WSU

"The reason I chose Western Sydney University was because the high quality of education, the support services from the faculty, and the diversity. The program I study offers internship opportunity to its students. It helped me find the industry professionals and be familiar with them. As an international student, always remember that you have all kinds of support services available. Reach out to the right people, and they will be able to help you."

"The curriculum at Western Sydney University is very diverse, which made me competent in the job market. The learning abroad
experience was the most amazing part of my journey at Western. I had chances to study in different partner universities in Europe. That really helped me to develop a variety of skills."

"Studying translation and interpreting here in Western Sydney University completely changed my previous views of the industry. The university offers us very practical courses, we have many hands-on practices, and that really helps me with my training. For future international students, I would recommend you take good advantage of everything the university is offering us. Seize every
opportunity and make your university life the fullest."

"I love working with computers and at the same time I enjoy singing and playing the piano.

I chose Western Sydney University to satisfy my passion by following dual degrees and realistically help me to be successful in my future career!"

"I wanted to travel and expand my education boundaries and also get exposure and experience life living abroad.

My time here at Western Sydney University is very valuable to me as I hope to return home, start a commercial farming business with my family land, and become a key actor in Kenya's agricultural sector."

"I believe that studying at Western Sydney University is one of the best decisions I have made. Western Sydney University offers lots of assistance to international students. There are scholarships, internships, tutorials and online sessions, free breakfasts, and help to find jobs.

I am grateful to the student community around me who always encourage me when I am not confident because of my English pronunciation."

"The incredible support from academic and professional staff has boosted my confidence to thrive in every step of my life. The fabulous support services throughout the pandemic have transitioned to the [flexible] model of studies much smoother than ever before. Most importantly, we are not treated as numbers but as valuable members of the student community."

"I’d say that Western Sydney University was the most cost-effective out of Sydney’s biggest unis (UTS, Sydney University, the University of New South Wales and Western Sydney). Among these, in terms of price, it was the best option."

The MBA course has been a great journey for me, I met a lot of friends and I built a very valuable network. I met a lot of people that have years of experience in the industry and they shared their stories. The important value of the Australian degree to me is that it’s well recognised all over the world, and with this degree I feel like I can work all over the world like a global citizen. I can interact and learn more about the innovation that Australian’s are doing, and also use it to help my country in the future.

Find out why you should study abroad at Western Sydney University in Australia, ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world. View our International Student Guide here.

Western Sydney University focuses more on the practical side. Get into real world working experience, have your hands-on different opportunities and really try out everything.

I ended getting my job through one of the work-integrated learning programs that Western introduced right after my first semester. It was this program that basically kick-started my career as I was offered to work as an intern that converted into a part-time role, and the day I submitted my thesis in my final semester I was offered to work as a Programs Coordinator and Quality Assurance Engineer at one of the leading Australian Edtech startups in Experiential Learning.

"My advice to students thinking about studying at the International College would be to come prepared and ready to work hard. It’s not just one big party! I’d really like to combine my passion for accounting and law, and one day be an accountant in a law firm".

The Study Smart service at the Library helped me to gain confidence in my academic performance by offering to discuss and review assignments with me. Through the University’s CareerHub I found opportunities to gain local work experience. I came to Western to get a degree but what I have gained is a lot more than that. It is truly a community where everyone has the equal chance to realise their potential.”

People are really friendly here, and there is a positive environment all around Western Sydney University. We are one of the most flexible and accepting universities and studying with us will give you a competitive advantage in the future. People are really helpful and if you need any assistance make sure you talk to someone about it.

I thoroughly enjoy my life as a Western Sydney University student. I love the events organized by Campus Life and being involved in student clubs, which helps me to relax and be social.

I chose Western Sydney University because of the partnerships it has with different organisations therefore I saw an opportunity for me to network and do internships in those different organisations, one of the organisations is Price Waterhouse Coopers. I got the opportunity to get an offer to work as a casual for PWC which is quite exciting. Because of the support that we have been given and the encouragement for us to engage and network, I’ve been able to get all this opportunity and realise that there is more I can do if I just work hard.

A double degree is equal parts entertaining and challenging. The ability to learn both relevant technology along with quintessential accounting skills, broadens the horizons of the mind. I get to learn app building and programming while also learning the accounting systems and financial management. I have always been fascinated with creating technology based solutions for financial problems and this degree gives me the tools to unlock my dreams. The degree is in its essence, the best of both worlds, of IT and Business.

Western Sydney University is a great place to learn, develop and grow as a person. It offers me many opportunities, enables me to be part of the active social clubs while gaining knowledge in my field of study

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"The internship with IKEA gave me some practical knowledge adding to the theory learned at Western Sydney. It has changed me a lot and I am now working part-time with IKEA."

"I learned the skills of interviewing a client and it was really fruitful for me to get the chance to understand what a social worker really does in practice."

"I feel that I have made the best choice - especially because of the technology-infused learning. I love the way the course is taught using a multimedia approach, and the fact that it has access to a whole online library, which we can use to read for tutorials and research assignments."

"The welcome from Australian students was great. WSU is the best campus in Australia, when it comes to technology and the use of video and audio in classes. It's amazing."

"Western Sydney is a place where students can be ready and comfortable entering the professional field, due to the fact that the university provides a practical learning experience."