C CURTIN UNDERGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE 2012

IMPORTANT DATES
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I believe Curtins Engineering course is the most practical and comprehensive available anywhere. After graduation, I see myself working in a management position within a large engineering company possibly in the oil and gas industry. Ben Howie Student Ambassador Bachelor of Engineering 2011 Teachers Big Day Out ...................................................9 May Careers, Education and Employment Expo .......1215 May Career Expo, Great Southern Albany ..................... 27 May Parent Information Evening Year 10 ........................ 1 June Country Week.................................................................. 6 July Parent Information Evening Year 12 ......................... 6 July TISC applications open .............................................8 August National Careers and Employment Expo ......1921 August Open Day ................................................................. 21 August MBA and Postgraduate Expo (Parmelia Hilton) .............................................. 22 September Closing date for on time TISC applications (late fee applies after this) .............................. 30 September Postgraduate Information Evening..................... 19 October WACE results available ..................................... 29 December Curtin Help Days..........................................2930 December Mature-age information sessions (monthly)....................curtin.edu.au/ma-sessions 2012 Closing date for late TISC applications (except for midwifery) ............................................. 5 January Closing date for changes to preferences (main round offer) ................................................... 5 January Main round offers released...................................18 January Closing date for changes to preferences and late applications (second round offers) ......24 January Second round offers released............................... 2 February StartUp Week Bentley Campus ................20-24 February First semester starts........................................... 27 February Second semester starts ...............................................16 July

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Find everything you need to know about Curtin in this guide
CONTENTS
Highlights 2011 .......................................................4 Why Curtin?..............................................................6 What can I expect? ..................................................8 Choosing your course .......................................... 10 Types of courses ................................................... 12 Applying to Curtin ................................................ 14 Flexible entry pathways ...................................... 18 Fees and expenses ................................................ 22 Financial assistance............................................. 24 Scholarships at Curtin ......................................... 26 Campus life............................................................ 30 Facilities and services .......................................... 34 Parking, transport and map................................ 36 Flexible study ........................................................ 38 See the world ......................................................... 40 Regional students................................................. 42 Find out more ........................................................ 44 Unispeak ................................................................ 45 Curtin Open Day ................................................... 46 The courses ........................................................... 48 Centre for Aboriginal Studies.............................. 50 Curtin Business School ........................................ 56 Health Sciences..................................................... 70 Humanities ............................................................ 92 Science and Engineering.................................... 110 Course index ........................................................ 142 Contacts........................................Inside back cover

WHY CURTIN?

CHOOSING YOUR COURSE

CAMPUS LIFE

THE COURSES

HIGHLIGHTS

CENTRE FOR ABORIGINAL STUDIES

The Centre for Aboriginal Studies has introduced a new course this year for Indigenous students. The Bachelor of Education Regional and Remote (Primary) (BERR) provides a culturally appropriate pathway for Indigenous students who wish to teach in the primary education sector. The four-year degree, with a focus on regional and remote teaching and learning, provides quality teacher training in curriculum planning and professional teaching practice. Successful completion of the degree allows graduates to apply to the Western Australian College of Teaching for registration as a teacher, a prerequisite for employment in any school. The BERR program is a further development from the Bachelor of Education Conversion Course (BECC). The BECC began in 2002, with around 70 new Indigenous teachers graduating in the eight years the course has run.

CURTIN BUSINESS SCHOOL

The Curtin Graduate School of Business (CGSB) MBA is ranked fourth in Australia and 76th overall in the world, by The Economist. Curtins MBA ranked 23rd internationally in the criterion of personal development and student quality. This criterion included rankings in the following areas: faculty quality, student quality and diversity, and education experience. Only ve Australian MBA programs were ranked in The Economists global top 100. The Curtin Graduate School of Business is ranked eighth in a list of Asian and Australian schools and is the only school offering an internationally ranked and internationally accredited MBA program in Western Australia.

HEALTH SCIENCES
Curtin University opened its state-of-the-art occupational therapy and social work facilities in 2011. The facilities will enable students to practise client and family-centred care scenarios in realistic interprofessional settings. The $9 million two-storey development on the Universitys Bentley Campus uses the latest technology to enable students to undertake simulated scenarios alongside current technologies. Head of Curtins School of Occupational Therapy and Social Work, Professor Lorna Rosenwax, said the newly renovated building offered some of the best facilities for occupational therapy and social work students globally. These innovative facilities have been designed following extensive research, consultation and planning with staff, students and clinicians. They offer a cutting-edge teaching and learning space, Professor Rosenwax said.

HUMANITIES
Curtins School of Education has obtained a world-rst International Baccalaureate (IB) accreditation for its Bachelor of Education degree. The IB curriculum is an educational framework with an overarching aim to develop international-mindedness. This method of teaching is available at more than 3100 schools throughout the world. Currently there are more than 900,000 IB students in more than 140 countries. An increasing number of schools in Perth are also adopting the IB teaching philosophy. Curtin students can now achieve a Level One IB accreditation by completing the Curtin IB stream - which consists of only three units as well as an IB internship. Curtin will help nd students a placement within an IB school for their nal 10-week teaching internship, which could be anywhere in the world.

SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

Curtin University has opened a new engineering pavilion on the Bentley Campus. Pro Vice-Chancellor for Science and Engineering, Professor Andris Stelbovics says the new engineering pavilion will bring together students from all disciplines of engineering studies. Structured learning areas, such as classrooms, will be used for innovative curriculum delivery. This will be complemented by the presence of self-learning and project rooms, where students can study individually or work on group projects, he says. The Pavilion is part of the Curtin Engineering Pavilion Complex, which comprises two buildings and an exhibition plaza, and connects to existing engineering buildings. The pavilion a glass-sided, four-level mezzanine structure that serves as the focus of the Complex hosts a multipurpose area for exhibitions and events, as well as collaborative learning spaces.

Curtinnovation is in everything we do. Its in the way we make ideas happen. How we see the problems around us and ask, How can we solve this? Improve on it? Its in the way we see opportunity in today. And its how we make tomorrow better. 5

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WHY CURTIN?
web: curtin.edu.au
At this point, its all about you. Choosing a course, deciding on a potential career, even choosing to go to university. Theyre decisions based on your interests, goals and dreams. Curtin can help.
GET A GREAT JOB Even if you dont know exactly what you want to do, with more than 100 courses, Curtin is the ideal place to start. You can try subject areas before deciding on your major, or change direction to nd a course thats right for you. EXPLORE INDUSTRY LINKS Curtin gets you into the game. Take advantage of Curtins extensive industry links whether in classes, mentoring programs, volunteering or work placements. Graduates are in high demand, often receiving top job offers from industry contacts while still completing their studies. GO INTERNATIONAL The digital age is connecting us to the rest of the world like never before and at Curtin you are taught, in every course, to see things internationally. Curtin is home to such a diversity of cultures that you are constantly learning new ways of looking at the world. By going on the international exchange program you can travel the globe while completing your degree. HELP PEOPLE Why not get involved? Curtin is home to Australias largest student-led volunteering organisation Curtin Volunteers! Head into the community, and regional Western Australia, to meet some amazing people and learn valuable skills in teamwork, organisation and communication. HELP THE PLANET The health of the planet and sustainable development are hugely important at Curtin balancing growth and prosperity alongside protecting the environment. Looking after the environment is a key focus of Curtins teaching and research, and is emphasised in many areas from agricultural practices, renewable energy and corporate responsibility to recycling, population health and urban planning. With experienced lecturers, great facilities and hands-on industry experience, Curtin will give you a diverse, challenging and rewarding education that is grounded in the real world. Its an education that can take you anywhere, and will inspire you to go everywhere. So, what it really comes down to is, what do you want to do?

Curtin was established in 1966 as the Western Australian Institute of Technology (WAIT). It changed to Curtin University of Technology in 1987 and is now known as Curtin University.
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WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

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Big ideas begin at Curtin. Every day you will meet students from different backgrounds, each with their own fresh ideas and perspectives. At Curtin you choose your subjects and plan your days.
INDEPENDENCE University students are more independent in their learning. You are responsible for your workload and this includes administrative tasks, planning your timetable, attending classes and handing in assignments. There is plenty of help if you need it, but enjoy the freedom, and enjoy learning new skills in organisation and self-motivation. WORKLOAD Generally full-time study has a similar workload to a full-time job, around 30-40 hours per week. For most students, the workload is divided between lectures, tutorials, laboratories, eldwork, work placements and individual study. Your timetable will depend on your course and you will not be on campus for the same hours every day. SUPPORT You are not alone. There are people at Curtin to help you if you have any problems. Lecturers and tutors will help you with any study-related questions, and programs will assist you with research, communication skills and preparing for exams. Across campus, student services officers, counsellors, career advisers, the Student Guild and START student advisers are all available to answer your questions. FUN University study is hard work, but there are heaps of opportunities to have fun. You can join student clubs, get involved in sport, drama and music, contribute to student newspapers, head to one of the many events on campus or even help with political and social causes. There is something for everyone and lots of people who will share your interests and your passions. will share your sh

CHOOSING YOUR COURSE

web: courses.curtin.edu.au
If youve started looking around, youll have realised there is a lot of choice. Curtin offers a large range of courses. So, what can you study at Curtin to meet your needs?
EXCELLENCE IN ALL OUR COURSES Weve been looking at our courses to make sure you have the best chance of employment after you graduate. Every course at Curtin has been reviewed to promote greater industry links, more interaction between disciplines and greater international, intercultural and Indigenous awareness. This will offer you more exibility and choice in the subject areas you want to study, as well as giving you the broader cultural perspectives that todays workplaces are looking for. Curtins courses are offered by the Centre for Aboriginal Studies and four discipline-based faculties: CENTRE FOR ABORIGINAL STUDIES Are you looking for the skills, abilities and cultural awareness needed to work within the Indigenous community? If so, a Centre for Aboriginal Studies degree will help you make your tomorrow better. Courses start on page 50. CURTIN BUSINESS SCHOOL For practical experience backed in many cases, by professional accreditation, a Curtin Business School degree can provide the answer. Choose from a variety of specialisations to gain the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career. Courses start on page 56. HEALTH SCIENCES Do you love helping people? A Health Sciences degree provides an interdisciplinary approach to health and wellness with graduates prized for their extensive clinical experience. Courses start on page 70. HUMANITIES Have you always wanted to be a lm director, journalist or fashion designer? Then a Humanities degree will allow your personality and imagination to ourish by tailoring a study program for you from a variety of disciplines. Courses start on page 92. SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Do you like making, breaking and inventing things? Or do you think a lab coat and safety glasses are the height of fashion? Then check out whats available in Science and Engineering. Courses start on page 108.

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For more than 20 years, 12pm - 2pm each Wednesday has been common free time for every Curtin student. d It was originally recommended by the Guild.

HERE ARE FIVE STEPS TO HELP YOU DECIDE WHAT TO STUDY:

STEP 1 Think about your interests and career aspirations. STEP 2 Talk to parents, teachers and career advisers about your plans and get feedback from any friends or family members working or studying in your area of interest. STEP 3 Attend career expos and Curtins Open Day and look out for information sessions. STEP 4 Explore the web and printed material for information on career choices, pathways and courses. STEP 5 Email, call or visit Curtins Future Students Centre and talk to one of our advisers.

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TYPES OF COURSES
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If this is your rst time at university, you will study an undergraduate course. Curtin offers the following choices:

ASSOCIATE DEGREE Some faculties and departments offer an associate degree in a specialised area of study. Associate degrees are two years full-time study and often include a lot of practical experience, offering skills and knowledge in a technical area. You will still learn many of the skills and knowledge available in a bachelor degree.

DOUBLE DEGREE Double degrees are a combined program of learning in which you can complete two bachelor degrees within a shorter timeframe. For more information contact the faculty offering the double degree.

BACHELOR DEGREE This is the most popular choice for undergraduate study. A bachelor degree is designed for students with no prior experience of university education. You will develop a signicant and in-depth body of knowledge in a subject area over the length of your course. Curtin graduates show evidence that they can: apply discipline knowledge, principles and concepts think critically, creatively and reectively access, evaluate and synthesise information communicate effectively use technologies appropriately use life-long learning skills recognise and apply international perspectives demonstrate intercultural awareness and understanding apply professional skills. This provides an excellent base for a career and/ or further study. Bachelor degrees vary in length. At Curtin, bachelor degrees are three or four years. The standard length is three years. Fouryear degrees are generally known as professional degrees. These courses will often equip you with extra technical and practical skills, which are necessary for the profession and are required by re accrediting organisations.

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TAILORED DEGREES Traditionally, students have studied a degree within one discipline area (business or humanities or health) but Curtins tailored degrees now provide you with the opportunity to study a second major in a different faculty and really broaden your skills base. There are interfaculty combinations for Humanities, Business and the Centre for Aboriginal Studies. You could combine a major in economics (Business) with a major in international relations (Humanities) to take your career opportunities to a whole new international level. Or you could combine a major in screen studies (Humanities) with a major in Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies (Centre for Aboriginal Studies) to deepen the cultural awareness you bring to your lm making. These are just two examples of the ways in which you can combine different interests to increase your workplace knowledge and exibility and make yourself more attractive to employers.

HONOURS Some of the course descriptions mention honours. This may be an extra honours year on top of a three-year degree; an honours stream as part of a four-year professional degree or an honours award based on performance. Honours is research and coursework at an advanced level. You will often have the opportunity to specialise in an area of personal interest. A course-weighted average of more than 65 per cent is required, although this will vary from course to course. For more information contact a faculty student services officer or talk to your course coordinator.

MAJOR A major sits within a bachelor degree and is a series of more than eight units combined to satisfy Curtins requirements in an area of specialisation. It includes at least two units at nal year level.

ADD A LANGUAGE Imagine making connections with people across barriers of language, culture and history. Studying a second language will add another dimension to your degree not only knowledge but a practical skill that future employers will value. Curtin and UWA are working together to offer you units in Asian and European languages. Our clear cross-institutional arrangements will greatly expand your choice and ensure language units are credited to your degree.

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John Curtin was a great follower of wer Australian Rules Football. He supported South Fremantle remantle in the Western Australian tralian e Football League and Fitzroy in the Victorian Football League.

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APPLYING TO CURTIN
web: tisc.edu.au
Youve chosen your course, and now its time to apply. Outlined below is the process you need to follow.

QUALIFYING FOR ENTRY TO CURTIN To be eligible to study a bachelor degree at Curtin you normally need to have done the following: graduated from high school and met the requirements of the Western Australian Certicate of Education (WACE) obtained an ATAR (TER) score above the cut-off score for the course you wish to study received a scaled mark of at least 50 in: English (stage 2 or 3) Literature (stage 2 or 3) English as an Additional Language/Dialect (stage 2 or 3). PREREQUISITES Courses at Curtin may require you to have completed specic subjects (prerequisites). These subjects can be studied in year 11 or 12 or by completing the subjects through mature-age studies. The essential or desirable prerequisites for each course are found in the course information section of this publication. Generally, however, prerequisites may be satised by completing the relevant WACE examination and achieving a scaled mark of 50 or better.

ADDITIONAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Some courses may have additional entry criteria, including interviews, portfolios and criminal record or working with children checks. Most are listed against each course in the course information section of this guide. If you are unsure of specic course requirements, check with the University Admission Centre. Dont worry if you dont qualify for entry, there are plenty of other options for you to choose from. Head to the section on exible entry pathways on page 18. APPLYING FOR FIRST SEMESTER INTAKE You will need to apply through the Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC), which processes applications on behalf of the four public universities in Western Australia. The TISC website outlines Curtins courses, their specic requirements, entrance scores and prerequisite subjects. Its where youll nd the TISC codes to apply for your course and the TISC calendar for application opening and closing dates.

TISC 100 Royal Street, East Perth WA 6004 Tel: +61 8 9318 8000 Fax: +61 8 9225 7050 Web: tisc.edu.au

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IF YOU RECEIVE AN OFFER WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? If youre accepted into a Curtin undergraduate course, youll receive an offer from Curtin, while unsuccessful applicants will be notied by TISC. If you are eligible for a place but are unsuccessful in the main round and its not your rst preference, you may be reconsidered in the second round of offers (subject to course quota). If you do receive an offer into a Curtin course and it is your rst preference, you need to either accept or defer the offer. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON: If you are offered your rst preference If you are offered your second to sixth preference If you are not made an offer Go to the TISC website or contact the University Admission Centre. ACCEPTING YOUR OFFER Information on how to accept your place is included in your offer. TAKING A YEAR OFF You can elect to defer the start of your studies for a period of 12 months. Information about how to defer is contained in your offer pack.

CHANGING COURSES Once you commence your studies at Curtin there are options to change direction by applying to course-switch. You may also apply to take a leave of absence to reassess personal or career plans. APPLYING FOR SECOND SEMESTER INTAKE All future students who want to apply for mid-year entry need to apply directly to the University by completing an application for admission form and sending it directly to the faculty office. UNIVERSITY ADMISSION CENTRE Curtin University GPO Box U1987 Perth WA 6845 Tel: +61 8 9266 7805 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS This publication is intended for Australian citizens and permanent residents only. As some information contained in this publication may not be applicable, international students should refer to: international.curtin.edu.au or phone +61 8 9266 7331 for more information. +61 9266 7331 for 7331 information. f i

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Curtin operates out of a total of 16 locations, including g campuses in Sydney, Malaysia and Singapore, e, meaning you can get a Curtin education all over the globe. th l b

THE THREE-STEP TISC APPLICATION PROCESS

1. APPLY THROUGH TISC ONLINE:
tisc.edu.au

2. CHOOSE YOUR PREFERENCES:

You can list up to six preferences and we recommend you list more than one or two. List courses in the order you want to do them. You may be made an offer for the preference highest on the list that you are eligible for. Balance what you want to study with considerations such as, whether you meet the prerequisites for selected courses, and whether you meet the Universitys entrance requirements. If you change your mind about your courses, you can change your preferences at any time after submitting your application (subject to closing dates) and there is no fee.

3. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Complete and submit your application before the application closing date. You will nd this information on the TISC website.

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Kalgoorlie, home to the Western ern Australian School of Mines, boasts the largest open pit mine in the country the Super Pit.

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FLEXIBLE ENTRY PATHWAYS

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Dont worry, there are lots of different ways to possibly gain admission to Curtin. We provide a number of options to suit your needs.

Are you fresh out of high school?

UNIREADY ENABLING PROGRAM This program will help you to meet the requirements for entry to some Curtin courses. The program runs for one semester, is available fully online and is free for students from Australia and New Zealand. CURTIN BRIDGING COURSES We offer a range of tailored bridging courses to help you meet Curtins entry requirements. One of the options below might be just what you need. If you: intend to study within the area of science, engineering or health then consider the Enabling Course in Science and Engineering are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent then consider the Aboriginal Bridging Course or the Indigenous Tertiary Enabling Course havent met Curtins English requirement but meet the other requirements then consider the English Language Enabling Course.

OTHER BRIDGING COURSES Completing a bridging course offered at another Australian university that is at least one semester in duration and satises entry into that university may satisfy Curtins entry requirements. For more information visit the website or contact the University Admission Centre. Web: futurestudents.curtin.edu.au OPEN UNIVERSITIES AUSTRALIA With no entry requirements, Open Universities Australia can provide you with the opportunity to learn regardless of your educational background. If you successfully complete two degree-level units through OUA and satisfy Curtins English competency requirement, you may qualify for entry. Web: otl.curtin.edu.au/open

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Do you have an AQF qualication?

Australian Qualication Framework qualications include certicates, diplomas and advanced diplomas such as those offered through Curtin College, TAFE, and other training or education institutions, including Tuart and Canning colleges. CURTIN COLLEGE Located on Curtins Bentley Campus, Curtin College offers courses to prepare you for the requirements of tertiary studies. There are a range of options, some of which include a university preparation program, certicate IV in university foundation studies, and diplomas. TAFE Graduating from TAFE can qualify you for entry to Curtin. Check Curtin Universitys English requirements before applying. You may also need to satisfy any subject prerequisites. For more information visit the website or contact the University Admission Centre. Web: futurestudents.curtin.edu.au

CREDIT FOR YOUR STUDY If you have an existing qualication that is related to your chosen course, then you may also be eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL). Applications for RPL are assessed on a case-by-case basis once youve been accepted into your course.

Are you a mature-age student?

Then all of the above options are available to you as entry pathways to Curtin but you might also like to consider the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) . STAT The STAT is for people who are at least 20 years of age by 1 March (semester one intake) or 1 August (semester two intake) of the intended year of study. The STAT assesses a range of competencies considered important for success in tertiary study. To be eligible for entry to Curtin you will need to achieve a score of at least 135 in either the quantitive and/or verbal components and at least 140 in written English. For more i f m informa information visit the website tisc.edu.au

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Around 70 clubs are registered with the Guild, supporting around 3000 students. Types of clubs are: academic, international, issue-based, social, special interest, sports and religious.

After an early interest in building and home renovations, my interest in engineering grew. I have always had an interest in building things and how things work. To get into engineering I completed one year of a Bachelor of Science as a bridging course and this has set me up well. Dylan Heath Student Ambassador Bachelor of Engineering 21

Our library collection holds around 420,000 books, 31,500 videos and 35,000 journal titles.

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FEES AND EXPENSES

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Every student needs to consider the nancial implications of undertaking their degree. You should be aware that apart from your tuition fees, there are other expenses.
TUITION FEES Curtin offers Commonwealth-supported undergraduate places to students who are Australian residents, New Zealand citizens or permanent residents, and these fees are subsidised by the Australian Government. Students are required to pay a contribution towards the cost of their education. Tuition fees at Curtin are also charged by units per study period and not by the entire course. The fees and charges website publishes the student contribution amounts for every Curtin unit at the start of each year and the sites fee calculator can help you estimate the total cost of a course, or the cost for a year or a semester of study. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International students should contact the International Office or visit international.curtin.edu.au for relevant information on fees. Alternatively more information can be obtained at: fees.curtin.edu.au/course_fees.cfm fees.curtin.edu.au/course fees.cfm fees.curtin.edu.au/course_fees.cfm OTHER EXPENSES Tuition fees do not cover the cost of other items that may be required for studying a particular unit or course. Some examples include: textbooks incidental fees such as laboratory coats or art supplies rst-aid courses police clearance checks eld-trips. You can nd a comprehensive list of additional expenses per unit at Web: futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/ school-leavers/what-it-costs.cfm You may also incur day-to-day expenses while attending university, including parking, transport, food and recreation. trans transport, f d d recreati t tion.

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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
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The government and Curtin can help you to cover some of the costs associated with university study. It is worth gathering information early and then investigating a number of options.
HECS-HELP HECS-HELP is only available to Australian citizens and to holders of permanent humanitarian visas. New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian Permanent Residency visas must pay their student contributions up-front and in full by the census date each semester. The HECS-HELP loan scheme allows Commonwealth-supported Australian citizens or permanent humanitarian visa holders to defer paying their student contributions to the Australian Tax Office until they earn salaries above the minimum threshold. Once the threshold is reached and exceeded, students begin repaying their loans as a percentage of their wage. Students paying their student contribution amounts up-front at the time of studying a unit will receive a 20 per cent discount for any payments totalling $500 or more. Students must make their payments by the census date of each study period to be eligible for the discount. A tax invoice will be sent to all students at the start of each semester after the completion of the enrolment process. Tax invoices are now available electronically and can be accessed via OASIS once the enrolment has been completed. The tax eInvoice will show the enrolment schedule for the relevant study period and will specify the payment due date. More information regarding HECS-HELP and Commonwealth supported places is available online at: goingtouni.gov.au

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CENTRELINK Centrelink may provide nancial assistance to Curtin students who are Australian residents and studying full-time but applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis and must meet other specic criteria. Curtin has a permanent Centrelink office on the Bentley Campus. Services to students include: Youth Allowance Abstudy Austudy rent assistance health care card student nancial supplement. For more information go to: centrelink.gov.au

CURTIN STUDENT GUILD The Guild provides comprehensive education, welfare and social services to its members. Full Guild members can take advantage of a number of discounts both on and off campus. In conjunction with the Curtin Bookshop, the Guild also offers a number of bookshop grants to students in need of nancial assistance. The Guild website is packed with useful information on money matters for university students. For more information go to: guild.curtin.edu.au

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Sign up to our scholarship alert ip service. Youll receive an email n p whenever a scholarship that matches your criteria teria is open for application. n.

