UWA lowers minimum ATAR entry requirement to 70
The University of Western Australia cuts its minimum ATAR for 2026 entry from 75 to 70, matching other WA universities. The move aims to boost accessibility and inclusivity for students.
The University of Western Australia cuts its minimum ATAR for 2026 entry from 75 to 70, matching other WA universities. The move aims to boost accessibility and inclusivity for students.
The University of Western Australia is partnering with student content creators to promote a more modern and accessible image, moving away from its perceived elitism.
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A former Murdoch University manager has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for orchestrating a sophisticated $1 million fraud scheme. Discover the details of the crime and its consequences.
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