{"id":29917,"date":"2026-01-14T10:57:41","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T02:57:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/?post_type=oasis-news&#038;p=29917"},"modified":"2026-01-16T08:36:50","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T00:36:50","slug":"your-guide-to-student-support-at-curtin","status":"publish","type":"oasis-news","link":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/oasis-news\/your-guide-to-student-support-at-curtin\/","title":{"rendered":"Your guide to student support at Curtin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Reading time: 2 minutes<\/em><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting uni is exciting, and sometimes a little overwhelming. Curtin has a huge range of support services designed to help you settle in, succeed in your studies and feel connected from day one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the index below to jump to what you need:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id29917_207e7d-b5 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id29917_207e7d-b5 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id29917_207e7d-b5 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id29917_207e7d-b5 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}<\/style>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"study\">Study Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Curtin offers services to help you succeed academically, whether on-campus or online, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>UniPASS<\/strong>: Group study sessions for demanding units.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>UniSkills<\/strong>: Online modules and guides on writing, research, referencing, numeracy, and digital skills.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peer Academic Mentoring (PAMs)<\/strong>: One-on-one peer guidance for assignments and study planning.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Library workshops and study spaces<\/strong>: Workshops on research, writing, and digital skills, plus quiet and group study areas, computer labs, and equipment for loan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Staff are also available if you\u2019re struggling in a unit or need extra guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n<section          class=\"block button-block\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Button block\"\n         data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n<div class=\"block-heading hidden\" data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                <h2 class=\"block-heading__title \" id=\"button-block\">Button block<\/h2>\n            \n                        \n                        \n                            <\/div>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/study-support\/\" class=\"button button--deep-blue\" target=\"_top\">Get study support<\/a>    \n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"personal\">Personal Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Access services that look after your wellbeing, safety and sense of belonging, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Counselling and Wellbeing<\/strong>: Confidential support from anything from settling into university life, to providing you with counselling, resources and advice during crises and other stressful situations.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AccessAbility Services<\/strong>: Adjustments and tailored support for students with disability, chronic illness or caring responsibilities.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Indigenous Student Support<\/strong>: Guidance, mentoring and cultural programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Curtin Careers:<\/strong> Here to support you in planning your career, developing your skills and experience, and applying for work.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Safer Community Team<\/strong>: If you have concerns about the safety, security, or wellbeing of yourself or others, you can contact the Safer Community Team for support. They also offer 24\/7 campus safety and support to handle security issues or emergency situations.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Faith and Religion: <\/strong> Faith services and facilities, including visiting chaplains, multi-faith rooms, student clubs, and religious events for various faiths and denominations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<section          class=\"block button-block\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Button block\"\n         data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n<div class=\"block-heading hidden\" data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                <h2 class=\"block-heading__title \" id=\"button-block\">Button block<\/h2>\n            \n                        \n                        \n                            <\/div>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/personal-support\/\" class=\"button button--deep-blue\" target=\"_top\">Get personal support<\/a>    \n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"international\">International Student Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From acceptance through to graduation,  support is available at every point of your student journey, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Departure essentials<\/strong>, organising your VISA and what to know before moving to Australia.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information about essential utilities, <strong>getting work in Australia<\/strong> and preparing for life in Western Australia.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practical guides with tips and advice on preparing for your<strong> return home.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<section          class=\"block button-block\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Button block\"\n         data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n<div class=\"block-heading hidden\" data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                <h2 class=\"block-heading__title \" id=\"button-block\">Button block<\/h2>\n            \n                        \n                        \n                            <\/div>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/personal-support\/international\/\" class=\"button button--deep-blue\" target=\"_top\">Get international student support<\/a>    \n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"online\">Online Student Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay connected and supported, no matter where you\u2019re studying from, with support including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Local Study Facilities: <\/strong>You might be nearby to a Regional University Study Hub (RUSHs), that can help you access higher education without having to leave your community.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IT Tools and Guides<\/strong>: You have access to a range of online tools, resources, systems and software while studying at Curtin.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Student Wellbeing Online<\/strong>: Remote access to counselling, wellbeing workshops and self-help tools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<section          class=\"block button-block\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Button block\"\n         data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n<div class=\"block-heading hidden\" data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                <h2 class=\"block-heading__title \" id=\"button-block\">Button block<\/h2>\n            \n                        \n                        \n                            <\/div>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/study-support\/online-students\/\" class=\"button button--deep-blue\" target=\"_top\">Get online student support<\/a>    \n<\/section>\n\n\n<section\n        id=\"connect\"        class=\"block block--no-indent article-overlay \"\n        role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Article overlay\"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n    <div class=\"grid\">\n\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/support-curtin-connect-600x335px-1.jpg\" class=\"article-overlay__image\" alt=\"Curtin Connect\">\n        <div class=\"article-overlay__inner\" data-overlay-offset=\"medium\">\n                            <h2 class=\"article-overlay__title\">Curtin Connect<\/h2>\n                                        <div class=\"article-overlay__content content\">\n                    <p><!-- wp:paragraph -->Your one-stop student service hub for quick support and general enquiries.<\/p>\n<p><!-- 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>Help with enrolment, class registration, ID cards, fees, scholarships and official documents.<\/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>Drop in on campus, call, or lodge a request through OASIS at any time.<\/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>Staff are trained across all areas of student administration and can guide you to the right service if you\u2019re not sure where to start.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n                <\/div>\n                                        <ul class=\"article-overlay__links pink-links last-mb0\">\n                                                                    <li>\n                                                            \n                                <a role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/connect\/\" >Get in touch<\/a>\n                                                    <\/li>\n                                    <\/ul>\n                    <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Navigating uni life can be overwhelming, but you\u2019re not alone. 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