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• As an international student, can I work in Australia while I'm studying?

  As an international student, can I work in Australia while I'm studying?

  You can work up to 40 hours a fortnight while your course is in session (excluding any work undertaken as a registered component of your course of study or training) and you can work unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks. You are not permitted to work until you have started your course.

  If you are undertaking Higher Degree by Research, you have unlimited work rights after you start your Masters by Research or Doctorate course. However, while you are undertaking any preliminary courses, such as an English language course, you can only work a maximum of 40 hours per fortnight.

  Your family members can work up to 40 hours per fortnight, after you have started your course of study in Australia. If you are doing a postgraduate course, such as a Masters degree, your family members can work unlimited hours once you start your study.

  Please refer to the Department of Home Affairs for further information on work conditions for student visa holders.

• Where can I get an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment document if I am an international student?

  Where can I get an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment document if I am an international student?

  If you are a current student and need to apply to renew your student visa to continue your current course of study, please see the Current Students website for information about how to request an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (COE).

  If you have been offered a new course of study, the Curtin International office will issue your COE to you once you have formally accepted your offer and paid your tuition fee deposit. If you need assistance, you may contact the Curtin International office at ci-enquiries@curtin.edu.au.

• Choosing Curtin

  Choosing Curtin

  Curtin’s vibrant culture of innovation and collaboration, globally recognised courses and extensive industry connections will give you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the global workplace. With campuses in Western Australia and around the globe, as well as a network of university partners around the world, Curtin is an international university with a rapidly expanding global footprint.

  Our strong global reputation has seen us rise up the international university rankings in recent years.

  We’re now ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide in the Academic Ranking of World Universities 2019 and have risen to 217th in the world in the QS World University Ranking 2020-21 and to an estimated position of 258th in the world in the 2020 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

  Graduate ready for the job market
  Courses are offered across a wide range of subject areas, and you'll study in technology-rich learning environments that recreate real workplaces, enhancing your studies and giving you hands-on practical experience. You can increase your employability through internships and real-world projects that strengthen your skills and expand your industry knowledge.

  Work-life balance
  Flexible study options mean that you could study on campus, online, part-time or full-time, with some courses offering evening and weekend classes, so you can still work. You could also study part of your course in a different country or different Curtin campus, adding a global dimension to your degree.

  Support when you need it
  We offer a range of support services to help you while you study. Curtin Connect provides study-related assistance, while other support includes health and wellbeing services, a sports centre and gym, a childcare centre, on-campus accommodation and housing services, learning support, prayer rooms and career support.

  Opportunities for research
  Curtin leads a number of major international research projects in a range of subjects and is involved with more than 70 research centres and collaborations. Curtin works with businesses, government and industry, and commercialise innovative ideas. To learn more, visit our Research webpage.

  Experience one of the world's most liveable cities
  Situated on the beautiful western coast, Perth is a safe, picturesque and multicultural city, and is one of the most affordable cities to live in Australia. The city centre is home to Elizabeth Quay, colourful shopping malls, and cafes and restaurants offering cultural cuisine from around the world. The city regularly hosts international sporting competitions as well as music concerts, live entertainment, festivals and performance arts. 

  Be part of the City of Innovation
  With a culture of inclusiveness, diversity and forward thinking, Curtin's Perth campus is undergoing extensive development with the creation of the 'Greater Curtin' city of innovation which will see Curtin transformed into a major innovation precinct in the Asia-Pacific region.

• What are the courses available for international students?

  What are the courses available for international students?

  There are a number of Courses available for international students.  Please refer to 2019 International course fee guide [.pdf – 6.4Mb]. Please note this is subject to change without prior notice.

• What Scholarships are available for future international students?

  What Scholarships are available for future international students?

  Scholarships are part of Curtin's commitment to rewarding academic excellence, supporting research and enabling students from all backgrounds to realise their potential. Curtin International offers a range of innovative scholarships offering students financial assistance amounting up to 25% of first-year tuition fees.

  There are many scholarships on offer to study at Curtin University, some from the university and others from the Australian Government. Scholarships can help you fund your studies in Australia, covering expenses such as tuition fees, accommodation or living costs.

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