Five universities, a state-wide technical and further education system, private vocational colleges, and dual public and private school systems cater to more than 500 000 students each year. There are 9 500 students from overseas.
In addition to formal courses, post-secondary and tertiary institutions provide management and workforce training tailored to meet individual employers’ needs or industry organizations. Universities regularly participate in collaborative research activities with the private sector and government bodies, sharing staff, equipment and information.
There is a wide choice of public (government) and private schools in Western Australia, and you must register your child for school as soon as possible. You can find out how to enroll your child in public school by visiting the Western Australian Department of Education website.
If you require more information on the school providers in the State, please look into the School Directory of Western Australia.
