Humanities Curtin Extra programs
While you’re studying for your Curtin Humanities degree, there are plenty of ways for you to get more involved with your course and your passions, all while developing your professional and personal expertise.
You may be eligible to receive Curtin Extra recognition for your participation in these approved programs.
Curtin’s Hayman Theatre has a long tradition of producing 4 major theatre
productions annually. These productions follow professional practice and give
students enrolled in Theatre Arts units the opportunity to work with Theatre
industry professionals through performing, lighting and sound, costume, props,
set design and construction, stage management, backstage work or assistant
directing
Stream: Professional Development
For more information: email haymantech@curtin.edu.au
For almost 50 years, the on-campus Hayman Theater Company has provided opportunities for students to direct plays (45-50 mins) for a public audience in the Lunchtime and Sunday Night Theater program. This is a student-led initiative running in Semesters One and Two. Students can choose to direct an existing play or devise and write their own.
Stream: Professional Development
For more information: email helen.trenos@curtin.edu.au
Ignite Mentoring is a student-run, not-for-profit organisation that aims to deliver dynamic and engaging soft-skill mentoring programs to high schools in low-socioeconomic backgrounds. Curtin students can participate as mentors, coordinators or as part of the leadership team. Mentors work with a group of high school students and help to deliver one of the Ignite’s programs in areas such as resilience, careers and English as a Second Language.
Stream: Social Impact
For more information: visit Ignite Mentoring or email info@ignitementoring.org
The Professional Related Experience (PRE) Program provides pre-service teachers with voluntary, real-world opportunities to develop skills and gain insight into the teaching profession. The program allows students to engage in meaningful activities beyond the classroom and professional placements, building confidence and practical understanding of educational environments.
Participants complete self-directed experiences such as volunteering in schools, early learning centres, or educational organisations, supporting learning initiatives, assisting with co-curricular programs, or contributing to mentoring and community outreach projects. These activities help students strengthen their professional identity and develop key attributes such as initiative, collaboration, communication, and service.
Through the PRE Program, pre-service teachers enrich their professional profile and prepare to enter the teaching profession as capable, committed, and community-minded educators.
Stream: Professional Development
For more information: soestudentengagement@curtin.edu.au
This program complements the School of Education’s Bachelor of Education and Master of Teaching courses and is designed to support strongly performing pre-service teachers to build their confidence, personal style, and leadership capabilities.
Program content
The Level One Teacher Invest Program | Teacher Identity is designed to support aspirational, high-achieving pre-service teachers in developing a strong and authentic teacher identity. The program focuses on helping students deepen their understanding of their professional values, strengths, resilience, and commitment to the teaching profession.
Participants engage in a blend of structured and self-directed professional learning opportunities, including:
- Directed reading and online modules aligned to the Teacher Identity theme, encouraging reflective practice and personal growth.
- A full-day professional learning workshop, offering opportunities to connect with peers, engage with experienced educators, and explore the qualities that shape effective teachers.
- Self-determined learning activities chosen by the participant, such as external workshops, webinars, agency-led learning, or sessions from the School of Education’s Professional Learning Hub. All activities must be pre-approved by the program coordinator to ensure relevance and quality.
Together, these components help pre-service teachers strengthen their sense of self as emerging professionals and prepare them for meaningful engagement in their future teaching careers.
Stream: Professional Development
Check your eligibility: Teacher Invest Level 1 eligibility requirements [.pdf 2,743 kB]
For more information: soestudentengagement@curtin.edu.au
This program complements the School of Education’s Bachelor of Education and Master of Teaching courses and is an industry-facing program designed to support strongly performing pre-service teachers to consolidate their professional teaching and leadership capabilities as they prepare to enter the teaching profession.
Program content
The Level 2 Teacher Invest Program | Your Career is designed to support aspirational, high-performing pre-service teachers in deepening their professional knowledge, leadership potential, and readiness for the transition into the education workforce. The program focuses on broad professional understandings, sector awareness, and the development of networks that enhance future employability.
Participants engage in a combination of structured and self-directed professional learning opportunities, including:
- Directed reading and online modules aligned to the Your Career theme, supporting the development of professional awareness, leadership capabilities, and sector readiness.
- A full-day professional learning workshop, providing opportunities to connect with professionals in the education sector, explore career pathways, and develop leadership confidence.
- Self-determined learning activities selected by the participant, such as external workshops, webinars, agency-based learning, or sessions from the School of Education’s Professional Learning Hub. All activities must be pre-approved by the program coordinator to ensure relevance and alignment with program goals.
Together, these components empower pre-service teachers to strengthen their career readiness, broaden their professional networks, and confidently step into the teaching profession as emerging leaders.
Stream: Professional Development
Check your eligibility: Teacher Invest Level 2 eligibility requirements [.pdf 3,111 kB]
For more information: soestudentengagement@curtin.edu.au