Curtin University

In the highly regarded Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), Curtin University ranks in the top 1% of universities worldwide. Also,  95% of Curtin University’s research output was rated at or above world standard in Excellence in Research for Australia Results 2018. Also, Curtin University ranks in the Top 50 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject for 2023 for various subjects like Mineral and Mining Engineering, Geophysics, Geology, Earth and Marine Sciences.

Curtin University Australia is #1 for graduate employment. Of Western Australia's public universities, Curtin University Australia has highest rate of graduates finding full time employment as per Good Universities Guide. University in the only WA university that has achieved a QS 5+ star rating, the highest available for a tertiary institute.

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Curtin University Australia's ranking has improved over the years attracting many Indian students. In THE World University Rankings, Curtin University ranks #251-300 in 2026. In QS rankings, university ranks #189 in 2027. According to U.S. News & World Report, university ranks #155 in 2026 in best global universities category.

Yes, the University of Curtin accepts international students. More than 50,000 students study at Curtin University. As per the facts of 2021, a total of 12,794 international students were enrolled at the University of Curtin. The total onshore Indian population at Curtin University Australia is 570.

QS specifies that Curtin University is one of the public universities that is located in Perth, Australia. Now, it is a globally recognised university has grown to reach more corners of the world. It is operating out of 5 countries with 9 unique campus locations and is in the top 1% of the universities worldwide as per ARWU 2022. It has over 50,000 students and more than 3,000 staff.

The University of Curtin is globally recognised for its strong connections with industry, high-impact research and a wide range of innovative courses. Furthermore, some of the top-ranked subjects of Curtin University as mentioned in the QS World University Rankings by subject 2023 (globally) are stated below:

• Mineral and Mining Engineering: #2
• Geology: #26
• Geophysics: #29
• Earth and Marine Sciences: #33

Both University of Western Australia and Curtin University are the top-ranked universities in Australia. Students can check below the ranking of the University of Western Australia vs Curtin University by year:

The comparative QS World rankings of La Trobe University, Curtin University and the University of Adelaide are given in the following table: