The University of Western Australia (UWA)Student Guide

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Student guide · Semester 2 2026

The semester, explained for The University of Western Australia (UWA)

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Semester 2 2026
Campus terms
17
Local details
14

Academic calendar

Semester 2 2026 runs Jul 20, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

6 entries
  1. Semester 2 2026Relevant now
  2. Trimester 3 2026
  3. Semester 1 2027
  4. Semester 2 2027
  5. Semester 1 2028
  6. Semester 2 2028

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17 terms

G

George's
St George's College, the oldest residential college at UWA, known for its castle-like architecture.
Guild
The UWA Student Guild, the representative body for all students on campus.

H

Hackett
Hackett Cafe, a popular coffee and lunch spot located near the main entrance.

O

Oak Lawn
The large grassy area in front of the Guild Village, a primary spot for socialising and events.

P

PAC
Public Affairs Council, the Guild department focused on political and social advocacy.
Pelican
The official student magazine of UWA, published by the Guild.
PROSH
The annual student-led charity event involving a satirical newspaper and costumes.

Q

Quobba
Quobba Gnarning, a cafe located in the Reid Library known for study snacks.

S

SOC
Societies Council, the Guild department that oversees all student clubs.
St Cat's
St Catherine's College, a residential college located on Park Road.
Sunken Garden
An outdoor amphitheater used for performances and a popular spot for quiet study.

T

The Court
The central courtyard area within the Guild Village.
The Ref
The Guild Refectory, the main food court area in the Guild Village.
The Tav
The UWA Tavern, the on-campus pub and social hub for students.
Tommy More
St Thomas More College, one of the five residential colleges located across from the main campus.
Tropical Grove
A lush, shaded garden area near the Geography building often used for relaxation.

U

UniHall
University Hall, the only residential college owned and operated directly by UWA.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

14 details
Bayliss
The Bayliss Building, the main hub for molecular sciences and chemistry.
BJM
The Barry J Marshall Library, specializing in science and commerce resources.
CAS
Class Allocation System, the software used by students to select their specific tutorial and lab times.
EZONE
The EZONE UWA, a modern hub for engineering and mathematical sciences students.
LMS
Learning Management System, the online portal (Moodle) where unit materials and grades are hosted.
Pheme
The central authentication system used to log into all UWA online services.
quobba_gnarning_guild_cafe
Quobba Gnarning (Guild Cafe)
Reid
The Reid Library, the largest and most central library on campus.
SmartRider
The Western Australian public transport card; students must register theirs for the tertiary discount rate.
st_catherine_s_college_dining_hall
St Catherine's College Dining Hall
Transperth
The public transport authority providing bus services (like the 950) that connect UWA to the city.
trinity_residential_college_dining_hall
Trinity Residential College Dining Hall
university_hall_unihall_dining_hall
University Hall (UniHall) Dining Hall
Winthrop
Winthrop Hall, the iconic clock-tower building used for graduations and formal events.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Semester 2 2026 runs Jul 20, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
17 approved campus terms and 14 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Perth for The University of Western Australia (UWA) Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Perth.

Timezone

Australia/Perth

Median Rent

$1,800

Cost of Living Index

120

Student Population

5,000

City Transportation

Walkability

30

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

County bus services, Regional connectors to Trenton and Flemington

Nearest Airports

Trenton-Mercer Airport (regional), Nearby general aviation fields

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

49.5°F

Avg Snowfall

45.2 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Car Park 101

surface_lot • Fills by 8:30am during semester

Yellow bays; strictly for eligible students with EasyPark UWA accounts.

Car Park 4

surface_lot • Limited

Green bays; reserved for University Club members and clinic visitors.

Car Park 112

surface_lot • Good (Offsite)

Claremont campus; serviced by the free shuttle bus to Crawley.

Campus News

Latest updates from The University of Western Australia (UWA)

UWA Tall Poppies scoop new national awards

Two UWA researchers, Dr Jessica Buck and Dr Matt Oldakowski, received inaugural national awards for their contributions to First Nations-led research and industry-engaged science communication.

Sep 14, 2026

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Martial arts champ and public policy advocate named Rhodes Scholar

Fatima Merchant, an Honours student in Political Science and International Relations at UWA, has been awarded the Western Australia Rhodes Scholarship for 2027.

Sep 14, 2026

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Australia's first human milk biobank to make every drop count

UWA has launched the WA Human Milk Biobank, the first of its kind in Australia, to support global research into breastmilk composition and infant nutrition.

Sep 14, 2026

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Funding for health projects to drive more personalised care

Six UWA researchers received funding from the WA Government's Future Health Research and Innovation Fund to pursue precision medicine projects.

Sep 10, 2026

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New Researcher Development Academy to strengthen WA's future workforce

UWA launched the Researcher Development Academy (RDA) to provide a coordinated framework for researcher training, leadership, and industry engagement.

Sep 7, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at The University of Western Australia (UWA)

GLO Exchange Café

September 14, 2026

UWA Campus

A welcoming space for students to connect and share experiences about global opportunities and exchange programs.

GLO Info Session for Students

September 14, 2026

Murdoch Lecture Theatre

An information session for students to learn about UWA's semester exchange programs, including application steps, eligibility, and funding opportunities.

2026 Robin Winkler Lecture: How Beliefs Become Movements

September 16, 2026

Social Sciences Lecture Theatre, UWA

Public lecture by Professor Emma Thomas, a social psychologist from Flinders University, exploring how individual beliefs transform into social movements.

UWA School of Design Postgraduate Expo

September 17, 2026

UWA School of Design

An exhibition showcasing the work and research of postgraduate students from the UWA School of Design.

Bin there, Sorted that!

September 22, 2026

Reid Library, Crawley Campus

An interactive event focused on waste sorting and sustainability practices on campus.

Shann Memorial Lecture

September 22, 2026

UWA Business School

One of Australia's longest-running public lectures on economic policy, hosted annually by the UWA Business School in memory of Edward Shann.

The Theory of Relativity | Music and lyrics by Neil Bartram

September 25, 2026

UWA Campus

A musical production exploring the interconnected lives of a diverse cast of characters navigating love and loss.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at The University of Western Australia (UWA)

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

6 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Gilbert Hall

Hoover Apartments

Room types: two double-bedroom, four single-bedroom

Patterson Hall

Room types: two-person room with separate bedrooms

Reed Hall

Room types: two-person room with separate bedrooms

Selden Hall

Room types: double-occupancy room, sorority room

Stickney Hall

Room types: double occupancy, single

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

Email Domain

@uwa.edu.au

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