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SCHOLARSHIPS AT CURTIN
web: scholarships.curtin.edu.au
Curtins scholarships not only reward academic excellence but enable students from all backgrounds to realise their potential and shine their brightest.
A scholarship can offer you great opportunities. It will enhance your university experience through nancial, academic and career support so youll graduate with a vision for your future. Scholarships are not loans. The money is given to you provided you full key requirements such as academic performance, work experience or volunteer commitments. Scholarships have different eligibility criteria, application processes and closing dates, so check these carefully. For the latest information on scholarships visit our website and sign up to the scholarships email alert. We offer a number of undergraduate scholarships. This list is a snapshot of what is available: Curtin STAR Awards for students who may otherwise not have the opportunity to attend university due to nancial need. Alumni Scholarships for students whose immediate family are a Curtin or WAIT graduate. Women in Engineering Scholarships for women wishing to pursue a career in engineering integrating sustainability. The scholarships website contains: up-to-date information and eligibility criteria for available scholarships tips for writing a really good scholarship application a sign-up email alert service that lets you know when a scholarship matching your selection criteria will be open for application. It also sends you a reminder email one week before applications close. Web: scholarships.curtin.edu.au/subscribe 27 BHP Billiton Indigenous Scholarship Program for Indigenous students with demonstrated academic potential and nancial hardship. BHP Billiton Science Scholarship for students who wish to pursue a career in science. CBS Excellence Scholarships for students with demonstrated academic excellence who wish to pursue a career in business. CBS Aspirations Scholarships for students who wish to pursue a career in business and have taken part in the CBS Excelerate program.

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Charles Watson Scholarships for students who wish to study within health sciences and demonstrate leadership potential. Chris Lewis Scholarships for Indigenous students on the basis of academic potential and demonstrated commitment to the Indigenous community. Elizabeth Jolley Memorial Scholarship for a student with demonstrated academic excellence and an interest in creative writing, or literacy and cultural studies. Engineering Excellence Scholarships for students with demonstrated academic excellence who wish to pursue a career in engineering. John Curtin Undergraduate Scholarships This is one of Curtins most prestigious scholarships, which honours former Australian Prime Minister and Curtins namesake, John Curtin. The scholarship covers education and living expenses with an additional amount to study overseas. Scholars are encouraged to volunteer in the community throughout their studies and are given support and direction through a mentor program. Please note: Scholarship details may change throughout the year. Check the scholarships website for the latest information and a full list of available scholarships. Scholarships Office Tel: +61 8 9266 2992 Web: scholarships.curtin.edu.au 28

Harry Perkins Scholarships for rural and regional students who can demonstrate nancial need. Health Sciences Excellence Scholarships for students with demonstrated academic excellence wishing to pursue a career in health sciences. Humanities Excellence Scholarships for students with demonstrated academic excellence who wish to pursue a career in humanities. Institute for Theoretical Physics Scholarship for a student with demonstrated academic excellence through the ATAR (TER) or exceptional maths and physics scores enrolling in a Bachelor of Science (Physics). John de Laeter Scholarship for students of high academic achievement in the physical sciences and mathematical sciences. Principals Recommendation Award Every WA high school principal may recommend two students that meet a number of criteria. Science Excellence Scholarships for students with demonstrated academic excellence wishing to pursue a career in science. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS This publication is intended for Australian citizens and permanent residents only. International students please refer to international.curtin.edu.au for further information as some information in this guide may not be applicable.

After receiving my Curtin scholarship, I was fortunate to meet some great and wonderful people and become involved with Curtin Volunteers! As the current CV! vice president, I organise events, run programs, get involved in strategic planning and meet a huge range of people. This has allowed me to get more involved and connected to the University and the community, and will broaden my horizons by giving me the chance to take part in an international exchange program. Gina Ferreira Student Ambassador Bachelor of Commerce John Curtin Undergraduate Scholar

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The hockey pitches at Bentley ley Campus were the rst articial cial hockey pitches to be installed in ed the southern hemisphere.

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CAMPUS LIFE
web: unilife.curtin.edu.au
Everything you need on the Bentley Campus is within easy walking distance. There are a number of services and facilities to support you through your studies and to make sure you enjoy the time you are here.
CAREERS CENTRE You can drop in any time to use the resource centre or attend workshops on interview techniques, resum writing and job searching skills. You will nd detailed information on graduate recruitment programs, vacation work and work experience. If youd like condential advice you can arrange an appointment with one of the career counsellors. The Curtin Careers Fair is an excellent opportunity to meet organisations from all over the country and nd out rst hand what employers are looking for in university graduates. Web: careers.curtin.edu.au COMPUTING The computing labs are open 23 hours a day, seven days a week and can be used for all unirelated work including searching the net, writing assignments and listening to ilectures. You can use your own laptop for Internet access at wireless networking locations around campus. Every student has access to OASIS. It is your single entry point to student email, enrolment details, exam results, the library, timetables and d links to Curtins facilities. Web: abacuslab.curtin.edu.au LIBRARY You will spend a lot of time using the librarys huge range of print and electronic resources to support your learning and research. Databases, e-books, LibGuides, and i-tutorials to help you nd information are all accessible online 24/7. It is worth signing up for library tours at the start of your rst year and becoming familiar with the systems and the research tools. The TL Robertson Library hosts a number of facilities including the i-Zone, wireless Internet access, individual and group study areas, a lounge and a caf. Similar but smaller services are available at all Curtin campuses. Web: library.curtin.edu.au LEARNING CENTRE The Learning Centre provides guidance and support to all students. It runs a series of free workshops and seminars to help you with university study. Some of the programs include time management, preparing for exams, working in groups, academic writing and referencing. Web: learningcentre.curtin.edu.au Web: learningcentre.curtin.edu.au learningcentre curtin edu au

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START The Student Transition and Retention Team (START) helps you make the move into University life. The team runs Orientation, a University-wide mentoring program and provides student advisers for condential support on any issue that may impact on your success at uni. START also runs the Student Wellbeing Service for any personal or academic issue that may affect your wellbeing. STUDENT GUILD The Student Guild is made up of Curtin students and represents all student interests on University boards and committees. As a member, the Guild can provide you with valuable educational, welfare and social services. The Guild also offers heaps of extra-curricular activities such as Orientation Day, Guild ball, tavern shows, multicultural week, sport and recreation programs, grill the Guild and market days. Web: guild.curtin.edu.au Web: guild.curtin.edu.au guild curtin edu au

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FACILITIES AND SERVICES

web: unilife.curtin.edu.au
Curtins main campus at Bentley offers a diverse range of facilities and activities to help you incorporate study into your life.

FINANCE AND TRAVEL ATMs Bankwest STA Travel Unicredit

FO FOOD AND RETAIL BO BOCS, Ticketek and Moshtix outlets Bo Bookshops Ha Hairdressers Ne Newsagency Op Optometrist Ph Pharmacy Th The Main Caf and 11 other food outlets

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SAFETY AND SECURITY After-hours security escorts Campus courtesy bus Emergency telephone stations Well-lit, safe pathways p y Web: safety.curtin.edu.au Web: safety.curtin.edu.au safety curt .edu.au afety. rtin e a

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LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION SERVICES Learning Centre Mentoring programs Print and design services

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PARKING, TRANSPORT AND MAP

web: parking.curtin.edu.au
PARKING Parking restrictions apply at Bentley and Technology Park on weekdays between 6.30am and 4.30pm. All student parking is pay-as-you-go. There is long-term (all day), medium-term and short-term parking areas. Students should obey all signage and park in the appropriate areas. Tel: +61 8 9266 7116 Web: parking.curtin.edu.au PUBLIC TRANSPORT Curtins bus terminal is located on the east side of the Bentley Campus and has the second highest usage of any bus terminal in Perth. More than 500 buses stop at Curtin each weekday during semester. Curtin is only 6km from the city and two high-frequency bus routes, 100 and 101, connect Curtin with the Canning Bridge train station. The Circle-route, which runs between Perths universities, train stations and shopping m centres, runs every 15 minutes between 6.30am and 6pm. Transperth travel concessions are available upon request to all full-time students. Web: transperth.wa.gov.au RIDE YOUR BIKE In addition to the many bike racks around campus, secure bicycle enclosures are located in the foyer of building 302 (Davis Theatres) and building 115 (Security). The facilities house 110 bicycles. Entry to the facilities is by swipe card access, available from Curtin Security. CURTIN CABS Curtin provides a free hail-and-ride bus service for students living in the Waterford and Bentley areas. The service runs during semester between 7am and 10pm on weekdays. Buses run every 30 minutes on the Waterford route and every 15 minutes on the Bentley route during peak times. For more information on routes and timetable please visit: about.curtin.edu.au/getting-hereand-parking.cfm and p rking.cfm and-parking.cfm g

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FLEXIBLE STUDY
web: otl.curtin.edu.au
Curtin aims to be exible in the way its courses are delivered, meaning you dont have to be on campus all the time.

STUDY PART-TIME If you dont want to study a full-time load of four units per semester, in most courses at Curtin, you can choose to study part-time. Depending on your commitments, you can study one, two or three units per semester instead. You can also change your load each semester, so you can study one unit in rst semester and four in second semester. LECTURES ANYTIME Curtins widespread ilecture system records lectures, workshops, tutorials and conference proceedings. You can stream high resolution video or audio les from anywhere. Load the les onto your mobile or iPod and listen or watch at your leisure. Web: ilectures.curtin.edu.au PLAN YOUR TIMETABLE You can try different combinations of units to plan a potential timetable. Class information can be viewed for any timetabled units, which will produce a list of classes. Web: students.curtin.edu.au STUDY FROM HOME Curtin offers some units through distance education so you can study some or all of your course off-campus. Content is available online with further consultation from lecturers and tutors. More information on distance education and lists of units and courses are available on the website. Web: otl.curtin.edu.au/dist-ed

INTERACTIVE LEARNING Curtin uses the online system Blackboard to support a units class-taught content. Using this platform, you are able to hold online forums with fellow class members, discuss issues with lecturers from remote locations, or receive extra materials to supplement lectures. With Curtins iTunesU, you will have a range of specially selected multimedia at your ngertips. Accessible through the iTunes store and completely free, you can download audio, video and readable materials such as specialist lectures and speeches, cultural material or videos highlighting the fun and social aspects of campus life. iPORTFOLIO As a Curtin student, you can also explore iPortfolio. Its an online space where you collect and display evidence of your skills and achievements. A great way to connect with prospective employers, you can also upload your portfolio to iTunesU and share your talent with the world. OASIS Every Curtin student has access to the student portal OASIS that contains secure and personalised services. On your OASIS homepage youll nd: student email, exam results, personal bookmarks, links to all Curtins facilities, the library catalogues and databases, the latest campus news, timetable information and the official communications channel.

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SEE THE WORLD

web: outboundstudy.curtin.edu.au
Do you have an adventurous spirit? Maybe youd like to study while exploring different parts of the world.

STUDENT EXCHANGE An international exchange experience is your chance to travel while learning, broadening your horizons and bringing you into contact with new places and cultures. You can choose from one semester, one year or short-term opportunities. We have partnerships with more than 80 institutions in 20 countries. If you choose a formal exchange program, your overseas studies are credited towards your degree. Consider some of the benets: learn a different language immerse yourself in a new culture make lifelong friends build your resum develop new perspectives. To be eligible for student exchange you must be: enrolled at Curtin an Australian citizen, permanent resident, holder of a permanent humanitarian visa, New Zealand citizen or international student studying at the Bentley Campus or any of the Western Australian regional campuses able to meet the eligibility criteria. There are costs involved with student exchange, but nancial assistance is available, including scholarships, travel bursaries, Commonwealth grants or an OS HELP loan. If youre interested in studying overseas and you are eligible, then visit Curtin Student Exchange. Web: outboundstudy.curtin.edu.au

OUR REGIONAL CAMPUSES We deliver courses around the state. From winemaking in Margaret River to mining in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience from locations in industry heartlands. KALGOORLIE Kalgoorlie is an historic mining town in the Goldelds region. It is also the base for the Western Australian School of Mines, one of Australias leading centres of mining education. MARGARET RIVER This town is one of Western Australias most picturesque and popular holiday destinations. The Centre for Wine Excellence provides viticulture and oenology students with access to practical experience in leading vineyards and advice from local winemakers. OUR OVERSEAS CAMPUSES MALAYSIA Our campus in Miri, Sarawak, East Malaysia offers courses in arts, commerce, computer science and engineering. Consider studying a semester or a year in Malaysia for a completely different cultural experience. SINGAPORE Our newest international campus was opened in December 2008. Students are now enjoying new, purpose-built facilities in one of the worlds most cosmopolitan cities.

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REGIONAL STUDENTS
web: unilife.curtin.edu.au/rural.cfm
For regional students, moving away from home to attend university is a life-changing experience. The key to success is being organised early.

Research your housing options, apply for scholarships and make sure you attend Orientation. In that week youll discover all the support available to you and you can attend events that have been specially organised for regional students. Web: unilife.curtin.edu.au/rural.cfm HOUSING If youre moving to Perth, you may choose to live on campus in university housing. All accommodation is self-catered and fully furnished, and generally consists of singlestudy bedrooms with shared facilities such as kitchens and bathrooms. Your wellbeing is our rst priority. We encourage you to get to know the staff that work at the residence and join in the many organised social activities. Curtin provides 24-hour security seven days a week so you will live in a safe and friendly multicultural environment. Early application is essential because on-campus accommodation is always in high demand. However, we give priority to newto-Perth students. Would you prefer to live off-campus? Housing Services takes hundreds of listings each semester. Whether you want share housing, to board somewhere, or rent your own place, we can help.

Tel: +61 8 9266 4430 Email: housing@vc.curtin.edu.au Web: housing.curtin.edu.au SCHOLARSHIPS Curtins undergraduate scholarships program can assist with costs associated with studying (textbook, incidental expenses) and the costs of moving away from home. Curtin STAR Awards are awarded to students who demonstrate nancial need and, among other categories, are from regional areas. Make sure you also take a look at these scholarships on the website; they are especially for regional students: Harry Perkins Scholarships for regional or remote students who demonstrate nancial need. BHP Billiton Worsley Alumina Engineering Scholarships for students from high schools in the south-west intending to pursue a degree in chemical, mechanical or mining engineering. Tel: +61 8 9266 2992 Web: scholarships.curtin.edu.au

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FIND OUT MORE

web: futurestudents.curtin.edu.au
Help for future students:
FUTURE STUDENTS CENTRE This is your rst port of call for questions regarding study at Curtin. Course advisers are available to speak with you over the phone, via your email enquiry, or you may like to call in for a face-to-face appointment. If our advisers dont have the immediate answers then they will direct you to the right people for help. The Future Students team also hosts information sessions throughout the year for prospective students of any age, parents and career counsellors. Future Students Centre: Hayman Hall, Building 102 Opening hours are 9am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday Tel: +61 8 9266 1000 1300 CU 1000 1800 CU 1000 Email: futurestudents@curtin.edu.au Web: futurestudents.curtin.edu.au STUDENT CENTRAL Student Central provides a service to future students, current students and the general public. Contact Student Central for questions regarding student administration including admissions, scholarships, recognition of prior learning, official documents, fees, examinations and graduations. The Student Central foyer and customer service counters are open from 9am to 4.45pm and telephone lines are open from 8.30am. Student Central Building 101 Tel: +61 8 9266 3399 Email: customer-service@curtin.edu.au Web: curtin.edu.au

Help once you start at Curtin:

FACULTY STUDENT SERVICES OFFICES Once you become a Curtin student most of your day-to-day student administration, including enrolment, is handled by a network of faculty student services officers (FSSOs) and other dedicated student services staff at the various campuses and education centres. ORIENTATION Orientation, called StartUp Week at Curtin, happens in the week prior to the start of classes each semester and is compulsory for all new-to-Curtin students. StartUp Week is the perfect opportunity to become acquainted with your course, teaching staff and University support services. There are also lots of social events to help you make friends and have some fun. Web: oweek.curtin.edu.au

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UNISPEAK
web: tisc.edu.au
This list is a quick guide to help you decipher some everyday terms that are used at Curtin.

Core unit: A compulsory unit of study as specied in the course outline. A student must complete the core units to graduate from the course. Degree: The course title. The award granted by the University once a student has satisfactorily completed a course of study. Elective unit: A unit chosen by the student that is not specied in the course outline. Honours: Generally an additional year of study, in which students do further research or study in an area of interest related to their course. In four-year courses the honours program is usually taken concurrently with the undergraduate degree. Major: A series of eight units combined to satisfy Curtins requirements in an area of specialisation and includes at least two units at nal year level. Minor: A series of four units in the same subject, including at least two units at second year level or higher. Optional unit: A unit chosen by the student from a specied list provided in the course outline. Postgraduate study: Further university study, undertaken once students have completed their rst qualication, usually a bachelor degree.

Prerequisite: A unit students must complete before starting a higher-level unit in a particular area. Professional practice/placement: Students are required to extend knowledge and skills within a practical environment. Undergraduate study: Education leading to a rst qualication from university, usually a bachelor degree. Unit: A distinct area of study that is a component of a course. CHECK WITH TISC The TISC website is the denitive source of information on Curtin courses and their specic requirements. Course changes will be updated on the TISC website. Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC) 100 Royal Street East Perth WA 6004 Tel: +61 8 9318 8000 Fax: +61 8 9225 7050 Web: tisc.edu.au

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS This publication is intended for Australian citizens and permanent residents only. As some information contained in this publication may not be applicable, international students should refer to: international.curtin.edu.au or phone +61 8 9266 7331 for more information.

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Find out all about our courses and what life at Curtin is like by coming to Open Day. Lecturers will be on hand to answer questions about courses and there will be tutors conducting demonstrations. Student ambassadors will be available for questions about life at uni. The Future Students team will be available to discuss everything from enrolment to graduation and to give study advice. Dont miss it!

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THE COURSES
web: courses.curtin.edu.au
The following pages contain information about teaching areas and the courses they offer.
I chose to study at Curtin because the physiotherapy course is one of the best in the country. Physiotherapy will give me the opportunity to improve a persons quality of life, as well as promote a healthy lifestyle. Our patients also provide enormous inspiration, with each persons commitment contributing hugely to their rehabilitation and overcoming obstacles they may face in their lives. Emma Cockman Student Ambassador Bachelor of Physiotherapy STAT Elements: Study Mode: REFERENCE KEY Degree: The course title.

Prerequisites: WACE courses required for course entry.

Note: One science course* Biological Sciences 3A/3B, Chemistry 3A/3B, Earth and Environmental Science 3A/3B, Human Biological Science 3A/3B, Integrated Science 3A/3B or Physics 3A/3B; or TEE Biology, TEE Chemistry, TEE Human Biology, TEE Physical Science or TEE Physics satises this requirement.

STAT:

The Special Tertiary Admissions Test. It is only available to mature-age students and is not accepted as a means of entry to all Curtin courses. Mature-age students are advised to contact the relevant faculty before applying. V = Verbal Q = Quantitative E = Essay F = Full-time P = Part-time E = External Location of course offerings.

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web: karda.curtin.edu.au
The Centre promotes the participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in tertiary studies. It aims to create new ways of learning that are culturally appropriate and will make tomorrow better for all people. Courses at CAS will provide you with the skills, abilities and cultural awareness to work with Indigenous communities.

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I come from a large family, with seven brothers and sisters, and so far I am the only sibling to have gone to university. This makes me very proud. I am inspired to be a good role model for myself, my family and my people. Vassa Hunter Associate Degree in Indigenous Community Health

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STUDY AREAS Indigenous Community Health Indigenous Community Management and Development Indigenous Primary Education

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Courses cover Indigenous health and community management and development at both associate and bachelor degree levels. They are d designed to provide culturally appropriate education and create new ways o of learning and working in an inclusive Australian context.
I Indigenous Community Health
D Degree: Associate Degree in Indigenous C Community Health P Prerequisites: Available only to applicants of A Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. A Applicants must meet standard University entry r requirements for associate degrees. Education, p personal and work experience, existing skills, c community, family and employer support are also e evaluated. It is preferable that students are working, o or prepared to undertake voluntary work in an A Aboriginal health or community-related position. Alternative pathways are available. A STAT: Not available S Study Mode: F (block release) S Duration: 2 years full-time Campus: Bentley Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science (Indigenous Community Health) Prerequisites: Available only to applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. Applicants must meet standard University entry requirements for bachelor degree programs, or have successfully completed the Curtin Aboriginal Bridging Course or an Associate Degree in Indigenous Community Health. Alternative pathways are available. STAT: Not available Study Mode: F (block release) Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Skilled Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers are in great demand and Curtin graduates are readily employed. This course enables those working in health-related positions to: increase their knowledge and skills so they can perform more effectively; empower Aboriginal people to determine directions and strategies needed for improvement in Aboriginal healthcare; provide an alternative, holistic approach to health management that enables effective change to occur in Aboriginal health; and increase Aboriginal employment opportunities, selfmanagement and self-determination. This course is community-based and skills are achieved in a community setting. Most students already work in the Aboriginal health industry and complete most of their study in their workplace. In addition, students attend two-week study blocks four times per year. Travel and accommodation arrangements are made by Curtin teaching staff and are funded by the government. Between study blocks, students complete learning contracts which are negotiated with staff during the study block.

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Indigenous Community Management and Development
Degree: Associate Degree in Indigenous Community Management and Development Prerequisites: Available only to applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. Applicants must be in an administrative, leadership, management or community development position. Alternative pathways are available. Applicants must meet standard University entry requirements for associate degrees, or be a non-school leaver with signicant work experience. STAT: Not available Study Mode: F (block release) Duration: 2 years full-time Campus: Bentley Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science (Indigenous Community Management and Development) Prerequisites: Available only to applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. Applicants must be in an administrative, leadership, management or community development position. Alternative pathways are available. Applicants must meet standard University entry requirements or have successfully completed the rst two years of the related associate degree. STAT: Not available Study Mode: F (block release) Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This course aims to further Aboriginal selfdetermination and self-management; to develop the knowledge and competence required by Aboriginal people to assume important roles in the community and other sectors; to enhance understanding and the ethical practice of Indigenous Terms of Reference and community development principles; and to further the Aboriginalisation process in Aboriginal organisations and communities. This course is designed for people already working in management, leadership or community development positions, and plays an important professional development role in readying and assisting them to take on higher positions. The program is community-based and skills are achieved in a community setting. Most students already work in paid or voluntary positions in Aboriginal or government organisations and undertake the bulk of their study in their workplace. In addition, students attend study blocks for seven weeks per year. Students must negotiate with their employer to ensure they are able to attend. Travel and accommodation arrangements are made by Curtin teaching staff and are funded by the government.

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Degree: Bachelor of Education Regional and Remote (Primary) Prerequisites: Available only to applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. Applicant must meet standard University entry requirements or successfully complete the Curtin Aboriginal Bridging Course. Alternative pathways are available for mature-age students. Applications can be based on work experience, general and professional education, or relevant qualications. Applicants with signicant work experience who have also completed a Certicate IV Teacher Assistant or equivalent will be considered. Applicants will be assessed on an individual basis at a selection workshop and interview. Literacy and numeracy skills are an important prerequisite to teaching and students are required to demonstrate competence. However, additional support will be provided to those who speak English as a second language. Applicants will be required to submit a recent Police Clearance and Working with Children Check prior to undertaking professional practice placements. STAT: Not available Study Mode: F (block release) Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley

Course Description: This degree provides a culturally appropriate pathway for Indigenous students who wish to teach in the primary education sector. The degree, with a focus on regional and remote teaching and learning, provides quality teacher training in curriculum planning and professional teaching practice. Practical classroom experience forms a signicant part of the degree. Delivery through CAS in block release mode considers family and cultural responsibilities, and allows students working in schools to continue their employment while studying. The degree will equip graduates to work between their Indigenous culture and the culture of any school in which they are employed. Successful completion of the degree allows graduates to apply to the Western Australian College of Teaching (WACOT) for registration as a teacher, a prerequisite for employment in any school.

