Begin your application with our easy step-by-step guide.
We're excited to welcome you to our world top 100 university (QS 2026) in the vibrant city of Perth, Western Australia. Follow our general guide on how to apply as an international student for undergraduate or postgraduate courses. If you are an international student who would like to apply through an agent, find an authorised agent near you.
Choosing what to study is a personal choice and we’d encourage you to select what interests you.
When choosing your course, you should consider the following:
Once you’ve decided on what course you’d like to apply for, note the course name and code for your application. You can find this on the course page under course details.
To be eligible for entry into UWA, you will need to demonstrate that you:
Supporting documentation
You’ll need to prepare the following supporting documents for your application:
Please ensure that all scanned documents are clear, easy to read and in full colour.
Finances
It’s important to have considered the fees and expenses you will incur when you study at UWA. Please ensure you have reviewed the tuition fees and any ancillary fees prior to applying. If you are moving to Perth to study, you will also need to review the cost of living.
International students applying directly to UWA and agents applying on behalf of students to study at UWA will need to pay a non-refundable fee of $150. The application will not be processed until the Application Fee has been charged successfully.
Scholarships
UWA offers a wide range of scholarships to international students from across the globe including the Global Excellence Scholarship. When you submit an application to study with us, you'll be automatically considered for a Global Excellence Scholarship. This significant scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate and postgraduate students, from selected countries, who apply for particular courses at the University. Some scholarships may require a separate application.
Once you’ve prepared for your application, you can apply direct online through the UWA Application Portal or through an agent. Our global network of agents can help with your application to UWA, provide advice on life in Perth, as well as assist with obtaining a visa.
Once you’ve applied, you can track the progress of your application in the UWA Application Portal.
If additional information is required:
Information supplied to the University’s application system is collected and stored in line with the UWA Privacy Statement.
You'll receive the outcome of your application via email. If your application is successful, you'll receive an offer letter or a conditional offer letter if more steps are required via email. Your initial offer letter will include a link to explore UWA accommodation options. We recommend starting your research and applying early, as spots are in high demand.
To respond to your offer, you can log in to UWA Apply or click the 'accept' button in your offer letter email. You may be required to submit scans or clear photographs of any requested documents, agree to the terms and conditions of studying at UWA and then make your first payment. Please note that all offers have an acceptance expiry date listed. If you do not accept by this date your offer will lapse.
| 2026 | 2027 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apply for Semester 1 by | Apply for Semester 2 by | Apply for Semester 1 by | Apply for Semester 2 by | |
| Domestic and onshore | 20 February 2026 | 17 July 2026 | 19 February 2027 | 16 July 2027 |
Dates are subject to change without notice and some courses have different application date requirements.
| 2026 | 2027 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apply for Semester 1 by | Apply for Semester 2 by | Apply for Semester 1 by | Apply for Semester 2 by | |
| All other countries | 19 January 2026 | 8 June 2026 | 11 January 2027 | 7 June 2027 |
Afghanistan Palestine | 29 December 2025 | 11 May 2026 | 28 December 2026 | 24 May 2027 |
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