{"id":26182,"date":"2024-09-25T14:26:38","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T06:26:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/?post_type=advice&#038;p=26182"},"modified":"2025-09-01T16:43:03","modified_gmt":"2025-09-01T08:43:03","slug":"the-ultimate-guide-for-parents-of-international-students","status":"publish","type":"advice","link":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/advice\/the-ultimate-guide-for-parents-of-international-students\/","title":{"rendered":"The ultimate guide for parents of international students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Information to help prepare your child to study overseas at Curtin University.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seeing your child head off to study overseas at Curtin University is an exciting time as a parent. Not only will they gain an internationally recognised qualification, they will also gain independence, maturity, new friendships and valuable life experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But it\u2019s also normal to worry about your child during this time \u2013 you want them to be safe, happy and successful while they\u2019re studying and living in Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To support you, we\u2019ve compiled an essential parents\u2019 guide full of information to help you prepare your child to settle into Perth and thrive at Curtin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In this article you&#8217;ll find advice on:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#Australiavisa\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Australiavisa\">Australia student visas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#predepart\">pre-departure essentials<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#arrivingperth\">arriving in Perth<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#curtinsupport\">support for your child at university<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#workinginaus\">working in Australia<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#perthtodo\">things to do in Perth<\/a>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Australiavisa\">What to know about Australia student visas<\/h2>\n\n\n<section\n                class=\"block accordions\" role=\"complementary\"\n        aria-label=\"Accordion\"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n\n    <div class=\"accordions__container\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"applying-for-a-visa\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Applying for a visa<span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"applying-for-a-visa\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p>All international students must have a visa to study at an Australian university. Before applying for a visa, your child needs to accept their offer from Curtin and have received their electronic Confirmation of Enrolment. Then they can apply for their visa.<\/p>\n<p>Your child can apply for their visa through a registered Curtin agent or directly through the <a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-finder\/study\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Australian Department of Home Affairs<\/a> website. The website has a helpful <a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/web-evidentiary-tool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">document checklist tool<\/a> that your child can use to find out which documents they need to supply as part of their visa application.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/advice\/all-you-need-to-know-about-getting-a-student-visa-in-australia\/\">Read more about student visas<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Visa processing times<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Australian Government assesses visa applications on a case-by-case basis, so it\u2019s best for your child to lodge their application as soon as they have accepted their Curtin offer and received their electronic Confirmation of Enrolment.<\/p>\n<p>You can use this <a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-processing-times\/global-visa-processing-times\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">visa processing times guide<\/a> to get an idea of how long your child\u2019s visa may take to process.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"visa-conditions\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Visa conditions<span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"visa-conditions\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p>Your child is responsible for ensuring they have a valid student visa at all times. They must follow the conditions set out in their student visa including study load, course completion, attendance requirements, health cover and work restrictions.<\/p>\n<p>If your child does not adhere to the conditions of their visa, their visa may be cancelled.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/international-students\/living-australia\/student-visas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more about student visa conditions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"health-cover-requirements\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Health cover requirements<span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"health-cover-requirements\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p>All international students must have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) to study in Australia and must maintain this cover for the duration of their stay. Your child needs to provide proof of OSHC as part of their visa application.<\/p>\n<p>OSHC plans will usually cover the medical expenses for doctor (GP) visits, hospital stays, emergency ambulance and some medications.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/international-students\/living-australia\/oshc-insurance\/\">Find out more about OSHC<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>            <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"predepart\">Before your child departs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this quick guide below to make sure your child has the essential things they need before they travel overseas and start their studies at Curtin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For detailed departure information, <a href=\"http:\/\/publications.curtin.edu.au\/international-pre-departure-guide\/page\/1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">download our pre-departure guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_554608741-1000x500.jpeg\" alt=\"A person sits on a bed packing a suitcase. \" class=\"wp-image-26251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_554608741-1000x500.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_554608741-740x370.jpeg 740w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_554608741-480x240.