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InternationalUndergraduateCourse Guide 2021–22GET CAREER-READY WITH A UWA DEGREE
2The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyWelcome toour communityWelcome to The University of Western Australia (UWA), where you’ll join ouraccomplished graduates in becoming global professionals who drive change toshape the future.At UWA, we prepare our graduates to improve the lives of others. With the world– and the skills you need to succeed in it – changing all the time, our distinctive,experience-rich curriculum and outstanding learning experience will give youthe knowledge and the adaptability to make a positive difference in society.We look forward to you joining our community and supporting you in shapingyour future career goals.The University of Western Australia acknowledges that itscampuses are situated on Noongar land and that Noongar peopleremain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land andcontinue to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge.
3ContentsStudy at UWAWhy students love Perth4Bachelor of Automation and Robotics76A unique campus6Health and Biomedical Sciences78Our global reputation8Humanities and Social Sciences94Be part of something bigger with UWA9Bachelor of Philosophy, Politicsand Economics110, 58Seek a future full of possibilities10Career and industry experience11Student life12Support services13Money matters14Scholarships available to internationalstudents15Student Exchange andStudy Abroad program16Our partner universities17Accommodation at UWA18Music and Fine Arts118Bachelor of Music124Physical Sciences and Mathematics126Honours at UWA133Bachelor of Arts134Bachelor of Biomedical Science135Bachelor of Science136Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)13720Join UWACombined Bachelor’s and Master’s22How to apply138Choosing what to study24Entry pathways139Agricultural, Environmental andBiological SciencesAcademic entry requirements14026English language requirements142Architecture, Design and Planning38Help with English language skills143Bachelor of Environmental Design40Useful links and important dates144Business and Law46Course index146Bachelor of Business48Bachelor of Commerce51Bachelor of Philosophy, Politicsand Economics58, 110Data and Computer Science60Bachelor of Advanced ComputerScience (Honours)62Education68Pathways to becoming a teacher70Engineering72International Undergraduate Course Guide 2021–22 uwa.edu.au/studyOur degrees
4The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyWhy studentslove PerthBy choosing UWA, you’re not just choosing a worldtop 100 university1, you’re choosing to live in a city ofopportunity that’s the perfect base for study – and alaunchpad for your career.Growing populationAn affordable, quality lifestyle Perth is Australia’s fourth-largest city and is Perth is a safe, friendly and welcoming city, famous forconsistently one of the fastest-growing cities inoffering a quality lifestyle It’s the sunniest capital city in Australia and in the topAustralia Its population has doubled in 40 years2 to10 healthiest cities in the world6,7, with more than eight2 millionhours of sunshine per day, and good to very good air It has a projected population of 3.5 million byquality year-round820503 Perth is multicultural, warm and welcoming – 37%of its population was born overseas, with peoplefrom 190 countries 4 Transport is easy – Perth city is less than 20 minutesfrom beaches and national parks It’s officially rated as world’s 14th most liveable cityMore recently, Perth has become oneof the most affordable destinations forstudents.Perth is a city of opportunity andprosperity WA has long been the export powerhouse of theAustralian economy, producing 48% of Australia’smerchandise exports in 2019-202 More affordable than Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane9 Lowest accommodation cost of any Australian capitalcity9 35% of ASX-listed companies have headquarters4in Perth The economy sees consistently strong economicgrowth, above the Australian average2 Annual incomes in Perth are 8% above thenational average51 QS 20202 Western Australian Treasury Corporation, 20203 perth.wa.gov.au, 20204 ThinkPerth 20195 Australian Bureau of Statistics May 20206 Bureau of Meteorology7 Spotahome Healthiest Cities Index, 20188 World Air Quality Index Project9 Worldwide Cost of Living Survey 2019, EconomistIntelligence Unit 2
