About Murdoch University

From our beginnings as a free-thinking university to the global centre for learning, teaching, research and industry we are today, we have never lost sight of our purpose.

With more than 23,000 students and 1,700 staff from across 90 different countries, we are proud to be recognised for the impact that our free-thinking graduates, life-changing research, and innovative campus and industry developments have made – both in Western Australia and around the world.

Life at Murdoch

When you study at Murdoch, you’ll engage in learning that's bigger than four walls. Immerse yourself in our natural campus, explore our world-class facilities and support services and go beyond your course with our wide range of groups, activities and experiences. 

Study at Murdoch

As a Murdoch student, you’ll have the structure, support and space to forge your own path, so you’ll graduate not just job ready, but life ready. Explore our wide range of courses and find out how to apply to join our global community of free thinkers today.

Five-star rating

In overall experience, student support, teaching quality and student to staff ratios.

Global top 100

Ranked among Times Higher Education's top 100 young universities.

Publication based rankings

World standard or above in 81% of research disciplines.

Work Integrated Learning

Variety of opportunities to gain practical experience

World-class facilities

Wide range of industry-standard learning facilities

Study abroad

Partnerships with over 50 exchange partner universities