How to apply as an international student

We're excited to welcome you to our world top 100 university (QS 2027) 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.

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How to apply

Begin your application with our easy step-by-step guide.

Choose your course

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:

Admission requirements including any additional requirements such as admissions tests and interviews.
Certain courses (such as medicine and other health courses) may also contain inherent requirements that you must meet during your course of study. These requirements will be listed on the course page where relevant.
The fees and expenses you will incur when you study at UWA.
Some courses have earlier closing dates and will be listed on the relevant course pages.

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Find a course

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.

Check entry requirements

To be eligible for entry into UWA, you will need to demonstrate that you:

Meet our English language requirements. Please note that some courses may have higher English language requirements.
Meet any prerequisites for your course. For undergraduate students, some majors have certain prerequisites which must be met before you can receive an offer. Check individual major pages for more information.
Have studied or completed a recognised qualification to meet our academic requirements.

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Prepare your supporting documents and finances

Supporting documentation

You’ll need to prepare the following supporting documents for your application:

A copy of your academic results
A copy of your English test results
A copy of your passport
Any additional documentation required for your chosen course

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.

Apply online

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:

Admissions will contact you to process your application. You can upload any additional documentation to your application via the applicant portal.
If you have applied for a course that requires an interview, Admissions will contact you close to the interview period.
If you have elected to be considered for any credit or advanced standing, this will be reviewed by the Admissions team. This does not preclude you from applying for additional advanced standing after enrolment.

Information supplied to the University’s application system is collected and stored in line with the UWA Privacy Statement.

Accept your offer

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.

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Next steps

You're required to make your own travel and student visa arrangements. UWA's overseas representatives can help with these arrangements if you need any additional advice or assistance. In some countries, student visas can be obtained electronically.

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Important dates

You can apply to UWA up to two years before your intended start date. Please note that some courses may not be available to international students. For detailed information, refer to your chosen course page.

Application dates

Domestic and onshore

	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

All other countries

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
Algeria
Angola
Armenia
Azerbaijan
Bangladesh
Benin
Bhutan
Botswana
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cabo Verde
Cambodia
Cameroon
Central African Republic
Chad
Comoros
Congo, Democratic Republic of
Congo, Republic of
Cote d'Ivoire
Djibouti
Egypt
Equatorial Guinea
Eritrea
Ethiopia
Gabon
Gambia
Georgia
Ghana
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
India
Iran
Iraq
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Korea, Democratic People's Republic of (North)
Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Lebanon
Liberia
Libya
Malawi
Mali
Mauritania
Mongolia
Morocco
Mozambique
Myanmar
Namibia
Nepal
Niger
Nigeria
Pakistan

Palestine
Philippines
Rwanda
Sao Tome and Principe
Senegal
Sierra Leone
Somalia
South Sudan
Sri Lanka
Sudan
Syria
Tajikistan
Tanzania
Togo
Tunisia
Turkmenistan
Uganda
Uzbekistan
Vietnam
Western Sahara
Yemen
Zambia
Zimbabwe

29 December 2025

11 May 2026

28 December 2026

24 May 2027

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