Aboriginal Orientation Course
An entry pathway for undergraduate studies.
This 14-week course is ideal for Indigenous students who have not completed Year 12, received the required ATAR or have other diverse life and education experiences.
Running each semester, the course grants entry into most undergraduate courses, including Arts, Biomedical Science, Commerce, Nursing, Science, Social Work and Teaching. It’s also a great way to prepare yourself for university study and to make friends before you start.
You’ll enrol in up to 4 units, including 2 core units and 2 electives from either the Arts or Science stream, depending on the undergraduate course you’d like to study. To be accepted into your chosen undergraduate course, you’ll need to receive at least 50% in all units.
The Aboriginal Orientation Course is taught by the UWA Indigenous Student Services.
All the information you need
Learn more about what you’ll study, how we support regional students and what scholarships you might be eligible for.
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How to apply
- Get in touch
Our Indigenous Student Services team is here to help! Reach out at the link below to chat about the Aboriginal Orientation Course and the undergraduate course you’re seeking entry into.
- Apply online or in-person
If you’re a Year 12 student or recent high school leaver (within two years), then you can apply for the course through TISC. Non-school leavers can apply through UWA’s website.
Applications for Semester 1 close in mid-February, while applications for Semester 2 close in in early July.
Applying online
To apply online, you’ll need to prepare:
- Proof of identification (such as a birth certificate)
- Unique Student Identifier or USI – all Australian school students have one. If you don’t have a record of yours, visit Find your USI.
Applying in-person
You can also apply at the University Entrance Workshop and get in-person support from our team. You'll need the same materials listed above to apply in-person.
Need help with submitting your application? Feel free to email or call us at any point.
- Attend the University Entrance Workshop
Held at Bilya Marlee on UWA’s Perth campus, this information session is a chance to have a yarn about your career and study goals, your past life, work and/or study experiences, and what support you might need to complete your studies.
Our team will also work out which is the best entry pathway into university for you, whether that’s through the Aboriginal Orientation Course, Indigenous Provisional Entry Scheme or Experience-based entry. If you haven’t already applied for university entry, you can also complete this at the workshop.
The University Entrance Workshop is held in late January, June and November.
- Getting your offer
You’ll get the outcome of your application via email. If successful, login to the UWA portal to accept it!