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Curtin University

Perth, Western Australia · Public University · Est. 1987

AU Rank #12 QS World #183 Star rating 4/6 Registered with TEQSA in the Australian University category and listed on CRICOS under the ESOS Act Admissions open
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Type
Public University
Founded
1987
Students
58,607
International
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Overview

Curtin is Western Australia’s largest university and a member of the Australian Technology Network, based at Bentley in Perth with campuses in Kalgoorlie (the WA School of Mines), Dubai, Malaysia, Singapore and Mauritius. It is best known for mineral and mining engineering, geology and earth sciences, and business.

Ranking figures are indicative and provided for general guidance — always verify current positions with the official QS rankings and the university.

Programs at Curtin

347 programs across 7 study levels.

Associate Degree

Associate Degree Business & Management

Associate Degree in Agribusiness

Curtin University

CRICOS 098315D · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$63,000 total

Bachelor Honours Degree

Bachelor Honours Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor Of Commerce (Honours)

Curtin University

CRICOS 078136F · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$42,146 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours)

Curtin University

CRICOS 114113K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$165,584 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Sociology

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

Curtin University

CRICOS 078137E · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$40,412 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Curtin University

CRICOS 072467B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$192,608 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Law (JD)

Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

Curtin University

CRICOS 099032G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$52,644 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Pharmacy

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

Curtin University

CRICOS 096304A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$186,240 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Pharmacy

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

Curtin University

CRICOS 120916B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$117,546 total
Bachelor Honours Degree Engineering

Bachelor of Surveying (Honours)

Curtin University

CRICOS 102612A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$186,904 total

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Science

Bachelor of Advanced Science

Curtin University

CRICOS 107684M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$34,700 total
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture

Bachelor of Agribusiness

Curtin University

CRICOS 029345C · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$129,422 total
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture

Bachelor of Agribusiness

Curtin University

CRICOS 118499K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$129,422 total
Bachelor's Degree Geology

Bachelor of Applied Geology

Curtin University

CRICOS 108986M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$147,830 total
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Bachelor of Arts

Curtin University

CRICOS 068750M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$124,474 total
Bachelor's Degree Biology

Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

Curtin University

CRICOS 102738J · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$142,548 total
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor of Business Administration

Curtin University

CRICOS 018007A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$124,438 total
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor of Commerce

Curtin University

CRICOS 013905G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$124,438 total
Bachelor's Degree Mass Communication

Bachelor of Communications

Curtin University

CRICOS 018629D · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$119,236 total
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science

Bachelor of Computing

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100817 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$137,336 total
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Bachelor of Creative Arts

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100633 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$124,054 total
Bachelor's Degree Graphic Design

Bachelor of Design

Curtin University

CRICOS 098137F · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$113,956 total
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Bachelor of Educational Studies

Curtin University

CRICOS 095951M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$116,824 total
Bachelor's Degree Information Technology

Bachelor of Information Technology

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100818 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$137,546 total
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor of Innovation

Curtin University

CRICOS 112415A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$132,742 total
Bachelor's Degree Law (JD)

Bachelor of Laws

Curtin University

CRICOS 077962B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$207,576 total
Bachelor's Degree Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology

Curtin University

CRICOS 041070B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$175,512 total
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science (Health Studies)

Curtin University

CRICOS 103854H · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$102,900 total
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science (Midwifery)

Curtin University

CRICOS 115618K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$128,472 total
Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Bachelor of Science (Nursing)

Curtin University

CRICOS 041794K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$167,324 total
Bachelor's Degree Nutrition & Dietetics

Bachelor of Science (Nutrition)

Curtin University

CRICOS 118950G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$142,950 total
Bachelor's Degree Psychology

Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

Curtin University

CRICOS 103853J · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$141,176 total
Bachelor's Degree Science

Bachelor of Science (Science)

Curtin University

CRICOS 061600D · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$143,948 total
Bachelor's Degree Social Work

Bachelor of Social Work

Curtin University

CRICOS 068620K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$173,368 total
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Bachelor of Surveying

Curtin University

CRICOS 003922M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$157,700 total
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Bachelor of Surveying Technology

Curtin University

CRICOS 103848F · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$112,545 total

PhD / Doctorate

PhD / Doctorate Business Administration (MBA)