5Australia’s gateway to Asia Perth is the closest major Australiancapital city to Asia Stay connected to home and the globaleconomy – Perth is in the same timezone as 60% of the world’s population(plus/minus 2 hours) Perth’s proximity to Asia makes thecity unique among international 11SEOUL10TOKYOSHANGHAIDUBAI811HONG KONGBANGALORE11LOKUALA 8JOHANNESBURGSYDNEY115MELBOURNE 5 66CHRISTCHURCHFlight time from Perth (hours) 4AUCKLAND64 3BRISBANE 7GMT 8 9 10 11
6The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyA uniquecampusCOTTESLOE BEACH (6KM)10 MIN DRIVEUWA’s main campus is located on thepicturesque banks of the Swan River (DerbarlYerrigan), just minutes from Perth's CBD.Featuring expansive green spaces, cafés andUWA HEALTH CAMPUSshops, as well as a multitude of modern teachingUWA COLLEGE ROWand research facilities, our campus provides youwith a world-class learning environment.See the campus for yourself through our onlinevirtual tour: uwa.edu.au/360-campus-tour/UWA ClaremontJust a few minutes from the UWAcampus is the University’s historicClaremont campus, which is home tothe UWA Centre for English LanguageTeaching (UWA CELT) and TaylorsCollege, which provides foundationcourses for international students.ENJOY THE SCENERYOF MATILDA BAYUWA’s Albany CentreLocated five hours' drive from Perth, the Albany Centreoffers students a high-tech learning environment. Hereyou can experience all that regional Western Australia hasto offer while studying at university.albany.uwa.edu.au
7KINGS PARK (1KM)15 MIN WALKPERTH CBD (5KM)10 MIN DRIVE19 MIN RIDE ON BIKE PATHPERTH AIRPORT (22KM)30 MIN DRIVEELIZABETH QUAYUWACAMPUSRELAX IN A HERITAGE-LISTEDGARDENTHE STARS AT SOMERVILLECULTURAL PRECINCTAUDITORIUMInternational Undergraduate Course Guide 2021–22 uwa.edu.au/studyWATCH A MOVIE UNDERDISCOVER UWA’S
8The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyOur global reputationStudy at a world top 100 university (QS 2021)#1 IN WA FOR GRADUATEEMPLOYABILITY( Q S G R A D UATE EM PLOYABIL IT Y R ANKING 2 0 2 0 )MORE THAN 4,500 GLOBALINDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPSAWARD-WINNING TEACHERS( AU STR A L IA N AWAR DS FO R U NIV E R SIT Y T E ACHING 2020)Ranked in the world’s top 50 for FIVE STARS FOR TEACHING QUALITY STUDENT DEMAND STUDENT TEACHER RATIO( G O O D U N IVER SIT IE S GU IDE 2 0 2 1 )RANKED 85TH IN THE WORLD( A RW U 2 02 0)Agriculture and ForestryAnatomy and PhysiologyCivil and Structural EngineeringEarth and Marine SciencesGeologyGeophysicsMineral and Mining EngineeringSports-related Subjects(QS WUR BY SUBJECT 2020)— Agricultural SciencesBiological SciencesClinical MedicineEarth SciencesEcologyEnvironmental Science and EngineeringHuman Biological SciencesMarine/Ocean EngineeringMining and Mineral EngineeringOceanographyWater Resources(ARWU 2020)
9Be part of somethingbigger with UWANo matter where you go, you’ll find yourself in thecompany of extraordinary people who will be yourmentors, collaborators and friends.Connect with and benefit from alumni who are globalleaders in business, industry, government, education,research and culture.alumni.uwa.edu.au“ The educational background atUWA has helped me establish mycareer, initially as a lawyer, but has alsogiven me the confidence to diversifyinto the recruitment industry inLondon and now Hong Kong where Iam currently a managing director of amarket-leading global recruitment firm.I have also kept in touch with my UWAalumni contacts internationally, someof whom have become close friends aswell as clients of mine.”RICKYMANAGING DIRECTORROBERT WALTERS (HONG KONG)International Undergraduate Course Guide 2021–22 uwa.edu.au/studyWhen you graduate from UWA, youautomatically join our community ofmore than 130,000 graduates spanningevery continent across the globe. That’sa powerful network.
