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Murdoch University: Rankings, Acceptance Rate, Fees & Admissions 2024

Map Pin IconPerth, Australia
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  • C+ Shiksha Grade
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  • Estd. 1973
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About Murdoch University

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Year of establishment1973
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Accepted Exams
TOEFLPTE+1 More
Total International Students3000
UG/PG Course Ratio0.60
Endowments ValueAustralian Dollar 40 million
No.of Campuses3
Accommodation expenses7700 AUD for 1 sharing (UG),9100 AUD for 1 sharing (PG)
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Q:   What is Murdoch University's ranking?

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Murdoch University is the second university established in Perth and is a very renowned university with the rank #431 in QS World University Rankings 2024. In Times Higher Education, Murdoch University has claimed the spot #401-500 in World University Rankings 2023 and #84 in Young University Rankings 2023. In US News and World Report 2023 Rankings, University of Lincoln has secured the rank #673 in Best Global Universities, #36 in Best Global Universities in Australia/New Zealand and #30 in Best Global Universities in Australia.

Q:   Is it tough to get into Murdoch University?

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With an acceptance rate of 38%, Murdoch a competitive university to get into as it accepts only 38 out of every 100 applicants on an average. However, students must not feel discouraged and fulfill all the admission requirements; standardized test scores, English language requirements & relevant documents in order to boost their chances of getting admitted in Murdoch University.

Note: The data is derived from unofficial sources and is subjected to changes.

Q:   How can I apply to Murdoch University?

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Prospective students of Murdoch University can apply either through the application portal available on the university's website, an agent or through TISC. Also, students must be mindful of Murdoch University's application deadlines. In order to apply to Murdoch University, all the prospective students must follow the steps listed below:

  • Students must go to MyAdmission portal and create a new Applicant ID, or log in with an existing ID and password;
  • Complete the application online – students will need the name or code of the course they’re applying for, which can be found in the course pages
  • Upload the academic transcript and any other supporting documentation.

Once applied, students can track the status of their application through MyAdmission on Murdoch University's website.

Murdoch University Fees, Duration & Eligibility 2024

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
LL.B.(1 course)
INR 16 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 58 & Above
BBA(1 course)
INR 16 L
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 73 & Above, PTE: 50 & Above
MBA/PGDM(1 course)
INR 27 L
Duration1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 73 & Above, PTE: 50 & Above
MEng(1 course)
INR 20 L
Duration2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 73 & Above, PTE: 50 & Above
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Q:   What are the English language requirements at Murdoch University?

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At Murdoch University, all international students are required to meet certain English language requirements in order to secure an admission in the university. Students can refer to the table below for minimum score requirements according to the choice of degree and course:

Proficiency TestUndergraduate
minimum requirements
Postgraduate
minimum requirements
Research degree
minimum requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)6.0 Overall
6.0 Reading
6.0 Writing
6.0 Speaking
6.0 Listening
6.0 Overall
6.0 Reading
6.0 Writing
6.0 Speaking
6.0 Listening
6.5 Overall
6.0 Reading
6.0 Writing
6.0 Speaking
6.0 Listening
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)169 Overall
169 Reading
169 Writing
169 Speaking
169 Listening
169 Overall
169 Reading
169 Writing
169 Speaking
169 Listening
 
Pearson Test of English (PTE)50 Overall
50 Reading
50 Writing
50 Speaking
50 Listening
50 Overall
50 Reading
50 Writing
50 Speaking
50 Listening
 
Test of English as a Foreign Language – IBT (TOEFL IBT)73 Overall
18 Reading
18 Writing
18 Speaking
18 Listening
73 Overall
18 Reading
18 Writing
18 Speaking
18 Listening
90 Overall
20 Reading
20 Writing
20 Speaking
20 Listening

Q:   What is the annual tuition fee at Murdoch University?

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Murdoch University comprises of a portfolio of 327 undergraduate programs and 82 postgraduate programs and offers it to international students through its 15 acadwemic schools, in subject areas like Microbiology, Plant and Animal Science, Social Sciences and Public Health, Clinical Medicine and Engineering. The annual tuition fee required to pursue a degree course in Murdoch University for international students is as follows:

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
MBA/PGDM (1 Courses)INR 27.48 L
MEng (1 Courses)INR 20.49 L
BBA (1 Courses)INR 16.93 L
LL.B. (1 Courses)INR 16.93 L

Q:   What are the Murdoch University admission requirements for international students?

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The Murdoch University admission requirements for international students are:

1) To apply for an honours degree, you’ll need to have successfully completed a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.

2) To apply for most of the postgraduate courses, you’ll need to have completed a relevant undergraduate degree. In some cases, you may qualify for entry with evidence of professional work experience.

3) To apply for a research degree, you need to provide evidence of your academic or professional accomplishments. This evidence needs to demonstrate that you have the necessary experience and skills to carry out your proposed research project.

Entry requirements vary between degrees, but are likely to include one or more of the following:

  • An honours qualification – completion of a bachelor's degree with first class honours (or upper second class honours) from Murdoch, or the equivalent at another university.
  • A postgraduate coursework qualification – completion of other postgraduate qualifications that involved a substantial research project, such as a master’s degree.
  • Other qualifications or work experience – evidence of your professional work experience conducting research projects. If you’ve led large projects, presented at conferences, published research outcomes or implemented organisational change, these might demonstrate your ability to fulfil the entry requirements.

4) Prospective international research applicants are required to complete and submit an EOI in Higher Degree Research Candidature form before applying for admission.

Q:   What are the Murdoch University academic entry requirements for international students?

