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Murdoch University

QS#436AUS#26
Perth, Western Australia

Named after Sir Walter Murdoch, the university was established in 1973 with the goal to serve the local community. Fast forward to today, then university has evolved into an ever-growing and vibrant university with a foothold in the world's stage. The university is also the first in the country to earn the "university" status, and has pioneered the flexible admissions system in the country, where students can apply with pathways beyond the usual examinations. Consistently ranking in the QS World University Rankings Top 500, the university is currently home to over 25,000 students, 38% of them coming from all around the world.

#351 - 400
THE World Rankings
World's Top 100
in 1 in QS Subject Rankings
3,200
international students from 90+ countries

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Fields of Study (12)

SACE / WACE
from ATAR 50
Fee / year
from AUD 31,920

Study Areas (3)

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Campuses

Murdoch University's main campus is Perth and has a total of 3 campuses.

Studying in Perth(Main)

Living cost with rent
AUD $2,300 - $2,800
Rent / month
AUD $900 - $1,200
Perth Campus, was built on the foundations of free-thinking and curiosity to deliver a unique learning environment
Perth Campus, was built on the foundations of free-thinking and curiosity to deliver a unique learning environment
Bayer Pilot Plant, is an engineer’s playground. Specialist facility features a real-world engineering plant and equipment
Bayer Pilot Plant, is an engineer’s playground. Specialist facility features a real-world engineering plant and equipment
Nursing Sim Suite, working and learning in realistic environments to prepare students for the real world
Nursing Sim Suite, working and learning in realistic environments to prepare students for the real world
Exercise Physiology Laboratory, can test a wide range of physiological variables through a range of equipment
Exercise Physiology Laboratory, can test a wide range of physiological variables through a range of equipment
The Animal Hospital, dedicated to providing an exceptional level of care for you and your pet
The Animal Hospital, dedicated to providing an exceptional level of care for you and your pet
Moot Court, is a student body dedicated to encouraging mooting activities around the Law School
Moot Court, is a student body dedicated to encouraging mooting activities around the Law School
The Performance Laboratory is used for biomechanics and motor control research and teaching
The Performance Laboratory is used for biomechanics and motor control research and teaching
Media Production Studio,  you'll learn about scriptwriting, producing, directing, cinematography, production design and more
Media Production Studio,  you'll learn about scriptwriting, producing, directing, cinematography, production design and more
Nexus Theatre, offering a modern teaching and performance space for students, staff and the community
Nexus Theatre, offering a modern teaching and performance space for students, staff and the community
Kim Beazley Lecture Theatre, is a 300 seat lecture theatre located at the southern end of Bush Court
Kim Beazley Lecture Theatre, is a 300 seat lecture theatre located at the southern end of Bush Court
Teaching Sim Suite, uses SimLabTM technology an immersive platform that offers you a mixed reality learning environment
Teaching Sim Suite, uses SimLabTM technology an immersive platform that offers you a mixed reality learning environment
Boola Katitjin provides a mindful and technology-rich educational experience to learn, connect and belong
Boola Katitjin provides a mindful and technology-rich educational experience to learn, connect and belong
Plaza of Geoffrey Bolton Library, is a hub for learning, teaching and research for our Murdoch community
Plaza of Geoffrey Bolton Library, is a hub for learning, teaching and research for our Murdoch community
Esports Gaming Hub, used for a range of opportunities from casual gaming after class to researchers performing
Esports Gaming Hub, used for a range of opportunities from casual gaming after class to researchers performing
Murdoch Active Recreation Centre, provide student residents free access to the outdoor courts
Murdoch Active Recreation Centre, provide student residents free access to the outdoor courts
Bush Court, offers students excitement and entertainment and place to relax or catch up with friends between classes
Bush Court, offers students excitement and entertainment and place to relax or catch up with friends between classes
Student Hub offers a range of food and drink options as well as services and spaces for Murdoch students and staff
Student Hub offers a range of food and drink options as well as services and spaces for Murdoch students and staff
Murdoch-Active-Gymnasium, students can access the gym for free from on weekdays from 9:00am to 11:00am
Murdoch-Active-Gymnasium, students can access the gym for free from on weekdays from 9:00am to 11:00am
Be part of a vibrant community of more than 800 students at Murdoch University Village
Be part of a vibrant community of more than 800 students at Murdoch University Village
  • Location: Perth, Western Australia
  • Nearby: Just minutes from the city centre with views of Perth and the beautiful Swan River
  • Getting here: Public transport via trains (Murdoch Station and Perth Station); via buses (Discovery Way (Amenities Building))
  • Faculties: There are currently 5 different faculties and 16 different schools including the School of Education and the School of Medical, Molecular, and Forensic Sciences
  • Features of the campus include the Joglo Rahayu (Peace Pavilion), a semi-enclosed pavilion near the Education and Humanities building. A monument to the ongoing association between Murdoch University and Indonesian academic institutions in Java, it acts as storage for the Western Australian Gamelan Orchestra

Upcoming Intakes

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2025 FebApply by

Undergraduate30 November
Postgraduate 30 November
2025 JulApply by

Undergraduate31 May
Postgraduate31 May
*Intakes may vary by courses and will be closed once the programme is full.
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Programmes

Programmes (3)

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Bachelor of Creative Media
Games Art and Design, Graphic Design, Photography + 2 majors

Perth, WA
3 years
February, July

SACE / WACE
ATAR 50
Fee / year
from AUD $34,320
Bachelor of Arts
Theatre and Creative Production

Perth, WA
3 years
February, July, August

SACE / WACE
ATAR 50
Fee / year
from AUD $31,920

Perth, WA
1 year
February, July

Degree
Credit
Fee / year
from AUD $34,320