Discover Curtin Kalgoorlie
Choose from a range of courses, including business, education, health and engineering, and take advantage of flexible online study.
About Curtin Kalgoorlie
The historic mining town of Kalgoorlie is located in the Goldfields region of Western Australia, approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth. The town was established in 1893 when gold was first discovered there, and today it remains an important centre for the state’s mining industry.
Curtin Kalgoorlie is located next to the Central Business District and offers a strong sense of community both in and out of the classroom. You can study our renowned mining and engineering degrees here, as well as online courses in health sciences, education and commerce.
Flexible study options are available and you will have full access to the facilities and services at Curtin Kalgoorlie, including the campus library, wi-fi, academic student support services, and online collaboration tools.
Located a short walk from campus, the Agricola student housing provides modern accommodation and gives you access to a gym, sporting and leisure facilities. There’s also a thriving social club that hosts regular events and activities for you to enjoy.
Courses available
On-campus* study includes science and engineering courses focused on mining, metallurgy, geology and surveying (*some courses, up to the first two years are studied in Perth).
Education, health and commerce are offered online with access to all campus resources for study support, including the library, WiFi and computer labs, Curtin Connect, Wellbeing and Student Guild and more.
There are a variety of different entry pathway options available to help kickstart your study journey.
Become a registered nurse in Kalgoorlie or Albany
The 2.5-year Enrolled Nurse to Registered Nurse stream is the ideal pathway to transform your qualification from enrolled nurse to registered nurse, and take your career to a new level.
It’s available to study both online and on-campus and includes clinical placements across diverse settings to enhance your learning experience.
Enabling courses and alternative pathways
We offer a range of enabling courses and alternative pathways. To speak to someone in person, attend our information session to find out more about studying a Curtin Kalgoorlie Enabling Course.
Indigenous Tertiary Enabling course
Our free, six-month course has helped hundreds of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students gain entry to university. If you’re thinking of studying at Curtin but haven’t met the prerequisites, the Indigenous Tertiary Enabling Course is designed for you.
UniReady
This six-month program can be studied online, and can help you gain entry into a range of undergraduate courses. It’s for students who don’t meet Curtin’s ATAR requirements.
Portfolio entry
You can submit a portfolio to apply for a wide range of Curtin courses. To be successful, you’ll need to demonstrate evidence of your academic achievements, qualifications and ability in your chosen field.
Associate Degree in Mining
The Associate Degree in Mining will provide the freedom of choice to start up a mining career or be a stepping-stone to further study.