The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia’s leading universities and a member of the Group of Eight, known for research excellence, flexible degrees, strong industry connections and a beautiful campus environment. Founded in 1911, UWA is Western Australia’s first university and has built a strong global reputation over more than 110 years.

UWA is ranked #77 in the QS World University Rankings 2026, placing it among the world’s top 100 universities. It is also Western Australia’s only university in the global top 100. In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, UWA is ranked first in Western Australia across a wide range of disciplines, including Accounting and Finance, Agriculture and Forestry, Anatomy and Physiology, Architecture and Built Environment, Biological Sciences, Business and Management Studies, Computer Science and Information Systems, Dentistry and more.

UWA also performs strongly on the global stage, with world top 50 rankings in Agriculture and Forestry, Mineral and Mining Engineering, and Sports-related Subjects, as well as world top 100 rankings in Anatomy and Physiology, Earth and Marine Sciences, Geology, Geophysics, Archaeology, Civil and Structural Engineering, and Life Sciences and Medicine.

The university’s main campus, UWA Perth, is located only 10 minutes from Perth’s city centre, beside the Swan River. The campus combines high-tech facilities, laboratories, studios, libraries, cafés, shops, sporting venues, health services and cultural spaces.

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WA offers programs across business, commerce, data and computer science, engineering, health and biomedical sciences, law, psychology, architecture, design, natural sciences, agriculture, environmental science, humanities, social sciences, music and fine arts. With strong rankings, flexible course structures, scholarships, industry links and a supportive campus community, UWA is a leading choice for students seeking a high-quality university experience in Western Australia.