Program Overview

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Bachelor of Science (Industrial Optimisation)

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Industrial Optimisation) is a three-year full-time or equivalent part-time study program that focuses on understanding and applying mathematical and statistical principles and concepts in areas such as operations research to solve problems relevant to science, industry, commerce, and government.

Admission Criteria

ATAR Pathway

• Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites): None
• Desirable WACE subjects: None

Alternative Pathways

• Indigenous applicant: The Centre for Aboriginal Studies offers bridging courses tailored to help Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants gain entry into this course.

English Requirements

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)
  • Writing: 6
  • Speaking: 6
  • Reading: 6
  • Listening: 6
  • Overall band score: 6

Fees and Scholarships

Fee information is not available for this course at this time. Estimated course fees can be found on the university's website.

Location

• Curtin Perth

How to Apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice. Each campus has different application deadlines.

Course Structure

The course structure can be viewed on the university's website.

Specialisations

Specialisations available from Humanities and Science include:

• Actuarial Financial Mathematics Specialisation
• Advertising Design Specialisation
• Animation and Game Design Specialisation
• Anthropology and Sociology Specialisation
• Asian Studies Specialisation
• Chinese Language Specialisation
• Construction Management Specialisation
• Corporate Screen Production Specialisation
• Creative Writing Specialisation
• Design Thinking and Visual Communication Specialisation
• Designing Fashion Specialisation
• Digital Design Specialisation
• Digital and Social Media Specialisation
• English and Cultural Studies Specialisation
• Environmental Planning Specialisation
• Fashion Design Specialisation
• Fine Art Specialisation
• Geography Specialisation
• Graphic Design Specialisation
• Graphics Specialisation
• History Specialisation
• Illustration Specialisation
• Interior Architecture – Applied Interior Design Specialisation
• Interior Architecture Specialisation
• International Development Specialisation
• Journalism Specialisation
• Landscape and Natural Resource Management Specialisation
• Photography Specialisation
• Principles of Planning Specialisation
• Professional Writing Specialisation
• Screen Production Specialisation
• Social Inclusion and Equity Specialisation
• Social Justice Specialisation
• Surveying and Spatial Sciences Specialisation
• Theatre Arts Specialisation
• Urban Design and Planning Specialisation
• Web Media Specialisation
• Web Presence Specialisation

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Specialisations

Specialisations available from Humanities and Science include:

• Actuarial Financial Mathematics Specialisation
• Advertising Design Specialisation
• Animation and Game Design Specialisation
• Anthropology and Sociology Specialisation
• Asian Studies Specialisation
• Chinese Language Specialisation
• Construction Management Specialisation
• Corporate Screen Production Specialisation
• Creative Writing Specialisation
• Design Thinking and Visual Communication Specialisation
• Designing Fashion Specialisation
• Digital Design Specialisation
• Digital and Social Media Specialisation
• English and Cultural Studies Specialisation
• Environmental Planning Specialisation
• Fashion Design Specialisation
• Fine Art Specialisation
• Geography Specialisation
• Graphic Design Specialisation
• Graphics Specialisation
• History Specialisation
• Illustration Specialisation
• Interior Architecture – Applied Interior Design Specialisation
• Interior Architecture Specialisation
• International Development Specialisation
• Journalism Specialisation
• Landscape and Natural Resource Management Specialisation
• Photography Specialisation
• Principles of Planning Specialisation
• Professional Writing Specialisation
• Screen Production Specialisation
• Social Inclusion and Equity Specialisation
• Social Justice Specialisation
• Surveying and Spatial Sciences Specialisation
• Theatre Arts Specialisation
• Urban Design and Planning Specialisation
• Web Media Specialisation
• Web Presence Specialisation

Bachelor of Innovation Specialisations

Specialisations available from Humanities, Science, and the Centre for Aboriginal Studies include:

• Advertising Design Specialisation
• Animation and Game Design Specialisation
• Asian Studies Specialisation
• Biological Diversity Minor
• Climate Change Science Minor
• Construction Management Specialisation
• Corporate Screen Production Specialisation
• Creative Writing Specialisation
• Design Thinking and Visual Communication Specialisation
• Designing Fashion Specialisation
• Digital and Social Media Specialisation
• Environmental Management Minor
• Environmental Planning Specialisation
• Fashion Design Specialisation
• Fine Art Specialisation
• Food Science Minor
• Forensic Studies Minor
• Geophysics Minor
• Geospatial Technology Minor
• Go Global – Internship Specialisation 1
• Go Practice – Internship Specialisation 1
• Graphic Design Specialisation
• Graphics Specialisation
• Illustration Specialisation
• Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies Specialisation
• Interior Architecture – Applied Interior Design Specialisation
• Interior Architecture Specialisation
• International Development Specialisation
• Landscape Restoration Minor
• Landscape and Natural Resource Management Specialisation
• Mapping and Land Planning Minor
• Metallurgy Minor
• Mining Minor
• Optimisation Minor
• Photography Specialisation
• Principles of Planning Specialisation
• Screen Production Specialisation
• Social Inclusion and Equity Specialisation
• Social Justice Specialisation
• Strategic Studies Specialisation
• Theatre Arts Specialisation
• Urban Design and Planning Specialisation
• Web Media Specialisation
• Web Presence Specialisation

What You'll Learn

• Understand and apply mathematical and statistical principles and concepts in areas such as operations research to solve problems relevant to science, industry, commerce, and government.
• Apply mathematical and statistical methods to critically analyse problems in industrial optimisation and to think creatively to generate innovative solutions.
• Locate, extract, and critically appraise relevant evidence and scientific literature in relation to industrial optimisation.
• Communicate effectively within the context of industrial optimisation through the written word and by oral presentation.
• Use new technologies to effectively gather data and communicate information.
• Understand the theoretical framework of industrial optimisation science and work as a responsible, reflective, self-directed, and motivated lifelong learner.
• Be aware of the diversity of international perspectives and apply international standards of practice within their profession.
• Respect the rights of individuals and the importance of cultural diversity within the scientific field.
• Display high levels of professional behaviour both independently and as a team member through the use of ethical practices within the scientific field.

Duration

This course is three years' full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Credit

A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.

CRICOS

The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) Code indicates a registered program offered to international students studying in Australia on student visas.

Location

The Curtin campuses or teaching locations where units of this course are offered.

• Curtin Perth

How to Apply

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Application Requirements

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• Visit us: You’ll find Curtin Connect in building 102 on the Perth campus. 8:30am to 4:30pm weekdays (Tuesday from 9:30am)

Other Requirements and Notes for This Course

This course is only available for international students from universities with student articulation agreements with Curtin University.

Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL)

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Pathway Finder Tool

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ATAR Breakdown

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Pathway Breakdown

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