Community Development works in partnership with schools and communities to widen participation in higher education and enrich the student experience at Curtin. Our programs support university access and aspiration, foster leadership and volunteering, and create meaningful opportunities for students to make a positive local and global impact.
Our Programs & Partnerships.
Staff are invited to get in touch for more information about regional and rural strategy & partnership opportunities.
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AHEAD Program
Engaging students from underrepresented communities with opportunities for higher education through on-campus experiences, camps, school based workshops and mentoring.
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Rising Scholars
The Rising Scholar Program (RSP) offers high ability students a tertiary learning experience at Curtin while still in high school. Gifted students engage with staff and students through one of the available delivery modes of the university (either on-campus or online). The program considers outstanding Year 10, 11 or 12 students for admission.
To learn more about the program visit our page by clicking below or contact us at rising.scholar@curtin.edu.au
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Prison Outreach
We work alongside community partners with incarcerated students to provide a range of courses and programs that help them to meet their educational goals
Contact us at prisonoutreach@curtin.edu.au
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Regional Changemakers Program
An interdisciplinary course made available to students that partners with local regional and remote communities to equip students with the necessary changemaker skills for effectively advocating, collaborating, and co-creating regenerative strategies and solutions within these communities while using their chosen pathway.
To learn more about the program visit Curtin’s Regional Opportunities or click the button below
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Curtin Extra
Curtin Extra supports meaningful co‑curricular participation by combining recognition with intentional learning, reflection and skill development – contributing to students’ personal growth, wellbeing, belonging and future success beyond the classroom.
Community Programs and Volunteering
Community Programs and Volunteering brings together Curtin Volunteers! (CV!) and Curtin Design Jam to connect students with meaningful opportunities to create positive change. Through hands-on volunteering and collaborative social innovation experiences, students support communities while building skills, confidence and a strong sense of social responsibility.
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Leadership Development Opportunities
Leadership Development programs support students to build self‑awareness, confidence and the skills needed to lead with purpose.