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Western Sydney University / CU Exchange

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Western Sydney University (WSU) is a modern and progressive university offering programs in more than 100 different study areas. Western Sydney University has a contemporary approach to study, work and innovation. We combine academic study with practical experience to deliver useful courses to help drive you towards your career goals.

Take advantage of the services Western Sydney offers, like the International Academic Preparation Program. It is especially designed for new international students and will assist you in your transition to the Australian university setting.

Choose units in your major taught by people with extensive experience and expertise in their field. Also take a unit on Australia to fully appreciate your home country for the next few months. Units like 'Australian Art', 'Indigenous Australia', or 'Foundations of Modern Australia' will give you insight that local people might not have!

Finally, have a great time! Sydney's delights are on your doorstep and there is also plenty to do in western Sydney. Go skydiving, explore historic regions, try bush tucker at the Muru Mittigar Cultural Centre, see a sporting event like Aussie Rules and Cricket, or savour the delights of multicultural Sydney through its food.

 

  • Western Sydney Video WSU

Outgoing Program Information  
Fall, Spring
March 01, 2024, 12:00 am
March 31, 2024, 11:59 pm

You must first complete the Clarkson Application through CU Global. If this is your FIRST CHOICE Program you will apply to this program. Within the application, you will be able to select your SECOND and THIRD CHOICE Programs from a dropdown list.

Once accepted to a program, your nomination will be sent to our partner program. You will complete the partner application by their deadlines. There should be no reason for you to be denied acceptance provided you complete their application steps on time.

Steps in the Process:
• Research prospective Programs
• Attend International Opportunities Fair
• Study Abroad 101 and 102 Info Sessions
• Travel Tuesday sessions for programs of interest.
• Meet with Study Abroad Advisor and Academic Advisor
• Apply to Clarkson by the Application Deadline
• Interview with International Office
• Acceptance to Program
• Apply to Program you're accepted for Abroad
https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/international/applying/how-to-apply/study-abroad

Have you ever thought about studying abroad in Australia? YouTube Video

Your field of study will determine which campus you will study on.

WHICH CAMPUS should I choose? 

Western Sydney University is a multi-site university with campuses spread across Greater Western Sydney. Our study abroad program runs across five Sydney-based campuses located in a range of geographically and culturally-diverse regions of the city. Our campuses are well-connected by free shuttles to local transportation hubs.

Parramatta and Parramatta City campuses have two sites, a heritage-listed parkland style campus in Rydalmere on the banks of the Parramatta River and city-based urban campus in the centre of Parramatta's lifestyle and business district. Parramatta is the vibrant new urban 'heart' of Sydney, with Australia's most multicultural community population, located about 35 minutes by train from Sydney's downtown.

Penrith campus is located on the bushland western edge of the Sydney metropolitan area, at the foot of the Blue Mountains near the Nepean River. The 158-hectare vibrant campus has two sites in the suburbs of Kingswood and Werrington, located about 75 minutes by train from Sydney's downtown.

Bankstown campus is located on 22 hectares in the southwestern suburb of Milperra. It's a friendly environment that intersperses spacious University buildings amongst gardens landscaped with beautiful Australian native plants, located about 35 minutes by train from Sydney's downtown.

Liverpool City campus is our brand new, state-of-the-art city-based urban campus in southwestern Sydney. Its shopping, transport options, cafes and restaurants are abundant and student facilities both brand-new and cutting edge.

Campbelltown campus is located on a beautiful semi-rural campus at the southwestern edge of Sydney in the suburb of Macarthur. Campbelltown has easy access to the iconic and heritage Southern Highlands and is the closest campus to Australia's national capital, Canberra. It is located about 60 minutes by train from Sydney's downtown.

Hawkesbury campus, the largest and most 'farmland' style campus of the University, is located on 1,300 hectares in northwestern Sydney near the outer Sydney suburb of Richmond, adjacent to the Blue Mountains and located about 80 minutes by train from Sydney's downtown.
Biology, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Communication, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering & Management, Environmental Health Science, Liberal Studies, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology, Social Sciences

Academic Calendar

Academic Information: Click here

Handbook for subjects (classes) 

You can search for classes by level, school, or semester

SPRING (Jul-Nov) FALL (Feb-June)

You must enroll in 3 - 4 units per semester to be full time.  Be sure you will get enough Clarkson credits to make you a full time student (12 credits).  

You may cross register between campuses. 

Academic Calendar

Western Sydney University Fact Sheet

Application Information is through their on-line portal. Once you register you can save and submit your application at any time.

How Uni Works This section take the mystery and confusion out of starting uni by taking you through how things work and giving you a glimpse of what to expect. Keep in mind this is for the full time enrolled student but most things will be the same and will help you!

What you need to know before you arrive: Click here

Application Instructions for Exchange Students

Both on campus accommodation and off campus accommodation are available. Click here for more information

Visa must be obtained prior to entry.

The Australian student visa requirements are administered by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP). We advise students to check the DIBP website for the most up to date information relating language proficiency documentation and visa application requirements.

For further visa and immigration, we direct you to the following web links:
DIBP immigration information for students
Student visa (subclass 500 - Non-Award Sector) Cost $1600 AUD (about $1075 USD)

Australia Student Visa Online Guide (credit to Arcadia University)

To be granted a student visa, applicants must be a genuine temporary entrant. This means they must have a genuine intention to stay in Australia temporarily. For this question, you should provide a written statement explaining:

 

  • reasons for your choice of course
  • reasons for your choice of education provider
  • reasons for your choice to study in Australia
  • what benefit you believe your study will have for your future career plans
  • what ties you have to your home country i.e. you will be returning to complete your course in your home country.

 

Students must be fully vaccinated to enter Australia. 

Health Insurance informaiton: Click here  You must purchase Overseas Health Coverage (OSHC) for the time you will be in Australia in order to obtain your visa.

Partner Dates and Deadlines 
Semester 2 / Spring Session (July 20 - Nov 15 2020)
Semester 1 / Autumn Session (end-February - June)
April 30
October 30

Global Scope Program 

LOOKING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE THE AUSTRALIAN WORKPLACE BUT DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START?
WSU will be providing four opportunities throughout 2019 for up to 60 international and domestic participants per program session to be part of a unique opportunity to work on a business project with a NSW Government Agency, NGO or private enterprise. In a multi-disciplined team of WSU students, you will create options to address real-world projects, meet with the project client once a week, be mentored by industry mentors, enhance your business capabilities, build career skills and expand your professional network.

This program will combine some online learning with a two hour workshop, 3 - 4 meetings with professionals (clients and industry mentors). Projects last for 3 weeks and students are expected to contribute 50 hours in total. Note that this will be in addition to your regular study load.

Program Provider

Clarkson University

Partner Institution

http://www.westernsydney.edu.au/
UWS 37,000 / Clarkson 3,400