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_554608741-1260x630.jpeg 1260w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_554608741-1520x760.jpeg 1520w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_554608741-1920x960.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Apply for a student visa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"howtoapplyvisa\">All international students must have a visa to study at an Australian university. Read the information above on &#8216;What to know about Australia student visas&#8217;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Book flights and pack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your child has their student visa, they can book their flights to Perth! Your child should make sure they book flights that will arrive in Perth well before their classes start and give them time to attend any orientation events.<\/p>\n\n\n<section\n                class=\"block accordions\" role=\"complementary\"\n        aria-label=\"Accordion\"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n\n    <div class=\"accordions__container\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"what-to-pack\" aria-expanded=\"false\">What to pack<span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"what-to-pack\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Important documents and person items <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>In addition to packing their passport and student visa, your child should also pack a folder with the following documents:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Curtin Letter of Offer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Electronic confirmation of enrolment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Driver\u2019s licence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Birth certificate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Emergency contact details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accommodation reference<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Medical history or prescriptions (if your child requires ongoing medication in Perth).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Your child will also need their banking information and credit cards, and a small amount of cash is useful. They should also think about what personal items they would like to bring with them such as a phone, camera, laptop or jewellery.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Clothes<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>As Australia\u2019s sunniest capital city, Perth residents enjoy an average of 130 blue-sky days a year. In summer (January to March), Perth can be very hot and dry, with an average maximum temperature of 30C. In winter (June to August), days can be cool and wet, with an average maximum temperature of 19C.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Suitable clothing for your child to pack includes T-shirts, shirts, loose pants and shorts\/skirts for summer, and jeans, jumpers\/sweaters and a waterproof jacket for cooler months. Bathers are also a good idea to pack, as well as a formal outfit for events like job interviews.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>            <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Organise accommodation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Curtin offers many on-campus accommodation options for international students in Perth. From the fully catered and supportive environment of St Catherine\u2019s College to the independent living options offered by UniLodge \u2013 there are diverse housing options for you and your child to choose from, depending on budget and living preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You child must be 18 years or older to live on-campus and they need to organise their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/campus-life\/accommodation\/#perth\">on-campus accommodation<\/a> before travelling to Perth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Curtin&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/campus-life\/accommodation\/perth-alternative-options-support\/\">Accommodation Coaches<\/a> provide a range of resources, links and contacts to help with your accommodation search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"arrivingperth\">Arriving in Perth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"We want to welcome you to Perth, Western Australia\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/b54RG91URZ0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personalised welcome service<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as your child lands at Perth International Airport, they can be greeted by a StudyPerth Airport member, who will make them feel welcome and answer any questions they might have. Your child will also receive a Welcome Pack full of complimentary items to help them settle into Perth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.studyperth.com.au\/moving-to-perth\/when-you-arrive\/airport-welcome-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register for an airport welcome<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Airport transfer service<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Curtin offers all newly arriving international students a one-off transport service from the airport to their Perth accommodation. Your child just needs to let us know when they will be arriving, and we will organise the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/personal-support\/international\/before-you-arrive-in-australia\/#pickup\">Learn more about airport pick-up service<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Australia\u2019s airport customs and biosecurity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Australia has strict customs and quarantine laws. It\u2019s important your child understands what items they can bring into the country but need to declare to customs officials, and what items are prohibited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/international-students\/living-australia\/arrival-information\/\">Read more about Australia\u2019s customs and quarantine laws<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"curtinsupport\">Support for your child<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Curtin offers a range of support services to international students to ensure they graduate with an internationally recognised degree while enjoying their time in Perth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1366\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/INT2023-student-bike-lifestyle-perth-vs-article-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"3 students walking on campus and smiling and