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Undergraduate Course Mini Guide 2019
Welcome to
Murdoch University
Murdoch University is the place where free-thinking makes progress. It is the
place where independent thinking and collaborative thinking are encouraged.
Most importantly, it is the place where new ways of thinking can be found.
As a Murdoch University 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.
You’ll build on your knowledge and further develop your creativity and agility, so you can navigate your way through an
exciting and diverse academic experience, and beyond - to a fulfilling career and life ahead.
RANKED IN THE
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UNIVERSITIES IN THE C LU B S A N D STA R T I N G
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Y E A R S O F AG E TO J O I N THE GOOD UNIVERSITIES GUIDE 2018
TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION YOUNG UNIVERSITY
RANKINGS 2017
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$2.5 MILLION IN RESEARCH
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A B OV E I N 8 5 % O F R E S E A R C H
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ST U D E N TS F R O M
AWA R D E D E AC H
YEAR EXCELLENCE RESEARCH FOR AUSTRALIA (ERA) 2015
8 5 + CO U N T R I E S
AUSTRALIA RESEARCH COUNCIL
murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624
Choosing
what to study
At Murdoch University, we have more than 80
undergraduate courses on offer, providing an extensive
selection of subject areas so you can choose a degree
best suited to your interests and goals.
Our degrees are flexible, and for most courses you can choose to:
• Study on-campus (internal) or online (external)
• Study two majors or degrees, to broaden your qualifications and choice
of careers by learning in two fields
• Change your major, or pick up an extra major or minors along the way
to suit your growing interests and career aspirations
• Study at your own pace by doing a unit or two per semester,
or study full-time to complete your course in the specified time frame
To explore all Murdoch courses visit murdoch.edu.au/Study
Not sure what to study?
We’re here to help!
You could:
• Come along to Murdoch Open Day to explore our
campus and chat to our academics. Find out more
at murdoch.edu.au/OpenDay
• Attend one of our Career Information
Evenings. Find out more at murdoch.edu.au/
FutureStudentEvents
• Drop into our Student Centre, located at our
Perth campus, to meet with our Future
Students team.
• Call 1300 687 3624 to speak with a current
Murdoch student about your options.
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Business and Law
“When I finished high school I knew I wanted to enter the business
workforce, but I was unsure what I wanted to study – so I went with
accounting and business law. I have now realised that it was the best
decision that I could have made.
The business environment is rapidly changing and evolving, and I think my
course allows you to see that, and teaches you the ins and outs of not only
accounting, but also the business world as a whole. There is so much more
to your career then numbers and Murdoch allows you to see that.”
E M M A , ACCO U N T I N G A N D B U S I N E S S L AW ST U D E N T
murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624
Business and Law
Murdoch Business, Governance, Law and
Criminology courses are ideal for those who
dream of making the world a better place –
whether that’s through smart business, political
and legal decisions, or innovative measures to
prevent crime.
As a Murdoch Business or Law student, you will have the opportunity to:
•• Undertake internships through our dedicated Work Integrated Learning program, at some of
Australia's and Western Australia’s leading businesses, government departments, law firms and not
for profit organisations.
•• Participate in our MasterClass program, where you can complete an undergraduate and
postgraduate degree at the same time. This program is the only one of its kind in Australia*.
•• Work on real cases with real clients in our nationally recognised clinical legal program.
•• Take part in our well-established mooting program to participate in simulated court proceedings,
as well as local and international mooting competitions.
•• Study units at our partner universities across the globe.
•• Intern at multinational corporations or law organisations in Germany, Shanghai, Singapore or
Malaysia, or take part in an international human rights program in Geneva, Switzerland.
•• Study two majors or degrees at once to graduate with more career opportunities.
RANKED THE
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IN WA
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M A N AG E M E N T ONLY UNIVERSITY IN AUSTRALIA
A N D IND IA & ECONOMICS THAT ALLOWS YOU TO STUDY
AN UNDERGRADUATE AND
POSTGRADUATE COURSE AT
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THE GOOD UNIVERSITIES GUIDE 2018 THE SAME TIME*.
Times Higher Education Rankings by Subject 2018
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*Available to Bachelor of Commerce students and high performing students only.
