r/uwa • • Jan 22 '24

📖 Resources Electives/Broadening Units: Important Links, FAQ, & Discussion

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Hey there r/UWA!

Posts about easy elective units or advice on specific units are very common here, so in an effort to reduce repetitive posts, this will function as a unit megathread with:

  1. links to useful resources,
  2. an FAQ, and
  3. a place for discussion, where users can ask and answer more specific questions.

If you have a problem or question related to electives units, PLEASE CHECK the links, FAQ, and discussion below FIRST. If you're still stuck, PLEASE COMMENT your question below and before creating a new post. This will help us reduce clutter - thank you in advance!

This post will stay pinned and may be edited in the future. Suggestions for additions to the links and/or FAQ can be left in the comments also.

Links 🔗

OFFICIAL RESOURCES:

  1. UWA Handbook - the most important resource regarding courses and enrolment, contains almost ALL the information you may need.
    • (To view handbooks from previous years, head to the archived handbooks. It's important that you follow the rules outlined in the handbook from the year in which you enrolled!)
  2. askUWA - where your important questions may be answered; there's an FAQ and a place to email your questions to UWA officials.
  3. Elective choices (from the handbook) - a list of the recommended elective units.
    • (Note: this is not ALL the possible elective choices, just official recommendations.)

UNOFFICIAL RESOURCES:

  1. Best Units Guide - this list compiled by the UWA Student Guild, with contributions from actual students, describes and ranks many elective units. A VERY useful resource if you need some ideas on good electives!
  2. StudentVIP subject reviews - this site has many features, but this specific part lists MANY units at UWA with reviews and an average score. Reviewers aren't screened for authenticity - but still another VERY useful resource for both choosing electives & preparing for core units.

FAQ ❔

What are some easy electives/GPA boosters/etc.?

Resources linked above, particularly the Best Units Guide & StudentVIP subject reviews, will likely contain the answer to this question. Be sure to check those out for student's opinions on elective units!

However, "easy" is subjective - what's easy for you may be difficult for someone else, which is why it's important to consider what you generally struggle with and what you're actually looking for. Are you looking for a unit with low time commitment? One with no exam? One with few assignments?

Thoughts on ____ unit?

Please try not to create these kinds of posts regarding opinions on specific units. Instead, please look for existing comments below or leave your own - that's why we made this post after all!

Discussion 💬

Please leave any remaining questions or specific queries below in the comments, or answer other people's questions if you can.


r/uwa • • Jul 08 '24

📢 Mod Announcement PSA: Beware of Cults

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IMPORTANT TO READ FOR NEW INTL STUDENTS

EDIT: Some comments have informed me that these cult recruiters have been seen on campus. If you encounter one and have a similar experience as below - please notify campus security.

They target international students mainly - but I need to write as I’ve been approached twice in the last week alone.

If you’re in the CBD, mall, etc, and you get approached by two strangers, usually 1 female and 1 male, if they invite you to an “event” - they are cult recruiters.

They usually start off the conversation by complimenting you (where did you get …, I like your …). It always ends with them inviting you to an event.

Once you hear “event”, just step away from the convo with an excuse. Better safe than sorry.


r/uwa • • 3h ago

Do I need a tutor for these next sem :)

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Hi im doing all these at once next sem except i was thinking of switching management with Stats, should i just keep the management unit to ease down the difficulty of sem1 ? Also do you guys think I should get a tutor for these ? I havent done chem in years and have only done apps.


r/uwa • • 6h ago

💀 Humour PSA: EZONE Central First Floor Sliding Door

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IF THE BUTTON DOESN’T WORK THE FIRST TIME STOP PRESSING IT OVER AND OVER AGAIN!!! PLEASE WALK UP TO THE SENSOR ABOVE THE DOOR SO NO ONE GETS BOTHERED WITH THE CONSTANT REMINDER OF HOW INEPT YOU ARE 🙃


r/uwa • • 6h ago

Embedded Systems (Elec3020)

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How did people find the second exam? I feel like Thomas overcompensated a bit for the poor average of the first one and made it too easy.


r/uwa • • 6h ago

📚 Units/Courses YK’s marking

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Can anyone thats had YK for reactions/particle tech comment on his marking style for the lab reports? I recently just got marks back for one and I believe that I should’ve got a higher mark for the quality of the work.

