Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-03-01 | - |
2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Work and Employment Relations
Overview
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.
Course Structure
Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.
Level 1
- Core
- EMPL1101 Employment Relations, Work and Society (6)
- EMPL1206 Social Psychology of Work (6)
Level 2
- Core
- EMPL2202 Australian Employment Relations (6)
- EMPL2309 Work and the Law (6)
Level 3
- Core
- EMPL3208 Managing Diversity (6)
- EMPL3241 International Employment Relations (6)
- EMPL3270 Negotiation: Theory and Practice (6)
- EMPL3301 Globalisation and Work (6)
Career Pathways
The Work and Employment Relations major is beneficial for those aspiring to work in a management position in the private or government sector, for a union, or for those wishing to become involved in industrial law.
Further Study
You can pursue further studies at honours level or undertake a specialist master’s degree such as the Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations. You can also choose to complete a generalist master’s degree such as the Master of Commerce.
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.
International Student Fees
Annual course fee
2025
$48,300.00
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.
Admission Requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying one of these majors, find out the admission details below.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
- All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE)
- 9
- Canadian High School (except Quebec)
- 68
- French Baccalaureate
- 10
- Gao Kao (PR China NCEE)/750
- 507
- GCE A-Levels
- 8
- German Abitur
- 3.6
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education
- 14
- Indian Senior School Certificate (CISCE)
- 45
- Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
- 75.5
- International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
- 24
- Malaysian STPM
- 10
- Monash University Foundation Year
- 254
- NCUK Foundation Program
- 8
- Norwegian Vitnemål
- 3.5
- Singapore - Cambridge A Levels
- 6.5
- South African National Senior Certificate
- 4
- South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
- 324
- Sweden Slutbetyg
- 14.5
- Trinity College Foundation
- 280
- Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
- 14
- University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
- 61
- US College Board Advanced Placements
- 7
- US College Board SAT
- 1130
- Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
- 56
- Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
- 75
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.
How to Apply
The application process to this course is different for the assured and graduate entry pathways, and for international and domestic applicants.
Domestic Pathways
- Domestic Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via TISC. Refer to TISC Online for current course codes and application deadlines.
- Domestic Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via GEMSAS, which open and close in accordance with the GEMSAS timeline. All domestic applicants must submit a valid GAMSAT score by the application closing date.
International Pathways
- International Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
- International Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
Accreditation
The UWA Business School is accredited by EQUIS and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and is a Communicating Signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME).
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The University of Western Australia
Overview:
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a leading research-intensive university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching, strong research output, and commitment to graduate employability. UWA is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally and is the number one university in Western Australia for graduate employability.
Services Offered:
UWA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic support:
Tutoring, workshops, and study skills resources.Career services:
Career counselling, job search assistance, and internship opportunities.Student wellbeing:
Mental health support, counselling, and health services.Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options.Sports and fitness:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of sports clubs.Clubs and societies:
A vibrant student community with numerous clubs and societies catering to diverse interests.Study abroad and exchange:
Opportunities to study at universities around the world.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UWA provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience for its students. The university boasts a beautiful campus with modern facilities, green spaces, and a strong sense of community. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, including:
Social events:
Concerts, festivals, and other social gatherings.Sporting events:
Supporting the university's sports teams.Volunteer opportunities:
Contributing to the local community.Cultural events:
Art exhibitions, theatre performances, and music concerts.Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class education:
UWA offers a high-quality education with a focus on research and innovation.Excellent employability:
Graduates from UWA are highly sought after by employers.Vibrant campus life:
A diverse and engaging student community with numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.Beautiful campus:
A picturesque campus with modern facilities and green spaces.Strong research focus:
UWA is a leading research university with a strong commitment to innovation.Academic Programs:
UWA offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
History, Literature, Philosophy, Languages, and more.Science and Engineering:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and more.Business and Economics:
Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Economics, and more.Health Sciences:
Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and more.Law:
Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, and other law programs.Other:
UWA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community. The university has a strong focus on Indigenous education and research, and offers a range of programs and support services for Indigenous students. UWA also has a strong international presence, with students from over 100 countries studying at the university.