Curtin University Courses

Politics is the art or science of government. It seeks to understand the actions, actors, and institutions that achieve power and evaluates its rightful use. The specialisation covers the fields of comparative politics, policy-making, applied ethics, and political history.

From the kinetic energy of a car to nuclear fusion energy, from nearby stars to distant galaxies, physicists examine matter and energy in all their forms. This course focuses on how to address real-world problems through observation, measurement and theoretical analysis.

Logistics and supply chain professionals manage the supply of goods and services from the supplier to the customer.

This stream prepares registered nurses without current registration in Australia for registration. Internationally qualified registered nurses may seek registration within Australia after successfully completing this program.

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

The Acute Care Nursing specialisation is available to study as a graduate certificate and as part of the Master of Advanced Practice.

The Chemistry Honours Major (BSc) (Honours) extends knowledge of chemistry, particularly in its application to cutting edge research and problems of industrial relevance.

The need to sustain Australia's marine environment is more important than ever as we face an uncertain future driven by climate change, increasing resource extraction and coastal development.

Gain insight into legal matters associated with the accounting profession. Discover the processes by which law is created, changed and applied to business and government.

The Creative Writing stream is available in the Graduate Certificate in Arts. It is designed for those seeking to develop an introductory understanding of creative writing. Upon successful completion of the graduate certificate, you may transfer to the Creative Writing Major of the Master of Arts.

The Professional Writing and Publishing major teaches professional writing skills for working in corporate communications and media. These skills can be applied to employment in government, business and industry, the not-for-profit sector, arts organisations, and the magazine and book industries.