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Undergraduate

Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing: Understanding the origins and strategies for more equitable health and wellbeing for Aboriginal communities is the leading health issue in Australia.

Accounting: Speak the language of business as you learn to summarise, analyse and interpret financial information for shareholders, managers and other stakeholders.

Agricultural Science: Agricultural Science provides the technology and research for sustainable, profitable and ethical food production worldwide.

Anatomy and Human Biology: A major in Anatomy and Human Biology will let you discover how your body works, why it works that way, where people come from and how we are related to one another.

Anthropology and Sociology: Anthropology and Sociology is the study of the nature of humanity along with the complexities of social relationships, and offers a way of understanding the whole context of human experiences.

Applied Computing: Strong computing and data analysis skills are becoming necessary in an ever-increasing number of disciplines and workplace contexts.

Archaeology: Archaeology is the study of past human societies through their material remains–the things people leave behind.

Architecture: Architecture is concerned with the conceptualisation and design of individual buildings, urban configurations and landscapes in response to existing and emerging economic, technical and social needs and desires.

Asian Studies: Asian Studies encompasses a range of topics, including Asian societies, cultures, history, politics, religion and environmental issues.

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology: Biochemists and molecular biologists are interested in the molecular functions of all living organisms from the smallest bacterium to the largest whale.

Biomedical Science: The biomedical sciences help us understand disease, how it occurs, what happens and how we can control, cure and prevent it.

Botany: Botany is the scientific study of plants.

Business Law: Law is a fundamental business discipline. Its study allows you to develop a wider perspective on both the business and regulatory landscape and specialised expertise that will not only enrich your business career but can also lay the foundations for successful postgraduate studies in law.

Chemistry: Chemistry is central to virtually all areas of modern science and technology, providing a foundation for fields such as biochemistry, chemical engineering, food science, materials science, geology, nanotechnology and pharmacology.

Chinese: Chinese (Mandarin) is the most widely-spoken language in the world and its study can open up extraordinary opportunities for your future.

Classics and Ancient History: UWA is the only university in Western Australia where you can study this exciting major. It combines the languages, literature, history, art and archaeology of the ancient Greek and Roman civilisations to give you a holistic picture of this vibrant and eternally relevant era.

Communication and Media Studies: Communication and Media Studies is one of the most exciting and rapidly-evolving areas of study in today's media-driven world.

Computer Science: Computing software and systems are becoming increasingly integral to our lives, revolutionising the world in which we live, work and communicate.

Conservation Biology: Conservation biology is the science of protecting and managing biodiversity.

Economics (double major): A double major in Economics provides you with a concentrated program of study in economics.

Economics (single major): Studying Economics, you will understand the way the world works - the stockmarket, national economies, and the world economy.

Engineering Science: Engineering is the creative application of science and mathematics to design solutions for global challenges.

English and Cultural Studies: With English and Cultural Studies, you will explore many areas of reading, writing and performance including the study of literature, film, theatre and creative and professional writing.

Environmental Science: Provides the research basis for solving environmental problems.

European Studies: Through European Studies, you have the opportunity to learn about the cultures and societies that have shaped modern Europe.

Exercise and Health: If you are you passionate about exercise and health and want to spread the word and educate others about keeping fit and being healthy, then this major is for you.

Finance: Finance is the lifeblood of the economy – in finance you will learn how money and projects come together.

French Studies: Studying French at UWA is more than simply learning a language. It's an experience which will open your mind to different cultures and enrich you with knowledge of history.

Genetics: Genetics is the study of biologically inherited traits as diverse as those that cause human disease, or allow a rare plant to live in only one isolated spot in the southwest, or result in a desirable characteristic found in a domestic animal used in agriculture.

Geography: Geography is the study of the Earth's landscapes, peoples, places and environments.

Geology: Geology studies the evolution and characteristics of the Earth.

German Studies: German is one of the most widely-spoken languages in Europe and as a result, can open doors to many enriching cultural experience.

History: Studying History introduces you to the way we create the collective memory of the human race. This is not as easy as it sounds, as our memory can play tricks.

History of Art: The History of Art major introduces you to art within the whole spectrum of our visual experience.

Human Geography and Planning: Human Geography and Planning is about understanding and guiding the development of cities and regions.

