CIC is the preferred Pathway to Curtin University of Technology and is located on Curtin’s Bentley campus in Perth, Western Australia. Since our inception in 2000, we have served the needs of a diverse range of students with our flexible entry requirements.

Our teaching staff are highly qualified, friendly and committed to providing a high level of personal support to our students. We seek to make your period of study academically successful, enjoyable and memorable.

We offer university level Diploma programs in Built Environment, Commerce, Design, Engineering, Information Technology, Mass Communication, and Health and Physical Sciences. These Diploma programs are equivalent to year one of the Bachelor degree programs at Curtin University and you are guaranteed entry into the second year of the Bachelor degree upon successful completion of your Diploma.

Curtin University of Technology

Curtin University of Technology is named after John Curtin, Australia’s Prime Minister from 1941–1945. Curtin has a global reputation as a dynamic and stimulating place of learning. Students from over 100 countries are attracted to the ideal study environment at Curtin, Australia’s largest university on the West Coast.

Curtin offers over 860 programs at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels that have a practical or applied focus built on a solid theoretical base. Programs are tailored to the needs of industry and the changing demands of technology.

Curtin is either home to or participates in 55 major Australian research institutes and centres. The University’s research profile includes 16 Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs) and 12 partnerships in State-funded Centres of Excellence in Science and Innovation. Curtin’s idyllic study environment provides you with the skills and confidence necessary for a successful career in the modern international market.

Advantages of studying at CIC

• Choice and flexibility – February, June or October start for most programs.

• Ability to accelerate progress with the 3-trimester system.

• Located within the main campus of Curtin University of Technology.

• Access to Curtin’s resources and facilities.

• Diploma courses provide university entry with recognition of prior learning (exemptions).

• Smooth transition into Curtin degree programs.

• International place – Over, 1,000 students from 45 countries.

• Small classes to encourage discussion and exchange of ideas.

• City of Perth has everything expected of a big city with daily direct flights from major Asian cities.

• One visa for all your studies with our packaged offer.

Supporting you while you study

IBT Education scholarships and family bursary

As CIC is part of the IBT Education group, you may be eligible for an IBT Education scholarship or family bursary. The IBT Education group offers six full scholarships and 60 partial (50%) scholarships for university level Diploma programs or first year of Bachelor degree programs at Curtin Sydney per year. The group also offers family bursaries to immediate family members who study at our colleges.

Access to University facilities and services

Your classes will be conducted on the main campus of Curtin University of Technology and you are welcome to join in most aspects of University life, as well as have access to University cafes, library, bookshop and other facilities.

Airport Pick Up and Transfer

If you are an international student arriving for the first time, we will meet you at the airport, free of charge, and transfer you to your accommodation. Bookings are essential.

Accommodation

We will assist you to find the most appropriate Homestay or off-campus accommodation available to suit your requirements.

Orientation

We provide you with an orientation program which provides crucial information and advice to assist you in adjusting to the living and learning environment at CIC. To help you settle in, we offer you free workshops on Culture, English, Mathematics and Computing during orientation week.

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

As an international student, you are required to maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) at all times while studying in Australia. OSHC helps minimise the costs of medical expenses incurred while you are in Australia. Through CIC’s preferred provider OHSC Worldcare, you will have access to online help, telephone support, legal advice and assistance towards payment of covered medical bills.

Visit www.cic.wa.edu.au for more information.