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TISC Recommended Major ATAR Code Duration ATAR Subjects Business Accounting (Bachelor of Business) 70.00 MUBUS 3 years Mathematics Applications Banking (Bachelor of Business) 70.00 MUBUS 3 years Mathematics Applications Business Information Systems (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSIS 3 years Mathematics Applications Business Law (Bachelor of Business) 70.00 MUBBL 3 years Economics (Bachelor of Business) 70.00 MUBUS 3 years Mathematics Applications Finance (Bachelor of Business) 70.00 MUBUS 3 years Mathematics Applications Hospitality and Tourism Management (Bachelor of Business) 70.00 MUBUS 3 years Mathematics Applications Human Resources Management (Bachelor of Business) 70.00 MUBUS 3 years International Business (Bachelor of Business) 70.00 MUBUS 3 years Management (Bachelor of Business) 70.00 MUBUS 3 years Marketing (Bachelor of Business) 70.00 MUBUS 3 years Strategic Communication (Bachelor of Communication) 70.00 MUCOM 3 years Commerce Accounting (Bachelor of Commerce) 75.00 MUCMC 3 years Mathematics Applications Banking (Bachelor of Commerce) 75.00 MUCMC 3 years Mathematics Applications Business Law (Bachelor of Commerce) 75.00 MUCMC 3 years Economics (Bachelor of Commerce) 75.00 MUCMC 3 years Mathematics Applications Finance (Bachelor of Commerce) 75.00 MUCMC 3 years Mathematics Applications Hospitality and Tourism Management (Bachelor of Commerce) 75.00 MUCMC 3 years Mathematics Applications Human Resources Management (Bachelor of Commerce) 75.00 MUCMC 3 years International Business (Bachelor of Commerce) 75.00 MUCMC 3 years Management (Bachelor of Commerce) 75.00 MUCMC 3 years Marketing (Bachelor of Commerce) 75.00 MUCMC 3 years Criminology Crime Science (Bachelor of Criminology) 70.00 MUCCS 3 years Criminal Behaviour (Bachelor of Criminology) 70.00 MUCCB 3 years Legal Studies (Bachelor of Criminology) 70.00 MUCLS 3 years Bachelor of Criminology + Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) 70.00 MUCAP 4 years Bachelor of Criminology + Bachelor of Communication 70.00 MUCBC 4 years Bachelor of Criminology + Bachelor of Laws 90.00 MULCR 5 years Bachelor of Criminology + Bachelor of Science 70.00 MUCBS 4 years Chemistry, Mathematics (Forensic Biology and Toxicology) Applications Governance Global Politics and Policy (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAPI 3 years International Aid and Development (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAAD 3 years Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAST 3 years Sustainable Development (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUASU 3 years Law Law (Bachelor of Laws) 90.00 MULAW 4 years Law Graduate Entry (Bachelor of Laws) 90.00 MULGL 3 years Bachelor of Laws + Bachelor of Arts 90.00 MULBA 5 years Bachelor of Laws + Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) 90.00 MULAP 5 years Bachelor of Laws + Bachelor of Business 90.00 MULBB 5 years Bachelor of Laws + Bachelor of Communication 90.00 MULCM 5 years Bachelor of Laws + Bachelor of Criminology 90.00 MULCR 5 years Bachelor of Laws + Bachelor of Science 90.00 MULBS 5 years Bachelor of Laws + Bachelor of Science (Psychology) 90.00 MULSP 5 years murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624
Business and Law
Take part in our
well-established mooting
program to participate
in simulated court
proceedings, as well as
local and international
mooting competitions.
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Creative Arts and Communication
1.7 100+
MEMBER OF THE
$ MILLION AU ST R A L I A N S C R E E N
PRODUCTION
E D U C AT I O N HOURS OF
STAT E - O F -T H E -A R T AND RESEARCH I N D U ST RY
M E D I A FAC I L I T I E S ASS O C I AT I O N EXPERIENCE*
*Unit for approved students only
murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624
As a Murdoch Creative Arts and Communication
student, you will have the opportunity to complete
internships and consultancy work with real
organisations during your final year, meaning
you’ll develop valuable industry networks and gain
Creative Arts and
Communication
experience before you even graduate.
As a Murdoch Creative Arts and Communication student, you will have the
opportunity to:
•• Work with real clients on creative concepts at our student consultancy. Our students have worked with some
of Australia's and Western Australia’s leading not-for-profit organisations, government agencies, and fashion,
lifestyle and FMCG brands.
•• Undertake internships through our dedicated Work Integrated Learning program.
•• Learn from industry experts who have worked on a wide range of film and television productions, gaming and
animation, radio and news programming, and prominent communications campaigns, in Australia and abroad.
•• Hone your craft in industry standard facilities, giving you access to a sound stage, television and radio studios,
news room, digital post-production facilities and professional video and editing suites.
•• Participate in local, national and global competitions to showcase your creative work.
•• Study units at our partner universities across the globe.
•• Study two majors or degrees at once to graduate with more career opportunities.
TISC Recommended
Major ATAR Code Duration ATAR Subjects
Communication
Global Media and Communication 70.00 MUCOM 3 years
(Bachelor of Communication)
Journalism (Bachelor of Communication) 70.00 MUCOM 3 years
Strategic Communication (Bachelor of Communication) 70.00 MUCOM 3 years
Bachelor of Communication + Bachelor of Criminology 70.00 MUCBC 4 years
Bachelor of Communication + Bachelor of Laws 90.00 MULCM 5 years
Creative Arts
English and Creative Writing (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAEC 3 years
Games Art and Design (Bachelor of Creative Media) 70.00 MUCME 3 years Visual Arts
Games Software Design and Production 70.00 MUSIG 3 years Mathematics
(Bachelor of Science) Applications
Graphic Design (Bachelor of Creative Media) 70.00 MUCME 3 years Visual Arts
Photography (Bachelor of Creative Media) 70.00 MUCME 3 years
Screen Production (Bachelor of Creative Media) 70.00 MUCME 3 years
Sound (Bachelor of Creative Media) 70.00 MUCME 3 years
Theatre and Drama (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUATD 3 years
Bachelor of Creative Media + Bachelor of Communication 70.00 MUCCM 4 years
"My passion is combining creativity and collaboration
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to craft games that captivate players with sound
and motion. I chose Murdoch for its cutting-edge
facilities, but arrived to discover great inspiration.
