About Curtin University

Build on your business and management expertise and gain a pathway to your MBA – even if you don’t have a university degree.

Achieving a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Curtin University means that you hold an internationally respected qualification from an elite global business school – recognised through triple accreditation by EQUIS, AACSB International and EFMD (Accredited MBA). Curtin is also respected as a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education.

Our MBA not only gives you the fundamental skills in financial management and economics, but also in the business leadership, decision-making and organisational strategies that underpin sustainable business practices. These areas of expertise align with contemporary practices and challenges in industry and reflect the unpredictability of global business markets.

If you’re looking to step up from a technical career or switch careers, this MBA will give you the skills and confidence – as well as the knowledge, skills, theory and terminology – to progress your career.

In this course you will examine project management and its processes, including history, definitions, attributes, body of knowledge, objectives and success.

You’ll explore the characteristics and activities of the project life cycle, along with the functions of planning, organisation and control. You’ll consider cost and value management processes within a project environment, including methods and techniques of estimating, budgeting and controlling.

Time management is also a focus of this course, covering programming and scheduling, line of balance, time estimating, constraints, resources, control monitoring, analysis and reporting.

This two-year qualification will help you to step into the field of accounting and broaden your career prospects. You'll gain foundational accounting skills in your first year before progressing to expert studies in your second year.

In your first year of study, you will begin to develop the financial, analytical, research, and communication skills required of professional accountants*. You'll build your understanding through theoretical study and real-life cases. You will then select one of three majors in your second year.

You'll have hands-on experience using professional accounting software such as Xero, Excel, R, Tableau, SPSS, Oracle, APEX, Python, ArcGIS, and VSOviewer. To further enhance your employability, you'll also undertake an accounting research project, analyzing the performance of a real company and preparing a financial analysis.

Towards the end of your course, you will undertake an industry-connected capstone experience, including an internship, research project, or study tour. You will also be able to attend employee presentations to expand your networks, with past companies including Coca-Cola Amatil, Grant Thornton, and Nexia.

Qualified accountants are in demand around the world, meeting financial needs in dynamic business environments.

In this major you will gain a sound foundation in accounting, auditing, taxation and relevant areas of business law and financial management, and be able to apply this knowledge across a range of accounting contexts.

You’ll learn how to develop and communicate information relating to the financial performance of organisations, and use your accounting knowledge to support business decision-making.

You will graduate with a qualification that is recognised internationally.

This initial teacher education degree provides the skills, knowledge and practical learning experiences needed to teach young children (aged from birth to eight years) in early education settings. These include children's education and care services, kindergarten, pre-primary and junior primary classes.

You will learn about child development, the curriculum areas and the importance of family partnerships. You’ll also choose two elective units from a list of education subjects to broaden your learning.

As part of the course you'll complete four professional work experience placements in schools or early learning centres. These placements are undertaken in full-time blocks, regardless of your study mode. You may have the opportunity to undertake a rural, interstate or overseas placement.

This course covers fundamental programming and security skills of modern computing and computer networks, specialising in various aspects of distributed computing.

You will use Python as a tool for learning network and other programming. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.

You'll develop a sound knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in software development and maintenance.

This degree is designed to prepare you for careers in high-demand areas of computing. Curtin works closely with industry partners both to optimise course content and provide final-year placement opportunities to suitable students.

By studying history, you will gain an understanding of how societies experienced the past and how this shapes the world we live in today. By studying Australian and international history, you’ll learn about the forces that have influenced the modern world, including nationalism, democracy, conflict and war, and gender and sexuality. In this course you’ll have the opportunity to study and apply various approaches to researching and writing history.

History graduates contribute to addressing a wide range of society’s most complex issues. Studying history develops your skills to identify and critically interpret evidence and enables you to explain the causes and consequences of political, environmental and social change. These skills are essential for a range of careers.

This multidisciplinary course will help you begin your public health career, where you'll work to achieve better health through the prevention of disease and disability at the community or whole population level, rather than just working with individuals.

You'll learn about how social, economic and environmental factors affect health and wellbeing, and choose from a broad range of units to begin building your public health career. This includes units focusing on big data and health, epidemiology and biostatistics, healthcare systems in Australia and health promotion planning.

Due to the range of units, this course also acts as a pathway into other health courses with more competitive admission criteria, including pharmacy, speech pathology, physiotherapy or occupational therapy.

This multidisciplinary course will help you begin your public health career, where you'll work to achieve better health through the prevention of disease and disability at the community or whole population level, rather than just working with individuals.

You'll learn about how social, economic and environmental factors affect health and wellbeing, and choose from a broad range of units to begin building your public health career. This includes units focusing on big data and health, epidemiology and biostatistics, healthcare systems in Australia and health promotion planning.

Due to the range of units, this course also acts as a pathway into other health courses with more competitive admission criteria, including pharmacy, speech pathology, physiotherapy or occupational therapy.

This course provides a wide-ranging program of simulated practice and fieldwork, advanced clinical skill development, biological, behavioural and nursing sciences, and the opportunity for an international study experience. Your studies will focus on developing the skills and knowledge you’ll need to meet the demands of our changing healthcare system.

You will be encouraged to be an active, contributing member of an interprofessional healthcare team, which will give you the opportunity to study with different nursing and medical specialists in a range of fields. You will gain strong, practical skills by completing a minimum of 840 hours of clinical placements in hospitals, private practice and rural health settings.

