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Health and wellbeing

Studying can be challenging. Know you are always supported as a Curtin student with our range of health and wellbeing services based conveniently on campus.
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Health and safety

Curtin has campus-based health services including a physiotherapy clinic and a medical centre where you can see a doctor, occupational therapist, psychologist, counsellor or social worker.

Medical centre

Our on campus medical centre means you can easily access a doctor or nurse for a range of general practise services, bulk-billed for students with a current Medicare card.

Psychological and counselling services

You can access psychological and counselling services in a safe, professional environment to deal with any issues affecting your life or study.

Security on campus

To make sure the campus remains a safe and friendly place, Our Safer Community team provides a security patrol, after-hours security escort, a campus courtesy bus, emergency telephone stations, SafeZone (a free student safety app), secure-card building access and well-lit pathways.

Respectful relationships

Curtin is committed to providing a safe working and learning environment and has zero tolerance for sexual assault and sexual harassment. We offer a range of services and support to students and staff who need assistance.

Free campus buses

During semester a free hail and ride service operates on weeknights providing a safe and convenient means of transportation around the Bentley campus, including student housing villages. Our Curtin Access Bus (CABS) helps students and staff in the surrounding Bentley suburbs get to campus.

Curtin Medical Centre - play video
A female student sitting on a couch, talking to a female counsellor - play video
Curtin campus security helping students
Interview with Curtin student Kylie - play video
Curtin CABS bus on campus

Wellbeing services and support

Student wellbeing advisory service

Experienced wellbeing advisors are available to help you settle into university life, and provide caring support to all students with study or personal concerns.

Disability support

The AccessAbility team provides several services including access to learning materials, parking and campus areas, mentoring programs, alternative exam requirements, library accessibility and employment.

Faith and religion

At Curtin, we have a multi-faith chaplaincy service, which can connect you with local faith communities. You could also choose to join on and off campus associations or social media groups to meet with others who share your beliefs.

Indigenous student support

Learn about services and support you can access if you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.

LGBTIQ+ student support

If you identify as LGBTIQ+ you can access a range of support and resources at Curtin.

Childcare

The Curtin University Early Childhood Centre provides quality childcare for children aged five and under. Vacancies usually occur at the beginning of each year and we strongly recommend you apply early to maximise your chances of gaining a place for your child.

Lauren Carey, student wellbeing advisor - play video
Two female students and a male student in wheelchair Greenery at Curtin Perth
LGBTQ+ Pride flag raised on campus - play video
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