ST U DY The passion of my peers and knowledge of my tutors
MAJORS OR help me marry sound, the science of game design
DEGREES and the beauty of art to bring my ideas to life."
AT O N C E
DA N I E L , G A M E S A R T A N D D E S I G N ST U D E N T
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Engineering
G R A D UAT E
LEARNING OV E R A L L T E AC H I N G
STA R T I N G
RESOURCES1 EXPERIENCE1 Q UA L I T Y 1
SA L A RY 1
The Good Universities Guide 2018
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murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624Embark on a career that allows you to make a
difference in the world. A degree in Engineering can
lead you to solve problems in the mining industry, find
new ways to control pollution in big cities or design
new technology that can change lives. Our Engineering
graduates are professional, practical and creative
thinkers, guided by principles of social justice and
sustainability.
As a Murdoch Engineering student, you will have the opportunity to:
•• Develop your skills in our nationally renowned pilot plant, one of only a few in Australia and the only
one of its kind in WA.
•• Graduate with at least eight weeks of practical placement experience.
Engineering
•• Participate in industry competitions to showcase your engineering work.
•• Work with industry partners to contribute to solving real-world engineering issues.
•• Apply for graduate membership with Engineers Australia, the Australian industry body for Engineering.
•• Be surrounded by leaders in sustainable energy research and development. Through the Murdoch University
Energy Research and Innovation Group, we have been leaders in the field for more than 20 years.
TISC Recommended ATAR
Major ATAR Code Duration Subjects
Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering 80.00 MUNEM 4 years Mathematics Methods, Mathematics
((Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)) Specialist, Chemistry, Physics
Electrical Engineering: Electrical Power 80.00 MUNEL 4 years Mathematics Methods, Mathematics
Engineering Specialist, Physics
((Bachelor of Engineering (Honours))
Engineering Technology 70.00 MUSET 3 years Mathematics Methods, Mathematics
(Bachelor of Science) Specialist, Physics
Environmental Engineering 80.00 MUNEE 4 years Mathematics Methods, Mathematics
((Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)) Specialist, Chemistry, Physics
Electrical Engineering: Industrial Computer 80.00 MUNEL 4 years Mathematics Methods, Mathematics
Systems Engineering Specialist, Physics
((Bachelor of Engineering (Honours))
Electrical Engineering: Instrumentation 80.00 MUNEL 4 years Mathematics Methods, Mathematics
and Control Engineering Specialist, Physics
((Bachelor of Engineering (Honours))
Electrical Engineering: Renewable Energy 80.00 MUNEL 4 years Mathematics Methods, Mathematics
Engineering Specialist, Physics
((Bachelor of Engineering (Honours))
Mathematics and Statistics 70.00 MUSMA 3 years Mathematics Specialist
(Bachelor of Science)
Mineral Science (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSMI 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Methods,
Mathematics Specialist
“I would like to work in a processing plant, be it oil and
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gas, chemical production or even pharmaceuticals as
$ a control systems engineer. But who knows what the
future may bring – I may find myself working in a field
MILLION that I have not even considered. Murdoch has given
me the ability to chase opportunities that I don’t even
I N D U ST RY know exist yet. My time here has taught me more than
STA N DA R D just what I need to know – I have learnt how to learn,
FAC I L I T I E S something that I know I will never stop doing.”
M I TC H E L L , I N ST R U M E N TAT I O N & CO N T R O L A N D I N D U ST R I A L
CO M P U T E R SYST E M S E N G I N E E R I N G ST U D E N T
11Health
SPORT SCIENCE
PROGRAMS RANKED
A M O N G ST
THE BEST
I N T H E WO R L D 1
O N LY I N T E G R AT E D
EXERCISE
PHYSIOLOGY
Q UA L I F I C AT I O N I N WA
O N LY F U L LY ACC R E D I T E D
CHIROPRACTIC
COURSE
I N WA
G R A D UAT E
STA R T I N G
SA L A RY
NURSING &
P SYC H O LO GY 2
“Over my later years of high school, I started to become more and more
interested in health and fitness. I’m naturally a people person, and so
ST U D E N T combining these two made me look at a career in health care.
SUPPORT
NURSING2
As the only Western Australian university offering a Chiropractic course,
Murdoch was the obvious choice. During Year 12 I visited Murdoch at an
open day and I really liked the relaxed atmosphere on campus.”
