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                        COURSE GUIDE
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A GLOBAL UNIVERSITY

Start your career with a globally recognised degree from a university ranked among the
best in the world.

Curtin University welcomes more than              Curtin University has risen through
56,000 students from all over the world           international university rankings in recent
to its campuses in Australia, Malaysia,           years as its reputation continues to grow.
Singapore, Dubai and Mauritius. Some              The University is now ranked in the top
of our courses allow you to move                  one per cent of universities worldwide in
between campuses during your studies,             the prestigious Academic Ranking of World         Ranked in the top 1 per cent of
providing invaluable personal and                 Universities 2017.                                   universities worldwide
academic opportunities.                                                                                Academic Ranking of World
                                                  Curtin University is also placed 22nd
Established in 1986, Curtin University takes      globally for universities under the age of 50
                                                                                                           Universities, 2017
its name from the widely respected former         in the QS World University Rankings 2018
Prime Minister of Australia, John Curtin,         and received five-stars for overall excellence
and embraces his philosophy to “look ever         in the QS Stars University Ratings.
forward”, instilling a culture of innovation in
its teaching and research.

                                                                                                   Five-star overall excellence rating
   VISION 2030
                                                                                                     QS Stars University Ratings 2018
   A recognised global leader
   in research, education
   and engagement.

   OUR MISSION
   Transform lives and
   communities through
   education and research.

   OUR VALUES                                                                                           Ranked #1 in Australia
   Integrity – to act ethically,                                                                          for global outlook
   honestly and with fairness                                                                         Times Higher Education Young
                                                                                                        University Rankings, 2017
   Respect – to listen, value and
   acknowledge
   Courage – to lead, take
   responsibility and question
   Excellence – to strive for
   excellence and distinction
   Impact – to empower, enable                                                                       Most collaborative university
   and inspire                                                                                               in Australia
                                                                                                           Nature Index, 2016
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Singapore

                                                                                                                    curtin.edu.sg

Study in one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities and receive a quality education at
Curtin's Singapore campus.

Curtin Singapore, established in 2008,         FEE PROTECTION SCHEME
gives students access to a flexible, superb    One important aspect of the EduTrust
education in one of the world’s most           framework is the Fee Protection Scheme
cosmopolitan cities. Students at Curtin        (FPS). Compulsory for both international
Singapore can expect to build life skills,     and local students, the FPS serves to
join an international community and                                                           Identical certificate awarded
                                               protect students against the loss of tuition
become part of a forward-thinking culture                                                      in both Singapore and Australia
                                               fees due to malpractice by the course
committed to sharing innovative ideas.         providers and in the event that a private
                                                                                                          campuses
Whether you study at Curtin Singapore or       education institution (PEI) is unable to
Perth, you can graduate with the skills to     continue operations due to insolvency and/
launch your career anywhere in the world.      or regulatory closure.

CAMPUS LOCATION AND FACILITIES                 PEI-STUDENT CONTRACT
Curtin Singapore is located 10 minutes         The PEI-Student Contract is a legally
from the central business district and has     binding contract between Curtin
a wide range of facilities that make student   Singapore and Curtin Singapore
life more convenient and productive.           students that embodies the following
Lifestyle facilities include on-campus food    mandatory requirements:
outlets, student lounges, gymnasium and
                                               • clear definition of course details—             Flexible transfer option
basketball court, while academic facilities
such as the library, campus-wide wireless        course title, the qualification awarded,       between Singapore and Perth
internet and computer labs support your          course duration                                        campuses
learning experience.                           • full disclosure of all costs for tuition/
                                                 non-tuition fees
COMMITTEE FOR                                  • clear definition of the refund policy
PRIVATE EDUCATION                              • clear definition of dispute resolution
The Committee for Private Education              mechanisms.
(CPE) is part of SkillsFuture Singapore        Curtin Singapore students will be issued
(SSG) and governs private education in         with a comprehensive PEI-Student Contract
Singapore. Curtin Singapore fully supports     with their Letter of Offer.
the legislation and works strictly within
the EduTrust framework. Curtin Singapore       For more information about the Committee
                                               for Private Education, EduTrust, the Fee
                                                                                                   Fast track programs
has achieved EduTrust Certification and
                                               Protection Scheme and the PEI-Student          through trimester academic year
implemented mandatory requirements
such as Fee Protection Scheme and the use      Contract, please visit cpe.gov.sg
of a PEI-Student Contract as required by
the CPE.

