What are your study options?
Many courses allow you to enrol in a graduate certificate and progress to a graduate diploma or master degree. Alternatively you can enrol in a master degree and exit early with a graduate certificate or graduate diploma.
Graduate certificate
This qualification can give you specialist knowledge in an area in your field, or become the cornerstone of a fresh new career.
Duration Six months.
Graduate diploma
Lift your knowledge in your chosen field to a much higher level.
Duration One year to complete, or six months if you’ve already studied a graduate certificate in the same subject.
Master by coursework
A master degree sets you apart from the rest. This high-level qualification enables you to apply advanced knowledge and best practice to a range of professional situations. Some master degree courses involve conducting independent research.
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Why choose Curtin for postgrad study?
Employment
77.5% of Curtin University graduates are employed full-time four months after completing their postgrad course.
Skills
78.5% of Curtin University students were satisfied with the skill development they experienced through their postgrad studies.
Earn a future-focused qualification in only six months
Upskill, diversify or change careers with a Curtin postgrad qualification. We’ve selected a suite of graduate certificates that are designed to prepare you for a career in industries that are important to the new future of work.
We’ve always been here to help you
Curtin has been delivering excellence in online education for more than 20 years, and has plenty of support options for our online learners.

Scholarship opportunities
A postgraduate degree is an investment in your future. We offer a number of scholarships that support you in your studies and ensure you’re best set up to achieve your career goals.

Study support
Throughout your course, you’ll have access to a range of support services to ensure you’re best set to succeed in your learning and career.

Sponsorship
Your employer may be able to help you with the cost of postgraduate study at Curtin. Many organisations have employee-education policies designed to share the costs of education.

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See our frequently asked questions or get in touch with us below.
- How do I apply to study a postgraduate course at Curtin?
- What are the benefits of postgraduate study?
- What undergraduate and postgraduate courses are available online?
- Can I apply for a postgraduate course if I am still finishing my undergraduate course?
- I'm an international student, what are the requirements to study a Master's degree or a Postgraduate course at Curtin?
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