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web: business.curtin.edu.au
Curtins strong industry links take your business degree beyond the four walls of a classroom and into the real world, where you can shine your brightest.

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Being a Curtin student means a great lifestyle; it is not just about getting a degree. I am inspired and motivated by the career opportunities that will be available to me after I graduate. Victoria Willetts Student Ambassador Bachelor of Commerce

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STUDY AREAS Commerce (with majors in): Accounting Accounting Technologies Advertising Banking Business Information Systems Business Information Technology Business Law Economics Entrepreneurship Finance Financial Planning Human Resource Management Industrial Relations International Business Logistics and Supply Chain Management Management Marketing Property Property Valuation Public Relations Taxation Tourism and Event Management

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Your business degree not only opens doors once you graduate, but also gives you access to many unique opportunities while youre a student. Access real-life businesses, employer networks, new experiences and career possibilities. The wide range of professional skills and challenges offered by a Curtin business degree will broaden your perspective and prepare you for whatever career path you wish to take, anywhere in the world.
Business Administration
Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration Prerequisites: None. At least Mathematics 2C/2D desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: The broad focus of this course is on expertise in general management. The degree is designed for both mature-age students with a range of business experience and school leavers seeking a broad-based degree offering many opportunities for their future career path. You complete seven core units in the rst two semesters. In both second and third year, you take a mix of core and elective units. The degree also includes an option to undertake industry-based projects, international study tours and study in a minor area of specialisation. Career Opportunities: On graduating, you are qualied to work in a wide range of business settings in both the public and private sector. Graduates with additional work experience are suitable for positions in middle and senior management, such as assistant manager or branch manager.

Commerce
Degree: Bachelor of Commerce (with majors and double majors as listed) Prerequisites: None. At least Mathematics 2C/2D desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P, E. Advertising, Business Law, Finance, Management and Marketing majors are available fully online. Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: The Bachelor of Commerce is Curtin Business Schools principal course and one of the most recognised undergraduate business qualications in the Asia-Pacic region. One of the courses great strengths is diversity offering you the most comprehensive range of business majors in Western Australia. Depending on the business area(s) you choose to specialise in, you can select a single or double major to suit your career aspirations. In your rst year you study seven common core units, six of which include an introduction to different business areas. After completing the common core units, you progress to units more specic to your area(s) of specialisation. Throughout the course, you participate in lectures, tutorials, class presentations, group work, computer labs, case studies and authentic business-related activities to ensure you develop the essential knowledge, as well as personal and professional attributes, for your future career success.

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SINGLE MAJORS A single major concentrates heavily on one area of specialisation and allows more in-depth study in that area. Accounting Advertising Banking Business Information Systems Business Information Technology Business Law Economics Entrepreneurship Finance Financial Planning Human Resource Management International Business Logistics and Supply Chain Management Management Marketing Property Property Valuation Public Relations Tourism and Event Management DOUBLE MAJORS Students who choose a double major gain knowledge in two complementary areas of specialisation. Students can choose their double major combinations from the following list: Accounting and: Accounting Technologies; Banking; Business Information Systems; Business Law; Entrepreneurship; Finance; Taxation Accounting Technologies and: Accounting Advertising and: Marketing; Public Relations Banking and: Accounting; Finance Business Information Systems and: Accounting; Business Information Technology; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Management Business Information Technology and: Business Information Systems Business Law and: Accounting; Marketing; Property Economics and: Finance; Management; Marketing; Property Entrepreneurship and: Accounting; Marketing Finance and: Accounting; Banking; Economics; Management; Marketing; Property Human Resource Management and: Industrial Relations; Management Industrial Relations and: Human Resource Management Logistics and Supply Chain Management and: Business Information Systems; Marketing Management and: Business Information Systems; Economics; Finance; Human Resource Management; Marketing; Public Relations Marketing and: Advertising; Business Law; Economics; Entrepreneurship; Finance; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Management; Property; Public Relations; Tourism and Event Management Property and: Business Law; Economics; Finance; Marketing Public Relations and: Advertising; Management; Marketing; Tourism and Event Management Taxation and: Accounting Tourism and Event Management: Marketing; Public Relations

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INTERFACULTY DOUBLE MAJORS BUSINESS AND HUMANITIES Advertising and: Creative Advertising and Graphic Design; Creative Writing Business Information Systems and: Internet Communications Business Information Technology and: Digital Design Business Law and: International Relations; Journalism Economics and: International Relations; Sustainable Development Entrepreneurship and: 3D Design; Textiles Finance and: Asian Studies Public Relations and: Journalism Tourism and Event Management and: Asian Studies Course Features: Curtins Bachelor of Commerce offers unique practical skills and networking opportunities that ensure you stand out from the crowd in a competitive marketplace. Curtin Business Club: Every Curtin Business School student receives exclusive membership into the Curtin Business Club (CB Club) an opportunity to develop your lifelong relationship with the CBS business network. The CB Club consists of a variety of student chapters providing a broad range of experiences, entertainment, developmental programs and professional opportunities. Capstone: This is the nal unit in the Bachelor of Commerce which provides the transition from studying at university to working in your profession. The skills learnt from your degree will come together as you apply them to a contemporary case study. To help you along the way, learning resources will be available from leading international and local organisations, showing insight into their business practices. In this respect, you will be learning from the best so you can be the best upon graduation.

International exposure: With more than 15,000 students from more than 90 countries studying at Curtin Business School, you will establish your international network from the rst day of your course. Due to our close ties with global institutions, you will be offered semesters abroad, exchange programs and short-term travel opportunities tied to specic courses. Many of our lecturers have worked overseas and provide an international perspective to teaching business. Innovative learning spaces: CBS is working in close partnership with industry to create professional business environments on campus. Several projects are currently in development including: stock market trading room future technology learning space Curtin Business Club lounge training rooms boardrooms student chapter committee rooms. Flexible learning opportunities: Choose when and how you want to study through a range of exible class modes. You can complete units on campus or online, allowing those who cannot access the campus to complete their degree.

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Career Opportunities: The Curtin Commerce degree opens up a world of career opportunities by equipping you with specialist knowledge and skills that translate into many elds of business. Included in your membership of the Curtin Business Club, is access to CareerStart an exciting program which builds the skills required by employers over the course of your degree. You are measured with the Career Performance Index (CPI) on your academic performance, work experience, extracurricular achievement, leadership, teamwork, decision making, problem solving and higher-level communication skills, to indicate your readiness to be effective in a professional workplace environment. As you increase your CPI, you will be given greater opportunities to interact with industry through internships, real-life clients, workplace eld trips and guest speakers. Professional Recognition: The majors within Curtins Commerce degree are designed, wherever possible, to conform to membership standards of the professional bodies that you are likely to associate with after graduation. Student membership is also available for some professional associations. Introduction to Bachelor of Commerce majors: ACCOUNTING With jobs in some of the coolest places, such as international consultancies or high-prole sporting clubs, accountancy is a career that can take you anywhere. Accountants are essential to the success of all kinds of businesses. If you have a head for facts and gures, are good with people, work well in a team and present condently, the accountancy profession needs you now. This major introduces you to accounting principles, auditing, taxation and some areas of business law and nancial management. Youll examine the recording and communicating of information about the nancial performance of organisations. Whether you work for an organisation or run your own business, an understanding of accounting and nancial management is invaluable. ACCOUNTING TECHNOLOGIES If youve decided youd like to join the ranks of the accounting professionals, this is a major you should consider taking as a double act with accounting. Theres a lot of technology out there and accountants need to know how to use it to give their business an advantage. This major gives you a comprehensive understanding of the use of technology in accounting and related areas. Youll study accounting principles, auditing, taxation, relevant areas of business law and nancial management. The major also investigates accounting software and explores the issues, opportunities and challenges for the accounting profession in a world that now relies heavily on e-commerce and technology.

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ADVERTISING Interested in how a business or an organisation can draw attention to itself? How it can develop and distribute messages that really hit the mark with their customers or the general public? If you want to see your efforts gain a lot of attention on TV, billboards, radio, websites, or in magazines, youll certainly get to make your mark in advertising. In this major, youll study the fundamental business principles and processes of advertising. Youll also gain an insight into the creative elements of advertising and learn how to effectively apply these to the marketing communications or advertising industries. BANKING Most of us are aware of how important banking and related institutions are to the success of businesses, governments and ordinary people. Good bankers often make people happy would you like a career that involves working with people and making them happy? Bankers need to be able to develop strong relationships with people to help them achieve their business or personal goals. In this major, youll learn about bank lending, international trade and banking law, practice and management. Youll also learn about nance and develop a working knowledge of the Australian banking and nancial system and how it relates to the business environment.

BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS Heres one for problem-solvers and lateral thinkers. We all know that protable businesses rely heavily on information systems to obtain, process and output complex information. But they also rely heavily on someone who really understands the business, and can analyse and identify the issues and propose the best systems solution. So, if youve got a knack for getting to the bottom of issues and nding a way to do things better, businesses need you. In this major, youll learn how business information systems are selected, managed and applied to business problems. Graduates gain in-depth knowledge of business systems analysis and design, business software tools, information security and project management. BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY If you eat, sleep and breathe all things to do with computers, and youre really handy with them, youve come to the right place. A career in the computing industry is probably your dream job because youll be using information technology to design, create and modify systems for different business needs. This major provides you with an in-depth knowledge of computer programming, systems analysis and design, database systems, technological infrastructure and networking, and project management. Youll also be wired into the latest developments in information technology to solve all kinds of business problems. Best of all, youll get to test your skills by completing a one-year project with real clients.

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BUSINESS LAW Want to know the rules of business inside out? Interested in legal stuff but dont fancy a lengthy law degree or becoming a barrister or solicitor? This course wont lead to any wig wearing at least not in a court of law but it will give you a solid background in legal matters that will be invaluable, whatever career you decide on. In this major, youll study units covering contract law, real property, intellectual property, torts and taxation. While it doesnt lead to a professional legal qualication, it does meet the increasing demand for graduates who have the legal knowledge and skills to navigate the corporate world or in government. ECONOMICS Are you into big pictures? Not drawing pictures, but drawing conclusions from the bigger issues or trends you see around you? How about predicting the consequences of big decisions being made by governments or corporations? Welcome to economics. This major gives you an understanding of how choices made by government, producers and consumers can impact on economic growth, unemployment, ination, poverty and wealth. Youll develop analytical skills that are highly valued in careers in the global business world. You can also choose to specialise in areas such as international economics, public nance or labour economics. ENTREPRENEURSHIP Have you noticed how youre always coming up with new ideas, or taking on personal challenges? You could be an entrepreneur in the making! Why work for others when you can be your own boss? In this major, youll study the foundations of business, along with units that enhance your skills, knowledge and expertise in developing, managing and growing an entrepreneurial venture either your own business or someone elses. Youll also gain skills in management, problem solving, planning, organising and managing change. Plus, youll have the chance to interact with real-life entrepreneurs to get some practical perspectives and experiences in this exciting part of the business world. FINANCE Interested in money? Not just making loads of it but helping businesses earn prots through smart investments and good nancial decision making and being rewarded for your efforts? There are different careers you can follow in the eld of nance and it can take you anywhere in the world. This includes working in corporate nance for big business, working for well-known nancial institutions or working in nancial markets in Australia and overseas. This major gives you a broad understanding of the structure and operations of nancial management. Youll learn about evaluating investments, deciding how to fund activities and understanding the roles of nancial markets.

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FINANCIAL PLANNING Good nancial planners are a bit like your family doctor. They diagnose the health of your nances either to get you back on your nancial feet, or to help you plan ahead for retirement and secure your nancial future. Planners help people make the most of their money by advising how, where and when to invest or spend it. In this major, youll learn about nancial planning processes and the skills and knowledge required in professional practice. It includes a foundation in business studies, plus specialist units in nancial planning such as risk and insurance; taxation; and estate, superannuation and retirement planning. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT If youre an expert in matchmaking, a career in human resources might be for you. Except in this case its about matching people to jobs and organisations. Human resource management involves strategies and activities to manage an organisations most important resource people. This means everything from recruiting the right people, to working with executives and managers on incentives to better engage and train staff. Youll inuence the quality and commitment of an organisations workforce and improve their competitive advantage in the business world. In this major, youll study recruitment strategy and planning, attraction and retention of staff, learning and development, pay systems and rewards, performance management and workplace relations.

INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS Industrial relations has become a hot topic in recent years as employers, staff and unions grapple with our changing industrial relations laws. Are you curious about the relationships between organisations and their staff and how these are managed? Do you want to make a difference to peoples working lives by negotiating the best deals? In this major, youll learn about the relationship between management and labour, inuenced by parties like government, employers, employees and unions. Youll study the evolution of industrial relations in Australia and learn about types of employment, forms of bargaining, negotiation processes, grievances, industrial action and dispute resolution. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS Keen on travel? Like meeting people from other countries and learning about their cultures? How about doing all of this while conducting business with them? With an international business major youll be packed and ready for a business career that takes you around the world. In this major, youll learn to navigate your way around international business environments and understand which personal attributes you need to be successful in international business, including working effectively in cross-cultural teams. Youll also develop skills in problem solving, information literacy, and written and oral communication. Units include a wide range of business disciplines such as international accounting, economics, nance, human resources, law, management and marketing.

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LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT Ever wondered how big companies remove, make or buy stuff then transport it to other places to ll an order or build something? Want to help them nd the best way from A to B? With the resources boom in full swing, this area has major job opportunities. Large companies are always looking to save money or create business opportunities through logistics and supply chain strategies. Jobs include operational and managerial roles in transport, purchasing, supply chain management, distribution, manufacturing and retailing. This major is unique to Curtin and includes strategic procurement, competitive conduct and strategy. It also covers materials management, systems analysis and design, operations management, project management and business statistics. MANAGEMENT Want to be the boss one day? See yourself running a team, business or organisation? Of course, managing isnt about ordering people around from your big fancy office. Its about taking a leading role in lots of things supervising and mentoring staff, balancing budgets and ensuring tasks and projects are completed successfully. This major doesnt promise to turn you into a ready-made manager, but it will provide you with the knowledge, insight and skills youll need if you aspire to being a manager anywhere skills such as problem solving, decision making, communicating with people and managing a budget. Youll also learn how organisations work, how to make plans, manage change, be innovative and be a leader. MARKETING Like to nd out what makes people tick? Or why they tick but never tock? Welcome to marketing one of the most important functions in a successful business. Marketing is about giving businesses a competitive edge to help them to sell more products or services. Its about understanding who they should be targeting, then working out how you might persuade the target audience to buy something. This major provides you with the chance to explore the huge eld of marketing, including international and internet marketing, sales, pricing, promotion and distribution strategies. Youll also analyse the behaviour of competitors and customers to discover how marketing can predict customer demand for products, services or ideas. PROPERTY This major likes to be part of a duplex block. So if property is something youve been interested in and you want to know more about the industry, you can combine it with another major to suit your ambitions. This major is designed for students seeking a wider range of business skills, but with some property content. This major covers areas including property market and investment analysis, property development, nance, and business. Get the best of both worlds satisfy your curiosity for property and get a job thatll satisfy you.

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PROPERTY VALUATION The resources boom has led to many new property developments across Perth and Western Australia. If youre sold on a career in property, youve come to the right location, location, location. When you graduate and gain some industry training, youll be accredited as a property valuer. That means you can pursue careers in government or private industry and be involved in all kinds of exciting new property developments. In this major, youll be analysing property markets and gaining an in-depth knowledge of the structure and operations within the property industry. Youll explore key areas such as property law and development, construction and building costs, and property management and valuation. PUBLIC RELATIONS Fancy yourself as a great communicator? Are you good at working out how to communicate an idea or a situation to different people in writing as well as in person? Public relations is about managing communications, perceptions and relationships. Its about helping businesses meet goals, while considering the needs of other people, like staff, clients, shareholders, suppliers, retailers, the general public and others. This major teaches you how to plan, develop, implement and evaluate communication strategies that present an organisation in the best light, while promoting effective information ow within and outside of that organisation. Youll be the voice for your organisation, nding a way through the good and not-so-good times.

TAXATION If youre already thinking about an accounting major, taxation is a bit like a turbo-booster. When you add taxation to accounting it will propel you into a specialised area that every business wants a piece of. Well always have taxes, but no one wants to be paying more than their fair share! With this major youll develop a detailed understanding of taxation laws and practices in Australia and overseas. Youll study areas such as income tax, goods and services tax, fringe benets tax, international tax, tax administration and tax structures. It also covers state taxes, including payroll tax, land tax and stamp duty. TOURISM AND EVENT MANAGEMENT Who doesnt like to travel, or experience the excitement of a music festival or fundraising gala? Ever wondered what it would be like on the other side, actually organising and running the show? Its where serious pressure leads to a great sense of achievement. This major provides you with knowledge and skills that will boost your managerial prospects in both the tourism and event sectors in Australia and overseas. Youll study contemporary issues in international tourism, sustainable management of tourism and events, the impacts of tourism and events on the local and global economy and the all-important role of marketing. Youll also have the opportunity to get practical experience through eld trips.

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web: healthsciences.curtin.edu.au
You will benet from dedicated teaching staff, modern facilities and the facultys excellent reputation. You will also undertake interprofessional learning with other outstanding students from across the globe and help make tomorrow better.

My course is multidisciplinary and satises two of my biggest interests, psychology and commerce, while also using the knowledge I have gained to think creatively. Phillip Cocks Student Ambassador Bachelor of Psychology/Commerce

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STUDY AREAS Environmental Health Food Science and Technology Health Information Management Health Promotion Health, Safety and Environment Health Sciences Human Biology Preclinical Laboratory Medicine Midwifery Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology Nursing Nutrition Occupational Therapy Oral Health Therapy Pharmacy Physiotherapy Psychology Social Work Speech Pathology

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Curtin is a leader in health professional education and research, offering a broad range of highly regarded and unique degree programs. You can study health at a biological or molecular level, gain qualications as a health practitioner or learn about protecting and improving our communitys health. All courses have a strong practical focus including extensive eldwork placements, offering you invaluable on-the-job experience in the career of your choice to help you shine your brightest.
We are the rst university in Australia to introduce an interprofessional education curriculum for all rst-year Health Sciences students across all 19 discipline areas. Our cutting-edge program recognises the need to change the way health professionals are educated to prepare them for the ever-changing health and social demands globally and to improve the services provided to the community. involving everything from the application of the basic sciences such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, engineering, and physics, to the handling, processing and packaging of foods from the farm gate to the consumers plate. The food science and technology course combines the theoretical foundations and practical experience required to ensure graduates have the skills to be competent professionals in the food industry. The facilities at Curtin are excellent, with purposebuilt laboratories, equipment and teaching resources. You will develop laboratory, analytical and technical skills throughout the course. In nal year you will apply your knowledge through professional placements as food technologists within the food industry. The course includes units examining the role of food in human health, biochemistry, food microbiology, food chemistry, food safety, and food engineering. These core units are then built on to establish understanding and capabilities in the areas of food product development, food law and regulation, marketing, production, processing, and preservation methods for a wide range of foods and food products. Career Opportunities: Graduates are in high demand and nd employment in government and private industry both in Australia and overseas. Areas of professional opportunity include food quality assurance, research and development of new products and new processing technologies, microbiology, technical consulting, and sales and marketing. Potential employers include food suppliers and manufacturers, 73

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Degree: Bachelor of Science (Food Science and Technology) Prerequisites: None. Mathematics 3C/3D and Chemistry 3A/3B or Integrated Science 3A/3B desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: The food industry is the largest industry in the world and needs highly trained professionals in food science and technology to ensure the safety, quality and supply of food for everyone on the planet. Food scientists develop and improve ways to process raw ingredients, such as grains, meats, milk and fruit, into safe, tasty and nutritious foods. A career in food science and technology is diverse and challenging one day you may be developing a new food product and the next you may be solving technical problems on a processing line. The study of food science and technology is multidisciplinary,

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beverage manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, supermarket chains, airlines, wine companies, hospitals, teaching institutions and federal, state and private research laboratories. Professional Recognition: The Curtin degree in food science and technology is the only course in Western Australia acknowledged by the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST), which is recognised worldwide. Graduates are encouraged to become members. specialist health promotion areas of planning working with the media, advocacy, strategies and methods for promotion and evaluation, as well as covering health issues such as alcohol and other drugs, injury control, cancer, nutrition, physical activity and mental health. In addition to specialist health promotion units, core studies are offered in human biology, behavioural sciences, research methods, epidemiology and other health-related disciplines. Career Opportunities: Health promotion graduates possess practical and theoretical skills which are highly sought after by employers. Employment can be found at local, state and national government and non-government agencies, including the National Heart Foundation, Asthma Foundation, WA AIDS Council, Cancer Council, Health Department and many more. Some graduates go on to work overseas in developing countries and you can structure your studies to reect this interest. The program attracts students from countries and regions including South-East Asia, the Pacic Islands, Japan, Europe and the United States, who then return to work in their countries of origin. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Health Promotion Association and the Public Health Association.

Health Promotion
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Health Promotion) Prerequisites: None. Human Biological Sciences 3A/3B and Mathematics 3C/3D desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P, E Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Health promotion aims to prevent health problems before they occur by developing skills and knowledge, community action, supportive environments, health public policy, and reorienting health services. This course offers a unique study combination of specialist health promotion and elective units to equip you with both the theoretical and practical skills needed to pursue a variety of careers. Health promotion is affiliated with the acclaimed Western Australian Centre for Health Promotion Research at Curtin. Through the grants it attracts, the centre offers the opportunity to participate in groundbreaking health promotion research. The expert staff have excellent practical and academic experience in health promotion, and have won numerous teaching awards. This course enables you to develop knowledge and skills in the principles and processes of planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion programs in various settings. You can undertake professional practice placements at a range of government and non-government agencies in metropolitan and rural locations. You will study 74

Health Promotion and Health and Safety

Degree: Bachelor of Science (Health Promotion) and Bachelor of Science (Health and Safety) Prerequisites: Human Biological Sciences 3A/3B and at least Mathematics 2C/2D. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P, E Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This course develops expertise in the area of health promotion with an additional focus on health and safety.

Health promotion aims to prevent health problems before they occur by developing skills and knowledge, community action, supportive environments, healthy public policy and reorienting health services. Health and safety is concerned with developing safer, healthier and more efficient workplaces through the core principles of risk management and assessment and the prevention of injury, diseases and adverse environmental impacts. This course enables you to develop knowledge and skills in the principles and processes of planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion programs in various settings. The course also develops skills and knowledge in risk assessment in a workplace, health and safety law, occupational hygiene, and ergonomics. The course is particularly relevant for jobs in government, community and industry, where the focus is on implementing systems that promote a safe and healthy work environment. In your nal year you can undertake two professional practice placements one in health promotion and one in health and safety. Career Opportunities: Health promotion graduates possess practical and theoretical skills that are highly desirable to employers. Linking these to highly regarded occupational health and safety skills means graduates of this double degree are highly sought after. Health promotion employment can be found at local, state and national government and nongovernment agencies, including the National Heart Foundation, Asthma Foundation, WA AIDS Council, Cancer Council, Health Department and many more. Some graduates will go on to work overseas in developing countries and you can structure your studies to reect this interest. Health and safety skills are in demand in a wide range of sectors including mining, oil and gas, manufacturing, government, health, and business. This course may be of particular interest to those with previous qualications and work experience in health and safety intending to complete a degree, and those who wish to gain a further area of professional qualication.

Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Health Promotion Association (Health Promotion) and membership to the Safety Institute of Australia (Health and Safety).