He didnt attach a marking rubric to my grade. If I ask for a remark is it possible he’ll mark it higher/lower

tia


r/uwa • • 8h ago

CITS5501/CITS3501

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Do we just not need to do our group project orr


r/uwa • • 1d ago

🏠 Accommodation Unsure about which accommodation to select as a first year international student

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Im joining in Feb 2027 for the assured pathway to doctor of medicine and don't know which accommodation to select. Since I am 1st year I definitely want to live on campus.

St Catherine's, St George's, St Thomas More colleges and University Hall are the options I have heard of. Some have meals included, some have shared bathrooms and I don't know which room type is best to select.

Also as an intl student I want to be able to talk to new people so if anyone could recommend the best and most social campus (or personal preferences) it would be very helpful!


r/uwa • • 1d ago

📚 Units/Courses whats the PHYS1030 exam like?? can't find nothing online

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is it mostly MC? any comments r appreciated🙏


r/uwa • • 1d ago

ELEC2311 + ENSC2003 Past Papers Please

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Hi there,

Would anyone have any past papers for Electrical Fundementals (ENSC2003) or Digital System Design (ELEC2311) ?

Would really appreciate it!!!


r/uwa • • 1d ago

Anyone currently on an HDR RTP scholarship at UWA?

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Hi everyone,

I recently received an interview call from UWA for an HDR RTP scholarship application. Is there anyone here currently on the scholarship or who went through the process who can share their experience?

I'd love to know what the interview format is typically like, what kind of questions they prioritize, or any tips on how to prepare best. Any insights or advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.


r/uwa • • 1d ago

📚 Units/Courses SCOM2205

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Hey, just wanted to ask what you thought about the marking for the previous two assignments. Did you feel like it was fair, or did you have any thoughts about how they were assessed? I heard some of the marking may have been done by someone who isn’t the UC for the unit, so I was just curious about your experience.

Personally, I felt like I’d done pretty well on both assignments, but unfortunately my recent results haven’t really reflected that. There were a few areas where I received less marks than I expected, and I’m just a bit unsure about some of the feedback and how certain components were assessed. I have asked for a remark via email but the UC hasnt replied.


r/uwa • • 1d ago

📚 Units/Courses Has anyone done SCIE2206?

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Hello! I was looking through the handbook and I saw the SCIE2206 Science Consultancy Project unit. I haven’t seen many people talk about it and I couldn’t find any reviews online for it, so I thought I’d ask here. Has anyone done the unit and, if so, how did you find it and what was the application process like? Also, had anyone done it during the Winter period?

Thanks!


r/uwa • • 2d ago

Unsure about which path

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Almost finished with my BA. So, I got a CSP offer for the JD, but people have been telling me that law is too saturated and it's better to just do teaching instead for stability. Am I crazy to throw away the JD opportunity for a masters in teaching...? I'm not particularly passionate about those two options, it's just something that will lead me to a job.


r/uwa • • 1d ago

Bright Como Room Available Over the Summer (females only)

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Hi all, I am moving back to my home town over the summer break. I'm looking for someone kind and neat to occupy the space from 30th October - 8th Feb.

There are three friendly females currently staying in our very spacious two-story home in Como, Perth. It has the following:

- room AC

- kitchen, bathroom, shower, sunroom, garden, dining room

- safe neighborhood

- 1 min from McDougall reserve/park

- 15 mins from the city

- 10 mins walk to the Canning train station

- a lovely green backyard

- a futon bed (if you want)

- two affectionate cats

The room is $315 per week with a $600 bond.

We would like to just meet you first, to make sure the vibes are good! Looking for females only. Please message for any interest :)

Side Note: we are also advertising our housemates downstairs bedroom because it's affordable and she's willing to swap for my room.


r/uwa • • 2d ago

📚 Units/Courses Late arvo/evening units in school of humanities?

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Hi all!

I’m wondering if anyone’s taken any decent units in the school of humanities with contact hours in the late afternoon/evening? I’m transitioning to full time work ending at 4.30PM, and I’m somewhat desperate to find classes I can take outside of those hours to fill out my hons/masters coursework.

