University of Western Australia inaugurates its first Indian campus in Mumbai

The University of Western Australia (UWA) has officially opened its maiden campus on Indian soil, situated in the Andheri East district of Mumbai. The launch ceremony, attended by Western Australian Premier Roger Cook and senior university officials, coincided with a broader investment and trade delegation to India and Vietnam.

The new campus will roll out undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in technology and business, with the first cohort of students expected to begin classes later this month. By establishing a foothold in one of India's most dynamic commercial hubs, UWA aims to attract South‑Asian talent seeking an Australian‑standard education without leaving the subcontinent.

For the Desi diaspora, the development signals expanding educational links between Australia and India, potentially easing pathways for students and professionals who wish to study or work across both regions. It also underscores Mumbai’s growing appeal as a destination for international academic institutions, complementing the city’s existing reputation as a financial and tech centre.

The campus is part of a larger strategy by Western Australian authorities to deepen economic ties with South‑Asia, leveraging education as a conduit for trade, research collaboration, and talent exchange.