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The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia

3
Australia Rank
60
World University Rank

Overview

The University of Western Australia (UWA), founded in 1911, stands among Australia’s esteemed “sandstone universities.” Recognized for its outstanding teaching in diverse fields like sciences, psychology, and arts, UWA is part of the prestigious Group of Eight research universities.

With nine dynamic divisions covering a wide range of disciplines, UWA’s alumni include notable figures like former Prime Minister Bob Hawke, comedian Tim Minchin, and Nobel laureate Barry Marshall.

Located in Perth, UWA’s main campus offers a prime setting just minutes away from the city center. Surrounded by nature reserves, the Swan River, and close proximity to the beach, the campus provides an enriching environment for academic growth and leisure.

An annual tradition, Prosh, sees students dressing up in costumes to sell a satirical newspaper across Perth, raising funds for charitable causes since 1931.

SUBJECTS TAUGHT

Arts & humanities

  • Art, Performing Arts & Design
  • Languages, Literature & Linguistics
  • History, Philosophy & Theology
  • Archaeology
  • Architecture

Social sciences

  • Sociology
  • Geography
  • Politics & International Studies (incl Development Studies)
  • Communication & Media Studies

Clinical, pre-clinical & health

  • Other Health
  • Medicine & Dentistry

Law

  • Law

Engineering & technology

  • Electrical & Electronic Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Civil Engineering

Physical sciences

  • Geology, Environmental, Earth & Marine Sciences
  • Physics & Astronomy
  • Mathematics & Statistics
  • Chemistry

Life sciences

  • Agriculture & Forestry
  • Sport Science
  • Biological Sciences
  • Veterinary Science

Business & economics

  • Economics & Econometrics
  • Business & Management
  • Accounting & Finance

Computer science

  • Computer Science

Psychology

  • Psychology

Education

  • Education

KEY STATISTICS

1900
Founded
40
% of International Students
20 k+
Number of FTE Students
11
Faculties

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