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Shanghai Ranking’s Global Ranking of Sport Science
Schools and Departments 2017 J E D, C H I R O P R AC T I C S C I E N C E ST U D E N T
2
The Good Universities Guide 2018
murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624Murdoch Health graduates have a strong theoretical
and practical foundation, with the knowledge and
breadth of skills needed to provide care and expertise
across a broad spectrum of areas, preparing them for
a rewarding career.
As a Murdoch Health student, you will have the opportunity to:
•• Undertake practical placements with our industry partners as part of your degree.
•• Prepare for your practical placements by developing your nursing skills on life-like mannequins in high-tech simulation
suites and in clinical teaching wards.
•• Prepare for a career as a chiropractor by treating real patients in our on-campus clinic.
•• Visit remote areas of Western Australia to provide chiropractic care to Indigenous communities.
•• Travel to Africa, Asia and the United Kingdom to complete nursing placements.
•• Gain hands on experience in our $4-million sports science facility, complete with equipment that is fit for use
by elite athletes.
•• Gain skills and qualifications in coaching and officiating through our partnering sport bodies.
Recommended ATAR
Major ATAR TISC Code Duration Subjects
Biomedical Science (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSBM 3 years Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
Methods, Physics
Chiropractic Science (Bachelor of Science 70.00 MUSCP 5 years Mathematics Methods, Chemistry,
+ Bachelor of Clinical Chiropractic) Physics, Human Biology, Biology
Health
Clinical Laboratory Science 70.00 MUSCL 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics
(Bachelor of Science) Applications
Genetics and Molecular Biology 70.00 MUSMB 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics
(Bachelor of Science) Applications
Laboratory Medicine (Bachelor of Science 70.00 MUSLA 4 years Chemistry, Mathematics Methods,
+ Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine) Human Biology or Biology
Nursing (Bachelor of Nursing) – 70.00 MPNUR (SL) 3 years Mathematics Applications,
Mandurah campus Chemistry, Human Biology
MPNUM (NSL)
MPNUE (EN)
Nursing (Bachelor of Nursing) – 70.00 MUNUR (SL) 3 years Mathematics Applications,
Perth campus Chemistry, Human Biology
MUNUM (NSL)
MUNUE (EN)
Primary, 1-10 Health and Physical 70.00 MUEHP 4 years
Education (Bachelor of Education)
Psychology (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAPC 3 years
Psychology (Bachelor of Arts) + 70.00 MUCAP 4 years
Bachelor of Criminology
Psychology (Bachelor of Arts) + 90.00 MULAP 5 years
Bachelor of Laws
Psychology (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSPS 3 years Mathematics Methods
Psychology (Bachelor of Science) + 90.00 MULSP 5 years Mathematics Methods
Bachelor of Laws
Sport and Exercise Science 70.00 MUSSC 3 years Human Biology, Physical Education
(Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science) Studies
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science + 70.00 MUSXP 4 years Human Biology, Physical Education
Clinical Exercise Physiology Studies
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science + 70.00 MUSSP 4 years Human Biology, Physical Education
Bachelor of Science (Psychology) Studies, Mathematics Methods
SL = School Leaver
NSL = Non School Leaver
EN = Enrolled Nurse
13Science
O N LY U N I V E R S I T Y I N
WA
TO O F F E R V E T E R I N A RY
SCIENCE AND FORENSIC
B I O LO GY A N D TOX I CO LO GY
B E S U R R O U N D E D BY S O M E O F
T H E B E ST S C I E N T I F I C M I N DS I N
AU ST R A L I A . THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RANKS OUR “I love learning how things
RESEARCH AS ABOVE OR WELL ABOVE WORLD CLASS IN AREAS INCLUDING work and interact, especially
CLINICAL SCIENCES, MEDICAL & HEALTH SCIENCES AND GENETICS. on the microscopic scale.
EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH AUSTRALIA 2015 The feeling of finally
understanding something
after working and thinking
long and hard on the topic is
really gratifying. My passion
is to work in the research and
development of renewable
energy technologies to help
reduce human reliance on
fossil fuels, help combat the
G R A D UAT E OV E R A L L LEARNER destruction and degradation
STA R T I N G EXPERIENCE1 E N G AG E M E N T 1 of world ecosystems due to
SA L A RY 1 pollution and climate change,
E N V I R O N M E N TA L V E T E R I N A RY
E N V I R O N M E N TA L STUDIES AND SCIENCE and provide cheap electricity
STUDIES, AG R I C U LT U R E and technology to developing
AG R I C U LT U R E
A N D V E T E R I N A RY
countries.”
SCIENCE
J U ST I N , P H YS I C S A N D
N A N OT E C H N O LO GY ST U D E N T
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murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624Murdoch science courses are ideal for those who wish to tackle
some of the most significant social and scientific challenges of our
time – from addressing food shortages, climate change and mental
health epidemics, to influencing politics and government.
