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Where to apply
If you’d like some help with applying or information on pathways and courses, please contact Curtin Admissions and our friendly staff will be able to assist you.
Apply via TISC
Looking to study at Curtin in 2024?
Submit your course preferences via TISC with Curtin as your first preference from 1 May 2023.
Apply direct to Curtin
Direct entry applications for 2023 are open from 16 January – 19 February 2023.
There are no further TISC rounds for first semester 2023, however select courses are open for you to apply until 19 February. Search our courses to find out more and start your direct application today!
Admission criteria
You must have achieved the following admission criteria prior to submitting your application.
Find out if you’re eligible for credit
If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning which exempts you from studying those units.
Where to apply
If you’d like some help with applying or information on pathways and courses, please contact Curtin Admissions and our friendly staff will be able to assist you.
Apply via TISC
Did you know that TISC applications are not only for high school leavers?
Whether you’re a mature-age student, a former TAFE student, or have undertaken studies at another university, you should complete your application through TISC.
Submit your course preferences for 2024 via TISC with Curtin as your first preference from 1 May 2023.
Apply direct to Curtin
Direct entry applications for 2023 are open from 16 January – 19 February 2023.
There are no further TISC rounds for first semester 2023, however select courses are open for you to apply until 19 February. Search our courses to find out more and start your direct application today!
Admission criteria
You must have met the following admission criteria prior to submitting your application.
You can either gain admission on the basis of your year 12 results, your previous studies at TAFE or another VET provider, or via an alternative pathway.
You will also need to meet our English language requirements.
Course-specific requirements
Ensure you also meet any specific requirements for your chosen course such as a portfolio submission.
Find out if you’re eligible for credit
If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning which exempts you from studying those units.
Where to apply
If you’d like some help with applying or information on pathways and courses, please contact Curtin Admissions and our friendly staff will be able to assist you.
Apply via TISC
Did you know that TISC applications are not only for high school leavers?
Whether you’re a mature-age student, a former TAFE student, or have undertaken studies at another university, you should complete your application through TISC.
Submit your course preferences for 2024 via TISC with Curtin as your first preference from 1 May 2023.
Apply direct to Curtin
Direct entry applications for 2023 are open from 16 January – 19 February 2023.
There are no further TISC rounds for first semester 2023, however select courses are open for you to apply until 19 February. Search our courses to find out more and start your direct application today!
Admission criteria
You must have achieved the following admission criteria prior to submitting your application.
You must have achieved one of the following qualifications:
- Advanced Diploma
- Diploma
- Certificate IV
Read more about applying with your TAFE qualifications.
You will also need to meet our English language requirements.
Course-specific requirements
Ensure you also meet any specific requirements for your chosen course such as a portfolio submission.
Find out if you’re eligible for credit
If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning, which exempts you from studying those units.
Where to apply
If you’d like some help with applying or information on pathways and courses, please contact Curtin Admissions and our friendly staff will be able to assist you.
Apply via TISC
Did you know that TISC applications are not only for high school leavers?
Whether you’re a mature-age student, a former TAFE student, or have undertaken studies at another university, you should complete your application through TISC.
Submit your course preferences for 2024 via TISC with Curtin as your first preference from 1 May 2023.
Apply direct to Curtin
Direct entry applications for 2023 are open from 16 January – 19 February 2023.
There are no further TISC rounds for first semester 2023, however select courses are open for you to apply until 19 February. Search our courses to find out more and start your direct application today!
Admission criteria
You must have met the following admission criteria prior to submitting your application.
Admission is based on either your results from your previous studies at university, year 12 or previous studies at TAFE or another VET provider.
Previous studies at university
You must have successfully completed one of the following:
- A Curtin enabling or bridging course.
- The first year of a bachelor degree course at another Australian university.
- Four degree-level units via Open Universities Australia and met Curtin’s English language proficiency requirements.
- Four degree-level units at an Australian university and met Curtin’s English language proficiency requirements.
You must also meet any specific requirements for your chosen course.
High school results
You must have achieved the following:
1. Graduated from secondary school: Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) or equivalent interstate qualification.
2. Attained the ATAR score for your chosen course: Minimum or guaranteed ATAR score or equivalent. Year 12 WACE results are valid indefinitely and scores from 1992 onwards can be converted using the TISC ATAR calculator.
3. Achieved a scaled score of at least 50 your subjects: English ATAR, Literature ATAR or English as an Additional Language/Dialect ATAR, and the prerequisite ATAR subjects specific to your chosen course.
Admission to some Curtin courses is competitive and attaining the minimum ATAR may not guarantee admission.
Previous studies at TAFE or another VET provider
You must have achieved one of the following qualifications:
- Advanced Diploma
- Diploma
- Certificate IV
Read more about applying with your TAFE qualifications.
You must also satisfy our English language proficiency requirements, through options such as completing certain TAFE communication units or the STAT test.
Course-specific requirements
Ensure you also meet any specific requirements for your chosen course such as a portfolio submission.
Find out if you’re eligible for credit
If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning, which exempts you from studying those units.
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