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15MENTORSHIP GUIDANCEFrom the day you arrive at UWA to after you’vegraduated, we’re here to provide all the help andguidance you need. Our academic staff, careeradvisers and industry experts combine theircollective wisdom to help identify opportunitiesspecific to you. With their resources – and yourresolve – you can begin to create a robust plan toget set for your future career.REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCECareer Mentor LinkBe matched with professionals andget insider industry knowledge frompeople with real career experience.We’ll get you moving in the right direction, helpingyou gain tangible and hands-on experience inyour chosen area, and ensuring you hit the groundrunning with future-based skills that will make youstand out from the competition.NETWORKINGUnderstand and engage with your chosenindustry, enhance your employabilityskills, find work and internships, and nailyour résumé and interview.More than 160 student clubs and societiesAttend social, professional-developmentand networking events, and take onleadership and management roles todevelop your skills.To find out more about how we canprepare you for your dream career, fromfirst job to long-term goals, visituwa.edu.au/graduate-career-readyInternational Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/studyCareers Centre“It’s not just what you know, it’s who you know.”It may be an old saying, but it’s as relevant today asever before. At UWA, we can facilitate access to anetwork of like-minded and professional contactsfrom across the world. And by leveraging ourextensive industry connections, you’ll get morethan just a foot in the door.

16The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyMoney mattersCompared to other major cities around the world,living and studying in Perth is a smart decision forinternational students.Working in Australia as aninternational studentGreat news! You’re now allowed to work and earn morewhen studying in Australia.Previously international students were only permittedto work 40 hours per fortnight, however the AustralianGovernment has temporarily removed restrictions onworking hours for all international student visa kCost of livingInternational Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/studyPerth is one of Australia’s most affordable capital cities. Theannual cost of living in Perth depends on your lifestyle andthe type of accommodation you choose. Consider extrafunds to cover various items such as airfares and textbooks.There may also be ancillary fees applicable to your course.AccommodationCost per week (AUD )1Hostels and Guesthouses 90 to 150Shared Rental 95 to 215On campus 385 to 51222Homestay 235 to 325Rental 185 to 440Other living expensesCost per week (AUD )1Groceries and eating out 140 to 280Gas and electricity 10 to 20Phone and Internet 15 to 30Public transport 30 to 60Car (after purchase) 150 to 260Entertainment 80 to modation/live-on-campus40% discount on public transportAs an international student in Perth, you receive a WesternAustralian Government-sponsored 40 per cent discounton all public transport. Hop on the free Purple CAT buswhich will travel from Elizabeth Quay Bus Station to UWA.Student Services and AmenitiesFee (SSAF)The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) is acompulsory fee charged each semester/trimester toall enrolled students. Funds from the SSAF go towardsenhancing the student experience and improving thein-person and online services available to you.uwa.edu.au/students/ssafOverseas Student Health Cover(OSHC)The Australian Government’s Department of Home Affairsrequires all international students applying for a studentvisa to have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) forthe entire duration of their student visa.UWA has a ‘preferred provider’ agreement with Medibank.On acceptance and payment of your first tuition amountand OSHC, UWA will arrange health cover with Medibankfor the anticipated length of your student visa. However,OSHC is offered by a number of providers so you alsohave the option of choosing a different provider. Be sureto check the level of coverage you’ll receive under theirpolicies, and understand what is and isn’t covered.uwa.edu.au/study/health-requirements

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18The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyStudent lifeUWA is more than a university – it’s yourcommunity, with places to eat, drink andshop, stay active, discover incredible artand relax.International Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/studyAccommodationUWA accommodation is an easy walk touni, cafés and shops, and a short bus rideto the city and beaches.Arts and cultureVisit our on-campus art gallery, exploremuseums and enjoy live music.EventsEnjoy fun social events, industrynetworking, workshops and more.Extracurricular courses andprogramsLearn skills and advance your careerthrough free courses and access to ourindustry partners.Food and drinkThere’s a range of cafés and food outletson campus and in the neighbourhood.

