Established in 2000, Curtin College has changed the lives of more than 10,000 students by providing them pathway bachelor's and master's degree programs at Curtin University. International students comprise 65% of the total student strength of students enrolled in semester 2, 2020. In total, over 130 students enrolled in semester 2, 2020.
Curtin College has been ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world. It has also partnered with Navitas Professional to provide work placement internships, mentorship, and other services to college graduates. Semester as well as trimester intake for some programs offered by Curtin College. International students may apply to Curtin either directly or through an agent. Online applications are processed on a priority basis and are the quickest way to receive the offer.
The applicant background of students enrolled in semester 2, 2021 is given below:
- Curtin College accepted less than 5 students based on their past higher education study.
- There were 8.4% students accepted based on their past vocational education and training study.
- Less than 5 students were accepted by the college based on their work and life experience.
- It accepted 85 international students. 35 students were accepted only based on ATAR.
Highlights
| Admission portal | Online Portal |
| Application Fee | N/A |
| Minimum TOEFL score | 5.5 - 6.5 |
| Minimum IELTS score | 54-79 |
| Mode of payment | International Bank draft or Net banking |
| Academic calendar | Semester and Trimester based |
| Intake semesters | Semester-wise and Trimester intake based on the Stage(1/2) of course. |
| Work experience | Not required |
| Financial aid | Scholarships |
| Admission Help Desk | admissions@curtincollege.edu.au |
Admission Updates due to COVID
Curtin College is guided by the conviction that the health and well-being of students and employees are far more essential than anything else. As a result, they have committed to comply with the Western Australian Pandemic Plan in order to safeguard their safety.
- There aren’t any changes in application or intake due to COVID at Curtin College.
- The applications are still being accepted, assessed, and processed.
- Curtin College has introduced Digital Campus in order to maintain its educational mission and keep on schedule.
- Digital Campus is a combination of live and recorded/activity-based learning that allows international students from various time zones to stay up with their studies.
- International students who have enrolled at Curtin College and received a Certificate of Eligibility (CoE) are eligible to attend the Digital Campus without a visa.
Curtin College Admission Deadline
Online applications are processed on a priority basis and are the most efficient approach to receive an offer. The date of application is the day on which the college receives the application. So it is preferable if candidates apply to study in Australia as soon as possible.
| Program | Undergraduate | Graduate |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | July 23 | July 23 |
| Trimester 2 | N/A | May 7 |
Curtin College International Student Admission
Curtin College accepts international applications from students from across the world to study in Australia who complete the admission requirements and submit all required documentation on time. The admission requirements differ with the country. Only international students are eligible for the Graduate Certificate and Graduate Preparation Program.
Application Portal: Online Portal
Application Fee: No Fees
How to apply
- Visit the Curtin College official website http://curtincollege.edu.au/how-to-apply/
- The application must be submitted with all required documents on or before the deadline.
- A Letter of Offer will be sent to the candidate if the application is successful. This normally takes upto 2-3 days.
- Candidates must pay the fees after accepting the offer, and an eCoE will be provided confirming their acceptance to Curtin College.
- Students can apply for the visa after they receive the eCoE.
Admission Requirements
The candidates must meet the academic, English language, and pre-requisite entry requirements to enroll in a Curtin College course. The documents required are listed below:
- Certified transcripts
- Diplomas - Class 11 or Class 12 Equivalent
- Graduate Preparation/Certificate - Bachelor’s Degree
- Work and/or life experience,
- Vocational Education and Training (VET)
- English Language Proficiency
- Copy of Passport
- Proof of Financial Support
Country-Specific Requirements
Applicants who are currently in Class 12: Diploma (Stage 2)
| Worldwide Qualification | Diplomas of Built Environment, Commerce, Arts & Creative Industries and Information Technology | Diplomas of Engineering and Health Sciences |
|---|---|---|
| General Certificate of Education (GCE) | Minimum of 2 points from 2 GCE A-Levels subjects (2 AS-Level subjects may be used for 2nd subject) | Minimum of 4 points from 3 GCE A-Levels subjects or 2 points from 1 GCE A-level and 2 points from AS-level |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) | 20 points from 6 IB subjects (one sitting) | 22 points from 6 IB subjects (one sitting) |
| Other Countries Qualification | Diplomas of Built Environment, Commerce, Arts & Creative Industries and Information Technology | Diplomas of Engineering and Health Sciences |
|---|---|---|
| India | 10+2 with 55% | 10+2 with 55% from 4 academic subjects |
| Nepal | 10+2 with 60% | 10+2 with 70% |
| Bangladesh | Bangladesh 10+2 with 50% OR a GPA of 3.0 OR a minimum of 2 points from 2 GCE A-Levels subjects (2 AS-Level subjects may be used for 2nd subject) | Bangladesh 10+2 with 60% OR a GPA of 3.5 OR a minimum of 3 points from 3 GCE A-Levels subjects (2 AS-Level subjects may be used for 3rd subject) |
| Bhutan | Bhutan Certificate of Secondary Education (Class XII) with 55% | Bhutan Certificate of Secondary Education (Class XII) with 65% |
| Sri Lanka | Minimum of 2 points from 2 GCE A-Levels subjects (2 AS-Level subjects may be used for 2nd subject) OR 2 points from 2 Sri Lanka A‐Level | Minimum of 3 points from 3 GCE A-Levels subjects (2 AS-Level subjects may be used for 3rd subject) OR 4 points from 3 Sri Lanka A‐Level |
| China | Senior Middle 3 (Gao San) with 70% average in 4 academic subjects | Engineering: Senior Middle 3 (Gao San) at 75% in 4 academic subjects. Health Science (non-quota): Senior Middle 3 (Gao San) with 75% in 4 academic subjects |
English Language Proficiency Tests Scores
Applicants with non-native English language must prove their English proficiency through exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, and others. The following are the essential eligibility requirements,
| Test | Score Required |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 |
| TOEFL | 54 (R7, L6, S15, W17) |
| PTE-Academic | 42 no score below 36 |
| Curtin English | Gateway with B grade (no skill below C) |
| Linguaskill | 162 (154 in all bands) |
International Student Visa
International students are required to apply for a student visa of Australia once they receive the eCoE. The visa they need to apply for is ‘Student – 500 Visa’. With a student visa, they can study full-time in Australia and work upto 40 hours per fortnight and unlimited hours on semester breaks.
