A prisoner from Wooroloo Prison Farm has earned a place on Curtin University's Vice Chancellor's List.
This honour is reserved for the top 1% of Curtin's more than 60,000 students worldwide.
Prisoner Education Campus Manager, Alana Winsor, said the student's achievement was extraordinary given the circumstances.
"Despite the challenges of being incarcerated and without internet access, this student excelled in his Bachelor of Commerce studies, demonstrating remarkable dedication," she said.
The partnership between the Department of Justice and Curtin University aims to provide offenders who are close to their release with a pathway to improve their lives.
Curtin currently supports 150 incarcerated students across Australia.
Curtin's Prison Outreach Lead, Len Nielsen, said that accessible education has a broader impact on society.
"Research shows that education significantly improves rehabilitation outcomes, reduces recidivism, and helps individuals reintegrate as valued members of society."
The Wooroloo student said that the studies have given him hope for better opportunities after his release.
"I've changed as a person since coming to prison and starting my studies. Before I was lost, and studying has given me a whole new lease on life", he said.
Corrective Services Commissioner Brad Royce said the student's success also reflects the hard work and commitment of staff.
"This significant achievement is an example of how accessible education can change lives."
"It demonstrates that when we work together, people in our care can become productive members of society."