Health Promotion and Nutrition

Degree: Bachelor of Science (Health Promotion) and Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) Prerequisites: Chemistry 3A/3B. Human Biological Sciences 3A/3B and at least Mathematics 2C/2D desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P. Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Nutrition promotion activities offer solutions to many of the health problems facing society by developing skills and knowledge, initiating community action, providing supportive environments for dietary change and healthy public policy, and reorienting health services from curative to preventive. This degree enables you to develop knowledge and skills in nutrition and the principles of planning and to implement and evaluate health and nutrition promotion programs in various settings including food service. This includes improving foods served in school canteens or in remote Aboriginal community stores; working in schools to help teachers incorporate good nutrition into the classroom; helping worksites establish family-friendly workplaces that support breastfeeding mothers; and working in the community to ensure local nutritional and food needs are met. You may also obtain positions that involve using the mass media to promote good nutrition or to develop food and nutrition policy. You will cover principles related to the primary health care approach to health service delivery, including the use of community development principles to improve nutritional status. Professional placements in the eld are offered in both second and fourth year and these placements can be undertaken in urban, rural, remote or international locations. This degree targets areas of 75

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professional competencies developed by the WA Centre for Health Promotion Research in collaboration with health promotion agencies. The course can be undertaken part-time and some units are offered through distance learning. Career Opportunities: This is a relatively new degree and graduates are generally highly sought after in the workplace. Increasing problems surrounding the prevention of obesity and improving nutrition for vulnerable groups, such as Aboriginal people, are driving the need for a specially trained workforce with a combination of health promotion and nutrition skills. Graduates can apply for positions such as public health nutritionists, community nutritionists, nutrition coordinators, and health promotion and project officers. The career opportunities for a double degree graduate are different from those of a hospital or community dietitian who would work with individuals or groups of people to help treat or manage diseases, such as diabetes or cancer. Employment is typically found with state departments of health and non-government organisations such as the Cancer Council and National Heart Foundation. Other employment opportunities are with the federal government, divisions of general practice and local government. There are also opportunities to go overseas for academic and professional practice exchange and graduates can chose to work overseas in developing countries. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for full membership of the Australian Health Promotion Association and Public Health Association of Australia and to apply for associate membership as an accreditated nutritionist with the Dietitians Association of Australia.

Health Safety and Environment

Degree: Bachelor of Science (Health Safety and Environment) Students can choose from two majors: Environmental Health Health and Safety Prerequisites: None. One science course* and at least Mathematics 2C/2D desirable. STAT: E and Q Study Mode: F, P, E Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: You will complete a common rst year consisting of public health and science units and in second year select a major in either environmental health or health and safety. The course has a strong science base underpinning the development of required professional competencies and skills such as critical thinking, information literacy and competency in using technology. In second and third year, students from both majors undertake workplace professional placements under the supervision of supportive, experienced teaching staff and practitioners from government agencies and industry. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH This major focuses on managing the environmental factors that affect human health and protecting the community from both local and international risks such as those associated with sustainability, climate change, waste management, food safety, air and water quality, and other environmental contaminants.

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HEALTH AND SAFETY This major focuses on the development of the knowledge and skills required for the prevention of injury and diseases in the workplace and providing a safer, healthier and more efficient workplace. Career Opportunities: Demand for graduates is extremely strong with students from both majors receiving the skills needed to follow a variety of challenging career paths. In addition to opportunities in local, state and federal government agencies, environmental health graduates are able to pursue well-paid careers in food, safety and environmental management in both the public and private sectors. Health and safety graduates are also in big demand across a wide range of sectors including mining, oil and gas, construction, government and business in local, national and international locations. Professional Recognition: Both majors are accredited by their major professional accrediting bodies. The Environmental Health major is accredited by Environmental Health Australia (EHA) and graduates are eligible for full membership .They are also eligible for appointment as Environmental Health Officers throughout Australia. The health and safety major has international accreditation from the Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) (UK) and graduates are eligible for membership. Graduates are also eligible for membership of the Safety Institute of Australia (SIA) and the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists.

Health Sciences
Degree: Bachelor of Science Health Sciences Students can choose from two majors: Health Sciences Health Information Management Students who complete the Health Sciences major will be awarded a Bachelor of Science (Health Sciences). Students who complete the Health Information Management major will be awarded a Bachelor of Science (Health Information Management). Prerequisites: None. At least Mathematics 2C/2D and one science course* desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P, E Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This course offers studies in general multidisciplinary health sciences with the opportunity to combine studies in a number of health and related elds. You will undertake about one-third of this three-year course as core units, which include human structure and function, foundations of health professionals practice, evidence-informed health practice, Indigenous culture and health, health and health behaviours, epidemiology and biostatistics, public health, healthcare systems, and research methods. In this major, one subject area is generally chosen for in-depth learning and complemented by other areas of study based on personal interest, skill and career or future study goals. The balance between core and optional units shifts across the course, with the core units studied in rst year preparing you for greater focus on your selected study area in later years. Professional practice placements may also be available. Optional units include public health (health promotion, nutrition, food sciences, sexology, health information management, environmental and occupational health) as well as units from other health areas (anatomy, speech pathology, psychology, sociology and cell biology). You can also select units from other areas, including chemistry, physics, business and Aboriginal studies. This course 77

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is a exible degree in health, which can prepare you for the workforce or further postgraduate study. HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT This major is unique in Western Australia, and combines scientic, technical and administrative expertise, ensuring you have the skills required to be a competent professional. Health information management is a challenging profession involving clinical knowledge, health management, clinical classication and case-mix, health informatics, and clinical research and data management. Information management is critical to ensuring quality care throughout the health system. It is used in patient care; healthcare planning and management; legal and administrative purposes; research; identifying trends for the treatment of disease; and evaluating standards, quality and safety. Teaching staff possess strong links with local, national and international health professions, ensuring you have extensive hands-on experience in the eld. Units develop knowledge and skills in medical terminology, disease classication systems, management theory, health informatics, database management, health nance and economics, quality and safety, case-mix and clinical costing. You will complete a number of eldwork experiences throughout the degree, undertaking project work and visiting various health facilities including community health centres and a variety of public and private hospitals. You can choose to travel interstate and overseas for broader experience, with North America and Asia both popular destinations. Career Opportunities: Graduates from the Health Sciences major may be employed in public health, health promotion, health administration or staff development positions in a variety of healthcare settings depending on units selected in their degree. Graduates have successfully entered postgraduate programs in medicine, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech 78 pathology, occupational health and safety and public health, as well as developing research careers. Due to a current scarcity of well-qualied health information professionals, the employment rate of graduates from the health information management major is excellent, with many nding positions before graduation. Graduates are employed within health information management or in specialised areas such as clinical classication, health informatics, case-mix, quality and safety or project management in public and private health care facilities. Other areas include research, information system design and primary practice management. Professional Recognition: The degree is recognised throughout Australia and overseas, with graduates working across Australia and in the UK, US, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. You may also choose to undertake postgraduate studies in areas such as health administration, accounting, information technology or public health for even greater job diversity.

Human Biology Preclinical

Degree: Bachelor of Science (Human Biology Preclinical) Prerequisites: None. Chemistry 2A/2B, Mathematics 2C/2D and Human Biological Science 2A/2B or Biological Sciences 2A/2B desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: The growing number of graduate entry programs means good results in a generic or foundation science degree can provide another way of entering a health profession. This program offers you the skills necessary for entering clinical practice programs including medicine, pharmacy, nursing, the therapies and other allied health areas. While providing a broad-based degree in the preclinical medical sciences, this program also allows you to

specialise in aspects of applied human structure and function. Graduates access and critically evaluate scientic literature and are competent communicators in written and oral presentations. The course emphasises the development of problem-solving skills. The rst year provides a foundation in the life and general sciences. In second year, you will explore selected subject areas in depth, consolidated by extensive laboratory-based learning. In third year, you will investigate areas of current research in human biology and the life sciences. Opportunities for interprofessional learning will take place across the course. Career Opportunities: This course prepares you for prerequisite examinations for graduate entry into medicine and dentistry. Graduates may also apply for entry into professional master programs including those in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, pharmacy, chiropractic, nursing, speech pathology and audiology. You may also qualify to enter research programs leading to higher degrees in the life sciences.

Laboratory Medicine
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Laboratory Medicine) Prerequisites: None. Chemistry 2C/2D, Mathematics 2C/2D and Human Biological Science 2C/2D or Biological Sciences 2C/2D desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Medical scientists are vital members of the healthcare team, performing clinical laboratory diagnostic procedures and conducting research essential for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. This course offers you

excellent theoretical and practical preparation for all aspects of medical laboratory science. In rst year, you will develop a foundation in life and general sciences and interprofessional education. In second year, you will cover the cellular and tissue aspects of pathology and the individual discipline areas of laboratory medicine. During third and fourth years, you specialise by choosing from three discipline areas of laboratory medicine. Laboratory medicine covers six discipline areas: clinical biochemistry, haematology and transfusion science, histopathology, diagnostic cytology, medical microbiology and immunology. During the course you will complete 28 weeks of full-time clinical placement in a hospital or private pathology laboratory. Higher performing students may also be given the opportunity to complete honours during the third and fourth years by reducing their clinical placement time and completing a research project. In the nal semester study continues in the chosen disciplines covering core topics and case studies that draw together knowledge and experiences from all discipline areas. Career Opportunities: A degree in laboratory medicine offers diverse career opportunities in hospital laboratories, private pathology, the biomedical and biotechnology industries, academic research centres, veterinary pathology and forensic science. Graduates can also take advantage of a wide variety of international employment opportunities. Professional Recognition: The Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS) recognises this degree as fullling the academic requirements for graduate membership. This is currently the only undergraduate degree program in medical science in Western Australia accredited by AIMS.

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Midwifery
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) Prerequisites: None. Human Biological Science 3A/3B and Integrated Science 3A/3B desirable. STAT: E and V Study mode: F Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: The Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) prepares you for beginning level midwifery practice in any maternity care setting. The highly qualied and experienced midwifery team at Curtins School of Nursing and Midwifery, combined with strong industry partnerships, ensures this course covers contemporary midwifery practice and professional requirements, and meets industry needs. The course emphasises the close integration of evidence-based theory and clinical practice. Comprehensive theory covers physical, biological, psychological and social sciences. You will gain clinical experience in a wide range of community and hospital settings. Clinical placements are coordinated with theoretical study and progress from simulation and observation visits to more prolonged periods in selected maternity care settings. For supervised practice, you will be involved in caring for women, babies and their families, appropriate to your level of academic preparation and experience. In maternity care settings, registered midwives will provide individual assistance and supervision. Career Opportunities: Midwives work in a variety of settings such as clinics, hospitals, birthing centres or in mothers homes. Hospital midwifery usually involves shift work and therefore provides exibility to enable midwives to balance their professional career with family and social activities. Community-based midwives may work shifts and/or work on-call. Your work may also involve other aspects of womens health, sexual or reproductive health, lactation consultancy and childcare. There are also a number 80 of other employment opportunities that may not involve direct clinical care. Some of these include research and policy development, and may enable you to work office hours. With a highly developed knowledge base and many clinical skills, midwives are in demand both nationally and internationally. This can provide you with work almost anywhere in the world, while continuing to develop your career. Professional Recognition: This course leads to initial registration as a midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, which leads to initial registration as a midwife in Australia. However, there may be additional education requirements to enable you to work in some countries.

Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology

Degree: Bachelor of Science (Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology) Prerequisites: None. Chemistry 2A/2B, Mathematics 2C/2D and Human Biological Science 2A/2B or Biological Sciences 2A/2B desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: The DNA molecule as the repository of genetic information was one of the most momentous discoveries in human history. Molecular biotechnology applies this knowledge and will dominate science and technology this century. Molecular geneticists and biotechnologists will solve some of the most challenging and pressing problems facing humanity including preventing and controlling human, animal and plant diseases, reversing environmental degradation, and feeding the worlds population. Already, DNA chips can detect the expression of thousands of genes enabling rapid diagnosis of many diseases in a single test. In the future, individuals will have access to their own DNA

sequence and predict their propensity to develop cancer, Alzheimers disease, diabetes, heart failure and many other diseases. Genetic engineering designs new vaccines, antimicrobial agents and pharmaceutical drugs for preventing and controlling diseases, such as AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis. Plants and animals are being genetically modied to improve the worlds food supply. Stem cells and tissue culture research promises novel methods for organ replacement and injury repair. DNA proling or ngerprinting is now a major tool for forensic science and genetic breeding programs. Microbes are used for energy efficient extraction of valuable minerals and production of renewable biofuels. This course will provide you with the knowledge and technical skills to contribute to these discoveries and many other exciting applications of molecular biotechnology. Graduates have access to a wide variety of challenging careers working alongside other scientists, engineers, computer software developers, lawyers, business professionals and entrepreneurs. The rst year provides a general introduction to health science and supporting disciplines. In second year, you will gain a thorough understanding of the molecular biology of genetics, biochemistry, microbiology and immunology. The nal year explores the molecular basis of disease and microbial pathogenesis, theory and practice of genetic engineering, and the analysis of molecular and genetic data with advanced bioinformatics software. You will learn to use cutting-edge techniques and laboratory instruments for sophisticated molecular and genetic analyses. You will debate the legal, social and ethical implications raised by the advent of molecular genetics and biotechnology. Finally, you are introduced to intellectual property, patents and commercial opportunities relevant to the biotechnology industry in Australia and the region. Career Opportunities: Graduates are sought by government, academic and private research centres, and biomedical, agricultural and pharmaceutical industries. Graduates with commercial ideas and entrepreneurial skills may develop their own businesses and companies.

Nursing
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Nursing) Prerequisites: Nursing (Comprehensive stream): None. Nursing (Enrolled Nurses (EN) to Registered Nurses (RN) stream): current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Practitioners Regulation Agency and have worked as an Enrolled Nurse for a minimum of 12 months. STAT: E and V Study Mode: F, P Duration: Comprehensive stream: 3.5 years fulltime. EN to RN stream: 2 years full-time Campus: Bentley, Albany, Geraldton Course Description: Contemporary nursing practice blends the best traditions of patient care with a solid grounding in nursing, biological and behavioural sciences. Continuing phenomenal growth in medical knowledge and technology demands a primary care workforce that is fully equipped to meet both current and future needs of patients and the nursing profession. As the rst established school of nursing in a Western Australian university, Curtins School of Nursing and Midwifery sets the pace for nursing education in our region. Teaching staff are highly qualied and the school ensures its leading position in nursing education through industry partnerships integrated with its teaching and research programs. You will study four domains, integrated throughout the course. The domains are nursing practice, applied bioscience, inquiry for nursing, and behavioural health science. Each is explored in increasing depth and complexity throughout the course. The curriculum centres on your clinical learning journey in the nursing practice domain and is supported by relevant knowledge and skills from the other domains. You are exposed to a variety of clinical placements primary health, rural, community and child health, paediatric, medical and surgical, mental health/psychiatric, operating room and other nursing specialties. Organised study tours offer you international clinical experience in South-East Asia. The course encourages your enthusiasm for life-long learning and professional development, offers keys to a satisfying personal career and advances the professions role in the healthcare industry. 81

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Interprofessional education and learning assists students to actively contribute to the provision of care as a member of the interprofessional healthcare team. Career Opportunities: Employment is available in diverse healthcare settings including teaching hospitals; public and private hospitals; mental health facilities and allied health services (clinics, alcohol and drug centres); community health agencies; aged care; primary healthcare settings; medical practices with general and specialist practitioners; and defence services. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency to practise as a registered nurse. The nutrition course combines theoretical foundations and practical experience to ensure you have the skills you need to be a competent professional in the food and nutrition industry. Curtin provides an excellent venue for studying nutrition with purpose-built teaching, laboratory and computing facilities. The lecturers have extensive professional, teaching and nutrition research expertise. Nutrition is one of the newest biological sciences and it integrates basic science, such as biochemistry and physiology, with the latest research ndings in nutrition to understand how the human body uses nutrients from foods to sustain life. In rst year you will examine fundamental units in food and nutrition, chemistry, microbiology, human structure and function, food safety, health behaviour, professional practice, Indigenous culture and health and evidence-informed health practice. In second year, you will study theoretical and practical food chemistry and processing, nutritional biochemistry and physiology, in order to understand food and the use of nutrients by the body. Third year allows you to specialise in areas of pathophysiology and public health nutrition, including community program delivery and methods of assessment of national and individual nutritional status, life stage and cultural food requirements, and dietary patterns that promote health. In the third or nal year, you will develop professional competencies, such as teamwork, by undertaking a professional placement project with an external agency.

Nutrition
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) Prerequisites: Chemistry 3A/3B. Mathematics 3C/3D desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q. STAT alone is not accepted for entry into this course. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Nutritionists provide expert advice on the value, safety and health benets of foods for individuals, the community and the food industry. Using your extensive knowledge, you will advise on the foods and nutrients required by different stages of development, and the role of nutrients and dietary patterns in health and disease prevention. You will research the role of foods and nutrients in promoting and protecting health and be trained in understanding the biological, social, cultural, economic and political inuences on food choices. This is the preferred degree that allows you to enter Curtins postgraduate dietetics program.

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Career Opportunities: You will have a variety of interesting and diverse career opportunities in government agencies and private industry, both in Australia and overseas. Government organisations and the food industry produce a high demand for graduates in a range of areas, including public health, nutrition education programs, nutrition advice, research related to food and nutrition in health and disease, and the development of new food products. Potential employers include health departments, public health centres, welfare organisations and non-government agencies, food suppliers and manufacturers, teaching institutions, and federal and state research laboratories. Graduate nutritionists often undertake a further one-year program of study in a specic professional area, such as dietetics, food science and technology, health promotion or teaching. Professional Recognition: Graduates from the dietetics program are eligible for membership to the Dietitians Association of Australia, and to practise in Australia and internationally.

Occupational Therapy
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy) Prerequisites: At least one science course.* STAT: Not accepted Study Mode: F Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Nine million dollars has been invested in state-ofthe-art facilities that will enable students to practise client and family-centred care scenarios in realistic interprofessional settings. Occupational therapists (OTs) work closely with individuals, groups and whole communities to help them achieve and maintain health by participating in the activities of daily life. OTs promote health and wellbeing and assist people who face barriers caused by injury, illness, developmental delay, disability or psychological difficulty. The OT course highlights how physical, social, attitudinal and legislative environments can restrict or support participation

in work, school and social settings and impact on physical and mental wellbeing. You may work on changing aspects of the person, their environment or occupation to enhance participation in daily life. The OT course will give you a broad introduction to occupational therapy theory and practice through coursework, practical experience and a whole year of placements in the eld with occupational therapists. Starting in the rst year with a broad range of foundation units in occupational therapy and interprofessional practice, you will progress to more applied practice-based work in second and third year. Across the course you will study units in human biology, psychology, evidence-informed health practice, Indigenous culture and health, occupation and health, disability, clinical medicine, gerontology, psychiatry, paediatrics, ergonomics and safety science, counselling, and research methods. The course is taught by internationally-renowned academics and offers opportunities for overseas and interprofessional eldwork. Career Opportunities: There is a worldwide shortage of OTs. The excellent reputation of Curtins OT course means our graduates are in high demand in an area of high need. You will be employed in a variety of health, community and industry settings including urban and rural community-based programs, private practice, medical and vocational rehabilitation units, psychiatric services, mining and resource industries, and schools. Opportunities for work exist throughout Australia and other member countries of the World Federation of Occupational Therapy. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Occupational Therapists, and for registration with the Occupational Therapists Registration Board of Western Australia. The program is accredited by the World Federation of Occupational Therapy.

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Oral Health Therapy
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Oral Health Therapy) Prerequisites: None. Human Biological Sciences 3A/3B or Biological Sciences 3A/3B desirable. Based on academic performance, you are required to attend an interview. Interviews are normally held in December and early January as results become available and can be arranged by distance. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This is a new course that combines the former Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene and the Associate Degree in School Dental Therapy. As a graduate you will have a range of clinical skills including scaling and cleaning teeth and the management of gum problems; llings and simple extractions for children; applying uoride and other solutions to teeth and gums; local analgesia; dental radiography; taking impressions; and a range of orthodontic duties. Your role is also educating the community in the principles of preventive dentistry, and motivating individuals to take responsibility for their own oral health. The course is the only one of its type in Western Australia and is studied in dedicated facilities at the Oral Health Centre of Western Australia in Nedlands, on the Curtin Bentley Campus and in the Dental Health Services clinic in Mt Henry. It combines studies in relevant biomedical sciences, behavioural science, preventive dentistry, preclinical and clinical dental hygiene, and therapy techniques in a variety of settings. You will need to work as part of a team and should enjoy communicating and establishing rapport with persons of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Ancillary fees for this course include some professional instruments, protective clinical uniform and shoes. Career Opportunities: Graduates are expected to enjoy good rates of employment, mainly in general and specialist private dental practices and in government school dental clinics. Professional Recognition: All practising oral health therapists must be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Registration permits you to work in private practice and the school dental services.

Pharmacy
Degree: Bachelor of Pharmacy Prerequisites: Chemistry 3A/3B and Mathematics 3C/3D. STAT: Not accepted Study Mode: F Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Pharmacists are involved in practical skills such as producing, dispensing and distributing medicines, as well as cognitive skills such as recognising and solving drug-related problems including monitoring patients drug therapy and providing drug information to healthcare professionals and patients. Built on more than a century of pharmacy training, Curtins course offers you a strong practical and theoretical grounding. The course takes a hands-on approach with a range of laboratories and resources available to enhance teaching and provide essential practical skills. You are required to complete each year of the pharmacy degree before commencing the next. The course is structured into three streams: pharmaceutical and chemical sciences; biological sciences; and pharmaceutical practice and pharmacotherapy. The course also has a strong focus on interprofessional learning. The rst year has a number of units which are common across all of the health science courses.

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PHARMACEUTICAL AND CHEMICAL SCIENCES Pharmaceutical sciences include dosage form, design, preparation and analysis. Mathematics (including calculus) and chemistry are essential prerequisites, especially for the pharmaceutics and pharmaceutical chemistry components of the degree. Pharmaceutical knowledge is complemented by practical skills that underpin the role of the pharmacist. A sound chemical sciences foundation extends into the areas of pharmaceutical analysis, toxicology, biochemistry, medicinal chemistry and evidencebased complementary medicine (medicines usually derived from plants and other natural sources). BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Human biology and study of common diseases commences in rst year. Microbiology and biochemistry provides a base for understanding pharmacology (the actions of drugs in the body), antimicrobial chemotherapy and pharmacokinetics (the fate of drugs in the body, as well as dose calculations), all of which are studied in second year. The biological sciences stream therefore establishes the foundation for clinical studies and application of drug knowledge. PHARMACEUTICAL PRACTICE AND PHARMACOTHERAPY Pharmaceutical practice covers all topics relating to the day-to-day practice of being a pharmacist. This includes the study of laws relating to the control and supply of drug substances in Western Australia and Australia, as well as communication skills, prescription-related activities, and a range of contemporary practice and small business management issues. Pharmacotherapy focuses on the appropriate choice of drug treatments in individual patients, taking into account their disease states, other medications and therapies, and current evidence-based therapy.

Fourth year provides a strong emphasis on practicebased learning and is designed to develop clinical and practical skills in community, hospital and other professional settings. Options to explore a range of pharmacy practice settings during this year are available, as is the opportunity to enrol in an elective unit of your choice. Career Opportunities: Graduates have a wide range of career opportunities, with most graduates seeking employment in community pharmacies. In addition to providing community-based healthcare, this degree allows you to exercise business management skills in a professional setting. You may enter hospital pharmacy to help contribute to patient care in a secondary or tertiary healthcare environment and to extend your clinical expertise in a wide range of areas. The pharmaceutical industry, which manufactures most medicines today, offers many employment opportunities. These include research roles in the development of medicines, production of pharmaceuticals, quality assurance, regulatory services, marketing and drug information. You may also play a large role in regulatory control and policy development. Graduates interested in industrial or academic careers may be required to undertake further studies before embarking on these careers. Curtin graduates are highly employable and sought after, with one of the best graduate employment rates across the University. Professional Recognition: The Bachelor of Pharmacy is fully accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council. You are required to complete 1824 hours of pre-registration training before you can register to practise as a pharmacist in Australia. Pharmacists registered in Australia can apply to practise in New Zealand. The degree is recognised worldwide, although some countries require the fullment of additional educational or practical training programs.

