Perth,
WA,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) - Science and Technology in Society 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. USD32,796.45)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Exploring the philosophical and historical aspects of science and technology, this program examines their influence on human civilization across different eras. Students begin with foundational topics like science communication, digital ethics, and Indigenous perspectives in their first year. The second-year curriculum delves into sex and gender studies, evolutionary theory, bioethics, and philosophy of science, while the third year focuses on genetics in society, scientific exhibitions, and a culminating capstone project.
UWA's Science and Technology in Society program integrates disciplines like philosophy, biology, Indigenous studies, science communication, and gender studies to foster analytical skills for evaluating scientific and technological concepts. Taught by renowned educators and researchers from both scientific and humanities backgrounds, this unique Western Australian program aligns with over 100 similar global initiatives. With its emphasis on biological and biomedical sciences, our curriculum develops essential critical thinking and contextual understanding for ethical scientific advancement and technological innovation.
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
27
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
27
Tuition
AUD
46,500