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What is UWA University known for?
UWA is recognised around the world as a leading research-intensive university. Over the years, we have strengthened our international reputation for excellence, and we now attract researchers of world standing across a range of disciplines, with international leaders in many diverse fields.
When was UWA built?
1911The University of Western Australia / Founded
UWA was established in 1911 by an act of the Parliament of Western Australia and began teaching students two years later. It is the sixth-oldest university in Australia and was Western Australia’s only university until the establishment of Murdoch University in 1973.
Who built UWA?
UWA was founded thanks largely to the vision, tenacity and financial support of Sir John Winthrop Hackett, owner and editor of a major Western Australian newspaper in the early 1900s.
Why are there peacocks in UWA?
In January 1975, two peacocks and three hens were introduced to UWA Crawley Campus as a gift from Mr & Mrs L C Brodie-Hall. The birds were brought to the campus, caged, fed and released in the Great Court two weeks later.
Is University of Western Australia in Sydney?
The University of Western Australia sits in the prime location of our state’s thriving capital city, Perth. Our main campus is home to 25,000 students, with more than 4,000 international students hailing from 100 countries.
Is UWA a non profit organization?
The Not-for-profits UWA Research Group (NFPs UWA) was formed by a group of scholars with a deep interest in the Not-for-profit sector.
Is UWA better than Curtin?
Perth’s Curtin University is trending upwards while the prestigious University of Western Australia has dropped in a leading global university ranking. The University of Western Australia is the only West Australian university in the top 100 of the QS ranking.
What’s the best Uni in WA?
Curtin University
2021 Western Australia University Ranking
| sort by: rank a-z town | ||
|---|---|---|
| # | University | Town |
| 1 | Curtin University | Perth … |
| 2 | The University of Western Australia | Crawley |
| 3 | Murdoch University | Murdoch … |
Why was the University of Western Australia founded?
UWA was founded thanks largely to the vision, tenacity and financial support of Sir John Winthrop Hackett, owner and editor of a major Western Australian newspaper in the early 1900s. The University of Western Australia (UWA) was established in 1911 as the State’s first university.
Who are the history professors at UWA?
Associate Professor Andrea Gaynor is the Discipline Chair for History within the School of Humanities, and the Director of the Centre for Western Australian History. Ethan Blue is a multi-award-winning teacher, researcher and senior lecturer in History at UWA.
Why study history at UWA?
By studying history, you will be part of the process by which humanity’s memory itself comes to be made. Majoring in History at UWA is an enjoyable experience. I have the flexibility to investigate different areas and focus on topics that are more appealing to my interests.
What is UWA doing for UWA?
UWA is building the first database of correspondence of Australia’s earliest missionaries and making it available online. This project constitutes a major re-evaluation of the Italian Wars through the lens of feminist theory and gender studies.