Give legal advice, perform legal work and appear in court as a legal practitioner. An undergraduate degree in law is the first qualification you need to practise as a lawyer in Australia.

Curtin’s Bachelor of Laws offers a rich and professionally relevant foundation in legal knowledge. You’ll learn core skills essential to effective legal practice and build a strong commercial awareness. From early on in your studies, you’ll start to recognise the importance of respecting the rule of law along with the responsibilities and ethics of legal practice.

You’ll also have the opportunity to choose from optional units that focus on topics such as forensic advocacy, employment law, family law, human rights law and native title law and policy, and law and technology. The range of optional units enables you to tailor your degree to suit your interests.

Most of your course will be completed at Curtin Law School in the heart of Perth city’s legal precinct. You can gain practical experience by undertaking simulated legal proceedings in our high-tech moot court, working on real cases at the John Curtin Law Clinic, and participating in our Legal Internships Program.

Primary school teachers educate children in years 1–6 across the range of Australian curriculum learning areas.

This initial teacher education degree provides the qualification required to teach primary school students in the Australian Government, Catholic and Independent school sectors. Graduates are eligible for registration as a teacher in all Australian states and territories, and in countries that recognise Australian teaching qualifications.

The course takes a student-centred approach to teaching and learning, encouraging analytical and critical thinking. Core education units comprise the bulk of this degree, but you will also select three units that allow you to specialise in an offered area of the primary school curriculum.

As part of the course, you will complete four professional work experience placements in schools. These placements are undertaken in full-time blocks, regardless of your study mode. You may have the opportunity to undertake a rural, interstate or overseas placement.

Primary school teachers educate children in years 1–6 across the range of Australian curriculum learning areas.

This initial teacher education degree provides the qualification required to teach primary school students in the Australian Government, Catholic and Independent school sectors. Graduates are eligible for registration as a teacher in all Australian states and territories, and in countries that recognise Australian teaching qualifications.

The course takes a student-centred approach to teaching and learning, encouraging analytical and critical thinking. Core education units comprise the bulk of this degree, but you will also select three units that allow you to specialise in an offered area of the primary school curriculum.

As part of the course, you will complete four professional work experience placements in schools. These placements are undertaken in full-time blocks, regardless of your study mode. You may have the opportunity to undertake a rural, interstate or overseas placement.

This is a flexible course designed to help you reach your potential and gain in-depth knowledge and skills of one or more areas of business. You will develop decision-making and leadership skills, which are essential in a future marketplace and benefit from exposure to industry through field trips, internships, work-related tasks, guest lectures and networking events.

In your final year you’ll undertake a capstone experience. You’ll begin by applying for the Bachelor of Commerce. In your first year, you’ll study business core units, select your major and choose customisation options that complement your major.

The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) course is a mid-year entry, fast-track option to becoming a social worker for those who already hold a bachelor degree in a related area. This course offers Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) to domestic applicants, which means part of your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government.

Social work draws on knowledge from a range of disciplines including sociology psychology, politics, philosophy, health and economics. Social workers are committed to social justice, human rights and social change. They work with and alongside individuals, groups and communities to improve people’s quality of lives, promote positive relationships, and advocate for human rights.

The Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences is a highly flexible degree that gives you the freedom to explore different areas of biology related to human health and disease. Whether you aspire to pursue a career as a clinical physiologist, develop vaccines for infectious diseases, advance cancer or Alzheimer’s research, explore gene sequencing or formulate new pharmaceuticals, this degree lets you tailor your studies to suit your preferred career path.

In the first year of this degree, you will complete foundation studies in areas of biomedical science such as human biology, genetics, cell biology, microbiology, and immunology, alongside complementary learning in chemistry, scientific communication and biostatistics. In the second and third years, you will branch out into the areas of biomedical science that interest you most. Options open to you include majors in Human Biomedicine, Molecular Genetics, or Pharmacology; as well as specialisations and optional units.

All options combine theory with intensive hands-on, practical sessions in high-quality laboratory facilities, where you will work on real-world scenarios that prepare you for your future career. You may also undertake industry site visits to provide you with insight into your chosen career path when you graduate.

From the kinetic energy of a speeding car to nuclear fusion energy, from nearby stars to distant galaxies, physicists examine matter and energy in all their forms.

In this course, you will study real-world problems through observation, measurement, and theoretical analysis. You’ll learn the core concepts of physics and gain experience using complex technical equipment, such as those found at supercomputing facilities.

You can specialize in one of the following streams:

• Applied Physics: In this stream, you will study matter and energy in the Earth’s natural and managed environments: the atmosphere, oceans, rivers, land, soils, and living organisms. You’ll study contemporary topics such as the development of energy-saving ‘green’ materials and the disposal of radioactive wastes. You’ll also learn how to deploy instruments during field excursions and undertake field and satellite data analysis. You’ll have the opportunity to undertake applied acoustics with Curtin’s Centre for Marine Science and Technology, and applied underwater optics with Curtin’s Remote Sensing and Satellite Research Group.
• Astrophysics: This stream is suitable if you are interested in radio astronomy. You’ll grapple with scientific questions ranging from the origins of the Universe to the nature of dark matter. Curtin’s major involvement in the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research and the Square Kilometre Array means you will have the chance to analyze data from cutting-edge radio telescopes.
• Materials Science: This stream looks for connections between the underlying structure of a material, its properties and applications, and how processing changes the material. You will study materials including metals, semiconductors, glasses, ceramics, and polymers. You’ll also learn about analytical instruments and radiation that materials scientists use to investigate the microstructure of samples.
• Mathematical Physics: Mathematical physics is the study of nature. Through mathematical models, we can predict the progress of climatic changes, the flow of oil reservoirs, and development of new materials.

