School of Indigenous Studies

The School of Indigenous Studies sponsors Indigenous students in Years 11 and 12 who are studying Stage 2 and Stage 3 WACE subjects with the aim of gaining an ATAR score for university entry to attend WACE Revision courses.

WACE Revision assists students to increase their subject knowledge and learn valuable study skills and exam preparation techniques.

Year 11 and 12 students who are studying 4 or more Stage 2 or 3 WACE subjects may be eligible for sponsorship. Students are required to enrol in 3-4 subjects for WACE Revision and priority will be given to Year 12 students.

Students may be sponsored for one or more revision courses held in April, July and October each year.

April and October WACE Revision Courses:

As the School of Indigenous Studies cannot provide accommodation for the courses run during the April and October school holidays, attendance at these courses is primarily aimed at students from the metropolitan area or country students who are boarding in Perth and have accommodation during the holidays. Sponsorship is available for enrolment fess only for the courses held in April and October.

July WACE Revision Courses:

The July Revision classes are open to Indigenous students in Year 11 and 12 from all over WA who are studying at least 4 WACE subjects at stage 2 or 3. Country students are encouraged to apply and all students are expected to live at one of the UWA’s residential colleges for this period to gain the benefit of the university experience.

Eligibility for July residential program:

• Studying 4 Stage 2 or 3 subjects
• Enrol with private providers, nominated by the School of Indigenous Studies
• Stay in University residential accommodation
• Intend to nominate UWA as first preference on TISC
• Participate in evening information sessions and activities.

The sponsorship for the July residential program includes:

• Revision course fees
• Accommodation, travel and meals (country and metro students)
• Supervision during the week
  
• Pick up and drop off from airport, train and bus stations
• An information evening about applications for university, courses at UWA and careers with UWA Prospective Students Office and the School of Indigenous Studies
• Informal workshop with current UWA Indigenous students and graduates regarding courses and university experience
• Leadership Dinner.

Applications

This program is partially funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations through the Aspire UWA Indigenous Program.