                                                                                                  Practical coursework
                                                                                              ensuring industry ready graduates

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EXPERIENCE THE MOST LIVEABLE
    CITY IN SOUTH-EAST ASIA

    Singapore is a city where the young and ambitious thrive, it’s a land where cultures blend, opportunities abound, and the nightlife is
    exhilarating and vibrant.

    Gain an excellent education from Curtin         Packed with concerts and exciting
    Singapore and enjoy the lifestyle of one of     entertainment options, Singapore’s vibrant
    the world’s most dynamic cities.                events calendar means that there is always
                                                    something to do on this sunny island.
    Singapore offers a unique concentration
                                                    Annual highlights include the multicultural
    of different leisure experiences to enhance
                                                    dance, music and visual feast at Chingay
    your education journey, from its distinctive
                                                    Parade and the spectacular fireworks finale
    cultures and dining experiences, to a vibrant
                                                    at Marina Bay Singapore countdown party.
    arts scene and world class shopping venues.
    From the big swanky malls in Orchard Road,      STAY IN TOUCH WITH THE PEOPLE
    Singapore’s main shopping precinct, to the      YOU LOVE
    smaller boutiques in Haji Lane or Ann Siang
                                                    Since Singapore is located in the same time
    Road, and even culture shopping precincts
                                                    zone as cities like Malaysia, Hong Kong,
    in Kampong Glam, Joo Chiat and Little
                                                    Beijing and Kuala Lumpur, it’s convenient to
    India, Singapore has a variety of shopping
                                                    contact your loved ones while you study.
    choices throughout the island to suit every
    shoppers’ needs.                                Alternatively, why not catch the next flight
                                                    home? Singapore’s international airport is
    ENJOY SOME OF THE WORLD’S BEST                  well served by flights connecting the region
    FOOD AND ENTERTAINMENT                          with the world. Frequent flights and a broad
                                                    choice of airlines mean it couldn’t be easier
    A nation of food enthusiasts, the
                                                    for you to visit home.
    city’s culinary landscape has evolved
    tremendously in recent years and has
    expanded in range and variety. Beyond           TRANSPORT AND GETTING AROUND
    the astounding array of authentic street        Transportation within Singapore is a breeze.
    food and an emerging scene of innovative        A well-connected public transport system
    new dining concepts at a vast range of          and road network enables easy access to
    price points, Singapore is also home to         Singapore’s world-class attractions such as
    interesting venues that provide hands-on        Singapore Zoo, Gardens by the Bay, Clarke
    culinary experiences. In Singapore, food        Quay and Universal Studios, as well as
    forms a central part of culture and is always   excellent shopping opportunities.
    accessible no matter where you are.

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China Town

LIVING COSTS IN SINGAPORE
Your day-to-day living costs will vary
based on your tastes, interests and
financial position. You should plan a
budget to suit your needs, but make sure
it is flexible enough to allow for changes.
Singapore is a large city with a range of
options to suit the lifestyle you choose.

 LIVING EXPENSES          (SGD$)
 Accommodation           $700 to $2,000
                         per month
 Public transport        $100 to $150
                         per month
 Food                    $450 to $750
                         per month
 Communication           $30 to $220
                         per month
 Recreation              $200 to $500
                         per month

Source: www.contactsingapore.sg/en/investors-
business-owners/why-singapore/about-singapore/
cost-of-living-calculator, March 2018. These tables
are intended as a guide only. Prices are accurate at the
time of publication and are subject to change. For more
information about living and studying in Singapore,
visit curtin.edu.sg.

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LIFE AT CURTIN

    With so much to see, do and experience, university life can be an exciting and fulfilling experience. To ensure it’s not a daunting one,
    Curtin offers a range of services and support programs to make your time at university enjoyable, inclusive and productive.