This course will help you become a highly adaptive graduate. You’ll be cross-skilled in various areas of business and graduate ready to work in dynamic environments and pivot to the needs of industry. You’ll also be aware of global trends and prepared for employment in all sectors, with a diverse skillset that employers value.

This is a flexible course that enables you to develop a personalised plan to create a portfolio of expertise that aligns with your career goals. The course starts with your business and management core units, you will then customise your degree to suit your career aspirations by studying two business specialisations of your choice and either another business, arts, design or science specialisation, or elective units that suit your career aspirations.

The accredited Master of Architecture program, when combined with relevant professional experience and successful completion of the Architectural Practice Examination, fulfils one of the pathways to register as an architect in Australia.

In the program you will study architectural history, theory, research, management and law, and undertake professional practice.

This is a hands-on course that combines the understandings of design, science, technology, history and culture to ensure you graduate with a well-rounded set of skills. You’ll also undertake a major self-directed architectural thesis project in a specialised area of interest, to demonstrate research skills and gain practical experience.

Spoken by 1.3 billion people, Chinese is the world’s most spoken first language. China also has one of the world’s most vibrant economies, and is a major trade partner of Australia. With Asia’s continuing social and economic growth, an understanding of Chinese language and culture is increasingly important in global engagement.

This major will provide you with the knowledge and skills required for a diverse international career. You will gain a high level of literacy in Chinese – listening, speaking, reading and writing – and a deep understanding of Chinese culture and society.

This major is suitable for all students (previous study of Chinese is not required). Advanced classes are provided for students who have studied Chinese previously and specific units are offered for native speakers of the language.

The standout feature of a creative writing career is the ability to contribute to and influence culture through an understanding of writing conventions and literary techniques. Identify, explain and apply the key disciplinary concepts in Creative Writing, Integrate theory and creative practice; conceive, develop and evaluate innovative new writing and, Access and evaluate the sources, authority and relevance of information and synthesise key facts, themes and ideas in writing

In this major you’ll gather the knowledge and techniques that writers need in the age of digital communication and entertainment. You’ll develop skills across various writing styles, including fiction, poetry and experimental and emerging genres.

English and Cultural Studies explores how meanings and values are circulated in society through textual forms, cultural conventions and social practices. If you are interested in cultural texts and social issues; and developing your creative and critical thinking, research and writing skills, this course is for you.

You'll critically analyse contemporary texts, including literature, film, digital and social media, to understand how they encode and reflect cultural traditions. You'll gain a thorough understanding of how society came to be the way it is today, and how to foster social change for the better.

In this course you will gain the skills to address major issues such as climate change, growth of cities, bushfires, food security and changing communities. You'll explore migration changes, social movements and contests over space and place. You'll develop analytical and practical fieldwork skills, such as interviewing and surveying, mapping, participant observation and statistical analysis, recording field notes and writing demographic reports. You'll also learn spatial analysis and mapping using ARCGIS and other software.

International relations is a dynamic, multidisciplinary field that investigates the diplomatic, normative and economic relationships between different political bodies. In this major you will explore contemporary global issues through various analytical frameworks of political theory, international relations theory, foreign policy, strategic studies and political history. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the actors, institutions, and processes of international politics and organisations.

You'll study the art of diplomacy and policymaking, geopolitical change, and national and regional security in military, political and geo-economic contexts. You'll explore key political and regional issues impacting Australia – with an emphasis on the Indo-Pacific region – and examine statecraft, international trade, environmental change and emerging technologies. You'll also gain skills in critical analysis, problem-solving, and written and oral communication, which underpin influential careers in international relations.

Japanese is a fascinating language that comprises several written systems and is spoken by 135 million people worldwide. Japan is one of Australia’s top three trade partners and a gateway to Asian nations that are rapidly changing and rich with opportunities. In this major, you will gain a high level of literacy in Japanese and an advanced understanding of Japanese culture.

Prior study of Japanese is not required, and advanced classes are provided for students who have studied the language previously. The teaching methods that are applied to both spoken and written language use the latest technology and cultural awareness activities. You'll graduate ready to explore career opportunities in Japan and bilingual roles in Australia and internationally.

Curtin has a reputation for producing highly skilled journalists able to research, investigate and report on topics across mainstream and independent media platforms. In this major you will learn to research and prepare news, feature and other content for radio, video and online platforms.

You’ll learn theory and practical skills from staff with strong industry experience and connections, and use industry-standard media facilities and platforms. These include our new media production studio, Curtin FM radio and the student online news site, Western Independent.

You may also complete a professional placement unit, which provides valuable opportunities to undertake work experience with potential employers.

Worldwide, Korean is the fastest-growing language among non-native speakers, and with the global popularity of K-pop and K-dramas, the interest in Korean culture is no surprise. In Australia, over the past decade there’s been increasing awareness of Korean studies as a language/culture-based studies area, and Korea–Australia relations are growing in economic, political and intercultural importance. As a result, there is a growing demand for graduates in Korean studies.