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Graduates from all Health Science courses nd solutions to todays national and international health concerns.

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Physiotherapy
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) Prerequisites: At least one science course.* Physics 3A/3B desirable. STAT: Not accepted Study Mode: F Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Physiotherapy plays an integral role in preventing injury and disability and in responding to those people affected by injury or disability. From international level sports organisations to hospitals, nursing homes and local community practice, physiotherapists provide advice and treatment to help restore physical function and wellbeing. More than 55 years of experience underpins Curtins internationally-recognised, challenging and rewarding physiotherapy degree. The course is taught by highly-qualied staff with excellent clinical and research capabilities in world-class facilities. The school makes innovative use of web technology for staff and student communication and to integrate student feedback into continual course improvement. You will take a combination of theoretical, practical and clinical units beginning with the foundations of anatomy, structure and function of the human body in rst year followed by more intensive study of the musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiopulmonary areas in subsequent years. Practical skills developed in classroom settings are applied under clinical supervision in hospital and community settings as you work with people of all ages. Emphasis is placed on the professional development and strong interpersonal communication skills that form the attributes of client-centred practice. You will become familiar with acute and long-term case management and take advantage of placements in rural and remote healthcare settings. At the end of second year, those with excellent academic results are selected to enter the honours program, which runs concurrently with the nal years of the course. Note: Full participation is mandatory in all practical classes which require appropriate disrobing when acting as clients in a peer group. Techniques practised include physically assisting people with disabilities to balance and move using safe manual handling techniques. Before entry to second semester of rst year, you must have an aquatic rescue certicate, a senior rst aid certicate qualication (or equivalent) and health screening and vaccinations as per WA Department of Health requirements. Criminal record screening is also undertaken prior to second semester of rst year. Career Opportunities: A shortage of physiotherapists has created signicant demand for graduates and there is an exciting range of local and national employment opportunities, in both public and private sectors. You may be employed in private practices, hospitals, community centres, home-based services, schools, industry, long-term rehabilitation centres, education, health management or research. The growth opportunities for physiotherapists are high as are the employment rates. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association. Registration for practice enables graduates, once registered, to practise physiotherapy in all Australian states and territories. Graduates may also apply for registration in New Zealand. If you are applying for registration in the USA, UK or Canada, you will be required to provide details of your program of studies to the relevant bodies and sit a licensing examination.

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Psychology
Degree: Bachelor of Psychology Prerequisites: None. At least Mathematics 2C/2D desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Psychology graduates are highly regarded for the depth of their theoretical and practical knowledge and their research skills. From day one, the focus is on applying psychological knowledge to case studies and real life scenarios. You will undertake professional practice units during rst year which continue throughout the course so you can discover what it is like to practise as a psychologist. All Psychology teaching staff have extensive experience and place great importance on excellent teaching. First year provides an introduction to all major areas of knowledge and applications in psychology, as well as written and oral communication in the health sciences. Computer literacy, elementary research methods and statistics for the health sciences are all taught, and practical work provides you with experience in interviewing, conducting and reporting research exercises. In second year, you will study statistics for psychology and gain greater knowledge in the specialist areas of learning, perception, health, motivational, emotional and social psychology. In third year, your communication skills are further developed, with units providing advanced knowledge in abnormal psychology, cognition, cross-cultural and Indigenous psychology, individual differences, work, family and community, research methods, and child and adult development. The nal year leads to either a pass (achieving a third year unit average of 60 per cent) or honours degree. The honours year provides a mix of research, scholarly activity and applied knowledge to prepare you for entry to postgraduate courses or the workforce. You will design, implement, analyse and report on an original piece of research under staff supervision. The pass degree in fourth year has a research component that is smaller than that required in honours and there are more opportunities

to learn applied skills such as counselling. Research is undertaken as a group project where you will design, implement and analyse in collaboration with other students, but also report individually on a project, supervised by staff. The remaining coursework comprises units in community psychology, counselling, psychological assessment and contemporary issues. Due to stringent registration requirements, if you do not attain the required average in third year, you cannot progress into fourth year and will instead exit with the Bachelor of Science (Psychology). You may apply for admission into the fourth year of the Bachelor of Psychology after some work experience and demonstrating your ability to complete fourth year studies successfully, based on academic performance during the rst three years of the course. Career Opportunities: You can expect to enter careers in human services particularly assisting people with disabilities and special needs. Specic areas of work include helping those with vocational, social, and leisure activities; and developing programs for disadvantaged youth, socially isolated disabled adults and elderly people with special needs; and in the addictions and substance abuse elds. You may also work as a community corrections officer in the organisational human resources and personnel area or in general community programs. You may also choose to work in research in universities, government departments, the Australian Bureau of Statistics or the private sector. There are similar work opportunities in the USA and Europe, and opportunities in Asia in market research and consumer behaviour, human resource management and training, and community development and welfare. Those exiting the course at the end of the third year with the Bachelor of Science (Psychology) degree may also nd employment in the public service, market research, or human service organisations. Professional Recognition: You will be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychologists Board of Australia upon successful completion of the four-year program (either pass or honours). 89

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Psychology Double Degree
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Psychology), Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations) Prerequisites: None. At least Mathematics 2C/2D desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 5 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This double degree is designed to provide a basis in, and appreciation of, the scientic discipline of psychology as well as the human resource management and industrial relations professions. This combination provides you with a highly marketable knowledge base that allows you to relate to a broad range of managers, professionals and consultants, and also provides you with a foundation for graduate studies in either professional application or research. Career Opportunities: At the end of the program you will have the skills necessary to work in human resource management, welfare agencies, labour market industry, training and development, and the industrial relations elds in both government and private enterprise. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible to apply for membership to the Australian Human Resource Institute. A fourth year in psychology is necessary to apply for associate membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and for provisional registration as a psychologist. In Western Australia, two years supervised psychological practice after fourth year, or completion of a two-year master program, is required for full registration as a psychologist.

Social Work
Degree: Bachelor of Social Work Prerequisites: None. STAT: E and V Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Social work is a profession committed to supporting personal wellbeing, social justice, human rights, equity and respect for all. The course prepares you to work with individuals, families, groups and communities who experience difficulties or are marginalised from society. You will learn how to articulate and advocate for a psycho-socio-political understanding of health and the social work contribution towards better health and wellbeing for individuals, families, communities and populations. The course will equip you to respond to social issues locally, nationally and internationally. The course focuses on how we understand people and interactions between people, their communities and society. The program highlights the links between theory and practice and provides innovative learning spaces for you to develop skills and knowledge in key areas of practice. Underpinned by an understanding of social work practice as an ethical enterprise, the program promotes the values of inclusivity, participation and appreciating difference. Key areas of learning include: human development and behaviour in cultural contexts; interpersonal communication; family and group dynamics; community practice; social theories to explore the inter-relationship between individuals and society; how organisations work; practice in health settings; research for social work practice; and social policy development and analysis. Fieldwork education is a signicant part of linking theory and practice in social work education and you will undertake two semesters of 70 days each in health and human services agencies.

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Career Opportunities: Graduates are highly sought after in the health and human services eld and are employed by government, non-government agencies and the private sector. You may be employed in diverse areas such as health and mental health, protection of children and family support, community corrections and juvenile justice to housing, income support and employment, researching social issues, development and analysis of social policy and working with Indigenous communities. Other areas include migrant and refugee services, advocacy and legal support, disability and rehabilitation, services for older people, community practice and international development. Professional Recognition: The degree is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers, the Society of Professional Social Workers and by the International Federation of Social Workers.

Speech Pathology
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Speech Pathology) Prerequisites: At least one science course.* At least Mathematics 2C/2D desirable. STAT: Not accepted Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This is the only accredited undergraduate professional preparation program for speech pathologists in Western Australia and attracts students of the highest calibre. You will be readily employed and recognised for your expertise in all facets of communication, your innovative approach to practice, your use of technology and your ability to conduct research in a variety of health science disciplines. The teaching staff have considerable clinical, teaching and research expertise and you will have access to well-equipped clinical education facilities, and learn to use state-of-the-art technology, including the video, audio and computer hardware and software required for clinical practice and research.

Speech pathology coursework is challenging and rewarding and supervised clinical practice is an important component of the program. The program develops your understanding of normal communication development, developmental and acquired communication and swallowing disorders, speech pathology clinical practice, clinical measurement and research. Academic content examines cognitive neuroscience (the study of the brain, mind and language) and the physiological and cognitive processes involved in normal and disordered communication and swallowing in adults and children. Speech science includes: the study of speech signals; acoustic and physiological measurement and analysis of communication and swallowing behaviours; physiological and cognitive processes in speech perception and production; and computer-based speech recognition and synthesis. Rehabilitation science develops an understanding of rehabilitation techniques and principles in the context of holistic assessment and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders. Rehabilitation is viewed from a social and cultural perspective, focusing on the persons communication or swallowing functionality. Behavioural science develops an understanding of human behaviour, including the complex processes involved in speaking, thinking, reasoning and interacting with others. Career Opportunities: With speech pathologists in big demand, employment opportunities for graduates are excellent. You may pursue a variety of careers in the health industry, including placements in teaching hospitals, regional and district hospitals, community and child health services centres, schools, privately funded organisations and private practice. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for membership of the Speech Pathology Association of Australia.

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web: humanities.curtin.edu.au
Humanities courses are creative, practical and relevant to the society we live in today. A humanities degree will allow your personality and imagination to ourish. It will provide you with the intellectual and practical skills to take up a diverse range of employment opportunities and make tomorrow better.

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I believe Curtin offers the best Fashion course in WA. The course pushes you to new boundaries, enabling you to explore areas that you would never otherwise have experienced. Jeromy Lim Bachelor of Arts (Fashion)

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STUDY AREAS Arts (Humanities) with majors in: 3D Design Anthropology and Sociology Art and Design Studies Asian Studies Chinese Creative Advertising and Graphic Design Creative Writing Digital Design Fashion Fine Art History Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies International Relations Internet Communications Japanese Journalism

Librarianship and Corporate Information Management (can only be taken as a double major program) Literary and Cultural Studies Performance Studies Photography and Illustration Design Professional Writing and Publishing Screen Arts Sustainable Development Textiles Architecture Construction Management and Economics Education (including International Baccalaureate) Interior Architecture Mass Communication Urban and Regional Planning

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Our degrees are forward thinking and practical, offering you a comprehensive grounding in theory and a range of skills. Humanities is a diverse faculty that includes architecture and interior architecture, construction management, urban and regional planning, design, creative arts, media, writing, performance, social sciences, Asian languages and education. We produce graduates who become leaders in their eld and nd an abundance of employment prospects.
Arts
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Humanities) Prerequisites: None. If you register Fine Art or Textiles as a preference you will be asked to attend an interview and portfolio presentation. Details about the portfolio and interview process can be found at: humanities.curtin.edu.au/portfolio STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Intakes: February and July* (*July intake not guaranteed for all majors. Please check availability on the website) Campus: Bentley. Some majors may be available online or at other campuses. For further information visit: courses.curtin.edu.au Course Description: The Bachelor of Arts (Humanities) is a exible, dynamic degree that allows you to tailor your degree to suit your personal interests and career goals. The degree comprises 25 majors across disciplines such as art, design, media, writing, performance, social sciences and Asian languages. You can opt to study one major with electives from a variety of disciplines or two majors in a set double major program. Each major incorporates practical and theoretical study injected with industry-relevant content to ensure you are career-ready when you graduate. Single majors A single major concentrates heavily on one area of specialisation and allows for more in-depth study in that area. Single majors are: 3D Design (product, furniture, jewellery, object design) Anthropology and Sociology Art and Design Studies Asian Studies Chinese Corporate Information Management (can only be taken as a double major with Librarianship) Creative Advertising and Graphic Design Creative Writing Digital Design (multimedia design) Fashion Fine Art History Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies International Relations Internet Communications Japanese Journalism Librarianship (can only be taken as a double major with Corporate Information Management) Literary and Cultural Studies Performance Studies Photography and Illustration Design Professional Writing and Publishing Screen Arts (lm and television) Sustainable Development Textiles

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Double Majors If you choose a double major you will gain solid knowledge in two complementary areas of specialisation. Curtin allows you to combine any two majors within the Bachelor of Arts (Humanities), subject to class timetable compatibility and the availability of places in the second major. When applying for a double major program, you should register your preferred (or primary) major as your rst preference with TISC. The second major is then selected at the time of enrolling into Curtin. If you intend to take Fine Art and/or Textiles as a major, it is recommended you register it as one of your TISC preferences so you are invited to attend an interview/portfolio presentation. Inter-faculty double major combinations: You can now develop skills in arts and business or arts and Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies. Inter-faculty double majors are benecial in that they combine the techniques, skills and knowledge from very different, yet complementary, areas. Some suggested options include: ARTS (HUMANITIES) AND BUSINESS 3D Design and: Entrepreneurship Asian Studies and: Finance; Tourism and Event Management Creative Advertising and Graphic Design and: Advertising Creative Writing and: Advertising Digital Design and: Business Information Technology International Relations and: Business Law; Economics Internet Communications and: Business Information Systems Journalism and: Business Law; Public Relations Sustainable Development and: Economics Textiles and: Entrepreneurship ARTS (HUMANITIES) AND CENTRE FOR ABORIGINAL STUDIES Anthropology and Sociology and: Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies Journalism and: Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies History and: Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies Screen Arts and: Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies Literary and Cultural Studies and: Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies Art and Design Studies and: Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies For more information visit: curtin.edu.au/arts Career Opportunities: The Bachelor of Arts (Humanities) opens up a world of opportunities. Read on to the majors below for more specic information on your potential career paths. 3D DESIGN You can select product, jewellery, furniture or object design in the 3D design major. Product design and furniture design combines understanding and application of design principles with expanded knowledge of technology, professional communication skills and applying creative rationale. Object design covers the subject areas of ceramics, glass and plastics. Jewellery design develops a professional level of practice in design and manufacture of contemporary jewellery and associated products. You will develop the creative and technical skills needed to produce innovative pieces and limited production ranges of jewellery. This major allows you to express your ingenuity, culture, intellectual abilities and skills. Project-based activities develop design processes that are used by industry. Third-year components involve self-directed learning and lead to exhibition and publication of work. You will nd career opportunities as a designer or practitioner in the creative industries sectors.

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ANTHROPOLOGY AND SOCIOLOGY This major is available for online study. This major draws upon the combined strengths of the closely related elds of anthropology and sociology to enhance interdisciplinary research and professional practice. You will focus on local and global contexts particularly in Australia, South Asia, South-East and East Asia and the Pacic, and explore how institutions, cultural practices, social groups and everyday life are being transformed in the context of globalised communication, economic, political and environmental change. You will also learn practical and conceptual skills to respond to global and local change. Curtins teaching staff are active in research, work in diverse Australian and overseas environments, and draw on their personal experience in their teaching. ART AND DESIGN STUDIES In this major you will study the history and theories of art and design and receive practical training in critically evaluating how art and design informs our world. You will be trained in understanding the role of art and design in contemporary culture. The major is directed at those who wish to pursue a vocation in the elds of museum and gallery employment, academia, art and design administration and publishing. The major also gives you studio experience in a wide range of art and design practices. The major is directed at training graduates for employment in the growing elds of the creative industries. ASIAN STUDIES This major is available for online study. With so much of the worlds social and economic growth occurring in Asia, you will have a distinct advantage with insights into Asian culture, society, religion, history, politics, environment, communication and business organisations. The major helps you understand the social and business dynamics of the region, and develop career and research skills.

CHINESE This major is designed to provide you with a high level of literacy in the Chinese language (listening, speaking, reading and writing) as well as an understanding of Chinese culture and society. No previous study of the language is required. If you have previously studied Chinese, you will take more advanced classes. There are plenty of career opportunities for graduates with Chinese language skills, allowing you to explore options in China and Australia. Potential careers in business, industry or the public service include commerce, education, translating and interpreting, diplomatic service, public relations, welfare, politics, the private sector, consultancy and research. CREATIVE ADVERTISING AND GRAPHIC DESIGN You can elect to study creative advertising and/or graphic design within this major. Graphic design covers branding, book and magazine design, corporate literature, retail and boutique packaging, exhibition and promotional design, poster design, CD covers, clothing graphics, new media design and directional signage. Graphic design prepares you for work in specialist design agencies, the advertising industry, as an in-house designer for a variety of industries or as an entrepreneurial or freelance graphic designer. Creative advertising prepares you for professional placement in the advertising industry. You learn to communicate through a variety of mediums such as print, television, point of sale, radio, direct mail, online and outdoor advertising. Using project-based activities and industry processes you will develop real-world design skills. Third-year components involve self-directed learning and lead to a portfolio, exhibition and publication of work.

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CREATIVE WRITING You will learn a variety of creative forms and styles such as theatre scriptwriting, short and long ction, and poetry. There is also the opportunity for your work to be published in a half-yearly magazine, which is written and edited by students. Graduates are employed in creative industries, arts administration, teaching, IT, media and public relations. DIGITAL DESIGN This major provides you with comprehensive theoretical and practice-based education in designing websites, 2D and 3D animation design, interactive and experience design, digital simulations, 3D modelling and rendering, 2D and 3D character and avatar design, mobile design and electronic/ computer game design. The major has a strong industry and design research focus. Individual and group real-world projects, assignments and simulations, facilitated by experienced staff and industry specialists, aim to achieve a high level of professionalism. The emphasis is on concept generation, creative problem solving, aesthetics, and advanced technical skills in multimedia technologies using state-of-the art computer (Mac and PC) equipment and the latest software programs including Photoshop, Illustrator, Maya, Flash, Director, Unity, HTML/CSS, AfterEffects and Reason. FASHION You will focus on the relationship between garment and body, using a theoretical and contextual framework for understanding national and international trends and the cultural signicance and practice of fashion design. You will develop research, analytical, production and communication skills, and learn the principles of design and creative practice. The three-year course, which encourages an innovative approach to design, technical competencies and industry expertise, will prepare you for a range of career opportunities within the fashion industry. 98 FINE ART This major draws upon the diverse and complex traditions of ne art, calling for a high degree of selfdiscipline, capacity for self-criticism and dedication to artistic demands. This course aims to produce highly accomplished and knowledgeable graduates, who are able to contribute to the artistic, aesthetic and social needs of contemporary society. You will focus on a variety of disciplines including painting, print media, sculpture, electronic art and photography. As a graduate, you can nd employment in a wide range of elds, especially those that value initiative, creative thinking, critical awareness and hand skills. You may rise to prominence as an individual or collaborative arts or crafts practitioner, or use your training in associated areas including public art, curating, graphic design, textiles, illustration, web design, museum design, theatre, community arts and arts administration at national, state, regional and commercial galleries. HISTORY By focusing on the past, this major seeks to explain present day societies, events and everyday life. It has an international scope and includes specialised studies of Australia, India and the subcontinent, the Middle East, southern Africa, Japan, Indonesia and Europe. You can choose from topics including war and conict, dictatorships, subaltern studies, political economies, and place and belonging. This major is also available through external study. In completing a history degree, you will learn skills of critical analysis and written and verbal expression as well as knowledge about specic places and peoples. A history degree offers career opportunities in secondary and tertiary teaching, the heritage industry, museums, social policy, and a wide range of research positions.

INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN CULTURAL STUDIES This major is offered through the Centre for Aboriginal Studies. This major offers both Indigenous and nonIndigenous students the opportunity to gain understanding of the cultural diversity and cultural ways of Indigenous Australians. You will examine, from Indigenous Australian perspectives, the cultural, social, economic, and political issues that confront Indigenous people. All units in this major are underpinned by principles of social justice and are informed by emerging Indigenous Australian critical theory. INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS This major is available for online study. This dynamic major focuses on current international topics and issues, covering the elds of comparative politics, political theory, international relations theory, foreign policy, strategic studies, and political history. You can choose from topics including: political and economic globalisation; regional studies with an emphasis on Asia; international security, encompassing military, politics, and economics; human rights; environmental change; and resource management. INTERNET COMMUNICATIONS This major is available for online study. This major examines the human dimension of the Internet how people network, interconnect, and design. It combines real-world practice, creativity and technological skills with the opportunity to participate in project work. You will develop skills in web media, publishing and presence, online public communication, virtual community management, the signicance of social media and analysing political and social uses of the Internet. You may also link your studies with other disciplines such as media, business and computing and create a degree that suits your individual needs. Depending on your choice of units, you will be prepared for employment in areas such as media and communications, marketing, content management, Internet policy

and regulation, online research and analysis, virtual communities and website design and development. JAPANESE This major is designed to provide you with a high level of literacy in the Japanese language as well as an understanding of the Japanese culture. This allows you to explore career opportunities in Japan and bilingual job opportunities in Australia and overseas. No previous study of the language is required. Students who have previously studied Japanese will take more advanced classes. There are plenty of employment opportunities for graduates with an Asian language. As a graduate, you may pursue a career in business, industry or the public service, including commerce, translating and interpreting, diplomatic service, public relations, welfare, politics, the private sector, consultancy and research. JOURNALISM Journalism at Curtin has enjoyed an excellent reputation with media industries for more than 30 years through its combination of real-world practice; creativity and technological skills, and project work. You will develop abilities to research, prepare and publish news, current affairs and other content across different media platforms, including print, broadcast and online media. You will undertake practical work in excellent facilities such as the on-campus TV studio, Western Independent newspaper and Curtin FM radio station. The journalism major allows you to incorporate studies in related areas, such as lm and television, social sciences (politics, history, sociology, anthropology) and other disciplines. You will have the opportunity to graduate with a strong portfolio of published work and be equipped to seek employment in local, regional or international news media outlets.

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LIBRARIANSHIP AND CORPORATE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT These majors are available for online study. Both majors must be taken together for accreditation purposes. These majors lead to a professionally recognised qualication in librarianship, records management and archives. You will be taught to locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and to understand theoretical foundations of information creation and management, especially in a technological environment. You will also combine your theoretical knowledge with real-world practical experience in professional placements. Graduates are qualied for careers in librarianship, records management, archives and information management. LITERARY AND CULTURAL STUDIES This major explores the making and circulation of meaning within a culture. You will focus on the construction of cultural values and the ways in which they are articulated through social and creative practice. You will explore a number of mediums including novels, advertisements, newspapers, photographs, paintings, lm, fashion, museums and tourism. PERFORMANCE STUDIES This major provides you with critical skills, theoretical understanding, practical training and experience in the elds of theatre and performance. You will develop skills in areas of theatre and performance practice, including acting and performance, directing, writing, devising, dramaturgy, critical analysis, stage management and theatre production. You will be able to learn from artists in residence and their professional production experiences. The extensive public production program by the on-campus Hayman Theatre Company presents you with the ideal chance to apply your skills and knowledge. Curtin 102 graduates have been successful in local, national and international industries and are employed as directors, actors, designers, playwrights, producers, theatre technicians and teachers. PHOTOGRAPHY AND ILLUSTRATION DESIGN This major allows you to gain the skills and knowledge required to be a successful photographer and/or illustrator. The image plays an important role in any communication; from the humble instruction manual to the glossy magazine, images aid in the understanding of the message. Photographers and illustration designers create images for commercial purposes and work in tandem with graphic designers, art directors and digital designers. You can focus on either photography or illustration, or a combination of both. You will explore, interpret, develop and realise ideas for commercial and personal outcomes. You will also examine traditional and digital techniques in both photography and illustration. PROFESSIONAL WRITING AND PUBLISHING The study and practice of a range of different writing forms prepares you for writing careers in the private, public and creative sectors. Forms you will cover include feature articles, speeches, reports, discussion papers, travel writing, history, humour, writing for the Internet, promotional writing, creative non-ction and media releases. SCREEN ARTS The screen arts major combines essential analytical, creative and practical production skills to provide an excellent springboard for a career in the lm and television industry. You will work with professionallevel equipment in a challenging, creative environment with a focus on lm and television production, screenwriting or screen studies. Curtin graduates have been successful in the local, national and international industries, gaining employment in lm, video or digital production companies,

local, regional and international media outlets and television stations. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT This major is available for online study. Climate change, environmental stress, technological change and cultural conict pose great challenges to humanity. Achieving social, economic and environmental sustainability in such conditions involves meeting challenges, ranging from securing essential food and energy supplies to developing viable communities; studying social, cultural and economic institutions; and nding effective systems of local, national and international governance. You will examine the threats and opportunities associated with developing and maintaining local communities and habitats within regional, national and international processes. An interdisciplinary approach is taken, with a particular emphasis on geography. TEXTILES The textiles major is an opportunity for you to approach textiles from a broad base and explore them in relation to art, the body, sculpture, performance, design, costume and habitable space. You will be introduced to historical and traditional processes and theories within a contemporary art and cultural dialogue. Graduates nd employment in a wide range of elds. Many rise to prominence as individual or collaborative arts or crafts practitioners, while others use their training in associated areas including public art, curating, graphic design, illustration, web design, museum design, theatre, community arts and arts administration at national, state, regional and commercial galleries.

