Curtin University

Curtin University is a public university in Australia offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. The university is known for its practical approach to learning, strong links with industry, and research activities in key fields. Its programs are designed to equip students with relevant knowledge and skills for professional careers in Australia and internationally.

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1. QS World University Rankings 2026: Top global universities

A public university in Perth, Australia, ranked 183rd in the QS World University Rankings 2026, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs with strengths in engineering, business, health, and science.

Rank	Australian University
138	Macquarie University
125	RMIT University
183	Curtin University
226	Queensland University of Technology
227	The University of Newcastle, Australia

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2. Get to Know Curtin University: Key Statistics at a Glance

Here is a table summarizing key statistics for Curtin University, including its year of establishment, location, campuses, academic staff, student population, number of courses offered, and alumni.

Category	Stats
Year of Establishment	1966
Location	Perth, Western Australia
Campuses	Bentley Kalgoorlie Margaret River
Academic Staff	2,000+
Student Population	58,000+
Number of Courses	400+
Alumni	250,000+

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3. Curtin University: What Makes It Stand Out

Curtin University is known for its practical programs, strong industry links, and diverse international community, offering students supportive learning and career-focused opportunities.

Feather	Description
International Student Support	Curtin provides dedicated support services to assist international students with visa matters, accommodation, orientation, and academic integration.
Cultural Diversity	A multicultural campus with students from many countries, creating an inclusive and welcoming learning environment.
Career Development Opportunities	Industry connections, internships, and career services that help students gain practical experience and improve employability.
Global Learning Experiences	Exchange programs, study tours, and international opportunities that provide global exposure.
Student Life and Engagement	Active campus life with clubs, societies, sports, and events for a well-rounded university experience.

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4. Application Dates at Curtin University

The university offers semester and trimester intakes each year. Application deadlines and start dates vary by program.

Note: Some courses may have earlier closing dates and research degrees may have separate research periods.

Semester	Applications	Start Dates
Semester 1	Early February	Late February
Semester 2	Early July	Late July

Trimester	Start Dates
Trimester 1	Early January
Trimester 2	Early May
Trimester 3	Early August

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5. Admission Requirements at Curtin University

Entry requirements depend on the program and level of study. General academic and English language standards apply, with additional program-specific criteria.

Note: the actual requirements may vary depending on the specific program and faculty.

Qualification	IELTS	Admission Requirements
Bachelor's degree	6.0 (no band less than 6.5)	Year 12 with ATAR Program-specific requirements
Master's degree	6.0 (no band less than 6.5)	Bachelor's degree Program-specific requirements

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6. Pathways to Curtin University: Curtin English and Curtin College

Curtin English offers English language programs to help students improve their proficiency and meet university entry requirements, with courses designed for academic preparation and international student support.

English Program	Duration	English Entry Requirements	Graduate
General English Elementary	10 weeks	3.0	General Pre-intermediate
General English Pre-intermediate	10 weeks	3.5	General English Intermediate
General English Intermediate	10 weeks	4.0	General English Intermediate Plus
General English Intermediate Plus	10 weeks	4.5	Gateway
Gateway English	6 weeks 12 weeks 18 weeks 24 weeks	5.0	Curtin College or English Language Bridging
English Language Bridging	2 weeks 10 weeks (Core) 10 weeks (Advance) 16 weeks 17 weeks	5.5	Curtin university or Curtin College

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Curtin College offers diploma programs that provide pathways to undergraduate degrees at Curtin University, helping students prepare academically for their chosen fields of study.

Diplomas (Stage 1)	Duration	Intake	IELTS	Entry Requirements
Architecture & Construction	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	Feb, Jun, Oct	​5.5 (5.0)	Year 11
Business & Commerce	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	Feb, Jun, Oct	​5.5 (5.0)	Year 11
Communication, Design & Arts	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	Feb, Jun, Oct	​5.5 (5.0)	Year 11
Computer Science & IT	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	Feb, Jun, Oct	​5.5 (5.0)	Year 11
Engineering	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	Feb, Jun, Oct	​5.5 (5.0)	Year 11
Health Sciences	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	Feb, Jun, Oct ** Check the website for each major	​5.5 (5.0) 6.0 (6.0) for Nursing	Year 11

Diplomas (Stage 2)	Duration	Intake	IELTS	Entry Requirements
Architecture & Construction	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	​Feb, Jun, Oct	​​6.0 (6.0)	Year 12
Business & Commerce	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	​Feb, Jun, Oct	​​5.5 (5.5)	Year 12
Communication, Design & Arts	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	​Feb, Jun, Oct	​​5.5 (5.5) 6.0 (6.0) (Mass Communications)	Year 12
Computer Science & IT	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	​Feb, Jun, Oct	​​5.5 (5.5)	Year 12
Engineering	​2-3 Trimesters (8-12 months)	​Feb, Jun, Oct	​​5.5 (5.5)	Year 12
Health Sciences	​2 Semesters (12 months)	Feb, Jun, Oct ** Check the website for each major	​​6.0 (6.0) 6.5 (6.0) (Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, and Physiotherapy) 6.5 (6.5) (Nursing)	Year 12

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7. Study Areas at Curtin University

The following table provides an overview of the different study areas available for undergraduate and graduate programs at Curtin University.

Study Areas	Undergraduate Degree	Postgraduate Degree
Agriculture, environment and sustainability	Advanced Science (Honours) Agribusiness Science	Environment and Climate Emergency Science (Agriculture and Food Security) Science (Food Science and Technology)
Architecture and construction	Architectural Science Construction Management Interior Architecture (Honours) Urban and Regional Planning	Architecture Urban and Regional Planning
Arts, design, culture and creative industries	Arts Communications Creative Arts Design	Arts Design Global Engagement Global Engagement (Advanced) Human Rights and Global Engagement Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies International Security International Relations Multimedia Journalism Multimedia Journalism (Global)
Business, management and law	Advanced Commerce (Honours) Business Administration Commerce Innovation Laws	Business Administration Business Administration (Advanced) Commerce Innovation and Entrepreneurship Minerals and Energy Economics Professional Accounting Project Management Science (Project Management) Taxation
Education	Early Childhood Education Primary Education Secondary Education Educational Studies	Arts (Applied Linguistics) Education Teaching (Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary TESOL
Engineering, mining and surveying	Engineering (Honours) Mine and Engineering Surveying Science Surveying (Honours)	​Engineering Management Professional Engineering
Health	Advanced Biomedical Sciences (Honours) Biomedical Science Exercise and Sport Science Health Promotion Health, Safety and Environment Health Sciences Laboratory Medicine Medical Radiation Science Medicine and Surgery Midwifery Nursing Nutrition Occupational Therapy (Honours) Oral Health Therapy Paramedicine Pharmacy (Honours) Physiotherapy (Honours) Psychology Psychology and Human Resource Management Speech Pathology (Honours) Social Work	Advanced Practice Clinical Exercise Physiology Clinical Physiotherapy Clinical Psychology Dietetics Health Administration Midwifery Nursing Practice Occupational Therapy Doctor of Physiotherapy (Extended Master) Psychology (Professional) Public Health Public Health (Practice) Sexology (Professional) Social Work (Qualifying) Speech Pathology
Information technology	Advanced Science (Honours) Computing Information Technology Science	Artificial Intelligence Computing Cyber Security Information Systems and Technology Predictive Analytics Professional Engineering
Physical sciences, geoscience and mathematics	Actuarial Science Advanced Science (Honours) Applied Geology Multidisciplinary Science Science	Geospatial Intelligence Geoscience Science (Actuarial and Financial Science) Science (Industrial Engineering)