19Student clubs and societiesShare your passion or try something new atone of more than 160 clubs and societies.VolunteeringSupport a cause, organisation, charity orgroup, on or off campus.uwa.edu.au/study/student-lifeOur many libraries feature high-techfacilities, learning spaces and virtualassistance options.Spirituality and faithUWA welcomes students with diversecultural and spiritual backgrounds.Sport and fitnessGet active with our state-of-the-art gym,swimming pool, fitness courses, socialsports and more.International Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/studyLibraries

20The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyStudent Exchange andStudy Abroad programExplore the world withouttaking a gap year or time outfrom your degree.150 STUDENT-EXCHANGEPARTNER UNIVERSITIES30 COUNTRIES TO EXPLOREACROSS FIVE CONTINENTSFINANCIAL ASSISTANCEAVAILABLETRAVEL THE WORLD WHILEYOU STUDYInternational Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/studyENHANCE YOUREMPLOYABILITYMAKE LIFELONG FRIENDSINCREASE YOURINDEPENDENCE ANDCONFIDENCEIMMERSE YOURSELF IN ANEW CULTURECHOOSE YOUR OWNEXPERIENCE, FROM TWOWEEKS TO A YEARuwa.edu.au/study/global“Words can’t explain how amazingexchange was. It was a once-in-alifetime opportunity and extremelyrewarding to meet so many newpeople who will be friends for life.”ELLENUNIVERSITY OF VERMONTBURLINGTON, UNITED STATES

21Our partner universitiesAUSTRIAUniversity of ViennaVienna University of Economicsand Business AdministrationBELGIUMCatholic University of LeuvenBRAZILPontifícia Universidade Católicado Paraná - PUCPRCANADADalhousie UniversityHEC MontréalMcGill UniversityMcMaster UniversityQueen’s UniversitySimon Fraser UniversityUniversity of AlbertaUniversity of British ColumbiaUniversity of CalgaryUniversité of MontréalUniversity of OttawaUniversity of TorontoUniversity of WaterlooWestern UniversityCHILEPontificia Universidad Católicade ChileCHINA, PEOPLE’S REPUBLICOFBeijing Language and CultureUniversityFudan UniversityNanjing UniversityPeking UniversityRenmin UniversityShanghai Jiao Tong UniversityTsinghua UniversityUniversity of Science andTechnology ChinaXi’an Jiaotong UniversityZhejiang UniversityFINLANDAalto UniversityUniversity of HelsinkiFRANCEBurgundy School of BusinessESSEC Business SchoolGrenoble Alpes UniversityJean Moulin University Lyon 3Sciences Po LilleSciences Po ParisNew Sorbonne UniversityParis 3National School of Architectureof MontpellierUniversity SorbonneUniversity of StrasbourgHONG KONGThe Chinese University ofHong KongUniversity of Hong KongIRELANDTrinity College DublinUniversity College DublinISRAELHebrew University of JerusalemITALYBocconi UniversityCatholic University of theSacred HeartPolytechnic University of MilanJAPANAkita International UniversityChuo UniversityKansai Gaidai UniversityKobe UniversityKwansei Gakuin UniversityNagoya UniversityOkayama UniversityRitsumeikan Asia PacificUniversityRitsumeikan University KyotoSophia UniversityWaseda UniversityMEXICOIbero-American UniversityNETHERLANDSLeiden UniversityMaastricht UniversityUniversity College MaastrichtUtrecht UniversityUniversity of GroningenVrije UniversityNEW ZEALANDUniversity of OtagoNORWAYNorwegian School ofEconomics and BusinessAdministrationNorwegian University ofLife SciencesNorwegian University ofScience and TechnologyUniversity of BergenUniversity of OsloUniversity of StavangerRÉUNIONNational School of Architectureof MontpellierSINGAPORENanyang TechnologicalUniversityNational University of SingaporeSingapore ManagementUniversitySOUTH KOREAKorea UniversitySeoul National UniversitySogang UniversitySungkyunkwan UniversityYonsei UniversitySPAINAutonomous University ofBarcelonaComillas Pontifical UniversitySWEDENLund UniversityStockholm UniversitySwedish University ofAgricultural SciencesUppsala UniversityUNITED STATESBoston CollegeIndiana UniversityIowa State UniversityKansas State UniversityMontana State UniversityNorth Carolina State UniversityPacific UniversityPurdue UniversityState University of New York atBrockportUniversity of Alabama atBirminghamUniversity of DenverUniversity of Illinois atUrbana-ChampaignUniversity of MarylandUniversity of MassachusettsAmherstUniversity of New MexicoUniversity of Notre Damedu LacUniversity of RochesterUniversity of South DakotaUniversity of Texas at AustinUniversity of VermontUniversity of West AlabamaSWITZERLANDUniversity of St GallenUniversity of ZurichTHAILANDChulalongkorn UniversityUNITED KINGDOMBader International StudyCentre (Queen’s University)Cardiff UniversityDurham UniversityManchester Business SchoolQueen Mary University ofLondonRoyal Holloway University ofLondonUniversity College LondonUniversity of AberdeenUniversity of BathUniversity of BristolUniversity of EssexUniversity of ExeterUniversity of GlasgowUniversity of LeedsUniversity of LiverpoolUniversity of ManchesterUniversity of NottinghamUniversity of SheffieldUniversity of SouthamptonUniversity of SussexUniversity of YorkURUGUAYUniversidad de MontevideoInternational Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/studyDENMARKÅarhus UniversityCopenhagen Business SchoolTechnical University of DenmarkUniversity of CopenhagenGERMANYAlbert-Ludwigs University ofFreiburgEberhard-Karls University ofTübingenFree University of BerlinHeinrich Heine UniversityDüsseldorfHumbolt University of BerlinLudwig Maximilian Universityof MunichRWTH AachenUniversity of StuttgartWHU Otto Beisheim School ofManagement

