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.
Introduction
Western Australia is one of the world’s hotspots for terrestrial biodiversity, as well as a marine hotspot, with up to 80 per cent of the region’s fish and invertebrates found nowhere else in the world. This makes Western Australia the ideal living laboratory for studies in biological science. The Master of Biological Science will give students an understanding of the molecular evolution, structure, physiology, reproduction, behaviour and ecology of organisms, and the skills to apply this knowledge to the management of natural systems and the species they support.
Domestic students may be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place within this course.
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Course description, features and facilities
The Master of Biological Science allows students to specialise in zoology, plant conservation biology or marine biology.
The zoology specialisation focuses on animal structure and function, and the evolutionary processes that have engendered animal diversity.
The plant conservation biology stream focuses on the application of systematic, evolutionary and ecological science to the management of threatened plant species and the mitigation of threatening processes.
The marine biology stream uses an experimental and research approach to develop understanding of the complex interactions that occur in marine ecosystems, and how this understanding can be used to guide the management of marine systems.
In all specialisations there is an emphasis towards fieldwork, which reflects industry expectations for graduates (and particularly post-graduates) to be able to design, conduct, and report on, field research and monitoring.
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Structure
The Master of Biological Science consists of coursework units to a total value of 72 points and a 24 point research project (96 points). Students complete both core units and optional units chosen from within one of the following specialisations:
· Marine Biology
· Plant Conservation Biology
· Zoology
Career opportunities
This course gives students an understanding of the molecular evolution, structure, physiology, reproduction, behaviour and ecology of organisms, and the skills to apply this knowledge to the management of natural systems and the species they support.
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This course is available to Australian and international students.
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- Admission Requirements
- English competency
- Advanced standing
Admission Requirements
A bachelor's degree from this University with a relevant major or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Biological Science of this university or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty.
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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- Prerequisites
- English competency
- 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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- Application Deadlines
- How to apply
- Fees
- 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: $8363.
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.
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- Application Deadlines
- How to apply
- Fees
- 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.
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These pages are under review and will be updated in early 2013.
