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University of Western Sydney

ยท Public University

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Public University
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University of Western Sydney: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    University of Western Sydney is a public university in Australia with a broad programme offer across undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral study. It suits international applicants who want a large spread of professional and applied fields, especially in business, health, engineering, law, and technology.

  2. What you can study

    Students can study across 98 programmes at diploma, bachelorโ€™s, masterโ€™s, and PhD/doctorate levels. Subject areas include hospitality management, law (JD), fine arts, artificial intelligence, electrical and electronic engineering, finance, architecture, health administration, accounting, public health, nursing, business administration (MBA), business analytics, building surveying, environmental management, medicine (MD), construction management, psychology, music, counselling, and medical laboratory science. Example programmes include Graduate Diploma in Aged Care Management, Graduate Diploma in Australian Migration Law, Master of Art Therapy, Master of Artificial Intelligence, Master of Artificial Intelligence (Research), Master of Applied Neuromorphic Engineering, Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance, Master of Architecture (Urban Transformation), Master of Applied Finance, Graduate Certificate in Aged Care Management, Graduate Certificate in Accounting, and Graduate Certificate in Allergic Diseases.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the universityโ€™s official website and check the current entry requirements for their chosen programme and degree level. The university website should be used to confirm document requirements, deadlines, English language requirements, and any course-specific conditions before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee for international students in the information available here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Tuition is charged in AUD, and living costs in Australia will depend on location and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it on the official website for the programme you want. Before applying, check visa requirements, entry documents, English language requirements, tuition payment timing, and whether your chosen course has any extra admissions steps.

  6. How it compares

    With 59 universities in Australia, this institution sits in a system with many options, and it stands out more for breadth than for a narrow specialist profile. Its mix of professional subjects, research degrees, and multiple health and technology fields makes it a practical choice if you want several study paths within one public university.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Western Sydney

What type of university is University of Western Sydney?

It is a public university.

Which country is it in?

Australia.

How many programmes does it offer?

It offers 98 programmes.

What degree levels are available?

Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, and PhD / Doctorate.

Overview

Western Sydney University, formerly the University of Western Sydney, is an Australian multi-campus public research university in the Greater Western region of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Australia.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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