Western Sydney University offers a dynamic and culturally rich student life across its various campuses. Each campus has its unique atmosphere, from the modern urban hubs to more serene settings.
Location and Main Campuses: Western Sydney University has 13 campuses and teaching locations across Greater Western Sydney, as well as a campus in Sydney City (in partnership with SIBT) and an international campus in Surabaya, Indonesia. Key campuses include:
- Bankstown City (Milperra): Specializes in social sciences, humanities, education, and interpreting/translation. Features a gym, multi-faith center, library, and sports oval.
- Campbelltown (Dharawal): Offers programs in health, science, and education. Has on-campus accommodation and a botanic garden nearby.
- Hawkesbury (Richmond): Known for environmental and agricultural sciences, nursing, and forensic science. Includes specialized labs and the Hawkesbury Earthcare Centre.
- Liverpool City (Darug): A modern campus in the Liverpool CBD with state-of-the-art facilities and strong transport links.
- Nirimba (Darug): Located in the Nirimba Education Precinct.
- Parramatta City (Darug): A brand new, high-tech campus in the heart of Parramatta CBD, focusing on business, technology, and postgraduate studies.
- Parramatta South (Darug): The original Parramatta campus, with programs in science, business, and law.
- Penrith (Darug) (Kingswood, Werrington South, Werrington North): Offers a broad range of programs and on-campus accommodation. Features a gym and the "Swamp Bar."
- Sydney City: Located in partnership with SIBT in the Sydney CBD, providing access to city amenities.
- Sydney Olympic Park: Focuses on health, education, and business programs within the Olympic precinct.
- Westmead (Darug): Primarily focused on health and medicine, located in the Westmead health precinct.
- Online: A wide range of programs are available for online study.
- Maldhan Ngurr Ngurra Lithgow Transformation Hub (Wiradjuri): A regional campus focused on community engagement and education.
Libraries, Labs, Student Unions, University Societies, Clubs, Student Events and Other Facilities:
- Libraries: Each major campus has a well-equipped library with extensive resources, study spaces, and support services.
- Computer Laboratories and Innovative Learning Spaces: Campuses feature modern computer labs and collaborative learning areas with wireless internet access.
- Student Representative Council (SRC) or similar: Each campus typically has a student representative body that advocates for students and organizes events.
- University Societies and Clubs: A wide variety of student-run clubs and societies cater to diverse academic, social, cultural, and sporting interests. Students can connect through the online platform WESTERNLife.
- Student Events: The university and student organizations host numerous events throughout the year, including orientation, social gatherings, cultural festivals, sports competitions, and academic workshops.
- Other Facilities: Campuses often include cafes, bars, gyms, sporting grounds, tennis courts, multi-faith centers, health and counseling services, disability support, and student welfare services. On-campus accommodation is available at several campuses.