Undergraduate

Human Science and Neuroscience (Extended Major)

Gain a unique insight into how human behaviour is influenced by genetic, developmental, ecological and cultural factors.
80
ATAR
3
Years Full Time

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Address

Student Central

The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009

Telephone

131 UWA (131 892)

International

(+61 8) 6488 1000

Hours

8.30am - 5pm AWST, Monday - Friday

Frequently asked questions

Careers and further study

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

Career Pathways

Potential career opportunities include medical technician, neuroscientist and research scientist.
Potential career opportunities include medical technician, neuroscientist and research scientist.

Further Study

This extended major leads directly into Honours in Neuroscience and Masters in Biomedical Science with a Neuroscience Specialisation.
This extended major leads directly into Honours in Neuroscience and Masters in Biomedical Science with a Neuroscience Specialisation.

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course. For fee type definitions and further assistance, see the Fee Calculator Help page. You can also search our database for scholarships that are relevant to you or this course

Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual course fee
2025
Commonwealth Supported Place $10,248.76

Scholarships

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.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

International Student Fees

Indicative first year fee
2024
$46,600.00
2025
$49,200.00

Find out more about tuition fees or visit the fee calculator for the estimated total course fee.

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

Scholarships

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.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

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

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

Admission requirements

For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.

Mathematics requirement

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

WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Methods ATAR

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

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Course details

Combining a strong core of Neuroscience and Physiology with the disciplines of Psychology and Anthropology, this extended major offers excellent preparation for careers in clinical and healthcare settings, as well as in medical research. You will gain a unique insight into how human behaviour is influenced by genetic, developmental, ecological and cultural factors.

About the course

The Human Science and Neuroscience extended major centres on the understanding of human behaviour, combining a strong core of Neuroscience and Physiology with the disciplines of Psychology and Anthropology.
Human Science and Neuroscience Extended Major

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-HSNEM
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Human Science and Neuroscience Extended Major
Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-HSNEM
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Honours Available
  • Yes
Degrees course is available in
  • Bachelor of Human Sciences
  • Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)

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Course structure

Extended majors enable you to dive deeper into a particular area of study and normally require 13 to 18 units studied over the course of your degree.

Course Structure

Why study this course?

  • Interact with research groups and professionals in the field
  • An extended laboratory experience supports your data collection and practical skills

You'll learn to

  • Appreciate the value of human diversity for its own sake and how it informs the disciplines of neuroscience, anatomy and physiology
  • Apply your knowledge of basic cell and systems biology and biological chemistry to neural cells and systems
  • Understand the neuroscience underpinning common pathological conditions of the nervous system
  • Integrate key knowledge and concepts about the structure and function of the human brain and how this is expressed in behaviour
  • With high research content and a focus on practical skills, develop sound scientific research design methods
Ranked 2nd  in Australia and 45th in the world for Human Biological Sciences (ARWU 2024) 

Meet your teachers

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You'll be learning from our passionate and inspirational teaching staff with real industry experience and connections, and up to date skills and knowledge.

Your degree options

This major is offered as a degree-specific major for these degrees.