Studying in Perth
WA, Australia
Perth is the capital of Western Australia and one of the most isolated capital cities in the world. It shares a time zone with much of Asia, has a Mediterranean climate, and is a hub for mining, energy, and earth sciences. International student fees and cost of living are generally lower than on the east coast, and the city is designated regional for migration purposes — a meaningful advantage for post-study skilled migration.
Universities and major institutes
- University of Western Australia (Group of Eight)
- Curtin University
- Murdoch University
- Edith Cowan University
- North Metropolitan TAFE / South Metropolitan TAFE
Cost of living
Lower than Sydney or Melbourne. Share-house rent typically runs $200–$400 per week.
Migration advantage
Perth is treated as a designated regional area, which can provide additional points and pathways under the General Skilled Migration program for graduates of Perth-based courses.
Institutes in Perth
Curtin University
Perth's largest public university — strong in mining, engineering, business, and health sciences, with global campuses in Singapore, Malaysia, Mauritius, and Dubai.
University of Western Australia
Perth's Group of Eight research university, with one of the most beautiful sandstone campuses in Australia.