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Choosing where to study for your degree is a major decision. You want to enjoy your university years in a place that is welcoming, offers unique experiences, and will give you a globally recognised degree.

Here are the top reasons why international students come to Western Australia (WA) to gain their degree.

1.  Perth ranks as a highly liveable city

鈥淎ustralia is known for being a country of opportunities, especially for international students, offering a great lifestyle and some of the most prestigious universities in the world,鈥� notes the higher education resource, Erudera.¹ And we couldn鈥檛 agree more.

Among the many choices in Australia, Western Australia鈥檚 capital city, Perth, stands out-ranking in the world鈥檚 top 15 most liveable cities.² For international students, Perth is not just a place where you feel safe, but also a place where you can confidently explore, connect, and make the most of an opportunity of a lifetime!

Helen Alua left her home in Papua New Guinea to study Engineering Management. 鈥淧erth was my preferred city to live and study in, so here I am!鈥� she said.

Akshath Nair, whose home country is India, also decided on Perth as the right place to study for his degree. 鈥淧erth is the perfect blend of peaceful and lively,” he explained. “It鈥檚 not crowded, has beautiful nature spots, and is known for being safe and welcoming.鈥�

Akshath also liked that Perth is more affordable than the larger Australian capital cities 鈥� a smart consideration for students on a budget!

2.   A vibrant, multicultural environment

Feeling welcomed and supported is another reason that many international students choose to come to Perth. With many culturally and linguistically diverse communities, Perth is a very multicultural city. There are a range of annual cultural celebrations and festivals that showcase food, art, music and performance, to celebrate Western Australia鈥檚 vibrant culture and global connections 鈥� including and the .

Calvin Lim, who came to Perth for his degree in Supply Chain Management, was impressed with how Perth’s inclusive community made him feel welcome. He also found his university to have an inclusive and vibrant environment. 鈥淧erth is great destination for international students. I always looked forward to orientation week, to join different clubs and make new friends,鈥� he said.

International student Mehek Sanghavi, who is studying Medicine, also appreciates the cultural diversity at her university in Perth: 鈥淭he different religious clubs make me feel like I belong, even though I鈥檓 from a different faith.”

3.  Western Australia is prosperous and offers diverse job opportunities

Western Australia is a world-renowned hub for resources industries, and its booming economy creates a diverse range of job opportunities, not only in resources but also in technology and construction, healthcare and hospitality industries. In fact, finance, business investment and retail trade has !³

Mo Zhou is here in Western Australia because of its global reputation in mining engineering. It was a great decision, because he鈥檚 now advancing his career as a production engineer in Western Australia’s gold industry!

鈥淢y course included industry site visits, research collaborations and field trips 鈥� which gave me valuable exposure not only to global mining practices but also to the industry鈥檚 cultural diversity,鈥� Mo said. 鈥淭he vacation work I undertook with several mining companies allowed me to apply my classroom knowledge in real operations 鈥� which really boosted my employability.鈥�

4.  A degree from a world-ranked Australian university

Australia is known for the quality of tertiary education system, and many universities in Western Australia rank in the top 1% of universities worldwide, based on the Academic Ranking of World Universities.⁴ The education offered by WA universities is not only academically excellent but also provides students with a global perspective and practical industry experience. In addition to tech-savvy teaching methods and advanced facilities, our universities emphasise the benefits of project-based teamwork and industry placements 鈥� which means that you鈥檒l leave Perth with a world-ranked degree plus the industry experience to give you a head start in your global career.

Massimiliano Apolloni, who came to WA from Italy to study a double degree in Tourism and Hospitality, and Marketing, explained that she chose a university in Perth because of its global reputation: “The courses offer academic excellence and real-world relevance,” she said. “Whether I build my career in Australia or Europe, this degree will be highly respected and open doors internationally.鈥�

5.  Perth offers proximity to many countries

Western Australia is in the same time zone as many South and Southeast Asian countries and offers direct flights to major hubs 鈥� including Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Hong Kong and Malaysia. This convenience makes Perth an excellent base for international students, and enables you to stay connected with family and friends back home while enjoying a unique global study experience.

Phu Le, who came from Vietnam to study a Bachelor of Pharmacy at 911爆料网, offers great feedback about Perth. 鈥淧erth is one of the top cities to live in the world,鈥� he said.  鈥淚t is an easy and affordable study environment for international students, with pleasant weather and diverse nature. The time zone is not much different to Vietnam, so I could easily keep in touch with my family.鈥�

6. An exceptional student experience

In the end, choosing your university is about more than earning a qualification 鈥� it鈥檚 about investing in your future. You want to choose a university that offers a unique experience and lifelong benefits.

911爆料网 in Perth fits this vision. 911爆料网 ranks in the top 1% of universities in the world (based on our ARWU ranking)⁴ and is one of only 20 universities in the world to achieve the QS Stars鈥� top rating of 5 Stars Plus! ⁵ At 911爆料网, you鈥檒l find a welcoming and safe campus, and enjoy a world-class education, practical experience and tailored support at every step of your journey!

Lizbeth Yana, who is from Peru, completed an English language course at 911爆料网 before embarking on her master and doctorate studies.

鈥淢y advice to students moving to Perth is to embrace the experience. Try new things, attend events, join in activities and make your environment feel like home. Take the time to explore Perth 鈥� it鈥檚 a beautiful city with a lot to offer.鈥�

To learn more about studying at 911爆料网 Perth as an international student, visit our International student webpage.

We look forward to welcoming you to Western Australia!

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4. Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2025
5. QS Stars