What's On at UWA

Entering medical school can be a highly arduous process. Fortunately, we’ve got inside information on what to expect and how to succeed.

We all know the GAMSAT to be a reasoning exam rather than knowledge- based and have designed our courses and free resources to help you optimise the skills that are being assessed in the GAMSAT medical entrance exam test.

Our problem-based learning method lets you approach the test as a learning experience - almost everything you need to answer a question can be found on the exam paper!

Develop exam-level reasoning skills as you learn proven strategies

- Learn how to plan your approaches to GAMSAT Section 1, 2 & 3.

- Discuss strategies, formatting, and ideas for your Section 2 essays.

- Try a sample of GAMSAT-level Section 3 (science) questions.

- Get insights into efficient preparation relevant to GAMSAT-level practice questions.

- Free GAMSAT Section 2 Online Workshop that will help you get a head start on acing Section 2 of the GAMSAT exam! You’ll learn how to “find the theme”, which will allow you to respond to the stimuli effectively.

To combat the immense time pressure of the GAMSAT Exam, you'll also learn how to plan an essay structure in a short time-frame and we’ll cover the steps to writing a high-scoring essay. To cap it off, we'll also walk you through an example marked essay to give you some final essay writing tips!

Due to the ongoing drive for safer and more productive and economical mines, there is a need for the practical application of existing technology and the continual development of new technology. In recent years, a vast amount of technology development has changed the landscape of mining geomechanics discipline. Photogrammetric methods and laser measurement technology allows geotechnical engineers to gather data not possible before, and the development in drone technology allows them to gather this data in areas previously not accessible.

Integrated underground communications systems allow for seamless real-time integration, and personnel tracking systems allow for better assessment and management of exposure to geotechnical hazards. Geotechnical engineers now have data at higher resolution with wider coverage not possible before. However, effective decisions can only be made if data is turned into information, and knowledge derived from it. This conference will provide a forum to present and discuss new technologies and explore practical ways of implementing and expanding these new technologies to maximise their value within the underground mining environment.

Applying for a grant, award or promotion and need to identify your best performing papers? Let us show you how to do this using the Incites database, which uses data from Web of Science to analyse your performance in relation to other publications in your subject area.

A deliriously delicious, bitingly bitchy, groundbreaking gay play comes to Perth!

Award-winning director Barry Park is at the helm of GRADS’ production of Mart Crowley’s groundbreaking smash hit play THE BOYS IN THE BAND, which will be staged at The Dolphin Theatre, UWA from 4th to 14th November.

One of the first productions to put gay lives front and centre, it is about a group of entertaining, angst-ridden, openly gay men who gather for a friend's birthday - which goes horribly wrong.

One of the most urgent scientific challenges of the 21st century lies in ensuring that we have enough food for the growing global population. Join us for this special event where three experts in the field of plant science, including recently named GCHERA World Agriculture Prize Laureate Professor Pamela Ronald, will speak on how scientists are advancing sustainable crops and biotechnologies to make world food security a reality.

REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/37UhubF

Join Moderator Professor John Evans (ARC Centre of Excellence for Translational Photosynthesis) in a unique forum for discussion about how critical and complex issues can be addressed, including water and land scarcity, climate change, the role of genetic engineering and other modern agricultural technologies and the importance of interdisciplinary approaches.

This event is presented by Plantae, and co-hosted by the ARC Centre of Excellence for Translational Photosynthesis and the ARC Centre of Excellence in Plant Energy Biology.

Note: November 11, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Australia East Coast Daylight Time (AEDT UTC+11), which is November 10, 7:00-9:00 pm EST, 4:00-6:00 pm PST

Join representatives from the University, Guild, Convocation of UWA Graduates and the WA University Regiment to commemorate this important date.

UWA Publishing will be selling its huge range of great books for bargain prices (starting at $5) to help you get your Christmas shopping sorted.

Perth Upmarket is Perth’s original and best design market, featuring more than 200 of Perth's most talented artists, designers, craftsmen and foodies all at The University of Western Australia's Winthrop Hall.

There is something for everyone, including a Junior Upmarket section in Hackett Hall which showcases all the best local designers for kids' clothing, toys, games and decor. Have a browse through the gourmet section to inspire your inner Masterchef, shop original locally designed homewares or find the perfect Christmas gift for someone special. Then enjoy a coffee or lunch relaxing on the beautiful lawns around Winthrop Hall.

DETAILS:

·Sun 29th Nov 2020 Time: 10am-4pm Venue: The University of Western Australia’s Winthrop Hall Parking and entry free, venue is easily accessible, 3 ATMs on site 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley Website: www.perthupmarket.com.au Facebook.com/perthupmarket

One day forum at the Wesfarmers Lecture Theatre on Tuesday 8 December. Student registrations still available at student price.

The UWA Public Policy Institute is pleased to announce the release of its new major publication The Preparedness Report – Climate change and the challenges facing universities and professions A first of its kind, this report is concerned with the implications of climate change for academic disciplines and professional bodies: their responses to, as well as their responsibility for adapting in the face of its challenges. Focusing on a small group of examples, the report presents answers to questions such as: • How will climate change impact on the feasibility, processes, sustainability and operations of a range of professions? • How must these professions evolve and adapt in order to keep pace with those changes? • How will future members of these professions need to be educated and trained? • How will the underlying disciplines of the professions change? • Which new fields of research and education will emerge?

