About us

Location	Perth, Australia	Funding Type	Public
No of Students	58000	Establishment	University
Founded In	1966	Estimated Cost of Living	29710 AUD
Address	Kent Street, Bentley, Perth, Western Australia 6102

Curtin University is a popular study destination, globally recognised for its strong connections with industry, high-impact research and a wide range of innovative courses.

With over 58,000 students from around the globe, Curtin is ranked as one of the world’s most international universities and the 9th nationally in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Curtin’s accredited and internationally recognised courses are delivered in a supportive, student-focused learning environment, allowing you to tailor your studies to your professional ambitions.

Curtin University is renowned for producing career-ready graduates who aspire to make tomorrow better. Courses have a practical focus to give you valuable real-world experience and increase your employability upon graduation. Learn from experienced teaching staff and benefit from exposure to industry through field trips, internships, practical assignments, guest lecturers and networking events. 

Curtin values

Integrity
To act ethically, honestly and with fairness.

The characteristics of integrity:

• Honour commitments.
• Engender trust through openness honesty and consistency.
• Lead by example and act with due care.
• Make informed decisions and be accountable for outcomes.

Respect
To listen, value and acknowledge.

The characteristics of respect:

• Ensure safety, health and wellbeing are paramount.
• Act professionally with courtesy and consideration of others.
• Give and be responsive to constructive feedback.
• Value diversity and promote equity and inclusion.

Courage
To lead, take responsibility and question.

The characteristics of courage:

• Embrace challenges and opportunities with agility and purpose.
• Support intellectual freedom and value bold ideas.
• Take ownership of decisions and learn from experience.
• Live our values and uphold our signature behaviours.

Excellence
To strive for excellence and distinction.

The characteristics of excellence:

• Reflect, learn and improve.
• Advance creativity and innovation.
• Offer exceptional levels of service.
• Acknowledge success and the achievements of others.

Impact
To empower, enable and inspire.

The characteristics of impact:

• Deliver outcomes that make a difference.
• Inspire others to fulfil their potential.
• Work together to achieve common goals.
• Build partnerships that create opportunities.