Curtin University: fees and courses for international students
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Scholarships
Scholarships for international students at Curtin
- Curtin Global Merit Scholarship ↗No application needed20% off tuition for the courseBachelor’s and master’s · Distinction-level results, a Perth campus, not sponsored.
- John Curtin Global Excellence Scholarship ↗Check how to apply40% off tuition for the courseBachelor’s and master’s · Outstanding academic results.
With the 20% scholarship (needs Distinction-level results): typical bachelor’s tuition about A$36,651 a year instead of A$45,814; typical master’s tuition about A$35,984 a year instead of A$44,980.
Government scholarships you can also apply for
- Australia Awards Scholarships ↗Apply separatelyFull tuition, return airfare, a living allowance and health coverMostly master's · Citizens of participating countries, including Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Nigeria, Kenya and Ghana. Not open to citizens of India, Malaysia, the UAE, Saudi Arabia or Oman. Apply in your home country through the Australia Awards office. Dates differ by country.
- Destination Australia Scholarship ↗Apply separatelyUp to A$15,000 a yearBachelor's, diploma and some master's · International and domestic students studying at a regional campus. Offered through the university. Apply through the university. Places are limited.
Checked on Curtin's official website on 9 November 2026, for students starting in 2027. Scholarships change every year, so confirm the details and deadline on the official page before you apply.
Tuition by study area
| Study area | Courses | Typical bachelor's tuition per year | Typical master's tuition per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔬 Science | 50 | A$47,516 | A$49,136 |
| ❤️ Health & Allied Health | 43 | A$46,222 | A$48,956 |
| ⚙️ Engineering | 39 | A$48,016 | A$49,740 |
| 📈 Business & Management | 35 | A$43,920 | A$45,544 |
| 🌏 Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences | 33 | A$41,491 | A$41,543 |
| 💻 IT & Computer Science | 17 | A$45,814 | A$43,980 |
| 🧮 Accounting & Finance | 17 | A$43,405 | A$46,359 |
| 🏛️ Architecture & Construction | 15 | A$38,450 | A$43,066 |
| 🎨 Creative Arts, Media & Design | 14 | A$40,548 | A$41,364 |
| 🌿 Agriculture & Environment | 12 | A$43,141 | A$42,308 |
| 🧠 Psychology | 11 | A$44,519 | A$47,504 |
| 💊 Medicine, Dentistry & Pharmacy | 10 | A$46,636 | A$48,526 |
| ⚖️ Law & Justice | 10 | A$52,313 | A$51,054 |
| 🩺 Nursing | 9 | A$47,807 | A$43,374 |
| 🍎 Teaching & Education | 9 | A$40,302 | A$42,189 |
| 🤖 Data Science & AI | 1 | n/a | A$43,808 |
Value snapshot
What you get for the fee at Curtin
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All courses
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| Course | Level | Campus | Years | Tuition / yr | Total tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Physiotherapy CRICOS 0100217 | Masters | Perth | 3 | A$53,724 | A$161,172 |
| Graduate Certificate in Arts CRICOS 098147D | Grad Certificate | Perth | 0.5 | A$23,260 | A$23,260 |
| Graduate Certificate in Business CRICOS 074652G | Grad Certificate | Perth | 0.7 | A$23,284 | A$23,284 |
| Graduate Certificate in Business Fundamentals CRICOS 102810F | Grad Certificate | Perth | 0.5 | A$21,022 | A$21,022 |
| Graduate Certificate in Business Research CRICOS 107678J | Grad Certificate | Perth | 0.5 | A$18,250 | A$18,250 |
| Graduate Certificate in Clinical Physiotherapy CRICOS 049886G | Grad Certificate | Perth | 0.5 | A$27,862 | A$27,862 |
| Graduate Certificate in Computing CRICOS 107665C | Grad Certificate | Perth | 0.7 | A$23,490 | A$23,490 |
| Graduate Certificate in Continence and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy CRICOS 118500M | Grad Certificate | Perth | 0.5 | A$27,862 | A$27,862 |
| Graduate Certificate in Corporate Innovation CRICOS 111195E | Grad Certificate | Perth | 0.5 | A$15,375 | A$15,375 |
| Graduate Certificate in Corporate Innovation CRICOS 111434F | Grad Certificate | Perth | 0.5 | A$21,022 | A$21,022 |
Common questions
Does Curtin University offer scholarships for international students?
Yes. Curtin Global Merit Scholarship: 20% off tuition for the course (no separate application). John Curtin Global Excellence Scholarship: 40% off tuition for the course (check how to apply). Checked on the official website on 9 November 2026; confirm before you apply.
How much does Curtin University cost for international students?
Based on the CRICOS register (September 2026), median annual tuition at Curtin University is A$45,814 for undergraduate courses and A$44,980 for postgraduate coursework. Fees vary by course. See the courses on this page.
How many courses can international students take at Curtin University?
Curtin University has 352 undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs registered on CRICOS (103 undergraduate, 152 postgraduate).
What is the lowest-cost master’s at Curtin University?
On the CRICOS register, Master of Science (Project Management) (104 weeks) has the lowest estimated annual tuition among Curtin’s master’s programs of a year or longer, at about A$19,500 per year.
Source: CRICOS register (Australian Government, data.gov.au), September 2026. Tuition is the provider’s registered estimate for the full course; annual figure = total ÷ course length. Scholarships: each university's official website, checked 9 November 2026. Entry requirements and scholarships are set by the university and change each year, so confirm on the official website. UniPath is independent and not affiliated with Curtin University.