International Relations Office

University-Wide Partner Universities

 

University of Western Australia
Perth, Western Australia

Website: http://www.uwa.edu.au

 

Institution Profile
 

Located on the banks of the Swan River in Perth, Western Australia (WA), the University is WA’s most established tertiary institution. The University, which opened in 1913, has acquired an international reputation for excellence and enterprise. It is regarded as one of Australia's top research institutions.

The University is also a member of Australia’s Group of Eight Universities.

 
Academics
Academic Calendar

Semester 1: Late February to Late June
Semester 2: Mid July to Late November
Curriculum Structure

Exchange students are expected to enrol in a full academic work load of 24 points per semester (equivalent to 4 courses). Most courses have a value of 6 credit points.
Medium of Instruction for Classes

English
Faculties/Schools
 
  • Architecture Landscape and Visual Arts;
  • Arts,
  • Humanities and Social Sciences;
  • Economics and Commerce;
  • Education;
  • Engineering, Computing and Mathematics;
  • Law;
  • Life and Physical Sciences;
  • Medicine,
  • Dentistry and Health Sciences;
  • Natural and Agricultural Sciences.
 
SEP Application
Restrictions for Exchange Students

Exchange students are allowed to take courses from different Faculties.

Please refer to the Other Links section for relevant links to course information for course restrictions.

NUS Application Deadline

Please check with your SEP Administrator in the Dean’s Office for actual dates.
 
Accommodation
Housing Options

On-campus accommodation: 

There are five residential colleges affiliated with UWA. All five colleges are situated in pleasant surroundings across the road from the university. Some of them have relations to certain churches but applications are considered irrespective of religion.

Off-campus accommodation: 

The University's Housing Office can provide information on other accommodation options for students. Options include shared accommodation, private board and homestay. Fees cost about AUD$950 per month, excluding bond fees of about 5 weeks rent.

Please refer to the Other Links section for the relevant links to university accommodation.
 
Visa & Insurance
Consular/Visa Regulations

Exchange students must enter Australia with a sub-class 575 non-award student visa and not a tourist visa. Before they can for a visa students will need a letter of offer from the University and a Certificate of Enrolment (CoE).

Health/Medical Insurance

All international students studying in Australia are required to purchase an approved Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) policy. OSHC is a condition of the Overseas Student Visa issued by the Australian Immigration authorities. The cost is approximately AUD$210 for 6 months and AUD$385 for 12 months. OSHC can be purchased through the university.

Please refer to the Other Links Section for the relevant links to the University’s insurance policies.

 
Additional Information
Useful Links
 
More Questions?
 

Module Mapping, Course Selections & Application

Please check with your SEP Administrator/Coordinator in the Dean's Office.

 

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