Curtin University

Curtin University is the large public university based in Perth (Bentley campus) with a global network in Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai, Mauritius and Colombo. Students ask us most about the Curtin University campus experience, Curtin University semester dates and calendar, careers support, world ranking, fees, scholarships, acceptance rate, and how international students are supported.

Below is a clear, scannable view based on our research at PickMyUni, with quick tables and calls to action so you can go deeper on each topic via its dedicated guide.

Curtin University Campuse

What students care about: lively Perth location, modern study spaces, sport facilities, accommodation, and global campus options.

• Perth (Bentley) base: Curtin Perth sits ~6 km south-east of the CBD, with libraries, 24/7 Abacus computer labs, makerspaces, and collaboration hubs (e.g., Building 418).

• Sport & life: Curtin Stadium has a three-court indoor arena, gym, classes and outdoor fields; on-campus accommodation is a 5–10 minute walk from the centre of campus.

• Global footprint: Curtin operates campuses across Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai, Mauritius and Colombo, giving transfer options and shared curricula.

Quick campus Overview

Want photos, maps and student tips? Explore Curtin campus guide for the full gallery and neighborhood guide.

Curtin University Calendar and Semester Dates

Curtin publishes an official Academic Calendar (up to three years ahead) with orientation, teaching, census, exam and holiday periods. For 2025–2028 dates, use the current students calendar; note that from 2026 there’s an extra non-teaching week in Semesters 1 and 2. 

Curtin University semester dates

Academic Calendar (2025–2028 PDF) on the official site. 

Tip: Always confirm census date and exam window for your exact course/teaching period before locking travel or work.

Curtin University Careers

Curtin’s Careers team offers drop-in Careers Conversations, in-person and phone appointments, workshops and employer events. 

You can reach Careers at careers@curtin.edu.au or (08) 9266 7802, and visit the careers hub in Building 101 (Perth). Alumni can also book one-to-one consultations and use job-readiness toolkits. 

Our PickMyUni students report faster internship placement when they engage the Careers service early (CV check + mock interview + networking events in first semester).

Checkout Curtin careers information for career service , timelines by degree, and a prep checklist you can copy.

Curtin University World Ranking

Curtin appears in major global tables and is often cited for industry links and international outlook.

Ranking snapshot

Our take at PickMyUni: QS places Curtin in the global top 200; THE shows strong research quality and international metrics. Shortlist Curtin confidently for STEM, business and applied fields if rankings are part of your decision mix. 

Curtin University Fees

Curtin uses course-based pricing for international students. Actual tuition depends on your course, and the university provides a Fee Calculator to estimate annual charges. Domestic fees follow unit-based rules with Commonwealth support in eligible UG spots.

How to read fees like a pro (2 steps):

1. Check the Fee Calculator with your exact course title and study load (full-time vs part-time).

2. Add one-offs (OSHC, student services & amenities, materials) and living costs in Perth.

We’ve built sample budgets by degree on our Curtin fees guide—use them before you accept your offer.

Curtin University Scholarships

Curtin offers a broad set of scholarships for domestic and international students. Flagships for international applicants include the Curtin Global Merit Scholarship, commonly advertised as 20% off tuition for the duration of the course (eligibility rules apply). Explore the central scholarship guides (Domestic and International) for current intakes. 

Curtin Scholarship Overview

Shortlist live offers on our Curtin scholarships guide; we track open/closing dates and eligibility changes.

Curtin University international students

Curtin highlights international student support from pre-arrival to graduation: orientation, wellbeing advisors, study skills, and referral services through Student Wellbeing and Curtin Connect. If you need help, call 1300 222 888 (or +61 8 9266 5888 from overseas) or visit Building 102 on the Perth campus. 

Curtin University acceptance rate (what’s real)

Curtin doesn’t publish a single official acceptance rate. Independent aggregators commonly estimate ~50–60% (programs vary by competitiveness). Treat any single number as a guide only; entry depends on your course, academics and English requirements. 

Curtin University contact details

Most-used contacts

Curtin University important dates 

For 2025 at Curtin (Perth/Bentley),

• O-Week runs Mon 17–Fri 21 Feb,
• teaching starts Mon 24 Feb,
• census Fri 21 Mar,
• exams Mon 2–Fri 13 Jun,
• results Wed 2 Jul;

Semester 2 O-Week is

• Mon 14–Fri 18 Jul,
• teaching starts Mon 21 Jul,
• census Fri 15 Aug,
• exams Mon 27 Oct–Fri 7 Nov,
• results Wed 26 Nov.

Offshore/partner campuses may run trimesters—(e.g., Curtin Dubai lists

• Trimester 1 starting Mon 6 Jan 2025 (census Fri 31 Jan),
• Trimester 2 starting Mon 5 May (census Fri 30 May), and
• Trimester 3 starting Mon 1 Sep (census Fri 26 Sep), with end dates 11 Apr, 8 Aug and 8 Dec and results on 23 Apr, 20 Aug and 17 Dec).

Always check your specific teaching period.

Final nudge from PickMyUni

Ready to compare courses or switch? PickMyUni helps you line up Curtin University fees, scholarships, and semester dates against other Australian options, then connects you to experts for a course transfer if you need it. Start on the Curtin guide at PickMyUni and jump into the dedicated sections linked above.