The University of Western Australia is a public research university in the Australian state of Western Australia. The University of Queensland is a public research university located primarily in Brisbane, the capital city of the Australian state of Queensland.
| University of Western Australia | The University of Queensland | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 5.5 Out of 10 | 6.3 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 72 QS World University 2024 # 143 Times Higher Education 2024 # 78 US News 2023 | # 43 QS World University 2024 # 70 Times Higher Education 2024 # 36 US News 2023 |
| Subject Strength | # 126 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 85 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 151 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 | # 58 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 32 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 74 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -42 PG Programs -56 Doctorate Programs -2 | UG Programs -85 PG Programs -81 Doctorate Programs -1 |
| Acceptance Rate | 84.4 % | 74.8 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT - 550 GRE updated - 292 IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 64 TOEFL - 82 | GMAT - 550 GRE updated - 291 IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 64 TOEFL - 87 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 25673 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 27117 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 20451 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 34960 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 45120 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 37756 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Graduate employability ranking: #151-160, | Graduate Employability Rankings #57; Top recruiters- Aecom Corporation; RACQ; GREENCROSS; News Corp, etc.; Highest paid degrees- MBA (201,000 USD); LLM (175,000 USD); Masters in Science (91,000 USD); Masters of Arts (87,000 USD); Masters in Management (80,000 USD). |
| application requirements | Core subjects like chemistry, mathematics, English, and physics required for Indian students | Fulfill General Entry Requirements |
| Campuses and B-Schools | School of Business, University of Western Australia | NA |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 8.2/10 Read 6 reviews | 8.1/10 Read 23 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Western Australia | The University of Queensland |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1911 | 1909 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 22:1 | 34:1 |
| Male:Female | 49% Male, 51% Female | 55% Male, 45% 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 Brisbane with three campuses. The main campus of the suburbs of St Lucia is bordered by a meander in Brisbane river to east, south, and north. |
| 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. | 2.17 million book titles, |
| 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 | 100+ research centers, 220 clubs, and society, on-campus 6-museums, music festivals, parties, film screenings, etc. |
| Hostel | #Studio Room - $11840 #Standard Room - $8611 | #Room - $14572 #Room - $23184 |
| 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). | Drew Pavlou (Australian Activist), Peter Varghese (Chancellor of UQ), Kim Wilkins (Writer), Di Farmer (Politician), Jon Coghill (Australian Drummer), Elton Mayo (Psychologist), Jack Thompson (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. | Weekend getaways to rainforest, waterfalls, beaches and islands, a cultural hub of art galleries and museums, sunshine weather (lack of winters), One of the top-paying cities, the unemployment rate of Queensland is 6.8% |
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