Perth,
WA,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc - 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
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
44,000
(c. USD31,028.8)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
In their first year, students explore science communication, digital ethics, and Indigenous knowledge. The second-year core units delve into sex and gender studies, evolutionary theory, bioethics, and philosophy of science. The program culminates in third year with specialized studies in genetics and society, scientific exhibitions, and a thematic capstone unit.
UWA's Science and Technology in Society major combines philosophy, biological sciences, Indigenous studies, science communication, and gender studies to develop critical analysis of scientific concepts, policies, and implementations. Taught by acclaimed educators and researchers from both scientific and humanities disciplines, this unique Western Australian program aligns with over 100 similar global offerings. With its distinctive emphasis on biological and biomedical sciences, our curriculum fosters essential critical thinking and contextual understanding for ethically grounded scientific advancement.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
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
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
44,000