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In order to get enrolled in Murdoch University, all the prospective international students must fulfill the admission requirements listed below:

QualificationFoundation ProgramDiplomaUndergraduate Degree
General Certificate of Education (GCE)Successful completion of GCE O level with passes in 5 academic subjects (C or better)

Successful completion of GCE A levels with a minimum 2 points from 2 GCE A level or 1 A level and 2 AS level or AS levels alone with at least 4 points for admission into a Diploma.

A levels (A*=6; A=5; B=4; C=3; D=2; E=1).
AS levels are equivalent to half points (e.g. A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5)

Aggregate of 6 points from:

  • A maximum of the best three A-level subjects; OR 
  • A combination of A-level and AS-level subjects

 

At least two A-level subjects are included in the calculation 

AS-level subject attempted at A-level is not eligible to be included

 

A-level grades (A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)

AS-level grades (A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5)

 

International Baccalaureate (IB)Aggregate score of < 21Aggregate score of 21 or aboveSuccessful completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) with a total score of 24 points or higher
NCUK International Foundation Year-5 points or above9 points or above
GEDSuccessfully completing all four subjects with a score of 145 or higher in each subject--
Kings Education’s Advanced Level Foundation-Overall score of 40% with no more than two final subject marks are between 30%-39%, and no final subject mark is below 30%-
OtherSuccessful completion of one of the following:
  • a recognised post-secondary (post high school course);
  • University preparation (foundation) studies;
  • One year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution;
  • 2 units completed at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA).
Successful completion of one of the following:
  • a recognised post-secondary course;
  • University preparation (foundation) studies;
  • One year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution;

Murdoch University Scholarships 2024

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Q:   Does the Murdoch University provide scholarships to international students?

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Yes, Murdoch University provides a variety of scholarships to international students in partnership with external providers, including government and private organisations.

Some of the top scholarships are: 

Academic Excellence Award: Postgraduate
Academic Excellence Award: Honours
ARC Indigenous Discovery Aboriginal Youth Racism Project
Climate extremes in Western Australia
Crisis Healthcare Management in MS Scholarship

Murdoch University Admission Dates 2024

  • Application fees :No Fees
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Type of documentsApplicable for
SOPNeeded for few courses
LORNot required
EssaysNot required
CVNeeded for few courses
Additional documentsRequired
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Q:   What are Murdoch University's application deadlines 2024?

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Murdoch University's application deadlines for international students are:

  • November 30, 2023 to begin study in Semester 1 (February to June)
  • May 31, 2024 to begin in Semester 2 (August to November)

All applicants are required to pay an application fee 165 AUD = INR 8796 when applying to the University of Murdoch.

1 AUD = 53.31

Q:   What is Murdoch University's acceptance rate?

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Murdoch University of Technology's acceptance rate stands at 38%. This makes Murdoch a competitive university to get into, as it accepts only 38 out of every 100 applicants on an average. However, students must not feel discouraged and fulfill all the admission requirements; standardized test scores, English language requirements & relevant documents in order to boost their chances of getting admitted in Murdoch University.

Note: The data is derived from unofficial sources and is subjected to changes.

Murdoch University Accommodation & Meals 2024

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Q:   How many campuses does the Murdoch University offer?

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The Murdoch University has 5 campuses spread across 3 countries. With its main campus situated in Perth, it also operates satellite campuses in Dubai and Singapore. The university conducts teaching sessions in three separate campuses in Australia, i.e., the South Street Campus, Peel Campus and the Rockingham Campus. Located in a suburb, the South Street Campus forms the main campus of the university. This 560-acre campus features the academic buildings of humanities, social sciences, education, economics and commerce, a semi-enclosed peace pavilion named Joglo Rahayu, Bush Court, Chancellery Building and Bower Court. Its southern portion consists of cattle stockyards, farms and renewable electricity centres. It also houses the Nexus Theatre, which serves as a venue for events, workshops and performances.

Murdoch University Rankings 2024

C+
Overall University Grade
by Shiksha
Business Economics
C+
#301-400
Politics
C+
#151-200
General Medicine
C
#301-400
Computer Science Engineering
C
#401-500
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Q:   What is the world ranking of Murdoch University?

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The Murdoch University world ranking is as follows:

#431 in World University Rankings 2024 - QS World University Rankings
#401-500 in World University Rankings 2023 - Times Higher Education (THE)
#673 in Best Global Universities 2023 - US News and World Report Rankings 

Q:   Is Murdoch University good for international students?

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The Murdoch University is the second university to be established in Perth. The Murdoch University ranking is #431 in the QS World University Rankings 2024. The university offers over 400 undergraduate, postgraduate and doctorate programs in various disciplines of business, law, creative arts, communication, engineering, health, science, cultural and social studies, education and technology. Its main campus is situated in Perth and it also operates satellite campuses in Dubai and Singapore. The university conducts teaching sessions in three separate campuses in Australia, i.e., the South Street Campus, Peel Campus and the Rockingham Campus. Located in a suburb, the South Street Campus forms the main campus of the university. The university also maintains several clubs for sports like tennis, netball, soccer, basketball, hockey, volleyball and badminton. These clubs manage various sports teams that represent the university at different intercollegiate game events and competitions under the mascot Victor the Viking. The student-faculty ratio at the university is 13:1. Overall, it is one of top ranking universities for international students.

Murdoch University
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Average Accommodation Expense

INR 6.7 L (based on 20 colleges)

Average Meals Expense

INR 1.6 L (based on 3 colleges)

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University CityPerth, Western Australia, Australia
Size of cityLarge
Population of City20,22,044

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Murdoch University, 90 South Street, Murdoch Western Australia 6150

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90 South St, Murdoch WA 6150, Australia

Perth ( Western Australia)

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