In this course you’ll explore Korean society, culture, history, politics and international relations and gain strong competency in the Korean language. You’ll also delve into some of the most intriguing societal and cultural issues of the Korean peninsula, ranging from South Korea–North Korea relations to the success of Hallyu, which refers to the rising wave of popularity of South Korean culture.

The course is also designed to give you a transformative learning experience so that you can work and engage comfortably in diverse cultural environments – an attribute that is increasingly vital as cultures and industries become more globally entwined. Importantly, the language learning incorporates in-class activities that have a strong focus on active learning and developing communication skills in real-world contexts.

Agriculture is the science and practice of food and fibre production. Australia has the potential to be a leader in developing innovative solutions for sustainable, economical and ethical food production, across domestic and international markets.

The Agricultural Science major is designed to give students an industry-ready understanding of the science and technology required for the production of plants and animals for food and fibre. The study of agricultural science is multi-disciplinary. It builds from the basics of biology, chemistry and statistics, to the components of agricultural systems – including soil science, crop science, animal science and molecular genetics. Topics range from overarching issues such as food security, sustainability and climate change, to specifics of crop and animal production and soil health.

You'll be introduced to satellite-based technologies used in precision agriculture for crop, pasture and livestock management systems. With food production and security being important issues for both developed and emerging economies, careers in agricultural production and development are available throughout the world. There are also career options in research, extension and service provision to agriculture and horticulture industries.

Biochemists study the molecular structures and processes that form the foundation for living matter. In this major, you will study the core principles of chemistry, molecular structure and chemical reactivity, and how they can be applied to biological molecules.

You will study second- and third-year units in biological, medicinal and natural product chemistry; and complementary units in cell biology, molecular biology and molecular genetics. You’ll investigate molecular systems that regulate cell growth, including signalling and defence, and related metabolic pathways. You’ll also study molecular recognition and its applications in biosensors, drug design and optimisation, and in monitoring the effects that exogenous compounds can have on living systems.

Chemistry is sometimes called the ‘central science’ because it connects other sciences such as physics, biology and geology. It is science at a molecular level, where major advances are being made in areas such as medicine, IT, nanotechnology and new materials. In this course you'll gain the knowledge to become a skilled chemist. You’ll study theoretical and practical aspects of chemistry, including synthesis, analysis and spectroscopy. Your learning will be largely laboratory-based, in Curtin’s Resources and Chemistry Precinct. You’ll also learn problem-solving, teamwork and critical analysis skills, which can open opportunities for other careers within science.

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.

Data is being generated at an unprecedented rate and its availability will continue to increase. Every industry is using large volumes of data – from predicting weather patterns and optimising harvesting in agriculture, to improving patient diagnosis in the health industry, to enhancing the management of remote infrastructure in mining.

This is a multidisciplinary major. It combines studies in computing, emerging internet technologies, media and statistics. You will gain a foundation in programming and statistics, which will form the basis of higher-level studies in data mining, data security and computer simulation.

This course builds your capacity to extract, analyse and visualise large volumes of data and communicate analytical outcomes to a range of audiences. You’ll graduate equipped to enter a range of industries where data science is key to innovation.

Gain the knowledge and skills for a career in industries involved in energy transitions, sustainable use of Earth resources, and climate and environmental challenges. Earth scientists are essential to meeting society’s future challenges around climate and environmental change, the sustainable extraction of critical resources such as water, and minerals for new and emerging technologies.

Across a range of industries, Earth scientists use sophisticated instruments to determine the properties of Earth and planetary materials, and to help understand the evolution of the Earth and the controls and direction of its climate and biosphere. In this course you will gain advanced knowledge in Earth sciences and learn how to apply that knowledge to scientific, social and ethical issues. You’ll also use digital technologies and learn to gather and interpret data that are relevant to Earth sciences applications and careers.

Exploitation of the environment has taken a serious toll on the planet. Increasingly, environmental scientists are needed to apply their understanding of environmental functions and processes to challenges relating to land degradation and biodiversity loss; urban and regional development; mining, oil and gas extraction and processing; and pollution.

In this course you will gain expertise in zoology, botany, ecology, genetics, environmental management, conservation and sustainability.

Throughout the course you'll also have opportunities to participate in field activities that develop environmental monitoring skills, alongside laboratory and computer-based skills.

You'll also gain skills in experimental design, statistics, critical thinking and communication that are necessary for environmental research; and complete a capstone research unit involving a week of field- or laboratory-data collection. This experience, together with a work-integrated learning unit, will ensure you can apply the skills gained during your studies to real-world environmental issues.

Careers in food science are diverse and challenging: one day you could be developing a new food product, and the next you could be solving technical issues on a processing line.

Food scientists develop and improve ways to process raw ingredients – including grains, meats, milk, fruit and vegetables – into safe, tasty and nutritious foods.

The study of food science is multidisciplinary. It involves biology, chemistry, nutrition, microbiology and engineering, as well as the latest research in the handling, processing and packaging of foods – from the farm to the consumer’s plate.

This degree has been created to provide a pathway to a professional career in the industry or to further study in the expanding fields of food sciences and food securities.

