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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.

Introduction

This course is aimed at students who wish to broaden and update their knowledge and expertise in anatomical sciences.

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Course description, features and facilities

Students focus on one aspect of human anatomical structure and function, ranging from studies in neuroscience, evolution, human variation and adaptation, forensic anthropology or biomechanics to morphometrics and comparative anatomy. The course includes coursework units and an individual research project.


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Structure

an approved course of advanced study to a maximum value of 48 points. This includes 24 points of coursework and a 24-point research project.
Key to availability of units:
S1 = Semester 1; S2 = Semester 2; S3 = summer teaching period; N/A = not available in 2013;
NS = non-standard teaching period; OS = offshore teaching period; * = to be advised

The course consists of units to a total value of 48 points comprising all of the following units:

S1   ANHB5404  Project Analysis
S1   ANHB5405  Project Design
S1, S2   ANHB5435  Concepts and Developments in Anatomical Sciences Part 1
S1, S2   ANHB5439  Concepts and Developments in Anatomical Sciences Part 2
S1, S2   ANHB5436  Anatomical Sciences Project

Career opportunities

This course will equip you with the skills, knowledge and experience to take your career in anatomical science and related areas to the next level.

Related careers

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Further study opportunities

Students with a Graduate Diploma in Anatomical Science can pursue further studies by completing the Master of Anatomical Science (coursework).

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These pages are under review and are being updated.

Check the Entrance requirements

This course is available to Australian and international students.

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  1. Admission Requirements
  2. English competency
  3. Advanced standing

Admission Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a relevant subject area from this University, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or

A bachelor's degree of this University, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty, and relevant professional experience appropriate to the intended field of study.

English competency

Advanced standing

If you have undertaken prior tertiary study within the last five years, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit and/or exemption).

Applications for advanced standing are assessed upon acceptance of any offer of admission made by the University.

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  1. Prerequisites
  2. English competency
  3. Advanced standing

Prerequisites

As a rule, international students must:

  • Have a bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline (where required), completed to a sufficiently high standard;
  • Meet the specific prerequisites for the course. (Refer to admission requirements for this course)
  • Meet UWA's English language requirement.

English competency

All prospective international students must meet the English language proficiency requirements of the University. The most common international examination used in applications is the IELTS (academic) and the University’s requirement is an overall score of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0) for most coursework courses.

Please refer to our English language competency requirements to see a list of other accepted examinations.  The University accepts a number of qualifications and any not listed will be considered on an individual basis.  

Advanced standing

Students with previous tertiary level qualifications will be considered for advanced standing (credit).

These pages are under review and will be updated in early 2013.

How to apply

This course is available to Australian and international students.

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  1. Application Deadlines
  2. How to apply
  3. Fees
  4. Contact details - admission information

Application Deadlines

Semester 1: 23 January
Semester 2: 26 June

How to apply

Submit a completed application form

Fees

Annual fee: $16288.

As some units vary in cost, the actual student contribution will depend on the mix of units you choose. See the unit costs website for details of individual unit costs.

Contact details - admission information

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  1. Application Deadlines
  2. How to apply
  3. Fees
  4. Contact details - admission information

Application Deadlines

While there are no strict application deadlines for the submission of international postgraduate coursework applications, prospective students are strongly encouraged to apply with sufficient time to allow for the processing of their application and to secure a student visa.

Postgraduate coursework applications generally take four weeks from receipt of an application to offer.

How to apply

International postgraduate applicants must complete the postgraduate application form and submit it through an authorised UWA overseas representative or directly to the UWA International Centre.

 

Fees

$30980, per year.

This figure has been arrived at by assuming that you study a full-time study load for one year made up of units all within the same fee band. As some units vary in cost, the actual student fee will depend on the mix of units you choose. The international student fees page has further details.

Contact details - admission information

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Graduate Diploma in Anatomical Sciences: the details

Status
Available 2013
Locations offered
Crawley
Attendance types
Part-time, Full-time
Delivery mode
Internal
Starting dates
Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly first year time commitment
The estimated time commitment for a standard full-time enrolment is approximately 46 hours per week (over 13 weeks) which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Standard full-time completion
1 year
Maximum time to complete
4 years
Contact details: course information
Heather Morton
School of Anatomy, Physiology and Human Biology
heather.morton@uwa.edu.au
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6488 3303
Course code
51300
CRICOS Code
049390K
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