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23SupportDisability supportPerform at your academic best with support for any disability,whether a physical or mental health condition. UWA can help,no matter if your condition is ongoing, temporary or episodic.Health and wellbeingConfidential medical, welfare and mental-health support witha variety of specialist services and a pharmacy on campus. Ifyou're looking for a doctor or GP, there's a Medical Centreon campus, as well as counsellors, mental health nurses,psychologists, physiotherapists and more.Support servicesYou’ll have plenty of support and helpwhen you get to UWA. Here are just afew of the services we offer.Uni lifeGetting startedTake part in orientation activities, receive mentoring froman experienced student (UniMentor) and support from theUWA team to help you settle into university life.Course adviceAcademic supportOne-on-one support, study skills workshops(STUDYSmarter), extensive online resources and more.International student supportOur dedicated support services will help you settle intoWestern Australia and UWA life.UWA Student GuildRun by students, for students, to make sure you have thebest university experience possible.If you're feeling worried, stressed or upset, reach out forsupport by dropping into The Living Room for a chat. Youdon't need to make an appointment - there's always someoneavailable to listen and help.SafetyA security team is on campus 24/7 and is available to walk youto your car, bus stop or UWA accommodation after hours.Preparing and planningCareer supportPersonalised career advice, industry mentoring, onlineresources, networking events, workshops and more.Childcare servicesAvailable for children aged six weeks to five years,plus after school and vacation care for primaryschool-aged children.uwa.edu.au/studentsInternational Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/studyAdvice on study plans, enrolment, scholarships, studyingabroad, extracurricular activities and more.Mental health

