International
Prepare to arrive
Moving to a new country to study is both exciting and challenging. Western Sydney University has everything in place to help you adjust to your new life.
Accommodation | Types of accommodation Find accommodation Western Sydney University Village accommodation (opens in a new window) |
Airport pick-up service | Book an airport pickup (must be booked at least five days before you arrive) *The Welcome Desk will be closed from 27 March 2020 - ongoing* Look for the StudyNSW Welcome Desk to help you with any questions at the airport |
Starting at Western | Activate your WesternAccount (opens in a new window) How do I enrol? (opens in a new window) Attend Orientation Tutorial Registration (after enrolment) Starting at Western Sydney University website (opens in a new window) Are you ready to start at Western Sydney University? (opens in a new window) Disability Service |
Life in Sydney | Living in Sydney Cost of living Working in Australia Personal Safety Water Safety (opens in a new window) Keeping healthy in Australia Useful websites |
Bringing family | Education of school-aged dependants |
Pre-departure checklist
Before you leave home
- Important dates (opens in a new window)
- Apply for your student visa (opens in a new window)
- Book your accommodation (opens in a new window)
- Book an airport pick-up service (opens in a new window)
- Activate your WesternAccount (opens in a new window)
- Enrol (opens in a new window)
- Read the Western Sydney University Welcome guide (PDF, 12494.01 KB) (opens in a new window)
After you arrive in Australia
- Attend International Orientation (opens in a new window)
- Attend university-wide orientation sessions (opens in a new window)
- Begin class (opens in a new window)
Welcome guide
Welcome Guide (PDF, 12494.01 KB) (opens in a new window)
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