Studying at Murdoch University is about exploring news ways of thinking, discovering different perspectives and making a difference. Murdoch University is ranked number 60 in the Times Higher Education 100 under 50 rankings placing us as one of the top 2% of universities globally. Students will be taught by leading academics, professional practitioners and visiting scholars from across Australia and around the world.

Our campus

Our campus is located in Perth, Western Australia  state famed for its brilliant blue skies, warm sunny climate and white sandy beaches. Murdoch is the largest campus in Australia and currently has over 22,000 students including 3,000 international students from over 100 countries.

Globally connected

Murdoch is ranked number 33 in the Times Higher Education Top 100 Most International Universities in the world meaning we have a diverse staff and student community and top academic staff who have been selected from a global recruitment pool.

World-class research

We are one of the leading research universities in Australia. A recent Australian Government audit of research excellence found that Murdoch University is performing at world class standard (or above) in over 85 per cent of the assessed areas

Rankings

Murdoch University has achieved a place in the annual Times Higher Education 100 under 50 rankings coming in at number 65. One of the most important annual global ratings, this list identifies high achieving universities established less than 50 years ago. Murdoch recent emergence in the Times Higher Education Top 400 confirms our place as one of the top 2 per cent of universities globally.

A range of support services

We understand the challenges of adjusting to a new country and university life so we offer a wide range of support services, specifically for international students. This includes a dedicated support team for students in their first year of study, course and career advisors, and a range of health and counselling services.

Courses

Students are enrolled in over 200 undergraduate degrees and postgraduate courses across a range of disciplines, including Veterinary Science, Law, Teaching, Psychology, Business and Nursing.

State-of-the-art facilities

Murdoch students work closely with industry and have access to state of the art equipment to ensure graduates are capable of meeting current and future industry needs.  Murdoch state of the art facilities include a real veterinary clinic, fully equipped TV and radio studios, practicing chiropractic clinic, pilot plant, new sports science performance lab and a world class law moot court.

5 Star Graduate Employability

Our courses bring together cutting edge theory and real world practice to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career. We aim to create leaders, innovative thinkers, and problem solvers who are capable of tackling contemporary issues on a local, national and global level. Murdoch University has a Five Star Graduate Employment rating in the Good Universities Guide 2015, and are in the top 20 per cent of Universities in Australia, with our graduates gaining employment within four months of graduation.