Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Domestic Students

• Admission into the honours program is competitive. Students considering entry into the Bachelor of Science (Honours) - SMAH must have completed a 3-year full time equivalent bachelor degree with a minimum distinction (75%) weighted average mark (WAM) and have acceptance from a potential supervisor.
• Applicants are required to complete a Project Proposal form prior to submitting their application and attach the completed form as a supporting document.
• For more information about this requirement, please visit Honours in SMAH.

Recent Secondary Education:

• If you are a current high school student in Australia, or you’ve finished high school recently, your admission to UOW will likely be based on your Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) or International Baccalaureate admissions score (IBAS).
• Other high-school qualifications UOW considers for entry include:
• Students may be admitted to this course via Early Admission.
• See UOW Admissions for more information.
• Adjustments are used to increase your Selection Rank. Factors such as the subjects you are studying, the location of your school, or your eligibility for equity and access schemes may be taken into consideration. Find out more about UOW's adjustment factors.
• GCE A-Levels
• New Zealand NCEA Level 3
• Overseas senior secondary qualifications comparable to Australian qualifications

Work and life experience:

• Admission to UOW is primarily based on your academic qualifications, with work or life experience generally not considered. If you do not meet the academic requirements for this course, we recommend exploring recognised pathway programs, such as those offered by UOW College or the TAFE Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC).
• For more information, please refer to the UOW Admissions Information page.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people:

• UOW's Woolyungah Indigenous Centre's Indigenous Admissions Program (IAP) offers an alternative pathway for Indigenous Australians aged 17 and over who are seeking entry into an undergraduate course at UOW. Upon completing the IAP, applicants will be considered for admission based on an interview and assessment of both academic and non-academic qualities. For further details, including the application process, please contact Woolyungah Indigenous Centre.

Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications:

• UOW recognises a range of overseas secondary, vocational and higher education qualifications. Your qualifications will be assessed for equivalence to Australian qualifications and the admission requirements for this course.Documents issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by an official English translation. An official English translation is a verified translation of your documents into English, completed by a qualified translator so it can be accepted as part of your application.For more information, contact the UOW Future Students Team.

English language proficiency:

• All UOW courses are taught in English and require varying levels of proficiency. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University’s English Language Requirements, which differ by course.
• Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.
• Alternatively, you can fulfill the requirement by completing an English course at UOW College.

International Students

Academic Entry Requirements:

• Admission into the honours program is competitive. Students considering entry into the Bachelor of Science (Honours) - SMAH must have completed a 3-year full time equivalent bachelor degree with a minimum distinction (75%) weighted average mark (WAM) and have acceptance from a potential supervisor.
• Applicants are required to complete a Project Proposal form prior to submitting their application and attach the completed form as a supporting document.
• For more information about this requirement, please visit Honours in SMAH.

English Language Requirements:

• The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
• UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Pass (weighted average mark of 50 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)
• Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.

IELTS Academic:

• Overall Score 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0

TOEFL (Internet-based):

• Overall Score 70, Reading 18, Writing 18, Listening 17, Speaking 17