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UWA Foundation Program Diploma of Commerce Diploma of Science Pathway programs offered by Study Group Australia, 2019 taylorsperth.edu.au trading as Taylors College
Contents Perth’s Central Welcome 4 International Airport Business District (CBD) Explore the city of Perth 6 Start your pursuit with a UWA degree 8 Pursue a successful career 10 Kings Park P E R T H CBD Embrace education at Taylors Perth 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF St George’s College Swan River WESTERN AUSTRALIA Pathways into The University MAIN CAMPUS of Western Australia 14 INDIAN OCEAN St Thomas More College UWA Foundation Program (UWAFP) 16 SWAN RIVER UWAFP entry requirements 18 University Hall UWAFP study units 20 College Park Trinity College Tailor your future 24 Freshwater Bay Museum UWA entry requirements 25 St Catherine’s College Northern Territory Diploma programs 28 Queensland The University of Western Australia A U S T R A L I A Crawley Campus Diploma of Commerce study units 30 Western South Australia Australia Diploma of Science study units 32 PERTH New South Wales Diploma entry requirements 34 Victoria Academic English Preparation 35 Your home away from home 36 CareerAhead 38 UWA Claremont campus How to apply 40 Application for admission 41 Fee payment schedule 43 Acknowledgement The University of Western Australia acknowledges that it is situated on Noongar land and that Noongar people remain Claremont Train Station the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land and continue to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge. Pathway programs offered by Study Group Australia, trading as Taylors College Distance from Taylors College to: Taylors College is a trading name of Study Group Australia Pty Ltd ABN 88 070 919 327. When a student enrols in a course UWA: 3km provided by Taylors College Perth, that course is provided Perth CBD: 8.5km by Study Group Australia. Study Group Australia has an Claremont International Airport: 28km arrangement with the University of Western Australia (UWA) by Shopping Precinct Cottesloe Beach: 4km which when a student is offered a place at Taylors College Perth, the student is also offered a place at UWA which is conditional on Claremont Train Station: 1km successful prior completion of the Taylors College Perth course. Students of Taylors College Perth have access to almost all of the resources available to UWA undergraduate students. 2 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 3
Welcome Welcome to Taylors College, Perth A very warm welcome to Taylors College in Perth (Taylors Perth); a vibrant community on a beautiful garden campus offering an ideal combination of experienced academic staff, high-quality education courses, modern facilities and resources and an entertaining suite of social and sporting activities. Within these pages I invite you to explore our UWA Foundation Program, which leads directly into the first year at The University of Western Australia (UWA), or our Diploma of Commerce or Diploma of Science programs, which lead directly to second year at UWA. These courses aim to provide the academic skills, knowledge and confidence you need to progress into a wide range of degrees at UWA. The Taylors College team are here to support and guide you throughout your program to ensure you realise your potential, succeed in your studies and get the most of your experience with us in Perth. My challenge to you is to embrace the opportunities presented by each pathway. Study well and reap the rewards. I look forward to seeing you at our campus. David Berry Campus Director - Taylors College, Perth 4 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 5
Explore the city of Perth Perth is a safe yet exciting city that offers the ideal lifestyle where you can enjoy sunny weather, relaxed urban living and beautiful natural scenery. Something for everyone Top things to see and do Perth is a cosmopolitan and friendly city that Visit Kings Park, one of the world’s largest and offers all of the excitement of a large urban most beautiful inner-city parks in the world. With destination, from great cafés and places to 400 hectares of nature, it is the perfect place for I chose UWA because eat, shops, modern museums and art walks, a picnic or a barbecue. to international festivals, concerts and sporting it’s a research based Take in the beautiful sights and sounds of Perth events. It also has the added benefit of being located close to some of the world’s by going for a walk, cycle, jog or a cruise along university and Perth is most beautiful beaches, as well as stunning the Swan River. If you’re feeling adventurous you can also try parasailing. so beautiful. Coming landscapes and parklands where you can relax and enjoy fresh air and sunshine. Experience the 19 sandy beaches close by, to Taylors College is Safe and friendly where you can have a go at swimming, surfing, an adventure I will caneoing and sailing. You can also go lobster Despite its lively urban charm, Perth is an Aussie (Australian) city that offers the kind of welcome fishing and whale watching. never forget. you’d expect from an old friend. Discover incredible wildlife with a trip to Rottnest Island, home to rare birds, reptiles, marine life, Easy to get around Farhan, Singapore and friendly, unusual animals called quokkas. UWA is proud to be the founder and major All buses in Perth, Fremantle and Joondalup city UWAFP graduate, sponsor of the Perth Festival, which is an zones are free for everyone to use. International Enjoy yourself at a range of events, including the Now studying a Bachelor of Arts at UWA incredibly successful international arts festival. students can get a 40% discount on all public Perth Festival and Comedy Festivals, where you transport in Western Australia. absorb many cultural items from film, theatre, perthfestival.com.au dance, music and visual arts or just have fun with perthcomedyfestival.com Find out more at studyperth.com.au a good laugh. Fast facts Location: Perth is the fourth largest city in Australia and the capital of Western Australia. The city is located closer to Asia than the east coast of Australia. Recognition: Perth is one of the best cities in the world (ranked 22nd worldwide) to find a job (movinga.se/study/cities-of-opportunity-international). Population: Over 2 million, with 170 different nationalities. Perth has been voted Climate: Warm, with an average of 3,000 hours of sunshine each year. the world’s 14th most Travel: Perth is well connected to major airports with direct flights to Europe. liveable city Budget: Most affordable Australian city. The Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Liveability Time zone: GMT +8 (same time zone as 60% of the world’s population). Index 2018 6 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 7