10The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studySeek a futurefull of possibilitiesAs WA’s only top 100 university (QS 2021), our experience-richcurriculum and global network prepare you for the everchanging world outside your degree. Kick-start a successfulcareer and join our accomplished graduates in becoming globalprofessionals, driving change and shaping the future.Gain real-world, practicalexperienceCreate connections for lifeWe’ll provide you with thenot just a university, and makeenvironment to build technical skillslifelong personal connections. Withand valuable connections throughmore than 140 clubs and societieshands-on learning, internships, workto choose from, you’ll enjoy anintegrated learning, volunteering forunrivalled student lifestyle andcredit and more.socialise with people who value theBuild your industry networkYou’ll gain industry connections evenbefore you graduate, helping you geta headstart in your chosen industry.Connect with professionals in yourfield for one-on-one advice throughour mentoring program, and accesslocal, national and global networksinside and outside the classroom.Learn from leaders inthe fieldYou’ll work alongside world-leadingacademics who are passionate andengaged. Our academics are at thecutting edge of knowledge, meaningyou’ll be exposed to live projects andnew discoveries in your field of interestahead of others.At UWA you join a community,same things you do.
11Career and industryexperienceAs a UWA student, you’ll get careeradvice and industry experience before yougraduate. You’ll also have access to a widerange of resources and services, including: advice from our dedicated UWA Careers andEmployability Centre one-to-one access with a qualified CareerDevelopment Consultant the UWA Careers and Employability Award Program the Career Mentor Link Program, matching youwith professionals who will share their knowledgeand career experience help with your résumé and preparing for job interviews access to potential employers at our Careers andEmployability fairs, workshops and seminars free and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning industry integrated learning – our talented academics“My time at UWA gave me the chance todevelop a wide range of skills and creatediverse networks within industry. I cameare highly engaged with industry and, as WA’s topto UWA seeking an internationallyuniversity, we have extensive networks that will add torecognised engineering degree and gotyour learning experience Work Integrated Learning (WIL) activities, where you’llprofessional connections the McCusker Centre for Citizenship’s award-winningInternship Program with not-for-profit, community andgovernment organisations the chance to get your own UniMentor – or become one access to volunteering opportunities through thestructure and the thriving student life,I’ve scored a cool job straight out of uniand met some of my closest friends.”NEVINBACHELOR OF SCIENCE – ENGINEERING SCIENCEUWA Student Guild the opportunity to become a UWA StudentAmbassador and gain a strong extracurricularactivity for your résumé Bloom WA, a community of change-makerstackling global problems the IQ Academy program, where you’ll gain the skills,mindset and tools to become an entrepreneur access to My UniHub, your one-stop-shop for careerplanning, opportunities, resources and more.UWA Careersand EmployabilityAward ProgramGet the practical work experienceand knowledge you need to becomecareer-ready, with hands-on learningthat’s highly valued by employers.careers.uwa.edu.au/awardInternational Undergraduate Course Guide 2021–22 uwa.edu.au/studygain workplace knowledge and skills, as well as lastingso much more. Thanks to the course
12The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyStudent lifeUWA is more than a university – it’s your community. There are many great places toeat, drink and shop, get fit, discover incredible art, relax, study and more.AccommodationLibrariesLiving at UWA means you can easily walk to uni, cafésUWA has five libraries across campus with high-tech studyand shops; you're also a short bus ride to the city andfacilities, resources and learning spaces.Perth's best beaches.Spirituality and faithArts and cultureUWA is a multi-faith university that supports and welcomesOur on-campus art gallery features rotating exhibitions.students with diverse cultural and spiritual backgrounds.Explore museums and enjoy regular music concerts.Sport and fitnessEventsGet active with our state-of-the-art gym, swimming pool,Enjoy fun social events, opportunities for industrya wide range of