Study Abroad Program at the University of Western Australia

About the University of Western Australia in Perth

What UWA has to offer
• One of the country’s leading universities, with an international reputation for academic excellence
• A friendly, beautiful campus with open courtyards and Mediterranean-style architecture
• Located on the banks of the Swan River, about three miles from the city center
• Well-equipped teaching, research and computing facilities, including the main Reid Library and 14 branch and departmental libraries
• Arts venues that accommodate some of the city's most celebrated cultural events
• On-campus health service, dining areas, banks, post office, pharmacy, optometrist, dentist, hair stylist, bookstore and gift shop
• An active students guild that runs on-campus food and drink outlets, organizes student entertainment and supports a full range of social, cultural and athletic clubs and societies
• Great facilities for sports and recreation, including a gymnasium, fitness center, two swimming pools, and courts for squash and tennis

Housing
• Housing is in five residential colleges adjacent to the campus, each a small community with a full schedule of social, musical and athletic activities
• Housing is on a bus route 10 minutes from the city and 10 minutes from the nearest beach
• Residential colleges have mandatory meal plans

Academics
• Vast course offerings and a hands-on approach to learning
• Students take four courses per semester

Top departments
• Music
• Fine arts
• Archaeology
• Anthropology
• Engineering
• Zoology