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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

  • 22% international / 78% domestic

Indonesian Studies

  • Non-Award

A major in Indonesian Studies enables you to achieve a high level of fluency in the language and learn about the unique culture and history of the country.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Duration
3 - 4 years full-time
Course Code
MJD-INDNB
Study Mode
In person

About this course

This major enables you to achieve a high level of fluency in the language of Australia's closest neighbour and the world's fourth-largest country. As well as learning how to speak, read and write Indonesian, you'll study Indonesia's vibrant culture, ethnically diverse society and never-dull politics, graduating with skills and attributes in demand by employers in both the public and private sectors.

Entry requirements

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
Minimum entry requirements

Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 75.5
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 254
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 324
Trinity College Foundation
  • 280
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 61
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 56
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 75
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 75.5
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 254
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 324
Trinity College Foundation
  • 280
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 61
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 56
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 75
Admission requirements
For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.
Admission requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
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.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

Knowledge of Indonesian language, culture and social norms is in demand by state and federal government departments as well as commercial enterprises investing in Indonesia, the media, education, tourism and the hospitality industry.

Studying Indonesian Studies can lead to career opportunities such as:

  • Foreign Affairs and Trade Officer
  • Intelligence Analyst
  • Cultural Interpreter
Career Pathways

Knowledge of Indonesian language, culture and social norms is in demand by state and federal government departments as well as commercial enterprises investing in Indonesia, the media, education, tourism and the hospitality industry.

Studying Indonesian Studies can lead to career opportunities such as:

  • Foreign Affairs and Trade Officer
  • Intelligence Analyst
  • Cultural Interpreter
Further Study

This major lays the foundation for further study options at honours and postgraduate level.

You may be interested in the Master of Translation Studies.

Further Study

This major lays the foundation for further study options at honours and postgraduate level.

You may be interested in the Master of Translation Studies.

POSTGRADUATE
Hear about the Master of Translation Studies
Hear about the Master of Translation Studies

Course structure

Custom - Substitute units
Custom - Substitute units

Take units if applicable:

Level 1
Core

Take all units (12 points):

Level 2
Custom - Substitute units
Custom - Substitute units

Take units if applicable:

Level 1
Core

Take all units (12 points):

Level 2