Entry Requirements

Students with an IELTS of 6.0 overall and one band of 5.5 or 5.0 (depending on the course) plus the required academic score, may be able to begin the diploma on a provisional entry program.

In the first study period, students will be offered Tertiary Communication Skills (TCS) along with their diploma units. TCS will improve the use of English across the four main skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening; as well as developing the students’ use of grammar and vocabulary. Students will learn to communicate more effectively and accurately in an academic context. Students will be able to complete the diploma program and TCS over 3 study periods.

Students who believe broader assessment of their school results, work experience, community engagement and other training/education achievements would be relevant to their application, may submit a supplementary portfolio to support their application.

Applicants in the following categories should submit a supplementary portfolio:

• School leavers who have fallen short of the required entry requirements,
• School leavers who do not have an Australian Tertiary Entrance Rank (ATAR) or
  equivalent,
• Students who have not have completed Year 12.

Please note: Course specific English language requirements and pre-requisites must still be met.

What should you include in your Supplementary Portfolio?

1. Personal Statement
This should be attached to your application and be 250-400 words in length. Your statement should answer the following questions:

• Why do you wish to pursue the course you have selected? Describe how this course aligns with your interests and career goals. Which ‘major’ do you wish to complete at Curtin University?
• How will you balance study, work and leisure activities whilst remaining fully committed to your studies?
• What independent learning skills do you have that will assist you in completing a higher education award. How have you demonstrated those skills in your life and/or career to date?
• What information technology skills do you have? How familiar are you with word processing, spread sheets , presentations, databases, web browsers and email applications?

2. Resume
This should include all your work experience to date. It should include details of any paid, unpaid, voluntary, school based, full or part-time work. Which skills did you utilise whilst gaining this work experience.

3. References (optional)
You may wish to submit names and contact details of one or two professional or personal referees to support your application.

Please contact the college to find out more.

Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL) enables students to complete specified Diploma courses in a shorter time than normal.

Applications for credits should include unit outlines (syllabus) and certified copies of any academic transcripts. Curtin College also recognises the skills and knowledge students may have gained from life experiences, work experience and any training provided through previous employment.

Requests for CRL should be made at the time of application and prior to arrival in Australia to ensure that correct visas are issued.

Approval of CRL after the student visa has been granted may require the College to report the change of course duration under Section 19 of the ESOS act. Students applying for CRL must study at least 50% of the course at the College.