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Western Sydney University is ranked in the top 250 universities globally. Join students from over 70 countries who have turned passions into rewarding careers.
Studying
Unlock unlimited possibilities through studying with us. Learn more about Western Sydney University, our programs, applications and international study here.
Applying
Not sure where to begin to apply as an international student? Learn more about applications, finding an agent and other information to apply to study with us.
Arriving
Getting ready to study in Australia? Find out more about what to do to prepare before you leave, how to accept your offer, and what to do when you arrive.
Life at Western
Western has a range of initiatives that gives international students the best chance of success. Get a better idea of what we offer, and what Australia is like.
Service providers
This is just a short list to get you started, Western does not endorse any of these companies or recommend these over anything else you find.
Mobile phones, plans and pre-paid
Whether you're looking for a phone device, a phone plan or pre-paid account, you can visit the stores of service providers and depending your needs, stores selling electronic goods might be able to help too.
Service providers:
Where phone devices can be purchased:
- Telstra store
- Optus store
- Vodafone store
- Apple
- Harvey Norman
- JB Hi-Fi
- Woolworths
- Good Guys
- other general stores
Living off campus
Water
The water you use every day in Sydney is water you can trust – and Sydney Water can prove it. Sydney Water rigorously tests and monitors the water they source as it makes its way to you from rivers, lakes and dams to reservoirs and filtration plants, all the way to your tap. The result is some of the best drinking water in the world.
Energy (Electricity and Gas)
Compare and save on energy from Australia's biggest energy retailers.
Service providers:
Internet and Home Phone
Most homes in Australia are set up and can be connected to the internet via the NBN, and internet is provided by a variety of telecommunication companies. Adding home phone is an optional extra to most plans.
Service providers:
Note on internet speed: The internet speed is dependant on the plan you are paying for and the nbn technology type limitations set up at the address (so it’s good idea to do your research and check the address before applying for a lease or buying a plan). Internet providers shouldn’t by law sell you a plan that exceeds your technology limitations.
Know your rights
Fair Trading and Consumer Rights
NSW Fair Trading is part of the Department of Customer Service whose role is to make doing business in NSW simple, accessible and fair for employees, consumers and industry while providing the best value for government.
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Email internationalstudy@westernsydney.edu.au
Call +61 2 9852 5499 or contact an International Education Agent in your country.
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— Avantika Prameshwar. Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws.