Doctor of Business Administration

Curtin University

CRICOS 023971C · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$121,723 total
PhD / Doctorate Curriculum & Instruction

Doctor of Education

Curtin University

CRICOS 023972B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$111,799 total
PhD / Doctorate Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy

Curtin University

CRICOS 120915C · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$157,113 total
PhD / Doctorate Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Philosophy - Medicine

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100978 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$138,592 total
PhD / Doctorate Law (JD)

Doctor or Philosophy - Law

Curtin University

CRICOS 092772E · Provider 00301J

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$161,524 total

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Physiotherapy

Doctor of Physiotherapy

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100217 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$161,172 total
Master's Degree Accounting

Master of Accounting

Curtin University

CRICOS 0101368 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$46,300 total
Master's Degree Accounting

Master of Accounting

Curtin University

CRICOS 107620E · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$51,054 total
Master's Degree Engineering

Master of Advanced Engineering

Curtin University

CRICOS 097867B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$38,494 total
Master's Degree Nursing

Master of Advanced Practice

Curtin University

CRICOS 108520A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$43,974 total
Master's Degree Architecture

Master of Architecture

Curtin University

CRICOS 058728C · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$100,508 total
Master's Degree Artificial Intelligence

Master of Artificial Intelligence

Curtin University

CRICOS 105742M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$43,808 total
Master's Degree Mass Communication

Master of Arts

Curtin University

CRICOS 098146E · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$90,036 total
Master's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Business Administration

Curtin University

CRICOS 074577B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$74,080 total
Master's Degree Physiotherapy

Master of Clinical Physiotherapy

Curtin University

CRICOS 049888F · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$54,524 total
Master's Degree Psychology

Master of Clinical Psychology

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100584 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$47,566 total
Master's Degree Business & Management

Master of Commerce

Curtin University

CRICOS 078409G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$101,108 total
Master's Degree Computer Science

Master of Computing

Curtin University

CRICOS 107621D · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$87,960 total
Master's Degree Artificial Intelligence

Master of Cyber Security

Curtin University

CRICOS 105743K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$43,808 total
Master's Degree Graphic Design

Master of Design

Curtin University

CRICOS 103008B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$82,728 total
Master's Degree Nutrition & Dietetics

Master of Dietetics

Curtin University

CRICOS 079872K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$97,572 total
Master's Degree Information Systems

Master of Digital and Social Media

Curtin University

CRICOS 032988G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$59,830 total
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Master of Education

Curtin University

CRICOS 004005G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$40,660 total
Master's Degree Engineering

Master of Engineering Management

Curtin University

CRICOS 109150C · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$75,668 total
Master's Degree Finance

Master of Finance

Curtin University

CRICOS 103293C · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$42,950 total
Master's Degree Geology

Master of Geoscience

Curtin University

CRICOS 108524H · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$98,272 total
Master's Degree Civil Engineering

Master of Geospatial Intelligence

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100574 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$98,272 total
Master's Degree Public Health

Master of Health Administration

Curtin University

CRICOS 006110A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$92,660 total
Master's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Human Resources

Curtin University

CRICOS 110825K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$51,054 total
Master's Degree Sociology

Master of Human Rights

Curtin University

CRICOS 061485B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$62,425 total
Master's Degree International Business

Master of International Business

Curtin University

CRICOS 058470B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$46,125 total
Master's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Master of International Business

Curtin University

CRICOS 110824M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$31,519 total
Master's Degree Political Science

Master of International Relations

Curtin University

CRICOS 117068H · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$73,192 total
Master's Degree Political Science

Master of International Security

Curtin University

CRICOS 117076H · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$83,224 total
Master's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Management

Curtin University

CRICOS 079264A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$65,088 total
Master's Degree Marketing

Master of Marketing

Curtin University

CRICOS 107622C · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$51,054 total
Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Master of Midwifery

Curtin University

CRICOS 114106J · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$86,748 total
Master's Degree Journalism

Master of Multimedia Journalism

Curtin University

CRICOS 107623B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$55,939 total
Master's Degree Nursing

Master of Nursing Practice

Curtin University

CRICOS 064467B · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$87,556 total
Master's Degree Occupational Therapy

Master of Occupational Therapy

Curtin University

CRICOS 077383K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$132,292 total
Master's Degree Pharmacy

