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What is an electronic Commonwealth Assistance Form (eCAF)?

Your electronic Commonwealth Assistance Form (eCAF) is a request for government assistance for your tuition fees. If you are an eligible domestic student studying in Australia, you must submit an eCAF before the due date of the study period if you wi...

Can someone else enquire about my student information or speak on my behalf?

No, unless you complete a Disclosure of Information/Proxy Authorisation Form, located on the student administration forms page, and provide consent to another party to receive information and/or act on your behalf.Once the form has been completed and...

I want to practice in the field of nursing or allied health in an overseas country with my Australian qualification. How can I organise registration for this country?

Curtin understands the value in our Graduates’ qualifications being recognised for overseas registration. If you have graduated from Curtin within the last 10 years, we may be able to support you in the verification of your Curtin qualification. ...

How do I order official documents online?

To place an official documents order online, please follow the steps below:1. Log into OASIS.2. Under the Welcome tab, click on Order Official Documents.3. Follow the prompts to place your order and make payment.Your document order will be processed ...

How do I have my academic transcript sent to the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA)?

If you are admitted into a relevant teaching or education course, a copy of your academic transcript will be sent on to TRBWA on your behalf, approximately 2 weeks after the official result release date of your final units, so long as:▪ You do not ...

Why have I been asked to provide my educational background in OASIS?

If you have been admitted into a Curtin course from 2020 onwards and we are yet to receive your educational background information, you will be prompted to complete the educational background form. All three questions on the form must be completed, a...

How do I contact the Curtin Admissions team?

You can contact Curtin Connect for admission enquiries via one of the following options: Send us an enquiry: Current students can use our enquiry form (including past students and new applicants who have a Curtin Student ID). Select the option rel...

Can my Curtin award be verified?

Curtin University has an Online Award Verification Service that can be used to verify a Curtin Award conferred after 1992. For awards conferred prior to 1992, or qualifications that cannot be verified on the online platform, please submit an online ...

How do I defer my offer to study at Curtin?

To defer your offer via the Applicant Portal, follow the steps below: Log into the Applicant Portal. Click My Applications. Under My Applications, you will see the course(s) for which you have applied for. Click View on the application you wou...

How do I get a tax file number (TFN)?

If you do not have a tax file number (TFN), there are two ways you can obtain one, depending on your circumstances. Option one: Lodge an application for a TFN on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website. After you’ve completed the application,...

How do I prove my professional registration when applying for Curtin courses?

When applying for Health Sciences courses, you may need to prove your professional registration. If your professional registration is with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), please follow these steps: Visit the AHPRA web...

What are the HELP eligibility requirements for New Zealand citizens?

If you are an eligible New Zealand Special Category Visa (SCV) holder and meet the requisite criteria, you will be able to access a HELP loan to pay your tuition fees. To be eligible, you must: Be a New Zealand citizen who holds a Special Categor...

What is the difference between FEE-HELP and HECS-HELP?

FEE-HELP and HECS-HELP are used by eligible students to defer tuition fees. Although both forms serve a similar purpose, a FEE-HELP form is completed for courses in which you have a and a HECS-HELP form is completed for courses in which you hav...

If I defer my offer can I change my mind and accept it instead?

If you have already deferred your offer and now wish to commence study instead of deferring your offer, please submit your request via the online enquiry form. If you no longer wish to commence study in the course that you were deferred from, pleas...

How do I change my name on Curtin's systems?

To update your formal or preferred name with Curtin University, follow the steps below:Log into OASIS.Click on My Studies tab, scroll down to locate the Student Details section on the right hand side.Select Change Personal Details.Complete the form a...

What documentation do I require to change my name or date of birth with Curtin?

To update your legal name with Curtin (this includes your first name, last name or other names) you will need to provide: ▪ one primary form of identification; and ▪ one secondary form of identification. When submitting your documents, e...

I just arrived in Perth and dont have any accommodation. What do I do?

If you require support in finding accommodation, please complete this enquiry form and one of our Accommodation Coaches will respond to your request. You will need to log in using your student ID to complete the form. You can also review our accommod...

How do I apply to be in the StepUp to Curtin program?  

If you are applying based on Financial Hardship and you are not attending a school that is eligible for StepUp adjustment, you will need to complete the StepUp Application Form. Otherwise, you do not need to submit an application form as students ar...

How do I contact Curtin Connect?

Curtin Connect is your hub for student service and support. Our team is on hand to help with a range of enquires throughout your time at Curtin, from your course application, to your graduation and everything in between! Get in touch with us using th...

When do I need to pay my fees?

You need to pay your Tuition and Student Services Amenities Fees (SSAF) prior to the due date recorded on your eInvoice. If you are an international student commencing a new course, you must pay your tuition fees upfront by the due date indicated on...

How do I accept my offer to study at Curtin?

If you applied through the Curtin website:You will receive an email directly from Curtin with detailed instructions on how to accept/decline your offer once it has been processed.If you are a domestic student accepting your offer via OASIS, follow th...

What is HECS-HELP?

HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan available to eligible students enrolled in a to defer their tuition fees. View the HECS-HELP page on the Study Assist website for eligibility criteria. Domestic students must submit an prior to the due ...

How do I extend my visa?

To extend your visa, you will need an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) to support your visa application, which you will need to apply directly to the Department of Home Affairs. When you first accept an offer for a course at Curtin Unive...

How do I overload my unit enrolment in a study period?

Overloading refers to enrolling in more than the standard study load for any given study period. For example, undertaking 125 credits (five 25-credit units) within a semester instead of the standard 100 credits (four 25-credit units). Overload req...

What is SA-HELP?

SA-HELP is an Australian Government HELP loan available to eligible domestic students who do not wish to pay their upfront. View the Study Assist website for eligibility criteria. To defer your SSAF, you must submit an for SA-HELP before the due d...

Are there child care facilities available on campus?

Yes. Curtin University's Early Childhood Centre is situated in a purpose-built centre on the Curtin Perth campus where experienced and qualified carers provide programs to meet the needs and interests of the children in care. Priority of access is g...

What happens if I do not pay my tuition fees on time?

New commencing international students If you do not pay your fees by the due date stated on your Letter of Offer, you won't be able to enrol in your course or obtain a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) or student visa. Continuing international studen...

Do I need to wear a uniform at Curtin?

At Curtin certain courses require you to wear a uniform or protective clothing etc. For example, if you are studying Chemistry, it is a requirement to wear enclosed shoes and a lab coat for laboratory classes. Students who visit construction sites ...

What is an incidental fee, and how do I pay for it?

An incidental fee is a fee charged by the school for resources (i.e. field trip expenses, material costs) used within a unit. Incidental fees are separate to, and do not include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). You can find the total ...

What is FEE-HELP?

FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan available to eligible domestic students enrolled in a to defer their tuition fees. Eligibility criteria can be found on the FEE-HELP page of the Study Assist website. To have your fees deferred using a HEL...

What is the difference between the 'Additional Days to Submit Assessments' on my CAP and Assessment Extensions?

The 'Additional Days to Submit Assessments' on your CAP are different to Assessment Extensions. Additional Days to Submit Assessments on CAP: An ongoing reasonable adjustment to accommodate for a disability/medical condition that is known in adva...

Can I defer my offer to study at Curtin?

You may be able to defer your offer for a period of up to 12 months. Instructions are listed on our Defer your offer page. If you changed your mind, and wish to: defer for more than 12 months due to extenuating circumstances: submit a request vi...

If I accept my offer, can I change my mind and defer it?

If you have accepted your offer and then decide to defer, please submit an online enquiry to our Admissions team by following the steps below: 1. Head to our online enquiry form submission page 2. Select 'Current Students' 3. Select 'Admissions...

How long can I defer my offer for?

Course commencement deferrals are granted for a 12 month period. You may be able to commence your course after a deferral of 6 months if your course offers a mid-year intake. Deferrals for a longer period, to a maximum of two years, may be consi...

Why can't I defer my offer to study at Curtin?

You may not be able to defer your offer due to one (or more) of the following reasons: Certain undergraduate courses do not allow deferrals - some courses (i.e. Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) do not accept deferral. Offer has lapsed ...

Do I need to submit an eCAF if I am a postgraduate student?

If you are studying in a domestic fee paying course, you can apply to defer your fees using a FEE-HELP loan. You will need to complete an for FEE-HELP prior to the study period fee due date. If you will be paying your full fees upfront by the due d...

How do I apply for a scholarship?

Current students: The scholarship application process is completed online. Current student scholarship applications generally open in October and close in March. Once scholarships are open, the link to the online form will be available on each schol...

How do I change the return date for my deferred offer?

You cannot change the return date for your deferred offer. The deferral period is for 12 months. When submitting a deferral request via OASIS or the Applicant Portal, the system will automatically default to the approved 12 month deferral period. ...

I have submitted an eCAF without a TFN, will my fees still be deferred?

No. Your fees will not be deferred if you have submitted an electronic Commonwealth Assistance Form (eCAF) without a tax file number (TFN). If you are an eligible Commonwealth supported student, your eCAF will be approved, but you will need to submit...

I am an International student and have received a scholarship as part of my offer to Curtin University Perth. If I defer, will I be able to receive my scholarship next semester?

Global Curtin scholarships cannot be retained if a recipient defers their studies beyond the original start date of their course and will not be extended beyond its prescribed duration or amount, unless notified otherwise by Global Curtin. For any ...

What is the Curtin Excellence Scholarship?

The Curtin Excellence Scholarship rewards students who have demonstrated academic excellence by achieving an ATAR of 96 and above and want to pursue study at Curtin University. Application forms are not required, students apply by selecting an elig...

How do I register for a Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)?

You register for STAT by completing the STAT Booking Form online, or by calling the Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC) on (08) 9318 8000. TISC office hours are 9.00 am to 4.30 pm, Monday to Friday. Note: If you've completed an ATAR Engli...

When are Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) held?

Metropolitan Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (stat) sessions are held at Canning College from May to February each year. Country sessions are offered twice a year in May and November in major regional centres. There are no set venues for STAT c...