Murdoch University

Founded in 1973, Murdoch was the second university in Western Australia, and the first in Australia to introduce a flexible admissions system, making education more accessible. Today, having grown into a global centre for teaching, learning, research and industry, Murdoch remains a place of inclusive education with a reputation for teaching excellence, as well as world-class learning and research facilities. In addition to inclusive education, Murdoch has always been associated with the environment, conservation and social justice. Murdoch University boasts a strong global presence, with campuses in Dubai, Singapore, and Malaysia, as well as multiple locations in Western Australia. With more than 25,000 students and 2,400 staff from 90 different countries, Murdoch is proud to be recognised for the impact that its staff and students have made in terms of innovation and research – from uncovering hidden parts of the human immune system to using virtual reality to combat climate change, or changing lives with a compassion and mindfulness-based therapy program. To study at Murdoch is to join a global community of independent thinkers who are working towards building a better, more sustainable future.

Students have access to a number of support services to help them adjust to life at university and living in Perth. Murdoch also has over 110 groups and clubs so students can easily meet new people and make the most of their time at Murdoch.

Murdoch University was awarded an overall five-star rating from the QS Stars Assessment 2024, as well as five-stars for teaching, employability, learning facilities and inclusiveness.

Receiving a university scholarship is a welcome addition to any study journey. For many, it may even be a life-changing opportunity. With scholarships worth over AUD 2.5 million awarded every year, Murdoch University students from all walks of life enjoy the benefits a scholarship can bring.

Murdoch scholarships

Murdoch offers a range of scholarships to support international students which contribute to living expenses involved with university study including transport, stationary and other expenses.

A range of scholarships are available for:

• International students
• Students experiencing financial difficulties
• Students who excel academically
• Students who choose specific study options

Government scholarships

The Australia Awards Scholarships, offered by the Australian government, can be applied to by international students. These allow completion of study, research and professional development.

To explore the full list of scholarships available and find out how to apply for them, students can visit the Murdoch University website.

Murdoch University always prioritises the student experience, offering a range of support services.

International student support

Murdoch offers a range of support services and events to help international students adjust to university life. There is a dedicated support team for first year students, course advisors at the student centre, and a range of health, academic and other support services.

MyMurdoch Advice

The MyMurdoch Advice team provides students with valuable guidance and tips to ensure that they have a successful start to university life. Student success advisors and peer academic coaches offer personalised support services, providing helpful resources and English language support, advising on course plans, showcasing academic skills and much more.

Student Central

The Student Central team supports students from the moment they arrive on-campus through to the day they graduate. Students can chat to the team about fees, parking permits, enrolment and class sign-up, student ID cards or general course information.

Careers and Employability

The careers and employability team are there to assist students in planning and developing their career, from simple, self-directed activities through to one-on-one, personalised career advice.

Emmanuel Nene Dei, Master of Health Administration, Policy and Leadership

"I came to Murdoch University in January 2019 as a recipient of the Australia Award Africa Scholarship. Prior to coming to Australia, I was working in research, planning and data management for the National Blood Service of Ghana.

Murdoch was the only university in Australia that had all my aspirations and interests rolled up in one course. I found the health leadership aspect in particular very attractive and inspiring because I want to be a global citizen leading change in any field I work in, but especially the health sector.

My experience at Murdoch University made me realise my strengths and passion in life. My time at Murdoch has changed me. My critical and analytical thinking skills have been sharpened, and I have learned to approach problems and challenges with a scientific and evidence-based mindset.

Something I've learned at Murdoch, is that every single person has the potential to excel beyond their current abilities if they are willing to learn and they receive the right support. We need to encourage people and give them the opportunity to prove themselves. Also remember that every individual's viewpoint is important, and no one should be sidelined. We might be diverse in our thoughts, but it is in this diversity that we will find our strength.

Students won't regret coming to Murdoch. It's the right environment to propel them into the future they deserve."

To view more stories, students can visit the Murdoch website. There are plenty of events and developments showcasing why Murdoch is a great place to study.

Study options at Murdoch University, at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, are developed in partnership with professional bodies and industry, so graduates enter the job market with an edge.

Murdoch University's industry connections mean students have access to a range of work placements and internships to help them gain practical skills and sought-after experience.

Murdoch offers career development learning units in all bachelor's degrees not already aligned with professional accreditations, industry placements or project opportunities. All students also have direct access to modules to assist with career decision making, job application writing and interview skills, as well as a careers portal to search for jobs, industry events and resources.

Murdoch University's careers and employment service also offers workshops that help students with their resumes, one-on-one career counselling sessions, information on career fairs, and much more.

In 2023, Murdoch opened a new teaching and learning building, Boola Katitjin, which changes the way students learn. Boola Katitjin was crowned the best higher education building at the 2023 World Architecture Festival, and deservedly so – it's designed with students at its heart with Australian-first technology, in addition to an inclusive and sustainable design which follows the biophilic principle of connecting occupants to nature. Boola Katitjin, a Whadjuk Noongar name meaning ‘lots of learning', stands on country that has been a place of learning for tens of thousands of years.

Located at the centre of Murdoch University's Perth campus, the building enables students, staff and industry to meet, work and engage in its 21 large teaching and learning spaces, technology-rich labs, and immersive industry collaboration facilities. There is also informal ‘peer to peer' learning and plenty of other student services on offer.

Boola Katitjin also provides students with a fresh space to collaborate and socialise, do group assignments and hang out with friends.

Students of Murdoch University will benefit from the wide range of facilities on offer designed to offer academic and personal support.

Engineering Pilot Plant

Murdoch's nationally renowned Bayer Pilot Plant is where engineering students learn real-world skills. It's one of only a few in Australia, and the only one of its kind in Western Australia.

The Animal Hospital and Working Farms

Murdoch's Perth campus is home to a veterinary clinic, a fully equipped veterinary hospital, working farm, a pet emergency centre and an equine centre with equine operating theatres.

Chiropractic Clinic

Chiropractic students will learn to treat patients in Murdoch's on-campus chiropractic clinic, which houses a rehabilitation centre, physiological therapeutics facility, consulting rooms and more.

IT Innovation Hub

Murdoch University's IT innovation Hub has the latest mixed and augmented reality equipment, an operational data centre and high-performance computing capabilities.

Law Moot Court

The Herbert Smith Freehills Moot Court gives students the opportunity to try hypothetical cases in a courtroom environment, develop advocacy and mooting skills, and compete against students from other law schools from the world over.

SimLabTM

Murdoch is the first university in Australia to offer SimLabTM technology, an immersive platform that provides students the opportunity to practise and improve their teaching techniques.

Sports Science Facility

Murdoch's sports science facility houses an exercise physiology laboratory, a performance laboratory with motion capture system and more.

Media Arts Centre

Murdoch's facilities for media and arts students include a sound stage, television, sound-mixing and radio studios, digital post-production facilities, digital and creation workplaces, and professional video and editing suites.

Nursing Simulation Suites

Murdoch's Mandurah and Perth campuses have clinical suites housing fully equipped clinical teaching wards, treatment areas, and simulation suites.