Architecture
Architecture is ve years study in total. The rst three years lead to the Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science), followed by two years leading to a Master of Architecture. Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) Prerequisites: None. Applicants who are not a current school leaver or who are course switching are required to present a folio at an interview in December. Applicants should contact the School of Built Environment no later than November to arrange an interview appointment. For more information: humanities.curtin.edu.au/portfolio STAT: E, V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Intake: February only Campus: Bentley Course Description: Architecture combines the creative practices of an architectural design studio with the cultural, social, technical and sustainable development issues of the built environment. You will learn the relationship between the natural and constructed environment, the architectural proposition and the occupation of space. The rst year of the course is taught with the Bachelor of Arts (Interior Architecture), during which time you work individually and in teams. You will gain grounding in design and theory, building technology and sustainability, design communications and the principles of academic writing. These foundations are extended in the second and third years with further units in architectural design, history and theory, building science and technology, and visual communication techniques.

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Degree: Master of Architecture Prerequisites: Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) with a semester weighted average (SWA) of more than 60 per cent in thirdyear units. External applicants will need to contact the School of Built Environment no later than October to arrange a time for an interview and folio presentation. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 2 years full-time Intakes: February only Campus: Bentley Course Description: The Master of Architecture involves a further two years of study in advanced design project work, architectural history, theory and research, along with studies in management, law and professional practice. The nal year involves a major self-directed architectural project in a specialised area of interest. Career Opportunities: Curtin graduates are highly regarded in the architecture profession. They gain employment as graduate architects or take up positions in related areas such as architectural science, management, and research in government and private sectors. Architecture graduates are readily employed in Australia and Asia because of their comprehensive theoretical and practical education, and many have successful practices. Professional Recognition: The ve-year combined Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) and Master of Architecture is recognised by the Architects Board of Western Australia as meeting the academic requirements for registration as an architect in Western Australia. The course is also recognised by the Commonwealth Association of Architects. Once approved postgraduate practical experience has been completed, graduates are eligible for associate membership of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects.

Construction Management and Economics

Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management and Economics) Prerequisites: At least Mathematics 2C/2D. STAT: E and Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Intakes: February only Campus: Bentley Course Description: You only need to drive past the city and check out all the cranes to see that the building and construction industry is going strong. Do you want to be a part of building Perths future, shaping the skyline and the built environment in which we live? The course is management-oriented and focuses on a broad range of interrelated disciplines including domestic, commercial and civil construction. It is taught by a small, dedicated team of professionals with qualications in construction-related disciplines. Core subjects include construction technology, measurement and estimating, project management, contracts administration, building law and economics, and communication and computer skills. You are also required to undertake 80 days of work experience during vacation time. Career Opportunities: Graduates enjoy excellent employment opportunities, often with high starting salaries. They nd jobs in a wide range of organisations such as project management, facilities management and quantity surveying consultancies, building construction (residential, commercial and civil engineering), property development and civil engineering rms, and local, state and federal government agencies. Professional and management careers include project managers, quantity surveyors, construction managers, estimators, contract administrators and building surveyors.

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Education
Curtin offers three education degrees: early childhood, primary and secondary education. We also offer an education conversion course. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Degree: Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) Prerequisites: None. STAT: E and V Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Intakes: February and July Campus: Bentley. Regional and remote Western Australian students can study this course fully online via a Curtin regional campus. For more information phone 1800 469 164. PRIMARY EDUCATION Degree: Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) Prerequisites: None. Mathematics 2C/2D desirable. STAT: E, V and Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Intakes: February and July Campus: Bentley. Regional and remote Western Australian students can study this course fully online via a Curtin regional campus. For more information phone 1800 469 164.

SECONDARY EDUCATION Degree: Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) Prerequisites: Subjects appropriate to desired teaching specialisations. For teaching Mathematics: Mathematics 3C/3D and/or Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D desirable. STAT: E, V and Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Intakes: February only Campus: Bentley Course Description: Curtins extensive education program is well established and highly regarded. Graduates demonstrate a clear understanding of educational theory and its relationship to classroom practice. You will also be responsive to the changing cultural, social and individual needs of children in various school environments. A strong international focus is achievable by selecting electives through Curtins International Baccalaureate (IB) stream. This stream is a world-rst at undergraduate level and, if completed, contributes to a Level One IB accreditation. The courses cover core education units, which provide a high level of competence to meet the challenges of teaching, while encouraging the exploration of areas of interest and the consolidation of learning through mentored practical teaching experience. The core units cover the essential topics of curriculum, pedagogy, child development, literacy, lesson and program planning, assessment, classroom management, information and communications technologies as well as learning difficulties. Professional experience begins with discussions about the wide variety of effective teaching strategies and, over the duration of the degree, continues with specialised professional practice units incorporating periods of block teaching and culminating in a 10-week internship. You must demonstrate appropriate personal levels of literacy and basic mathematical competence in order to graduate. These levels will 105

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be formally assessed during the rst year. Early childhood education focuses on infancy through to kindergarten and years one to three of formal schooling (children aged up to eight). Primary education covers teaching years one to seven. Secondary education covers teaching years seven to 12 and includes specialisation in selected Asian languages, science, English, mathematics, social sciences and the arts. In secondary education, you must study two disciplines other than education. These studies form the basis of your major and minor teaching specialisations. If you hold a degree in a discipline other than education, the one-year Graduate Diploma in Education is a recognised professional qualication for teaching in secondary schools. Career Opportunities: Graduates nd employment in the state, religious and/or independent education sectors. A very high percentage of Curtin graduates nd employment. Professional Recognition: Curtins Bachelor of Education is recognised nationally and internationally. Successful completion of the degree allows graduates to apply to the Western Australian College of Teaching (WACOT) for registration as a teacher, a prerequisite to employment in any Western Australian school. EDUCATION CONVERSION COURSE Degree: Bachelor of Education (Education Conversion Course) Prerequisites: A recognised three-year teaching qualication. STAT: Not relevant Study Mode: F, P, E Duration: 1 year full-time Intakes: February and July Campus: Bentley. Regional and remote Western Australian students can study this course fully online via a Curtin regional campus. For more information phone 1800 469 164. Course Description: This course is open only to qualied educators and provides them with the knowledge and skills to upgrade their qualication to bachelor degree status. The course is suitable for educators in early childhood, primary and secondary education. Admission usually requires a three-year Bachelor of Arts (Education) degree or equivalent. Career Opportunities: Graduates nd employment in the state, religious and/or independent education sectors.

Interior Architecture
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Interior Architecture) Prerequisites: None. Interview and portfolio presentation for non-school leavers required. Applicants should contact the School of Built Environment no later than November to arrange a time. Further information is found at: humanities.curtin.edu.au/portfolio STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Intakes: February only Campus: Bentley Course Description: Interior Architecture at Curtin focuses on the occupation and experience of environments. To address the complexity of such relationships, the designer needs to draw on practical experience combined with knowledge drawn from research. Creative solutions are required in relation to both the functioning and quality of our built environment. Interior designers coordinate the design and construction of building interiors, including business and work, hospitality (hotels, restaurants, resort developments), entertainment (theatres, museums, galleries, exhibitions), education, health (hospitals, aged care, gymnasiums), retail and residential settings and environments. Other students may focus on more specialist areas such as colour, lighting, furniture, vehicle interiors, exhibition

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Career Opportunities: Graduates are employed in leading interior design practices nationally and internationally. Employment opportunities exist in commercial and retail areas, offices, health care, hospitality and public building interiors. Some graduates also enter large organisations as facilities managers. Interior designers may work alongside other professionals such as graphic designers, engineers, architects and construction managers. They may also specialise in certain aspects of interior design such as furniture design, or undertake postgraduate studies in areas of interest. Professional Recognition: You are encouraged to become student members of the Design Institute of Australia (DIA), which enables you to attend public design forums, guest lectures and weekend conferences at discounted rates, and also meet professional designers. As the DIA recognises the degree, membership of the International Federation of Interior Designers (IFI) is possible. Curtins interior architecture degree is a founding member of the Interior Design/Interior Architecture Educators Association (IDEA).

Mass Communication
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) Prerequisites: None. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Intakes: February and July Campus: Bentley Course Description: Mass Communication is an immensely popular program, covering a range of subjects in media, design and business. Offering a unique combination of subject breadth and exibility, Mass Communication prepares you for working across more than one area in the rapidly expanding world of media and corporate communication. It provides key technological skills and knowledge for work in corporate media and communication elds, as well as an understanding of issues and debates concerning media, communication and information. 107

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In rst year you are introduced to the many different areas that make up mass communication, including foundation units in media studies as well as practical units in journalism, screen production, web media, design and either marketing or public relations. In second and third years, you consolidate your training by choosing two areas (or streams) in which to specialise. The rst stream can be chosen from Corporate Screen Production, Journalism, or Web Media. The second stream may also be taken from those areas, or you might prefer to take something from Digital Design, Marketing, Photography, Public Relations, or Visual Communication. Alongside these specialisations, second and third year core units offer insight into a range of media issues and communication contexts, giving you not just the technical skills to suit your professional ambitions but also the exibility and critical awareness that comes with a broader intellectual understanding of media and corporate communications. Career Opportunities The elds of mass communication, corporate communication and information management continue to grow and provide an increasing variety of employment choices. Because the Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) is designed to develop skills across different kinds of media and information technologies, skills and applications, you will nd many career opportunities ow from the combination of your particular streams of study.

Urban and Regional Planning

Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Urban and Regional Planning) Prerequisites: None. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Intakes: February and July Campus: Bentley Course Description: Urban and regional planning is both strategic and statutory. Strategic planning works on timeframes from a few years to 50 years, where the future of urban and regional areas is mapped out in response to growth pressure. Statutory planning is about initiating and controlling new development as well as addressing the redevelopment of land and buildings considered redundant or obsolete. This activity occurs at all levels of settlement, from the continuing growth and redevelopment of the Perth metropolitan area, to the growth of regional centres in the mining and agricultural regions of the state. Planning is also an academic pursuit where planning practices locally, nationally and globally are studied to provide greater insights into building a better planning system. Planners should ensure that public interest is respected and engaged. New development must meet exacting standards relating to environmental impacts, social responsibility, political support and economic viability. Planners work in the private and public sectors and demand for their skills and professionalism is growing rapidly at a local, national and international level. There is also a growing need for research into planning practice. You need a broad knowledge base, excellent communication skills and an interest in design and development. The planning course at Curtin is structured to meet this skill and knowledge base. The rst two years introduce you to the fundamentals of planning, including planning systems, political implications, and environmental, social and economic issues.

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Humanities Double Degrees:

Arts (Humanities) and: Commerce*; Education* An Arts and Science double degree is proposed for 2012*. For more information on double degrees, visit: humanities.curtin.edu.au/doubledegrees *Not all majors from the Arts (Humanities) degree are available for study as part of a double degree. For a list of the majors available and the latest information please refer to the Curtin online handbook: handbook.curtin.edu.au

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Science and Engineering offers courses that produce graduates whose skills can be applied across a variety of industries combining a foundation in theory with technical skills and focusing on creative solutions to real-world problems to help you shine your brightest.

The thought of being a part of multi-million dollar engineering projects has inspired me to work even harder so that when I start work as a graduate engineer I am prepared. In the near future I would like to be working for a major chemical engineering company and actively volunteering in community projects to help make tomorrow better. Beatrice Kigodi Student Ambassador Bachelor of Engineering

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STUDY AREAS Actuarial Science Agribusiness Applied Geology Astronomy (4 year embedded honours) Computer Science Computer Systems and Networking Engineering (with majors in) Chemical Engineering Civil and Construction Engineering Computer Systems Engineering Electrical Power Engineering Electronic and Communication Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechatronic Engineering Petroleum Engineering Software Engineering Environmental Engineering (Mining) Environmental Science (4 year embedded honours) Extractive Metallurgy Geographic Information Science Geophysics Information Technology Medical Imaging Science (4 year embedded ng Science year embedded ience year emb bedd d honours) Metallurgical Engineering Mine and Engineering Surveying Mineral Exploration and Mining Geology Mining Mining Engineering Science (with majors in) Agriculture Applied Mathematics and Statistics Biochemistry Chemistry Coastal Zone Management Environmental Biology Mathematical Sciences and Computing Mathematical Sciences and Finance Multidisciplinary Science Nanotechnology Physics Software Engineering Surveying Viticulture and Oenology

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Curtins Faculty of Science and Engineering has an international reputation for the quality of its graduates and research achievements. It is at the forefront of technological and scientic innovation that encompasses the areas of engineering, science, computing, mathematics, agriculture, environment, mining and energy.
Applicants interested in studying Mathematics, Science or Engineering at Curtin University will be advantaged by choosing the highestlevel mathematics and science courses at high school. These include Mathematics 3C/3D and Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D, Physics 3A/3B and Chemistry 3A/3B. Not only are results in these courses likely to be scaled up considerably relative to other subjects (leading to a higher ATAR) but, more importantly, these courses will set you on a path of rigorous thinking and problem solving that will serve you well at university and in life generally. positive outcomes. The actuarial science course is professionally recognised by the Institute of Actuaries Australia (IAA). Career Opportunities: Graduates are employed as nancial advisers in commercial organisations involving life, general and health insurance companies, superannuation funds, banks, other nancial institutions and governments. These industries are generally expected to continue their very strong growth creating excellent employment opportunities. Actuaries are also now nding employment in a much broader range of industries and businesses where they determine corporate risk and provide quantitative analysis. Professional Recognition: This course has been accredited by the IAA. Curtin has accreditation status for the Part I subjects in its Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science) degree and for the Part II subjects in its Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Actuarial Science) course.

Actuarial Science
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science) Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D. Mathematics Specialist 3C/3D desirable. STAT: Not accepted. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This course is designed to provide you with the necessary skills in mathematics, statistics, nance, economics, accounting, law, computing and demographics by developing the analytical and computing techniques required to model industrial and commercial processes. Actuaries identify and calculate the risk of unwanted events that can affect an organisation, discover strategies for minimising the risk of unwanted events, minimise the effects of undesirable events, and maximise an organisations

Agribusiness
Degree: Bachelor of Agribusiness Prerequisites: One or more of the following courses are desirable: Mathematics 2C/2D, at least Stage 2 or above in Biological Sciences, Accounting and Finance, and Economics. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley

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Course Description: This course enables you to undertake a combined program of study in agricultural science and agribusiness. The rst year forms a solid foundation in science and communications and an introduction in business management. In your second and third years you will complete the equivalent of an agricultural science major and an agribusiness major. Graduates will have an industry-ready understanding of the science and technology required for the productive use of plants and animals for food and bre. The course builds from basic biology and agricultural systems including overarching issues such as food security, sustainability and global warming to detailed specics of crop and animal production and rural development. This understanding of production is combined with the business skills associated with production, processing, marketing and distribution of food and bre products. Students who undertake this course benet from a qualication that offers a comprehensive understanding of agriculture and its operation, and of the business environment. Career Opportunities: There is an increasing demand for graduates in service industries associated with agriculture. Banks and the nance sector, grain marketing and handling companies, machinery and supply companies and other suppliers of agribusiness and horticulture products require graduates with a good knowledge and understanding of production systems in order to make the right decisions to support businesses linked to agriculture. Currently, the demand for agriculture and agribusiness graduates is greater than the supply from universities across Australia, and so there are clear opportunities for employment in the food and agribusiness sector that underpins the health and prosperity of people in Australia and overseas. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology.

Applied Geology
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Applied Geology) Prerequisites: At least Mathematics 2C/2D. STAT: E, V and Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This course combines a comprehensive background in geological theory with an emphasis on the practical application of geology to mineral, petroleum and groundwater resources and to environmental management. The rst year provides a basic grounding in chemistry, physics and mathematics as well as geology, and includes training in communication and computer skills. The second year focuses on the theoretical, laboratory and eld skills needed to understand geological processes and Earths evolution. The third year concentrates on advanced and applied aspects of geology such as mineral and petroleum exploration techniques, environmental geology, engineering geology and hydrogeology. The course includes six weeks of eldwork at various locations throughout Western Australia. It was created and updated in close consultation with industry representatives and was the rst geology degree in Western Australia to be formally recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy as providing world-class training for the mining industry. Career Opportunities: The practical approach of this course creates high industry demand for Curtin graduates leading to exciting careers throughout Australia and overseas. Most graduates are employed in the mineral and

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petroleum industries, with increasing numbers working on groundwater and environmental geology, all of which are vital to the future wellbeing of Australia. If you perform well in this three-year course you will be eligible to enrol in a fourth honours year. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for membership of the Geological Society of Australia, the Australian Institute of Geoscientists, the Petroleum Exploration Society of Australia, the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and the International Association of Hydrogeologists.

Astronomy
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Astronomy) Prerequisites: Physics 3A/3B and Mathematics 3C/3D. Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D or equivalent desirable. STAT: Not accepted. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This course focuses on understanding the universe beyond the Earth. With the increasing size, network bandwidth, and automation of research telescopes and astronomical facilities, astronomy is a unique international science. The demands of being a successful astronomer require you to study a wide variety of fundamental physics, mathematics and computing. You will be required to undertake highlevel research projects with practising astronomers as part of your studies. The rst two years provide you with important fundamental knowledge and skills in mathematics, physics and computing. In the third and subsequent years, you can tailor your course through the selection of options to increase your background in specic astronomy-related areas, such as mathematics, scientic data acquisition, computational techniques and image processing. Advanced astronomy and astrophysics subjects

are studied in the nal two years. The fourth year extends your knowledge of current academic research methodology as it applies to astronomy, and you will demonstrate your progress through the conduct of a supervised research project and preparation of an honours dissertation with a research group or team. Career Opportunities: Employment opportunities in astronomy are steadily increasing as scientists and engineers continually discover new ways of probing the cosmos and countries collaborate on major international projects. Jobs in this area are expected to grow signicantly over the next decade with major international and local initiatives (such as the Square Kilometre Array and its pathnders), especially in the area of radio astronomy. Astronomy graduates are not restricted to astrophysical research as their physics, mathematical and computational skills, combined with an ability to solve complicated problems, make them readily employable in many other areas of science, business and technology. Astronomers are already employed in areas that utilise high performance computational techniques, such as meteorological and climate study centres and nancial institutions. Those with general digital signal processing skills can nd their way into many branches of science and engineering. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for membership of the Astronomical Society of Australia and the Australian Institute of Physics. Many international equivalents will also accept graduates as members.

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Computer Science
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) Prerequisites: At least Mathematics 2C/2D. Mathematics 3C/3D desirable. STAT: Not accepted. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This course focuses on the overall discipline of ICT which covers the more advanced areas of computing, with a particular emphasis on theory. Some of the areas covered range from programming to software design and engineering, networking, articial intelligence and pattern recognition, algorithm design and analysis, programming language design, database systems and computer graphics. If you meet the entrance requirements you may take an additional year and complete honours. Career Opportunities: As computing is one of the biggest growth areas in the world, Computer Science graduates are in increasingly high demand. The widespread use of technology in organisations covering an increasingly wide spectrum of applications has resulted in enormous exibility in graduate careers, ranging from managing a computer network for small business to designing computer software systems for large organisations. Typical positions include network and communications engineers, graphic designers and animators, database system designers and software developers, as well as researchers in advanced areas such as computer vision and articial intelligence. Professional Recognition: Professional accreditation has been granted by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Computer Systems and Networking

Degree: Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking) Prerequisites: At least Mathematics 2C/2D. Mathematics 3C/3D desirable. STAT: Not accepted. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This course focuses on the design and support of modern distributed computer and telecommunications networks. A feature of the degree is the integrated certication-based training with information technology (IT) leaders, such as Microsoft and Cisco. Graduates will have expertise in: network design and administration/management convergence of IT and telecommunications embedded web system design computer hardware and software co-design real-time systems IT technical support. This course is aimed at those who are ready for a challenging career in systems and network design, administration and support. You will be looking for a relevant degree that offers industry-based skills and experience and an opportunity to design, drive and manage leading-edge technology. Career Opportunities: Graduates nd employment as professional network and system administrators, IT support specialists, telecommunications managers or systems designers. Professional Recognition: Graduates meet the academic requirements for graduate membership as an Engineering Technologist, Engineers Australia.

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Engineering
Degree: Bachelor of Engineering (with majors listed in the course description) Prerequisites: At least three of the following courses: Mathematics 3C/3D, Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D, Physics 3A/3B and Chemistry 3A/3B. Engineering Studies 3A/3B desirable. STAT: Not accepted. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Curtin Engineering offers students an industry connected education experience which is uniquely placed to provide solutions to the challenges faced by the global community. Offering you exibility, the Engineering Foundation Year (EFY) program is instrumental in developing awareness of the components of engineering practice. In your rst year you will gain an appreciation of the role and functions of engineers, and of the various subdisciplines. Engineering offers an extensive range of disciplines in chemical engineering, petroleum engineering, electronic and communication engineering, electrical power engineering, computer systems engineering, software engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronic engineering, civil and construction engineering. Engineering majors Chemical Engineering Civil and Construction Engineering Computer Systems Engineering Electrical Power Engineering Electronic and Communication Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechatronic Engineering Petroleum Engineering Software Engineering

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Course Description: The course has a common rst year with all other engineering disciplines. You are then able to select from three streams: chemical engineering, oil and gas, or biosystems engineering. Chemical Engineering examines the development, design and operation of processes and plant for the extraction, conversion and recovery of materials. A great variety of process industries serve the needs of society. Among the more familiar are petroleum rening, gas processing, petrochemical and polymer production, fertiliser manufacture, cement and lime production, minerals and metals extraction and rening, paper and board manufacture, sugar rening, food processing and production of industrial and ne chemicals. The oil and gas stream looks at the development, design and operation of processes and plant specic to the extraction, conversion and recovery of oil and gas. You will also explore the theory and application of various disciplines required to evaluate, develop and exploit oil and gas accumulations. Engineering companies design and build plants for oil and gas industries. Manufacturing companies manage, operate, maintain and develop processes and plant for the efficient production of oil and gas. Biosystems engineering is a broad discipline dealing with biomolecular and molecular processes, product design, sustainability and biological systems analysis. The course covers biological systems and the engineering principles and biological fundamentals that are essential for the development, design and operation of processes and plants that extract, convert and recover materials. Graduates are well prepared to work in both the traditional chemical engineering industry and the evolving biotech industry (including the health industry). Before graduating from any of the three streams, you must complete 12 weeks of engineering work experience during your summer holidays. There is no separate honours year and honours are awarded to graduates based on their performance during the four years of the course.