24The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyAccommodationat UWAThere are many options for quality accommodation close to theUWA campus. Guaranteed accommodation is offered to newfull-time students.uwa.edu.au/guaranteed-accommodationUWA Residential CollegesHow to applyMake the most of your time at UWA and enjoy an amazing,fully inclusive lifestyle. Our five residential colleges arelocated directly opposite UWA, so you can sleep in and stillmake it to class on time!1.  Research the UWA residential college accommodationwebsites to decide which suits you best.As well as your own secure, fully furnished room, you’ll get: meals (depending on college/room type), cleaning,utilities, internet and more included in your fees an action-packed calendar of events, activities andprograms p lenty of spaces in which to study, relax or be active an extensive range of personal and careerdevelopment opportunities 24/7 support, whether you need help with study or justsomeone to talk toInternational Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/study lifelong friends from all over the world2.  Apply online at livingoncampus.uwa.edu.au (you'llbe asked to rank the colleges in order of your personalpreference).3.  You’ll be contacted directly by your first-preferencecollege within two weeks.Applications open approximately 12 months in advance.We recommend applying as early as possible – you don’thave to wait until you receive an offer from UWA.Find out more: uwa.edu.au/collegesApply now: livingoncampus.uwa.edu.auContact us: residentialcolleges@uwa.edu.auFees: uwa.edu.au/study/live-on-campus/feesOverview of 2022 Residential College fees and charges1Weekly Fee (AUD)Room TypeMeals IncludedSt Catherine’s College 450Premium Single Room21 meals per weekSt George’s College 448All Room Types21 meals per weekSt Thomas More College 430Standard Room16 meals per weekTrinity Residential College 445Standard Room21 meals per weekUniHall 350Standard Room14 meals per week1The fees overview should be read in conjunction with each college’s fee schedule. Prices quoted are based on 2022 standard single-room rates;additional room types are available. Weekly fees vary depending on the room type, length of stay and additional inclusions.

25Living off campusPrefer to live more independently? UWA owns arange of apartments, units and houses a short walkfrom campus.S T C AT H ER I N E ’ S COLLEGEST GEORGE’ S COLLEGESTC AT H E R I N E S . U WA . E D U . AUSTGC.UWA .EDU. AUPerfect for undergraduate and postgraduatestudents, as well as students with families, they'repart-furnished, and maintained by UWA’s propertymanagement team. Rental contracts run for six or 12months with the option to renew and stay longer.As a guide, the rent for an unfurnished one- ortwo-bedroom unit close to UWA is AUD 265- 500per week (plus ongoing costs such as power, water,telephone and crawley-village-housingUNIVERSITY HALLUNIHALL .UWA .EDU. AUTRINIT Y RESIDENTIAL COLLEGETRC.UWA .EDU. AUPerth city studentaccommodationCampus Perth and The Boulevard (by Yugo) arestudent accommodation properties endorsed byUWA. Both are located in the social and culturalhub of Northbridge, close to public transportfor easy access to UWA. Shared and single roomoptions are available; rates start from AUD 150per week*.ST THOMAS MORE COLLEGESTMC.UWA .EDU. accommodation*Based on 2021 Campus Perth rates, subject to room type and availability.UWA @uwa.edu.au 61 8 9488 0500International Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/studyThe UWA Accommodation Office can provideadvice and information in regards to finding longand short-term accommodation both on andoff campus.

26The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyExplore your optionsSpecialise in one area or create a degree thatcombines your interests. Whatever you seek, you’llfind a degree that fits.Undergraduate degreesStarting your first university degree? Our undergraduate courses give you plenty of options.TYPE OF DEGREECOMPREHENSIVECHOOSE THIS TO design your own course and studyInternational Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/studywhat interests you.SPECIALISED prepare for your dream career in aspecific professional field.COMBINED BACHELOR’S prepare for a specific professionalcareer while also studying otherareas that interest you.HONOURS follow up your bachelor’s degreeand start on the path to further studyor research.YOUR SUBJECT OPTIONS Choose 1-2 majors Add electives/minors according to your interests Swap subjects during your degree if your interests change Take an extended major that’s carefully designed to teachyou your new career Choose electives/minors that complement your major Take a specialised bachelor’s degree with a study planspecifically designed for your chosen career Increase your career options with a comprehensivebachelor’s degree that follows your interests Complete the bachelor’s degree of your choice Follow up with a one-year program, that encouragesadvanced coursework skills, creativity and research Some bachelor’s degrees have an honours element built-in,and run for four years

27What makes up abachelor’s degree?MajorBridging units A sequence of units that teaches knowledge in a Taken if you don’t have the required subject or certain areaMakes up at least one-third of your courseExtended majors can be up to two-thirds of your courseYo

The University of Western Australia acknowledges that its campuses are situated on Noongar land and that Noongar people remain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land and continue to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge. Professor Amit Chakma Vice-Chancellor International Course Guide 2023 uwa.edu.au/study