    CAREER                                         COMMUNITY                                       WELLBEING
    ALUMNI                                         STUDENT COMMITTEE                               ACCOMMODATION
    Join a thriving Curtin alumni and build        This dedicated body of selected students        We know how important safe, comfortable
    valuable connections to help you succeed in    organise and run activities for all students    and convenient housing is for students,
    today’s competitive global market.             both on and off campus. If you are interested   which is why we are here to help. Upon
    alumni.curtin.edu.au                           in volunteering and becoming a part of the      accepting your offer, you can request an
                                                   Student Committee, you can submit an            accommodation booking form to explain
    Student Career Centre                          email application.                              your preference in advance.
    The centre’s staff will equip you with new     studentcomm@curtin.edu.sg                       accommodations@curtin.edu.sg
    skills and knowledge to improve how you
    communicate with future employers. The         STUDENT ACTIVITIES                              COUNSELLING SERVICES
    centre can also connect you to industry,       There is a wide range of activities             Counselling is available to all Curtin
    allowing you the opportunity to gain greater   provided, from trips to Gardens by the          Singapore students, to discuss issues
    exposure and learn from the experience of      Bay and Universal Studios to adventurous        of concern that may not be easily
    working professionals.                         expeditions such as kayaking and cycling at     communicated with family or friends. The
    careers@curtin.edu.sg                          Pulau Ubin. If you are looking for something    Curtin Singapore Counselling Service is
                                                   challenging, you can take part in the many      independent, confidential and free to all
                                                   competitions we organise, such as pool,         students. The service allows students to
                                                   basketball and charity runs.                    seek advice on academic matters, study
                                                   campusevents@curtin.edu.sg                      and learning strategies, career and course
                                                                                                   changes, cross-cultural and personal issues.
                                                                                                   counselling@curtin.edu.sg

                                                                                                   GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
                                                                                                   Curtin has official procedures in place
                                                                                                   to assist students in resolving concerns
                                                                                                   about academic and other matters
                                                                                                   which are set out in the Curtin Singapore
                                                                                                   Student Handbook.
                                                                                                   feedback@curtin.edu.sg

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COURSE TYPES

Graduate career-ready with a Curtin bachelor degree or see where your career could take you with a postgraduate qualification.

PATHWAY                                                                                    CURTIN COLLEGE DIPLOMA
If you don't meet our minimum entry requirements, you may                                  If you don’t meet the University’s academic entry requirements,
complete a program at Navitas English, Curtin College or both.                             Curtin College offers an option to transition from a diploma
These pathways enable you to study at a number of different levels                         straight into the second year of the corresponding Curtin University
and progress to an Undergraduate or postgraduate course at Curtin                          bachelor program in Commerce or Mass Communication.
Singapore.
                                                                                           Curtin College Diploma progression pathway
NAVITAS ENGLISH
If you don't meet the English language entry score required for your
program, consider first taking the Diploma of English for Academic
Purposes program at Navitas English. The Diploma consists of five
10-week modules: three General English modules and two Academic                                                                                             Year 3 Degree
English modules.                                                                                                                                             (8 months)

Diploma of English for Academic Purposes progression pathway                                                                                                Year 2 Degree
                                                                                                                                                             (8 months)

                                                                                                                            Diploma (Stage 2)               Year 1 Degree
                                                                                                                               (8 months)                    (8 months)

                                                                                                  Year 12                   Diploma (Stage 1)
                                                                                              (or equivalent)                  (8 months)

       Academic English 3                                Curtin College                           Year 11
           10 weeks
                                                      pathway programs1,                      (or equivalent)
                                                       Curtin University
                                                                                           Students progressing from Diploma of Commerce to Bachelor of Commerce (Management and
                                                      undergraduate and                    Human Resource Management) are required to complete two additional units (four months).
       Academic English 2
           10 weeks                                 postgraduate programs2
                                                                                           Refer to page 8 for more details on entry requirements.

                                                                                           UNDERGRADUATE
                      General English 3
                  (Intermediate) 10 weeks                                                  BACHELOR DEGREE
                                                                                           A bachelor degree is the first degree earned at a university. At Curtin,
                                                                                           it is awarded for completing an undergraduate course of study.
                           General English 2
                     (Pre-intermediate) 10 weeks
                                                                                           POSTGRADUATE
                                                                                           GRADUATE CERTIFICATE
                                  General English 1
                               (Elementary) 10 weeks                                       As a short vocationally-oriented program, graduate certificate
                                                                                           courses are designed to develop skills in a specialised area of study.
1. On successful completion of Academic English 2 with a minimum 50 per cent passing       GRADUATE DIPLOMA
mark for Diploma (Stage 1) (IELTS 5.5 with no band below 5.0) or Diploma of Commerce
(Stage 2) (IELTS 5.5 with no band below 5.5) and completion of Academic English 3 with a   The graduate diploma is a specialised, vocationally orientated award
minimum 50 per cent passing mark for Diploma of Arts and Creative Industries (Stage 2)     usually completed in two trimesters. Entry is usually based on
(IELTS 6.0 with no band below 6.0).
                                                                                           completion of a bachelor degree.
2. On successful completion of Academic English 3 with a minimum 65 per cent passing
mark for bachelor and master degrees (IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0).                   MASTER DEGREE
                                                                                           A school may accept you into a master degree provided you hold
                                                                                           appropriate qualifications as decided by the head of school.