laughing\" class=\"wp-image-23209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/INT2023-student-bike-lifestyle-perth-vs-article-1-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/INT2023-student-bike-lifestyle-perth-vs-article-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/INT2023-student-bike-lifestyle-perth-vs-article-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<section\n                class=\"block accordions\" role=\"complementary\"\n        aria-label=\"Accordion\"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n\n    <div class=\"accordions__container\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"academic-support\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Academic support<span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"academic-support\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p><strong>Curtin English:<\/strong> Curtin English offers different programs to international students to improve their English speaking, reading and writing skills. Programs are tailored to suit the student\u2019s English language needs and are packaged with their undergraduate program.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Academic skills workshops:<\/strong> UniSkills and the Curtin library provide online and in-person workshops to help students improve their academic abilities in areas such as essay writing, referencing, managing exams and avoiding plagiarism.<\/p>\n<p><strong>One-on-one academic help:<\/strong> New Curtin students are partnered with current Curtin students who can share tips and advice to help them excel in their studies.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/study-support\/skills\/\">Discover our full range of academic support options<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"scholarships\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Scholarships<span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"scholarships\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p>A Curtin scholarship can make a big difference to your child\u2019s goal of achieving a university degree. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/scholarships\/international-scholarships\/\">Learn more about our international student scholarships<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"faith-and-religion\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Faith and religion <span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"faith-and-religion\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p>At Curtin we warmly welcome people of all <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/personal-support\/faith\/\">faiths and religions<\/a> into our diverse community. Your child can engage with faith services and facilities on and around campus including visiting chaplains, multi-faith rooms, student clubs and societies, and religious events.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"health-and-wellbeing\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Health and wellbeing <span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"health-and-wellbeing\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p>Your child has access to a range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/personal-support\/\">health and wellbeing services<\/a> right on campus. These include:<br \/>\n&#8211; general doctor appointments<br \/>\n&#8211; specialised health treatments<br \/>\n&#8211; vaccinations<br \/>\n&#8211; psychology and counselling.<\/p>\n<p>If your child is unsure where to get help, they can contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/personal-support\/counselling-wellbeing\/wellbeing\/\">Student Wellbeing and Advisory Service<\/a>, which provides free and confidential support to Curtin students.<\/p>\n<p>If your child has a disability or physical or mental health condition, Curtin can help ensure they have what they need to undertake their studies successfully.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"friendships-and-community\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Friendships and community<span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"friendships-and-community\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p>Your child will <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/advice\/how-to-make-friends-in-perth\/\">make friendships at Curtin<\/a> that could last them a lifetime. A great way for them to meet new people and connect to their community is to join a sports or social club. They can also join the popular student volunteer group or get involved in year-round Guild events.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"safety-and-security\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Safety and security <span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"safety-and-security\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p>Have peace of mind knowing your child is living and studying in one of Australia\u2019s safest and most liveable cities*. At Curtin, the Safer Community Team is dedicated to keeping students safe on campus. The team is available 24\/7 and provide security escort, mechanical assistance, secure card building access and the SafeZone security app.<\/p>\n<p><em>*June Liveability Survey, Economist Intelligence Unit 2023.<\/em><\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>            <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"workinginaus\">Working in Australia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Working while studying is a great way for your child to earn an income, practise their English and gain life experience. However, there are conditions to working in Australia that your child will need to follow. Conditions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your child can only commence work in Australia after their course starts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your child can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during any study period. This includes volunteer work (unless they are a PhD or masters by research student).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outside of study periods, your child can work unrestricted hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work-integrated Learning (WIL) activities do not count towards the 48 hours limit, as long as the activities are a registered, mandatory part of the course.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/already-have-a-visa\/check-visa-details-and-conditions\/see-your-visa-conditions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">work conditions for student visa holders<\/a>&nbsp;on the Department of Home Affairs&nbsp;website for more information.\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your child also has the same workplace rights and protections as anyone else working in Australia. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.education.gov.au\/rights-international-students-work\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about these rights<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_287065825-1000x500.jpeg\" alt=\"Smiling female waitress takes order or two restaurant visitors.\" class=\"wp-image-26256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_287065825-1000x500.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_287065825-740x370.jpeg 740w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_287065825-480x240.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_287065825-1260x630.jpeg 1260w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_287065825-1520x760.jpeg 1520w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_287065825-1920x960.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"perthtodo\"><strong>Things to do while visiting your child in Perth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Perth is a sunny, safe and relaxed city, known for its beautiful parks and stunning beaches, as well as diverse food and entertainment options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your child has settled into Perth and gained some independence, it\u2019s a great time for you to visit and explore some of the city\u2019s attractions together. Here\u2019s four to get your started:<\/p>\n\n\n<section\n                class=\"block cards-image block--no-indent\"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n\n    \n\n    <div class=\"card-grid\" data-card-size=\"standard\" data-card-count=\"4\" data-card-background=\"white\">\n                    <div id=\"kings-park-and-botanic-gardens\" class=\"card card--image\"\n         data-type=\"img\"><div class=\"card__top image-offset\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Flowers_Kings_Park_Perth-scaled-aspect-ratio-2-1-480x240.jpg\" alt=\"A field of bright pink and white everlasting flowers at Kings Park.\"><\/div><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Kings Park and Botanic Gardens<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Stroll through one the world\u2019s largest and most beautiful parks with stunning city views. Time your visit during spring and be awed by spectacular flora found only in Western Australia. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div id=\"cottesloe-beach\" class=\"card card--image\"\n         data-type=\"img\"><div class=\"card__top image-offset\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_185587935-scaled-aspect-ratio-2-1-480x240.jpeg\" alt=\"White sand and blue waters of Cottesloe beach with the Indiana tearooms in the background.\"><\/div><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Cottesloe Beach <\/h2><\/div><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Perth\u2019s most iconic beach offers white sand, shady pines, ultramarine water and multiple food and drink choices.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div id=\"fremantle\" class=\"card card--image\"\n         data-type=\"img\"><div class=\"card__top image-offset\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/3395315820_61b02db189_c-aspect-ratio-2-1-3-480x240.jpg\" alt=\"Red and white heritage building in Fremantle.\"><\/div><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Fremantle<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Revel in the effortlessly cool vibes of Fremantle, famous for its historic buildings and Fremantle Markets, as well as quieter beaches like Leighton Beach and Port Beach.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div id=\"east-vic-park-food-strip\" class=\"card card--image\"\n         data-type=\"img\"><div class=\"card__top image-offset\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_442521120-scaled-aspect-ratio-2-1-480x240.jpeg\" alt=\"East Vic Park food strip\"><\/div><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">East Vic Park food strip<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Just five minutes from Curtin, this strip along Albany Highway offers a staggering array of cuisines including Lebanese, Nepalese, Uyghur, Filipino, Chinese, Korean and Texan \u2013 take your pick and sate your senses. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Did you know?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Perth shares its time zone (GMT8+) with a quarter of the world\u2019s population, which includes the cities of Beijing, Hong Kong, Manila, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perth\u2019s dialling code is +61 8.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are currently 120 foreign consulates in Perth. These include embassies for China, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Singapore.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/campus-life\/living-perth\/\">Discover more about Perth<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1320\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/INT2023-Perth-city-Perth-study-article-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/INT2023-Perth-city-Perth-study-article-scaled.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/INT2023-Perth-city-Perth-study-article-768x495.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/INT2023-Perth-city-Perth-study-article-1536x990.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perth city skyline taken from Kings Park.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My child\u2019s at Curtin, now what?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats personal insight into what university life is like \u2013 your child might like to watch \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLfuA0e09zQcsSoxieuHcxJ55BcHn82VMU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">I\u2019m at Curtin, now what?<\/a>\u2019 \u2013 a series of YouTube videos hosted by Celena and Devna, two international students who give authentic advice on living in Perth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a parent, seeing your child head off to study at a university in a different country is a big milestone. But you can feel assured that we will support your child throughout their student journey, and make sure they have what they need to do well at Curtin University and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_797855245-1000x500.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_797855245-1000x500.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_797855245-740x370.jpeg 740w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_797855245-480x240.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_797855245-1260x630.jpeg 1260w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_797855245-1520x760.jpeg 1520w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_797855245-1920x960.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Information to help prepare your child to study overseas at Curtin University. 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