More than 6500 new undergraduate students are set to begin their journey into university life this year at Curtin University, with the Bentley campus helping to prepare their next intake with an Orientation Week (O-Week) all this week, February 17 to 21.
Curtin’s O-Week serves as an important precursor to semester one, offering a packed schedule of information sessions, workshops and events to help new students transition into university life, connect with peers and explore everything the campus has to offer.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne CNZM said 2025 was shaping up to be another exciting year for the University, with new programs, strong student demand and major milestones to be celebrated.
“Curtin continues to be the university of choice for Western Australian students and we are committed to ensuring they learn, grow and flourish throughout their time here,” Professor Hayne said.
“We also attract bright, articulate, and ambitious students from around the world to join our Curtin community.
“The University prides itself on putting students at the centre of everything we do. Through industry partnerships, hands-on learning, new approaches to teaching and research opportunities, Curtin is working hard to ensure students gain the skills they need for their future careers.
“It’s why Curtin graduates have been rated the best in the country for employer satisfaction.”
There has been strong demand for Bachelor of Medicine, Engineering, Commerce and Nursing.
In addition, Curtin is relaunching its Bachelor of Science (Paramedicine) in 2025, offering students the chance to train as paramedics with real-world, hands-on experience. Students will gain practical skills through state-of-the-art facilities, including a simulation ambulance that provides an immersive learning experience, helping them prepare for the demands of real-life emergency situations.
Professor Hayne said this year Curtin was also expanding its Students Mentoring Staff program, an initiative which will give students the opportunity to share their perspectives with professional staff and provide valuable insights.
“University should be a two-way conversation, and we want students to play an active role in shaping their learning experience,” he said.
“It’s also great to see continued growth in our Industry Mentoring Program, which connects hundreds of students every year with professionals to help build networks and confidence before they graduate.”
This year also marks significant milestones for the School of Education and the School of Art and Design, both celebrating 50 years of educating, training and inspiring our teachers and creative artists. Curtin’s Speech Pathology program also celebrates 50 years of excellence, while the Curtin Stuttering Treatment Clinic marks 40 years of support for adults and children living with communication difficulties.
Semester one officially begins on February 26.
