Curtin University Courses

This research course provides an opportunity to undertake a significant study in an area of mathematical Sciences. Areas of research usually reflect research interests of staff in one of the areas of applied mathematics, discrete mathematics, numerical analysis, operations research and statistics.

What you'll learn Develop cognitive and technical skills for the application of knowledge, concepts and principles in the discipline, as a foundation for undergraduate study.

This double degree major will equip you with the linguistic skills and cultural competence to work in China-related areas and in China. Spoken by 1.3 billion people, Chinese is the world's most spoken first language.

This specialisation explores global food security, migration, human geography and adaptation to hazards. A range of topics will be examined through case studies from Australia, its region and worldwide.

This major sits within the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree. Mining engineering is a profession that is characterised by rapid scientific and industry advancement. Mining engineers typically use the latest technologies to extract minerals from the earth safely and efficiently.

The Science (Physics) Education Major prepares students with content and pedagogical knowledge to teach in the Physics subject area in Year 11 and 12 as well as across the Science curriculum area from Years 7 to 12.

Banking and finance professionals use analytical knowledge and skills to help clients find financial solutions, start new businesses or expand existing ones. They work in corporate finance, financial markets, managed funds and superannuation, or in retail banking and private wealth management.

Data scientists collate and analyse large volumes of data and communicate their findings to a range of audiences. Their ability to use big data to predict future trends is becoming an essential part of decision-making in business and government.

Chemical, or 'process', engineering involves finding the best sequence of chemical and physical processing operations, and the right operating conditions, to convert raw materials into higher-value products.

Geographers are social and physical scientists who continually improve our understanding of the human and physical environments in which we live. Curtin's Geography double degree major explores the relationships between people, places and environments.

This major prepares you for comprehensive opportunities in the expanding screen-based media industry. You will be able to develop and enhance your passion for creative media production and storytelling - skills that are sought after in diverse industry areas.

Curtin has a reputation for producing highly skilled journalists able to research, investigate and report on topics across mainstream and independent media platforms.