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PROGRAM LISTINGS

    For the latest course information, visit curtin.edu.sg.

                                                                                                                                            TOTAL INDICATIVE COURSE FEE SGD$

    COURSE NAME
                                                                                                                                            INTERNATIONAL    DOMESTIC
                                                                                                   DURATION    INTAKE          STUDY MODE
                                                                                                                                            STUDENTS         STUDENTS

    BUSINESS

    Diploma of Commerce (Stage 1)                                                                  8 months    Feb, Jul, Nov   Full-time    13,400           9,380

    Diploma of Commerce (Stage 2)                                                                  8 months    Feb, Jul, Nov   Full-time    17,280           12,096

    Bachelor of Commerce                                                                           2 years     Feb, Jul, Nov   Full-time    51,840           36,288
    Single majors in:                                   Double majors in:
    – Accounting                                        – Accounting and Banking
    – Finance                                           – Accounting and Finance
    – International Business                            – Banking and Finance
    – Logistics and Supply Chain Management            – Finance and Management
    – Management                                        – Finance and Marketing
    – Marketing                                         – Logistics and Supply Chain Management
                                                           and Marketing
                                                        – Management and Marketing
                                                        – Management and
                                                          Human Resource Management
                                                        – Marketing and Advertising

    Master of Business Administration (Global)                                                     16 months   Feb, Jul        Full-time    46,080           46,080

    Master of International Business                                                               1 year      Feb, Jul, Nov   Full-time    34,560           34,560

    Master of Supply Chain Management                                                              1 year      Feb, Jul, Nov   Full-time    32,256           32,256

    ARTS AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

    Diploma of Arts and Creative Industries (Stage 1)                                              8 months    Feb, Jul, Nov   Full-time    13,400           9,380

    Diploma of Arts and Creative Industries (Stage 2)                                              8 months    Feb, Jul, Nov   Full-time    17,280           12,096

    Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) (Top-up)                                                 16 months   Feb, Jul, Nov   Full-time    34,560           24,192

    HEALTH SCIENCES
    Bachelor of Science (Nursing) Conversion Program for Registered Nurses (Top-up)                2 years     Feb, Jul        Part-time    N/A              19,344

    Graduate Certificate in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Practice                                  8 months    Feb             Part-time    N/A              8,300

    Graduate Diploma in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Practice                                      16 months   Feb             Part-time    N/A              18,900

    Master of Science (Health Practice) Clinical Leadership Major                                  2 years     Feb, Jul        Part-time    N/A              31,800
                                                                                                   4 months

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1.   All fees are inclusive of seven per cent GST.
 NON-TUITION FEES (SGD$)                        INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS                 DOMESTIC STUDENTS                  PAYABLE
                                                                                                                                             2.   The tuition fee (shown in Singaporean dollars)
 Administration fee                             500                                    150                                Once only               listed are indicative and subject to annual
                                                                                                                                                  increases, and charged on a trimester or
 Medical insurance*                             46.01                                  46.01                              Annual
                                                                                                                                                  semester basis. The tuition fees are based on
 Fee Protection Scheme insurance#               Approximately 0.7%                     Approximately 0.7%                 Per course              a normal full-time workload of 100 credits per
                                                                                                                                                  trimester or part-time workload of 50 credits per
 *    Curtin Singapore has in place a medical insurance scheme for all its students as required by CPE under EduTrust certification               semester unless otherwise stated. The indicative
      scheme. Local students can opt out of the medical insurance if students can provide proof of adequate medical insurance coverage.           fee is a guide as to what the actual tuition fee will
      For more information, visit curtin.edu.sg                                                                                                   be, as the actual tuition fee is not calculated until
 #    The Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) insurance aims to protect students’ paid fees in accordance with a master insurance policy,                 enrolment is completed. To calculate the actual
      standard student contract and the Curtin Singapore refund policy. For more information on the Curtin Singapore Refund Policy,               course fee, you can refer to the unit (subject) fee
      please visit curtin.edu.sg or contact finance@curtin.edu.sg.                                                                                that is listed at curtin.edu.sg.