Start your Welcome to UWA journey to Established in 1911, The University of Western Australia encourages creativity and innovation at international standards of excellence. The University considers its students to be its greatest ambassadors success at UWA and prepares them to thrive – professionally, intellectually and culturally. In particular, UWA encourages and supports international students. Our world-class learning environment is enriched through the diversity brought to it by students and staff from almost 80 Write your own future Supportive staff nations. On our main Crawley campus, and the UWA’s inspiring community of staff and Experienced teachers, research and student Claremont campus where The University of students are exploring the unknown, welfare staff will help you achieve your goals. Western Australia Foundation Program (UWAFP) challenging convention and making things At UWA you will be encouraged to think, is taught, international students enjoy cross-cultural happen. If you have a strong desire to make analyse and act for yourself. experiences and friendships which contribute the most of your potential and contribute to Research excellence significantly to their learning and play an ongoing the world’s advancement, then UWA is the UWA is a leading research-intensive university role in their lives. best place for you. where cutting-edge research contributes The world is changing rapidly and so are leading Prestigious directly to teaching. UWA is responsible universities. The momentum of research and UWA is a member of the Group of Eight for most university-based research and technology has created a world where you must Australian universities – the most prestigious development in Western Australia. be equipped for further learning in order to succeed. institutions in the country. It is also one of the Flexible and practical UWA at a glance As you explore the many opportunities available top 100 universities in the world (Academic You’ll have the option to study in areas that to you at UWA you will notice the changes we have Ranking of World Universities, 2017). interest you the most, including units that made to our undergraduate degrees, professional Ideal location are not directly relevant to your degree, qualifications and the whole UWA student UWA’s location sets it apart from other called broadening units. You will also have experience. Our courses will allow you to achieve Australian universities. Situated just five the opportunity to gain real-world experience your potential in whatever area you choose. Member of the prestigious Group minutes from the Crawley campus, Perth is as part of your degree. This approach of Eight Australian Universities. The University of Western Australia is one of a sunny, relaxed and cosmopolitan city that means that UWA graduates are highly valued Australia’s leading universities, being a member Ranked 93 offers an incredibly high standard of living. by employers. of Australia’s Group of Eight leading research Global graduates Beautiful campus universities. Our graduates, which include Nobel in the Academic Ranking of World Laureates, government ministers, global business UWA is proud of its history and heritage, yet UWA’s Crawley campus is often described Universities 2018. also thinks progressively and on a global as one of Australia’s most picturesque leaders, successful diplomats and community scale. A degree from UWA is highly relevant campuses. There is a mix of historic leaders, are responding to challenges and Achieved 5 stars to the modern international job market. buildings, green spaces and modern opportunities around the world and have facilities to inspire you. helped build the society which we enjoy. for graduate starting salaries, student By choosing The University of Western Australia demand and student: teacher ratio you will graduate with an internationally-recognised (Good Universities Guide 2018). qualification that will prepare you for tomorrow’s world. The University has been associated with Ranked Australia’s Taylors College for many years and UWAFP has top university in these produced many outstanding students. subject areas - biological sciences, marine/ocean Professor Dawn Freshwater engineering, environmental science Vice-Chancellor and engineering (Academic Ranking The University of Western Australia of World Universities 2018). 8 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 9
Pursue a successful career Your pathway to success starts at Taylors Perth and continues when you study at UWA. Discover the support and opportunities ahead. Highly recognised graduates Facilities for your career UWA graduates continually receive higher When you progress from Taylors Perth to starting salaries than graduates of other study at UWA you have access to world-class Australian Universities*. facilities, including: Gain practical experience • Reid Library, Western Australia’s largest UWA degrees combine essential theory with academic library, has more than one million volumes and plenty of space for you to study. practical skills to prepare you for the working world. UWA has strong industry partnerships • The Science Library is a focal point for learning Successful with leading organisations to provide you with and research in life and physical sciences, UWA alumni real-world experiences as part of your degree. engineering, mathematics, computing, This is a great way to prepare for your future career. and more. • Enrico Palmero, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Learn from professional mentors • The Business School educates leaders of The Spaceship Company UWA’s Career Mentor Link will match you with tomorrow in a state-of-the art, environmentally a suitable professional who works in the job you sustainable building that overlooks the • Shaun Tan, Oscar winner, author, want to have, so that you can learn from their Swan River. artist, designer industry knowledge and career experience. • The Bayliss Building is the most • Jo Horgan, Founder of Join UWA’s global alumni network advanced biomolecular sciences facility Mecca Cosmetics in Western Australia. UWA has launched the careers of over 108,000 • The Hon. Bob Hawke, graduates, 12,000 of whom live overseas in former Australian Prime Minister 100 different countries. When you progress to • Professor Barry Marshall, UWA and graduate, you’ll become a part of a a Nobel Prize winner successful global network. When you progress to • Tim Minchin, actor and Access top employers Perth’s Central Business District is a short bus UWA and graduate, composer of Tony Award-winning show Matilda the Musical, and ride away from Taylors College and UWA’s main campus, providing you with easy access to you’ll become part recipient of the UWA honorary hundreds of potential future employers. Over of a successful global degree Doctor of Letters in 2013 830 Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) listed companies have located their head office in Perth network of alumni – more than any other capital city in Australia. *Good Universities Guide 2018 10 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 11