Learn how to apply mathematical concepts – such as quantity, structure, space and change – to model and describe the behaviour of real-world complex systems and improve their operations.

In this course you will gain the knowledge and skills for careers in optimisation, as well as financial and industrial mathematics. You’ll learn how to apply mathematical and statistical principles and concepts in mathematics career areas – including operations research, statistics, numerical analysis and applied mathematical modelling – and to solve related problems in science, industry, commerce and government.

You’ll develop skills in mathematics and statistical methods to analyse and resolve problems in science, engineering and finance; and learn to think creatively to generate innovative solutions. In addition, you'll locate, extract and appraise evidence and scientific literature in relation to mathematical science, and use new technologies to gather data and communicate information.

Computing skills enhance employability in many areas of science, especially in the great majority of industries and organisations that rely on efficient and secure computer systems. In this course you will learn all the core components required to develop complex computer applications for small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) in particular. You’ll learn about programming, algorithms, and the entire development cycle – from gathering requirements to testing. You’ll also learn about application development for the Apple device ecosystem, and your learning will be informed by knowledge at the forefront of software development in general.

The skills you’ll gain in this course are ideal for positions in SMEs where programming is valuable as a complementary science expertise. When you combine Software Development with a strong industry-related discipline, you’ll have the skills to customise or develop proprietary systems and software for that industry. For example, if you also major in Agriculture Science, you’ll be well placed to contribute to the development of digital systems required for modern agriculture. Or, if you choose to major in Chemistry, your combined skill sets will be ideal for an organisation seeking a computational chemist or for roles requiring both chemistry and computing skills.

Strong leadership is key to success in any business. This MBA specialisation gives you a nuanced understanding of current and future leadership challenges. You will explore the philosophy and ethics of leadership, covering a range of topics including working with teams, working in a global arena, strategic management and organisational behaviour.

You will analyse and re-frame leadership concepts alongside your own leadership style, and apply, evaluate and refine your leadership abilities in the workplace.

This new multidisciplinary course is designed for those seeking to develop their skills and knowledge in public health. Whether you already work in public health or want to move into the field, our course prepares you for contemporary public health practice that addresses traditional and emerging issues that threaten to negatively impact communities and the environment.

You will acquire conceptual knowledge and practical skills to support public health action across educational, organisational, socio-economic, environmental and political domains to improve population health.

This one-year degree provides advanced professional training in psychology.

The course will equip you with education and training in the professional practice of psychology and is designed to integrate coursework, research and placement components with an emphasis on experiential learning. You will be provided with a rewarding and relevant learning experience throughout the course.

Throughout the program, linkages are made specifically for you to develop detailed understanding of the relationships between psychological theory, the scientific evidence base for these theories, and the clinical applications of both theory and research. The skills you develop will enable you to operate from a scientist practitioner perspective, with well-developed knowledge of psychometric measurement, case formulation, treatment planning and intervention strategies.

If you are looking to start a new career in project management, or have recently graduated and not yet gained experience in the field, this two-year course will introduce you to the foundations of the discipline before moving onto more challenging projects later in the course.

The opportunity to study 3-4 elective units will allow you to develop your skills in complementary areas outside of project management (for example: health, science, education or engineering). This is valuable if there is a specific field where you aim to apply your project management skills.

Project management is a distinct professional discipline, having its own body of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques. It involves managing a project from inception to completion and the successful attainment of the project objectives.

Pharmacology explores the effects of drugs on living organisms and is the cornerstone for a career in drug discovery and development. It is particularly relevant with the increasing global challenge to develop new drugs against infectious agents. This major gives you a good understanding of drug action against microorganisms through computer-based simulations and laboratory work covering molecular, cellular and physiological responses, and modern drug analysis techniques. You will learn how drugs target specific receptors in tissues and explore the major biochemical pathways that are activated. You’ll also learn about dose-response relationship, toxicity, drug metabolism and elimination, drug design and development, and how genetic variation between populations influences drug response.

Businesses rely on information systems to obtain, process and output information. They need employees who can analyse and identify any issues, and propose the best systems solution.

An information systems specialist analyses, develops, tests, implements and supports an organisation’s systems and processes. Their ideas and recommendations can help achieve better outcomes through effective use of technology and information systems.

This major will help you gain employment in the business side of IT. You’ll focus on how information technology is used to collect and process information in organisations, and gain in-depth knowledge of application design, systems implementation and management.

Businesses work with laws every day in entering contracts, acquiring business assets, leasing premises and hiring staff. Knowledge of business law is critical to complying with legal requirements and identifying and managing legal risk.

In this major, you’ll gain a sound knowledge of the laws that govern businesses and commercial transactions. You’ll learn how the law is created, changed and applied to business and government, and appreciate ethical issues in business situations.

In particular, you’ll discover how the law impacts businesses, identify and manage appropriate legal risks that arise in businesses and learn how to meet relevant legal requirements.

You’ll also develop significant knowledge about business law, contracts, torts, real property, company law, employment law, labour law, consumer and competition law, business intellectual property and taxation.

Economists study more than just money – they analyse the world around them, from global markets to government policy to world events, to help make informed decisions in diverse industries. These decisions can impact how individuals and society access, consume and distribute wealth.

With a focus on applied economics, this major gives you the knowledge and skills to understand important real-world issues such as unemployment, housing affordability, climate change, energy challenges and inequality.

