| Western Sydney University | University of Wollongong | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4.2 Out of 10 | 4.9 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 301 Times Higher Education 2024 # 375 QS World University 2024 # 201 Times Higher Education 2023 | # 162 QS World University 2024 # 201 Times Higher Education 2024 # 185 QS World University 2023 |
| Subject Strength | # 301 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 201 for Medicine by Times Higher Education 2023 # 251 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 | # 101 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 201 for Medicine by Times Higher Education 2023 # 101 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -163 PG Programs -40 Doctorate Programs -1 | UG Programs -101 PG Programs -44 Doctorate Programs -2 |
| Acceptance Rate | 94.7 % | 84.3 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT - 600 IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 58 TOEFL - 82 | GMAT - 550 IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 54 SAT - 1200 TOEFL - 86 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 21031 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 21886 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 27018 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 22157 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 16185 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 39015 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Graduate Employability Rankings: #301-500, MBA: $99,000, Bachelor of Science: $76,000, Bachelor of Arts: $54,000, Bachelor (Other): $72,000, Master in Finance: $60,000, Other Degree: $63,000 | University of Wollongong is one of the top public universities in Wollongong, Australia. It is ranked #=185 in QS World University Rankings 2023. Degree Average Salary Masters in Finance $72,000 Executive Masters $66,000 Masters in Management $61,000 Bachelor (Other) $58,000 Master (Other) $54,000 Bachelor of Arts $46,000 |
| application requirements |
For Indian students, CBSE.ICSE/State Boards certificates with minimum aggregate of 55% is required. Proof of English language proficiency, some specific programs may also require evidence of relevant work experience in the concerned field. | Students must complete min. 13 years of education to apply for bachelors programs. |
| Campuses and B-Schools | NA | Sydney Business School, University of Wollongong |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 8.0/10 Read 10 reviews | 7.8/10 Read 6 reviews |
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| General Facts | Western Sydney University | University of Wollongong |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1989 | 1951 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 33:1 | 31:1 |
| Male:Female | 45% Male, 55% Female | 51% Male, 49% Female |
| Location Facts | Western Sydney includes , or partially includes, the NSW Electoral Districts of Penrith, Londonderry, Mulgoa, Camden, Macquire Fields , Campbelltown etc. Just 20 km from the Sydney CBD, Parramatta is accesible from Sydney Airport by rail or taxi transfers (costs apply).Parramatta city campus is rich in art learning skills and unique study spaces. | It is located on the coastal city, Wollongong. Wollongong campus is landscaped by gardens and is minutes away from the Pacific ocean. |
| Library | The university has 8 libraries. The libraries hold over 240257 physical books; 6 million digital books; 4140000+ journals; more than 10 ,million information resources. | The university has seven libraries having million of recourses inclusive of 90,000 journals, 260 databases, and 450,000 ebooks. |
| Campus Life | University has over 100 clubs providing numerous opportunities for students to lead vibrant social life. It also offers involvement iin sports clubs, Elite Athelete Programs, Unisport Nationals, Inter-varsity tournaments etc. It also conducts Diversity Fest comprising over 160 cultural groups. | Over 130 clubs and societies and a variety of stress-relieving workshops and wellness activities are available on campus. Students can find various international cuisine outlets (20), gyms, cafes (9), and live music festivals at Unibar. The international student program allows freshman to find and interact with people from their cultures and other cultures as well. |
| Hostel | #Apartment - $12105 #Apartment En-suite - $14913 | #Self-catered single studio - $16320 #Self-catered premium studio - $17340 |
| Famous Alumni |
Several politicians, actors, authors and poets have brought laurel to the university. Some of them are Cathy McGowan (Politician), Shannon Cole(Footballer turned coach), Anita Heiss (Author), Don Hany (Actor), Ben Quilty (Artist), Rosie Scott (Novelist and lecturer), Frank Puletua (Rugby league footballer) etc. | Alex Zelinsky (vice-chancellor of University of Newcastle), Gareth Ward (Legislator), John Tranter (Poet), Julian McMohan (Actor), Kate Bell (Actress), B.Sandhya (Additional Director General of Kerala Police), Bryan Doyle (Legislator) |
| City Life | Unemployment rate of Sydney is low as 2.8%, | Unemployment rate of Sydney is low as 2.8%, |
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