Postgraduate

Before you apply

Don't jeopardise your application! Make sure you:

• identify the course/s you wish to apply for in order of preference
• check whether the course/s you want to apply for are available in this Intake
• check the closing dates
• check whether there are Special Admission Requirements for your course
• include certified copies of all necessary documents
• include additional information and/or supplementary forms where applicable
• contact the Contact Service Centre on 1300 897 669 if you require further information and complete the application
   

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How to apply for postgraduate coursework courses

For postgraduate coursework courses, applications for admission are through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC).

Only Australian citizens, holders of permanent resident visas and New Zealand citizens should apply using the process outlined below. All other applicatns should apply through UWS International.

'Straight into Teaching' - Current UWS students applying for Master of Teaching courses

UWS has special arrangements in place for *current domestic UWS students who would like to apply to one of the following Master of Teaching courses:

• 1605 Master of Teaching (Primary) + Master of Teaching (Primary) Advanced
  You should be completing a UWS undergraduate degree. The appropriateness of the studies taken in the first degree must be consistent with the qualifications standards set by the NSW Institute of Teachers Subject Content Requirements for Teaching in a NSW Primary School. Please see the NSW Institute of Teachers Subject Content Requirements for Teaching in a NSW Primary School for details.
  
• 1609 Master of Teaching (Secondary) + Master of Teaching (Secondary) Advanced
  You should be completing a UWS undergraduate degree. We will assess the units you have studied to see if you are eligible for the program.
  
• 1672 Master of Teaching (Birth - 12 years)
  

You should be completing the UWS Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies (Child and Family).

If you are a *current UWS student, and you are interested in applying for one of the courses above, you will be able to apply directly to UWS.

How to apply for start year 2010

If you are completing your undergraduate degree this semester (final units to be completed in Spring, 2H or Q4 2009) you can apply for the Master of Teaching courses listed above at UWS.

The 'Straight into Teaching' at UWS initiative can give you a provisional offer into the teaching program of your choice without the need to apply through UAC. You can receive this direct offer by:

If you're interested in receiving a direct offer into teaching, you'll need to collect and submit the 'Straight into Teaching' application from the School of Education Administration Office between 1 October and 23 December 2009.

Master of Teaching (Birth - 12 years)

The School of Education will contact currently enrolled Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies (Child and Family) students during class.  Alternatively, you can contact Vanessa Lane on telephone (02) 9772 6561 or email v.lane@uws.edu.au

*You are considered a current student if you are enrolled in units in a Bachelor's degree in Autumn or Q2 of the current year.  All non-current students must apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).  All current International students must lodge an application through UWS International.

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Applying via UAC

To apply for 2010 applications are lodged using the apply-by-web form on the UAC Website.  The UAC Postgraduate Coursework Booklet is on the UAC website or call the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 and ask for a copy to be sent to you.

The Table of Courses on the UAC web site and in the Postgraduate Coursework Booklet provides a summary of courses available for Intakes 1-3, including the estimated tuition fees, and identifies those courses with Special Admission Requirements. Descriptions of the courses including admission requirements can be found in the UWS Handbook.

UWS uses a preference-based system for postgraduate offers. This means you will receive only one offer, for the course highest in your preferences for which you are eligible. Please make sure you consider your preferences carefully.

For the latest information, you should regularly check the "Course Updates" page at the UAC web site for new, cancelled and general course updates.

You will be notified by email of the outcome of your application, and, if successful, about enrolment procedures and payment of fees.

Information on accepting your offer and enrolling at UWS is available online but will be sent to you in the mail after your UAC offer has been made

» UAC Postgraduate Course information

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