You will learn how to use big data, statistics, mathematics and business insights to evaluate trends and patterns in consumer spending, levels of competition in different industries, business cycles and financial crises.

Finance and banking 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.

The Finance major gives you a broad understanding of the structure and operations of financial markets. You’ll learn about investment evaluation and how to make decisions on funding activities and disbursement of profits. You’ll also examine the role of financial markets.

This major will put you in a good position to sit for the highly regarded CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) exams, because it incorporates at least 70% of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge into its curriculum.

We spend one-third of our life at work, so understanding how to make work meaningful is vital to our wellbeing. Human resource (HR) management is a role where you can help others, by helping people derive meaning from work and understanding the role of work in their happiness. It is about achieving the best for employee wellbeing, performance and job satisfaction – and it is fundamental to a company meeting its business goals.

HR management is increasingly relevant in the 21st-century era of automation. For example, many organisations now need HR managers to help with the workplace teaming of humans and machines – defining roles and responsibilities and devising the system for communication and collaboration.

The future of work is certainly changing fast, and there will always be demand for HR leaders that can ensure an organisation has the policies and systems in place that help staff to flourish and achieve to their potential.

In this course, the areas of HR management that you’ll gain skills in include: recruitment and selection, remuneration, performance, training and development, conflict management, HRM metrics and analytics and more.

Multinational businesses need talented and culturally sensitive individuals to look after their interests overseas. To successfully work in international business, you must have an appreciation of a country’s culture and business practices, as well as extensive business knowledge.

This major gives an international focus to your business career. You’ll learn to analyse international markets and business systems, navigate your way around international business environments and develop the competencies you need to work in a cross-cultural team.

Much of the study is practical, focusing on current issues and cases. This helps you develop high-level skills in management, problem solving, planning, organising and managing change and prepares you for working in a global environment. This major provides the flexibility to learn a language and undertake cultural studies.

Management knowledge and skills are valued and needed in small-to-medium enterprises, non-profit organisations, large corporations and government, both locally and globally.

Management is about taking a leading role: supervising and mentoring staff, balancing budgets, and ensuring tasks and projects are completed successfully, together with recognising issues such as values, ethics and sustainability. It means taking responsibility, being entrepreneurial, getting things done and making the most of your staff and resources.

This major focuses on the key challenges facing managers today and in the future. You’ll learn skills in problem-solving, decision-making, critical thinking, communicating with people and handling budgets.

You’ll also learn how organisations work, strategic management, managing change, innovative leadership and incorporating ethics and sustainability into the workplace.

Marketing is used to differentiate products and services in the marketplace, effectively communicate with a target audience and develop strategies that maximise consumer value, sales and profits.

Marketers blend advertising, promotions, digital and social media marketing, public relations, retailing and sales strategies to promote an organisation’s brand, products and services.

This major will give you the chance to explore the wide realm of marketing including international and internet marketing, pricing, promotion and distribution strategies.

You’ll also analyse the behaviour of competitors and customers to discover how marketing can be used to predict customer demand for products, services and ideas. The curriculum is kept up-to-date in consultation with key industry bodies, ensuring your learning meets the future needs of industry.

The Taxation major provides in-depth understanding of taxation laws and practice in Australia and overseas. You’ll specialise in areas such as income tax, goods and services tax, fringe benefits tax, international tax, tax administration, tax implications of business structures and state taxes.

After studying your degree in finance, this course extends your learning into new realms, providing the know-how you need to progress your career.

You’ll examine a broad range of financial topics including:

• Financial technologies
• Corporate finance
• Traditional and alternative investments
• International business
• Banking
• Financial modelling

Your abilities in portfolio management will be extended, giving you specialist knowledge in advanced financial asset management strategies, risk management, financial analysis, and performance metrics to help you address new challenges.

Simulated valuation exercises and scenario analyses broaden your experience, so you can meet your client’s ethical and investment objectives as well as increasing the value of their portfolios.

High-achieving graduates of the Bachelor of Arts can enhance their degree with a one-year honours qualification.

An honours degree enables you to:

• Deepen your understanding of a specialist topic
• Produce an in-depth dissertation or creative work
• Enhance your research, analytical, and communication skills
• Join a community of like-minded, inspiring researchers
• Increase your appeal to future employers
• Support your eligibility for doctoral level studies

Gain advanced practical marketing experience informed by the latest research in this internationally recognised master degree.

This course is designed to enhance your marketing skills, preparing you for leadership opportunities on a global scale, such as marketing manager, brand strategist and digital marketing specialist.

With a strong emphasis on contemporary marketing theory and practice, this course will foster a deep understanding of consumer behaviour, market analysis, brand management, digital marketing and global marketing strategies.

Our course will teach students a range of practical skills to support public health action across educational, organisational, socio-economic, environmental and political domains to improve population health.

This fully online, multidisciplinary course is designed for health professionals seeking to develop their skills and knowledge in public health, while continuing to work. If you already work in public health, or want to move into this field, this course can prepare you for advancement in your organisation or field, providing you with practical skills and helping you to broaden your knowledge and skill set.

Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.

