Undergraduate
Work and Employment Relations
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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
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This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
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Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required. More information on how fees are calculated.
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
International Student Fees
Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load. Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course.
Find out more about international student tuition fees and visit the fee calculator for the relevant course fees.
Fees are subject to annual indexation.
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
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
- 3.6
- 75.5
- 254
- 324
- 14.5
- 280
- 61
- 1130
- 56
- 75
Admission requirements
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.
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Course details
This major focuses on the dynamics of workplace relations between employers and employees, as well as the wider impact of employment relations on the economy, society and politics. The major is particularly beneficial for those aspiring to work in the private or government sector, for a union, or for those wishing to become involved in industrial law.
About the course
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
- Undergraduate
- MJD-WKERL
- 3 years (BA); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
Jarrah Duckett
Jarrah Duckett
The teaching and admin staff is what makes UWA a rewarding place to study. The lecturers, tutors, and all the other staff involved in running and coordinating units do an excellent job at making the content relevant and engaging, and will go out of their way to help you as best they can with any problems you may have.
Kimia Samei
Kimia Samei
As the world becomes more globalised, the highly practical study of Work and Employment Relations allows for a deeper insight into the business, government and employee relationship on a national and global level. Being able to apply your skills developed through study allows for highly practical learning at UWA. The supportive staff and multiple social and professional opportunities provided by the UWA Business School has made my study highly rewarding.
UWA has a fantastic campus culture. I was lucky enough to run a social club, be on the committee of Uni Camp For Kids as well as complete numerous extracurricular activities, all while studying my major.
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