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Curtin University is ranked in the top 1% universities in the world in the Academic Ranking of World Universities 2020. It also achieved a 5+ star rating in the 2021 Good Universities Guide. Murdoch University is a public university providing work-integrated learning and world-class research. It is placed among the top 500 universities in the world and ranks #561-570 in the latest QS World University Rankings 2023
| Curtin University | Murdoch University | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4.2 Out of 10 | 4.2 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 183 QS World University 2026 # 174 QS World University 2025 # 251 Times Higher Education 2025 | # 423 QS World University 2026 # 401 Times Higher Education 2025 # 436 QS World University 2025 |
| Subject Strength | # 126 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025 # 301 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 # 126 for Law by Times Higher Education 2025 | # 251 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025 # 501 for Medicine by Times Higher Education 2022 # 401 for Law by Times Higher Education 2023 |
| Programs | UG Programs -123 PG Programs -62 | UG Programs -58 PG Programs -27 |
| Exam Score | GMAT-600 GRE-304 IELTS-6.5 PTE-69 TOEFL-68 | GMAT-550 GRE-290 IELTS-6 PTE-50 TOEFL-73 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 20217 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 22356 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 12720 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 22190 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 37080 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 770 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Curtin University is one of the top public universities in Perth, Australia. It is ranked #193 in QS World University Rankings 2023.
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| application requirements | 60% – 70% for admission in UG; Grading System Description; Portfolio | Apply online or through agents, PG applicants must fulfill country-specific requirements (vary with programs). |
| Campuses and B-Schools | Curtin Business School | NA |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.4/10 Read 9 reviews | 5.7/10 Read 1 reviews |
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| General Facts | Curtin University | Murdoch University |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1966 | 1973 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 18:1 | 31:1 |
| Male:Female | 49% Male, 51% Female | 41% Male, 59% Female |
| Location Facts | Campuses in 5 countries: Australia, Dubai, Malaysia, Mauritius, Singapore; Australia has campuses in 5 locations: Perth, Murray Street, St George Terrace, Kalgoorlie, Midland | Located in Western Australia, Perth (Singapore and Dubai-international campuses), university’s main campus is South Street Campus. Home to a fully-operation engineering plant, main campus features beautiful native bushlands. |
| Library | 4 libraries: TL Robertson Library, John Cutin Prime Ministerial Library, WA School of Mines Kalgoorlie Library, Curtin Graduate School of Business Library; Several partner libraries in Malaysia and Singapore | Total e-books: 3,49,661; physical books: 3,53,744; digital journals: 63,132; physical journals: 305; total other resources: 70,159. This includes special and subject collections. |
| Campus Life | 130 Curtin Student Guild clubs including Computer Science Club and Curtin Harry Potter Society; Campus has food, retail, health, and childcare facilities; learning support services offering free programs and workshops for students | Find on-campus food options catering to snacking and hearty meals, hangout a student hub, join clubs or societies (over 100), get involved in organizations run by students, enjoy various events like stamp-out stress day or multicultural day at Bush Court or Tavern, join social sports team, or indulge in staying fit at Fitness Zone. |
| Hostel | #Curtin Kalgoorlie (1 Bedroom) - $12720 | #Weekly expenses for accommodation - $120 #Weekly expenses for accommodation - $440 |
| Famous Alumni | Judy Davis (Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning actress); John Butler (musician); Priya Cooper (Gold medal swimmer at Sydney Paralympics Games); Brad Hogg (cricketer); Tracy Ryan (poet) | Basil Zempilas (American TV presenter), Michael Keenan (member of Australian house of representatives), Adam Bandt (Australian Federal MP), Scott Ludlam (Former Senator-Australia), Kim Scott (novelist), Toby Miller (Author), Alan Eggleston (Australian Senator), Sue Lines (Australian Senator), etc. |
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