Get the best start at Taylors Perth Pathway programs at Taylors Perth will give you a complete set of English language, academic, cultural and social skills, so that you feel confident and ready I took the foundation for success when you progress to your degree at UWA. programme in Taylors College. I found it very Study on-campus Taylors Perth is located at the UWA Claremont Facilities As a Taylors Perth student you will have full interesting and it Campus. The campus is safe and peaceful, access to UWA’s modern academic and social helped me to prepare offering a range of green spaces and modern facilities. The area is well served by public facilities. Highlights include: for UWA. • Modern classrooms with the latest transport, so you’ll find that getting to and learning technology from class is simple and easy. • Library with 13,000 volumes, including Student help and support Anh Khoi, Vietnam Choose your pathway to UWA: books and journals Our Student Support Centre staff can help UWAFP graduate. Now studying UWA Foundation Program • Fast internet and Wi-Fi on campus you with any personal, welfare and social a double major in Pharmacology – turn to page 16 • State-of-the-art media and science laboratories issues, giving you the space to focus on your and Pathology Diploma of Commerce • Student common room, prayer room, café, studies, and enjoy a great student life. Personal – turn to page 28 bookshop and a bank counselling services are available, and we also have a fully trained First Aid Officer and a sick Student life Diploma of Science • Sports fields and basketball courts room. If you need to, you will be able to get in – turn to page 28 Academic support touch with our staff 24 hours a day. Support and advice Our Academic Support Coordinator is on site Support for under 18s We’ve supported thousands of students on their each day to help you with all areas of study. If you’re under 18, a friendly and helpful Caregiver As a Taylors Perth student you will be a part of UWA’s You will also be able to go to free tutorials, which journey to UWA, so we understand the needs of will be assigned to you. Caregivers will support friendly student community from day one. You’ll be able international students. Our highly-skilled staff will is your time to speak to your teachers one-to- one, or in a small group. you and they will liaise with the college and your to enjoy an active student life and make new friends help you with your studies, any personal issues parents to report on your progress. you may have while living away from home and from all over the world, including Australia. Online learning choosing the right university course. Learning material and practices are contextualised Study Smart is our online industry-leading • Lunchtime clubs, barbecues, river cruises and parties take to meet the individual needs of the student, taking ESOS Framework learning platform that gives you access to course place at UWA Claremont, where Taylors Perth is based. into account the age and maturity. Taylors College Perth commits to complying materials designed for your needs. You will also be able to interact and share information with For more information on support provided to • UWA Sport offers a wide range of opportunities in sports with the ESOS framework which is comprised your classmates, and track your results. under 18s, please visit taylorsperth.edu.au/ such as Football, Rugby, Tennis and Cricket. of legislative requirements and standards for the quality assurance of education and training college-policies • Join UWA’s Student Guild to access over 125 clubs institutions offering courses to international and societies in a range of interests, including hip-hop, students. More information can be found on the photography and film. Australian Government Department of Education and Training website at internationaleducation. gov.au/regulatory-information/pages/ regulatoryinformation.aspx 12 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 13
Pathways into the University of Western Australia Your degree success at UWA starts at Taylors Perth. 2019 2020 2021 2022 2019 2020 2021 UWAFP UWA UWA UWA 95% 98% Diploma UWA UWA year 1 year 2 year 3 year 2 year 3 UWAFP students of graduates studying a Diploma offered a tertiary place of Commerce or a Diploma of Is the UWA Foundation Program (UWAFP) right for you? Science received an offer to UWA Is a Diploma program right for you? UWAFP provides effective degree preparation for international students The Diploma programs are ideal for students who need some extra who want to study at UWA. Depending on your previous achievements and our requirements, you can choose the right program length for you. UWAFP Diploma academic and English language support to meet the entry requirements for undergraduate study at UWA. The programs also offer flexible Three routes: progression progression durations and start dates. For more information on diplomas, please refer to pages 28 - 34. 1 2 3 rates rates Two routes: Would you benefit from Have you achieved the Do you have above average additional support before minimum average grade in grades in English and subjects In 2018, 88% of UWAFP Our diploma programs 1 2 you begin the standard UWA English and the subjects relevant to your chosen degree? Foundation Program? relevant to your chosen course? graduates were offered a are delivered on the UWA Do you want to study Do you want to study Do you want to fast track your a Bachelor of Science degree? a Bachelor of Commerce degree? Do you want to build a more Choose the Standard pathway to university? place at UWA. campus, and 98% of solid foundation in key subjects UWA Foundation Program: graduates go on to receive Choose the Diploma of Science Choose the Diploma of Commerce Choose the Intensive at Taylors College: 8 or 12 months at Taylors College: 8 or 12 months such as maths or the sciences? 40 weeks UWA Foundation Program: an offer from UWA. 95% of UWAFP students Find out more on page 28 Choose the Extended 30 weeks UWA Foundation Program: were offered a tertiary place Find out more on page 16 60 weeks (including Diplomas and 80% of the Diploma of Certificates). Science graduates chose Engineering Science as a major. Every year, almost 100% of UWAFP students The University of Western Australia Foundation Programs meet the requirements for receive an offer from a Foundation Programs which have been registered by Study Group Australia on CRICOS for delivery in Australia to overseas students providing an academic preparation for those university or college. seeking entry to first year undergraduate study or its equivalent. 14 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 15
UWA Foundation Program (UWAFP) The UWAFP provides you with the English language foundation and the academic support you need to successfully enter into the first year of an undergraduate degree at UWA. Prepare your degree On track for success Top Scholars Program Designed for international students, the UWAFP provides a supportive study route to the first year Our staff will support your learning throughout the program and monitor your academic This program identifies six academically able students each year early in their foundation With how the world of a bachelor degree at UWA. The program brings achievement carefully. You’ll also get regular program and provides them with the opportunity to is connected now, together the collective expertise, experience feedback on your progress. UWAFP study units study an appropriate Level 1 UWA unit concurrently and passion for education held by UWA and are made up of coursework (50%) and a final with the balance of their UWAFP studies. I think my experience Taylors Perth. examination (50%). This program applies to all students entering the at Taylors College and UWAFP. Students are eligible to enter if, during Guaranteed place at UWA If you meet the entry requirements set by UWA Study that fits around you The UWAFP gives you the flexibility to fit your their first or second terms of study, they: UWA will definitely and the required standards throughout your UWAFP coursework and assessments, you are studies around your life plans, academic level and preferred degree subject. You can choose • achieve an overall average of 80% or more; • achieve an average of 55% or more in all help me in my future guaranteed a