The Certificate IV Foundation Studies consist of eight pre-university level units studied over a period of two to three trimesters. For most courses, progression to Diploma requires a pass grade of 50% or better. However, some courses require a higher final average to progress to Diploma stage. The Tertiary Access Program consists of four pre-university level units studied over a period of one trimester. Progression to Diploma requires a specified final average result. University Level Program Curtin College offers university-level diploma programs in Commerce, Arts and Creative Industries, Built Environment including Architecture, Information Technology, Engineering, Health Sciences, Humanities, Actuarial Science, and Mathematical Sciences and Finance. The diploma is equivalent to Curtin University's Year 1 Degree Program. All students who successfully complete the Curtin College Diploma and who have met the minimum academic entry requirements are guaranteed entry and advanced standing into relevant undergraduate programs at Curtin University. Student experience and services Curtin College has staff to support students in the adjustment to living and studying in Australia and/or to assist them in resolving problems which may affect the successful completion of studies. The college also runs a number of free workshops to help students to develop skills in key areas and improve their chances of success in studies. The content in these workshops has been specifically designed to support the academic and language skills required in the core units students are taking. The college has recently started an Academic Peers Program. Students can seek help from a list of Academic Peers, who are fellow Curtin College students who have done well in one or more subjects (achieved 70% or more) and are willing to share their knowledge, skills and experience with other students. This means that students wanting assistance, advice or guidance in subjects are able to contact these high achieving students. In addition to the college's strong support services, the college has a dedicated group of student leaders who organize activities on a regular basis for students. Curtin College also has a group of student mentors who actively participate in orientation programs and help students settle into campus life in their first weeks. References Open Universities Australia Universities in Western Australia