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Anatomy and Human Biology

The Anatomy and Human Biology major lets you discover how your body works, why it works that way, where people come from and how we are related to one another.
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Careers and further study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career options.

Career Pathways

Graduates wanting a career in research find jobs in areas such as sleep science, assisted reproductive technologies, pharmaceutical training and neuroscience. There are opportunities for employment as scientists in commercial organisations, as cultural advisers or in sales associated with these types of organisations, in public science education, in museums and in the media.
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Career Pathways

Graduates wanting a career in research find jobs in areas such as sleep science, assisted reproductive technologies, pharmaceutical training and neuroscience. There are opportunities for employment as scientists in commercial organisations, as cultural advisers or in sales associated with these types of organisations, in public science education, in museums and in the media.

Further Study

Honours in Anatomy and Human Biology is a blend of coursework and research project work designed to introduce you to the world of research. It equips you with the skills and flexibility of outlook needed to deal with rapidly changing technologies and to lead you into habits of critical thinking, problem analysis and public presentation, which would serve in any leadership role. The combination of formal study and practical experience offered in this honours specialisation is suitable preparation for entry into graduate professional courses such as medicine, physiotherapy, audiology, chiropractic, nursing, teaching or forensics, especially for students interested in furthering those fields through research. It also provides a suitable entry-level qualification for careers in reproductive technology, science communication, biomedical research and primatology.
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Further Study

Honours in Anatomy and Human Biology is a blend of coursework and research project work designed to introduce you to the world of research. It equips you with the skills and flexibility of outlook needed to deal with rapidly changing technologies and to lead you into habits of critical thinking, problem analysis and public presentation, which would serve in any leadership role. The combination of formal study and practical experience offered in this honours specialisation is suitable preparation for entry into graduate professional courses such as medicine, physiotherapy, audiology, chiropractic, nursing, teaching or forensics, especially for students interested in furthering those fields through research. It also provides a suitable entry-level qualification for careers in reproductive technology, science communication, biomedical research and primatology.

Fees and scholarships

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Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual course fee
2024
Commonwealth Supported Place $9,845.65

Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees. For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.

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Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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International Student Fees

Indicative first year fee
2024
$43,900.00

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Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.

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Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Minimum entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 75.5
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 254
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 324
Trinity College Foundation
  • 280
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 61
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 56
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 75
Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 75.5
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 254
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 324
Trinity College Foundation
  • 280
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 61
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 56
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 75
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Admission requirements

For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page.

Admission requirements

Mathematics requirement

This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.

WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Applications ATAR

Mathematics requirement

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

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Course details

The Anatomy and Human Biology major explores what it means to be human in an integrative way, combining studies of the biology and behaviour of human beings with current social and ethical issues. You'll investigate the structure, systems and functions of the body at the same time as seeking a holistic understanding of the body by conducting integrated studies from cells and molecules to species and populations.

About the course

What is it that makes us human? The Anatomy and Human Biology major allows you to explore the fascinating concept of what it means to be human in an integrative way, combining studies of the education, behaviour and biology of human beings with current social and ethical issues.
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About the course

What is it that makes us human? The Anatomy and Human Biology major allows you to explore the fascinating concept of what it means to be human in an integrative way, combining studies of the education, behaviour and biology of human beings with current social and ethical issues. The units offered cover topics as diverse as human functional anatomy; genetics, variation and evolution; reproduction, embryology and growth; microscopic structures of cells and tissues; structure and function of the nervous system; and ecology, behaviour and biosocial interactions. You’ll explore all of these from the molecular to the population level and beyond.
Anatomy and Human Biology

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
  • Albany (Regional campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 16-25 hours teaching time, plus your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-ANHBY
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BBiomedSc), 4 years (BBiomedSc[Hons])
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Anatomy and Human Biology

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
  • Albany (Regional campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 16-25 hours teaching time, plus your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-ANHBY
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BBiomedSc), 4 years (BBiomedSc[Hons])
Honours Available
  • Yes
Degrees course is available in
  • Bachelor of Science
  • Bachelor of Biomedical Science
  • Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)

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Course structure details

Level 1

Core

Take all units (18 points):

Bridging

Bridging units must be successfully completed within the first 48 points of study. Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Mathematics Methods ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete MATH1721 or SCIE1500, (SCIE1500 is recommended). Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Mathematics Applications ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete MATH1720 and either MATH1721 or SCIE1500, (SCIE1500 is recommended). Note: MATH1721 should be taken if also considering majors or minors that require it for progression to level 2 (e.g. Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Computer Science):
Level 2

Option

Take unit(s) to the value of 18 points:
Level 3

Option

take units to a value of 24 points including one of ANHB3310 or ANHB3320:
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Richer student experiences

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Student Exchange & Study Abroad

University of Vermont

UVM thinks big and inspires others to do the same. Its academic program combines faculty-student relationships most commonly found in a small liberal arts college with the resources of a major research institution. The university is home to 10,267 undergraduates and 1462 graduate students. Located in Burlington, Vermont, UVM's setting on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Adirondack and the Green mountain ranges, gives a perspective of all that's possible.

Burlington, United States
North America

"Words can't explain how amazing exchange was. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It was extremely rewarding meeting so many new people who will be friends for life. Burlington is very picturesque and laidback. It is a great college town. Only having to pass made it a lot easier to travel and experience college life. If Vermont isn't your first choice, I recommend it because it was a truly incredible experience. " Ellen Buckley,Bachelor of Commerce – Accounting and Finance, 2016
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Queen's University

Queen's University is a community, 175 years of tradition, academic excellence, research, and beautiful waterfront campus made of limestone buildings and modern facilities. But more than anything Queen’s is people. We are researchers, scholars, artists, professors and students with an ambitious spirit who want to develop ideas that can make a difference in the world. People who imagine together what the future could be and work together to realise it. Queen's is one of Canada's oldest degree-granting institutions, and has influenced Canadian higher education since 1841 when it was established by Royal Charter of Queen Victoria.

Kingston, Canada
North America

"Kingston is an amazing university town. It is beautiful and sits right on a lake. The course content was really interesting and there was more interaction between lecturers and students. I found classes to be very engaging and at the same level or maybe slightly higher than UWA. My advice is to do absolutely everything. Take every new and different opportunity. It's the time of your life." Jaynie Carmichael, Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science, 2013
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University of Bristol

Bristol is one of the most popular and successful universities in the UK and was ranked within the top 50 universities in the world in the QS World University rankings 2016. It has made innovations in areas ranging from cot death prevention to nanotechnology, and aims to equip its students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in their chosen career in a competitive global market.

Bristol, United Kingdom
Europe

"I loved going abroad. It was a rollercoaster of a journey. At first, it was daunting, being away from everything that is familiar to you for a year, but then you get settled and excitement takes over. I learned so much, particularly about what I want to study in the future. I made friends that I will remain friends with for life and am so glad that I went to Bristol." Sarah Heldsinger, Bachelor of Arts, 2011-2012
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