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This General English course develops students' confidence in using English when living, studying or working in an English-speaking environment. Students should choose this course if they would like the enjoyment and stimulation of improving their English in a modern university environment. General English is offered at B2 level on the Common European Framework, also known as Vantage. It is an upper-intermediate course; Students will enter this program based on an assessment of their current English ability. This is achieved by taking our placement test, providing English language proficiency results upon application or by their performance in an English program with an approved partner provider whose assessments are moderated by Curtin English. A graduate of this course can: develop English language and English language writing skills appropriate for producing texts at the required level of proficiency, manipulate grammatical structures to communicate effectively at the required level of proficiency, demonstrate independent learning through reflection and active learning techniques, distinguish between main and supporting ideas in a spoken or written text at the required level of proficiency, produce spoken utterances and interactions at the required level of proficiency, negotiate meaning with other users of English at the required level of proficiency. The required level of proficiency will vary depending upon the language requirements of their next course of study. Course Overview Note This course develops English Language Proficiency of learners at Common European Framework, Level B2 comprising the development of receptive and productive skills and the use of English language. Learners are supported to develop their ability to use grammatical structures accurately and appropriately, to broaden their range of vocabulary and functional language, and to develop their productive skills of speaking and writing as well as their receptive skills of reading and listening. The course prepares learners to use English language with a certain level of proficiency in a work, life and study context.

This course is designed to improve the English language proficiency of international students for professional and academic purposes. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information. This major is designed for those wanting to develop accounting skills to assist in preparing themselves for professional level examinations for national and international professional bodies. It examines advanced management accounting, financial accounting and auditing issues and assists in developing the investigative and analytical skills of students wanting an international career in accounting.

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information. This is a rapidly growing area which offers a variety of career paths. By introducing students to a range of managerial principles as well as their applications in the tourism and hospitality sector, this major provides students with the relevant knowledge and skills to become effective managers in these closely related sectors within Australia and overseas. Students will for instance study contemporary issues in international tourism; discuss the sustainable management of tourism and hospitality in theory and practice; learn about the wider impacts of tourism and hospitality upon the local and global economy; and, also the role of marketing in these sectors.

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information. This major provides students with critical skills, theoretical understanding and practical training in the fields of historical and contemporary theatre and performance. Students are trained in areas of theatre and performance practice, including performance, directing, writing, devising, dramaturgy, critical analysis, stage management and theatre production. Students studying Theatre Arts as their major will study Core units in the Bachelor of Creative Arts and have the ability to study electives or a minor in another specialism. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information. The primary objective of this major is to produce graduates well-versed in the principles of design, measurement and analysis applied in the context of the development of software-based systems. The major includes a strong foundation in the related discipline of computer science, but with emphasis on subjects relating to software requirements of gathering, design, implementation and testing. Students also receive a solid foundation in technical communication skills, security, professional responsibility, social effects, ethical aspects of software engineering practice, interpersonal relationships, team work and time management. The final year involves a group project of significant scope that gives graduates the opportunity to learn through practical application. Career Opportunities Graduates have a range of skills relating to the software lifecycle, including coding in teams, requirement elicitation, testing and documentation. The coverage of software and operational security in this course will be increasingly sought after given the international climate of cyber attacks and espionage. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information. The screen arts major combines teaching of essential critical, creative and practical production skills to provide an excellent springboard for a career in screen-based and screen-related industries. Students develop competencies as critical thinkers and creative practitioners working in a diverse, collaborative and rapidly changing cultural and industrial environment. Graduates of the major have been successful in local, national and international industries. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information. The Science (Psychology) Education Major prepares students with content and pedagogical knowledge to teach in the Psychology subject area in Year 11 and 12 as well as across Science curriculum area from Years 7 to 12. Students will also select a second teaching area specialisation from: a minor teaching area, or broadening study in their major teaching subject area, or further studies in an education specialisation area. Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information. The Science (Physics) Education Major prepares students with content and pedagogical knowledge to teach in the Physics subject area in Year 11 and 12 as well as across the Science curriculum area from Years 7 to 12. This major will also prepare students to teach in the Mathematics subject area (as their Minor Teaching Area) from Years 7 to 12.