Murdoch College

Murdoch College provides a range of pathways into undergraduate and postgraduate studies at Murdoch University, in addition to English language courses.

With a curriculum developed in partnership with expert staff from Murdoch University, the college supports students for a seamless transition into the University to pursue their long-term career goals. Scholarships are available for students from around the world.

Classes at Murdoch College are delivered on the university campus, allowing students to immerse themselves in university life from the day they arrive and benefit from a wealth of excellent facilities.

Located in Perth, Western Australia, the College offers students the opportunity to study in a welcoming and affordable city. Western Australia has a thriving start-up scene and a strong economy, with a wide range of career and internship opportunities. As a regional study destination, eligible international students may also be able to access post-study work rights after graduating from Murdoch University, subject to Australian Government visa requirements.

Murdoch College works in collaboration with the academic staff at Murdoch University to develop a program of teaching that is aligned with the university syllabus. The college follows a forward-looking learning approach to preparing students for entry into university.

There is a variety of programs on offer to suit every student and their educational objectives, as well as their current academic or English language ability. Each of these courses is led by expert staff who are passionate about teaching and supporting students.

College students will be exposed to a university-style course with lectures, seminars and tutorials. They will also be assessed based on coursework, assignments, exams and group tasks, similar to the kind of assessment model that they'll work through at university. Students will also be trained in study techniques during their time at the college, ensuring they become proactive and independent learners in their university studies.

Students can choose one of the following pathway programs at Murdoch College.

Murdoch College is located on Murdoch University's Perth campus, which is approximately 15 km south of Perth's central business district and about the same distance from Perth station. The University campus covers 227 hectares, placing it among the largest campuses in Australia.

From the moment students arrive at Murdoch College, they'll have access to the extensive and excellent university facilities. These include more than 130 societies and clubs on campus catering to a wide range of student interests, the Student Hub for socialising and co-working, the Esports Gaming Hub, a fitness centre, the Student Guild, which is responsible for organising social events on campus, and the Bush Court outdoor area for socialising.

College students can also access the multitude of learning facilities on the Murdoch University campus. These include:

• Nationally renowned Bayer Pilot Plant for electrical engineering students

• Sports science facility

• IT Innovation Hub

• World-class law moot court

• Murdoch Psychology Clinic

• Media arts centre

• SimLabTM for students to improve their teaching techniques

• Nursing simulation suites

• Fully equipped veterinary hospital, pet emergency centre and equine centre with equine operating theatre

There are many reasons to study here:

• Upon successful completion of a pathway program at the college, students will have guaranteed entry into their chosen packaged university degree at Murdoch University.

• Murdoch University is a member of the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) Group, and has received a five-star rating for research, teaching quality, innovation, inclusiveness and employability (QS Stars Assessment 2024).

• Murdoch University has received five-star ratings for overall experience, learning facilities, social equity and student to teacher ratio (QS Stars assessment 2024). Its newest academic building, Boola Katitjin, won the Higher Education and Research category award at the 2023 World Architecture Festival and has also received multiple Australian National Architecture Awards.

• College students will enjoy a superior learning environment and full access to the state-of-the-art facilities and services at Murdoch University from day one.

• Both college and the university offer a range of scholarships to students from around the world.

• Perth is an affordable, safe and vibrant coastal city to study, live and work. International students may be eligible for a three-year post-study work rights visa after graduating from a university in Perth. As Western Australia's second-established university, Murdoch combines academic tradition with innovative approaches to education, creating an ideal environment for both Australian and international students.