recreational and fitness courses, socialnetworking, workshops and more.sports and more.Extracurricular courses and programsStudent clubs and faculty societiesThrough collaborations with industry partners, we offerWith more than 140 clubs and societies, you’re sure to finda range of free leadership, entrepreneurial and othera perfect fit.courses to expand your skill set and advance your career.UWA appFood and drinkFind events on campus, connect with friends and discoverEnjoy a variety of cuisines (catering for all dietaryall the tools to get ahead.requirements) from cafés and a range of food outlets oncampus and in the neighbourhood.VolunteeringThere are opportunities to get involved on or off campus,Health promotionto support a cause, organisation, charity or group.Gain knowledge in various areas across community healthand wellbeing to improve the lives of your peers.InternshipsGain valuable experience for your future career.uwa.edu.au/study/student-life
13SupportservicesYou’ll have plenty of support and helpwhen you get to UWA. Here are just afew of the services we offer.Getting startedTake part in orientation activities, receive mentoring froman experienced student (UniMentor) and get supportfrom the UWA team to help you settle into uni life.Academic supportHealth and wellbeingSmarter), extensive online resources and more.Confidential medical, welfare and mental health support. Ifyou're looking for a doctor or GP, there's a Medical CentreCareer supporton campus, as well as a pharmacy, counsellors, mentalPersonalised career advice, industry mentoring, onlinehealth nurses, psychologists, physiotherapists and more.resources, networking events, workshops and more.International student supportChildcare servicesOur dedicated support services will help you settle intoAvailable for children aged six weeks to five years,Australia and UWA life.plus after-school and vacation care for primary schoolaged children.SafetyA security team is on campus 24/7 and is available toCourse advicewalk you to your car, bus stop or UWA accommodationAdvice on study plans, enrolment, scholarships, studyingafter hours.abroad, extracurricular activities and more.UWA Student GuildDisability supportRun by students, for students, to make sure you have thePerform at your academic best with support for anybest university experience possible.disability, whether a physical or mental health condition.UWA can help, no matter if your condition is ongoing,temporary or episodic.uwa.edu.au/studentsInternational Undergraduate Course Guide 2021–22 uwa.edu.au/studyOne-on-one support, academic skills workshops (Study
14The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyMoney mattersCompared to other major cities around the world, living andstudying in Perth is a smart decision for international students.One of Australia’s most affordable capital citiesWorking in Australia as aninternational studentStudent Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF)Under the terms of a student visa, once you havecompulsory fee that directly benefits all UWA students.commenced your course as an international student,The fee is used to develop and provide a range ofyou can work up to 40 hours per fortnight whilerecreational facilities together with social, education andyour course is in session and unlimited hours duringrepresentation activities and services.scheduled course ents/homeaffairs.gov.aussaf40 per cent discount on public transportOverseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)As an international student in Perth, you receive aThe Department of Immigration and Border ProtectionWestern Australian Government-sponsored 40 per centrequires international students applying for a student visadiscount on all public transport. Free buses operateto have Overseas Student Health Cover for the entirearound the Perth CBD and, on average, public transportduration of their student visa. This is not applicable tocosts AUD 30– 60 per week.students from Norway, Sweden and Belgium, who areThe UWA Student Services and Amenities Fee is acovered under a separate arrangement.Cost of livingThe annual cost of living in Perth depends on your lifestyleOSHC is offered by a number of providers. You may obtainand the type of accommodation you choose; however,OSHC from the provider of your choice.AUD 450– 550 per week is generally sufficient for single students to live comfortably (this does not covertuition fees or medical cover). Consider extra funds tocover various items such as airfares and textbooks. ThereThe University of Western Australia has a ‘preferredmay also be ancillary fees