Human Resource Management: You will learn how to recruit, train and manage an effective workforce.

Indigenous Knowledge, History and Heritage: A major in Indigenous Knowledge, History and Heritage will allow you to explore the worldview and historical experiences of Indigenous peoples in Australia as well as critically analyse Western disciplinary constructs around Indigenous knowledges and peoples.

Indonesian: A major in Indonesian enables you to achieve a high level of fluency in the language and learn about the unique culture and history of the country.

Integrated Design: Integrated Design involves the creation of objects, places and spaces in response to existing and emerging economic, technical and social needs and desires.

Italian Studies: Italian is a rewarding language to learn as it opens up the riches of Italy's cultural past and its dynamic present.

Japanese: Studying Japanese language, culture and society means taking a significant step towards becoming Asia-literate – an important attribute for future global citizens, particularly in Australia.

Landscape Architecture: Landscape Architecture is a design discipline primarily concerned with the quality of the environment.

Law and Society: The Law and Society major examines broad theoretical issues about the nature of law and society as well as how the relationship plays out in particular fields of legal and social policy at both domestic and international levels.

Linguistics: Linguistics is the study of the nature of human language and communication.

Management: Management is the backbone of any organisation, providing organisational, operational, staffing and resourcing expertise that can be applied anywhere, anytime.

Marine Science: Marine Science focuses on the sustainable use and protection of the marine environment.

Marketing: Come behind the advertising jingles to investigate the real world of marketing – product and services marketing, branding, not-for-profit and social marketing, digital marketing, ethical consumer practices, and all the latest innovations in the field.

Mathematics and Statistics: Mathematics is humanity's most powerful tool for comprehending the universe and is essential for many fields of modern endeavour such as science, technology, engineering and finance.

Medieval and Early Modern Studies: Medieval and Early Modern Studies explores the culture and history of Europe between the 5th and 18th centuries.

Microbiology and Immunology: Microbes are organisms too small to be seen without a microscope and Microbiology is the study of these organisms and the role they play in health and disease and the environment.

Music Studies: Through Music Studies, you have the opportunity to learn music in a variety of ways including performance, composition, history and education.

Natural Resource Management: Natural resource managers guide sustainable development to protect environmental assets.

Neuroscience: A major in Neuroscience will allow you to explore how nervous systems work and how nervous system function can be restored after disease and injury to the brain.

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine: With Pathology and Laboratory Medicine you can explore the causes and mechanisms of human disease.

Pharmacology: A major in Pharmacology provides a modern understanding of how medicines produce their effects on the body and how such knowledge is used to alleviate suffering caused by disease.

Philosophy: The study of Philosophy involves thinking about some of the big questions we ask during our lifetime.

Physics: Physics is the key to understanding the world around us.

Physiology: Do you differ from a robot? Learn about the molecular and cellular machinery that makes up your body, as well as how it works in everyday life, and what causes disease.

Political Science and International Relations: Political Science and International Relations provides an understanding of governments and political systems in Australia and internationally.

Population Health: A major in Population Health will allow you to study the patterns of health and disease in society and to consider what we can do to improve the health of the community.

Psychological Science: Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behaviour.

Psychology in Society: Psychology is a fascinating and diverse area of study that touches upon many aspects of daily life. It seeks to answer questions about how and why people think and behave the way they do.

Quantitative Methods: Quantitative methods are used in a variety of subject areas such as science, economics, marketing, engineering, medicine, public health, psychology, education and sport.

Science Communication: Tell it like it is!

Specialist Music Studies: Specialist Music Studies is a stepping stone to a variety of careers in the music profession.

Sport Science: A Sport Science major provides you with expertise in the sport sciences and trains you for a career in the sport and recreation industries.

Work and Employment Relations: Blend politics, law, sociology, economics, history, and more as you investigate and challenge the policies and institutions designed to help both employers and employees get the most out of their relationship.

Zoology: Zoology focuses on the diversity of animals and how they survive, thrive and persist.

Postgraduate

Graduate Certificates

Graduate Certificate in Adult Sleep Science: Build your knowledge and skills in the field of sleep science by completing a Graduate Certificate in Adult Sleep Science.

Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Science: Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of agricultural science by completing a Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Science.