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Career Opportunities: The course presents wide-ranging career opportunities. Most graduates are employed in international mineral or oil and gas processing industries. Some are employed directly by processing companies, others by the many consulting groups that serve the industry. Employers generally regard chemical engineers as the most versatile of engineers and they are in high demand within the consulting engineering groups and smaller companies that can only afford to employ one or two engineers. Professional Recognition: Graduates fulll the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia (EAust) as the pathway to chartered engineer status (CPEng). The course is also recognised by many other professional bodies including membership of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (UK). CIVIL AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING Course Description: This course is an excellent blend of civil and construction engineering fundamentals and the practical skills essential to begin effective professional practice immediately on graduation. The rst two years are primarily concerned with developing basic scientic, mathematical and practical skills. The third year includes applied engineering units in structural analysis and design, materials, geotechnical engineering, construction engineering, hydraulics and professional practice. The nal year covers subjects relating to construction management for large civil engineering projects including construction control, industrial relations, contract law, cost estimation and nance. You may also use your nal year to pursue further study within a range of specialist options including environmental engineering, transportation, public health engineering and advanced structural 118 design. The course includes project work based on laboratory, library and eldwork, and partial assessment completed through seminars. Career Opportunities: Graduates nd employment with consulting engineers, large contractors, specialist subcontractors and government authorities. Further down the line, engineers may also establish their own consultancies in their elds of expertise and professional competence. Civil and construction engineers have skills that are readily transferable between employers and often nd work internationally. Professional Recognition: Graduates fulll the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia (EAust) as the pathway to chartered engineer status (CPEng). COMPUTER SYSTEMS ENGINEERING Course Description: Computer systems engineering is now strongly oriented to embedded systems. That is, computers embedded into another system to control, monitor or improve that systems functionality for example, information appliances such as smart phones, notebook computers of various kinds, and media players. This course studies embedded computing structures and their application in developing future information appliances, automotive systems, industrial control and automation systems, communications infrastructure, robotic systems and many others. Career Opportunities: The proliferation of computer systems and their applications in industry has led to a signicant and growing demand for people capable of designing, programming, conguring and operating computer installations and automated systems.

Professional Recognition: Graduates fulll the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia (EAust) as the pathway to chartered engineer status (CPEng). ELECTRICAL POWER ENGINEERING Course Description: Electrical power engineering is the branch of engineering concerned with the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical power. A new eld in electrical power engineering is the application of electronics to large power devices. The study of power electronics and renewable energy is a feature of the electrical power engineering course at Curtin. Career Opportunities: Graduates can expect to nd employment with supply authorities, machine manufacturers and other large-scale users of electrical energy, such as mining companies. As the nal year of the course is oriented towards industrial applications, you will have good employment opportunities. Professional Recognition: Graduates fulll the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia (EAust) as the pathway to chartered engineer status (CPEng). ELECTRONIC AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING Course Description: This course examines analogue and digital communication systems, information processing, telecommunications and computer communication networks, signal and image processing and control and instrumentation, as well as electronic design. Modern computing predominantly involves interacting network-connected processors, so that computing and networking are inextricably linked. The role of the communications engineer is to design such networks, encompassing all hardware, software and rmware functions. Your role involves implementing protocols for transmitting data frames, detecting and correcting transmission errors, sharing communication capacity on high-speed media, and routing data packets to specic destinations within the networks.

Career Opportunities: The growth in computer networking in terms of sales volume is more than 20 per cent each year. The corresponding demand for network communication engineers is currently far outstripping supply. Professional Recognition: Graduates fulll the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia (EAust) as the pathway to chartered engineer status (CPEng). MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Course Description: Mechanical engineering is ideal if you are seeking a career in mechanically-oriented industries or applications. The technologically focused environment of mechanical engineering deals with aspects of motion mechanics, uid ow, heat transfer, mechanical design, manufacturing processes, industrial technology, material development, management and control systems. The course is fundamentally oriented to create learning and skills development opportunities in these areas along with hands-on experience to produce graduates who are career-ready and able to undertake problem-solving challenges in the workplace. The course is complemented by a mandatory specialised project in the nal year of study. Career Opportunities: The wide breadth of knowledge and skills possessed by mechanical engineers means they are highly sought after across a wide range of engineering enterprises from small companies to consultancies and large multi-national companies. Skills can be applied in a variety of roles including design, maintenance, industrial operation and project management. Curtins graduates are widely regarded for their knowledge, skill and adaptability by employers. Professional Recognition: Graduates fulll the stage one competencies stipulated by Engineers Australia (EAust) as the pathway to chartered engineer status (CPEng).

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MECHATRONIC ENGINEERING Course Description: Mechatronics is one of the more recent developments in the engineering discipline that combines basic mechanical engineering problemsolving and design skills with the expertise of digital electronics and computer systems to produce smart products, or to advance industrial production through automation and the use of robotics. The course offers you opportunities to develop a range of technical skills in digital electronics, drive technologies, mechanics (the study of force and motion) and software. You will also examine the relationships between different technical disciplines with an emphasis on design, communication and teamwork within a business perspective. You will engage in hands-on project work from the second year onward and will become involved in the design, building and testing of mechatronic systems, including small mobile robots. In the fourth year you will undertake a major research or design project. Career Opportunities: You will have a broad base of skills enabling you to work in elds ranging from mechanical design to software engineering. You will also underpin the growing development of smart systems in industries ranging from mining to agriculture logistics. Professional Recognition: Graduates fulll the stage one competencies stipulated by Engineers Australia (EAust) as the pathway to chartered-engineer status (CPEng). PETROLEUM ENGINEERING Course Description: The world is running out of oil and gas, but irrespective of booms or busts, upstream petroleum engineers are always in demand. Currently, reservoirs yield only about 30 per cent of their oil, so petroleum engineers are needed to develop methods to increase oil and gas production. In this course you will cover the theory and application of the various disciplines required to evaluate, develop and exploit oil and gas reserves. The rst year provides a background of general engineering and the second year examines issues involving uid ow through reservoirs. You will also learn about basic geology and where petroleum engineering ts. Concepts in chemical engineering and thermodynamics will be covered to ensure understanding of the issues of uid movement as a result of changes in reservoir pressure, temperature and ow of different liquids. Fluid dynamics and understanding the oil and gas reservoir are also examined on a microbial and macro scale. Crude oil processing and transport, drilling and well engineering are studied, along with the methods used to better image the reservoirs in 3D while determining optimum plans to extract the liquids. In the nal year of study, economics, risk and project management topics introduce you to global economic trends and ways of extracting more oil and gas for the good of the community, while also assisting company prot margins. Lectures are accompanied by practical study in uid and reservoir rock laboratories, geodynamic lab work and eld trips to both service company offices and drilling sites. To complement the theoretical and on-campus practical learning, you will also undertake at least 12 weeks of industrial experience and complete a Senior First Aid Certicate course to ensure you are job-ready on graduation. You will nish university equipped to nd employment in

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the upstream (reservoir/drilling/supply) petroleum exploration and production industry. Career Opportunities: As a qualied petroleum engineer you will be well rewarded nancially in one of the highest paid engineering jobs, enjoy extensive travel opportunities and, in one of the most technicallychallenging jobs, benet from being part of a pioneering worldwide community of professionals. Professional Recognition: Graduates fulll the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia (EAust) as the pathway to chartered engineer status (CPEng). SOFTWARE ENGINEERING Course Description: This course prepares you for a professional career by providing the essential skills needed to develop very large software systems. It combines a solid foundation in software design, applications and computer science with technical communication skills and an understanding of the social effects of IT, interpersonal relationships, team work and time management. Career Opportunities: Software engineers are in demand throughout the world and you will have the opportunity to work for major companies or to practise as an individual consultant. Professional Recognition: Professional accreditation has been granted by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). Graduates also fulll the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia (EAust) as the pathway to chartered engineer status (CPEng).

Environmental Engineering - Mining

Degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering - Mining) Prerequisites: At least three of the following courses: Mathematics 3C/3D, Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D, Physics 3A/3B and Chemistry 3A/3B. Well-performed candidates without one of the prerequisite subjects may be accepted and required to undertake bridging programs. STAT: Not accepted Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley (rst three years), Kalgoorlie (fourth year) Course Description: This course is designed to produce environmental engineers to work principally in the mining and resources sector. You will study during the rst three years at the Bentley Campus in Perth, then the nal year at the Kalgoorlie Campus. The course offers you comprehensive and unique training in environmental engineering for the mining industry. The Western Australian School of Mines is a principal provider of graduates for the mining industry and has a long history of success in this area. The course is multidisciplinary and would appeal to those who wish to work in teams and with the community in nding environmentally responsible solutions to important engineering problems facing the global mining industry. It includes aspects of mining engineering, geology, mineral processing, biological science and environmental engineering with an emphasis on mine site planning, rehabilitation and environmental management. Career Opportunities: Graduates are likely to be involved in mine site rehabilitation, the design of tailings dams, mine planning, environmental impact statements, and the management and reporting of mine site environmental requirements. After a suitable period of employment in this industry, you may move into a head office position, become a senior consultant or work with government agencies or other industries that face similar environmental problems. Initially, you are likely to nd employment with 121

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a mining company as a mine site environmental officer or with a consultancy associated with mining operations. You may also nd work in related elds and broaden your career as your skills develop. Professional Recognition: Graduates fulll the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia (EAust) as the pathway to chartered engineer status (CPEng) and this degree is recognised by the Australian Institute of Mining Engineering and Metallurgy. physics. Simultaneously, you will develop an ability to use state-of-the-art computer software, and acquire an understanding of economic principles, environmental policy and development, and environmental impact assessment and management. As part of the course, you will undertake an honours project in the fourth year and gain experience as a member of multidisciplinary research groups. There are numerous pathways into this course. Career Opportunities: Graduates nd employment in government agencies, industries concerned with natural resources, land care and restoration, and with private employers of environmental scientists and managers. Professional Recognition: Depending on your major area of specialisation, you will be eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Biology, Royal Australian Chemical Institute, Institute of Geoscientists, Australian Mathematics Society or Australian Institute of Physics.

Environmental Science
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) (Honours) Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D and Chemistry 3A/3B or Physics 3A/3B, if studying the Chemistry or Physics stream respectively. Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D (for the Mathematics and Physics streams) desirable. STAT: Not accepted Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Environmental science is concerned with the physical, chemical and biological conditions of the environment and their effect on organisms. The range of environmental problems confronting the world today is so complex that their solution requires the cooperative research of many types of environmental scientists, each with different areas of expertise. This degree presents you with a range of options and an understanding of cooperative research by providing a thorough grounding in several scientic disciplines. You are introduced to a broad range of scientic disciplines in your rst year of the course. In later years, you will be given the opportunity to develop your expertise in specic areas such as chemistry, biology, geology and mathematics or 122

Extractive Metallurgy
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Extractive Metallurgy) Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D and Chemistry 3A/3B or Physics 3A/3B. STAT: E and Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley, Kalgoorlie Course Description: Extractive metallurgy deals with the processing of minerals and the production of metals, mineral concentrates and mineral products. The course offers sound training in mineral processing, hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy and includes environmental considerations, mine nance and management. The rst two years of study are

available in Bentley or Kalgoorlie. However, you will spend the important professional year of your degree in the dynamic mining centre of Kalgoorlie at the Western Australian School of Mines to maximise your exposure to the minerals industry. The rst-hand experience and contact with the minerals industry, and its personnel, provides a level of knowledge and awareness of the industry unavailable elsewhere. Class sizes are relatively small and you will benet from interaction, not only with highly qualied staff but also with industry experts who visit to lecture on specialist topics. Career Opportunities: Graduates work in all areas of the industry and are among the highest paid of all Curtin graduates. They are highly regarded by overseas companies and many have been recruited directly to work in international locations. Locally employed graduates are increasingly being deployed overseas as Australian companies expand their offshore activities. Professional Recognition: The degree is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.

Geographic Information Science

Degree: Bachelor of Science (Geographic Information Science) Prerequisites: At least Mathematics 2C/2D. Mathematics 3C/3D desirable. Applicants may be considered without some of these subjects. STAT: E and Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Geographic Information Science (GIScience) brings together the disciplines of computing, geography, mapping, navigation (GPS), environmental science and geovisualisation for the collection, analysis and modelling of geospatial data. It is a rapidly developing area and is used to address problems in an increasing range of applications where location and space, geographic information, and satellite positioning and navigation systems are used. Examples of applications include environmental

and natural resources management, exploration and mining, land ownership, urban and regional planning, asset management, health planning, and demographic marketing. GIScience is also fast becoming an integral science for many other disciplines. It is a dynamic and exciting eld dealing with the development and use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). GIS are powerful computer-based systems designed for spatial data management, web-based mapping, multidimensional representation, and spatial analysis and modelling. GIS technology is embedded in a host of applications including navigation systems. The Curtin course is one of a small number of degrees offering geographic information science in Australia. It comprises core studies that provide a thorough understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of the structure, development, application, implementation and management of geographic information in geospatial applications. Throughout the course, lectures are supplemented by laboratory sessions involving practical experience and state-of-the-art software. Flexible learning approaches are a feature of this degree with extensive use of online learning and partial access to distance education over the Internet. Career Opportunities: Careers range from developers who design and build geographic databases, web-based mapping systems and spatial management/analysis tools to professionals who use GIS to provide specialist solutions in a range of environmental, business and development-related activities. Employment prospects are excellent. Graduates are in high demand and many nd employment not only in Australia but internationally. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for membership of the Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute (SSSI).

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Geophysics
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Geophysics) Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D and Physics 3A/3B. Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D desirable. Applicants without the desirable subjects will be accepted but may be required to undertake additional or alternate studies. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Geophysics is one of the most exciting sciences as it seeks to reveal and understand the Earths subsurface, using physical principles. Graduates with degrees in geophysics from Curtin can be found in interesting and well-paid jobs around the world, with some involved in oil and gas exploration and others looking for gold and other minerals. Others use geophysics to help solve environmental and engineering problems. More than one-third of the course is devoted to exploration geophysics. You will gain thorough knowledge and practical skills in all aspects of oil and gas, minerals and groundwater exploration. You will also be prepared for employment in the exploration industry in responsible and interesting positions. An additional honours year is recommended. Career Opportunities: Graduates generally nd employment with oil and mineral exploration companies, geophysical contractors, and government agencies. Many companies operate internationally and graduates are often deployed internationally. Professional Recognition: The course is recognised by the Australian Society of Exploration Geophysicists, the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (USA), the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers, the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and the Geological Society of Australia. 124

Information Technology
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Information Technology) Prerequisites: At least Mathematics 2C/2D. Mathematics 3C/3D desirable. STAT: Not accepted. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This course focuses on the overall discipline of information and communication technology which covers the more technological and applied aspects of computing, with less emphasis on theory. Some of the topics covered range from programming to software design and engineering, networking, database systems, graphics, system programming, and multimedia designs. If you meet the entry requirements you may take an additional year and complete honours. Career Opportunities: The increasing impact of computers in organisations means enormous exibility in careers for graduates, for example managing a computer network for small business or designing computer software systems for large organisations. Typical positions include internet designers, network and communications engineers, graphics designers and animators, database system designers, programmers and system analysts. Professional Recognition: Professional accreditation has been granted by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

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Degree: Bachelor of Science (Medical Imaging Science) Prerequisites: Physics 3A/3B and Mathematics 3C/3D or equivalent. STAT: Not accepted. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Medical imaging involves a range of procedures that use forms of radiation, including X-rays (radiography and computed tomography), ultrasound (sonography) or magnetic elds (magnetic resonance imaging), to produce images. Through the use of these procedures and images, the structure and function of various body systems is displayed, and a diagnosis of the illness or injury may be assessed/determined. The course addresses the use of sophisticated imaging systems as well as human/patient factors, and enables graduates to attain competency in general radiography and computed tomography, as well as an applied, integrated understanding of the role of all imaging modalities. Attendance on clinical workplace placements is mandatory and may occur outside standard semester times. Career Opportunities: Graduates are highly sought after and generally employed in public and private hospitals and private practices. You may be employed throughout Australia without the need to complete a professional development year, and will also receive a statement of accreditation enabling you to work anywhere in the world. Professional Recognition: This course is accredited by the Australian Institute of Radiography.

Metallurgical Engineering
Degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Metallurgical Engineering) Prerequisites: At least three of the following courses: Mathematics 3C/3D, Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D, Physics 3A/3B and Chemistry 3A/3B. STAT: Not accepted. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley, Kalgoorlie Course Description: Metallurgical engineering focuses on extractive metallurgical processes such as mineral processing and production of metals, mineral concentrates and other mineral products. The course provides training in mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, environmental considerations and mine nance and management, process and plant design, and industrial research. The rst two years of study are available in Bentley or Kalgoorlie, while the last two professional years are done in the dynamic mining centre of Kalgoorlie at Curtins Western Australian School of Mines to allow maximum exposure to the minerals industry. This rst-hand experience and contact with the minerals industry and its personnel provides a level of knowledge and awareness of the industry unavailable elsewhere. Class sizes are relatively small and you will benet from interaction not only with highly qualied staff but also with industry experts who visit to lecture on specialist topics. Career Opportunities: Graduates work in all areas of the industry and are among the highest paid of all Curtin graduates. They are highly regarded by overseas companies and many have been recruited directly to work in international locations. Locally employed graduates are increasingly being deployed overseas. Professional Recognition: The degree is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and is accredited by Engineers Australia.

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Scientists and engineers look at the big picture. They push the boundaries of discovery and develop knowledge and technology to address some of the critical issues facing the planet. ng
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Mine and Engineering Surveying
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Mine and Engineering Surveying) Prerequisites: At least Mathematics 2C/2D. STAT: E and Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley, Kalgoorlie (nal year) Course Description: This course is the only specialised university-level course in Australia that prepares graduates to work as qualied mine surveyors. It satises the academic requirements for qualication as quarry manager and also enables further postgraduate study in the mining and engineering areas. The rst two years of the course are undertaken at the Bentley Campus. The nal year is studied at the Western Australian School of Mines campus located in the heart of Australias mining industry at Kalgoorlie. A common rst year provides basic studies in mathematics, computing and science, with an introduction to surveying and mapping techniques. In the second and third years, more advanced units in mine and engineering surveying are studied, along with specialist units in mining technology and occupational and environmental aspects of mine management. Career Opportunities: Interesting and challenging careers are available to graduates in either the mining or construction industry. Professional Recognition: After a period of articles, graduates can become licensed surveyors through the Western Australian Department of Mines and Petroleum. Graduates are also eligible for membership of the Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute (SSSI).

Mineral Exploration and Mining Geology

Degree: Bachelor of Science (Mineral Exploration and Mining Geology) Prerequisites: At least Mathematics 2C/2D. STAT: E, V and Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley, Kalgoorlie (nal year) Course Description: Before you dig a hole with expensive equipment, you must rst nd the right place to dig. The mining geologist is responsible for everything from mineral exploration and evaluation to the operation of both underground and surface mines. Mining geology covers a range of activities including geological eld mapping, geochemical and geophysical exploration, drilling techniques, mineral sampling, denition and delineation of ore bodies, ore reserve estimation, and aspects of rock and soil mechanics. This course is designed for those intending to enter the mining industry as an exploration or mining geologist, although it also provides a good general base for employment in many areas of geology. The rst two years of the course are based at Bentley with the nal year in Kalgoorlie, one of the most active mining areas in the world. You will quickly become familiar with the mining environment and receive unique opportunities for employment in your chosen career. Those who meet the entry criteria may be invited to undertake an additional honours year. Career Opportunities: Graduates from this course are in great demand in the mining industry because of the blend of practical and theoretical training. There are many job opportunities in mineral exploration for gold, nickel, alumina, mineral sands, iron ore and other mineral deposits throughout the world, and graduates are working in all parts of the globe. You can further specialise in careers such as exploration

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management, stockbroking and merchant banking, or as chief geologists in major mining operations, and at boardroom level. Professional Recognition: The degree is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.

Mining
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Mining) Prerequisites: At least three of the following courses: Mathematics 3C/3D, Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D, Physics 3A/3B and Chemistry 3A/3B. STAT: E and Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley, Kalgoorlie Course Description: This course provides comprehensive knowledge across a broad range of science and technology subjects including geology, electrical, civil and mechanical engineering, computing and environmental science, health and safety, ventilation, pollution, and management of both people and resources. After completing the third year of the Bachelor of Science, students may continue for a further year to obtain a Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering). Career Opportunities: Graduates from this course can expect to nd employment in Australia and throughout the world. Professional Recognition: This course meets the education requirements of the Western Australian Department of Mines and Petroleum for certication as an underground or open pit mine supervisor, or as a quarry manager. The course is also recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.

Mining Engineering
Degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering) Prerequisites: At least three of the following courses: Mathematics 3C/3D, Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D, Physics 3A/3B and Chemistry 3A/3B. STAT: Not accepted. Study Mode: F, P

Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley, Kalgoorlie Course Description: Mining is all-important to Western Australias economy and the wealth of the country. Mining engineers are the key to the success of this vast industry because they make it work. Mining engineers plan and direct the engineering aspects of extracting minerals from the earth. They conduct feasibility studies of mineral deposits to ascertain whether the ore can be extracted economically, and they decide on the best way to extract it. They use their knowledge of geology, ground conditions and production rates to determine whether a project is viable. Many mining engineers aspire to become mine managers, where they assume overall responsibility for the whole operation. Mining engineering is the broadest of the engineering disciplines and includes a study of the basic sciences as well as engineering subjects. As the course progresses, increasing emphasis is placed on mining technology, which entails the study of soil and rock mechanics, mine environmental engineering, materials transport, methods of working, mine planning and evaluation. The rst two years of study are available in Bentley or Kalgoorlie, with students spending the important last two professional years of their degree in the dynamic mining centre of Kalgoorlie at Curtins Western Australian School of Mines. Career Opportunities: Graduates work in all areas of the industry and are among the highest paid of all Curtin graduates. They are highly regarded by overseas companies and many have been recruited directly to work in international locations. Locally employed graduates are increasingly being deployed overseas. Professional Recognition: Graduates meet the academic requirements for membership of Engineers Australia and the educational requirements for certication as a rst class mine manager from the Western Australian Department of Mines and Petroleum. The course is also recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. 129

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Science
Degree: Bachelor of Science with majors and double majors as listed in the course description Prerequisites: Refer to the majors for prerequisites. STAT: Not accepted except for entry into the Agriculture; Coastal Zone Management; Environmental Biology; and Multidisciplinary Science majors. Major elements E, V and Q are considered. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time, 4 years full-time for double degrees Campus: Bentley Course Description: The Bachelor of Science provides you with the opportunity to shape the future, by developing relevant skill sets that can lead to an exciting career in science, as well as provide you with distinct advantages in other career pathways. Throughout the course you will develop the necessary theoretical and practical skills in your chosen area/s of study; gain valuable insight into the importance and potential impact of science; and discover related careers through interacting with our highly recognised teaching and research staff, and industry partners. The Bachelor of Science provides exibility and choice. It allows you to focus your study primarily in one area of science (by choosing a single major), or broaden your knowledge by studying more than one area of science (by choosing a double major). In your rst year you must choose from four pre-majors: Physical Sciences pre-major appropriate for Biochemistry, Chemistry, Nanotechnology and Physics Mathematical and Computational Sciences pre-major appropriate for Applied Mathematics and Statistics, Mathematical Sciences and 130 Computing double major and Mathematical Sciences and Finance double major Environment and Agriculture pre-major appropriate for Agriculture, Biochemistry, Coastal Zone Management and Environmental Biology Multidisciplinary Science pre-major appropriate for Multidisciplinary Science. In your second and third years you can then choose to complete a single or double major from our list of specic areas of science. Options: Choose a single major or a combination of two majors to create a double major from: Agriculture Applied Mathematics and Statistics Biochemistry Chemistry Coastal Zone Management Environmental Biology Physics. Or choose a single major in: Multidisciplinary Science accommodates interest across a broad range of science areas Nanotechnology includes content across the disciplines of physics, chemistry and molecular biology. Or study one of our prescribed double majors: Mathematical Science and Computing Mathematical Sciences and Finance Career Opportunities: Graduates from this degree are well prepared for a range of positions within the scientic community and associated elds. Specic scientic opportunities depend on your eld of expertise and are listed under the separate majors or double majors. Graduates from this degree may also

develop careers in a diverse range of non-scientic areas, where the skill sets obtained often provide distinct advantages. If you complete an honours program (requiring an additional fourth year) you may enter into the schools postgraduate research programs, providing further opportunities to specialise and to possibly develop an academic career. AGRICULTURE Prerequisites: No additional prerequisites. Course Description: Agriculture is a diverse science. It has been considered as cropping and livestock farming, but has now moved into the realm of cutting-edge technology. Our current use of the planet is unsustainable. We need highly educated, creative and clever people to develop new ways and new technologies to sustainably produce the resources and food we require, while still protecting the environment. This major provides you with an understanding of the science and technology required for the productive use of plants and animals for food, bre and amenities. You will study extensive production systems (rain-dependent and eld-based enterprises such as grain crops, cattle grazing, and sheep, lamb and wool industries), with a strong focus on the broadacre crop and livestock production systems of Mediterranean climates, including the winterdominant, low-rainfall environments in western and southern Australia. The major also includes study of intensive production systems (those relying on high inputs of water, fertiliser or feed, and which generate large amounts of produce from small areas), with particular emphasis on horticulture. Graduates understand the limitations to production imposed by these particular environments, and study ways to manage risk associated with the impacts of season, climate variability and global warming. Precision agriculture explores newer technologies such as satellite-based imagery for measuring crop and pasture growth and soil variability, remote sensing, remote management of crops and pastures, and tracking systems for livestock. Cutting-edge technology is increasingly used for efficient farm

management, making the most effective use of limited water, and efficient use of fertiliser and feed to best manage variable seasons. There is also the opportunity to incorporate principles of environmental management and agribusiness in the program of study. Career Opportunities: There is an increasing demand for graduates in the service industries associated with agriculture. Grain marketing and handling companies, agrochemical, machinery, software and technology companies and other suppliers of agricultural and horticulture products require graduates with a good knowledge and understanding of production systems in order to make the right decisions to support agricultural industries. Currently, as the demand for agriculture graduates is greater than the supply from universities across Australia, there are clear opportunities for employment in the food and agribusiness sector that underpins the health and prosperity of people in Australia and overseas. Graduates are sought in many industries and organisations due to their science training, critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities. Examples of career opportunities include: agricultural and resource economist; agricultural technical officer; agricultural scientist; farmer/ farm manager; teacher secondary; agronomist; horticulturalist; resource economist; and soil conservationist/scientist. Professional Recognition: On application graduates may be eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology (AIAST).