applicable to your course.provider’ agreement with Allianz Global ivingOn acceptance and payment of your offer, UWA willarrange health cover with Allianz Global AssistancePerth has become one of the most affordablefor the duration of your student visa. For informationdestinations for students. More affordable thanon the University’s agreement with Allianz GlobalAssistance, refer to uwa.edu.au/students/campus-life/Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane and the lowestaccommodation cost of any Australian capital city thealth-cover. Phone and internet: AUD 15– 30 per weekCar (after purchase): AUD 150– 260 per weekStudents who take the OSHC policy with UWA willEntertainment: AUD 80– 150 per weekautomatically receive support through the Sonder App.Groceries and eating out: AUD 140– 280 per weekSonder Australia provides access to a student safetynetwork, which can provide 24/7 in-person criticalincident assistance when required.Source: Education and Living Costs in Australia, Australian Government stralia/living-costs1. Worldwide Cost of Living Survey 2019, Economist Intelligence Unitallianzassistancehealth.com.au/en/sonder/
15Scholarships availableto internationalstudentsWe offer a range of UWA-funded and other scholarships tointernational students from across the globe.You might want to consider applying for one of these, whichencourage you to pursue excellence, during your time in Perthor at our regional campus in Albany.Below are just a few of the scholarships on offer:UWA Global Excellence ScholarshipIf you’re a high-achieving student from an eligible countryand you’re applying for an undergraduate or postgraduatedegree at UWA, you could be awarded one of our Globalannual tuition fee discount and eligible students will beDestination Australia Scholarshipsautomatically offered the scholarship in their offer letterA total of 16 scholarships valued at 15,000 per studentfrom UWA. This means you do not need to submit aper year will be made available from 2021 to students whoseparate application for this scholarship. Find out more:wish to study at the UWA Albany campus. The shipallocation of funds per annum provides the possibility forUWA Global Sporting ExcellenceScholarshipstudents to either pay for their courses up front or pay rentand living expenses – or maybe a combination of both.Find out more: education.gov.au/destination-australiaGot an aptitude for sports? UWA’s Global SportingExcellence Scholarship is awarded to high-performingathletes, coaches and officials who are from an eligibleYou can find out more about our UWA-fundedcountry and commencing a course in which thisscholarships at uwa.edu.au/scholarship is available. Find out more: hips/uwa-funded-scholarshipsScholarship information is current at time of printing and subject to changeInternational Undergraduate Course Guide 2021–22 uwa.edu.au/studyExcellence Scholarships. The scholarship offers an
16The 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 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
17Our 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 ChileDENMARKÅarhus UniversityCopenhagen Business SchoolTechnical University of DenmarkUniversity of CopenhagenFINLANDAalto UniversityUniversity of HelsinkiFRANCEBurgundy School of BusinessESSEC Business SchoolGrenoble Alpes UniversityJean Moulin University Lyon 3Sciences Po GrenobleSciences 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 UniversitySWITZERLANDUniversity of St GallenUniversity of ZurichUNITED STATESBoston CollegeIndiana UniversityIowa State UniversityKansas State UniversityMontana State UniversityNorth Carolina State UniversityPacific UniversityPurdue UniversityState University of New Yorkat BrockportUniversity of Alabamaat BirminghamUniversity of DenverUniversity of Illinois atUrbana-ChampaignUniversity of MarylandUniversity of MassachusettsAmherstUniversity of New MexicoUniversity of Notre Dame du LacUniversity of PennsylvaniaUniversity of RochesterUniversity of South DakotaUniversity of Texas at AustinUniversity of VermontUniversity of WashingtonUniversity of West AlabamaWillamette UniversityTHAILANDChulalongkorn UniversityUNITED KINGDOMBader International StudyCentre (Queen’s University)Cardiff UniversityDurham UniversityLoughborough 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 Undergraduate Course Guide 2021–22 uwa.edu.au/studyCHINA, PEOPLE’SREPUBLIC OFBeijing Language andCulture UniversityFudan UniversityNanjing UniversityPeking UniversityRenmin UniversityShanghai Jiao Tong UniversityTsinghua UniversityUniversity of Science andTechnology ChinaXi’an Jiaotong UniversityZhejiang UniversityGERMANYAlbert-Ludwigs Universityof FreiburgEberhard-Karls Universityof TübingenFree University of BerlinHeinrich Heine UniversityDüsseldorfHumbolt University of BerlinLudwig Maximilian Universityof MunichRWTH AachenUniversity of StuttgartWHU Otto Beisheim Schoolof Management
