Curtin University is an Australian public research university based in Bentley, Perth, Western Australia. Swinburne University of Technology is a public research university based in Melbourne, Australia.
| Curtin University | Swinburne University of Technology | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | # 294 QS World University 2026 # 251 Times Higher Education 2025 # 291 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 | # 176 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025 # 601 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 # 201 for Law by Times Higher Education 2025 |
| Programs | UG Programs -123 PG Programs -62 | UG Programs -90 PG Programs -39 Doctorate Programs -9 |
| Acceptance Rate | 50.0 % | 66.0 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT-600 GRE-304 IELTS-6.5 PTE-69 TOEFL-68 | IELTS-5.5 PTE-42 TOEFL-65 |
| 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 18844 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 25635 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 3600 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.
| Average graduate salary for the degrees are as follows: MBA: $66,000 Masters: $64,000 BBA: $52,000 Master in Science: $51,000 |
| application requirements | 60% – 70% for admission in UG; Grading System Description; Portfolio | Submit official transcripts of all your previous education Submit English language proficiency test scores Check program specific requirements |
| Campuses and B-Schools | Curtin Business School | NA |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.4/10 Read 9 reviews | 7.5/10 Read 19 reviews |
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| General Facts | Curtin University | Swinburne University of Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1966 | 1908 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 18:1 | 25:1 |
| Male:Female | 49% Male, 51% Female | 62% Male, 38% 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 | University has three campuses based in Melbourne, located in Hawthorn, Croydon and Wantirna, and one in Sarawak, Malaysia. Close to public transport, the campuses offer state-of-the-art facilities and unique learning environments to support students in their studies. |
| 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 | The library of the university provides various resources like databases, journals, e-books etc. Other supports like IT services, research services are also provided at the university. |
| 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 | Swineburne is a dynamic, innovative, and ever-evolving institution. The focus of the institution is on making students career-ready. The university is internationally recognised for high-impact research, with eight of its STEM research fields ranked well above the world standard. |
| Hostel | #Curtin Kalgoorlie (1 Bedroom) - $12720 | #Campus housing - $1000 #Homestay (rent/month) - $1200 #Sharing rental - $600 #One bedroom (rent/month) - $800 |
| 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) | Garth Davis: film director |
| City Life | Perth is a hub to innovation and industries and has a thriving economy. The unemployment rate is low as 3.5% and the city is known to be only 2.5 hours away (WA time zone) for 60% of the world's population. Access to global services is high and the city is known for its crystal clear beaches and sunset coasts. | When you’re living in Melbourne, there is never a shortage of things to do — and many of the options won’t cost you a cent. Spend your days exploring the city's famous laneways, museums, parks and sporting events. Once your feet get sore, hop on the free City Circle tram and jump off at some of the city’s major attractions including Federation Square, Princess Theatre, Melbourne Aquarium, shops and cafes. Once the sun sinks beneath the horizon, the city takes on another life. Live music and theatre, entertaining buskers, a buzzing bar scene and some of Australia’s best restaurants all come to life. When you’re living in Melbourne, you have a wonderful base for day trips and extended holidays to the Great Ocean Road, Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula, Phillip Island, Mount Dandenong, Macedon Ranges and more. With bus, rail and plane connections close by, exploring the rest of Australia is easy to do. |
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