Designing Your Business Degree
As a Business student, you’ll be asked to elect your major(s) and/or specialisation(s) by the end of your first semester. This decision shapes your study plan and career direction—so we’ve pulled together everything you need to make an informed choice, all in one place.
Whether you’re confident or unsure, these tools will help you explore your options.
Explore: Major Overviews
Get a feel for each major by hearing from Curtin academics and reading the relevant Career Guide.
Specialisation spotlight
A specialisation is a collection of four units in a specific discipline that helps you build broader skills and knowledge. Explore all the specialisations available to you by visiting the Curtin Handbook.
Dynamic study planner tool
Explore different combinations of majors and specialisations to see what your study plan could look like.
View the study planner
Attend a workshop
Join a Design Your Degree workshop for guided advice on how to explore your options and choose your major. Workshops run throughout the semester, check our socials for dates.
Follow @FBLCurtinDecision making tools
Decision-making workbook
Work through questions and activities to align your interests and goals with a major.
Choose your career path workbook
A deep dive into matching your study options with real-world career pathways.
Ready to elect? Or want to change your major or specialisation?
Step-by-step guide: How to elect your major
A simple guide to help you declare your major or specialisation via eStudent.
How to change your major or specialisation
See: How do I change my major/specialistion FAQ or contact Curtin Connect.
Still unsure?
For personalised help, book a 1:1 appointment.
- Undergrad and Postgrad Academic Advising: fblengagement@curtin.edu.au.
- Career Consultation: curtincareers@curtin.edu.au.
We’re here to help every step of the way.
