High school student resources
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Throughout your time at high school, and as you get closer to graduating, we know you’ll have lots of questions about what to study, the differences between school and uni, and just generally need some advice. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about how to successfully transition from high school to university.
What are you thinking?
“I’m not sure what I want to study”
Use the resources below to help you explore your interests and find out which courses complement your abilities and future goals.
“I’m ready to apply”
You know exactly what you want to study and Curtin’s where you want to do it. If you’re ready to study with us, follow these steps to apply.
Check out a day in the life of Curtin student and Vice President of the Curtin Women in Business club, Angela Pua, including business meetings and a paint and sip event!
See how others got in
Students gain admission to Curtin via a range of different pathways, not just on the basis of their high school results. You may be able to get in on the basis of your study at another university or vocational institute, completing a bridging course or submitting a portfolio of your work.
For a rough indication of where you stand when it comes to gaining admission, check out these reports that show how our students got in:
- See a breakdown of the pathways students took to get into your preferred course
- See the low, median and high ATAR achieved by students for every course

Stay up to date with SCSA
Visit the SCSA website to review past exams, syllabus and support materials, and any WACE changes.
Exam tips and tools
Study tips
Building a consistent study routine that works for you is one of the biggest keys to success in both high school and university.
Exam tools
Tips and tools to help you ace your exams.
Subject support
Subject specific resources to help you better grasp concepts and produce stronger assignments.
Outreach events
Attend a number of outreach events and camps for high school students to get a sample of different industries and courses. Events include our Focus on mining camp and our Indigenous Australian Engineering School Camp.
Get university credits while in high school
Our Rising Scholar Program (RSP) offers a select number of high-ability students in Year 10, 11 and 12 the opportunity to engage in tertiary learning while also providing them with a genuine Curtin student experience.
Scholarships and finance
We offer a range of scholarships to help students achieve their best at uni. Some scholarships are offered for academic achievement, while others are designed to make university possible for students who face financial hardship.
We also offer advice on how to manage your finances and stay on top of university costs.
Patrick – Curtin Excellence Scholarship recipient
A Curtin Excellence Scholarship is reward for your academic achievement, providing a boost for your bank balance and your CV.
Have questions? We’ve got answers
Read some of the most common questions high school students ask about university.
If you don’t find what you’re looking for here, try our FAQs, uni words glossary or contact our Future Students team.
Portfolio toolkit
Packed with examples, tips, and templates, the Portfolio entry toolkit is your go-to resource for compiling a compelling portfolio. This simple step-by-step guide takes you through the process of assembling your documents, helping you best demonstrate your unique strengths and qualifications.
Before you start uni
Live on campus
Explore a diverse range of student accommodation options at our Curtin Perth campus, all located within a five-to-ten-minute walk from the centre of campus.
Useful links
- Join a student club
- LGBTIQ+ student support
- Indigenous student support
- Disability & accessibility support
- Follow Curtin University on Instagram
- Follow Curtin University on TikTok
- ATAR profile
- Undergraduate study
- Application deadlines
- Pathways
- Study areas
- Fees and financial assistance
- Information for parents