115530 v.3 Foundation Studies Program
Course CRICOS Code: 033858K
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
1 Year
Introduction
This program is designed to prepare international students to undertake university study at Curtin.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Completion of high school with above average grades, particularly in mathematics. The minimum English language requirement is an IELTS (Academic) band of 5 in all four skill areas or above, or TOEFL of 520 or above. Successful completion of the course satisfies the requirement for entry to the University, but not for entry to any particular course.
Duration and Availability
This program is two semesters full-time study, two intakes per year with limited fast track options in February and July.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 12656 | v.5 | English Communication 011 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12657 | v.6 | Academic Writing 011 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 12661 | v.5 | English Communication 012 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12662 | v.5 | Academic Writing 012 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10558 | v.4 | Foundation Mathematics 041 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10741 | v.3 | Commercial Studies 011 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11138 | v.6 | Humanities 011 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12659 | v.2 | Foundation Mathematics 043 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12660 | v.2 | Design 011 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303978 | v.2 | Chemistry for Foundation Studies 011 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10561 | v.4 | Foundation Mathematics 042 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10732 | v.3 | Chemistry for Foundation Studies 012 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 10742 | v.3 | Commercial Studies 012 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11236 | v.6 | Humanities 012 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12664 | v.2 | Foundation Mathematics 044 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12665 | v.2 | Design 012 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| NB | Discipline specific optional units related to the area of study are to be undertaken after Foundation Studies units |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2009 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2009 | Charles Telfair Inst Mauritius | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2009 | Charles Telfair Inst Mauritius | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
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