As a Murdoch Science student, you will have the opportunity to:
•• Learn at our on-campus farm, veterinary hospital, equine centre, and high-tech teaching surgery, as well as have the chance to study at
our Tropical Marine Research Centre on the Ningaloo Reef.
•• Complete practical placements at organisations like Perth Zoo, Cat Haven and the WA Department of Agriculture and Food.
•• Create new materials for the medical, engineering, energy and telecommunications sectors in our nanotechnology laboratories,
using industry-standard equipment.
•• Study units at our partner universities across the globe.
•• Study two majors or degrees at once to graduate with more career opportunities.
TISC
Major ATAR Code Duration Recommended ATAR Subjects
Environmental and Conservation Sciences
Conservation and Wildlife Biology (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSCW 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Applications
Environmental Management and Sustainability 70.00 MUSEM 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Applications
(Bachelor of Science)
Environmental Science (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSES 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Applications
Marine Biology (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSBI 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Applications
Marine Science (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSMS 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Applications
Medical, Molecular and Health Sciences
Biomedical Science (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSBM 3 years Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Methods, Physics
Chiropractic Science 70.00 MUSCP 5 years Mathematics Methods, Chemistry, Physics,
(Bachelor of Science + Bachelor of Clinical Chiropractic) Human Biology, Biology
Clinical Laboratory Science (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSCL 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Applications
Crime Science (Bachelor of Criminology) 70.00 MUCCS 3 years
Forensic Biology and Toxicology (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSFB 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Applications
Science
Genetics and Molecular Biology (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSMB 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Applications
Laboratory Medicine 70.00 MUSLA 4 years Chemistry, Mathematics Methods, Human
(Bachelor of Science + Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine) Biology or Biology
Psychology (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSPS 3 years Mathematics Methods
Psychology (Bachelor of Science) + Bachelor of Laws 90.00 MULSP 5 years
Sport and Exercise Science 70.00 MUSSC 3 years Human Biology, Physical Education Studies
(Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science)
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science + Clinical Exercise 70.00 MUSXP 4 years Human Biology, Physical Education Studies
Physiology
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science + Bachelor of Science 70.00 MUSSP 4 years Human Biology, Physical Education Studies,
(Psychology) Mathematics Methods
Physical Sciences
Chemistry (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSCH 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Methods, Physics
Mathematics and Statistics (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSMA 3 years Mathematics Specialist
Mineral Science (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSMI 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Methods, Mathematics
Specialist
Physics and Nanotechnology (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSPN 3 years Mathematics Specialist, Physics
Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences
Animal Health (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSAH 3 years Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Methods
Animal Science (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSAS 3 years Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Methods
Biological Sciences (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSBS 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Applications
Crop and Pasture Science (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSPC 3 years Chemistry, Mathematics Applications
Veterinary Science 98.00* MUSVB (SL) 5 years Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Methods, Physics
(Bachelor of Science + Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)
MUSVV (NSL)
Bachelor of Science + Bachelor of Laws 90.00 MULBS 5 years
*2017 minimum, SL = School Leaver, NSL = Non School Leaver
15Social and
Cultural Studies
“I have experienced real world learning both domestically and internationally whilst
studying at Murdoch. I was a part of the Australian Consortium for In-Country
Indonesia Studies (ACICIS) six-week Business Professional Practicum in Jakarta.
I undertook two weeks of intensive language studies at Atma Jaya Catholic
University and was fortunate enough to complete my four-week internship at
the Western Australia Trade and Investment Office. This experience gave me the
opportunity to apply the language skills I had acquired throughout my course and
be exposed to international business in Jakarta.”
G E O R G I A , I N D O N E S I A N A N D P O L I T I C S A N D I N T E R N AT I O N A L ST U D I E S ST U D E N T
murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624RANKED IN THE ST U DY
TOP 10
UNIVERSITIES IN
AU ST R A L I A F O R 1
2
MAJORS IN
YEARS
L A N G UAG E S , L I T E R AT U R E
A N D L I N G U I ST I C S
G R A D UAT E
STA R T I N G
H I STO RY, P H I LO S O P H Y SA L A RY 2
A N D T H E O LO GY
L A N G UAG E S ,
HUMANITIES AND
G LO B A L SOCIAL SCIENCES
POLITICS AND
I N T E R N AT I O N A L
INTERNSHIP
ST U D I E S OPPORTUNITIES
Times Higher Education Rankings by Subject 2018 (201-250 category)
1
The Good Universities Guide 2018
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If you care about people and want to inspire change in the
world, Social and Cultural Studies is your chance to make
a difference. Our Bachelor of Arts degree embraces new
directions in teaching and practice-based learning to train
the thinkers and researchers of the 21st century.
As a Murdoch Social and Cultural Studies student, you will have the opportunity to:
•• Undertake internships through our dedicated Work Integrated Learning program, with community groups, non-government
agencies, or government agencies, on projects and campaigns designed to help generate positive change in people’s lives.
•• Step out of the traditional learning environment into student exchange programs and overseas immersions.
