Snapshot
Dates
| Term | Application Deadline | Confirmation Deadline | Orientation | Semester Start | Semester End | Program Start | Program End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 (Semester 2) | 15 September | 1 November | 13-17 July | ||||
| Academic Year 2026-2027 | 15 September | 1 November | 13-17 July | ||||
| Spring 2027 (Semester 1) | 15 September | 1 November | 8-12 February | ||||
| Calendar Year 2027 | 15 March | 1 May | 8-12 February | ||||
| Fall 2025 | 15 March | 14-18 July 2025 | 21 July 2025 | 7 November 2025 | |||
| Academic Year 2025-26 | 15 March | 14-18 July 2025 | 21 July 2025 | 12 June 2026 | |||
| Spring 2026 | 15 September | 9-13 February 2026 | 16 February 2026 | 12 June 2026 | |||
| Calendar Year 2026 | 15 September | 9-13 February 2026 | 16 February 2026 | 13 November 2026 |
View the Curtin University academic calendar.
Do not make travel arrangements until you have been officially accepted by Curtin University and they have shared key dates with you.
Students may participate in study abroad anytime after freshman year (or completing 24 college credits post completion of high school)
Note: Students may apply to a program during freshman year, but must have completed freshman year in good standing to participate in the program their sophomore year.
About Program
Program Overview
Population of Perth: 1.9 million
Distance to Sydney: 2,051 miles
Distance to Bali, Indonesia: 1,618 miles
Perth, Australia is a vibrant, energetic city situated on the banks of the Swan River, which twists down into the charming port of Fremantle. The city is sandwiched between arid desert to the east and 7,814 miles of pristine coastline to the west. Adored for its brilliant blue skies, Perth’s warm, sunny climate and white sand beaches are sure to enchant anybody. A must-see destination is King’s Park, a lookout point over the hustle and bustle of city life juxtaposed with the calm of the Australian Bush. Australian Aboriginal culture, one of the oldest in the world, breathes its energy and influence into daily life through traditional song, dance, and design.
Curtin University is a thriving international institution with an exciting future. With over 35,000 students, it is Western Australia’s largest university. The main campus in the suburb of Bentley is about six miles southeast of Perth’s central business district. Curtin University has made a long-standing commitment to international education and experience. Its diverse population and international focus prepare students to live and work in an increasingly global environment. It is widely recognized for the practical and applied approach to academia, which empowers students to confront real-world problems.
UMD works with the Curtin University Study Abroad & Exchange office to offer this program.
Academics
At Curtin University, classes are called "units," while majors are called "courses." Units are typically worth 25 Curtin credits, or 4 UMD credits. Full-time enrollment consists of 75-100 credits per term. Students are able to enroll in undergraduate courses (units) at the undergraduate level: 1000-4000 level (e.g., MKTG2003)/ Understand how your grades abroad will convert at UMD by viewing the Curtin University Grade & Credit Equivalents.
- View details about selecting courses (units) on Curtin University's Study Abroad Selecting Courses webpage. Choose from any study area, with the exception of nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy, and physiotherapy, which require you to be undertaking a degree in these fields.
- Review Curtin pre-approved classes (as long as you meet any course prerequisites listed, no Curtin faculty approval is not required; all other course selections will need to be approved by the respective Curtin department; the course approval process is part of the Curtin University application)
- Careful course selection is important as Curtin University only allows you to change units during the first week of the semester. After the first week, you may only withdraw from a class (as long as you maintain at least 75 credits), but you are unable to add a new class.
- Check out Curtin University courses already reviewed at UMD
- Don’t see a unit reviewed and need a syllabus? Request a syllabus here.
- This program counts for the UMD Liberal Education Global Perspectives Requirement
- Study abroad foreign courses must be reviewed at UMD prior to program participation so that you know how they will contribute to your degree progress
- To request disability accommodations, please contact International Programs and Services at [email protected] or 218-726-8764.
Cost Information
What’s included in the program fee?
- Personalized advising
- Pre-departure orientation
- Tuition
- Entry visa assistance
- On-site orientation
- On-site staff support
- International student buddy system
- Foreign transcript issuance
- Grade posting at UMD
- Foreign course evaluation at UMD
- Re-entry support
These estimated costs do not include the $50 application fee.
- Compare these program costs to UMD's cost of attendance for an academic year.
- View a list of all UMD Study Abroad program costs.
If you do not see a cost estimate for the term you intend to go abroad, the cost has not yet been determined. Please note cost estimates and fees may change depending on international economic factors. UMD Study Abroad delays the posting of final fees until enrollments, inflation, and exchange rates are determined in order to provide the most accurate pricing. We strive to post final fees by October 1 for Spring programs, March 1 for May/Summer programs, and May 1 for Fall and Academic year programs.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Scholarships
- UMD Scholarships
- Note: Credits taken on study abroad programs cannot be used toward the Bulldog Bundle.
Financial Aid
Consult with One Stop to see how financial aid can apply to study abroad.
- Receive guidance about all things money-related
- Ask for estimates and budget samples
- Learn when and how financial aid is disbursed
- Ask about other scholarship opportunities & loan info
Plan your budget
Download this Study Abroad Budget Planning Form to estimate costs. Create duplicates to compare this program with others.
Housing
Housing Options
Curtin University offers a variety of comfortable accommodations. Housing facilities typically accommodate 6-8 students via fully-furnished on-campus flats (apartments). Most flats are co-ed and offer an individual bedroom with a shared kitchen, living room, and bathrooms.
Past students have recommended the following options: Erica Underwood, Kurrajong Village (George James or Don Watts), and Vickery. Find more information about on-campus housing on the Curtin University Accommodation page.
Travel Documents
Travel Documents
- You are required to have a passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a passport or your passport will expire within 6 months after you will return from abroad, apply for a passport as soon as possible. It can take 2+ months to receive your passport after applying. You can apply for a new passport on-campus at the UMD Passport Acceptance Facility.
- An Australian visa is required; guidance on the visa will be given after official acceptance is issued
- Roundtrip airfare should only be purchased after official acceptance is issued from Curtin University
Contact
"I absolutely loved Australia and if you have the opportunity to visit, you definitely should!"
Apply
Before you click on the "Start my application" button below, make sure you know how to identify the correct program by searching for the:
- Program Name: UMD - Study in Perth, Australia: Curtin University;
and the - Term (e.g. Spring Semester 2026 or Academic Year 2026–2027)
A $50 non-refundable application fee will be billed to your One Stop account upon submission of an application.
After you apply
- After approximately 20 minutes, you will see checklist items for you to complete.
- All application checklist items need to be submitted by the application deadline which is noted near the top of the page.
- Your UMD Program Contact will review your application materials.
- You must complete the Confirmation of Participation form to confirm your participation.
- Once we receive your confirmation, your UMD account will be billed a confirmation deposit.
If you decide you cannot participate, you must log in to the online application system and submit the "Cancellation Request form."
Program health and safety information
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