place at UWA. from three course lengths and a range of start dates each year. English units; endeavours. • are formally recommended by a College Students applying to study at Taylors Perth are provided with a packaged offer for their Bachelor department; Academic Skills (ASK) (compulsory • are subsequently selected by the Director degree at UWA. for all students) Raynor, Singapore of Academic Programs. ASK will expose you to a range of learning skills Diploma Graduate Achieve your best that can be transferred and applied to other One student from each of the three College Diploma of Commerce Studying this program gives you the opportunity units of study across a range of courses. Using departments (English/Humanities, Maths/ Now studying Bachelor of Commerce to get comfortable with the Australian education relevant theory and applied activities, you will Science, Business/IT) will be selected. system and the teaching methods used. examine your personal learning styles and will This boosts your chances of graduating on The two UWA intakes per year will enable six be introduced to essential academic writing and time, with the best possible outcome. students to access this opportunity each year. oral communication practices, critical thinking, Expert teaching note taking, referencing conventions, effective Mode of study Our expert staff will help you develop the teamwork skills, information technology systems Face-to-face delivery. 2019 INTAKE DATES academic and English language skills you need and time management. to succeed in your degree studies at UWA. You Assessment methods Program Intake Orientation Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Term 5 Term 6 Start UWA will study independently, work in groups, learn to Coursework 50%. lead, carry out research and deliver presentations. Final exam 50%. 21/01/2019 - 15/04/2019 - 15/07/2019 - 7/10/2019 - 20/01/2020 - 13/04/2020 - Extended January 17/01/2019 Jul 2020 These skills are essential for success at UWA. 29/03/2019 21/06/2019 20/09/2019 13/12/2019 27/03/2020 19/06/2020 21/01/2019 - 15/04/2019 - 15/07/2019 - 7/10/2019 - Standard January 17/01/2019 Feb 2020 Choose your UWA Foundation Program 29/03/2019 21/06/2019 20/09/2019 13/12/2019 Standard# Intensive^ Extended ~ Intensive April 11/04/2019 15/04/2019 - 15/07/2019 - 7/10/2019 - Feb 2020 21/06/2019 20/09/2019 13/12/2019 Start dates 21/01/2019 or 15/07/2019 15/04/2019 or 7/10/2019 21/01/2019 or 15/07/2019 15/07/2019 - 7/10/2019 - 20/01/2020 - 13/04/2020 - 13/07/2020 - 5/10/2020 - Extended July 11/07/2019 Feb 2021 Course length (10 week terms) 40 weeks 30 weeks 20 weeks* 40 weeks 20/09/2019 13/12/2019 27/03/2020 19/06/2020 18/09/2020 11/12/2020 Study units 11 11 6 11 15/07/2019 - 7/10/2019 - 20/01/2020 - 13/04/2020 - Standard July 11/07/2019 Jul 2020 20/09/2019 13/12/2019 27/03/2020 19/06/2020 English units (total) 4 4 4 4 07/10/2019 - 20/01/2020 - 13/04/2020 - Intensive October 3/10/2019 Jul 2020 Total units 15 15 10 15 13/12/2019 27/03/2020 19/06/2020 # University of Western Australia Foundation Program (Standard) CRICOS Course Code 081999K ^ University of Western Australia Foundation Program (Advanced) CRICOS Course Code 081997A ~ University of Western Australia Foundation Program (Extended) CRICOS Course Code 081998M * Pre-foundation preparation before the 40 week standard Foundation Program 16 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 17
UWAFP entry requirements Please note: the following information is intended as a guide only and is subject to change without notice. ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACADEMIC English test Extended Standard Intensive Country Extended Standard Intensive IELTS (academic) IELTS 5.0 (no band less than 5.0) IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5.5) New Zealand Completion of Year 12 with 30 credits Completion of Year 12 with 40 credits Completion of Year 12 with 48 credits at TOEFL PB 500 (TWE 4) 513 (TWE 4) 513 (TWE 4) at NCEA Level 2 with no fewer than at NCEA Level 2 with no fewer than NCEA level 2 with no fewer than 10 credits in each of 3 subjects 12 credits in each of 3 subjects 12 credits in each of 3 subjects TOEFL IBT 45 (W18 R12 S16 L12) 58 (W18 R12 S16 L12) 58 (W20 R14 S19 L17) (including Maths) (including Maths) (including Maths) PTE (academic) 42 (writing no less than 42) 46 (writing no less than 42) 46 (writing no less than 46) Pakistan Intermediate/Higher Secondary School Intermediate/Higher Secondary School Intermediate/Higher Secondary School CAE (2015 Onwards) 154 162 162 Certificate 50% in relevant subjects Certificate 55% in relevant subjects Certificate 60% in relevant subjects ACADEMIC Russia Certificate of Secondary Education Certificate of Secondary Education Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat) - minimum of a grade 2 in 3 (Attestat) - minimum of a grade 3 in 5 (Attestat) - minimum of a grade 3 in 3 Country Extended Standard Intensive subjects and a grade of 3 in 2 subjects subjects subjects and a grade 4 in 2 subjects Australia Year 11 (60% in relevant subjects) Year 11 (70% in relevant subjects) Year 11 (75% in relevant subjects) Saudi Arabia Tawjihiyah / General Secondary Tawjihiyah / General Secondary Tawjihiyah / General Secondary China Senior Year 2 or Senior Year 3 - 60% or Senior Year 2 or Senior Year 3 - 70% or Senior Year 2 or Senior Year 3 - 80% or Education Certificate with 70% Education Certificate with 75% Education Certificate with 90% above in relevant subjects above in relevant subjects above in relevant subjects in academic subjects in academic subjects in academic subjects Hong Kong Form 5 with satisfactory results in 4 Form 5 with satisfactory results in 4 Form 5 with satisfactory results in 4 Singapore Singapore O Levels (or forecast) Singapore O Levels (or forecast) Singapore O Levels (or forecast) academic subjects academic subjects academic subjects - aggregate of 30 or less across 5 - aggregate of 20 or less across 5 - aggregate of 15 or less across 5 HKDSE - 2 Level 2 and 1 Level 1 in HKDSE - Level 2 in 3 relevant subjects HKDSE - 2 Level 2 and 1 Level 3 in academic subjects academic subjects academic subjects relevant subjects relevant subjects Sri Lanka Sri Lankan O levels - C grade in 4 Sri Lankan O levels - B grade in 4 Sri Lankan O levels - 2 A grades and 2 B India Year 11 - 60% in relevant subjects Year 11 - 70% in relevant subjects Year 11 - 80% in relevant subjects academic subjects academic subjects grades in 4 academic subjects Indonesia SMA 2 - 65% in 4 academic subjects SMA 2 - 70%-75% in 4 academic SMA 2 - 80%-85% in 4 academic Taiwan Senior Year 2 - 60% or above in 4 Senior Year 2 - 70% or above in 4 Senior Year 2 - 80% or above in 4 subjects subjects relevant subjects relevant subjects relevant subjects Iran Year 11 with 14 / 20 in academic Year 11 with 16 / 20 in academic Year 11 with 18 / 20 in academic Thailand Matayom 5 GPA 2.2 in academic Matayom 5 GPA 2.5 in academic Matayom 5 GPA 3.0 in academic subjects subjects subjects subjects subjects subjects Japan Kotogakko / Upper Secondary School Kotogakko / Upper Secondary School Kotogakko / Upper Secondary School Turkey Devlet Lise Diplomasi / State High Devlet Lise Diplomasi / State High Devlet Lise Diplomasi / State High Certificate Year 2 - Grade 3-4 in Year 2 - Grade 4-5 in academic subjects Year 2 with superior grades School Diploma results 2 or above in School Diploma - minimum of Grade 2 School Diploma - minimum of Grade 