Faculties of Science

Graduate Diploma in Anatomical Sciences

How to apply

In addition to the attachments required in the application form applicants who are not graduates of this University must submit an original transcript or certified copy of their academic record for all tertiary qualifications to date.

Key information

  • 48 credit points
  • 1 year full time
  • Course code: 51300
  • Intake period: February and July

Important dates

Application

Sem 1: December
Sem 2: June

Commence

Sem 1: February
Sem 2: July

Anatomy and Human Biology LaboratoryIf 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.

This graduate diploma provides an avenue for further study under certain circumstances, if:

  • you are ineligible for entry to Honours at UWA
  • you want proceed to master's candidature
  • you want an advanced qualification in a specific area of expertise

Course outline

This course is aimed at students with a variety of backgrounds who either lack comprehensive training in anatomical sciences or who wish to broaden and update their knowledge and expertise.

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, and undertake an individual research project in the second semester.

Core units

Admission requirements

Applicants require a bachelor's degree of this University with a major in Anatomy and Human Biology, or a bachelor's degree of this University and relevant professional experience appropriate to the intended field of study, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty.

English Language Competence

All applicants for UWA coursework programs must demonstrate a minimum level of English Language Competence.

Course enquiries

School of Anatomy and Human Biology
Telephone: +(61 8) 6488 3288
or by Email