Course overview
If you’re a regional Western Australian student or face barriers to university entry, UniReady Extended is a fully online, fee-free pathway into Curtin undergraduate degrees in Engineering and Health Sciences.
Designed for students who have completed the UniReady Enabling Program, it builds on your academic foundations and introduces discipline-specific learning to help you transition confidently into your chosen field.
You can choose from two study streams: Engineering or Health Sciences.
Engineering stream
The Engineering stream develops your foundation in mathematics and physical sciences, along with introductory engineering concepts. It prepares you for further study in engineering and supports your transition into the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), with majors including chemical, civil, mechanical, and software systems engineering.
For more information on the majors you can study in Engineering, visit Undergraduate Engineering.
Health Sciences stream
The Health Sciences stream explores how the human body works and how health is influenced by biological, social, and environmental factors.
It prepares you for a range of health degrees, including:
- Midwifery
- Nutrition
- Occupational Therapy¹
- Paramedicine
- Pharmacy
- Physiotherapy¹
- Speech Pathology¹
¹ To enrol in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Speech Pathology, you must achieve a course-weighted average of 65% in your UniReady Extended program.
For more information about the health courses available, visit Undergraduate Health Sciences
Both streams offer you a clear and supported pathway into your future degree, with structured learning, strong academic support, and a focus on helping you succeed.
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Entry requirements
Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, or Australian Permanent Residents or Permanent Humanitarian Visa holders.
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For full entry requirements, fees and information for international students, visit the course page.
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