•• Perform and produce shows at our on-campus Nexus Theatre, home to some of Western Australia’s best emerging talents.
•• Study two majors or degrees at once to graduate with more career opportunities.
Major ATAR TISC Code Duration
Community Development (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUACD** 3 years
Social and Cultural
Criminal Behaviour (Bachelor of Criminology) 70.00 MUCCB 3 years
English and Creative Writing (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAEC** 3 years
Studies
Global Politics and Policy (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAPI 3 years
History (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAHI** 3 years
Indonesian (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAIN** 3 years
International Aid and Development (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAAD 3 years
Japanese (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAJS** 3 years
Philosophy (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAPH** 3 years
Psychology (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAPC 3 years
Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUAST 3 years
Sustainable Development (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUASU 3 years
Theatre and Drama (Bachelor of Arts) 70.00 MUATD** 3 years
Tourism and Events (Bachelor of Arts)* 70.00 MUATE** 3 years
Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws 90.00 MULBA 5 years
Bachelor of Criminology + Bachelor of Communication 70.00 MUCBC 4 years
Bachelor of Criminology + Bachelor of Laws 90.00 MULCR 5 years
Recommended ATAR subjects not applicable
*Subject to approval for 2019
**Subject to change for 2019
17Teaching
1 ST CO U R S E S
UNI V E R S I T Y R E CO G N I S E D EARN WHILE
I N AU ST R A L I A TO O F F E R BY T H E
YO U L E A R N
S I M U L AT E D C L A SS R O O M T E AC H E R
G R A D UAT E R E G I ST R AT I O N
WITH OUR
T E AC H I N G T E C H N O LO GY O N E -Y E A R
STA R T I N G B OA R D O F WA
SA L A RY 1 INTERNSHIP
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murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624Inspire the next generation and help them to
discover the world with an Education degree
from Murdoch. Ask any of your own teachers and
you’ll discover there’s much more to teaching
than standing in front of a class of students. We
will enable you to develop knowledge, skills and
capabilities to become an effective and inspiring
educator though the support of our experienced
academics.
As a Murdoch Teaching student, you will have the opportunity to:
•• Study one of WA’s most established teaching degrees. We have been helping students become confident,
skilled and resilient teachers since 1975.
•• Learn using innovative technologies that simulate real-life classroom situations, so you feel ready to tackle
your practical placements.
•• Experience teaching placements in international schools in Singapore, Thailand or China, as well as volunteer
placements in India.
•• Take part in our nationally recognised one-year internship program, the longest sustainable internship
program in Western Australia.
•• Complete practical placements in metropolitan, regional, rural, remote schools, multicultural and
international schools.
•• Gain accredited coaching qualifications alongside your degree.
TISC
Major ATAR Code Duration
Early Childhood and Primary Teaching (Bachelor of Education) 70.00 MUECP 4 years
Primary Teaching (Bachelor of Education) 70.00 MUEPT 4 years
Primary, 1-10 Health and Physical Education (Bachelor of Education) 70.00 MUEHP 4 years
Secondary Teaching (Bachelor of Education)* 70.00 TBC* 4 years
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) + Bachelor of Arts 70.00 MUEBA 5 years
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) + Bachelor of Science 70.00 MUEBS 5 years
Recommended ATAR subjects not applicable
*Course pending approval for 2019
“Studying Education at Murdoch has allowed
me to see the potential in education to make
585+ positive and lasting changes in a person’s life
Teaching
and the wider community. It has made me
realise even more that my role as a (future)
HOURS
teacher is an important responsibility, as well
T E AC H I N G
as being a rewarding career.”
EXPERIENCE
J E SS I C A , E D U C AT I O N ( S E CO N DA RY ) A N D
E N G L I S H & C R E AT I V E W R I T I N G ST U D E N T
19Technology
T E C H N O LO GY I S I T CO U R S E S
ONE OF THE ACC R E D I T E D
BY T H E
FASTEST
GROWING AUSTRALIAN
COMPUTER
I N D U ST R I E S I N SOCIETY
AU ST R A L I A 1
“For my final year project,
I have been working in a team of six
students from various ICT majors.
Using our combined knowledge, we
are working with Optika Solutions
WA ' S TO P to develop a virtual reality data
visualisation application that
CHOICE FOR allows medical professionals to
IT
2
collaboratively interact with medical
data in a unique way. Managing the
S K I L L S D E V E LO P M E N T
I N CO M P U T I N G & expectations and requirements of
I N F O R M AT I O N a client to develop and deliver a
SYST E M S 3 usable product is an exceptionally
useful experience that Murdoch has
provided me.”
LU K E , CO M P U T E R S C I E N C E & G A M E S
1
2017 Occupational Projections, Department of Employment
2
TISC Application Data 2016 T E C H N O LO GY ST U D E N T
3
The Good Universities Guide 2018
murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624When you use technology to power creative solutions, you’ll
be able to make a real difference to the economic and social
wellbeing of our society. Our students have addressed some
of our biggest issues: they’ve helped make our WiFi more
reliable, they’ve built robots, and they even made apps that
improve patients’ recovery time from strokes.
