Top five reasons to consider studying at UWA in Perth

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Thinking about studying in Australia? We understand that deciding where and what to study is a life-changing decision that will shape your future.

Here’s five reasons why you should consider studying at The University of Western Australia (UWA) – the only NCUK partner university in Western Australia:

The vibrant lifestyle

By studying at UWA, you will get to live in the vibrant, multicultural city of Perth, the capital of Western Australia and home to 69,000+ international students (Department of Education 2024). With a campus close to the city, the Swan River, stunning beaches, parklands and nature, you’ll have endless opportunities to explore, create unforgettable memories, and build lifelong friendships, all while getting to know your new home and city!

Perth’s strong economy

Perth is Australia’s fourth largest city and is an ideal place to live, work and study. With a strong economy, low unemployment rate, and a diverse range of career opportunities, it’s also the perfect city to kick-start your career after you graduate.

Gain industry experience

At UWA, our degrees are designed to help you stand out in the job market. Every degree at UWA includes opportunities for internships, Work Integrated Learning units, mentoring and volunteering. With real-world experience built into your studies, you’ll graduate ready for career success.

View of Perth city skyline, Perth city, Perth CBD, Swan River

Scholarships for international students

UWA offers a range of scholarships to international students from around the globe. With the Global Excellence Scholarship, you could receive up to AUD $12,000* per year on eligible undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.

By receiving a scholarship and benefiting from Perth’s affordable cost of living and UWA’s competitive tuition fees, you will have even more opportunities to experience life-changing moments.

(*terms and conditions apply)

Global reputation and rankings

UWA is ranked as a world top 100 university (QS 2025) and is a proud member of the prestigious Group of Eight. Plus, UWA is ranked in the world’s top 50 for 15 subjects (QS 2024 and GRAS 2024) including Agriculture and Forestry, Anatomy and Physiology, Earth and Marine Sciences, Geology, Geophysics, Mineral and Mining Engineering, Petroleum Engineering and Sports-related Subjects, so you can feel confident that you are gaining a top-quality education from a globally recognised university.

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