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APPLIED MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D or Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D or equivalent. Description: Mathematics has been described as the science of patterns, whether found in numbers, space, science, engineering, computers, imaginary abstractions or elsewhere. Mathematics is used in most elds, including the physical sciences, engineering, medicine, nance, and the social sciences. This major allows you to explore one of the three streams of applied mathematics, applied statistics and industrial modelling and optimisation. First year core units are common to all three streams, with increasing specialisation occurring through a choice of units in second and third year. Units cover fundamental and theoretical or pure mathematics, computational mathematics, including modelling, algorithms, solution methods and strategies, and applications of mathematics, such as supply chain management and network optimisation. You develop strong generic skills in logic, problem solving, optimisation, industrial modelling, analysis, scientic computation, programming and numeracy. These abilities are highly prized by industry, allowing for a wide range of career opportunities. Career Opportunities: Mathematics graduates are sought after by many state government departments, research organisations, industries and consultancies due to their science training, critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities. Examples of career opportunities include: data analyst; nance manager/planner; industrial engineer; information technologist; investment manager/planner; logistics; mathematician; project analyst/manager; risk manager; scheduler; statistical analyst; and supply chain manager. BIOCHEMISTRY Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D and Chemistry 3A/3B or equivalent. Course Description: The Biochemistry major follows from either the Physical Sciences or Environmental and Agricultural Sciences pre-major, and investigates chemistry at the interface of biology. Many of the advances in human, plant and animal health rely on an understanding of both chemistry and biology. This major provides graduates with the skills and knowledge to work at this exciting interface, exploring the molecular basis of life processes. It provides a solid foundation in chemistry, on which is built a molecular-level understanding of biological processes, with second- and third-year units in biological chemistry, and medicinal chemistry and drug design. Supporting units in cell biology, molecular biology and molecular genetics are also undertaken. Core principles of chemistry, molecular structure and chemical reactivity are applied to biological molecules. Compounds used in cell growth, signalling, defence and inhibition are explored, along with a study of key metabolic and signalling pathways. Principles of molecular recognition are also studied, leading to applications in biosensors, drug design and drug optimisation. Career Opportunities: Graduates are fully qualied chemists and can pursue careers in any elds open to those completing the chemistry major. Examples of career opportunities include: analytical biochemist; biotechnologist; environmental scientist; food technician; forensic scientist; medicinal chemist; pharmaceutical developer; quality control chemist; synthetic chemist; and teacher secondary. Professional Recognition: Graduates may be eligible for accreditation with the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI).

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CHEMISTRY Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D and Chemistry 3A/3B or equivalent. Course Description: The Chemistry major follows from the Physical Sciences pre-major and involves study of the physical and chemical properties of elements and compounds, their structures and reactions. You will learn how to apply this knowledge to develop new and useful chemicals and materials for use in agriculture, manufacture, medicine and the environment. Chemistry is a fundamental enabling science, and professional chemists are essential to the operations of most manufacturing, processing, mineral and other industries. This major will enable you to develop a sound foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of chemistry, and undertake units in computer programming, mathematics, and statistics along with a continuous study of analytical chemistry and instrumental analysis. Electives include medicinal and biological chemistry, environmental chemistry, materials chemistry, nanochemistry and forensic science. Learning is largely laboratory-based, and Curtins new laboratory facilities are among the best-equipped in Australia. In your nal semester, you will undertake a research project in a specialist research area, utilising our state-of-the-art laboratories. Research strengths in the department include analytical chemistry, geochemistry and minerals, chemistry education, computational chemistry, corrosion science, medicinal, biological and synthetic chemistry, and materials chemistry and spectroscopy. Career Opportunities: Graduates in chemistry are sought after and the Department of Chemistry has an excellent reputation for high-quality teaching and research. Examples of career opportunities include: analytical chemist; computational chemist; environmental scientist; forensic scientist; and geochemist.

Professional Recognition: Graduates meet the academic requirements for graduate membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute. Those who undertake appropriate study in forensic and analytical chemistry may also be eligible for graduate membership of the Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society. COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT Prerequisites: No additional prerequisites. Course Description: The Coastal Zone Management major, building on the Environment and Agriculture pre-major, reects the growing need to sustain and protect Australias coastline, with an emphasis on resource management. Our coastal zone is under increasing pressure from sometimes conicting expansion and development in commercial sheries, oil and gas extraction, township growth, resorts, tourism and recreation. Graduates with specialist skills and knowledge are needed to assess and manage the environmental impact of human activities on the marine and coastal environment. This major is truly cross-disciplinary, you will study marine biology, aquaculture, coastal science, coral reef systems, marine habitat mapping, marine biodiversity and taxonomy, along with environmental impact assessment, aquatic resource management, coastal policy and planning, geographic information systems, general management and aspects of business. You will also gain practical knowledge of cuttingedge biomonitoring techniques, particularly modern environmentally sound and non-destructive techniques, such as audio monitoring and remote camera deployment. Baseline and ongoing biomonitoring is essential to scientically determine if human activities are truly sustainable in our coastal environment.

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Career Opportunities: Graduates are sought in numerous industries and organisations due to their specialist science training, critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities. Examples of career opportunities include: aquaculturalist; aquatic biomonitoring consultant; conservation analyst; environmental planner; epa inspector; marine biologist; natural resource manager; and regional planner. ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY Prerequisites: No additional prerequisites. Course Description: Our future depends on understanding the biological basis of our life-support systems. Biologists are needed to solve issues such as environmental degradation, environmental impacts of urban development, management of land and marine parks, pollution, and conservation of biodiversity. They also play an important part in wealth-creation activities such as plant breeding, aquaculture and environment restoration. This major provides broad, practically-based training, focused on ecology and the management of ecosystems. It caters for students with a general interest in the environment, and the interrelated biology and ecology of plants and animals. Elective units include conservation biology and sustainability, animal and plant physiology, and ecotoxicology (focused on the effects of pollution on the land, in the air and particularly in water). On completion, you will graduate with a thorough understanding of both biological principles and their practical applications, obtained through a hands-on approach involving extensive eldwork. Career Opportunities: This major has a very strong hands-on component, focusing on real-world situations and management. Graduates are skilled in practical applications, as well as how to apply them in management and are highly sought after by industry. Examples of career 134 opportunities include: air pollution analyst; air/water quality manager; biologist; botanist; conservation analyst; ecologist; environmental planner; EPA statistician; forestry manager; plant pathologist; policy development advisor; urban and regional planner; weed scientist; and zoologist/zoo keeper. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for an associate membership to the Australian Institute of Biology and the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand. Full membership becomes possible for graduates with honours or pass degrees after three or four years of professional practice. MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES AND COMPUTING Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D or Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D or equivalent. Course Description: This double major provides you with the opportunity to pursue an in-depth study of mathematics and computing as joint disciplines. It will allow you to undertake in-depth study in both areas of mathematics and computing in a way that is not possible in a single degree in either discipline. Graduates are able to apply their quantitative and mathematical skills to modelling and simulation tasks and software development. A solid grasp of logic, solution methods and algorithms can be used in combination with the computing skills developed to understand, design and write more precise and efficient programs. The tools created can in turn be used to analyse and improve industrial and management processes. Career Opportunities: In addition to the career opportunities afforded by the Applied Mathematics and Statistics single major, graduates with the Mathematical Sciences and Computing double major can apply their abilities to the more technical and applied aspects of those specialisations, including coding and programming. They are also well suited to research careers with

a more technical emphasis. Examples of career opportunities include: systems designer (information technology); computer engineer; programmers (information technology); project analyst/manager; scheduler; statistical analyst; statistician; supply chain manager; and teacher secondary. Professional Recognition: Graduates may be eligible for membership of the Australian Mathematical Society, the Operations Research Society of Australia or the Australian Statistical Society. Your choice of units may also gain eligibility for professional level accreditation from the Australian Computer Society. MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES AND FINANCE Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D or Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D or equivalent. Course Description: The Mathematical Sciences and Finance major enables you to develop a broad range of analytical and mathematical skills, with particular reference to nancial contexts. In addition to studies in mathematics, you will also undertake units in accounting, economics, business and nance, many of which are taught through Curtin Business School. Graduates are familiar with corporate nance, nancial institutions, nancial markets and various branches of the nancial services industry, and are well-versed with statistical modelling and operations research in a nancial context. Career Opportunities: In addition to the career opportunities afforded by the Applied Mathematics and Statistics single major, graduates with the Mathematical Sciences and Finance double major are highly prized by the commercial sector, banking institutions and government departments such as Finance and Treasury. Examples of career opportunities include: accounting; commercial banking; nance/funds manager; nancial planner; insurance; investment banking; risk management; stockbroker; and superannuation manager.

Professional Recognition: Graduates may be eligible for membership of the Australian Mathematical Society, the Operations Research Society of Australia, the Australian Statistical Society and the Australian Institute of Banking and Finance. MULTIDISCIPLINARY SCIENCE Prerequisites: One science course of study level 3A/3B and Mathematics 2C/2D or equivalent. Mathematics 3C/3D desirable. Course Description: The application of science to real-world problems is becoming increasingly more complex and truly multidisciplinary in nature. In many areas of scientic endeavour, no single scientic discipline is sufficient, as reected in the elds of biochemistry, bioinformatics, forensic science and nanotechnology. Multidisciplinary Science gives you the opportunity to combine rigorous study in more than one science discipline from areas such as biology, chemistry, computing, geology, mathematics or physics. It also allows you to combine scientic study with units from areas outside the physical sciences. Examples include molecular or human biology (genetics, bioinformatics), social sciences (journalism, media), languages, spatial sciences (geographic information science) or business and management. The intention is to provide graduates with the skills to operate across the traditional boundaries of a single scientic discipline. Career Opportunities: Opportunities exist across the broad science spectrum, depending on the choice of subjects. For example, graduates may pursue careers in medical physics by combining studies in physics and the health sciences, or may become a professional science writer by combining science units with journalism, or may be able to establish careers that require modelling of complex environmental systems by combining mathematics units with environmental biology. Graduates are ideally placed to pursue a career in teaching, through incorporating education units into their degree, and developing a very broad science background from which to teach. 135

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NANOTECHNOLOGY Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D or Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D and Level 3A/3B in Chemistry or Physics or equivalent. Course Description: Nanotechnology encompasses the science and technology of designing, constructing and understanding the very small structures from ve nanometres to about 50 nanometres in size. Strange things happen to matter as it gets small, and the smaller it gets, the stranger it gets. Objects no longer have a denitive space, and their edges become fuzzy. Small particle interactions develop quantum characteristics, and physical and chemical properties become different to that seen on the macro scale. Nanotechnology is not a single discipline, but interfaces between biology, physics, chemistry and materials science, describing the controlled design and assembly of nanostructures within each of those disciplines (nanobiology, nanochemistry etc). Nanotechnology has enormous potential to provide medical breakthroughs, and improved and novel industrial processes, such as direct electricity manufacture from microbial action, or environmental reclamation and rehabilitation. The ability to design and fabricate materials on the nano-scale with an understanding of the atomic and quantum effects operating will eventually lead to the development of a range of intelligent materials and nano-machines which will ultimately change the way we live. Practical laboratory skills, communication skills and creative and critical thinking are emphasised throughout this major. Career Opportunities: Opportunities exist across the spectrum of physics, chemistry and molecular biology and include careers such as: chemist; composites scientist; medical scientist; material scientist/technologist; materials analyst; solid state physicist; and thermoelectric scientist. Professional Recognition: Graduates completing the chemistry stream fulll the academic requirements for membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute and those completing the physics stream are eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Physics. PHYSICS Prerequisites: Mathematics 3C/3D or Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D, and Physics 3A/3B or equivalent. Course Description: Students choose to study physics because they are fascinated by fundamental questions about the physical structure and function of the universe, what it consists of and how it works. All science degrees tackle issues relating to our environment, our core knowledge of our physical selves, and our place in the system but physics does it from the , universal down to the subatomic scale. The physics major attempts to answer many fundamental questions, including things such as the intricate structure of matter, the nature of radiation, and how the two interact. You will explore subjects in physics, mathematics, data processing/analysis and modelling of physical systems. All aspects of the course emphasise acquiring personal skills and practical experience, with a strong component of practical work to ensure you gain hands-on training with highly technical equipment and computers. Graduates understand the core concepts of physics,

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and use data acquisition, analysis and modelling techniques (computational skills) on real-world and extraterrestrial physical problems and phenomena. Career Opportunities: Graduates enjoy a high level of employment exibility, as their analytical ability, problem solving skills and logical thinking is broadly applicable at the highest levels of industry or government organisations. Examples of career opportunities include: astronomer; computational physicist; computer programmer; materials analyst; meteorologist; radiation physicist; and remote sensing scientist. Professional Recognition Graduates are automatically eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP). Many international equivalents of the AIP will also accept graduates as members.

Students who undertake this double degree enhance their attractiveness to employees by combining high level scientic, analytical, writing, cultural, international or language skills, making them very attractive to future employees. You can combine any of the science and humanities majors listed below: Science Majors Agriculture Applied Mathematics Applied Statistics Industrial Modelling and Optimisation Chemistry Coastal Zone Management Environmental Biology Physics Humanities Majors Professional Writing and Publishing Internet Communications Sustainable Development Anthropology & Sociology Japanese Chinese Asian Studies International Relations

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts Double Degree

Prerequisites: Refer to the single degrees for prerequisites, except for Applied Mathematics; Applied Statistics; and Industrial Modelling and Optimisation, which require Mathematics 3C/3D or Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D or equivalent. STAT: Not accepted except for entry into the Agriculture; Coastal Zone Management; and Environmental Biology majors. Major elements E, V and Q are considered. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years Campus: Bentley Course Description: This double degree offers you the opportunity to study a wide range of majors from the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Humanities. The combination of these two degrees provides a broad knowledge base leading to the opportunity for diverse career opportunities both in Australia and overseas.

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Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Commerce
Prerequisites: Refer to the single degrees for prerequisites, except for Applied Mathematics; Applied Statistics; and Industrial Modelling and Optimisation, which require Mathematics 3C/3D or Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D or equivalent. STAT: Not accepted except for entry into the Agriculture; Coastal Zone Management; and Environmental Biology majors. Major elements E, V and Q are considered. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years Campus: Bentley Course Description: This double degree offer students the opportunity to study a wide range of majors from the Faculty of Science with certain majors from the Curtin Business School. The combination of these two degrees provides a broad knowledge base leading to the opportunity for diverse career opportunities both in Australia and overseas. Students who undertake this double degree will enhance their career opportunities by combining high level scientic, analytical skills with an understanding of the practical applications within the business world making them very attractive to future employers. Students can combine any of the science and commerce listed below: Science Majors Agriculture Applied Mathematics Applied Statistics Industrial Modelling and Optimisation Chemistry Coastal Zone Management Environmental Biology Physics Commerce Majors Economics Finance Entrepreneurship

Software Engineering
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Software Engineering) Prerequisites: At least Mathematics 2C/2D. Mathematics 3C/3D desirable. STAT: Not accepted. May be used to meet University English competence requirements combined with other relevant qualications. Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: This course focuses on the understanding and rigorous development of complex software systems, and aims to produce graduates that have the skills to work as part of a team involved in the development of large-scale software that meets the client requirements. The program includes a strong foundation in the related discipline of computer science, but with emphasis on subjects

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relating to software requirements gathering, design, implementation and testing. You will also receive a solid foundation in technical communication skills, professional responsibility, social effects, ethical aspects of software engineering practice, interpersonal relationships, team work and time management. The nal year project is a team-based learning experience of signicant scope, conducted with an industry partner or client. If you meet the entry requirements you may also complete an additional honours year. Career Opportunities: Graduates will be equipped to work as practising software engineering technologists in the computing and information systems business sectors, or you can pursue a research career path in software engineering. This degree prepares you to work in a commercial software development environment. An additional honours year is also available to qualied candidates. Professional Recognition: Professional recognition has been granted by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Surveying
Degree: Bachelor of Surveying Prerequisites: At least Mathematics 2C/2D. Mathematics 3C/3D desirable. STAT: E and Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 4 years full-time Campus: Bentley Course Description: Surveying is a specialist discipline within engineering (sometimes called geomatic engineering or geomatics) that applies high technology and scientic principles to measure, analyse and manage data about the Earths physical shape and engineering structures on it. Surveying provides practical solutions to many areas of industry, especially the resource sector in Western Australia.

Surveyors are experts in land measurement and management and have played a crucial role in major land development and civil engineering projects in Australia since settlement. Modern surveying includes satellite positioning (GPS), laser scanning, airborne and marine navigation, digital mapping, satellite and airborne remote sensing, specialised alignment surveying and land management. Curtin offers the only surveying degree in Western Australia. It calls upon elements from applied mathematics, physics, computing, engineering, science, law and management. As an integral part of the program, you will have access to some of the latest instrumentation and computer software. The fourth year also provides the opportunity for you to specialise in a topic of your choice. Career Opportunities: Good employment opportunities exist for qualied surveyors in Australia. Career options include cadastral/land-boundary surveying, engineering surveying, geodetic surveying, hydrographic surveying, mine surveying, land information management, photogrammetry, precise surveying, remote sensing and many other areas. Graduates are in high demand and many nd employment not only in Australia but internationally. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible for membership of the Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute (SSSI) and the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). After a period of articles, graduates can become licensed surveyors.

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Viticulture and Oenology (Associate Degree)
Degree: Associate Degree in Viticulture and Oenology Prerequisites: None. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 2 years full-time Campus: Bentley (rst year), Margaret River (second year) Course Description: The Associate Degree in Viticulture and Oenology is the rst two years of the Bachelor of Science (Viticulture and Oenology) degree. It provides you with a practical background and scientic understanding of the principles of vineyard management and wine production. Those who successfully complete the rst semester of the associate degree may also apply to be individually assessed for entry into the schools Bachelor of Science in Viticulture and Oenology. In this course, you will undertake basic plant physiology and agronomy, irrigation management, the biology of the grapevine, vineyard establishment and management, wine chemistry and microbiology, wine science, wine production and wine sensory evaluation and water resource management. There are numerous pathways into this course. Career Opportunities: Graduates may nd careers as winemakers and vineyard managers, as well as in the broader brewing industry and the wine industry supply chain. Opportunities exist for you to work within Australia and overseas. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible to join the Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology.

Viticulture and Oenology

Degree: Bachelor of Science (Viticulture and Oenology) Prerequisites: None. At least one course of science from the following list: Biological Sciences 3A/3B, Chemistry 3A/3B, Earth and Environmental Science 3A/3B, Human Biological Science 3A/3B, Integrated Science 3A/3B or Physics 3A/3B are desirable and at least Mathematics 2C/2D desirable. STAT: E and either V or Q Study Mode: F, P Duration: 3 years full-time Campus: Bentley (rst year), Margaret River (second and third year) Course Description: The current and future success of the Australian wine industry is reected in its innovation and rapid adoption of new science and technology. This course provides you with a strong industry and quality focus, taking advantage of its location within the Margaret River wine region. It also has a solid scientic base presented in an industry context, ensuring you are career-ready and in high demand. In this course you will undertake grapevine physiology, vineyard management, irrigation technology, wine chemistry and microbiology, wine production and science, and wine evaluation. The principles and practices of beer brewing are also examined. You will also have the opportunity to apply your theoretical understanding of the viticulture and wine industries through an extensive practical program, interaction with industry and a third-year research project. The course aims to be exible enough for you to work in the industry during your study. Online systems such as Blackboard and i-lectures are available for those requiring exible learning delivery. The start of third year is delayed to enable

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you to undertake a full-time vintage. Wine science and viticulture units are taught by lecturers with signicant practical and/or research experience in the wine industry and there are numerous pathways into this course. Career Opportunities: The wine industry rewards commitment and creativity with opportunities for travel and career development. Australian-trained winemakers have earned an international reputation for their skills and innovation and are in demand around the world. This degree boasts a high level of employment on completion. Graduates nd employment opportunities in vineyards, wineries, support industries and also in research and development organisations. Job opportunities are available locally and overseas, in countries such as New Zealand, Chile, USA, Portugal, France, Spain and South Africa. Graduates travel internationally to complete vintages in both the northern and southern hemispheres. Professional Recognition: Graduates are eligible to join the Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology.

SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING DOUBLE DEGREES Applied Geology and: Environmental Biology; Commerce (Finance); Geophysics; Geographic Information Science Chemical Engineering and: Extractive Metallurgy; Chemistry, Commerce (Economics, Management, Finance) Chemistry and: Extractive Metallurgy Civil and Construction Engineering and: Mining; Commerce (Management) Computer Systems Engineering and: Computer Science; Commerce (Economics, Management, Finance) Computer Science and: Electronic and Communication Engineering; Computer Systems Engineering Electrical Power Engineering and: Physics; Commerce (Economics, Management, Finance) Electronic and Communication Engineering and: Computer Science; Physics; Commerce (Economics, Management, Finance) Environmental Biology and: Applied Geology Geographic Information Science and: Applied Geology; Commerce (Property) Mechanical Engineering and: Commerce (Economics, Management, Finance) Metallurgical Engineering and: Commerce (Management, Finance) Mining Engineering and: Commerce (Management, Finance) Physics and: Electrical Power Engineering; Electronic and Communication Engineering Surveying and: Commerce (Entrepreneurship); Commerce (Property) Bachelor of Science: Bachelor of Arts; Bachelor of Commerce

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