Curtin University is Australia’s innovative global university with campuses located around the Indian Ocean region linking Africa, Asia and Australia.
Curtin Mauritius, the only Australian university campus in Africa, represents Curtin’s enduring commitment to higher education partnerships in the region.
At Curtin, we work closely with Africa and African diaspora communities in support of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and stronger Australia–Africa relationships.
Curtin Mauritius – the only Australian university campus in Africa – reflects our long-term commitment to higher education partnerships in the region.
Together with our partners, we advance research that addresses shared challenges, deliver high-quality exchange programs that develop future leaders, and build lasting collaborations between universities, governments, industry and communities.
Curtin Mauritius is the only Australian university campus in Africa, offering high-quality education in commerce, communications, design, health and science. Students gain industry experience through projects and internships that build job-ready skills.
Launched in 2023, Curtin’s Centre for Australia–Africa Relations supports collaboration in research, education and training. It works with government, industry and diaspora communities to strengthen Australia–Africa links and advance literacy and science diplomacy.
The Curtin African Students Association (CASA), also known as Kabila la Watu (“The People’s Tribe”), supports students from the African diaspora through cultural events, networking opportunities and activities that promote inclusion and community.
Curtin is a member of the Australia Africa Universities Network (AAUN), connecting Australian and African universities to support research partnerships, training programs and engagement with government, industry and communities.
Associate Professor David Mickler is Dean Global, Africa and Founding Director of Curtin University’s Centre for Australia–Africa Relations. An international relations scholar, he leads major Australia–Africa education and diplomacy networks and works closely with governments, universities and diaspora communities across Africa and the Indian Ocean region.
Co-chaired by Curtin Mauritius and the University of Mauritius, UNIOR connects universities across the Indian Ocean region to support collaboration, leadership development and sustainable regional growth.
Curtin partners with leading African universities to support staff and student exchange, collaborative research and joint education programs, strengthening long-term education and research connections across the region.
Led by Curtin, this Australian Research Council Discovery Project explores the political and economic contributions of African migrants in Australia to inform policy, strengthen engagement and support future collaboration.
Delivered by Curtin, the Baobab Business Masterclass supports African-Australian entrepreneurs with practical skills in business planning, finance, marketing and strategy to grow confident and sustainable businesses.
Our regional and in-country representatives are here to help you explore courses, understand entry requirements and complete your application.
