Non-Award
Learn core components of software development, including programming, algorithms, and application development for Apple devices, aimed at enhancing employability in SMEs and various industries.
Computing skills enhance employability in many areas of science - especially in the vast majority of industries and organisations that rely on efficient and secure computer systems.
In this course, you will learn the core components required to develop complex computer applications for small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) in particular. You'll learn about programming, algorithms, and the entire development cycle - from gathering requirements to testing.
You'll also learn about application development for the Apple device ecosystem. Your learning will be informed by knowledge at the forefront of software development in general.
The skills you'll gain in this course are ideal for positions in SMEs where programming is valuable as a complementary science expertise.
What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.
Subjects you must have studied in high school to be eligible for entry into a course.
High school subjects that aren't essential for entry into the course, but provide a good foundation.
There are no desirable WACE subjects for this course.
Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.
StepUp grants additional ATAR points to help eligible students qualify for admission.
Successful StepUp Entry and StepUp Equity Adjustment Admission Pathway (StepUp Bonus) applicants will be eligible to be considered for admission into this course.
If you don't meet our minimum admission criteria, the UniReady Enabling Program can help you qualify for entry into a range of undergraduate courses.
The certificate IV is the minimum requirement for university entry. It qualifies you for entry to Curtin courses with a 70 ATAR. You must also meet English language proficiency and check that you meet any extra subject prerequisites (where applicable).
The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin's English proficiency requirements.
STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway, but may be used to demonstrate English language proficiency.
Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.
You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.