Governance
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Enabling legislation
Curtin University is a body corporate established under the Curtin University Act 1966 (WA).
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Risk, compliance and audit
Our policies and procedures help to ensure Curtin University runs as smoothly as possible.
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Annual reports
Our annual reports contain information about our activities, key performance indicators and financial statements.
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Academic integrity
Academic integrity is fundamental to Curtin’s expectations of its community members.
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Curtin Master Plan
The Curtin Master Plan outlines a vision for 2030 and aims to deliver in four networks.
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Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2017-2020
Our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan makes Curtin a more accessible and inclusive environment.
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Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS)
The Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 protects the interests of international students in Australia.
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International sanction compliance
Staff and students engaging in activities with an international connection should be aware of any international sanctions may affect those activities.
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Organisational structure
Curtin University is a multi-campus university with teaching and research grouped into five study areas.
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Strategic Plan
The Strategic Plan is our guiding document. It identifies who we are, describes where we want to be by 2030, and shows us how we will get there.
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Research standards
Curtin prides itself on producing research that is conducted within a strong framework, based on the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research.
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Freedom of Information
The Freedom of Information Act 1992 (WA) gives the public the right to access documents of State and local government agencies.
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Privacy
The privacy statement describes how Curtin University handles personal information in its possession or control.
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Policies and Procedures
Policy enables Curtin University to operate efficiently and effectively and maintain consistency throughout the University’s operations. Curtin staff and students are guided by a comprehensive range of policies and procedures to assist with decision-making, operating procedures and communication and help them uphold Curtin’s five core values.
Policies and procedures
Policy enables Curtin University to operate efficiently and effectively and maintain consistency throughout the University’s operations. Curtin staff and students are guided by a comprehensive range of policies and procedures to assist with decision-making, operating procedures and communication and help them uphold Curtin’s five core values.