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Curtin University

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Curtin University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Curtin University is a public university in Australia, based in Bentley, Perth, Western Australia. It suits students who want a bachelor’s-level option across several broad fields and are looking at a large university in the country’s higher-education market.

  2. What you can study

    Curtin offers 8 bachelor’s degree programmes: Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Innovation, Bachelor of Education (Primary), Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science (Health Sciences), Bachelor of Psychology, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), and Bachelor of Science (Science). If you are comparing undergraduate options, this is a bachelor’s-only selection in the subjects listed here; the wider programme catalogue should be checked on the university website.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and confirm the entry requirements for the specific bachelor’s degree they want. Check the official site for academic requirements, any documents needed for overseas qualifications, English language requirements, deadlines, and how to submit supporting records.

  4. What it costs

    Curtin does not publish a fee range in the available information; confirm the current tuition fee for your chosen programme with the admissions office. Living costs in Perth will also depend on your housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated and should be confirmed on the official website before applying. Before you submit an application, check visa requirements, English language conditions, tuition payment rules, accommodation options, and whether your previous qualifications meet entry requirements.

  6. How it compares

    Australia has 59 universities, and Curtin stands out within that group as a public research university with a large student body and a bachelor’s-level offer across commerce, education, arts, science, psychology, engineering, and innovation. For an international applicant, that makes it a broad undergraduate choice rather than a small specialist institution, but the exact fit depends on the programme and entry requirements.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Curtin University

What type of university is Curtin University?

Curtin University is a public university in Australia.

Where is Curtin University based?

It is based in Bentley, Perth, Western Australia.

What degree level does Curtin University list?

It lists Bachelor’s Degree programmes.

How many universities are there in Australia in this comparison set?

There are 59 universities in Australia.

Overview

Curtin University 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 Western Australia's largest university, with 58,607 students in 2022.

Programs at Curtin University

16 programs across 1 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Bachelor of Arts

Curtin University

⏱ 3 or 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Bachelor of Arts

Curtin University

⏱ 3 or 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Bachelor of Commerce

Curtin University

⏱ 3 or 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Bachelor of Commerce

Curtin University

⏱ 3 or 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Bachelor of Innovation

Curtin University

⏱ 3 or 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Bachelor of Innovation

Curtin University

⏱ 3 or 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology

Curtin University

⏱ 3 or 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology

Curtin University

⏱ 3 or 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Australia.

Scholarships at Curtin University

Partial

Curtin Excellence Scholarship

Big Sandy Community and Technical College

The Excellence scholarship offers support ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 in value.

Open Rolling
Partial

Curtin STAR Scholarship

Big Sandy Community and Technical College

A cash payment ranging between $500 and $1,500 per semester, running the expected duration of your undergraduate degree.

Open Rolling
Full

John Curtin Scholarship Program (JCSP)

Big Sandy Community and Technical College

This program includes the John Curtin Undergraduate Scholarship and Julia Gillard Women in Leadership Scholarship, providing course fee coverage, international study, and an annual $2,000 payment.

Open Rolling

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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