Curtin University is an innovative, global university known for its high impact research, strong industry partnerships and commitment to preparing students for the jobs of the future.
Curtin has a global reputation for its quality teaching and research, earning it a place in the top one per cent of universities worldwide in the Academic Ranking of World Universities 2019. The university was also ranked 9th in Australia in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019. The QS World University Rankings places Curtin at 21st globally in a global review of young institutions under 50 years of age.
Overview
About Curtin University
The university boasts a strong global footprint with campuses in Western Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai and Mauritius, and partnerships with more than 130 education institutions. At Curtin, students can gain an internationally recognised qualification while adding a global dimension to their degree.
Students can study undergraduate and postgraduate courses in technology-rich environments and simulated workplace settings. This enhances their learning and gives them practical skills as well as experience before they graduate. Through the university’s industry connections, students can access work placements and internships, enabling them to refine their skills and gain the real-world experience sought by employers.
Outside of the classroom, students are part of a vibrant and inclusive campus, and can participate in sports, social clubs, volunteer work and campus events. These co-curricular activities ensure students gain new experiences, meet new friends and add skills to their CV.
Students can also access a number of support services including health, childcare, housing and additional learning support services.
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Access Support Scholarship
This scholarship is additional support for international students that commence their studies with Curtin in Semester 1 2021 and have to study online due to travel restrictions. Eligible applicants for the Access Support Scholarship will receive AUD$1500 one-off fee remission against their Semester 1 2021 tuition fees for programs at Curtin’s Western Australian campuses. To be eligible, students must be a recipient of either a Merit, Alumni and Family or Australian Year 12 scholarship.
Starter Support scholarship
This scholarship is additional support for students that commence their studies with Curtin in Semester 1 2021 and have to study online due to travel restrictions. Successful applicants for the Starter Support Scholarship that undertake a full-time course load (100 credit points) in Semester 1 2021, will receive AUD$5000 one-off fee remission against their Semester 1 tuition fees for programs at Curtin’s Western Australian campuses.
Teaching quality
At Curtin, teaching is personalised and informative with accomplished academic mentors, making for an excellent learning experience and students enjoy access to high-tech facilities. The university’s teaching quality is recognised with a five-star ranking for overall experience, skills development, teaching quality and learner engagement in the Good Universities Guide 2019.
Teaching methods and interactive facilities help students gain critical and practical thinking skills. The university uses a ‘flipped classroom’ approach, where students collaborate with their peers to discuss and debate issues, and solve problems guided by mentors and advisors.
Classroom learning is industry relevant, enabling students to what they learn to real industry projects. Through the university’s partnerships with companies such as Woodside Energy, BHP, CISCO and Western Australia’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry, students gain exposure to some of the industry’s top employers, while learning key workplace skills, undertaking on-the-ground research and gaining insight into future careers.
