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The University of Western Australia

UWA is a world top 100 university, ranked first in Western Australia for graduate employability. We encourage our students, staff and alumni to become passionate, intelligent and resourceful leaders who drive innovation and change.

About The University of Western Australia (UWA)

At The University of Western Australia, our motto, Seek Wisdom, is
at the heart of what we do. Since our beginning more than 110 years
ago, we have inspired change to shape next-generation leaders with
infinite potential. As Western Australia’s leading university, we have
actively led the conversation, bringing passion, energy, and insight -
generating remarkable, life-changing outcomes.

Today, more than 28,000 students from over 100 countries call UWA
home. UWA students join a community of passionate, intelligent and
resourceful leaders who drive innovation and change. They connect and work with leaders in education, research and industry and follow in the footsteps of more than 150,000 graduates.

We are a proud member of the internationally recognised Group of
Eight. Through our partnerships, high-impact research, innovative
courses, and commitment to student experience, UWA has achieved its status as a world top 100 university (QS 2025).

Study areas available at the institution

Click on one of the study areas below to find relevant courses.

  • Business & Management
  • Creative Arts
  • Engineering & Mathematics
  • Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences
  • IT & Computer Science
  • Law, Legal Studies & Justice
  • Medical & Health Sciences
  • Property & Built Environment
  • Sciences
  • Teaching & Education