INDICATIVE CUT-OFF SCORES

              GCE
GCE           A-LEVELS/
                                                                                                  UNITED
O-LEVELS/     STPM          UEC         IB       INDONESIA     VIETNAM      INDIA      CHINA                  IELTS          OTHERS                                REMARKS
                                                                                                  STATES
SPM           (BEST OF 2
              SUBJECTS)

4 passes      N/A           4 passes    18       SMA2 70       Year 11      10+1       SM2 70     HSD         5.5 (5.0)      N/A                                   N/A
                                                               60           50                    GPA2.0

N/A           2             2 Bs and    20       SMA3 60       Year 12      10+2       SM3 70     SAT 750     5.5 (5.5)      N/A                                   N/A
                            2 Cs                               60           55

N/A           5             15          24       SMA3 80       Year 12      ISC 60     Gao Kao    SAT 1000    6.5 (6.0)      N/A                                   Students progressing from
                                                               80                      67                                                                          Diploma of Commerce (Stage 2)
                                                                                                                                                                   course duration is 16 months
                                                                                                                                                                   and course fee is
                                                                                                                                                                   pro-rated accordingly.

N/A           N/A           N/A         N/A      N/A           N/A          N/A        N/A        N/A         6.5 (6.0)      A bachelor degree in any              Applicants with a bachelor
                                                                                                                             discipline from a recognised          degree in a relevant discipline
                                                                                                                             university, with up to 3 years'       may be eligible for a maximum
                                                                                                                             work experience.                      of 100 credits of Credit for
                                                                                                                                                                   Recognised Learning

N/A           N/A           N/A         N/A      N/A           N/A          N/A        N/A        N/A         6.5 (6.0)      A bachelor degree from a              N/A
                                                                                                                             recognised university.

N/A           N/A           N/A         N/A      N/A           N/A          N/A        N/A        N/A         6.5 (6.0)      A bachelor degree in a relevant       N/A
                                                                                                                             discipline from a recognised
                                                                                                                             university.

4 passes      N/A           4 passes    18       SMA2 70       Year 11      10+1       SM2 70     HSD         5.5 (5.0)      N/A                                   N/A
                                                               60           50                    GPA 2.0
                            2 Bs and    20       SMA3 60       Year 12      10+2       SM3 70     SAT 750
N/A           2                                                                                               6.0 (6.0)      N/A                                   N/A
                            2 Cs                               60           55
                                                                                                                             A polytechnic diploma in a
                                                                                                                                                                   This is a top-up program and
                                                                                                                             relevant discipline or Diploma
N/A           N/A           N/A         N/A      N/A           N/A          N/A        N/A        N/A         6.5 (6.0)                                            covers year two and year three
                                                                                                                             of Arts and Creative Industries
                                                                                                                                                                   of the full degree program.
                                                                                                                             (Stage 2).

