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What should my child study and how do I help them decide?
UPDATED 17 SEP 2024
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There are many things to consider as a school leaver deciding what to study at university.
Encourage them to think about what they would enjoy studying, rather than what they think they should be studying as they are more likely to succeed with a course they are interested in. Discuss with your child why they wish to study a particular course and ensure that it is for the right reasons.
Tips for helping your child decide on a course:
- Encourage your child to read a lot of university material and talk to as many people as they can.
- Read about our course offerings and schedule an appointment with your child's school career counsellor.
- Visit Curtin and get a feel for the campus and the departments of interest. You can come any time, however Open Day gives you a great opportunity to meet our teaching staff and see exactly what each study area does.
- Encourage them to think about their interests and career aspirations. A good starting point is to browse the study areas on Curtin's Courses website for ideas. There they'll find some career suggestions and Curtin courses that relate to those careers.