Apply via TISC
Looking to study at Curtin in 2024?
Submit your course preferences via TISC with Curtin as your first preference from 1 May 2023.
This page is for domestic students. View information for international students.
Please select the statement that best describes you:
Where to apply
If you’d like some help with applying or information on pathways and courses, please contact Curtin Admissions and our friendly staff will be able to assist you.
Admission criteria
You must have achieved the following admission criteria prior to submitting your application.
Find out if you’re eligible for credit
If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning which exempts you from studying those units.
Where to apply
If you’d like some help with applying or information on pathways and courses, please contact Curtin Admissions and our friendly staff will be able to assist you.
Apply direct to Curtin
Applicants for all courses except Medicine, who are not in year 12 this year, can apply directly to Curtin. Year 12s and applicants for Medicine should apply via TISC.
To apply directly to Curtin, visit your preferred course page and click onto ‘Apply Now’.
Admission criteria
You must have met the following admission criteria prior to submitting your application.
You can either gain admission on the basis of your year 12 results, your previous studies at TAFE or another VET provider, or via an alternative pathway.
You will also need to meet our English language requirements.
Course-specific requirements
Ensure you also meet any specific requirements for your chosen course such as a portfolio submission.
Find out if you’re eligible for credit
If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning which exempts you from studying those units.
Where to apply
If you’d like some help with applying or information on pathways and courses, please contact Curtin Admissions and our friendly staff will be able to assist you.
Apply direct to Curtin
Applicants for all courses except Medicine, who are not in year 12 this year, can apply directly to Curtin. Year 12s and applicants for Medicine should apply via TISC.
To apply directly to Curtin, visit your preferred course page and click onto ‘Apply Now’.
Admission criteria
You must have achieved the following admission criteria prior to submitting your application.
You must have achieved one of the following qualifications:
- Advanced Diploma
- Diploma
- Certificate IV
Read more about applying with your TAFE qualifications.
You will also need to meet our English language requirements.
Course-specific requirements
Ensure you also meet any specific requirements for your chosen course such as a portfolio submission.
Find out if you’re eligible for credit
If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning, which exempts you from studying those units.
Where to apply
If you’d like some help with applying or information on pathways and courses, please contact Curtin Admissions and our friendly staff will be able to assist you.
Apply direct to Curtin
Applicants for all courses except Medicine, who are not in year 12 this year, can apply directly to Curtin. Year 12s and applicants for Medicine should apply via TISC.
To apply directly to Curtin, visit your preferred course page and click onto ‘Apply Now’.
Admission criteria
You must have met the following admission criteria prior to submitting your application.
Admission is based on either your results from your previous studies at university, year 12 or previous studies at TAFE or another VET provider.
Previous studies at university
You must have successfully completed one of the following:
- A Curtin enabling or bridging course.
- The first year of a bachelor degree course at another Australian university.
- Four degree-level units via Open Universities Australia and met Curtin’s English language proficiency requirements.
- Four degree-level units at an Australian university and met Curtin’s English language proficiency requirements.
You must also meet any specific requirements for your chosen course.
High school results
You must have achieved the following:
1. Graduated from secondary school: Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) or equivalent interstate qualification.
2. Attained the ATAR score for your chosen course: Minimum or guaranteed ATAR score or equivalent. Year 12 WACE results are valid indefinitely and scores from 1992 onwards can be converted using the TISC ATAR calculator.
3. Achieved a scaled score of at least 50 your subjects: English ATAR, Literature ATAR or English as an Additional Language/Dialect ATAR, and the prerequisite ATAR subjects specific to your chosen course.
Admission to some Curtin courses is competitive and attaining the minimum ATAR may not guarantee admission.
Previous studies at TAFE or another VET provider
You must have achieved one of the following qualifications:
- Advanced Diploma
- Diploma
- Certificate IV
Read more about applying with your TAFE qualifications.
You must also satisfy our English language proficiency requirements, through options such as completing certain TAFE communication units or the STAT test.
Course-specific requirements
Ensure you also meet any specific requirements for your chosen course such as a portfolio submission.
Find out if you’re eligible for credit
If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning, which exempts you from studying those units.
Help is at hand
See our frequently asked questions or get in touch with us below.
- Deferring your Curtin offer
- Using TER/ATAR to meet Undergraduate entry requirements
- How can I transfer to Curtin from another University?
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