N/A           N/A           N/A         N/A      N/A           N/A          N/A        N/A        N/A         7.0 (6.5)      Graduate of a 3-year Diploma          This is a top-up program and
                                                                                                                             in Nursing recognised by Curtin       covers final year of the full
                                                                                                                             University.                           degree program. Applicant
                                                                                                                                                                   must have current registration
                                                                                                                                                                   as a registered nurse with the
                                                                                                                                                                   Singapore Nursing Board.
N/A           N/A           N/A         N/A      N/A           N/A          N/A        N/A        N/A         7.0 (7.0)      A bachelor degree in nursing          Applicant must have current
                                                                                                                             from a recognised university          registration as a registered nurse
                                                                                                                             with a course weighted average        with the Singapore Nursing
                                                                                                                             of 70%.                               Board.
N/A           N/A           N/A         N/A      N/A           N/A          N/A        N/A        N/A         7.0 (7.0)      Graduate Certificate in Wound,        Applicant must have current
                                                                                                                             Ostomy and Continence                 registration as a registered nurse
                                                                                                                             Practice with a minimum course        with the Singapore Nursing
                                                                                                                             weighted average of 70% or a          Board. Applicants with Graduate
                                                                                                                             bachelor degree in nursing from       Certificate in Wound, Ostomy
                                                                                                                             a recognised university with a        and Continence Practice will be
                                                                                                                             course weighted average of 70%.       eligible for a maximum of 100
                                                                                                                                                                   credits of Credit for Recognised
                                                                                                                                                                   Learning.
N/A           N/A           N/A         N/A      N/A           N/A          N/A        N/A        N/A         7.0 (7.0)      A bachelor degree in a relevant       Students, Doctors, Nurses or
                                                                                                                             discipline from a recognised          Allied Health practitioners
                                                                                                                             university with a minimum             are required to be currently
                                                                                                                             course weighted average of 70%.       registered with their appropriate
                                                                                                                                                                   registering authority in
                                                                                                                                                                   Singapore, or eligible for
                                                                                                                                                                   registration in their home
                                                                                                                                                                   country.

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ACADEMIC ENTRY
    REQUIREMENTS

     INDICATIVE ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
     COUNTRY /
                         DIPLOMA (STAGE 1)                             DIPLOMA (STAGE 2)                             BACHELOR
     QUALIFICATION
     Brunei              General Certificate of Education Ordinary     Two points from two GCE Advanced Level        Three passes (Grade C or better) in the GCE O level and two passes (minimum of
                         Level (GCE O Level) with four passes.         (A Level) subjects                            five points) in the GCE Advanced Level Exam.
     China               Senior Middle two (Gao Er) with               Senior Middle three (Gao San) with            Successful completion of the National College Entrance Examination (NCEE
                         minimum average of 70% OR Hui Kao             minimum average of 70% from four              or also known as Gao Kao) and obtain an aggregate of the required individual
                         with minimum average of 60%.                  academic subjects.                            subjects which is equivalent to 67% of the overall maximum score, or a grade of
                                                                                                                     322/480, 422/630, 503/750, 543/810 or 603/900.
     Hong Kong           Form 5 with a minimum average of 50%.         Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary                HKDSE minimum 15 points from the best five subjects with minimum grade 4
                                                                       Education (HKDSE) with minimum 10             in English Language.
                                                                       points from four Category A subjects.
     India               India Senior School 10+1 with minimum         India Senior School 10+2 with minimum         Successful completion of the Indian School Certificate (ISC) awarded by Council
                         average of 50%.                               average of 55% from four academic             for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) OR all India Senior School
                                                                       subjects.                                     Certificate awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) with
                                                                                                                     a grade average of 60% in the best four subjects OR Higher Secondary School
                                                                                                                     Certificate (Standard Year 12 Qualification) awarded by one of the recognized
                                                                                                                     Higher Secondary Education Boards in India with a grade average of 65% in the
                                                                                                                     best five subjects.
     Indonesia           Ijazah Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) 2          SMA 3 with minimum average of 60%             Successful completion of SMA (Certificate of Completion from Academic Senior
                         with minimum average of 70%.                  (school exam) and completion of UNAS          Secondary School) with minimum average of 80% and completion of UNAS
                                                                       (national exam).                              (national exam).
     International       Year 1 of International Baccalaureate (IB)    Completion of the IB Diploma with a           Completion of the IB Diploma with a minimum of 24 points from six subjects.
     Baccalaureate       Diploma with a minimum of 18 points           minimum of 20 points from six subjects.       Three of the subjects must be at the higher level and one of the six subjects
     (IB)                from four subjects.                                                                         must be English. Results from retake subjects are acceptable.

