Faculty of Life and Physical Sciences
How to apply
Domestic students
International students
Information for International students
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
- 96 credit points
- 2 years full time, 4 years part time
- Course code: 53520
- Intake period: February and July
Fees
Important dates
Application for 2010
December
Commence 2010
February
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.
Completing further study beyond a Bachelor degree will enhance your chances of employment as well as advancement, as you will increase your knowledge in specific areas that interest you.
Course outline
The School of Anatomy and Human Biology provides diverse coursework and research opportunities in human biology, including theoretical studies in evolution, human variation and adaptation, human ecology, population and occupational health, and human reproduction.
This course is aimed at students with a variety of backgrounds who either lack comprehensive training in aspects of human biology or who wish to broaden and update their knowledge and expertise. It makes available advanced training in the subject area of human biology. It enables students to upgrade their knowledge and develop investigative skills by participating in projects in different areas in human biology, critical reviews of literature, collection of material (field, experimental or literature) and the processing, analysis and evaluation of data.
Completion may lead to a higher degree by research.
Core units
First year
- ANHB8404 Project Analysis (6 points)
- ANHB8405 Project Design (6 points)
- ANHB8437 Current Concepts Human Biology (12 points)
- ANHB8438 Human Biology Project (24 points)
Second year
Admission requirements
A recognised Bachelor’s degree with a major in Anatomy and Human Biology; or a recognised Bachelor’s degree and relevant professional experience appropriate to the intended field of study or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty.
Domestic students
All UWA coursework programs: English Language Competence
International students
All UWA coursework programs: English Language Competence
