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Curtin University

Kent Street, Bentley, Western Australia 6102 Australia
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Institution Overview

Institution details and overview.

About the Institution

Curtin University is a major public research university located in Bentley (Perth), Western Australia, with a global presence and strong industry-connections. It is known for its high-impact research, emphasis on employability and innovative learning environments.

University Type

Public research university

Establishment Year
  • Founded in 1966 as Western Australian Institute of Technology
  • University status granted in 1986 as Curtin University
Educational Focus
  • Engineering, mining & resources, surveying and applied sciences
  • Health and medical sciences, allied health, nursing
  • Business, law, creative industries, humanities
  • Information technology, digital innovation and data science
Accreditations
  • Registered with TEQSA as an Australian University.
  • AQF alignment: Awards qualifications under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
  • Professional accreditations for specific programs (e.g., engineering by Engineers Australia).
Rankings
  • QS World University Rankings 2026: #183 globally
Highlights
  • Rated very highly for employability and graduate outcomes.
  • Research strength in mining engineering (ranked #5 in the world for Mining Engineering).
  • Strong infrastructure and global footprint with campuses and partnerships in Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai, Mauritius.