Documents required to apply for Visa:
- A copy of the offer letter,
- A copy of eCoE,
- Valid Passport,
- SOP for visa application
- The visa application fee listed on the Department of Home Affairs website.
Curtin College Undergraduate Admission
Curtain college offers two undergraduate diploma courses (Stage 1 and 2) in various disciplines, to help students to enter the 2nd Year at Curtin University Bachelor’s degree.
Where to Apply: Online
Admission Requirements: Applicants are required to fulfill the following requirements to be eligible for Curtin College admissions.
- Completed Application
- Certified transcripts
- Diplomas - Class 11 or Class 12 Equivalent
- English Language Requirements
After completion of an Australian Year 11 and/or Year 12 (Secondary qualification)
| Built Environment, Commerce, Arts & Creative Industries, and IT | Engineering and Health Science | |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma (Stage 1) | Year 11 with 50% | Year 11 with 50% |
| Diploma (Stage 2) | Minimum ATAR of 50 or AQF Certificate IV or equivalent Foundation Year grades or WAUFP with a CPS of 40 | Minimum ATAR of 60 or equivalent Foundation Year grades or WAUFP with a CPS of 45 |
After completion of an Australian (University) Foundation or Diploma Course (Higher Education Qualification)
| Built Environment, Commerce, Arts & Creative Industries, and IT | Engineering and Health Science | |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma (Stage 1) | Australian Foundation University Course with CWA 45% or GPA 4.5 out of 10 | Australian Foundation University Course with CWA 45% or GPA 4.5 out of 10 |
| Diploma (Stage 2) | WAUFP with CPS of 40 | WAUFP with CPS of 45 |
Curtin College Postgraduate Admission
Curtain College offers Postgraduate Preparation Program (PPP) and Graduate Certificate to help students to enter the 2nd Year at Curtin University Master’s degree. This course is exclusively available only for international students.
Where to Apply: Online
Application Fee: N/A
Admission Requirements: Applicants are required to fulfill the following requirements to be eligible for Curtin College admissions.
- Bachelor’s degree
- Completed Application
- Certified transcripts
English Language Requirements
| Postgraduate Preparation Program (PPP) | English Requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS | IELTS 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 |
| TOEFL | 70 (R12, L11, S17, W20) |
| PTE - Academic | 50 with no score less than 42 |
Curtin College, a top-ranked university in Perth, will send admission letters in less than 2-3 days. If the application form is missing the needed documentation, it may take longer. The college requires that all of the documents presented be legitimate and certified.
FAQ’s
Ques. Does Curtin College provide any financial support during Covid-19?
Yes. Curtain College provides two additional financial support namely: Curtin College Hardship(COVID-19) Fund and Study Perth Crisis Relief(SPCR).
Ques. Does Curtin College English Versant Test meet the English entry requirement?
Yes, the Curtin College English Versant Test satisfies the English requirement for admission. The test must be taken at Curtin College or its registered representatives. The test result will be available within 24hrs. If the candidates have not achieved the required score they can retake it after 2 weeks.
Ques. Can candidates apply for more than one course at Curtin College?
Yes. The candidates can apply for more than one course at Curtin College. However, only one Letter of Acceptance will be issued. The given Letter of Acceptance shall be regarded void if the candidate chooses to change courses.
Ques. How much CRL (Credit for Recognized Learning) will the graduates get toward their Bachelor's degree?
A completed Stage Two Diploma will result in a one-year CRL into Curtin University Bachelor Degree. The Diploma Stage Two units are equivalent to those taught in the first year of a Bachelor's degree program.
Ques. Does Curtin College provide any scholarship?
Curtin College does not provide any full scholarship, however, they do provide partial scholarship namely; Academic Merit Scholarships, Diploma Pathway Scholarship and Curtin English Language Program Subsidy.