3 academic subjects in academic subjects academic subjects in 3 subjects and Grade 3 in 2 subjects in 3 subjects and Grade 4 in 2 subjects Kenya KCSE 2 C grades and 2 D grades in 4 KCSE C grades in 4 relevant subjects KCSE B grades in 4 relevant subjects Vietnam Year 11 - GPA of 7.0 Year 11 - GPA of 7.5 Year 11 - GPA of 8 relevant subjects Korea High School Certificate Year 2 - High School Certificate Year 2 - High School Certificate Year 2 - Rank 1 Rank 4 - 5 Rank 2 - 3 Korean High school graduation Korean High school graduation Korean High school graduation equivalency exam (GED) - 80% in equivalency exam (GED) - 60% equivalency exam (GED) - 70% in relevant subjects in relevant subjects relevant subjects Kuwait General Secondary School Certificate with 70% in 4 relevant subjects General Secondary School Certificate with 75% in 4 relevant subjects General Secondary School Certificate with 90% in 4 relevant subjects The UWAFP provided the academic groundwork Macau Form 5 / Senior Middle 2 60% - Form 5 / Senior Middle 2 65% - Form 5 / Senior Middle 2 75% - necessary to prepare me for the interesting Malaysia 65% in academic subjects SPM (or forecast) - aggregate of 30 or 75% in academic subjects SPM (or forecast) - aggregated of 20 or 80% in academic subjects SPM (or forecast) - aggregate of 15 or academic journey that I am currently on at UWA. less across 5 academic subjects less across 5 academic subjects less across 5 academic subjects Mexico Completion of Bachillerato - Completion of Bachillerato - Completion of Bachillerato - Zeda Lee, Singapore 6.0 / 60% in four relevant subject 7.0 / 70% in four relevant subjects 7.5 / 75% in four relevant subjects UWAFP graduate, currently studying a Doctor of Medicine at UWA 18 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 19
UWAFP study units EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS (ESK) EL4: Advanced Research B BIOLOGY COMPUTER SCIENCE EC3: Macroeconomics in a Global Economy GE3: Coastal Environments UNITS (compulsory for all students) Complete a research project over a 10-week BI1: Cell Structure and Processes CS1: Business Applications Understand and learn to influence the pace Learn geographical terminology; the location AESK will focus on generic skills required for all period. The specific subject for the project will All living organisms are made up of cells. Cells Learn about commonly used business application of economic growth, fluctuations in economic and geographical characteristics of places graduate employees such as; ability to work in be chosen by you based on a broad topic set vary greatly in size, structure and function. Yet, programs, including word processors and activity, unemployment and inflation. Investigate studied, their external relationships and how a team, business/commercial awareness, by the teacher. You will be given guidance as all are microscopic factories, bustling with the presentation managers, and their effectiveness. how government can take advantage of the those places are changing; the processes communication skills, interpersonal skills, the you progress through the report and will also activities of life. Explore the fascinating and You will use Microsoft Word and Microsoft multiplier process to design countercyclical responsible for the development of the ability to plan, organise and prioritise work, present the scope and content of your research intricate world of the cell. You’ll learn about the PowerPoint during the teaching of this subject. policies to stabilise economic activity. Examine characteristics of places and environments, to the class. international trade theories based on absolute and the interaction and relative importance of these problem solving skills, digital skills. It will also structure and function of cells, and how cells CS2: The Internet and Spreadsheets look at specific skills required for your chosen harness matter and energy, transforming one comparative advantage. processes; geographical concepts, principles Learn about spreadsheets, a commonly used career (e.g. Law – ability to reflect critically, ACCOUNTING chemical substance into another. and theories and the interaction between people business applications program. You will use Media Studies – creative, innovative and AC1: Financial Accounting – and their environments. BI2: Reproduction and Genetics Microsoft Excel. You will also look at the key GENERAL SCIENCE imaginative skills). Classification and Presentation Genetics is the study of heredity – the features of the Internet – important in a business SC1: Investigating Science This unit presents Financial Accounting using a ESK will make you aware of your own strengths transmission of characteristics from parents to computing environment. Learn the skills needed to plan and carry out HISTORY and weaknesses in context of career ambitions, spreadsheet and transaction approach. You will offspring. Geneticists are interested in learning CS3: Networks and Databases scientific investigations. HI1: History – The Cold War prepare financial reports and learn the elements and help to improve your personal presentation about the similarities and differences between Learn about commonly used databases. Become Gain knowledge and skills relevant for progression of the Accounting Equation – specifically current Design investigations, collect data and analyse in the workforce (CV, digital footprint, personal parents and offspring. familiar with the basic terminology components into undergraduate history courses at UWA. assets, non-current assets, current liabilities, the data using standard scientific procedure. statements, and interviews). BI3: Interactions and Change and uses for computers and computer systems – Focus on issues of world conflict and conflict non-current liabilities and owners equity You’ll focus on the skills needed for investigating Please note that you must pass 2 of the 3 ESK (including revenue and expenses). Learn about ecology, the study of how organisms hardware, software and operating systems. in Chemistry, Biology (including Human Biology) resolution within the context of the Cold War. units to progress to your undergraduate degree. interact with other organisms and their physical and Physics. HI2: Immigration History of Australia This unit contains no debits and credits as it is surroundings. Explore the theory of evolution and This subject focuses on the social, economic and not a bookkeeping course. ECONOMICS ENGLISH investigate the mechanisms proposed to account GEOGRAPHY political shaping of the Australian nation through AC2: Financial Accounting – EC1: How Markets Work EL1: Fundamentals of Academic English for evolutionary change and the evidence put its history of immigration. The Accounting Records Examine the study of economics, including GE1: Population Engage with a variety of texts, mostly about forward in support of evolution. This unit is about the bookkeeping elements the problem of relative scarcity, choice and Study the form and structure of Perth and the issues in contemporary Australia, to enhance processes shaping the city. Investigate planning of accounting. The topics are presented using opportunity cost; the production-possibilities your English language and academic literacy the general journal, T-accounts with debits and CHEMISTRY curve; and productive efficiency. You’ll also look at strategies/issues for Perth and one other capital skills. These skills include Harvard