Overview
Curtin University (previously as Curtin University of Technology and Western Australian Institute of Technology) is an Australian public research university based in Bentley, Perth, Western Australia. It is named after John Curtin, Prime Minister of Australia from 1941 to 1945, and is the largest university in Western Australia, with 58,607 students in 2022.
WAIT was established in 1966. Curtin was conferred university status after legislation was passed by the Parliament of Western Australia in 1986. Since then, the university has expanded its presence and has campuses in Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai and Mauritius, and has ties with 90 exchange universities in 20 countries. The university comprises five main faculties with over 95 specialists centres. It had a campus in Sydney from 2005 to 2016.
Curtin undergraduate degrees come in many different study areas which include agriculture, architecture and construction, business, management and law, culture, language and indigenous, education, engineering and mining, health, information technology and computing and physical sciences and mathematics. Undergraduate students have the option to study on-campus or through distance education.
Aside from all these, Curtin also offers double degrees. Studying for two degrees at once means that students can graduate with double the amount of qualifications, but it won’t take them double the time. A double degree increases students’ skills and knowledge across two different learning areas and gives them more career opportunities and choices.
Being a multicultural community, Curtin University has prepared support services for overseas students. Before leaving home, students can access a pre-departure guide with information such as visa arrangement, accommodation, budget planning and how to find part-time work. The university offers airport reception from the airport to anywhere within the metropolitan area. Students will also be advised accordingly on short term housing options.
Orientations and counselling services are offered to assist students settle into life at the university. Academic support through free workshops and online programs are made available for students to help them improve their study skills. In addition, English language support through the UniEnglish program is available.
Curtin has a number of scholarships open to students, including merit-based, needs-based and industry supported. These scholarships range from one-off cash payments to full fee grants and are subject to students fulfilling key requirements such as academic performance and work or volunteer experience.
A range of scholarships are on offer for undergraduate and postgraduate students, either for coursework or research. Each year, Curtin awards a small number of scholarships to high achieving students who reflect the qualities of John Curtin, one of Australia’s great Prime Ministers. Indigenous student scholarships, international scholarships and prestigious scholarships are also available at Curtin.
21,767 Students
Location
Learning
Courses Available
- Architecture, Building, Planning and Design
- Arts
- Biology and Biomedical Sciences
- Business and Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- Environment
- Health and Nursing
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Information Technology and Computer Science
- Law and Legal Studies
- Veterinary, Agricultural and Food Sciences
Applying
How to Apply?
For International Students
(in lieu of IELTS)
Deadlines and Important Dates
Cost and Scholarships
Types of Scholarships Available
Scholarships
Global Curtin Scholarships – Merit Scholarship
| Total Worth | 25% off their first year of tuition |
|---|---|
| Eligibility and Requirements | This scholarship is only for: 1.International, fee-paying, non-sponsored students of any nationality except Australian 2.Students who have met or exceeded the higher academic cut-off score determined by Curtin specific to this Scholarship 3.Students commencing studies at Curtin’s Western Australia campuses for the first time in 2024 4.Students commencing a full Curtin undergraduate or master by coursework program (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery excluded) |
| Application Deadline | -- |
| Other Details | Curtin University strives to give high achieving students around the world the opportunity to pursue their ambitions and gain a world-class education. Through the Merit Scholarship, Curtin rewards our international students who are eligible. No separate scholarship application is required. |
Curtin International Scholarships - Alumni & Family Scholarship
| Total Worth | 25% off their first year of tuition |
|---|---|
| Eligibility and Requirements | This scholarship is only for: 1.International, fee-paying, non-sponsored students of any nationality except Australian 2.Students commencing studies at Curtin’s Western Australia campuses in 2024 3.Students commencing a full Curtin undergraduate or master by coursework program (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery excluded) 4.Students who themselves or their siblings/parents/children are Curtin Alumni (must have completed a whole qualification) OR; their sibling, parent or child have a current enrolment in an academic program at Curtin's Western Australia campuses |
| Application Deadline | -- |
| Other Details | Curtin University has an expanding alumni community and is pleased to offer the Alumni and Family Scholarship to our international students. No separate scholarship application is required. |
Curtin International Scholarships - Australian Year 12 Scholarship
| Total Worth | 25% off their first year tuition fee |
|---|---|
| Eligibility and Requirements | This scholarship is only for: 1.International, full fee-paying, non-sponsored students of any nationality except Australian 2.Students commencing studies at Curtin’s Western Australia campuses in 2024 3.Students commencing a full Curtin undergraduate program (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery excluded) |
| Application Deadline | -- |
| Other Details | Curtin University understands there is a growing body of international students around the world studying for an Australian high school certificate. In support of this cohort, this scholarship aims to assist international students who successfully complete an Australian high school qualification either in Australia or overseas. Curtin offers an extensive range of undergraduate programs and this scholarship will help these students to pursue their dreams and continue their education association with Australia. No separate scholarship application is required. |