Master of Pharmacy

Curtin University

CRICOS 068621J · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Computer Science

Master of Philosophy (Computing)

Curtin University

CRICOS 114122J · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$84,790 total
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Master of Philosophy (Education)

Curtin University

CRICOS 061531A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$80,380 total
Master's Degree Geology

Master of Philosophy (Geology)

Curtin University

CRICOS 061503E · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$84,790 total
Master's Degree Law (JD)

Master of Philosophy (Law)

Curtin University

CRICOS 087732M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$81,262 total
Master's Degree Physics

Master of Philosophy (Physics)

Curtin University

CRICOS 061518J · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$84,790 total
Master's Degree Computer Science

Master of Predictive Analytics

Curtin University

CRICOS 092977C · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$93,884 total
Master's Degree Project Management

Master of Project Management

Curtin University

CRICOS 098520K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$91,452 total
Master's Degree Public Health

Master of Public Health

Curtin University

CRICOS 064462G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$95,752 total
Master's Degree Agriculture

Master of Research (Agriculture)

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100022 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$86,554 total
Master's Degree Chemistry

Master of Research (Chemistry)

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100024 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$86,554 total
Master's Degree Fine Arts

Master of Research (Fine Arts)

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100028 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$81,262 total
Master's Degree Marketing

Master of Research (Marketing)

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100029 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$82,915 total
Master's Degree Physics

Master of Research (Physics)

Curtin University

CRICOS 0100030 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$86,554 total
Master's Degree Psychology

Master of Research (Psychology)

Curtin University

CRICOS 0102163 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$90,964 total
Master's Degree Geology

Master of Science (Geology)

Curtin University

CRICOS 084800F · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$57,772 total
Master's Degree Science

Master of Science (Science)

Curtin University

CRICOS 061489J · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$64,200 total
Master's Degree Public Health

Master of Sexology (Professional)

Curtin University

CRICOS 107629G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$73,479 total
Master's Degree Speech Therapy

Master of Speech Pathology

Curtin University

CRICOS 033868G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$104,857 total
Master's Degree Linguistics

Master of TESOL

Curtin University

CRICOS 0101413 · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$80,320 total
Master's Degree Taxation

Master of Taxation

Curtin University

CRICOS 102741C · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$51,054 total
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Master of Teaching

Curtin University

CRICOS 098318A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$89,956 total

Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate Mass Communication

Graduate Certificate in Arts

Curtin University

CRICOS 098147D · Provider 00301J

⏱ 26 weeks 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$23,260 total
Graduate Certificate Business Administration (MBA)

Graduate Certificate in Business

Curtin University

CRICOS 074652G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 36 weeks 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$23,284 total
Graduate Certificate Computer Science

Graduate Certificate in Computing

Curtin University

CRICOS 107665C · Provider 00301J

⏱ 36 weeks 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$23,490 total
Graduate Certificate Graphic Design

Graduate Certificate in Design

Curtin University

CRICOS 103009A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 26 weeks 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$21,432 total
Graduate Certificate Curriculum & Instruction

Graduate Certificate in Education

Curtin University

CRICOS 102809K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 26 weeks 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$20,830 total
Graduate Certificate Finance

Graduate Certificate in Finance

Curtin University

CRICOS 107683A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 26 weeks 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$16,500 total
Graduate Certificate Marketing

Graduate Certificate in Marketing

Curtin University

CRICOS 044636M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 26 weeks 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$26,026 total

Graduate Diploma

Graduate Diploma Mass Communication

Graduate Diploma in Arts

Curtin University

CRICOS 117065M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$45,518 total
Graduate Diploma Business Administration (MBA)

Graduate Diploma in Business

Curtin University

CRICOS 006112K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$47,048 total
Graduate Diploma Computer Science

Graduate Diploma in Computing

Curtin University

CRICOS 107669K · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$44,980 total
Graduate Diploma Graphic Design

Graduate Diploma in Design

Curtin University

CRICOS 103010H · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$41,864 total
Graduate Diploma Geology

Graduate Diploma in Geoscience

Curtin University

CRICOS 108525G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$50,136 total
Graduate Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences

Graduate Diploma in Health Studies

Curtin University

CRICOS 103850A · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$31,000 total
Graduate Diploma Business Administration (MBA)

Graduate Diploma in Human Resources

Curtin University

CRICOS 051619J · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$51,054 total
Graduate Diploma Chemical Engineering

Graduate Diploma in Metallurgy

Curtin University

CRICOS 054623M · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$49,260 total
Graduate Diploma Geology

Graduate Diploma in Mining

Curtin University

CRICOS 003967J · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$49,740 total
Graduate Diploma Public Health

Graduate Diploma in Sexology

Curtin University

CRICOS 068615G · Provider 00301J

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$49,386 total

Tuition fees & costs

International tuition, per year

A$37,293 – A$51,054/yr

Upper mid-range

Typical course fee

A$43,399

Median of this provider's registered fees

CRICOS provider code

00301J

Registered for 15,650 overseas students

Fees are derived from the international tuition this provider registers against its own courses on the Commonwealth CRICOS register, annualised over each course's registered duration; the range is the 10th to 90th percentile across its undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate courses. Providers may also charge the capped Student Services and Amenities Fee, and you will need Overseas Student Health Cover on top. Always confirm the fee for your specific course with the provider before applying.

Guides for applying to Australian universities

All guides →
Study Guides Why Study in Australia? Rankings, Work Rights and Graduate Outcomes Seven Australian universities sit in the QS world top 100, degrees are taught entirely in English, and eligible graduates can stay and work on a Temporary Graduate visa — here is what studying in Australia actually involves. Application Guides How to Apply to an Australian University: ATAR, UAC and Direct Applications Domestic school leavers apply through a state admissions centre; international applicants apply directly to the university. This is the whole path, from entry requirements to Letter of Offer and Confirmation of Enrolment. Student Visa The Student Visa (Subclass 500) Explained, Step by Step What the Genuine Student requirement asks of you, why you need a CoE and OSHC before you lodge, how much money you must evidence, and how the 48-hours-a-fortnight work rule works.

Admission requirements

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.

Language: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

How to apply

  1. 1Choose a CRICOS-registered course and check its intake — most Australian degrees start in Semester 1 (late February/March) and Semester 2 (July), with some providers adding a November trimester.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.
  3. 3Meet the English language requirement: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.
  4. 4Apply directly to the university (or through a registered education agent), then accept your Letter of Offer and pay the initial fee instalment to be issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
  5. 5Take out Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the length of your stay, then lodge a Student visa (subclass 500) application with the Department of Home Affairs, meeting the Genuine Student requirement and evidencing the current financial capacity amount.

For international students

International students accept a Letter of Offer, pay the first fee instalment and are issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), then apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with the Department of Home Affairs. The application must satisfy the Genuine Student requirement, include Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the full stay and evidence the current financial capacity amount. Student visa holders may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while classes are in session and unrestricted hours during scheduled breaks; eligible graduates can apply for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to work in Australia afterwards.

Read the student visa & residence permit guide →

Scholarships for Curtin students

National and foundation scholarships open to students at Curtin. Because public universities in Australia charge no tuition, these mostly fund living costs.

Full Master's Degree

Australia Awards Scholarships

Australia Awards

Full tuition, return air travel, an establishment allowance, contribution to living expenses, Overseas Student Health Cover and introductory academic programme

Partner countries in the Indo-Pacific, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America Rolling
Full PhD / Doctorate

Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)

Australian Government — Department of Education

Tuition fee offset, an annual living stipend and allowances covering relocation and thesis costs

Domestic and international HDR candidates Rolling
Partial Bachelor's Degree

Destination Australia Program

Australian Government — Department of Education

Up to A$15,000 per year towards study at a regional campus

Domestic and international students at regional campuses Rolling
Full PhD / Doctorate

UNSW Scientia PhD Scholarship Scheme

Australian universities

A stipend above the standard rate, tuition coverage and a dedicated development and travel allowance

Domestic and international PhD candidates Rolling
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Frequently asked questions

What are the admission requirements for Curtin University?

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international a...

How much is tuition at Curtin University?

Tuition is around A$37,293 – A$51,054/yr. Figures are indicative — confirm with the university.

How is Curtin University ranked?

Australia national rank #12 · QS World #183.

What are the English requirements?

International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and soci...

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Last updated 26 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.