The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a public research university in Perth, with its main campus beside the Swan River. It reports more than 28,000 students, of whom more than 7,900 are international, and calls itself the only world top 100 university in Western Australia.[1] It is ranked 77th in the QS World University Rankings 2027.[2]
International fees for 2027 are set per course. Examples from UWA’s fee tables are A$44,500 a year for the Bachelor of Arts, A$53,000 for the Bachelor of Commerce, A$56,200 for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and A$54,400 for the Master of Data Science.[3][4] The minimum English standard is IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0.[5]
Key facts
| Official name | The University of Western Australia |
| Location | Crawley, Perth, Western Australia (35 Stirling Highway)[1] |
| Type | Public research university[6] |
| Founded | 1911, by the University of Western Australia Act 1911[6] |
| Students | More than 28,000, of which more than 7,900 international[1] |
| Schools | 22 schools[1] |
| Campuses | Perth (main campus), Albany (South West), UWA Health Campus at the Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre, plus facilities in Claremont and Nedlands[7] |
| QS World University Rankings 2027 | 77th[2] |
| International fees 2027 (examples) | Bachelor of Arts A$44,500 · Bachelor of Commerce A$53,000 · Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) A$56,200 · Master of Data Science A$54,400, each per year of 48 credit points[3] |
| English requirement (minimum standard) | IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0; higher standard 7.0 overall, no band below 6.5[5] |
| Application fee | A$150, non-refundable, for direct and agent applications[8] |
| CRICOS provider code / course code | 00126G (provider); 003005D (Bachelor of Arts)[9] |
| Official website | uwa.edu.au |
Checked against the sources listed at the bottom of this page on 6 November 2026.
About the University of Western Australia
UWA was established in 1911 by an Act of the Parliament of Western Australia, following a royal commission in 1910.[6] The main campus sits on the banks of the Swan River, about 10 minutes from the centre of Perth.[1] The university also has a campus in Albany in the South West of the state and the UWA Health Campus at the Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre.[7]
UWA states that it has 22 schools, more than 150,000 graduates and 10 subjects in the world’s top 50 (QS 2026 and GRAS 2025).[1]
How is the University of Western Australia ranked?
In the QS World University Rankings 2027, published on 18 June 2026, the University of Western Australia is 77th in the world. It sits between the University of Queensland (40th) and Adelaide University (79th) among Australian universities.[2] The PickMyUni comparison table lists UWA as joint 77th (=77) in 2027, against 77th in the 2026 edition.[10]
UWA’s own pages say it is a “world top 100 university (QS 2027)”, without a number.[1] The QS site itself blocks automated access, so we rely on press and comparison-table reports. Rankings differ by publisher and year, so treat one position as one view. How we compile rankings.
What can you study at the University of Western Australia?
UWA teaches through 22 schools.[1] Its international fee tables list bachelor’s degrees such as the Bachelor of Arts, Commerce, Science, Engineering (Honours) and Biomedical Science, and postgraduate coursework degrees such as the Master of Data Science, Master of Information Technology, Master of Professional Engineering and Master of Business Administration.[3][4]
The Bachelor of Arts is a 3-year full-time degree with 33 majors and intakes in February and July.[9] The Doctor of Medicine appears in the postgraduate coursework fee table.[4] For degrees, visas and living costs across the country see Study in Australia; other universities are in our Australia guide.
How much does the University of Western Australia cost for international students in 2027?
| Course | Level | Course code | Annual fee, 2027 start (A$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Bachelor’s | BP001 | 44,500 |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Bachelor’s | BP002 | 53,000 |
| Bachelor of Science | Bachelor’s | BP004 | 54,400 |
| Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) | Bachelor’s | BH011 | 56,200 |
| Master of Data Science | Master’s | 62530 | 54,400 |
| Master of Information Technology (coursework) | Master’s | 62510 | 54,400 |
| Master of Professional Engineering | Master’s | 62550 | 56,300 |
| Master of Business Administration (coursework) | Master’s | 42520 | 68,100 |
The amounts come from UWA’s fee browser, which shows the “annual fee for start year 2027” for a standard full-time load of 48 credit points a year.[3][4] UWA says tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase, and that all international students are offered full fee-paying places.[8] The Doctor of Medicine is listed at A$97,600 for 2027.[4]
Other costs
The Department of Home Affairs requires Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the whole duration of a student visa, and applications made directly or by an agent carry a non-refundable fee of A$150.[8] For living costs see Study in Australia.
How do international students apply to the University of Western Australia?
International students can apply directly to UWA or through an authorised agent.[11] UWA’s step-by-step guide asks you to choose a course and note its name and code, check that you meet the English language requirements and any prerequisites, prepare your supporting documents (academic results, English test results, passport copy) and then apply. You can apply up to two years before your intended start date.[11]
You are responsible for your own travel and student visa arrangements; UWA’s overseas representatives can help.[11] We give no deadlines here because they change every year and differ by course; some courses have earlier closing dates, listed on the course page.[11]
Which English level do you need for the University of Western Australia?
UWA’s minimum standard English Language Competence for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees is IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0. Some courses have a higher standard of 7.0 overall with no band below 6.5, or an accreditation requirement set in the course rules.[5]
International applicants who do not meet the requirement for direct entry can consider the Academic English and Study Skills Bridging course at the UWA Centre for English Language Teaching (UWA CELT), although it is not accepted for some courses such as the Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours).[5]
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are UWA fees for international students?
What is the University of Western Australia’s world ranking?
77th in the QS World University Rankings 2027.[2]
Which IELTS score do I need for UWA?
The minimum standard is IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0; some courses require 7.0 overall with no band below 6.5.[5]
Where is UWA and how many campuses does it have?
The main campus is in Perth, Western Australia. There is also a campus in Albany and the UWA Health Campus at the Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre.[7]
How do I apply to UWA as an international student?
Apply directly through UWA or via an authorised agent, and prepare academic results, English test results and a passport copy.[11]
More about studying in Australia
- Australia: best universities
- Study in Australia: complete guide
- Cost of Studying Abroad
- International Student Scholarships
- University Ranking Methodology
More university profiles in Australia
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- Australian National University
- Curtin University
- Deakin University
- Griffith University
- James Cook University
- La Trobe University
- Macquarie University
- Monash University
- Queensland University of Technology
- RMIT University
- University of Melbourne
- University of Newcastle
- The University of Queensland
- University of Sydney
- University of Tasmania
- University of Technology Sydney
- University of Wollongong
- UNSW Sydney
Sources
[1] The University of Western Australia: About us (page without a date)
[2] Time Out Australia: Nine Australian universities rank among the world’s top 100 for 2027 (QS publishes the ranking at topuniversities.com, which blocks automated access) (article of 24 Jun 2026; QS edition released 18 Jun 2026; InDaily of 18 Jun 2026 reports the same rank)
[3] UWA Fee Calculator: International undergraduate course fees, 2027 (table for fee year 2027; page without a date)
[4] UWA Fee Calculator: International postgraduate coursework fees, 2027 (table for fee year 2027; page without a date)
[5] UWA: English language requirements (page without a date)
[6] Wikipedia: University of Western Australia (founding and campus location; secondary source)
[7] The University of Western Australia: Our campus (page without a date)
[8] UWA: International student fees (page without a date)
[9] UWA: Bachelor of Arts course page (page without a date; CRICOS provider 00126G from the university’s About page footer)
[10] PickMyUni: QS Australian universities rankings 2027 (aggregator; published 18 Jun 2026, author block shows an update on 5 Nov 2026)
[11] UWA: How to apply as an international student (page without a date)
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