Curtin University Dubai

Proficiency in both spoken and written English is essential for students at Curtin. Students applying to Curtin University Dubai UAE are expected to showcase decent language proficiency in both written and oral English. This allows students to interact with a global cohort, share experiences and learn from others easily. In general, the university requires an overall IELTS band score of 6.5, with no band lesser than 6.0 for most UG courses. The university accepts TOEFL, PTE and IELTS scores. However, the exact cut-off score for each programme varies greatly. Typically, the cut off is lesser for technical courses and higher if you are choosing a language, arts or management degree.

All Curtin University Dubai scholarships have some terms and conditions tied to them. Each scholarship or grant is provided for a specific duration and requires applicants to remain in 'good standing' with the university, and fulfil certain criteria. In the majority of such instances, you must remain enrolled in the same programme that you initially signed up for to retain scholarship eligibility, though you may be able to change your major or minor subjects. Thus, if you are switching courses at the university but still want to retain your scholarship, you will have to check the specific conditions provided by the university, and notify the scholarship office before switching programs.

For international students studying on student visa, changing programs may also affect your visa status, especially if the new programme chosen has different credit point requirements.

To be considered for a scholarship at Curtin University, you must apply for it with supporting documentation. If you are applying for multiple scholarships simultaneously, you would need to submit each of them separately. For need-based scholarships, applicants may have to show proof of their income statements or previous bank transactions. For scholarships based on academic performance, achievements or grades, applicants have to show valid proof of the same. Some Curtin University Dubai scholarships may also involve viva or assessment tests to assure the admission committee of the applicant's competence. Students may also be asked to write a cover letter or scholarship essay, where they have to elaborate on what makes them deserving of the same, and how the grant would be helpful for them. Some of the most popular at Curtin University Dubai scholarships include:

• The Sp Wahi Scholarship for Excellence
• The Pro Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
• The Zafar Siddiqi Innovation & Enterprise Scholarship

Though most students are eligible for single scholarships only, Curtin University also allows meritorious and financially-struggling students with support through multiple scholarships. The Curtin Excellence scholarship, Curtin STAR scholarship, the John Curtin scholarship programme and the Harry Perkins scholarship are some of the major programs that offer fee rebates to both national and international applicants. Applicants may however be able to apply for multiple scholarships and grants, provided that they meet the necessary eligibility criteria. Each such scholarship has a specific amount that is granted per semester, and applicants may also be expected to maintain a certain CGPA in each semester to continue getting the grant allotted. 

Yes, Curtin University allows applicants to defer their admission offers for up to 12 months. Deferments allow students to postpone their admissions and choose the session that they want to enrol in, which offers them greater flexibility. Applicants willing to defer their admissions need to log into the application portal and initiate the deferral process, mentioning the reason for deferment. Additionally, if applicants need to defer it for more than 12 months, they need to submit a request for the same using an online deferment form. The university then inform applicants about their decision, based on the number of admissions and the slots available for the chosen program.