UWS seeks CBD presence
The development of a
20,000-square-metre, multi-storey in the Parramatta CBD is a part of the
University of Western Sydney ’s regional development strategy.
The UWS
Board of Trustees in giving an in-principle agreement expected the facility to
be ready for teaching in 2017.
UWS vice-chancellor,
Professor Barney Glover, said it would it contribute to the university’s plans
to significantly increase its international student population, expand its
course offerings at Parramatta, and provide more flexible learning
opportunities for students.
“With our
existing Parramatta campus almost at capacity, we plan to significantly expand
our presence in the CBD where we can be co-located with business and industry,
and increase our connection to the social, economic and civic life of
Parramatta and Greater Western Sydney,” he said.
Several
development sites within the Parramatta and a final decision was expected on
the exact location by June 2014, he said.
Earlier
this year, UWS opened a campus, over four levels, in an office building in the
Parramatta CBD for its post-graduate students.