State & Territory • WA
Study in Western Australia
Capital: Perth • Australia
100% Regional Study Area (+1-2 Yrs Visa)
Western Australia combines a strong economy with world-class education. Because all of WA (including Perth) is regional, international students gain significant visa advantages.
Institutions
104
Registered providers
CRICOS Courses
2,113
Approved programs
Student Capacity
111,870
Total enrollment capacity
Average Total Fee
$78,844
Across all qualifications
Post-Study Work Visa Advantage
Regional Migration Pathways in Western Australia
The entire state of Western Australia (including capital city Perth) is classified as a Designated Regional Area (Category 2), entitling university graduates to an additional 1-year Post-Study Work Visa (485) and regional migration points.
Top Universities & Colleges in Western Australia
Showing top 15 institutions| Institution Name | Location | CRICOS Courses | Campus Type | Explore |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtin University CRICOS: 00301J • Government | PERTH (6845) | 356 courses | Regional Campus (+2 Yrs 485 Visa) | View → |
| The University of Western Australia (UWA) CRICOS: 00126G • Government | CRAWLEY (6009) | 323 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| Murdoch University (Murdoch) CRICOS: 00125J • Government | MURDOCH (6150) | 263 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| Edith Cowan University CRICOS: 00279B • Government | JOONDALUP (6027) | 170 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| The University of Notre Dame Australia CRICOS: 01032F • Private | FREMANTLE (6959) | 133 courses | Regional Campus (+2 Yrs 485 Visa) | View → |
| Department of Training and Workforce Development CRICOS: 00020G • Government | Osborne Park Delivery Centre (6916) | 102 courses | Regional Campus (+2 Yrs 485 Visa) | View → |
| Kingston International College Pty Ltd CRICOS: 02543G • Private | HIGHGATE (6003) | 28 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| West Australian Institute of Further Studies Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03188C • Private | Perth (6000) | 28 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| Stanley International College Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03047E • Private | West Perth (6005) | 27 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| Dynamic Education Group Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03425F • Private | PERTH (6000) | 27 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| Australian Association of Education and Research Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03402B • Private | Perth (6831) | 26 courses | Regional Campus (+2 Yrs 485 Visa) | View → |
| GLOBAL COLLEGE AUSTRALASIA PTY. LTD. CRICOS: 03564F • Private | East Perth (6004) | 24 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| A.I.W.T. Pty. Ltd. CRICOS: 02645B • Private | West Perth (6005) | 22 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| Perth Technical College Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03437B • Private | Perth (6000) | 21 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
| Highgate International College Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03927F • Private | PERTH (6000) | 18 courses | Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa) | View → |
Tuition Fees by Qualification Level
Estimated average total course cost and available accredited courses in Western Australia.
| Qualification Level | Courses | Work Placement | Average Estimated Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor Degree | 410 | 158 courses | $151,850 |
| Masters Degree (Coursework) | 289 | 76 courses | $84,995 |
| Diploma | 240 | 64 courses | $22,360 |
| Certificate III | 161 | 70 courses | $17,593 |
| Graduate Diploma | 122 | 9 courses | $38,032 |
| Certificate IV | 121 | 29 courses | $14,261 |
| Masters Degree (Research) | 119 | 6 courses | $85,268 |
| Doctoral Degree | 113 | 8 courses | $166,086 |
| Advanced Diploma | 109 | 5 courses | $21,626 |
| Non AQF Award | 108 | 1 courses | $17,382 |
| Bachelor Honours Degree | 105 | 38 courses | $108,679 |
| Graduate Certificate | 89 | 4 courses | $22,244 |
| Senior Secondary Certificate of Education | 36 | — | $92,656 |
| Primary School Studies | 34 | — | $180,640 |
| Junior Secondary Studies | 32 | — | $168,616 |
| Masters Degree (Extended) | 12 | 11 courses | $295,421 |
| Certificate II | 6 | — | $3,537 |
| Vocational Short Course | 5 | — | $772 |
| Associate Degree | 2 | 2 courses | $52,725 |
Study Locations in Western Australia
PerthFremantleJoondalupBunburyAlbanyKalgoorlie
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The entire state of Western Australia (including Perth) is officially classified as a Designated Regional Area. International graduates from universities in Western Australia qualify for 1 to 2 additional years on the Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) and an extra 5 points towards Australian Permanent Residency.