Perth,
WA,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) - Biodiversity and Evolution (Extended Major) in Crawley Australia | The University of Western Australia
The University of Western Australia
|
Crawley Australia
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
46,500
(c. USD32,582.36)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Biodiversity and Evolution extended major caters to students passionate about comprehending how Australia's remarkable biodiversity evolved and persists, particularly focusing on Western Australia - a world-renowned center for diverse flora and fauna. This program delves into fundamental principles of plant and animal biology, examining their evolutionary development, adaptation patterns, and diversification processes.
The curriculum investigates core concepts of biological systems and their transformation across Australia's distinctive ecosystems. Students will examine biodiversity's origins through evolutionary mechanisms operating at various scales, from genetic foundations to ecological communities. The program offers hands-on experiences studying organisms across Western Australia's varied landscapes, including arid zones, woodlands, and coral reefs, combining classroom learning with practical fieldwork opportunities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To be eligible for admission to your chosen honours course at UWA you must successfully - complete a bachelors degree or equivalent from a recognised university.
Applicants wishing to commence an undergraduate degree at UWA must satisfy the Universitys academic and English language competence ELC requirements to be eligible for a place within the course.
Overseas secondary studies taught and examined in English Secondary teaching and examination in English is acceptable if deemed equivalent to Australian matriculation Year 12 with a pass in the final year English paper completed within two years of application.
IELTS Academic - Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 must include Academic Reading and Writing modules for all courses.
TOEFL - Internet-based Test iBT An overall score of 82 with a minimum score of 22 in the Writing section 18 in the Reading section 20 in the Speaking section and 20 in the Listening section for all courses.
TOEFL - Essay Rating Test of Written English TWE of 45 and either 230 Computer-based or 570 Paper-based score.
International Baccalaureate Diploma - 26
Applicants wishing to commence an undergraduate degree at UWA must satisfy the Universitys academic and English language competence ELC requirements to be eligible for a place within the course.
Overseas secondary studies taught and examined in English Secondary teaching and examination in English is acceptable if deemed equivalent to Australian matriculation Year 12 with a pass in the final year English paper completed within two years of application.
IELTS Academic - Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 must include Academic Reading and Writing modules for all courses.
TOEFL - Internet-based Test iBT An overall score of 82 with a minimum score of 22 in the Writing section 18 in the Reading section 20 in the Speaking section and 20 in the Listening section for all courses.
TOEFL - Essay Rating Test of Written English TWE of 45 and either 230 Computer-based or 570 Paper-based score.
International Baccalaureate Diploma - 26
Tuition
AUD
46,500