What you'll learn

• Apply discipline specific knowledge in an area of public health
• Think critically in problem solving and decision making
• Access and use information technology to access, evaluate and interpret public health data and transform information to complete a range of activities
• Communicate effectively in various settings and/or for different audiences within the context of public health activities
• Use current technologies applicable to public health
• Demonstrate responsibility for personal outputs
• Explain how different national contexts impact on the health of individuals and communities
• Demonstrate an awareness of the impact of inequities and social disadvantage on the health of individuals and community
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as an individual and within a team environment

As an occupational therapist you will work with people of all ages who may have experienced injury, illness or disability. You can help people to engage in occupations or activities that are meaningful to them and achieve independence, better health, wellbeing and satisfaction in their lives.

In this course you will learn to identify physical, psychosocial, cognitive, behavioural and environmental factors that can help or hinder a person’s participation in everyday activities. You’ll learn to collaborate with other health professionals to provide cross-discipline care that is focused around the client and their needs.

You will study in laboratories, learning spaces and resource rooms that are tailored for learning the skills required to work in occupational therapy. Approximately 1,000 hours of fieldwork practice is undertaken throughout the course in a variety of clinical and industry settings.

The Graduate Certificate in Education allows postgraduate students from a variety of disciplines to advance their knowledge and skills in the field of education. This flexible program allows you to choose course content that aligns to your interests and career aspirations. It covers fundamental understandings about learning and teaching in different contexts. By selecting course content with a specific area of educational focus, you will be well-placed to utilise this qualification to move onto further study in education, including seeking qualification as a school teacher. Customised programs for cohorts of students are also available.

This course is designed to upgrade your existing skillset in IT/computational science and add cyber security to your field of expertise.

You will undertake industry-inspired projects and assessments to learn the theoretical and practical aspects of cyber security, particularly network defence. Learning outcomes are mapped to a variety of industry certifications such as those offered by Cisco and Palo Alto.

You’ll gain the blue and red team specialist skills and knowledge you can use in your career and learn from professionals who have strong links with local industry.

The course emphasises experiential project-based learning, so you will develop strong teamwork skills and acquire knowledge based on real-world examples.

The course builds on each unit undertaken, constructing a fully functional cyber-range and test environment that meets industry expectations and enables you to demonstrate your high-level skills in cyber security.

If design is your passion, this flexible degree offers a number of exciting majors that will develop your practical skills in a global context, so you can take your career anywhere in the world.

Throughout the three-year program you will learn through project-based activities and have the opportunity to work together with students from other disciplines, mirroring a real industry environment.

You'll use industry-standard equipment and software, and graduate with a comprehensive portfolio that demonstrates your skills to future employers.

In today's globalised landscape, businesses operate in an increasingly complex environment. The unprecedented level of interconnection and integration of the global economy – despite national differences – presents unique challenges and opportunities. This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and expertise to thrive in this dynamic environment.

You’ll gain a deep understanding of the issues and complexities in the field of international business and management. The dynamic, practice-based curriculum encourages you to learn through real-world scenarios, where theory meets contemporary business case studies. You’ll develop your expertise and demonstrate your knowledge through authentic assessment, peer-to-peer learning and collaboration with industry professionals.

This course is aligned with the United Nations' Principles of Responsible Management Education and focuses on ethical and sustainable business practices and leadership. You’ll learn to make informed and responsible decisions as part of the next generation of globally responsible leaders.

Upon graduation, you’ll be well-equipped to advance your current career in global business management or begin a new career. The versatile nature of international business means the skills you’ll acquire are highly sought-after in any industry with an international perspective.

This qualification is intended to help you step into the field of accounting for the first time. It covers an introductory understanding of accounting and the budget process. You’ll study a range of specialised topics, including corporations law, cost behaviour, financial accounting, job order costing systems, management accounting, planning and special decision-making issues. You’ll also learn typical accounting applications such as billing, general ledger, inventory, purchasing and sales.

This course builds on the curriculum of the graduate certificate to include topics in project quality, risk and procurement management and managerial effectiveness.

You’ll explore the application of quality management to projects, including planning, assurance, certification, audits, control, training, benchmarking and best practice. You will identify types of risks and learn risk analysis techniques. The function of contracting and procurement, and the acquisition process and contract administration are also examined.

You will also develop the skills effective managers use in order to carry out the people oriented tasks of management.

Upon successful completion of the graduate certificate, you may transfer to this graduate diploma and then subsequently enrol in the master degree.

Become a specialist in clinical exercise interventions for people living with a broad range of health conditions and injuries.

Our public health courses are multidisciplinary and designed for health professionals seeking to develop their skills and knowledge in public health. Whether you already work in public health or want to move into this field, our courses can prepare you for contemporary public health practice that addresses traditional and emerging public health issues that threaten to negatively impact communities and the environment.

In this course you will undertake advanced coursework in public health that is specifically designed to broaden your knowledge, competence and skills.

It is possible to exit this course with a Graduate Certificate in Public Health or a Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion once you have completed certain units.

Extend your skills and critical capacity in your chosen discipline area or add a new area of expertise to your repertoire.

As an exercise scientist, you will use a person-centred approach to educate individuals and communities on the benefits of exercise that encourages lifelong positive exercise behaviours.

In this course you will gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills of the pillars of exercise science: biomechanics, physiology, psychology, behaviour change, and motor control and learning.

