Universities in Western Australia
Western Australia's universities are almost all in Perth, anchored by the University of Western Australia and Curtin, with lower living costs than the eastern capitals.
Regional migration
The whole of Western Australia, including Perth, is a designated regional area for skilled migration. Studying anywhere in WA earns the regional study points and access to the 491 visa and WA state nomination. Check your points.
- Curtin UniversityPerth, WA · public · regionalfrom A$38,000/yrIELTS 6.0Feb & Jul intake
- Edith Cowan UniversityPerth, WA · public · regionalfrom A$30,000/yrIELTS 6.0Feb & Jul intake
- Murdoch UniversityPerth, WA · public · regionalfrom A$32,000/yrIELTS 6.0Feb & Jul intake
- South Metropolitan TAFEPerth, WA · public · regionalfrom A$18,000/yrIELTS 6.0Feb & Jul intake
- University of Notre Dame AustraliaFremantle, WA / Sydney, NSW · privatefrom A$33,000/yrIELTS 6.0Feb & Jul intake
- University of Western AustraliaPerth, WA · public · Group of Eight · regionalfrom A$42,000/yrIELTS 6.0Feb & Jul intake
Compare any of these in the comparison tool, check the application deadlines, or see the cost of living in Perth.
Universities in Western Australia: common questions
How many universities are there in Western Australia?
This directory lists 6 universities in Western Australia that enrol international students. Some multi-state universities also operate campuses here but are listed under their home state.
Does studying in Western Australia count as regional for skilled migration?
The whole of Western Australia, including Perth, is a designated regional area for skilled migration. Studying anywhere in WA earns the regional study points and access to the 491 visa and WA state nomination.
Which is the cheapest university in Western Australia?
Tuition varies by course more than by university, but the regional and newer universities are generally cheaper than the Group of Eight. Each card below shows the lowest tuition on record; the affordable-universities shortlist ranks them nationally.