Curtin College

Moving to Perth for your studies?

Setting yourself up before you arrive can make your transition much easier.

Here are a few things to organise before starting your Curtin College journey:

✔️ Secure your accommodation as early as possible
✔️ Create a budget for rent, food, transport and everyday expenses
✔️ Arrange an Australian bank account
✔️ Purchase an Australian SIM card after arrival
✔️ Pack important items such as laptop chargers, a plug adapter and clothing suitable for the season

Your Perth student life starts with good preparation. Save this checklist and refer back to it before your departure.

From navigating a content-heavy major in a second language to becoming a high-achiever, Ngoc Ha Ni Do (Lily)’s journey is a testament to resilience, connection and passion for learning. 🎓

Now studying at Curtin University after graduating from Curtin College, Lily reflects on the challenges she overcame, the friendships she built and the lecturers who inspired her along the way.

Her message to future students:
Don’t be afraid to ask questions, make connections and embrace every opportunity.

Watch Lily’s inspiring story - part 2 and discover how support, determination and community can shape your study journey. 💛

Preparing to study at Curtin College?

Before you arrive in Australia, make sure you have completed these important steps:

✔️ Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months
✔️ Apply for your student visa after receiving your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
✔️ Prepare your key documents, including your CoE, OSHC, academic transcripts and identification documents
✔️ Regularly check your emails for important Orientation and enrolment information

Save this checklist to help make your arrival and transition to student life as smooth as possible.

We look forward to welcoming you to Curtin College soon! ✈️💛

Starting university in a new country comes with challenges — but the right environment can make the transition smoother and more rewarding.

Ngoc Ha Ni Do (Lily), an international student from Vietnam, shares how studying at Curtin College helped her adapt to a new learning system, build confidence and prepare for success at Curtin University.

After completing her Diploma of Health Science at Curtin College, Lily is now continuing her studies in Laboratory Medicine at Curtin University.

She highlights the benefits of smaller class sizes, approachable lecturers and a supportive learning environment that helped her settle into both university life and living in Australia.

Thank you for sharing your journey with us, Lily 💛

✨ What a day at Curtin Open Day! ✨

The Bentley campus was buzzing with future students, families, fun activities, and amazing energy all day long 💛 From free matcha, San Churros, cookies and custom key chains to campus tours, accommodation tours and faculty booths, there was so much to explore!

At Curtin College, we loved meeting prospective students and parents through our information session and the conversations at our booth. We shared how Curtin College supports students through diploma pathways leading directly into Curtin University, while also providing personalised academic support, student services, and a supportive learning environment designed to help students transition confidently into university life.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our information session and booth — we can’t wait to welcome many of you to Curtin College soon!

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What an incredible two nights at Creatures on Campus ✨🐅

The Curtin campus came alive after dark as students, families, and the wider community stepped into a glowing world of larger-than-life creatures.

From roaming puppets and giant animatronics to live wildlife and immersive experiences, there was something for everyone to explore and enjoy.

At Curtin College, we’re proud to be part of a vibrant campus that brings people together through unique and memorable experiences.

Were you there? 👇

Meet Daniel Rojas, a Diploma of Computing student at Curtin College 👨‍💻

He built a neural network project that generates Spanish-to-English subtitles, completely on his own.

It all started with a simple frustration - the existing translation tools weren’t accurate enough to share Spanish content with his friends. So, he decided to create his own solution.

“The biggest challenge? Integration — getting different systems to work together took weeks to figure out.”

With support from his lecturers and the opportunity to showcase his work, Daniel turned an idea into something real.