In your first year of study you'll gain foundational knowledge and skills. In your second and third years you’ll delve deeper into each pillar of exercise science. In your final year, you'll apply your expertise in real-world settings. This includes at least 140 hours of professional practice at our site at Cockburn Aquatic and Recreation Centre, and through one of industry partnerships – which span elite sport, strength and conditioning, corporate health, clinical exercise physiology and paediatric exercise.

This course develops originality and independence of thought and trains students in research. It is a path for students proceeding to a higher degree. Additionally, this course broadens knowledge and provides exposure to the latest developments in health related research, thereby enhancing employment prospects.

The BSc (Health Sciences) (Honours) program enables students to build on the knowledge obtained in their undergraduate degree and focus on one of the following areas of study: health promotion, food science, nutrition, health safety and environment, epidemiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, motor control and learning.

As well as studying units in a chosen discipline, students will examine academic research methodology and enhance their analytical skills. Students will also complete a supervised research project and present findings as an honours dissertation.

The Master of Design caters for learners who are eager to become design leaders of the future through either a practice or leadership-oriented pathway, or a combination of both.

The course will deepen your understanding of design practice through theory-based and practical units that draw on contemporary and emerging design fields including experience design, social design and speculative design.

For professionals looking to develop leadership capabilities in design, units focusing on entrepreneurship, design-led innovation and design strategy will prepare you for senior or executive design roles.

Throughout your study you will have the opportunity to learn from experts across a range of design disciplines to inform your practice. You will engage with a community of fellow industry professionals and enterprises beyond the design industry to see how design can fuel innovation.

This is a one-year advanced course for professionals who hold an undergraduate degree in accounting* and are seeking to gain more expertise in financial accounting, managerial accounting, governance and auditing. This course is also designed specifically for those who wish to meet CPA Australia's requirements to become a certified practising account. This course therefore provides you with a master-level qualification that is relevant to senior positions and roles that provide high-level advice to management and governing bodies, as well as the expert academic support in preparing for the CPA Program’s examinations.

English is one of the most spoken languages in the world, making it key to effective communication between people in a myriad of social, cultural and economic contexts.

The Master of Applied linguistics course prepares you for these contexts by combining practical and theoretical units in the field. It is designed for language education professionals who intend to teach English as a second or additional language in Australia or overseas.

The combination of practical and theoretical units provides a rich learning experience. Your skills in TESOL will be enhanced as you connect global issues with TESOL teaching and evaluate language teaching course design and assessment practices.

The field of education includes a range of professional roles that require comprehensive understanding of the education curriculum and advanced communication skills.

In this degree you will learn about the field of education from the perspective of someone who isn’t intending to seek registration as a qualified school teacher.

You’ll explore core learning areas of the curriculum and learn how to respond to the diverse needs of students.

You’ll examine mentoring, leadership and research within an educational environment. This knowledge is useful for those working in education administration and management teams. You can specialise in early years and primary education or in secondary education.

If you’re passionate about pursuing a career in the creative industries, this course will provide you with the skills and experience you need to take your career anywhere in the world.

You’ll gain a broad-based, contemporary understanding of theory and practice in your chosen major, learning from discipline experts and industry professionals who share their innovative, passionate and contemporary knowledge of the creative arts.

You'll also gain first-hand experience working with industry-standard equipment in our Media Production Studio, Hayman Theatre and the Design and Art precinct studios, labs and galleries.

With professional internships available and opportunities to exhibit, perform and screen works to the public, you'll be immersed in the creative sector well before you graduate.

Bachelor Honours Degrees prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional work, research and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications.

This course develops originality and independence of thought and trains students in research. It is the preferred route for students proceeding to a higher degree. Additionally, this course broadens knowledge and provides exposure to the latest developments in biomedical research, thereby enhancing employment prospects.

Curtin's Graduate Diploma in Business will give you the breadth of skills and knowledge critical to business operations and leadership. You’ll learn the relevance of economic theory, factors to consider in financial decision-making, the theory and practice of strategic decision-making, and about leading people.

This qualification is relevant for managers at all levels (emerging through to middle/senior levels) who want to extend their business knowledge and may have an undergraduate degree in a non-business area.

Graduate Certificates prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications.

This multidisciplinary course provides specialised advanced training for graduates or occupational health and safety practitioners with an emphasis on risk and safety management, accident prevention and safety technology. It allows for a degree of additional specialisation according to individual needs and upon completion provides entry into the Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety. All students will be required to undertake an academic skills module at the commencement of the course.

This multidisciplinary course will provide you with a foundation of the key disciplines of health administration. It is designed for health service professionals from a variety of areas who want to enhance their knowledge of policy and management issues within the health care environment.

This course will prepare you for senior management, administrative and planning positions in hospitals and other health services areas. It is offered online, allowing you to fit your study in around your life.

Actuaries analyse various data to predict and assess the long-term risks involved in financial planning and decisions. They also apply their expertise to other areas – such as assessing the timing and location of extreme weather events, to help predict risks and associated costs for investments or insurance.

In this course you will gain the knowledge and skills in mathematics, statistics, data analytics, demographics, finance and economics to work as a financial analyst in organisations that deal with risk – such as banks and financial institutions, insurance companies and government agencies.

You'll learn the mathematical and statistical techniques to model industrial and commercial processes against a financial and economic background. You’ll also learn to identify the risk factors and determine the price and cost of those risks.

In your third year, your studies will focus on either actuarial science or actuarial and applied statistics.