UWA Pathway Programs
Our free, flexible university preparation programs give you entry to UWA, and the skills to step into your course with confidence.
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From potential to impact. From where you are to where you can go.
With small classes and tailored support, these university preparation programs strengthen your academic literacy, numeracy, critical thinking and field‑specific knowledge, so you can transition smoothly into your chosen degree.
If you’re looking for a way to bridge the gap between your academic background and a UWA degree that turns passion into a career with purpose, start with a free one-semester preparation program. You’ll achieve entry to a UWA bachelor’s degree ready to make your mark.
These are not one-size-fits-all enabling courses. These preparation programs are tailored and purpose-built, each mapped to a specific field of study and your future direction.
Whether you’re a mature age, high school or Indigenous student; passionate about STEM, committed to nursing or starting to explore your options, there’s a program to help you make your impact, your way.
Our Pathway Programs
UWA Catalyst – STEM Pathway Program
UWA Catalyst is a STEM‑focused pathway for students who want to make their mark in science and technology. Bringing together chemistry, mathematics and multidisciplinary study, the program builds the academic foundations and analytical capability needed for success in the Bachelor of Science. Ready to explore the unknown? UWA Catalyst is your launchpad.
UWA Thrive – Health and Nursing Pathway Program
UWA Thrive is for the next generation of healthcare professionals and aspiring nurses. This pathway builds the skills, confidence and academic foundations you need to succeed in health and nursing study, preparing you for a career that makes a real impact in your community. See yourself making a difference in people’s lives? Start shaping your future with UWA Thrive.