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Financial assistance

Postgraduate study you can afford.

Financial AssistanceThe financial implications of postgraduate study may seem overwhelming but there are ways to minimise the impact.

Financial support for Australian Residents

 

FEE-HELP

Australian citizens and holders of permanent humanitarian visas undertaking postgraduate study have the option of applying for FEE-HELP. This scheme offers all eligible students an income contingent loan facility to pay their postgraduate fees in courses at Curtin.

Visit the "Going to Uni" website to find out more

Austudy, Abstudy and Youth Allowance

The Federal Government operates Austudy and Abstudy schemes that provide living and other allowances to full-time students enrolled in approved courses.

Find out more at the Curtin Student Guild website Find out more 

Tax benefits

Your enrolment in postgraduate study at Curtin may entitle you to an income tax deduction for tuition fees and related expenses. You may be able to claim for:

  • Tuition fees.
  • Textbooks, stationery and photocopying costs.
  • Student association fees.
  • Depreciation of your computer (or the portion of its use relating to the course work).
  • Interest incurred on an expenses loan.
  • Travel between home and the University or work and the University.

Visit the Australian Taxation Office for more information or telephone: 13 28 61

Scholarships

A number of postgraduate scholarships are available, mainly for higher degrees by research.
Find out more at Curtin's scholarships website.

Grants and Fellowships

Curtin's Office of Research and Development is responsible for the submission of all research grant applications.

Find out more at the Curtin Research and Development site

Book shop grants

The Curtin University Postgraduate Students’ Association (CUPSA) in association with the Curtin Student Guild allocates money in the form of bookshop equity grants to eligible students.

Collect application forms from the CUPSA website or office.