Graduate Certificate in Biological Science: Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of biological science by completing a Graduate Certificate in Biological Science.

Graduate Certificate in Child Protection Practice: Take your qualifications to the next level.

Graduate Certificate in Criminal Investigation: Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of criminal investigation by completing a Graduate Certificate in Criminal Investigation.

Graduate Certificate in Emergency Medicine Research: This course trains students to become critical consumers of the clinical research literature, to apply research evidence to clinical practice and to develop the skills necessary to undertake clinical research.

Graduate Certificate in Environmental Science: Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of environmental science by completing a Graduate Certificate in Environmental Science.

Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science: Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of forensic science by completing a Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science.

Graduate Certificate in Geoscience: A Graduate Certificate in Geoscience will develop your ability to gather and interpret geological information for a wide range of purposes.

Graduate Certificate in Health Professional Education: This course looks at teaching and learning, assessment and research methods in health professional education.

Graduate Certificate in Hydrogeology: Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of hydrogeology by completing a Graduate Certificate in Hydrogeology.

Graduate Certificate in Integrated Human Studies: Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of integrated human studies by completing a Graduate Certificate in Integrated Human Studies.

Graduate Certificate in Integrated Water Management: Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of integrated water management by completing a Graduate Certificate in Integrated Water Management.

Graduate Certificate in International Relations: The Graduate Certificate in International Relations introduces students to the academic field of international relations, including some key concepts and debates about major real world developments in international relations, especially in the Asia-Pacific Region.

Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice: This course enables students to upgrade and update their knowledge and skills in order to transfer to a more specialist area of mental health work, or to develop competence in any current mental health position.

Graduate Certificate in Music Practitioner Studies: This course is designed for performers, teachers or any person who has a suitable background in the music profession and who requires professional development at a postgraduate level.

Graduate Certificate in Paediatric Sleep Science: The Graduate Certificate in Paediatric Sleep Science is a collaborative initiative by the School of Paediatrics and Child Health, and the Respiratory Department of Princess Margaret Hospital.

Graduate Certificate in Population Health Studies: This course provides a pathway for those who wish to enrol into a Master of Public Health but who do not have the required educational background.

Graduate Certificate in Rural and Remote Medicine: The Graduate Certificate in Rural and Remote Medicine is a broad-based degree for those wishing to pursue a career in teaching or research focused on rural and remote medicine.

Graduate Certificate in Science Communication: If you are passionate about science, creative and want to work with people, Science Communication is for you. The Graduate Certificate will allow you to build your skills in this area.

Graduate Certificate in Social Impact: If you’d love to be a top social innovator and manage organisations, programs and projects to achieve social impact and create meaningful social value, a Graduate Certificate in Social Impact will help you achieve your goals.

Graduate Certificate in Social Work: The course enables practising social workers to build on their knowledge of advanced social work theory, practice and research methods.

Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching: Advance your career in tertiary education.

Graduate Certificate in Urban Design: Explore the urban jungle with a Graduate Certificate in Urban Design at the Australian Urban Design Research Centre.

Graduate Certificate in Urban and Regional Planning: Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of urban and regional planning by completing a Graduate Certificate in Urban and Regional Planning.

Graduate Diplomas

Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work: The course enables practising social workers to build on their knowledge of advanced social work theory and practice, and research methods.

Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Science: Develop your knowledge and skills further in the field of agricultural science by completing a Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Science.

Graduate Diploma in Anatomical Sciences: Further develop your knowledge and skills in the field of anatomical science by completing a Graduate Diploma in Anatomical Science.

Graduate Diploma in Biological Science: Develop your knowledge and skills further in the field of biological science by completing a Graduate Diploma in Biological Science.

Graduate Diploma in Commercial and Resources Law: This graduate diploma is offered to legal and non-legal professionals working in the areas of commercial and resources law.

Graduate Diploma in Criminal Investigation: Further develop your knowledge and skills in the field of criminal investigation by completing a Graduate Diploma in Criminal Investigation.

Graduate Diploma in Criminal Justice: This graduate diploma is offered to legal and non-legal professionals working in the area of criminal justice.

Graduate Diploma in Curriculum Studies: The Graduate Diploma of Curriculum Studies is designed to broaden practising teachers' knowledge and skills in curriculum specialisation, aligned with the new requirements of the Australian Curriculum.

Graduate Diploma in Dental Public & Primary Health: Advance your knowledge of dental public and primary health.

Graduate Diploma in Dental Sleep Medicine: Enhance your understanding and skills in the field of dental sleep medicine by completing a Graduate Diploma in Dental Sleep Medicine.

Graduate Diploma in Economics: Participate in economic debate, deepen your analytical abilities, and gain the skills necessary to work as an applied economist in government or the private sector.

Graduate Diploma in Education: Become a teacher with the Graduate Diploma in Education.

Graduate Diploma in Educational Leadership: This is an articulated diploma which will provide you with full credit towards a Master of Education (coursework) within the Graduate School of Education.

Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies: Add depth and breadth to your teaching qualification.

Graduate Diploma in Energy Law: This course is designed to give legal and non-legal professionals the expertise to pursue careers in the energy industry.

Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science: Further your knowledge and skills in the field of environmental science by completing a Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science.

Graduate Diploma in Exercise Rehabilitation: Enhance your knowledge and skills in exercise rehabilitation by completing a Graduate Diploma in Exercise Rehabilitation.

Graduate Diploma in Forensic Odontology: Further your education in forensic odontology.

Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science: Further develop your knowledge and skills in the field of forensic science by completing a Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science.

Graduate Diploma in Geoscience: A Graduate Diploma in Geoscience will prepare you to gather and interpret geological information for a wide range of purposes.

Graduate Diploma in Health Professional Education: This course is designed to suit a range of health professionals who seek to develop their knowledge and skills as educators within the health professions.

Graduate Diploma in Human Biology: Further develop your knowledge and skills in the field of human biology by completing a Graduate Diploma in Human Biology.

Graduate Diploma in Hydrogeology: Develop your knowledge and skills further in the field of hydrogeology by completing a Graduate Diploma in Hydrogeology.

Graduate Diploma in Infectious Diseases: If you want an exciting career that stimulates you, challenges you, and rewards you, then a postgraduate degree in science sets you on the right path.

Graduate Diploma in Integrated Human Studies: Develop your knowledge and skills further in the field of Integrated Human Studies by completing a Graduate Diploma in Integrated Human Studies.

Graduate Diploma in Integrated Water Management: Develop your knowledge and skills further in the field of integrated water management by completing a Graduate Diploma in Integrated Water Management.

Graduate Diploma in International Relations: The Graduate Diploma in International Relations enables graduates to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge and skills relevant to the analysis of contemporary international relations, with particular reference to the Asian region.

Graduate Diploma in Law: Further your studies in law.

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice: Graduate with an Australian law qualification.

Graduate Diploma in Music Practitioner Studies: This course is designed for performers, teachers or anyone with a suitable background in the music profession and who requires professional development at a postgraduate level.

Graduate Diploma in Neurological Rehabilitation: This course provides qualified physiotherapists with the opportunity to update their theoretical knowledge and skills in the rehabilitation of adults with neurological disorders.

Graduate Diploma in Professional Education: Be exposed to educational theory and national and international educational practices.

Graduate Diploma in Science Communication: If you are passionate about science, creative and want to work with people, Science Communication is for you. The Graduate Diploma will allow you to further develop your skills in these areas.

Graduate Diploma in Sleep Science: Further develop your knowledge and skills in the field of sleep science by completing a Graduate Diploma in Sleep Science.

Graduate Diploma in Sport and Recreation Management: Upgrade your professional qualifications in sport and recreation management.

Graduate Diploma in Urban Design: Be a student of the city with a Graduate Diploma in Urban Design at the Australian Urban Design Research Centre.

Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning: Develop your knowledge and skills further in the field of urban and regional planning by completing a Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning.

Graduate Diploma in Work Health and Safety: Enhance your knowledge of work health and safety by completing a Graduate Diploma in Work Health and Safety.

Masters by coursework

Master of Agricultural Science: Animal Production: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the area of animal production by completing this specialisation within the Master of Agricultural Science.

Master of Biological Science: Marine Biology: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the area of marine biology by completing this specialisation within the Master of Biological Science.

Master of Environmental Science: Environmental Management: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the area of environmental management by completing this specialisation within the Master of Environmental Science.

Master of Physical Science: Astronomy and Astrophysics: Reach for the stars...

Master of Physical Science: Physics: Take your studies in Physics to the next level.

Master of Teaching - Coursework (Early Childhood): The Graduate School of Education is offering a two-year Master of Teaching course that enables students to qualify as early childhood teachers of Kindergarten through to Year 3.

Master of Teaching - Coursework (Music): The two-year Master of Teaching (Music) will train graduates of music in the skills and knowledge required for teaching classroom music at primary and secondary levels.

Master of Teaching - Coursework (Primary): Become a professional in primary teaching and experience the satisfaction of making a real difference.

Master of Teaching - Coursework (Secondary): This two year post-graduate teacher preparation program will ensure graduates have an in-depth knowledge of the theory and the practical skills required for secondary teaching.

Executive Master of Business Administration: Designed for busy professionals, the Executive MBA will build your management skills and accelerate your career.

Executive Master of Public Administration - Coursework: This is a masters degree by coursework for public sector management.

Master of Agricultural Science - Coursework: Enhance your skills and knowledge of an area in agricultural science by completing a Masters with a specialisation in Agricultural Economics; Animal Production; Genetics & Breeding; Plant Production or Soil Science.

Master of Agricultural Science: Agricultural Economics: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the area of agricultural economics by completing this specialisation within the Master of Agricultural Science.

Master of Agricultural Science: Genetics and Breeding: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the area of genetics and breeding by completing this specialisation within the Master of Agricultural Science.

Master of Agricultural Science: Plant Production: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the area of plant production by completing this specialisation within the Master of Agricultural Science.

Master of Agricultural Science: Soil Science: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the area of soil science by completing this specialisation within the Master of Agricultural Science.

Master of Anatomical Sciences - Coursework and Dissertation: Enhance your skills and knowledge of the anatomical sciences by completing the Master of Anatomical Sciences.

Master of Architecture - Coursework: Construct your career with a Master of Architecture (coursework)

Master of Biological Science - Coursework: Enhance your skills and knowledge of an area in biological science by completing the Masters with a specialisation in Marine Biology; Plant Conservation Biology or Zoology.

Master of Biological Science: Plant Conservation Biology: Minimising, or reversing, the extinction of irreplaceable plant biodiversity is the ultimate goal of plant conservation biologists.

Master of Biological Science: Zoology: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the area of zoology by completing this specialisation within the Master of Biological Science.

Master of Business Administration (Advanced) - Coursework: Learn how to lead in any situation – whether it be building a not-for-profit organisation from the ground up, or running a large, multinational company.

Master of Business Administration - Coursework: Learn how to lead in any situation – whether it be building a not-for-profit organisation from the ground up, or running a large, multinational company.

Master of Business Information Management - Coursework: Business Information Management blends studies in information systems, management science and decision support systems, enabling students to examine a variety of critical issues in business.

Master of Clinical Audiology: Enhance your skills and knowledge in audiology by completing the Master of Clinical Audiology.

Master of Commerce (Advanced) - Coursework: Whether you’re a recent graduate or qualified professional, expand your skill set and gain specialised business knowledge in one or two areas of your choosing.

Master of Commerce - Coursework: Whether you’re a recent graduate or qualified professional, expand your skill set and gain specialised business knowledge in an area of your choosing.

Master of Commercial and Resources Law: Further your career in Commercial and Resources Law.

Master of Criminal Justice - Coursework: Take your qualifications to the next level.

Master of Curriculum Studies - Coursework: Update your professional knowledge in the subject areas of History, English or Geography.

Master of Dental Public & Primary Health: Pursue a career in dental public and primary health.

Master of Economics - Coursework: Be at the forefront of economic research and decision making in the government or private sectors.

Master of Education - Coursework: Further your career in education with a Masters degree from UWA.

Master of Educational Leadership - Coursework: Update your professional knowledge in educational leadership.

Master of Environmental Science - Coursework: Enhance your skills and knowledge of an area in environmental science by completing a Masters with a specialisation in Environmental Management; Land and Water Management or Marine and Coastal Management.

Master of Environmental Science: Land and Water Management: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the area of land and water management by completing this specialisation within the Master of Environmental Science.

Master of Environmental Science: Marine and Coastal Management: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the area of marine and coastal management by completing this specialisation within the Master of Environmental Science.

Master of Exercise Science: Enhance your skills and knowledge of exercise science by completing the Master of Exercise Science.

Master of Food Science - Coursework and Dissertation: Interested in the science behind the food we consume every day? Then the Master of Food Science is for you. This is an advanced course which allows you to develop your skills and knowledge in this area.

Master of Forensic Science - Coursework: Enhance your skills and knowledge of forensic science by completing the Master of Forensic Science.

Master of Geoscience - Coursework: Enhance your skills and knowledge in geoscience by completing the Master of Geoscience.

Master of Health Professional Education - coursework focus: This course fosters interdisciplinary discussion and is designed to suit a range of health professionals who seek to develop their knowledge and skills in health professional education.

Master of Human Biology - Coursework and Dissertation: Enhance your skills and knowledge of human biology by completing the Master of Human Biology.

Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations - Coursework: Discover how to find the right employees, keep them, and motivate them to perform better.

Master of Hydrogeology - Coursework: Enhance your skills and knowledge in hydrogeology by completing the Master of Hydrogeology.

Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology - Coursework: Consider a career in Industrial and Organisational psychology.

Master of Infectious Diseases - Coursework & Dissertation: If you want an exciting career that stimulates you, challenges you, and rewards you, then a postgraduate degree in science sets you on the right path.

Master of Integrated Human Studies - Coursework and Dissertation: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the field of integrated human studies by completing the Master of Integrated Human Studies.

Master of Integrated Water Management - Coursework: Enhance your skills and knowledge in the field of integrated water management by completing the Master of Integrated Water Management.

Master of International Journalism: The primary aim of the Master of International Journalism is to produce the best student journalists across all media formats - print, broadcast and digital.

Master of International Relations: The Master of International Relations course is designed both for those purely interested in acquiring a better understanding of global governance and politics, as well as those seeking a qualification to enhance their career prospects.

Master of Laboratory Medicine - Coursework and Dissertation: This course provides an in-depth knowledge of the patho-physiological basis of disease.

Master of Landscape Architecture - Coursework: Design your future growth with a Master of Landscape Architecture.

Master of Laws - Coursework: Further your professional knowledge in Law.

Master of Manual Therapy (Coursework): This degree is offered to qualified physiotherapists who wish to develop their clinical reasoning manual therapy techniques.

Master of Marketing - Coursework: Completing postgraduate studies in Marketing will place you at the interface between an organisation and its customers, giving your company the competitive advantage.

Master of Medieval and Early Modern Studies - Coursework and Dissertation: Discover the history of castles, cathedrals, Vikings and witches. Interpret medieval manuscripts, Renaissance art and the plays of Shakespeare.

Master of Music Practitioner Studies - Coursework and Dissertation: This course is designed for performers, teachers or anyone with a suitable background in the music profession who requires professional development at postgraduate level in critical reflection.

Master of Ore Deposit Geology: Broaden and enhance your knowledge and skills in economic geology and mineral exploration by completing a Master of Ore Deposit Geology.

Master of Podiatric Medicine - Coursework and Dissertation: This course provides students with an extension of theoretical and clinical knowledge in podiatric medicine.

Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) - Coursework: Analyse complex accounting information and learn how to make sound economic decisions.

Master of Professional Accounting - Coursework: Analyse complex accounting information and learn how to make sound economic decisions.

Master of Professional Archaeology - Coursework and Dissertation: Professional archaeologists are in demand. The Master of Professional Archaeology has been developed in response to the growth in industrial and mining sectors globally, as well as the recognition of the value and sustainability of archaeological heritage.

Master of Professional Engineering: Specialise in one of seven engineering disciplines in the Master of Professional Engineering and become a professionally accredited engineer who is highly sought after by industry.

Master of Public Health (Practice): This course provides graduates with a suitable background and generalist qualification for a career in public health research or practice.

Master of Public Health - Coursework: This course provides graduates with a suitable background and generalist qualification for a career in public health research or practice.

Master of Public Health (Practice, Research Methods): This course provides graduates with a suitable background and generalist qualification for a career in public health research or practice.

Master of School Leadership - Coursework: Further your professional knowledge in school leadership and enhance your career in Education.

Master of Science Communication - Coursework and Dissertation: If you are passionate about science, creative and want to work with people, Science Communication is for you. The Masters is an advanced course that will allow you to enhance your skills in these areas.

Master of Science Communication and Education - Coursework: If you are passionate about science and enjoy working with people, the Master of Science Communication and Education is for you. This course will allow you to enhance and develop your skills, particularly in written and verbal communication.

Master of Social Work: This course prepares beginning social work practitioners for employment in local, State and international human services agencies.

Master of Urban Design - Coursework and Dissertation: It's hot in the city with a Master of Urban Design at the Australian Urban Design Research Centre.

Master of Urban and Regional Planning - Coursework: Enhance your skills and knowledge of urban and regional planning by completing the Master of Urban and Regional Planning.

Masters by research

Master of Aboriginal Health - Thesis and Coursework: Make a difference in the area of Aboriginal health and health care while increasing your biomedical knowledge and research.

Master of Advanced Social Work - Research: Hone your professional skills with a high level degree in social work.

Master of Architecture (Design) - Research: Make an original contribution to architectural design.

Master of Arts - Research: Hone your professional skills in creative writing.

Master of Clinical Research - Thesis and Coursework: Enhance your skills in the core disciplines of clinical investigation.

Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts - Research: Develop your professional skills in curatorial studies.

Master of Education - Thesis & Coursework: This course is suited to leaders and professionals in education, health, justice, government administration and management who want to undertake postgraduate study.

Master of Educational Leadership - Thesis & Coursework: This course is suited to educators (government and non-government schools, universities and TAFE) who are leading or aspiring to be leaders in their organisations.

Master of Exercise Science - Thesis and Coursework: Enhance your skills and knowledge of exercise science by completing the Master of Exercise Science (thesis and coursework).

Master of Fine Arts - Research: Pursue your passion with a supervised research and arts practice experience.

Master of Forensic Science - Research: Pursue your passion with a supervised research experience in Forensic Science.

Master of Health Professional Education - research focus: Take your knowledge and research to the next level.

Master of Japanese Studies - Research: Pursue your passion in Japanese studies with a supervised research experience.

Master of Medical Physics: Medical technology is increasingly being used to diagnose and treat a range of medical conditions.

Master of Music - Research: Pursue your passion with a supervised research experience in the field of music.

Master of Neurological Rehabilitation - Thesis and Coursework: Pursue and research an area of interest within neurological rehabilitation.

Master of Nursing Research - Thesis and Coursework: Focus your interest in Nursing into a specialised area of research.

Master of Paediatric Neurological Rehabilitation - Thesis and Coursework: Follow your passion for neurological rehabilitation with a specialised field of research.

Master of Philosophy - Research: Research is an exciting journey of discovery, where you'll be working at the ever-shifting boundary between the known and the unknown.

Master of Rural and Remote Medicine - Research: Pursue your passion with a supervised research experience

Master of Rural and Remote Medicine - Thesis and Coursework: Tackle the questions important to those that live in the bush - questions that may only be explored in a local context. Indigenous health is a special focus.

Master of Science Thesis and Coursework: Enhance your research skills and experience in a scientific area by completing a Master of Science (thesis and coursework) in one of the specialisations offered.

Master of Surgery - Thesis and Coursework: Hone your specialty surgery skills while advancing your research

Doctors of Philosophy

Doctor of Philosophy: Research is an exciting journey of discovery, where you'll be working at the ever-shifting boundary between the known and the unknown. The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the University's flagship research degree, which can be taken in any discipline area in the University.

Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Clinical Neuropsychology - Research: Continue your psychology studies in Western Australia's only postgraduate training course in Clinical Neuropsychology.

Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Clinical Psychology - Research: This program involves concurrently completing the Master of Clinical Psychology and a PhD research program, providing graduates with a distinctive combination of clinical skills and research knowledge.

Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology - Research: Learn to apply your psychological skills and knowledge in the area of Industrial and Organisational Psychology.

Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy: UWA's Master of Clinical Audiology course is the only one offered in Australia in combination with a PhD program.

Master of Forensic Science and Doctor of Philosophy: Enhance your skills and knowledge of forensic science with this Masters and PhD program.

Professional Doctorates and Higher Doctorates

Doctor of Architecture (Design): Make an original contribution to architectural design.

Doctor of Business Administration: The DBA program is expected to enhance research skills and to develop independent and critical thinking to develop state-of-the-art knowledge through research in a chosen field.

Doctor of Clinical Dentistry: Build on your Dentistry qualification and specialise in an accredited course.

Doctor of Clinical Pharmacy: For practising clinical pharmacists with a research-orientated qualification in a specialty area of clinical pharmacy practice.

Doctor of Clinical Podiatry: It is anticipated graduates will be eligible for registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia as a podiatric surgeon.

Doctor of Commerce: The Doctor of Commerce is awarded for work of which the whole, or a substantial part, has been published or accepted for publication.

Doctor of Dental Medicine: The Doctor of Dental Medicine is a professional degree course to train students to be fully registered in the dental profession in accordance with the requirements specified in an approved registration standard in Australia.

Doctor of Economics: This degree is for those wishing to obtain a doctorate that has higher standing than the degree of Doctor of Philosophy.

Doctor of Education: Doctor of Education

Doctor of Engineering: Gain professional recognition at the highest level in Engineering.

Doctor of Juridical Science: Take your qualifications to the next level.

Doctor of Laws: Take your qualifications to the next level.

Doctor of Medicine - professional doctorate: MD graduates from UWA will be committed to the well-being of the patient, community and society as responsible, accountable, scholarly, capable and caring doctors.

Doctor of Medicine - higher doctorate: Higher doctorate for independent, substantial and original research.

Doctor of Musical Arts: Make an outstanding contribution to Music through composition or performance.

Doctor of Physiotherapy: Pursue research which is relevant to your current clinical or projected career interests within the Centre for Musculoskeletal Studies.

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine: Podiatry is a relatively young but rapidly growing profession that is becoming increasingly well recognised in the western world.

Doctor of Podiatry: This course provides additional theoretical and clinical knowledge in podiatric medicine and surgery beyond the BPodM degree.

Doctor of Science: Innovative and original research in a scientific area may lead to the award of a Doctor of Science.

Doctor of Science in Agriculture: Innovative and original research in the agricultural sciences area may lead to the award of a Doctor of Science in Agriculture.

Doctor of Social Work: Take your qualifications to the next level.

Doctor of Surgery: This is a higher doctorate and is awarded for independent and original research.

Juris Doctor: The Juris Doctor (JD) is a three-year course of postgraduate study for students wishing to pursue a career in law.

Masters Preliminary and HDR Prelim

Higher Degree by Research Preliminary: Life and Physical Sciences: Develop your research skills in preparation to undertake a research degree in a scientific area within life and physical sciences by completing a higher degree by research preliminary course.

Higher Degree by Research Prelim Engineering: Ensure your adequate research preparation to satisfy the eligibility requirements for a PhD with this higher degree by research preliminary course.

Higher Degree by Research Prelim: Architecture: Pave your future direction with a Higher Degree by Research Preliminary (Architecture, Landscape and Visual Arts)

Higher Degree by Research Prelim Dentistry: Prepare for research in Dentistry.

Higher Degree by Research Prelim Medicine: This is a supervised course of advanced study and/or research.

Higher Degree by Research Prelim Business: Gain the research skills required for success in a higher degree by research.

Higher Degree by Research Preliminary: Natural and Agricultural Sciences: Develop your research skills in preparation to undertake a research degree in a scientific area within the natural and agricultural sciences by completing a higher degree by research preliminary course.

Higher Degree by Research Prelim Law: Take your qualifications to the next level.

Master of Clinical Psychology (Extended) - Coursework and Dissertation: The Clinical Psychology program is well placed to provide you with the skills for clinical practice and research.

Master of Nursing Science - Coursework: Caring for the community

Master of Professional Engineering Preliminary: Ensure your entry into the professionally accredited Master of Professional Engineering by enrolling in the MPE Preliminary to complete required outstanding undergraduate units.

Master of Pharmacy - Coursework: This course provides advanced study in the areas of pharmacy practice, clinical pharmacy, pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry, pharmacotherapy and health systems, and includes practical training.

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