University Guide
Curtin University
Named after an erstwhile Prime Minister of Australia, John Curtin, Curtin University is a public research institution based in Perth, Western Australia. Formerly the Western Australian Institute of Technology, CU is the largest university in Australia, boasting a student population of a staggering 59,900 in 2021.
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The overview
The main things you need to know about studying at the Curtin University.
Rankings
According to QS WUR, the CU has been steadily rising in the general rankings, from #331 in 2015 to #193 in 2022. THE logs it a little lower, in the 201-250 band. It does, however, score very highly in the Full-Time MBA Rankings at 14th place.
Employability
Curtin Careers Advisor helps students with their pathway into work after graduation, providing specialist advice on suitable future jobs, skills development, industry placements, and jobs applications. Find out more here.
Fees
The Australian government pays a portion of the tuition fee for Commonwealth supported students. The remaining amount is called the 'student contribution'. Crucially, tuition fees are charged by the undergraduate or postgraduate course units taken per study period and not by the entire course or by the mode of delivery. Find out more here. International Students will likely incur higher fees, depending on the course units.
Bursaries
There are a great number of funding opportunities (nearly 500), with varying eligibility criteria. Many are earmarked for Indigenous students, international students; scholarships are offered both on merit and needs basis, so most students will find they are likely to be eligible for some! Find out more here.
Accommodation
There are six accommodation options managed by the University, some of which are fully catered. Most offer shared ‘apartments,’ though newer-built halls feature studios and en-suite rooms as well. There is also an option to reside in a student village comprised of a number of smaller houses, with limited double-bedroom availability. Find out more here. If you are looking for alternative arrangements, be sure to check out AFS Perth website for some fantastic comfortable, convenient, and affordable student private accommodation!
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Curtin Student Guild run the social calendar of the campus, with many events on daily! They also offer support & advice services and serve as the voice of the student body at the University. The Guild runs and funds all the societies, in addition to the food & beverage outlets. Check out their page here.
Famous for
Notable staff include scientist Peter Newman and writer Kim Scott. Alumni are most well represented in humanities, with Michaelia Cash, the former Attorney General of Australia, Natalia Cooper, journalist at Nine News, or Hannah McGlade, academic, human rights advocate and lawyer.
News
‘Future stars of our region awarded prestigious global scholarships’—read the full story here.
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"Perth is the perfect big city, ticking most boxes any city should, and more! is the 4th largest city in Australia and is incredibly diverse, being made up of over 190 nationalities. It is known as the sunniest city in Australia, so get ready to be pumping with serotonin. And it is fairly affordable, safe, friendly, prosperous, with a very good night scene and just plain beautiful."
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