Referencing, city. Look into the distribution of the world’s credits, in the general ledger. Learn about retail CH1: Atomic Structure and Bonding alternative economic systems, discuss firms and research, oral presentations and essay structure. population; how populations vary in different businesses, specifically assets, liabilities and Learn the fundamentals of chemistry. Investigate households, and consider the concepts of supply Learn to understand key cultural concerns in owner’s equity. This unit will teach you about atomic structure, the periodic table, solutions, and demand. Study the price mechanism in parts of the world; how and why the world’s Australia and the importance of academic ethics. service businesses, specifically revenues and the mole concept and stoichiometry, chemical terms of how market equilibrium is achieved and population is changing in number; how and EL2: Information and Cultural Literacy expenses, and the profit and loss account. You reactions and chemical bonding. Gain resources are allocated. why governments are trying to influence these Study various communication and culture will also learn about trial balances and profit and experience of practical experiments. changes and investigate aspects of EC2: Organisation of Markets models, and critically analyse their application in loss accounts before preparing financial reports population migration. CH2: Physical Chemistry 1 Investigate the theory of the firm and decision- today’s ever-changing technological world. – income statements and balance sheets. Learn about the fundamentals of chemistry. Look making by the firm. Compare the economist’s GE2: Economic Systems Carry out extensive research to develop and AC3: Management Accounting – Focus on economic systems in a global, national into kinetic theory, thermochemistry, chemical concept of profit with the accountant’s concept apply your understanding of cross-cultural and Planning and Control and local context. Investigate an economic activity kinetics and equilibrium. Gain experience of of profit. Examine product curves and cost intercultural theories. You’ll look at the value of accounting information in the primary sector in a local context focusing practical experiments. curves. You’ll focus on structure, conduct and EL3: Advanced Research A to managers. Explore cost-volume-profit on Bauxite mining in the South-West. Develop CH3: Physical Chemistry 2 and Inorganic performance under: This unit is an introduction to report writing. You relationships and break-even analysis. Take an • Perfect competition an understanding of economic development in-depth look into cost accounting, and planning Chemistry will learn how to write annotated bibliographies, and the widening gap between rich and poor and budgeting. You’ll focus on manufacturing, Learn about the fundamentals of chemistry. • Monopoly research proposals and correct report structure. nations. Focus on globalisation and the benefits and compete in companies (teams) in an online Investigate electrochemistry, oxidation and • Monopolistic competition and problems it creates for world economies. manufacturing simulation. reduction theory, and acids and bases theory. • Oligopoly. Investigate and understand the dynamic and Gain experience of practical experiments. complex interactions of politics and economic and social systems. 20 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 21
UWAFP study units HUMAN BIOLOGY MARKETING MA4: Calculus PHYSICS Introduction to Commerce HB1: Control and Coordination MK1: Marketing Management Gain an introduction to trigonometrical ratios PH1: Waves Commerce is the whole system of an economy Learn how the systems work, and how both Gain an introduction to marketing and the in the unit circle; trigonometrical equations and Learn about the mechanics of waves and their that constitutes an environment for business. systems cooperate to provide the body’s internal significance of marketing to sales. Learn graphs with associated transformations; first application to sound and light. You’ll study The system includes legal, economic, political, communication. Learn about the structure and components of consumer behaviour. You’ll use principles differentiation and integration and the reflection, refraction, diffraction and interference. social, cultural and technological systems that function of the specialised receptors for vision, marketing tools such as SWOT analysis and basic rules of differentiation and integration; the are in operation in any country. We concentrate PH2: Mechanics hearing and balance, smell and taste. marketing plans. Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; and simple on the introductory level, which provides a firm This unit covers kinematics; dynamics; the HB2: Regulation and Defence MK2: Marketing Research applications of differentiation and integration. concepts of momentum, energy, work and foundation for any further studies in commerce. At Taylors College you MA5: Applied Mathematics Introduction to Science Learn how humans adjust to changing environmental conditions, maintaining relatively This unit is an introductory unit in the study of marketing. Examine the importance of informed Gain an introduction to advanced techniques power; and the study of the fundamental force of gravity. This unit is divided into Physical Sciences have a lot of support. constant chemical and physical conditions around the cells (homeostasis). Learn about immunity, marketing research. This includes the process of segmenting markets prior to sampling and of integration and further calculus applications including rectilinear motion; the algebraic PH3: Electricity and Magnetism (Chemistry, Physics) and Life Sciences (Biology, Human Biology). Physics is the science that deals You get to know This unit covers the fundamental concepts the ability of the body to resist organisms and collecting market data. representation and manipulation of complex of electricity, magnetism and electromagnetism. with matter, energy, motion, and force. your teachers better numbers; the geometrical representation of Chemistry provides a broad introduction to chemicals that could damage tissues. HB3: Movement and Nutrition MK3: Developing Products and Promotions Strategy complex numbers; and vector geometry and It introduces the quantitative formulae which transform the concepts into everyday applications. chemical science and laboratory work. Biology is because there are The survival of any multicellular organism depends Learn about the important role of promotion in its applications. the science of life and living organisms, including their structure, growth, origin, evolution and fewer students. on it having some means of regulating and business. You’ll be introduced to new product EXTENDED PROGRAM distribution. In the study of Human Biology, you’ll coordinating the activities of its cells. Explore the and service development in business and learn MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION English examine the various systems in the body. These Simone, Zimbabwe operation of the nervous system and the endocrine to identify and use different promotional strategies MC1: Print Media and Advertising Prepare for the Standard Foundation course by units provide an essential base for further studies UWAFP graduate. system and how both systems cooperate to provide and tools. Focus on the publishing of books, newspapers developing your