The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a member of the prestigious Group of Eight, a coalition of leading Australian universities known for their significant contributions to research and education. The university is particularly well-regarded for its programs in medicine, life sciences, engineering, and environmental sciences, boasting cutting-edge research facilities and highly qualified faculty.
Established in 1911, UWA is consistently ranked among the top 100 of universities globally (QS 2025, USNews 2024), reflecting its excellence in a wide array of disciplines. UWA graduates go on to positively impact society – from Nobel Prize-winning scientists such as Professor Barry Marshall and Robin Warren, to entrepreneurs like Mecca Cosmetica founder Jo Horgan and politicians such as former prime minister Bob Hawke.
By choosing to study at UWA, you’ll join a network of passionate and resourceful leaders who are set on making meaningful contributions, and become part of a community with a reputation for leading positive change, both here and internationally.
Situated on the Swan River in Crawley, UWA is one of Australia’s most picturesque campuses. At UWA you are surrounded by leafy green spaces with open courtyards and plenty of room to study, catch up with friends or relax outdoors in Perth’s moderate climate.
UWA’s distinctive mix of heritage architecture and contemporary buildings contain state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, lecture and performance theatres, tutorial spaces, studios and subject-specific laboratories, creating the perfect learning environment. Here are some amenities near our campus.
Just a few minutes from the main Crawley Campus is the University’s Claremont site. UWA Claremont is also where one will find Taylor's College, which provides foundation courses for international students. Here are some amenities near our campus.
UWA has a regional campus in the south-coast town of Albany - 4.5 hour drive from Perth. At the UWA Albany Centre you can experience all that regional Western Australia has to offer while studying at university. A supportive, welcoming community at the UWA Albany Centre provides the perfect alternative to a big-city campus. Here are some amenities near our campus.
