University of Western Australia

University of Western Australia is a university in Perth, WA. International students should budget around US$38,500 a year in total, covering roughly US$26,900 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 2 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 30 institutions we list in Australia.

35 Stirling Highway Perth WA 6009 Australia

Tuition: US$26,900/yr
Living: US$11,500/yr
Total: US$38,500/yr
Type: University
Location: Perth, WA

Why students choose University of Western Australia

The first university in Western Australia, with more than a century of strong growth
Top 100 universities worldwide, ranked 77th (QS 2025)
A member of the Group of Eight, Australia's leading research universities
17 subjects firmly in the global top 50
#1 in Western Australia and in the world top 120 for employability
Study in Perth, among the 15 most liveable cities in the world, with an extra year on the post-study work visa

University of Western Australia fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for University of Western Australia
Item	Amount
AUD 40,000–60,000/year, depending on subject and course.
Estimated AUD 18,000–20,000/year, depending on personal spending.

University of Western Australia entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Every course sets its own academic, English and other requirements. The following are the general ones.

Bachelor's

High school graduate with a strong record from a selective or international school, or
Completion of the first or second university year, or
Completion of an Australian foundation programme or diploma
IELTS 6.5 with no component below 6.0, or equivalent

Master's

A bachelor's degree
IELTS 6.5 with no component below 6.0, or equivalent; some programmes require more

Scholarships at University of Western Australia

Western Australian Premier's University Scholarship: AUD 50,000 per award
UWA International Student Award: AUD 20,000 in total

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at University of Western Australia?

Budget roughly US$38,500 a year in total — about US$26,900 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for University of Western Australia?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. Every course sets its own academic, English and other requirements. The following are the general ones.

Where is University of Western Australia?

University of Western Australia is in Perth, WA, at 35 Stirling Highway Perth WA 6009 Australia.

Can international students work while studying at University of Western Australia?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In Australia the current allowance is 48 hours per fortnight during term, and the post-study route is temporary graduate visa (subclass 485).