written and verbal analytical in the Sciences. Now studying Architecture the body’s internal communication. You’ll also and magazines and understand the technology skills. The extended program can help you gain learn about the structure and function of the and content involved in those industries. You will MATHEMATICS confidence to communicate more effectively specialised receptors for vision, hearing and also focus on media ethics, media literacy and MA1: Mathematical Techniques within a university environment. You’ll pay particular balance, smell and taste. learn practical skills using Adobe Creative Suite Gain an introduction to geometry, sequences and attention to improving your English language skills. Design Premium. series, probability and trigonometry. It is suitable English Skills LINGUISTICS for students who only wish to study a variety of MC2: Broadcasting Specially designed for students for whom LI1: Language and Society mathematical techniques at a less complex level. Focus on the mediums of television and radio; English is a second language. You’ll get better Explore the role of language as a tool of However, it may also form the basis for more theories of media influence; the language of at academic tasks and assessments in English, communication among humans and as a symbol advanced work. production and media analysis; and movie editing and develop speaking and writing skills using for human exchange. Learn the anthropology skills using Adobe Premiere Pro. MA2: Predictive Mathematics vocabulary you will use at university, and by doing of spoken language and how it has changed Gain an introduction to statistics, matrix algebra MC3: Digital Media: Film sequenced tasks similar to those you will do over time. You’ll focus mainly on English, and and linear programming models. Study the Focus on the key technological and cultural at university. IT Skills now forms part of English occasionally other languages, to address the most calculation and analysis of statistics in one and aspects of film. Learn about innovations and Skills in the Extended Program. important questions. two variables; the properties and applications ownership structures of the film industry and Introduction to Mathematics LI2: The Sounds of a Language of matrix algebra; linear inequalities and their concepts of genre and file theory. Study the Simulate chance events using technology. Focus on key areas in phonetics and phonology application to solving optimisation problems; role of the audience and address issues around Calculate and interpret probabilities for chance and theoretical principles underpinning the study and the calculation and analysis of statistics censorship, consumer behaviour and events that occur in two or three-stages. of speech production. Develop an understanding within the context of time series data. film classification. Expand your knowledge of coordinate geometry, of sound systems and their function in language. MA3: Mathematical Modelling During the practical component of the course, you represent information in networks, and interpret Learn about the sounds of the world’s languages. Gain an introduction to functions and their graphs; will apply your knowledge to producing short film network diagrams. Study and apply functions in Examine the articulation of vowels and index and logarithmic laws; solving equations texts using Adobe Premiere Pro. their graphs. Explore patterns, make conjectures consonants, as well as complex articulations, involving indices and logarithms; modelling and test them. Use trigonometry for the solution airstream mechanisms and laryngeal features, probability distributions using random variables. of right and acute triangles. Plan random samples, and their use in languages. You’ll also focus on Study various polynomial functions, exponential, collect and analyse data from them, and infer fundamental theoretical issues in phonology logarithmic and reciprocal functions with an results for a population. Use mental and written through the practical examination of phonemes emphasis on the transformation of functions methods and technologies where appropriate. and allophones, distinctive features, syllables, and the resulting graphs; the basic index and word stress and intonation. logarithmic laws and how to apply these laws when solving indicial equations; and discrete and continuous random variables and their application to various probability models. 22 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 23
Tailor your future UWA entry requirements Please note: the following information is intended as a guide only and is subject to change Professional pathway without notice. Visit study.uwa.edu.au for up-to-date information. UNDERGRADUATE COURSE CORE UNITS1 RECOMMENDED UNITS2 BACHELOR OF ARTS MINIMUM UWAFP AVERAGE: 66%^, MINIMUM ENGLISH AVERAGE: 50% degrees at UWA Anthropology and Sociology None None Archaeology None None Architecture None None Asian Studies None None Chinese Studies None None Want to take your academic studies further after graduating from your undergraduate degree? Classics and Ancient History UWA also offers professional postgraduate degrees. None None Communication and Media Studies None None Once you successfully complete the UWAFP Professional pathway examples include: Medicine English Literary Studies None None program you will have a range of professional You can study Medicine by completing a Fine Arts None None pathway degree options open to you. Engineering bachelor’s degree, and meeting the following Choose a three-year bachelor’s degree with a entry requirements. French Studies None None Select your major Once you progress to your undergraduate major in Engineering Science to begin your professional pathway. You’ll then complete a • have a minimum GPA of 5.5 from the most recent three years (FTE) of valid study. German Studies None None I’ve become more degree at UWA, complete one or two defined two-year Master of Professional Engineering • sit the GAMSAT and obtain a suitable score History None None independent since majors then move into the corresponding (MPE) where you can specialise in one of eight I’ve been at Taylors History of Art None None • attend an interview (which must be undertaken postgraduate degree to complete your disciplines: in Perth and in person) and Human Geography and Planning None None professional study requirements. Entry to the postgraduate course is assured, provided you • Biomedical • meet English language competency Indigenous Knowledge, History and Heritage None None College. My time • Chemical satisfy the academic performance requirements • Civil requirements Indonesian Studies None None management has in the relevant major(s). • Electrical and electronic Find out more about the full range of Italian Studies None None improved and I work Reserve your place • Environmental • Mechanical professional pathways available at UWA by visiting study.uwa.edu.au. Japanese Studies None None more efficiently. Some professional postgraduate degrees can Korean Studies None None be packaged with your undergraduate degree, • Mining Landscape Architecture None None allowing you to reserve your place in your • Software Law and Society None None Aishvarya, Singapore chosen postgraduate course. However, some UWAFP graduate, professional pathways have limited places. Law Linguistics None None currently studying at UWA Complete a bachelor degree with the Music: Electronic Music