As a Murdoch Technology student, you will have the opportunity to:
•• Study courses that have been developed in conjunction with an industry advisory panel, with representatives from
some of WA’s biggest energy companies and banks, government departments and internet service providers.
•• Take project-based units, where you’ll work in a team and consult with real clients to recommend, develop and
implement new technologies that solve business problems.
•• Undertake internships through our dedicated Work Integrated Learning program.
•• Choose your major at the end of your first year, so you can explore all the fields of IT before you specialise.
•• Participate in national competitions like the Hackathon or Cyber Security Challenge Australia.
•• Learn in our brand new IT lab.
•• Take units that will prepare you for industry certification exams.
•• Study units at our partner universities across the globe.
•• Study two majors or degrees at once to graduate with more career opportunities.
TISC Recommended
Major ATAR Code Duration ATAR Subjects
Business Information Systems (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSIS 3 years Mathematics Applications
Computer Science (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSCS 3 years Mathematics Applications
Cyber Security and Forensics (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSIF 3 years Mathematics Applications
Engineering Technology (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSET 3 years Mathematics Methods,
Mathematics Specialist,
Physics
Games Software Design and Production (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSIG 3 years Mathematics Applications
Games Technology (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSIT 3 years Mathematics Applications
Internetworking and Network Security (Bachelor of Science) 70.00 MUSIW 3 years Mathematics Applications
Mobile and Web Application Development 70.00 MUSIN 3 years
(Bachelor of Science)
Physics and Nanotechnology 70.00 MUSPN 3 years Mathematics Specialist,
(Bachelor of Science) Physics
Technology
21Standard entry pathways
Whether you’re a recent school leaver or not, there are a number
of standard admission pathways into an undergraduate degree at
Murdoch that take into account your previous education, training
and experience.
To find out more about our standard entry pathways visit
murdoch.edu.au/StandardEntry
Using your ATAR Using your International Baccalaureate (IB) score
Our standard entry requirement is an ATAR of 70.00 and for some courses As an IB graduate, it’s easy to apply for one of our many courses at
it’s higher. We have no prerequisite subjects for any of our degrees, but Murdoch. To qualify for your chosen degree, you will need to achieve
you must have your WA Certificate of Education (WACE) (or interstate English Language Competency and the minimum IB score required for
equivalent), a pass in an ATAR English subject and the ATAR required your course. At Murdoch, most courses require an IB English score of
for your chosen course. If you didn’t receive an ATAR high enough for 3 or more in Higher Level (HL) or 4 or more in Standard Level (SL). The
entry, or didn’t pass English, don’t worry – there are still ways to study minimum IB score for a majority of courses is 24. However, a score of 27
at Murdoch. We offer alternative pathways that take into account your is required for Engineering (Honours), 33 for Law and 38 for Veterinary
previous education, experience and your commitment to learning. Science.
ATAR RISE Using your Special Tertiary Admissions Test
Our ATAR RISE will increase the Murdoch University Selection Rank for (STAT) score
eligible students to support access to university for students from If you are under 20 years of age and needing to demonstrate English
regional, Indigenous and low socio-economic backgrounds. Language Competency, you may be invited or can apply for special
permission from Murdoch to sit the written component of the STAT test
If you achieved an ATAR of 60.00 or greater, and passed an ATAR English
for university entry. A score of 140 is required to successfully
subject, a Murdoch RISE bonus of up to 10.00 points may help you get
demonstrate English Language Competency.
into your preferred course. There’s no application or need to register.
If you are eligible, the bonus is automatically added to your unadjusted If you’re at least 20 years old and don’t meet our entry requirements,
ATAR score when you apply through TISC or directly to Murdoch. For you can sit the STAT and be eligible for most courses at Murdoch. To be
more information visit murdoch.edu.au/MurdochATARRISE eligible for admission you will need to achieve a score of at least 140
in the written section and 135 in the multiple choice or quantitative
sections.
Using your TAFE/VET qualifications
If you have a Certificate IV VET qualification and can demonstrate English
Did you know that if you studied a Language Language Competency, you are eligible to apply for direct entry to most
Other Than English (LOTE), Mathematics courses at Murdoch. If you have a Diploma or higher you may be eligible
Methods or Mathematics Specialist subject for advanced standing, which could reduce the duration of your degree.
during Year 12 you will receive a Tertiary
Entrance Aggregate bonus? This means that Transferring from another university
10% of your final scaled score/s will be added If you have successfully completed university studies at another
to your Tertiary Entrance Aggregate, from institution equivalent to two units or more, you can apply to transfer
to Murdoch University.
which the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank
(ATAR) is derived. Find out more at tisc.edu.au
murdoch.edu.au/Study | 1300 687 3624Alternative entry pathways
OnTrack Pre-Law
OnTrack is a 14-week university preparation course, designed for people If you are a mature age applicant wanting to pursue a Murdoch Law
who do not qualify for direct entry into Murdoch. The program will degree but don’t meet the entry requirements, you can apply for our
strengthen your academic skills and understanding of university life and Pre-Law night course. If you complete the course at credit level (at least a
study. Upon successful completion, you can move directly into most 60% average) you will be offered direct entry into the Bachelor of Laws.
