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  1. What is the difference between a single and a double major?
    A single major concentrates on one area of specialisation, whilst a double major focuses on two areas of specialisation. A double major will allow a student to complete study in those two separate...
  2. What if I don't meet the admission requirements for the course I want to study?
    If you don’t meet a courses admission criteria, there are still plenty of ways to gain entry. See our Admission pathways webpage for information on enabling programs, portfolio entry and more. Some...
  3. How can I find out the prerequisites for a course?
    Course pre-requsities can found through our  offerings search for all undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Some university courses may include special requirements such as...
  4. What is undergraduate study?
    Undergraduate study is also referred to as post-secondary education and is normally studied at a higher education institution, such as a university. The most common type of undergraduate study is the...
  5. When do university classes start for the next semester?
    Classes typically start in late February and July. For exact dates refer to the academic calendar . Orientation  takes place during the week prior to the start of classes. All new-to-Curtin...
  6. Can I transfer from another University to Curtin?
    Yes, you can. If you are new to studying at Curtin, and wish to commence in Semester 1, you can apply through the Tertiary Institutions Centre (TISC) . This includes applicants who want to switch to...
  7. How do I switch courses?
    If you are thinking of course switching (change from studying in one Curtin course to another), a place may not be guaranteed . You still need to meet prerequisites and previous study may be...
  8. What is Direct Entry?
    Direct Entry is an Domestic Australian application for admission which is made directly to the University after  Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC) applications have closed...
  9. What is the difference between starting in Semester 1 or Semester 2?
    If you were to start in semester one, you would be starting the course in February. If you were to start in semester two, you would be starting the course in July. The course structure and duration...
  10. What is HECS-HELP?
    HECS-HELP is a loan available to eligible students enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place to pay their student contribution amounts. To be eligible for HECS-HELP you must: Be enrolled in a...