and Sound Design* None None Professional degree options equivalent GPA of at least 5.5 (out of 7) across Choose the right path for you. UWA has a all complete tertiary studies and have a Music General Studies* None None number of professional pathway options satisfactory Law School Admission Test score Music Studies 3 None None you can choose depending on your passion. from an LSAT test taken within five years prior Music Specialist Studies3 None None Options include Architecture, Dentistry, to applying for admissions. Applications will Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Law, be ranked based upon GPA and LSAT score. Philosophy None None Medicine and many more. Admission will be awarded to the highest UWA Medicine students Philosophy, Politics and Economics None None ranked applicants who fall within the intake learn at one of the Political Science and International Relations None None quota for that year. top 100 medical Psychology (double major) None None schools in the world Psychology in Society None None QS World University Rankings Spanish Studies None None by Subject 2017 Work and Employment Relations None None ^ Score is final year average of 10 subjects, not including English. 1 Prerequisites must be satisfied by achieving a scaled score of 50% or higher, no more than five years before entry. 2 Recommended subjects provide valuable background for courses but do not affect selection. 3 usic prerequisites: AMEB grade 7 (performance) and grade 5 (theory) or their equivalent from the Associated Board M of the Royal School of Music. Applicants must also satisfy the requirement of an audition, in person. * Audition to demonstrate a musical background equivalent to Music ATAR 24 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 25
UWA entry requirements Please note: the following information is intended as a guide only and is subject to change without notice. Visit study.uwa.edu.au for up-to-date information. UNDERGRADUATE COURSE CORE UNITS1 ADDITIONAL CORE UNIT RECOMMENDED UNITS2 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE CORE UNITS1 ADDITIONAL CORE UNITS RECOMMENDED UNITS2 BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE MINIMUM UWAFP AVERAGE: 66%^, MINIMUM ENGLISH AVERAGE: 50% BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (CONT’D) MINIMUM UWAFP AVERAGE: 66%^, MINIMUM ENGLISH AVERAGE: 50% Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing None None Chemistry Engineering Science 5 All Mathematics Units, all Chemistry Units and all Choose Calculus and at least two Units from: Chemistry and Physics Physics Units options from: Applied Mathematics, Anatomy and Human Biology 3 Mathematics Units None None all Chemistry Units and/or all Physics Biochemistry and Molecular Biology* 3 Mathematics Units None All Chemistry units Units Exercise and Health 3 Mathematics Units None None Environmental Science 3 Mathematics Units None Units from: Biology, Chemistry and Geography Genetics* 3 Mathematics Units None All Chemistry units Exercise and Health 3 Mathematics Units None None Humanities in Health and Medicine 3 Mathematics Units None None Genetics3 4 3 Mathematics Units None All Chemistry units Medical Sciences7 3 Mathematics Units All Chemistry Units None Geographical Sciences 3 Mathematics Units None Units from: Biology, Chemistry and Microbiology and Immunology* 3 Mathematics Units None Chemistry Geography Neuroscience 3 Mathematics Units None Units from Chemistry and Physics Geology 3 Mathematics Units None Units from: Biology, Chemistry and Pathology and Laboratory Medicine* 3 Mathematics Units None All Chemistry units Geography Pharmacology 3 Mathematics Units None All Chemistry units Marine Science 3 Mathematics Units None Units from: Biology, Chemistry and Geography Physiology 3 Mathematics Units None None Mathematics and Statistics All Mathematics Units None None Population Health 3 Mathematics Units None None Microbiology and Immunology 3 Mathematics Units None Chemistry Science Communication 3 Mathematics Units None None Natural Resource Management 3 Mathematics Units None Units from: Biology, Chemistry and ^ Score is final year average of 10 subjects, not including English. Geography BACHELOR OF COMMERCE MINIMUM UWAFP AVERAGE: 66%, MINIMUM ENGLISH AVERAGE: 50% Neuroscience 3 Mathematics Units None Units from: Chemistry and Physics Accounting 3 Mathematics Units None Accounting, Economics and Marketing Physics All Mathematics Units and all Physics Units None None Business Law 3 Mathematics Units None Accounting, Economics and Marketing Physiology 3 Mathematics Units None All Chemistry units Economics 3 Mathematics Units None Accounting, Economics and Marketing Psychology (double major) 3 Mathematics Units None None Professional Economics 3 Mathematics Units None Accounting, Economics and Marketing Finance 3 Mathematics Units None Accounting, Economics and Marketing Psychological Science 3 Mathematics Units None None Human Resource Management 3 Mathematics Units None Accounting, Economics and Marketing Science Communication 3 Mathematics Units None None Management 3 Mathematics Units None Accounting, Economics and Marketing Sport Science 3 Mathematics Units None None Marketing 3 Mathematics Units None Accounting, Economics and Marketing Zoology 3 Mathematics Units None Units from: Biology, Chemistry and Geography BACHELOR OF PHILOSOPHY (HONOURS)6 MINIMUM UWAFP AVERAGE: 83%, MINIMUM ENGLISH AVERAGE: 50% ^ Score is final year average of 10 subjects, not including English. Any of the majors listed above may be Any prerequisites required for the intended None None * Midyear applicants must have Chemistry and Biology to complete their degree in three years. studied within the BPhil (Hons) major 1 Prerequisites must be satisfied by achieving a scaled score of 50% or higher, no more than five years before entry. 2 Recommended subjects provide valuable background for courses but do not affect selection. 3 Students must complete three Biology Units should they wish to enter the July intake of the relevant program at UWA. UNDERGRADUATE COURSE CORE UNITS1 ADDITIONAL CORE UNITS RECOMMENDED UNITS2 4 Students must complete three Chemistry units should they wish to enter the July intake of the relevant program at UWA. 5 Students can be admitted without Chemistry and Physics, however this will prevent the taking of a second major. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MINIMUM UWAFP AVERAGE: 66%, MINIMUM ENGLISH AVERAGE: 50% 6 Entry to the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) is subject to a separate competitive entry process. The minimum UWAFP score for entry to the BPhil (Hons) is 83%. February commencements only. Students must also complete an ISAT. Agricultural Science 3 Mathematics Units None None 7 Medical Science is a quota based major which requires a minimum UWAFP score of 75. Anatomy and Human Biology 3 Mathematics Units None None Biochemistry and Molecular Biology*3 4 3 Mathematics Units None All Chemistry units Botany 3 Mathematics Units None Units from: Biology, Chemistry and Geography Chemistry All Mathematics Units Calculus, Applied Mathematics and all All Physics units Chemistry units Computer Science All Mathematics Units None None Conservation Biology 3 Mathematics Units None None Data Science 3 Mathematics Units Calculus and Applied Mathematics None 26 taylorsperth.edu.au International Student Prospectus 2019 27
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