Western Sydney University (UWS)

University Overview
Western Sydney University is the new name of the old University of Western Sydney which was launched on the 30th August 2015. At the time of launch it was still using the initialism 'UWS'. The old name might appear throughout our network until all instances of it have been found and updated.

Undergraduate
Undergraduate programs at UWS aim to give students the edge in their chosen career. Special programs are in place linking students to industry and employers, as well as international study opportunities. To support undergraduate students through their studies, a range of university scholarships are available. Students who have a suitable academic record for previous studies can apply for honours degree.

Postgraduate
Postgraduate programs at UWS places a strong emphasis on professional accreditation so that students can graduate with usable and marketable qualifications. Postgraduate students can choose from a wide variety of study areas such as arts and humanities, engineering and built environment, health science, information technology and computing, nursing and midwifery, psychology, science and social science.

Study Online
Study online courses are offered at UWS with course areas in advanced networking, business, communication, computing, design, education, law, maths, nursing, science and social science. External students are supported through online orientations, assignment assistance, virtual classrooms, study groups, social networks and access to an online community.

International Students
Moving to a new country to study is both exciting and challenging. The University of Western Sydney has everything in place to help overseas students adjust to their new life. Starting with its pre-departure support service, students are thoroughly prepared before they come to Australia. For students who wish to bring family members along, the university also offers advice on this matter.

Student Reviews
UWS student reviews show how much students appreciate their lecturers and tutors. According to students, the faculty staff are very helpful and friendly and that they always assisted students who are having problems academically or with regards to personal matters.