UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

The University of Western Australia is a member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight universities, a collaboration of top research universities in Australia.  UWA is also one of only two Australian universities to belong to the Worldwide Universities Network, a partnership of 17 research-led universities from Europe, North America and Australia. 

Since 1911 UWA has helped shaped the careers of nearly 100,000 graduates and is the destination of choice for the highest-achieving students in Western Australia.  As the state's oldest and most prestigious university, UWA offers the perfect study experience; an extraordinary combination of world-leading research, award-winning teaching and a vibrant student life, set in one of Australia’s most beautiful campuses.

Students may choose from a wide range of study opportunities including Bachelor, Masters, PhD, or shorter non-degree study programs across nine faculties.  UWA has a tradition of thinking globally and preparing its students to becoming citizens of the world.  The university has formal agreements with nearly 230 institutions including several in Canada.  To ensure its graduates remain competitive and highly qualified in a changing world, from 2012, UWA will be offering a new range of courses.  To find out more visit http://www.newcourses2012.uwa.edu.au/

Number of Full-Time Students: 21,000
Language of Instruction: English
Type of institution: Public
Setting: Urban
Scholarships offered: Academic

Website: www.studyat.uwa.edu.au