Studying in Queensland

Diverse in its natural and cultural charms, Western Australia is not only Australia’s largest state, but a beacon for those passionate about life, travel, studying and career opportunities.

Perth (population 1.4 million), the capital of Western Australia, is one of the most isolated cities in the world but abounds in world class amenities, recreational activities, restaurants and cafes, and basks in brilliant sunshine and postcard-perfect beaches, oceans views, and scenic landmarks like the Swan River and Kings Park.

In WA, overseas students have access to several prestigious, internationally recognised institutions; of those, the University of Western Australia (UWA), is perhaps the most lustrous, established in 1911 as the state’s first university.

As a proud member of  Australia’s prestigious research-focused ‘Group of Eight’, UWA consistently thrills in the fields of science, law, geology, botany, English and the arts. Add to that an active social calendar inclusive of all students, local and international, and a campus at home on the leisurely riverside, only minutes from downtown Perth, and you have an intercollegiate lifestyle to rival the best.

Curtin University of Technology’s ‘resume’ is likewise impressive: around 36,000 students spread out over nine campuses, including 14,000 overseas students from over a 100 countries. Curtin motivates through innovation, and offers over 860 courses across disciplines as Business, Humanities, Science & Computing, Health Sciences, Engineering and Resources & Environment. The University is well equipped to cater to prospective international students with established facilities, housing services, academic preparation programs and international student associations, to name a few.

Western Australia’s other noteworthy universities include Edith Cowan University (ECU), a modern and forward thinking institution popular with media, communications and performing and visual arts students.

Murdoch University, with its youthful and kinetic environment, is  a popular choice with journalism, media and communications, and law students, who can utilise an electronic Moot Court. Murdoch can also claim to be the only university in Australia to have a veterinary farm, hospital and emergency clinic on campus.

Last but not least is Notre Dame University, a uniquely laid out, European style campus and an integral feature of the Fremantle port city charm offering a quality balance of courses and lifestyle.

Offering a vast landscape to explore, and activities and attractions to match, Western Australia and its esteemed educational institutions are a brilliant choice for overseas students keen on getting the most from their time and money.