Cut-off scores and prerequisites
Cut-off Scores
TER cut-off scores vary from course to course. To find out the cut-off score for a particular Curtin course, see the Course Overview.
TER scores explained
There are usually three TER scores that are published by Curtin each year.
The eligibility TER is an indicator of the minimum required before you would be considered for entry to a course. While this is a required minimum, the actual entry point may be higher.
The cut-off TER the lowest TER score achieved by a Year 12 applicant who was admitted into a course in an admission year. This is driven by demand for a course and should not be considered as an indication of ability required.
The mean TER is the average mark students attained in the previous admission year. Generally speaking, if you aim for the mean you are likely to be successful in your application year.
Prerequisites
Many courses at Curtin require a knowledge of certain subjects (that is, achieved a scaled mark of at least 50%) and these entry requirements for courses will vary considerably. The Course Overview provides specific information, including prerequisites and preferred subjects, for all courses offered at Curtin.
Prerequisite information can also be obtained from TISC. Visit www.tisc.edu.au.
English Competence
Regardless of what you choose to study, Curtin requires you to demonstrate competency in English. You will normally need one of the following:
- a final score of at least 50% in TEE English or English Literature;
- a mark of at least 145 in the STAT Written English test taken from 1996 onwards (or a mark of 150 prior to 1996);
- an appropriate level of pass in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Valid for two years only. You must have sat the academic test to qualify for university entry.
There are other ways to satisfy Curtin's English requirement. Refer to the list of approved English qualifications [.pdf].
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