     Korea               High School Year 2 with Rank 5.               High School Year 3 with Rank 6.               High School Diploma with a score of 300 (75%) in the National University
                                                                                                                     Entrance Examination (College Scholastic Ability Test) (CSAT).
     Malaysia            Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), Form          Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan (Malay medium) Two STPM passes with minimum one grade B and one grade C+ and three
                         5 OR Malaysian Unified Examination            (STPM) with minimum CGPA/NGMP of 2        SPM credit passes OR UEC with 15 points aggregated from the best five
                         Certificate (UEC) with minimum four           from two relevant subjects (no grade less academic subjects.
                         passes.                                       than C or NGMP 2.00) OR UEC with two
                                                                       grade B and two grade C.
     Myanmar             Matriculation Examination with                Cert IV from YIUS or EduLink.                 Successful completion of two years full-time study of a three years Bachelor
                         minimum average of 55%.                                                                     degree (in in arts, economics, commerce and management, foreign languages,
                                                                                                                     and science (including computer science)) OR one year full-time study of a
                                                                                                                     four years Bachelor degree (in community health, education, law, nursing,
                                                                                                                     paramedical sciences, pharmacy, technology (including computer technology
                                                                                                                     and nautical technology)) at a Section 1 Higher education institution listed on
                                                                                                                     AEI CEP.
     Singapore           General Certificate of Education Ordinary     Two points from two GCE H2 Level              Five points from two GCE H2 Level subjects OR successful completion of a
                         Level (GCE O Level) with minimum              subjects OR Higher NiTec passing              polytechnic diploma.
                         four passes OR completion of Nitec            grade C.
                         qualification.
     Taiwan              Senior Middle 2 (Gao Er) with minimum         Senior High School Diploma with               Successful completion of a diploma from a recognized Junior College.
                         average of 60% from five subjects.            minimum average of 70%
     Thailand            Matayom 5 with minimum GPA 2.5.               Matayom 6 (or Certificate of Secondary        Successful completion of one year full-time study of a four years Bachelor
                                                                       Education) with minimum GPA 2.0.              degree at one of the Section 1 Higher Education institutions OR one year full-
                                                                                                                     time study of a four years Bachelor degree with at least Grade of 3.0 (or Good or
                                                                                                                     Grade B) out of 4.0 at one of the Section 2 Higher Education institutions listed
                                                                                                                     on AEI CEP.
     United States       High School Diploma (HSD) with                HSD & SAT with minimum score of               HSD with a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 (or an average grade of B) and SAT with
                         minimum GPA 2.0.                              750/1600 OR American College Test             minimum score of 1000/1600 from the same sitting (a minimum of 400 in
                                                                       (ACT) with minimum score of 17.               Evidence-based Reading and Writing section, and 400 in Math section) OR a
                                                                                                                     composite score of 21 or better in the American College Test (ACT) OR a grade
                                                                                                                     point score of 6 from two College Board Advanced Placement (AP) examinations.
     Vietnam             Year 11 with minimum average of 6.0.          Year 12 (Tot nghiep Trung hoc Pho thong) Completion of the Bang Tu tai or Bang Tot nghiep Pho thong Trung hoc (Vietnamese
                                                                       with minimum average of 6.0.             Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma) with at least 8.00 in the score for
                                                                                                                graduation evaluation.
     Entry is competitive and levels higher than the minimum may be required for admission to some courses. Students from countries not listed should contact Curtin Singapore for further details.

     MINIMUM ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
     ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEST                           DIPLOMA (STAGE 1)                                 DIPLOMA (STAGE 2)                             BACHELOR / MASTER
     IELTS (International English Language
     Testing System)
     - Writing and Speaking                          5.0                                               5.5/6.0*                                      6.0
     - Reading and Listening                         5.0                                               5.5/6.0*                                      6.0
     - Overall Band Score                            5.5                                               5.5/6.0*                                      6.5
     TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign             54 (R7, L6, S15, W17)                             54 (R12, L11, S17, W20)/70 (R13, L12,         79 (R13, L13, S18, W21)
     Language) IBT                                                                                     S18, W21)*
     Pearson Test of English Academic                42 (no score less than 36)                        42 (no score less than 42) / 50 (no score     58 (no score less than 50)
                                                                                                       less than 50)*
     GCE O Level English/SPM 1119 English            Grade C                                           Grade C                                       Grade C
     GCE A Level English/General Paper               Grade E                                           Grade E                                       Grade E
     Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Grade 2                                                  Grade 2/3*                                    Grade 4
     (HKDSE) English as a core subject

    * Higher English entry only applies to the Diploma of Arts and Creative Industries (Stage 2) program.

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The following information is relevant to you if
                                                                                                           you are applying directly to Curtin Singapore.
                                                                                                           If you are using the services of a Curtin
APPLICATION PROCESS                                                                                        registered agent, you should lodge your
                                                                                                           application via the agent and contact them with
                                                                                                           any queries throughout the admission process.

APPLY                                                                                                     1                    AWAIT YOUR OFFER                              2
APPLY ONLINE                                                                                                                   Assessment of your application takes
Visit apply.curtin.edu.sg                                                                                                      one to two weeks.

Documents to be submitted with the application:                                                                                If we require further documents to
                                                                                                                               assess your application, they will be
• Certified copies of all your previous                    • Identification documents (e.g.                                    requested from you.
  qualifications (e.g. academic                              NRIC, working pass, or passport).
  transcripts, grading system                              • Evidence of change of name                                        Assessment of your application will
  descriptions and award certificates).                      (if applicable).                                                  be delayed until we receive these
• English language entry requirements                                                                                          documents.
  such as academic IELTS and TOEFL
                                                                                                                               CREDITS FOR RECOGNISED
  (if applicable).
                                                                                                                               LEARNING (CRL)
                                                                                                                                e will not be able to assess CRL
                                                                                                                               W
                                                                                                                               for previous studies without an
                                                                                                                               application and certified copies of all

RECEIVE YOUR OFFER                                                                                       3                     your academic transcripts/statement
                                                                                                                              of marks and award certificates
                                                                                                                              to date.
Your offer package consists of:
• Letter of Offer                    • Acceptance of                      • Standard PEI-Student                               CRL is granted at the discretion of the
                                       Offer form                           Contract                                           school/faculty.

ACCEPT YOUR OFFER                                         Step 3
                                                          Read and understand all terms
                                                                                                         4                       APPLY FOR YOUR VISA                         5
STEPS TO ACCEPT YOUR OFFER                                and conditions stated in the Standing
                                                                                                                                 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
                                                          PEI-Student Contract before signing it.
Step 1                                                                                                                           Your Student’s Pass will be applied
                                                          Local students may sign the contract
Read your Letter of Offer carefully,                                                                                             by the Admissions Office and
                                                          on campus with an Admissions Officer
ensuring all personal information                                                                                                the application process takes
                                                          and international students will be
and course details are correct.                                                                                                  approximately two to four weeks.
                                                          provided with a video guide to explain
Step 2                                                    the key elements of the contract.                                      Upon approval, your In-Principle
Meet all conditions on your                                                                                                      Approval (IPA) letter will be sent to
                                                          Step 4
Letter of Offer if applicable.                                                                                                   you through email.
                                                          Make payment for your course
                                                          fees and provide proof of payment,                                     The duration of your Student’s Pass
                                                          including your full name and student                                   will vary depending on your course.
                                                          ID number to finance@curtin.edu.sg

 ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR SEMESTERS 2018/19* (NURSING)                                                                        NAVITAS ENGLISH 2018/19*

                                    SEMESTER 2, 2018           SEMESTER 1, 2019           SEMESTER 2, 2019                                                 INTAKES
   Applications close               2 weeks before orientation                                                               Diploma of English for        2 Apr#, 14 May,
                                                                                                                             Academic Purposes             30 Jul, 15 Oct,
   Orientation week                 16 Jul                     11 Feb                     15 Jul
                                                                                                                                                           12 Nov#, 7 Jan
   Semester commences               30 Jul                     25 Feb                     29 Jul
   Semester ends                    23 Nov                     21 Jun                     22 Nov                           # For students studying 10 weeks only.

 ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR TRIMESTERS 2018/19*
                                   TRIMESTER 2A, 2018           TRIMESTER 3A, 2018            TRIMESTER 1A, 2019 TRIMESTER 2A, 2019                    TRIMESTER 3A, 2019
  Applications close               2 weeks before orientation
  Orientation week                 2 Jul                        29 Oct                        18 Feb                     1 Jul                         28 Oct
  Trimester commences              9 Jul                        5 Nov                         25 Feb                     8 Jul                         4 Nov
  Trimester ends                   19 Oct                       8 Feb 2019                    21 Jun                     18 Oct                        7 Feb 2020

 Courses at Curtin Singapore are taught on either a semester or trimester basis. * All dates are subject to change and may vary depending on the course.

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CONTACT US

ADMISSIONS OFFICE
This is a great place to start if you have questions about studying at Curtin Singapore.
We can offer advice via phone or email, or if you’re in Singapore, come in for a face-to-face conversation.
Tel: +65 6593 8000
Email: info@curtin.edu.sg
Web: curtin.edu.sg

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