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Postgraduate students

Ready to make your next career move?

Whether you want to grow your professional skills, switch careers, advance your career prospects or pursue your passion for learning, study postgrad at Western.

Our postgraduate degrees are designed with industry partners and delivered by experts, offering blended learning, real-world experience and a supportive community to help you gain the tools to stand out in a competitive job market.

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Postgrad Expo | Friday 16 October

Explore your postgraduate options, connect with our experts and get the advice you need to make your next move with confidence. Join us at our Postgraduate Expo and start exploring what comes next. 

I am applying as a:

Please select from the below options:

As a domestic student you could study and save: limited discounted places are available through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) in 2027.

Take the next step, apply directly through Western (it’s free) or through UAC (application fees apply).

Please note the following degrees can only be applied via UAC: Master of Clinical Psychology, Master of Professional Psychology and Graduate Diploma in Psychology. 

As an international student, you’ll find a range of programs designed to support your success at Western. If you need to meet English language requirements before starting your degree, The College offers internationally acclaimed English Language programs to help build the skills and confidence needed for study. 

Every year we welcome students from countries across the world to join our English language programs to help improve their language skills and have the opportunity to experience the Australian lifestyle, gain an understanding of other cultures and connect with a welcoming community.  

Ready to take the next step? You’ll need to apply through our International Application System or you can reach out to our friendly team for more informtation. 

Applying for postgraduate study

Applications open at different times throughout the year, depending on your program and, may differ for domestic and international students. Some 2027 programs are not yet open for application, so don’t worry if you can’t find your program listed, it simply means that intake isn’t available yet. 

You can check the most up-to-date closing dates and program availability here.

Postgraduate Study

Ready to start your journey at Western?

Program Information

For a full list of programs, go to Western Sydney Postgraduate.


Postgraduate research programs

For information on how to apply for Postgraduate Research Programs, please visit the Graduate Research School.


Closing dates

Don’t miss out on applying for your program. Application dates vary by program, and some 2027 intakes are not yet open. You can find the latest closing dates and program availability here. 


Session Commencement Dates

Please take note of these important dates for starting your studies. 

These dates apply to domestic students and may vary for international students.


4 January 2027
Quarter 1 (Q1) session starts

1 March 2027
Autumn Session starts

14 March 2027
Quarter 1 (Q1) session ends

29 March 2027
Quarter 2 (Q2) session starts

6 June 2027
Quarter 2 (Q2) and Autumn session ends 

21 June 2027
Quarter 3 (Q3) session starts

19 July 2027
Spring session starts

29 August 2027
Quarter 3 (Q3) session ends

13 September 2027
Quarter 4 (Q4) session starts

24 October 2027
Spring session ends

21 November 2027
Quarter 4 (Q4) session ends


English proficiency requirements

If you have undertaken your studies in an overseas country, you may have to provide proof of proficiency in English.

Please refer to the UAC website for detailed information about Western's English language proficiency requirements.

Got questions?

Contact our Course Information Centre on 1300 668 370 or Live Chat.

*Postgraduate programs at Western Sydney University are offered as either Commonwealth Supported (CSP) or Domestic Fee Paying (DFP). Eligible students are able to obtain a HELP loan to defer their student contribution or tuition fees. Savings are indicative and reflect the difference between the CSP student contribution and 2024 DFP tuition fees for the program.