Murdoch courses requiring an ATAR of 70.00. For more information visit murdoch.edu.au/Law
OnTrack Sprint LAW START
OnTrack Sprint is a four-week university preparation program that will LAW START is an entry pathway that will not use your ATAR score as basis
qualify you to study most Murdoch courses requiring an ATAR of 70.00. for entry. This pathway is for academically capable students who have
If you have received an ATAR between 60.00 – 69.95 and passed an ATAR excelled at school in one or more ATAR subjects that have a strong focus
English subject or received an ATAR of 70.00 or higher but just missed out on essay writing and communication skills.
on passing an ATAR English subject, you can enrol in OnTrack Sprint in the
To be considered for admission via this pathway you will need to submit
Summer break and start in your chosen course the following semester.
a LAW START nomination form, a personal statement of up to 500 words,
supporting documentation of your academic ability (school reports) and
FlexiTrack nominate Murdoch’s Bachelor of Laws as your first preference through
FlexiTrack is an online university preparation course, designed for people TISC. Applicants will also be required to attend and participate in a
who do not qualify for direct entry into Murdoch. FlexiTrack will help you mandatory workshop on-campus and complete a written assessment.
develop the skills you need to study at university level and will qualify For more information visit murdoch.edu.au/Law
you to study most Murdoch courses requiring an ATAR of 70.00. You can
study intensively over 10 weeks, full-time over 20 weeks, or part-time over Extenuating circumstances
12 months, and start your university degree in the following semester.
We understand that your pathway to university may not be a smooth
one. If your education has been compromised by genuine hardship which
K-Track has meant you’ve missed out on qualifying for an undergraduate course,
K-Track, run by the Kulbardi Aboriginal Centre, is a 14-week university we’ll take your circumstances into account.
preparation program that provides an alternative entry pathway to
Indigenous students. Upon successful completion, you can move directly Mature Age Pathway (MAP)
into most Murdoch courses requiring an ATAR of 70.00. For more
If you do not have the academic requirements to be admitted to a course
information visit murdoch.edu.au/KTrack
but are passionate about a field of study and feel you have relevant
work and life experience, then the Murdoch Mature Age Pathway (MAP)
Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) is for you. MAP involves an assessment of an applicant’s work and life
Murdoch Institute of Technology is an on-campus pathway college that experience and an interview to determine if they’re suitable for admission
offers the MUPC, a foundation-level course combining the essentials of to a course.
Years 11 and 12 to provide you with the knowledge and academic skills This pathway is not available for courses with an ATAR above 70 or for
required for university study. Upon successful completion, you will be Nursing or Chiropractic Science. It will also not be available to those who
able to apply for most undergraduate courses at Murdoch. For more apply within 2 weeks before semester commencement.
information visit murdochinstitute.wa.edu.au
Creative Portfolio
Murdoch’s Creative Portfolio entry pathway is for aspiring arts students who
wish to enrol in the Bachelor of Arts, Creative Media or Communications.
Entry is assessed on the basis of a creative portfolio which demonstrates
a student’s potential for creative aptitude in English and Creative Writing,
Games Art and Design, Graphic Design, Journalism, Photography, Screen
Production, Sound, Strategic Communication, and Theatre and Drama.
For more information visit portfolio.murdoch.edu.au
To find out more about our alternative entry pathways visit
murdoch.edu.au/Pathways
23How and when
to apply
Applications for Semester 1
To begin study in Semester 1, apply online through the TISC website at
tisc.edu.au
Applications though TISC are generally open in mid-August and are due at
the end of September of each year. If you apply after the due date, you will
Perth campus incur a late fee, so make sure your application is in before the deadline.
90 South Street, First round offers are made mid-January.
Murdoch WA 6150
Applications for Semester 2
To begin study in Semester 2, apply online directly to Murdoch University
Rockingham campus at murdoch.edu.au/Apply/Undergraduate
Dixon Road, For most courses, applications close during the second week of Semester 2.
Rockingham WA 6168
Applying for a double major?
Mandurah campus To apply for a double major, simply apply for one of your chosen majors
through TISC or directly to Murdoch (depending on the semester you apply
Education Drive, for), then after you accept your Murdoch offer, you can add your second
Mandurah WA 6210 major when you enrol in your units.
Perth CBD
Explore our scholarships
We’re proud to offer over $2.5 million in scholarships
each year, that not only reward high academic 15 min from Perth CBD
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achievement, but also provide support to indigenous
students, students from regional or remote areas
and students who have faced personal or financial South St Campus
hardship.
To find out which scholarships you may be eligible
for visit murdoch.edu.au/Scholarships
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