Founded in 1966, Curtin University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Perth (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Western Australia. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Kalgoorlie, Northam, Sydney, Miri and Singapore. Officially recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Australia, Curtin University (Curtin) is a very large coeducational Australian higher education institution. Curtin University (Curtin) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 56 years old Australian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Australian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Curtin also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.