18The University of Western Australia uwa.edu.au/studyAccommodationat UWAThere are many options for good-quality accommodationclose to the UWA campus. Guaranteed accommodation isoffered to new full-time students.uwa.edu.au/guaranteed-accommodationLiving on campusMake the most of your time at UWA and enjoy an amazing,How to applyfully inclusive lifestyle. Our five residential colleges are1. Research the college websites to decide which suitsyou best.located directly opposite UWA, so you can sleep in late and2. Complete your application atstill get to class on time.livingoncampus.uwa.edu.auAs well as your own secure, fully furnished room, you’ll get:(ranking the colleges in order of your personal meals, cleaning, utilities, internet and more included inpreference).3. You’ll be contacted directly by your first-preferenceyour fees an action-packed calendar of events, activities andcollege within two weeks.programs p lenty of spaces in which to study, relax or be active an extensive range of personal and careerApplications open 12 months in advance. We recommendapplying as early as possible – you don’t have to wait untildevelopment opportunitiesyou receive an offer from UWA. 24/7 support, whether you need help with study or justsomeone to talk to lifelong friends from all over the world.Find out more: uwa.edu.au/collegesApply now: livingoncampus.uwa.edu.auContact us: residentialcolleges@uwa.edu.auOverview of 2020 Residential College fees and charges¹:ST CATHERINE’S COLLEGE⁴STCATHERINES.UWA.EDU.AUST GEORGE’S COLLEGE⁴STGC.UWA.EDU.AUST THOMAS MORE COLLEGESTMC.UWA.EDU.AUTRINITY RESIDENTIALCOLLEGEWeekly fee²Standardyear fee³BedsAUD 485AUD 19,400430AUD 490AUD 19,450225AUD 390AUD 15,210400AUD 438AUD 17,520350AUD 370AUD 14,800750TRC.UWA.EDU.AUUNIVERSITY HALLUNIHALL.UWA.EDU.AU1. The fees overview should be read in conjunction witheach college’s fee schedule. Prices quoted are basedon 2020 standard single-room rates; additional roomtypes are also available. Weekly fees vary dependingon the room type, length of stay and additional inclusions.Fees for 2021 will be available late 2020; check theindividual college websites for the latest and mostcomprehensive information.2. The weekly fee includes 14 meals per week for UniversityHall, and 16 meals per week for St Thomas More College.Meal packages can be upgraded at an additional cost. Allother colleges’ rates are inclusive of 21 meals per week.3. Standard yearly fee includes accommodation, meals,utilities, cleaning, access to communal college facilities,plus a variety of programs and activities offered throughoutthe year. Other upfront fees may apply, depending on thecollege or room type allocated. Refer to the individualcollege websites for full fee schedules.4. L imited twin-share rooms may be available atSt Catherine’s College and St George’s College onrequest, subject to availability.
19Living off campusUWA owns and manages a range of apartments,units and houses adjacent to campus that areperfect if you’re seeking a more independentlifestyle.Ideal for postgraduate students and studentswith families, properties are partially furnishedand you’ll be supported by UWA’s propertymanagement team who understand the needs ofour students.Whether you choose to rent a UWA-ownedS T C AT H ER I N E ’ S COLLEGESTC AT H E R I N E S . U WA . E D U . AUST GEORGE’ S COLLEGESTGC.UWA .EDU. AUproperty or one that is privately or commerciallylisted, please note that you take full responsibilityfor the property and sign a rental contract.As a guide, the average cost of renting or leasingan unfurnished one- or two-bedroom unit closeto UWA is between AUD 220 and AUD 500 perweek. There are also upfront costs to consider,such as a bond or security deposit, and utilityconnection fees. Other costs, such as electricityST THOMAS MORE COLLEGESTMC.UWA .EDU. AUUNIVERSITY HALLUNIHALL .UWA .EDU. AUand/or gas, telephone and food, are usually notPerth city student accommodationCampus Perth and The Boulevard (by TheStudent Housing Company) are purpose-builtstudent accommodation properties endorsedTRINIT Y RESIDENTIAL COLLEGETRC.UWA .EDU. AUby UWA. They offer a wide range of private andshared room options with rates starting fromAUD 162 per week* and you’ll also have acce
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