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University of Western Australia

Ranking, international fees, entry rules for Bangladeshi qualifications, intakes, scholarships and living costs, checked against UWA’s own pages.

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Last updated 4 October 2026Figures checked against official sources, listed at the end

University of Western Australia: highlights

The University of Western Australia is in Perth and ranks joint 77th in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Bangladeshi applicants should note one thing first: Bangladesh is not on UWA’s list of accepted overseas school qualifications.

  • After HSC: Bangladesh is not listed on UWA’s page of accepted international and overseas school qualifications. Expect to need a foundation programme, A levels or the IB, and ask UWA to confirm your route before you apply.
  • For a master’s Coursework master’s degrees ask for a recognised bachelor’s degree at the grade each course sets. Check the course page for the minimum average.:
  • Tuition: Not shown on the course page; use UWA’s fee calculator
  • Scholarship: See UWA’s scholarships pages.
  • Intakes: Two intakes: Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July).

Key facts

1911Founded
Public, Group of EightUniversity
=77QS World University Rankings 2027
IELTS 6.5No band below 6.0
3 yearsBachelor of Science length
Feb and JulyIntakes

UWA’s campus is at Crawley, beside the Swan River. Perth is on Australia’s west coast, closer to South and South-East Asia than the eastern cities.

UWA rankings

RankingPosition
QS World University Rankings 2027=77 in the world

Courses and fees

UWA’s Computer Science page had no current fee when we checked and sends applicants to its fee calculator.

CourseLengthInternational fee
Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)3 years; 4 with honoursUse UWA’s fee calculator

Do not rely on older figures from other websites. Use the calculator for your year of entry.

Admission requirements for Bangladeshi students

Your qualification or levelWhat UWA asks for
HSCBangladesh is not listed on UWA’s page of accepted international and overseas school qualifications. Expect to need a foundation programme, A levels or the IB, and ask UWA to confirm your route before you apply.
A levels or IBAccepted for direct entry at the score each course sets
PathwayA foundation programme such as UWA College, if your school qualification is not accepted
Master’s Coursework master’s degrees ask for a recognised bachelor’s degree at the grade each course sets. Check the course page for the minimum average.

English language scores

Test or courseMinimum
IELTS6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0

UWA: yearly intakes

UWA has two intakes a year.

IntakeClasses startApply byOpen for
Semester 1FebruaryApply at least 3 to 4 months before, to leave time for the visaAll courses
Semester 2JulyApply at least 3 to 4 months beforeMany courses, including Computer Science

Confirm your entry route with UWA before you pay an application fee or a deposit.

How to apply

  1. Confirm your entry route

    Ask UWA which pathway it accepts from the HSC.

  2. Apply online or through a registered agent

    Upload transcripts and your English result.

  3. Accept your offer

    Pay the deposit and arrange Overseas Student Health Cover to receive your Confirmation of Enrolment.

  4. Apply for the Student visa (subclass 500)

    The visa fee is AUD 2,500. You show tuition, travel and AUD 29,710 in living costs for the first 12 months.

Scholarships for Bangladeshi students

UWA scholarships for international students

University of Western Australia

Levels
Bachelor’s and master’s
Based on
Academic merit
Apply
See each award
Deadlines
Vary by award

UWA lists its international awards on its scholarships pages. Check which apply to students from Bangladesh.

View on official site ↗

Australia Awards Scholarships for Bangladesh are the main fully funded option for a master’s. The next round opens in early 2027.

Living costs in Perth

Perth is usually cheaper than Sydney or Melbourne for rent.

For the visa, Home Affairs uses a living-cost figure of AUD 29,710 a year for one student, on top of tuition and travel. The visa fee is AUD 2,500.

What one year costs in total

Add the fee from UWA’s calculator to the AUD 29,710 living-cost figure used for the visa to get your first-year total.

Work and careers after UWA

Reputation

  • =77 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
  • A Group of Eight university on Australia’s west coast.

Work while you study

  • Up to 48 hours a fortnight during study periods on a Student visa.
  • Unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks.

Stay after graduating

  • The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) gives 2 years after a bachelor’s or coursework master’s.
  • It gives 3 years after a research master’s or PhD.

UWA: FAQs

Can I get into UWA with HSC?

Bangladesh is not listed on UWA’s page of accepted international and overseas school qualifications. Expect to need a foundation programme, A levels or the IB, and ask UWA to confirm your route before you apply.

How much does UWA cost for international students?

UWA’s Computer Science page showed no current fee when we checked. Use UWA’s fee calculator for your course and year.

What do I need for a master’s at UWA?

Coursework master’s degrees ask for a recognised bachelor’s degree at the grade each course sets. Check the course page for the minimum average.

When are the intakes at UWA?

Semester 1 in February and Semester 2 in July.

Are there scholarships for Bangladeshi students at UWA?

UWA lists its international awards on its scholarships pages. Check the eligibility of each for Bangladesh.

What IELTS score does UWA need?

For Computer Science, a minimum overall IELTS of 6.5 with no band below 6.0.

Plan the rest

Official sources

These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.

About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources listed above and last checked on 4 October 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.