About the University

Founded with a mission to ‘advance the prosperity and welfare of our communities’, The University of Western Australia opened in 1913 and belongs to the country’s prestigious Group of Eight universities.

The UWA coat of arms proudly display a maali, or black swan; this large, native bird is the state emblem of Western Australia and carries a spiritual significance in the traditional histories of many Australian Aboriginal peoples across southern Australia.

Today, more than 28,000 students are enrolled at UWA from 115 countries. A leading global university, renowned for excellence in education and research, UWA’s well-respected schools lead advancements in their fields, shaping future leaders and driving discovery across disciplines from arts to science, business to engineering, and much more.

 

Nestled on the Swan River and conveniently located minutes from the Perth Central Business District, the University’s sunny and picturesque main campus has a wide range of facilities which provide students with the chance to engage in real-life learning environments that emulate on-the-job training.

EZONE UWA provides an unparalleled student experience for engineering and mathematical science students, the Rosemarie Nathanson Financial Markets Trading Room at UWA Business School is a state-of-the-art trading and analysis centre, where users can gain access to real-time data from more than 400 global markets and The Cullity Gallery is a unique venue showcasing innovative works in visual arts, architecture, landscape architecture and design.

Other world-class facilities for students include the Clinical Training and Evaluation Centre, Callaway Music Auditorium, Reid Library, J. Robin Warren Library and Bayliss Building.

A global Top 100 university, UWA is ranked #77 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025).

 

How to Apply

Upon completing the NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies, students are welcome to apply to undergraduate degrees at The University of Western Australia*.

 

Rebecca Bewley, Head of Partnerships at NCC Education, says “I am delighted that NCC Education students are now eligible to apply to study undergraduate courses at this global Top 100 university. I am sure that The University of Western Australia will be seen as an exciting opportunity for many students in our network.”

 

Ruth Kastrati, International Relationships Manager: Latin America, Europe and Central Asia at UWA, comments “As one of Australia’s top universities, and the only QS Top 100 ranked university in Western Australia, UWA is excited to welcome students coming via the NCC International Foundation Diploma into a broad range of undergraduate programs. UWA equips students with communication and critical thinking skills to the highest international standards, and to have a broad, global perspective. Our industry-integrated degrees and global network prepare graduates for the ever-changing world.”

*Offers will be made on a case-by-case basis, subject to minimum entry requirements and availability.

 

For more information, please contact The University of Western Australia:

Tel: +61 8 6488 1000

Enquiry Form: askUWA – Enquiry form

Website: www.uwa.edu.au

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