Join us for the official launch of this important publication, and hear directly from some of the expert authors, as well as UWA Vice-Chancellor Amit Chakma and former WA Premier Carmen Lawrence.

Preparation strategy There are three sections to the test: Reasoning in Humanities & Social Sciences; Written Communication; and Reasoning in Biological & Physical Sciences. Most candidates are concerned with the third section because it assumes a certain level of knowledge (equivalent to first year university level chemistry and biology, and A-level/Leaving Certificate/Year 12 physics).

GAMSAT Preparation Sections I & II: The best way to prepare for Sections I & II is to read widely (periodicals, novels, poems, etc.). Candidates should think about and understand what they are reading and look for the implied meaning in what they read. Candidates should practice to form opinions and judgements that they can then apply to create interesting pieces of writing for Section II.

GAMSAT Preparation Section III: Candidates prepare for Section III of GAMSAT in a number of different ways.

Join us and get access to free GAMSAT courses to enable you to conquer GAMSAT in March 2021

Let’s get kids excited about exploring ideas – big and small – through active and fun discovery and inquiry! We are pleased to announce the first Australian Eurekamp Oz! program. Based at the University of Western Australia, Eurekamp Oz! offers a series of day camps held during school holidays. Eurekamp Oz! is a collaboration of the University of Western Australia and PEiPL Ltd and is a Children’s University Learning Destination. The activities are adapted from the original Canadian Eurekamp program co-founded in 2009 by our director, Professor Rob Wilson. Eurekamp Oz! offers three week-long programs, one for each of three age ranges. Each camp runs January 11-15th and is then repeated January 18th-22nd, 2021. Maximum of 24 campers per camp per week. The camps: Game On! Grades 7-9 (Ages 12-14) Play On! Grades 4-6 (Ages 9-11) Game On! Grades 7-9 (Ages 12-14)

Visit our website and book now!!

Students sit a full-length practice exam (Virtual Reality GAMSAT VR-1 exam) on the 1st day (01-20-2021).

The 2nd day (01-21-2020) is for review and problem-solving analysis.

The 3rd day (01-22-2020) is to cover advanced GAMSAT topics and to apply problem-based learning to the review of the content from the VR-1 practice test.

A second full-length proctored GAMSAT VR-2 Mock Exam (03-13-2021) features the best of Gold Standard's GAMSAT-level practice questions.

Perth Upmarket is Perth’s original and best design market, featuring more than 200 of Perth's most talented artists, designers, craftsmen and foodies all at The University of Western Australia's Winthrop Hall.

There is something for everyone, including a First at Upmarket section in Hackett Hall which showcases new and emerging designers. Have a browse through the gourmet section to inspire your inner Masterchef. Shop original locally designed wares for yourself or someone special. Then enjoy a coffee or lunch relaxing on the beautiful lawns around Winthrop Hall.

DETAILS: · Sunday 21st March 2021 · Sun 13th June 2021 · Sun 19th September 2021 · Sun 28th November 2021 Time: 10am-4pm Venue: The University of Western Australia’s Winthrop Hall Parking and entry free, venue is easily accessible, ATMs on site 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley Website: www.perthupmarket.com.au Facebook.com/perthupmarket

WEDDING UPMARKET

Calling all engaged couples! If you are getting married in Perth, put Wedding Upmarket in your diary now as we will be showcasing more than 50 handpicked local designers to help you create a bespoke celebration. Draw inspiration from our beautifully styled areas around UWA’s Winthrop Hall and meet Perth’s finest designers. It is the perfect opportunity to discuss with them how they can help you transform your inspiration boards into a reality. Western Australia is home to countless talented creatives but sometimes the best wedding suppliers are hard to find. Wedding Upmarket is all about connecting couples with local designers to create a truly custom, personalised event. DETAILS: Saturday 1st May 2021 Time: 10am-3pm Venue: The University of Western Australia’s Winthrop Hall Parking and entry free, venue is easily accessible 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley Website: www.weddingupmarket.com.au Facebook.com/weddingupmarket

Perth Upmarket is Perth’s original and best design market, featuring more than 200 of Perth's most talented artists, designers, craftsmen and foodies all at The University of Western Australia's Winthrop Hall.

There is something for everyone, including a First at Upmarket section in Hackett Hall which showcases new and emerging designers. Have a browse through the gourmet section to inspire your inner Masterchef. Shop original locally designed wares for yourself or someone special. Then enjoy a coffee or lunch relaxing on the beautiful lawns around Winthrop Hall.

DETAILS:

· Sun 13th June 2021 · Sun 19th September 2021 · Sun 28th November 2021 Time: 10am-4pm Venue: The University of Western Australia’s Winthrop Hall Parking and entry free, venue is easily accessible, ATMs on site 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley Website: www.perthupmarket.com.au Facebook.com/perthupmarket