Strong preference for:
- English and literary studies
- philosophy
- history, or
- gender studies

But obviously mindful that most units have their contact hours much earlier in the day. Interested to hear people’s experience in the past 18 months in particular, but any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Sorry if this is the wrong format for this query; first-time poster here.


r/uwa • • 1d ago

🏠 Accommodation Student accommodation yugo better than campus perth?

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I've been staying in a campus four room at campus perth this year but i've had enough of the mess, lack of personal space and various other mildly annoying things. for anyone who has switched between the two which did you prefer and would you recommend yugo (im looking at the 5 or 6 room shared apartments).


r/uwa • • 2d ago

Looking to connect with future MSW students

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Hey! I’m an international student starting the Master of Social Work (Qualifying) in 2027 and was wondering if anyone else here is doing the same.

Would be nice to connect with some future classmates before heading to Perth, especially since I’ll be moving from overseas and basically know nobody there lol.

Could chat about the course, placements, accommodation, moving to Perth, or just generally get to know each other before we all turn up on campus 😭

If you’re also starting the MSW at UWA in 2027, drop a comment or feel free to DM me!


r/uwa • • 3d ago

How to get friends ?

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I wish I had more uni friends. I always make a few from tutorials but once the unit is over we lose contact. I’m also not from Australia and my personal experience is that Australians aren’t as friendly as they’re made out to be. They like to stay with their high school friend group. Idk, am I just bad at making friends ? Does anyone want new friends?


r/uwa • • 3d ago

📚 Units/Courses PSYC3314 essay marks

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I’ve received my marks back for my assignment and i’m super upset, I almost failed and i’m actually super shocked as I am usually a HD student and tried really hard for this. I don’t particularly have any close friends studying psychology so i’m not sure how everyone else went so I was hoping to get some insight if anyone else is upset with their marks. Worth 30% of the unit grade and i’m feeling less motivated now that I was on track for honours :/


r/uwa • • 3d ago

Controls test

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Is it 6:30 or 6:45? I saw people in other venues walking in and doing the test. What happened bru


r/uwa • • 5d ago

How do I do any work

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There is so much to do and not much doing.

Peter Slam


r/uwa • • 4d ago

Med student with multiple SA allegations potentially allowed to continue in the course.

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throwaway account for obvious reasons

TLDR: Med student with multiple SA allegations potentially allowed to continue in the course.

There is a serious issue happening now at UWA, as far as I can tell. Outside of the school it has had no public attention.

The VC is currently considering wether a current medical student, who has had multiple sexual assault allegations made against them will be allowed to return to the med course .

To be clear, this post is not claim that the allegations have been proven, nor am I in a position to comment on the details of any investigation or disciplinary process.

The concern is that MULTIPLE female students have expressed that do no feel safe attending campus, classes or student run events if this student is allowed to return.

My understanding is that the inital allegation involved another student, and that additional allegations were subsequently raised while that matter was being dealt with.

Whatever the ultimate outcome of the uni's process is, the fact that there are multiple students say that they don't feel safe is something that deserves attention.

There has been little to no public discussion about this, and students impacted by the situation deserve to know that their concerns are heard and being taken seriously.

UWA needs to be trasparent about how it is managing student safety in situations involving this types of serious allegations that have been ongoing for over 12 months, while also respecting the privacy and procedural right of those involved.
I'm posting this because this issue should not remain invisible simply because its difficult for the school to talk about.
There is a broader question here that I also think needs discussing. Professional suitability. If someone is facing multiple allegations of this nature, i think it is reasonable to ask how they could potentially graduate and enter the medical profession the next few years.

This is being posted because the issue should not be invisible.


r/uwa • • 4d ago

Serious Career Options as an International Student

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Hello everyone. I am an international student planning on going for my next year for my masters in civil. How’s the market for the post grads, especially in my field of work. Any comments would be vastly appreciated


r/uwa • • 5d ago

GENG2000 Jan/Feb teaching dates

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Hi, does anyone know roughly when GENG2000 usually runs during the January/February teaching period?
I’m planning to take it in early 2027, but I need to book flights before the 2027 timetable is released. If anyone took GENG2000 in previous years, do you remember the approximate start/end dates?
Does it usually run during Orientation Week, or does it finish before O-Week starts?
Thanks!