Why students choose this institution
World #77
QS World University Rankings 2027
World Top 50
in 10 subject areas
Group of Eight
Leading research-intensive university
Scholarships Available
International scholarships for eligible students
Popular Study Fields
Earth & Marine Sciences
Mineral & Mining Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
Medicine, Dentistry and Oral Sciences
Biological Sciences
Environmental Sciences
Pathways
Foundation
Standard Program (8 months) and Extended Program (12 months), , progress to eligible UWA Bachelor degrees.
Minimum requirement: F.5 / Year 11, IELTS 5.5 (5)
Diploma
8 or 12 months diploma covering Commerce, Computer & Data Science and Engineering, progression to Year 2 of your UWA Bachelor degree.
Pre-Master
UWA does not offer pre-master pathway
English Program
Students who do not yet meet the English entry requirement may study the Academic English and Study Skills Bridging Course before progressing to their UWA program.
Scholarship Details
Global Excellence Scholarship
Value: AUD $24,000 or $48,000 over 2 or 4 years
Eligibility: ATAR 85 equivalent (HKDSE 16.5 best 4, IAL 10 best 3) or WAM 65 equivalent for all postgraduate programs
Note: Exclusion applies.
International Student Award
Value: AUD $5,000 per year
Eligibility: Be a citizen from Argentina, Bangladesh, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Uruguay, Venezuela or Vietnam
UWA Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Value: 50% or 100% tutition reduction
Eligibility: Be a citizen from Be applying as an international student from China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam AND ATAR 98 equivalent (Gao Kao 90%, STPM 18, UEC 5, SMA III 91.6)
*UWA has the final decision rights on all matters related to scholarships.
About Institution
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.
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