Bachelor of Human Sciences
University of Western Australia - Crawley
Overview
The Bachelor of Human Sciences will provide you with the opportunity to develop a fundamental interdisciplinary understanding of human function and behaviour and the manner in which it adapts to challenging and disruptive change. You'll develop and enhance skills in critical and analytical thinking, innovation and other transferable skills for effective communication and engagement with community, government and relevant industry groups, including social and public health policies. It will also prepare you for honours and a range of postgraduate programs including clinical audiology, medicine, dentistry, optometry, pharmacology and other health-related programs.
Why study this degree at UWA:
- UWA is ranked 1st in WA, 2nd in Australia and 37th in the world in Human Biological Sciences (ARWU 2022)
- UWA is ranked 1st in WA, 2nd in Australia and 24th in the world in Anatomy and Physiology (QS 2022)
- The specific skills and knowledge developed and demonstrated by graduates are highly valued by employers and will make you highly competitive in the job market
Get career-ready with a UWA degree
At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. To find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals, visit uwa.edu.au/students/employability
Prerequisites
- Mathematics Methods ATAR OR Mathematics Applications ATAR with a mathematics unit taken in the first year
- Students without ATAR Mathematics will take two first-year mathematics units
- Chemistry ATAR OR an additional chemistry unit taken in the first year**
**Mid-year applicants must have Chemistry ATAR and Biology or Human Biology ATAR to complete their degree in three years
Majors
Human Sciences (Anatomy and Physiology) (Extended Major)
The extended major in Human Sciences (Anatomy and Physiology) focuses on the complementary disciplines of Anatomy and Physiology. The major provides foundational information on these disciplines, from the molecular and cellular level to organs and body systems, and explores how human form and function have adapted and acclimatised to different environmental pressures. Study topics include functional anatomy, exercise and clinical physiology.
Career opportunities: Anatomist, Health Policy Officer, Physiologist*
Human Sciences and Data Analytics (Extended Major)
As the world becomes increasingly globalised, the importance of understanding and respecting cultural and physical differences between individuals becomes critical. You’ll examine what it means to be 'human' in today's complex world in the extended major in Human Sciences and Data Analytics by analysing data that underpins the biology and behaviour of humans and how this is influenced by genetic, developmental, ecological and cultural factors.
Career opportunities: Analyst, Biological Anthropologist, Health Promotion Officer
Human Science and Neuroscience (Extended Major)
Combining the strong core of Neuroscience and Physiology with the disciplines of Psychology and Anthropology, this extended major in Human Science and Neuroscience offers excellent preparation for careers in clinical and healthcare settings, as well as medical research. You'll gain a unique insight into how human behaviour is influenced by genetic, developmental, ecological and cultural factors.
Career opportunities: Clinical Physiologist, Health and Safety Officer, Medical Technician, Research Scientist
*Postgraduate study required
Potential Career Outcomes
Anatomist, Biological Anthropologist, Neuroscientist, Physiologist and more.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The ATAR and Selection Rank profile is not available as this is a new course.
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of Western Australia website for admission criteria information.
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University
University of Western Australia
Campus
Crawley
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Science
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: Available
Indicative ATAR
Unknown
Course Link
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