Be ready for the science careers of tomorrow
With rapid changes in climate, technology, agriculture, and almost every field of science, the careers of tomorrow are being shaped in real-time.
At Curtin, our science degrees evolve with the world. Learn from expert teachers and researchers, and develop hands-on skills and a scientific mindset through practical learning opportunities.
Our diverse range of science courses cater to broad skillsets and specialised interests, giving you the power to choose the degree that best fits your career goals. Graduate as a confident leader and decision-maker, ready to navigate the dynamic landscape of contemporary science.
Choose Curtin to graduate job-ready – even for jobs yet to exist.
Graduate career-ready
Gain industry connections and practical experience through internships, site visits, field trips, study tours and industry projects.
Learn from experts
Learn from experienced industry professionals and pioneering researchers, who bring their valuable experience into the classroom.
Immersive learning spaces
Build your skills in world-class laboratories and technology hubs equipped with the latest equipment and software.
Endorsed by industry
Many of our courses are formally recognised by leading industry bodies, enhancing your employability both locally and globally.
Choose your course
Study science your way and choose from a range of degrees that you can match to your career goals. You could also expand your career options with a double degree, graduating with two degrees in just 12–18 months of additional study.
Bachelor degrees
Flexible degrees
These degrees have a flexible course structure that can be tailored with a major of your choice. Consider the Advanced Science degree if you wish to pursue advanced studies, a career in leadership or entrepreneurship, or scientific research.
Specialist degrees
Pursue a highly specialised career in a particular field.
Majors
Science majors
Tailor your Science degree with your choice of major. You can then choose to complement your major with study in an additional field.
Multidisciplinary Science majors
Tailor your Multidisciplinary Science degree with one of four majors: Computational Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Engineering Science or Physical Sciences.
Advanced majors
You can study these advanced majors under our Advanced Science degree. These majors feature project-based, interdisciplinary learning.
Double degrees
Expand your career options with a double degree.
Enabling courses
Indigenous Pre-Science and Engineering Enabling Course
This one-year enabling course is a pathway for Indigenous Australian students interested in studying science at Curtin, and can help you meet the requirements for your chosen science course.
Multidisciplinary Science
Don’t meet the ATAR or subject prerequisites for your preferred course? Begin study in Multidisciplinary Science instead, and you could use this as a pathway into courses such as our bachelors of Science, Computing, Engineering, Actuarial Science or Surveying.
A Universe of opportunity
Green futures: environmental careers
Discover the current demand for ‘green skills’ and explore future jobs in areas such as climate change analytics and water resource management.
What is a data scientist?
If you’re thinking about a data science degree, read our top 10 questions and answers about being a data scientist.
Discover Curtin Kalgoorlie
A number of our degrees in mining, metallurgy, surveying and geology include one or two years studying at our historic WA School of Mines campus in Kalgoorlie.
Explore your Universe
At Curtin, we offer a diverse range of courses, flexible study options and multiple entry pathways. Are you ready to explore your Curtin Universe?
A rewarding career
A shortage of scientists
There’s a national shortage of Agricultural Research Scientists and Aquaculture or Fisheries Scientists, affecting all states and territories in Australia.
jobsandskills.gov.au ‘Skills priority list’ (2024)
A bright outlook
Chemists, and Food and Wine Scientists in Australia earn a median weekly salary of $1,828 which is above the national median salary for all employees ($1,300).
jobsandskills.gov.au ‘Occupations’ (2024)
Jobs on the rise
The number of jobs for Natural and Physical Science Professionals in Australia is on the rise, with a projected increase of 19.7% by 2033.
jobsandskills.gov.au ‘Employment projections’ (2023)
Download your course guide
Curtin offers courses aligned with industry trends and future demands. Download the Curtin undergraduate course guide to see where your future might lead.
Hear from our graduates
I’ve accepted a job as a Graduate Environmental Officer for the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety. I’m looking forward to this exciting opportunity to learn more about environmental protection in the public sector.
Ebony Kershaw
I run my own AI consulting company, AI Advancements, and am developing a product called Edison Collab. My experience in industry during my studies, particularly at MRL Consulting, helped me understand the value of AI in solving real-world problems.
Sean Oldenburger
This is the start of something big
From the interactive lecturers and all those hours in the laboratory, I feel ready for anything.
Eva Turner
#1 in WA
Curtin is ranked first for Earth Sciences and Mathematics in WA.
I really enjoy the practical aspect of my course and the fieldwork opportunities, which are crucial to gaining professional connections.
Brodie O’Breza
A world of possibility
Scholarships
Scholarships offer financial and academic support, connecting you with opportunities to help you thrive at university.
Entry pathways
Find out which pathway to studying at Curtin suits you: ATAR, portfolio, enabling programs and more.
STEM programs
Don’t wait to start your degree. Learn new skills through Curtin’s STEM programs and events for future scientists in years 8–12.
Ready for the next step?
Discover how to apply, or explore the diverse range of courses Curtin has to offer.