Western Sydney University

Western Sydney University offers various courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It offers a range of study abroad options with the study areas Arts and Humanities, Cultural Studies, Social Sciences, Computing and Entrepreneurial Business and Management. A few of the courses offered at the Western Sydney University, Sydney City campus are:·         Bachelor of Accounting·         Bachelor of Business·         MBA·         Bachelor of Engineering·         Bachelor of Health Science·         Bachelor of Communication

Some of the notable alumni of Western Sydney University are:AlumniKnown ForDurga Shanker MishraDurga Shanker Mishra is a retired 1984-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre.Yvonne StrahovskiAustralian actress. She is known for roles as Sarah Walker in the spy comedy-drama series Chuck (2007–2012)Joel EdgertonAustralian actor and filmmaker. He is known for his portrayal of Will McGill in the first two seasons of the Australian drama series The Secret Life of UsDavid WenhamAustralian actor who has appeared in film, television, and theatre. He is known for his roles as Faramir in The Lord of the Rings film trilogyNathaniel BuzolicAustralian actor. He was the host of Nine Network's late-night television quiz show The Mint, and had a regular role on the BBC soap opera Out of the Blue (2008)

Western Sydney University is among the top ranking universities in the world. With many courses listed in top 200 courses in the QS Rankings 2025, the university is highly popular among the international students. Some of the PG courses along with the first year tuition fees is given below:Courses1st Year Tuition FeesMS (12 courses)INR 16 L - 20 LMBA/PGDM (13 courses)INR 18 L - 20 LMIM (11 courses)INR 18 L - 20 LLL.B. (15 courses)INR 12 L - 21 LMEng (8 courses)INR 17 L - 20 LPG Diploma (15 courses)INR 8 L - 21 LMD Certificate (11 courses)INR 8 L - 18 LMD (1 course)INR 42 LMSN (2 courses)INR 17 LMPH (1 course)INR 18 LOthers PG (3 courses)INR 12 L - 17 LLL.B. (5 courses)INR 17 L - 19 LLL.M. (1 course)INR 19 LExecutive MBA/PGDM (1 course)INR 22 L

Comparing the cost of attending Illawarra Institute (TAFE NSW) and Western Sydney University (WSU) involves considering several factors:Tuition Fees: TAFE NSW generally offers vocational education and training (VET) courses, which tend to have lower tuition fees compared to university programs. However, the specific fees can vary depending on the course and duration of study.Course Duration: TAFE NSW courses are typically shorter in duration compared to university degrees, which can affect the overall cost.Living Expenses: The cost of living in Illawarra (where Illawarra Institute is located) versus Western Sydney (where WSU campuses are situated) can differ. Factors like accommodation, transportation, and daily expenses can influence overall living costs.Scholarships and Financial Aid: Both institutions may offer scholarships and financial assistance to eligible students, which can help offset costs.In general, TAFE NSW programs may be more cost-effective in terms of tuition fees, but the overall cost can vary based on individual circumstances and course choices. It's advisable to compare specific programme fees and living expenses to make an informed decision.

No, Western Sydney University and Western Australia University are not the same universities. Both the Western Sydney University and Western Australia University are public research universities. Western University is a highly-ranked public university which first began its operations in January 1989 being under the terms of the University of Western Sydney Act. The University is located in Western Sydney, which is one of the nation’s third the largest economy and one of the fastest growing population in Australia.  Western Australia University has more than 25,000 students out of which 4,000+ are international students from more than 100 countries around the world. UWA is a member of Go8, i.e., Group of Eight members, which is Australia’s best research-intensive university.

The weekly ongoing accommodation expenses at Western Sydney University, Sydney City Campus depends on the type of accommodation: on and off campus. On-campus accommodation costs can be found at Campuslivingvillages.com. Whereas, off-campus accommodation for a two-bedroom apartment in Parramatta costs around AUD 500 – AUD 700 to rent. Check the weekly expenses of a WSU Sydney City campus student from the table given below:ParticularsExpensesAccommodationAUD 406 – AUD 910Electricity, gas, waterAUD 35 – AUD 140Phone calls and internetAUD 20 – AUD 200GroceriesAUD 80 – AUD 180Public transport faresAUD 30 – AUD 60+Stationery / photocopyingAUD 15Personal items, entertainment, etc.AUD 80+