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SETARA RATING : Tier 5
Type : Private University
Estimated Fees (entire courses)
Curtin is the education and research hub in Asia, where students can gain global exposure.
Curtin emphasises the use of innovation in facilitating learning and research.
Curtin University is an Australian university ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide, according to the highly regarded Academic Ranking of World Universities 2017.
Why Study at Curtin University, Malaysia
Internal Scholarships Provided by Curtin University, Malaysia
Curtin Malaysia Merit Scholarship, please refer to the website here for the details.
Student Accommodation
Curtin University, Malaysia provides on- and off-campus accommodation. The on-campus accommodation is known as Lakeside Apartment I and Lakeside Apartment II. There are some off-campus accommodation options are Curtin Villa and Curtin Water 2. Students can choose to stay in private accommodation after their first year of study. There are various private housing areas near the campus. If students would like to know more about recommendations, they can get assistance from the housing office.
Transportation
There are free shuttle bus services provided for transport from the accommodation to the campus. Public buses and Grab are available around the university. Students may take a taxi or a Grab to the university from airport upon arrival.
Student Parking
The parking space provided in the university is free of charge. Monthly parking at Curtin’s housing area at Curtin Villa is RM25, and RM20 at Curtin Water 2. Miri is Sarawak’s largest city and it is located along the beach. Students tend to hang out at the beaches during the weekends. The famous Niah National Park is also only a 2-hour drive from the campus. There are also shopping malls with restaurants and clothes stores as well as entertainment centres including bowling, archery, a cinema and karaoke. Apart from that, Miri is also famous for diving.
Security
There is 24-hour surveillance on the campus and all Curtin housing areas. Students can only access to their accommodation with key card. Visitors who enter to the university are required to get permission from the security too.
Most Popular Courses
Foundation in Engineering and Science, Foundation in Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance), Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Marketing), Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Chemical Engineering), Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Mechanical Engineering), Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Civil and Construction Engineering), Bachelor of Science (Hons.) (Applied Geology)
Applying to Curtin University, Malaysia with SPM Trial Results
Yes, they can apply with their SPM trial result with the condition that their actual SPM result is meeting the entry requirement.
General Education Subjects (MPU)
The MPU subjects required by students are as follows: Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia; Hubungan Etnik; Leadership & Digital Entrepreneurship; Human Rights; Team Leadership and Community Service; National Language (only for those who did not get credit for BM at SPM level). Students must take only one MPU subject per semester (up to 5 or 6 semesters altogether).
Graduation Details
Graduation ceremonies are held once a year in April. Two complementary tickets are given to each graduate. The graduate only needs to pay for the rental of regalia at RM200.
Institute type | Private University |
Intake | Jan,Feb,Mar,May,Jul,Aug,Sep,Dec |
Campus Location | Miri |
Total Courses | 44 Courses Offered |
Curtin University offers reasonable and affordable tuition, with the fees for foundation studies starting from RM17,000. The fees for bachelor’s degree programmes start from RM88,000. As for postgraduate programmes, the fees start from RM25,500.
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RM 17,100
Full Time
Mar, Aug & Dec
12 Months
RM 17,100
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Feb, Mar , Jul & Aug
12 Months
RM 17,100
Full Time
Mar, Aug & Dec
48 Months
RM 118,784
Full Time
Feb & Jul
36 Months
RM 67,200
Full Time
Feb & Jul
12 Months
RM 17,100
Full Time
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12 Months
RM 17,100
Full Time
Feb, Mar , Jul & Aug
12 Months
RM 17,100
Full Time
Mar, Aug & Dec
48 Months
RM 118,784
Full Time
Feb & Jul
36 Months
RM 67,200
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Feb & Jul
36 Months
RM 67,200
Full Time
Feb & Jul
36 Months
RM 67,200
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36 Months
RM 67,200
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Feb & Jul
18 Months
RM 26,284
Full Time
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RM 26,284
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RM 26,284
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18 Months
RM 36,025
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RM 57,400
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Curtin Malaysia offers students four budget-friendly accommodation options within the university campus and in the immediate neighbourhood.
Hostel / Accommodation
Library
Outdoor Sports / Indoor Games
Cafeteria
Fitness Centre / GYM
Labs & Workshops
Auditorium
Transportation (BUS)
Jogging Track
Students Car Parking
Indoor ATM
Convenience stores
Development Centre
Lecture Theaters
WiFi Connectivity
Student lounge
clubs and societies
counselling
Shopping
MultiPurpose Hall
Administrative & Service
Established in 2002, Curtin Malaysia boasts an impressive 300-acre campus in the suburb of Senadin, Miri. The Sarawak campus combines wild beauty with innovative technology to create a perfect learning environment.
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Various scholarships are available to students of Curtin Malaysia, including the university's internal merit-based and need-based scholarships. External scholarship and financial aid providers include PTPTN, Daikin, Tunas Potensi and more.
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Keep up-to-date with the latest news from Curtin Malaysia, including Curtin University courses, Curtin University fees, Curtin University rankings, Curtin University scholarships, and everything else about Curtin University Sarawak.
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The International Medical University possesses more than 22 years of experience in the health care education and has a highly qualified lectuers that impart quality education through their extensive experience in the relevant field.
Curtin University have beautiful and peaceful environment. Student able to enjoy the facilities provided to have a better study experience. As a West Malaysian, studying in Curtin make me feel like it is my second home.
Curtin University Malaysia has given me many opportunities for enhancing my presentation skills, encouraging me to face the difficulties and nourishing my CV.
Joined Orientation Leader, dance club, basketball club, comittee of Engineering Australia and more. It was great.
The Curtin University, Malaysia's address is as follows:
CDT 250, 98009 Miri,
Sarawak
Students should choose to study at Curtin Malaysia due to its worldwide recognition, prestigious reputation and ideal campus location.
Popular courses at Curtin Malaysia include business studies, particularly the various double majors offered. Engineering courses at Curtin Malaysia are also popular.
Curtin Malaysia’s internationally recognised degrees are the same as those awarded in Australia. The only difference is its unique location on the northwest coast of Sarawak.
Curtin Malaysia offers internal merit and need-based scholarships as well as external scholarships from leading companies such as Daiken.
Intakes are usually in March and August for foundation studies and February and July/August for undergraduate studies.
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