University of Western Australia

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University of Western Australia: the applicant's brief

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The short answer

The University of Western Australia is a public research university in Crawley, Western Australia. It suits students who want to study at a public university in Australia and are comfortable confirming programme, admission, and cost details directly with the university.
What you can study

The university is a public research university. A programme catalogue is still being compiled, so check the official university website for the subjects and degrees currently available.
Getting in

International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the current entry requirements, document list, and deadlines on the official website. If you need a decision on eligibility, visa-related study details, or course-specific conditions, confirm them with the admissions office before applying.
What it costs

The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Perth should also be budgeted separately and checked against current local estimates.
Coming from abroad

The language of instruction is not stated in the available details, so confirm it on the official website before applying. Also check visa requirements, whether your chosen programme has any extra entry conditions, and what documents the university wants from overseas applicants.
How it compares

There are 59 universities in Australia, so UWA is one option in a crowded national system. Its public research university status gives it a clear academic profile, but you should compare subject availability, admission requirements, and total cost with other Australian universities before deciding.

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 — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Western Australia

What type of university is the University of Western Australia?

It is a public research university.

Where is the University of Western Australia located?

It is in Crawley, Western Australia, Australia.

When was the University of Western Australia established?

It was established in 1911.

How many universities are there in Australia?

There are 59 universities in Australia.

Overview

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a public research university in Crawley, Western Australia, Australia. UWA was established in 1911 by an act of the Parliament of Western Australia.

Tuition fees & costs

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

Admission requirements

How to apply

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