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Murdoch University

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Public University
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International

Murdoch University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Murdoch University is a public university in Perth, Western Australia, with campuses in Singapore and Dubai. It suits students who want an Australian public university with an international footprint and can confirm current programme and admissions details on the university website.

  2. What you can study

    Murdoch University is a public university with a main campus in Murdoch, a suburb of Perth, and additional campuses in Singapore and Dubai. A programme list is not published in the facts given, so the current catalogue should be checked on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    Apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the website for entry requirements, deadlines, and document requirements for your chosen campus. If you are applying from abroad, confirm the rules for your applicant category, any English-language requirement, and whether your programme is offered in Perth, Singapore, or Dubai.

  4. What it costs

    Tuition is paid in AUD, but the university does not publish a fee range in the facts provided; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on the city and your housing choice, so budget separately for accommodation, transport, and daily expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university has campuses in Australia, Singapore, and Dubai, which matters if you are deciding where you will live and study. Confirm your campus, the language of instruction for your programme, visa requirements, and whether your course is available at the location you want before you apply.

  6. How it compares

    Australia has 59 universities, so Murdoch is one option in a fairly large system rather than a small national sector. Its main distinguishing points are its public status, Perth location, and the presence of campuses in Singapore and Dubai, which may suit students looking for more than one study location.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Murdoch University

What kind of university is Murdoch University?

It is a public university.

Where is the main campus?

The main campus is in Murdoch, a suburb of Perth, Western Australia.

Does Murdoch University have campuses outside Australia?

Yes. It has additional campuses in Singapore and Dubai.

How many universities are there in Australia?

There are 59 universities in Australia.

Overview

Murdoch University is a public university in Perth, Western Australia, with additional campuses in Singapore and Dubai. It began operations as the state's second university on 25 July 1973, and accepted its first undergraduate students in 1975. Its name is taken from Walter Murdoch, the Founding Professor of English and former Chancellor of the University of Western Australia. The main campus is located in Murdoch, a suburb of Perth.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Australia.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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