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University of Western Australia is quite popular amongst the international students. The university proudly boasts of being the top 1% universities in the world and first in Western Australia according to THE and QS rankings. University of Melbourne has a vibrant learning environment and is considered to be number one in Australia and among top 50 universities in the world.
| University of Western Australia | University of Melbourne | |
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| Collegedunia Score | 5.5 Out of 10 | 6.7 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 77 QS World University 2026 # 153 Times Higher Education 2026 # 77 QS World University 2025 | # 19 QS World University 2026 # 37 Times Higher Education 2026 # 13 QS World University 2025 |
| Subject Strength | # 151 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025 # 111 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 # 101 for Law by QS World University 2025 | # 50 for Engineering by QS World University 2025 # 33 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025 # 25 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 |
| Programs | UG Programs -34 PG Programs -49 Doctorate Programs -2 | UG Programs -42 PG Programs -130 Doctorate Programs -9 |
| Acceptance Rate | 38.0 % | 70.0 % |
| Exam Score | Duolingo-125 IELTS-6.5 PTE-64 TOEFL-82 | IELTS-7 PTE-72 TOEFL-102 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 46300 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 49500 [For PG Program] | Average Tuition Fees 17124 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 30539 [For PG Program] |
| placement (average package) | Graduate employability ranking: #151-160, | Graduate employability ranking QS- #8. The University of Melbourne is one of the top public universities in Parkville, Australia. It is ranked #33 in QS World University Rankings 2023.
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| application requirements | Core subjects like chemistry, mathematics, English, and physics required for Indian students | Overseas Secondary School Qualifications, |
| Campuses and B-Schools | School of Business, University of Western Australia | Melbourne Business School |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.6/10 Read 10 reviews | 7.2/10 Read 58 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Western Australia | University of Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1911 | 1853 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 22:1:1 | :1 |
| Male:Female | 49% Male, 0% Female | 0% Male, 0% Female |
| Location Facts | Located between the Indian ocean and Darling ranges the main campus is bisected by Swan river, is the city of Perth where the main campus is located surrounded by leafy gardens and grand sandstone buildings | Located in the suburb of Parkville, other campuses spread across Victoria. |
| Library | Law Library, Education, fine art & architecture library, J. Robin Warren library, Barry J Marshall library are some of the university libraries. It allows one search which helps you find the resource even if it is not available with these university libraries. | Subject Specific libraries- Brownless Biomedical Library and Law Library. |
| Campus Life | Over 140 student clubs and societies, volunteering on and off-campus is offered to students, fitness is explored with fitness clubs, yoga sessions, and sports. Campus has various shops and eateries, art exhibitions, etc | Number of museums and art galleries located across the campus |
| Famous Alumni | Tim Minchin (comedian), Barry J.Marshall (Nobel laureate in Physics), Peter van Onselen (Australian author), Bob Hawk (former Australian PM), Melaine Perkins (CEO of Canva), Greta Scacchi (Actress), John Kinsella (poet). | Julia Gillard (Former Australian Prime Minister), Randeep Hooda (Actor), Germaine Greer (Author), Nicole Kidman (Actor), Rony Chieng (Comedian), Stephanie Alexander (food writer/restaurateur), Tahir Bhasin (Actor) |
| City Life | Perth is a hub to innovation and industries and has a thriving economy. The unemployment rate is low as 3.5% (2019) and the city is known to be only 2.5 hours away (WA time zone) for 60% of the world's population. Access to global services is high and the city is known for its crystal clear beaches and sunset coasts. Explore Rottnest Islands, Fremantle, Kings Park, Swan Valley, and more. Multicuisine cafes, restaurants, and more offer both luxury and casual dining. | Cheap student shopping, |
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