Exams, assessments and big decisions about your future 鈥� high school is a lot.
When you summit the mountain that is your final year of schooling, 测辞耻鈥檒l also be opening the door to a world of opportunities at uni.
But what exactly do you have to look forward to? What does life at Curtin actually look like?
If you’re chasing good the best insights to what鈥檚 so great about student life, 迟丑别谤别鈥檚 one place to check: TikTok.
In this article, we鈥檒l uncover what our students think of life at Curtin and all the possibilities waiting for you.
Firstly, what鈥檚 the Curtin Perth campus like?
Vibrant, social and expansive, Curtin Perth is the place to be.
Campus isn鈥檛 just a place to study, it鈥檚 more like a miniature city, with spots to relax, commune and connect 鈥� between lectures and beyond.
Second-to-none facilities make studying a breeze, delicious eats are around every corner and 迟丑别谤别鈥檚 always an event happening somewhere on campus, so 测辞耻鈥檒l never get bored.
Here鈥檚 what stands out to our students about Curtin campus life.
Seven things to look forward to when 测辞耻鈥檙别 studying at Curtin
Studying at Curtin is about more than your academic journey alone. While 测辞耻鈥檙别 chipping away at your degree, you can create Universe of opportunities for fun, growth, connection and learning.
Let鈥檚 discover what TikTok ranks as the best aspects of life at Curtin.
7. Discovering the best snacks on campus
While your go-to snacks of the moment might be whatever you can find in the fridge, or anything within hands reach, Curtin is about to change that.
Spoilt for choice is an understatement when we鈥檙e talking about food on campus. From inexpensive options to indulgent dining, there’s so much to enjoy.
You鈥檒l likely be a fast friend of the five cafes, including Concept Coffee Co. in the bustling Guild Precinct and the iconic Basement Cafe in the Engineering Precinct. The icing on the cake: Guild members can save 10% on every order.
Let鈥檚 see what our students鈥� favourite spots are.
And that鈥檚 not to mention the food trucks 鈥� a rotating selection of some of the finest eats and drinks around, and the quick, delicious meal you need between lectures. Your tastebuds will be thanking you.
6. Unlocking Curtin鈥檚 hidden gems
Curtin鈥檚 campus is the gift that keeps on giving. Charming laneways, hidden nooks and secret parks all just waiting to be discovered.
Throughout your course, 测辞耻鈥檒l take the long way between classes or wander to a part of campus 测辞耻鈥檙别 not usually in and continue to stumble upon something new.
Take a peek at some of the hidden gems on campus.
There鈥檚 much to see, so we鈥檝e chopped the list down to three gems to keep an eye out for:
If 测辞耻鈥檙别 keen to explore (and rack up that step count) you can uncover our full map of hidden treasures, .
5. Enjoying the Exchange Precinct
Another one for the foodies!
Exchange is a hub of deliciousness. This iconic precinct, on the northern side of campus, is jam-packed with the best grub around from Pretzel鈥檚 deliciously indulgent carbs to Banh Mizzle鈥檚 fresh and flavourful b谩nh m矛 鈥� and we鈥檙e just scratching the surface.
It鈥檚 where 测辞耻鈥檒l refuel between tutes, meet with friends after class and grab meals during big study seshes. There are always events on too, with pop-ups like our happening year-round.
Take a look at five must-try spots (but be warned, it’ll make your stomach rumble).
As they say, bone apple tea.
4. Exploring the new TL Robertson Library
Another highlight of Curtin life: our Library.
The TL Robertson Library is something else 鈥� six stories of diverse working spaces, modern architecture and engaging activities await you.
Take a look.
Between classes, 测辞耻鈥檒l hang out on the ground floor 鈥� open space, plenty of comfy study nooks and the delicious Guild Cafe Library for all your snacking needs.
When you need to crunch out some work, level 6 and the Reading Room are your hubs for quiet individual study. The fresh decor makes focusing on your studies a breeze.
When the sun is shining, 测辞耻鈥檒l head to the outdoor terrace on level 4. Soak up the sunshine, people watch over Henderson Court and enjoy the smell of fresh air. You鈥檒l walk back into the Library rejuvenated and ready to rumble.
When you’ve a case of brain block, level 3 has just the fix. This is where 测辞耻鈥檒l find The Makerspace 鈥� a hub of the tech, tools, equipment and materials you need to bring your creative ideas to life.
Watch how Maggie spends a study day at the Library.
3. Finding the best hang-out spots
We鈥檝e touched on the iconic Library, but did you know that鈥檚 just the beginning of the places to study and hang on campus?
From our celebrated faculty buildings, like the award-winning School of Design and the Built Environment, to our outdoor areas, the facilities around campus are second-to-none.
Discover the spots our students love.
In the warmer months (so, most of the year in Perth), 测辞耻鈥檒l want to check out these outdoor spaces too 鈥� nothing like some fresh air and sunshine to get the creative juices flowing!
Safe to say, there are plenty of options, and 测辞耻鈥檒l love picking a new spot to set up each day.
2. Join in the festivities
鈥淭here鈥檚 always something going on around campus鈥� 鈥� every student says it, and 迟丑别谤别鈥檚 a reason why.
With a rolling list of events, activities, showcases and festivals, campus is bustling with life year-round.
When 测辞耻鈥檙别 at Curtin, 测辞耻鈥檒l be blocking out your calendar for events like , where culture, celebrations and cuisines from around the globe flood the laneways, gardens and promenades of campus.
You鈥檒l love the chance to get networking and upskill professionally, within or beyond your field of study, at events like our Student Startup Weekend.
The casual pop-up events across campus are a highlight too 鈥� like the new or our Barefoot lunches.
Those looking to make the most of the offerings on campus will follow and keep a keen eye on what the is up to.
1. Find your stride
One of the best parts about university life is that 测辞耻鈥檒l be meeting new people, discovering different perspectives and building lifelong friendships.
You might meet people in class, on campus, at clubs and societies or through Curtin Volunteers! 鈥� the list goes on.
When we asked our students, they had some things to say about making friends at uni.
Extra curriculars and social clubs are credited by a fair few students as their friendship-making tool. With over 100+ student clubs, 迟丑别谤别鈥檚 bound to be a community for you. And if not 鈥� start one!
Here鈥檚 how some of our students are getting involved.
Peek behind-the-scenes at the fun and impactful work of our crew.
Feeling inspired? We thought you might be. Get the ball rolling and have a look at all the ways you can get involved in clubs, societies and volunteering, here.
Time to build your best uni life
Life at Curtin is right around the corner. The best part? It鈥檚 waiting for you to craft it into something amazing and the opportunities ahead are vast.
When you choose to study at Curtin 测辞耻鈥檙别 not just making an investment in your future career, 测辞耻鈥檙别 opening the door to new opportunities, industry connections and personal growth.
Ready to explore how uni could shape your future?
Discover a Universe of opportunities at Curtin.
