisation on the copy, if the organisation has such a stamp.

Warning: It is an offence to submit fraudulent documentation in supportof an application. Where fraudulent documents are detected theapplication will be rejected; any offer of enrolment will be withdrawnand any students already studying at UWS will have their enrolmentcancelled. The matter may be reported to ICAC, the police, and DIAC.

Lodging your application

Please forward your application to:

UWS International AdmissionsUniversity of Western SydneyBuilding ES, Parramatta campusLocked Bag 1797Penrith South DC NSW AUSTRALIA

Please note:

» Satisfying minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission

» You will be advised by mail of the result of this application as soon as possible.

Students with disabilitiesIf you need extra help due to a disability while you are studying at the University, please provide a brief statement outlining your needs on a separate piece of paper. This information will be confidential and will not affect your admission to the area of study for which you are applying.

CRICOS provider code: 00917K May 2009

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The information in this publication was correct as at May 2009. Forinformationupdatesvisit:www.uws.edu.au/international

TheUniversityofWesternSydneyreservestherightatalltimestowithdraworvarycourses listed within this publication. Variations may include but are not limited to locationofitscoursesonUWScampusesorcoursefeesandintakeavailability.

Intheeventthatacoursewithinthispublicationistobechangedorwithdrawn,applicantswillbeadvisedbymailtotheaddressspecifiedbythem.Inrespectofcourse location change students should be aware of the need to accommodate such changes for the whole or part of courses for which they enrol.

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UWS InternationalUniversityofWesternSydneyLocked Bag 1797 PenrithSouthDCNSW1797Australia

Course Information CentreTelephone: +61 2 9852 5499Email: internationalstudy@uws.edu.auwww.uws.edu.au/international

CRICOSprovidercode:00917KMay2009