A fully furnished five-bedroom home located 1.5km from CIC.
Located just 10 minutes walk from CIC, there are two, six bedroom units.
These 12 town houses (six rooms each) are located within 10 minutes walk from CIC.
Students can have an authentic cultural experience by living with an Australian family in a homestay arrangement.
There are plenty of great places to sit and have a coffee with friends around the campus.
The fitness centre at Curtin is a great way to stay fit and healthy while you are studying at CIC.
CIC students have access to the huge five-storey library located in the centre of campus. The library has the latest computer systems, information technology and resources.
The campus has lots of grassed areas and nice places to sit and hang out with friends in between classes.
CIC’s classrooms are comfortable and modern. They are designed to help students interact during classes.
Students have access to the latest computers in the labs at CIC.
The Curtin campus is lively and there is always something for students to see and do.
CIC’s Design students are able to work in all types of mediums producing high quality work.
CIC’s design course allows students to use their creativity and versatility to produce pieces of work.
CIC’s design course means students can try their hand at different mediums before moving into university.
Cottesloe is one of Perth’s most popular beaches. It is only 35 minutes by bus from Curtin.
Head into the city for a fun day of shopping, hanging out with friends and seeing the sights.
There is a bus station conveniently located on the campus which makes getting around Perth easy.
Head to some of the popular suburbs in Perth like Subiaco, Fremantle or Victoria Park to enjoy the relaxed and vibrant lifestyle.
From Kings Park you can get a great view of the city landscape and the river.
Former CIC Diploma of Design student and winner of the ‘Best Design Addressing the Theme’ and the ‘Peoples Choice’ award in October 2008.
Age: 22
Nationality: Singaporean
Hometown: Singapore
Course: Diploma of Science (Health Science) - Food Science and Technology
I came to study in Western Australia because my family had been here on holidays and it’s a lovely place for studies. The positive aspect of CIC was the guidance by the lecturers – help and support was always available when I needed it the most.
Job Title: Partner Programs Coordinator
As Partner Programs Coordinator I assist those CIC students who are studying in our university-taught Diploma program. My goal is to advise students about their classes and coordinate their pathway towards university studies.
Job Title: College Director & Principal
My role is to ensure that the academic goals of our students are fulfilled and that CIC provides students with the best educational experience possible.
Job Title: Deputy Academic Director
I am responsible for the day-to-day running of academic matters at the College. This includes looking after student timetables, helping students with academic enquiries and ensuring the exams are conducted in a fair and efficient manner.
Job Title: Communication Skills Coordinator
My main responsibility is to coordinate the Communication Skills units and support programs offered at CIC. I teach the Study Skills course and provide assistance with assignment preparation and advice to students on how they can improve their study and language skills.
Study Period: Trimester 3, 2006 Valedictorian
Course Studied: Diploma of Information Technology
I am indeed grateful to have gone through CIC first before university. I know you will agree with me that studying at CIC has been an experience like no other.
Study Period: Trimester 1, 2007 Valedictorian
Course Studied: Diploma of Engineering
CIC helped me by introducing the university environment and procedures such as enrolling in units, getting ID cards, accessing the facilities, and much more.
Study Period: Trimester 1, 2006 Valedictorian
Course Studied: Diploma of Science (Health Science) - Food Science and Technology
CIC provided me with a mentor who was very helpful, patient and helped me enrol in units. For me CIC has become the best academic pathway to enter university.
Age: 20
Nationality: Australian
Hometown: Perth
Course: Diploma of Commerce
I chose to study at CIC because it’s close to the city and home. Knowing I have a chance to enter second year uni after I finish my diploma at CIC also made my decision that much easier.
Age: 19
Nationality: Zambian
Hometown: Lusaka
Course: Diploma of Science (Physical Science) – Actuarial Science
CIC was the only college that offered the course that I wanted to do. From the beginning, it was very exciting to belong to something this big – it’s a new life and a new learning system. It was huge!
Age: 18
Nationality: Indonesian
Hometown: Jakarta
Course: Diploma of Engineering
I came to study in Western Australia because Perth is a nice place to live in. Outside of class, I have a part-time job and love sports.
Age: 34
Nationality: British
Hometown: Scotland
Course: Diploma of Commerce
The culture in Australia is very laid back; it is very much an outdoor lifestyle. My advice to future international students is to live locally and to ask about anything that they are unsure about.
Age: 19
Nationality: Malaysian
Hometown: Kuala Lumpur
Course: Diploma of Mass Communication
The environment at CIC is good for study and the people here are very friendly. If you want to come to Perth, it’s definitely an ideal place to focus on your studies. It’s also close to my home country (Malaysia).
Age: 22
Nationality: Vietnamese
Hometown: Ho Chi Minh City
Course: Diploma of Engineering
CIC staff are very helpful and flexible. For instance, when I wanted to change my course, they gave me suggestions to suit me and my needs.
Age: 19
Nationality: Pakistani
Hometown: Pakistan
Course: Diploma of Engineering
For me, Perth is a new place full of new experiences. The job opportunities are also much better over here compared to my home country. I will definitely recommend my other friends to come to CIC, as it’s the easiest way to gain entry to Curtin.
Age: 21
Nationality: Malaysian
Hometown: Kuala Lumpur
Course: Diploma of Science (Health Science) - Nutrition
CIC has lots of helpful staff that assist me through the process of studying. With close academic support from dedicated lecturers, I’m prepared for my degree course.
Age: 20
Nationality: South African
Hometown: Johannesburg
Course: Diploma of Commerce
CIC has a large number of international students and I can easily mingle and make friends. I’ve learnt to take care of myself and focus on my studies whilst experiencing a new atmosphere and lifestyle.
Age: 21
Nationality: Mauritian
Hometown: Beau-Bassin
Course: Diploma of Commerce
My first impression of CIC was very welcoming and I loved the atmosphere. You have to experience Perth for yourself, there are beautiful beaches and it’s a great place to be.
Curtin guarantees university entry and grants RPL towards relevant courses for all students who have successfully completed a diploma from CIC.
Local students (Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents) who successfully complete a CIC diploma must apply for a Commonwealth-funded (quota) place at Curtin University. Entry to an undergraduate course is then determined by the availability of Commonwealth-funded places and each student’s ability in relation to other applicants.
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