- Perth, Australia
UWA is one of the best universities in the world and one of
Australia's top research universities.
Famous for its strong engineering and science programs, UWA offers
almost every kind of major.
The university is located about 10 minutes from Perth, along a river,
and about 10 minutes from its most famous beach. The coastline is one
of the cleanest and most pristine in the world. An attractive city of
about two million, it has become one of the most diverse in the world
due the region's booming economy. Oil, gas and mining are important in
the northern part of its region which is about four times the size of
Texas. The mild climate makes it possible to enjoy the outdoors all
year around.
Area(s) of Study
- Accounting
- Communication
- History
- Mathematics
- Ancient History And Classical
- Communication Studies
- Humanities
- Mechanical Engineering
- Anthropology
- Computational Science, Enginee
- International Relations And Gl
- Medieval Studies
- Architectural Engineering
- Economics
- Italian
- Molecular Biology
- Architecture
- Energy And Earth Resources
- Italian Civilization
- Music
- Art History
- Engineering Studies
- Japanese
- Natural Sciences
- Asian Studies
- English
- Kinesiology
- Petroleum And Geosystems Engin
- Biochemistry
- Environmental Science
- Landscape Architecture
- Philosophy
- Biology
- European Studies
- Law
- Physics
- Business Administration
- Finance
- Liberal Arts
- Psychology
- Chemical Engineering
- French
- Linguistics
- Public Health
- Chemistry
- French Civilization
- Management
- Social Science
- Chinese
- General Engineering
- Marine Science
- Sociology
- Civil Engineering
- German
- Marketing
- Statistics
- Classical Civilization
- Health Education
2 Programs Available for UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Sponsored by UT Austin - a University-wide Exchange
Academic Information
This university's academic structure is based on a modular course system, understanding of content area required. Click the link below more about course structure and options.
Faculty
Courses taught by local faculty. Students have fewer contact hours with professors than they would have in the U.S. Students are expected to do extensive research and reading outside of class. High rankings across multiple areas.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Recommended 3.0 GPA and junior standing.
- Minimum 2.7 GPA with petition to UWS.
- Minimum of 45 hours completed at time of departure.
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - Yes
Housing
UWA has 5 dormitories for students to choose from. Dorms are co-ed with single bedrooms, a shared bathroom, computer rooms and common rooms, plus 2-3 meal/day. For students who live off-campus, the Housing Office provides free assistance with arranging accommodation, but students should apply early.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Students pay a one-time $75 application fee, a $500 Exchange fee and regular UT tuition for abroad. Students are responsible for airfare, passport/housing, local transportation, and general costs of living. Financial aid and scholarships may be used.
Dates:
- Program: February 17, 2026 to June 15, 2026
- Instructional: February 24, 2026 to June 14, 2026
- Final Deadline: October 1, 2025
- Program: July 13, 2026 to November 8, 2026
- Instructional: July 20, 2026 to October 16, 2026
- Final Deadline: March 16, 2026
Application Code
090019
Program Coordinator
Jane Thiele
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Brochure
Video
Information Session
Exchange Partner Information
Events Calendar
Video
Video
Next Step
1) View advising videos Explore: Education Abroad 101 and Explore regional. Attend a live Q&A with questions. 2) View Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link! Videos and Q&A: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising.
Sponsored by Cockrell School of Engineering
Academic Information
The university has an innovative and unique degree plan design which allows for an interdisciplinary exploration of engineering. Students are expected to be be internally motivated to study on their own and do extensive research.
Faculty
Students enroll for a total of 12 credits to be taken at the partner university with partner university students plus a required 1 hour online course offered to engineering exchange students, ES 177, Cultural Analysis for Global Professionals. ES 177 carries the Global Cultures Flag.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Students with 3.0 GPA and above
- 2 semesters at UT Austin required prior to departure so you can
- apply during your first year at UT
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - Yes
Housing
Excellent on-campus residences for exchange students. Apply early! Excellent orientation upon arrival. UWA has 6 dormitories for students to choose from. Dorms are co-ed and bedrooms, a shared bathroom, computer rooms and common rooms.
Open To
Cockrell School of Engineering
Program Cost
Students pay a $75 application fee, $500 exchange fee, and regular UT tuition for semester abroad. Students responsible for own airfare, mandatory health insurance (for UWA and UT Austin), passport/VISA, housing, food transportation, and other costs of living. UT Austin Financial aid and most scholarships apply to this exchange.
Dates:
- Program: February 22, 2027 to May 21, 2027
- Instructional: February 22, 2027 to May 21, 2027
- Priority Deadline: March 2, 2026
- Final Deadline: October 1, 2026
- Program: July 28, 2026 to November 28, 2026
- Instructional: July 28, 2026 to November 28, 2026
- Priority Deadline: March 1, 2026
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2026
Application Code
140006
Program Coordinator
Naomi Valdez
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Instagram
Information Session
Next Step
Meet with your academic advisor and discuss your degree plan and IDA. Attend a Semester Exchange Info Session with IEE Program Coordinator and Complete the Study Abroad Research Sheet. Meet with the International Engineering Education Program Coordinator, Naomi Valdez, to have your MyAbroad application opened.