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International Mini Guide 2019 RANKED IN THE EARN MORE EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH MEDIAN TOP 70 GRADUATE WORLD-CLASS STANDARD OR ABOVE IN 87% OF STARTING UNIVERSITIES IN THE RESEARCH DISCIPLINES SALARY WORLD UNDER 50 EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH FOR AUSTRALIA (ERA) 2015 AUSTRALIA RESEARCH COUNCIL YEARS OF AGE THE GOOD UNIVERSITIES GUIDE 2018 TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION YOUNG UNIVERSITY RANKINGS 2017 $ 75+ 100+ 2.5 MILLION STUDY ABROAD AND CLUBS AND IN SCHOLARSHIPS EXCHANGE PARTNERS SOCIETIES AWARDED EACH IN OVER 20 COUNTRIES TO JOIN YEAR GLOBAL OUTLOOK 2 INTERNATIONAL 23,000 200 LOCATIONS - STUDENTS FROM DUBAI & SINGAPORE COURSES AVAILABLE 85+ COUNTRIES murdoch.edu.au/study | +61 8 9360 6063 Stuart Green “End – Start – End” Aluminium, polyurethane automotive paint Dimensions variable, Murdoch University Student Hub Public Art Commission 2018 AUSTRALIAN 3 LOCATIONS Welcome to PERTH, MANDURAH & ROCKINGHAM Murdoch University Studying at Murdoch University is not just about learning in your chosen field. You will explore new ways of thinking, discover different perspectives and make a difference by applying cutting-edge theory with real-world experience to ensure you are ready for a successful and long-lasting career. INTERNSHIPS & INDUSTRY We are passionate about what we do here at Murdoch, and we are here to help you get the PLACEMENTS skills, knowledge and life experience you need to achieve your goals and career aspirations. With over 200 courses available to our International students, choosing to study at Murdoch means you will join more than 23,000 students from over 85 countries in celebrating all that Murdoch has to offer. Ranked as one of Top 100 Young Universities in the world1, Murdoch is proud to welcome you into our ever-growing global community, where pioneering minds are brought together to celebrate education, diversity and innovation. 1Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2017 TOP 70 ASIA-PACIFIC UNIVERSITY TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION ASIA-PACIFIC UNIVERSITY RANKINGS 2017 01 Our Murdoch Community At Murdoch, you are not just a number. Choosing to study at Murdoch means you will become part of our close-knit community of pioneering minds and forward-thinking individuals, challenging convention and finding tomorrow’s answers, today. As part of this community, you will be encouraged to step out of your comfort zone and learn to think outside the box, where getting involved, having fun and making lifelong friends will ensure you have a memorable university experience. You will get to experience a variety of fun events and activities on campus, where you will have access to over 100 clubs and societies through our Student Guild. You can volunteer, take part in our multicultural day, join a sports team or participate in other campus events such as O-Festival or Stamp Out Stress Day, the choice is yours! “My time at Murdoch has by far been one of the most amazing experiences of my life. Before leaving home and traveling to Perth to begin my three and half year journey, I was overwhelmed with an array of conflicting emotions, from joy to sadness, excitement to fear. All of the emotions soon subsided when I arrived and was replaced with just one, appreciation. I appreciated the people, the assistance I received, the beauty of the campus, the opportunity, the experience and the country. Even after two years, I am still so thankful that I chose Murdoch to be my university.” KATRINA LEE , BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (PSYCHOLOGY), SINGAPORE murdoch.edu.au/study | +61 8 9360 6063 Scholarships Murdoch understands that studying at university can be a life-changing experience. As an International student, moving abroad to study can be a daunting task. That is why we want to help. Offering a range International Welcome of scholarships for commencing and existing Scholarship - Australia International students, you can focus on the important things, like making the next big An International Welcome Scholarship – Australia breakthrough in your field, while we take care of can provide International students residing in any financial hardships you may be facing. Australia with a course tuition fee contribution valued at up to 20% of the students total course To browse our full list of International fee. There is no financial pay-out associated Scholarships, head to: goto.murdoch.edu.au/ with this particular scholarship, instead eligible internationalscholarships students receive a 20% reduction of the course tuition cost for the duration of their course. International Welcome The International Welcome Scholarship Scholarship – Australia is available An International Welcome Scholarship can to students who are: provide between AUD$8,000 and AUD$11,000 An international full fee-paying student towards your tuition fees. • residing in Australia at the time of application If you are studying a Bachelor of Nursing, or any studying an undergraduate, honours, eligible course under the School of Business graduate diploma or master-level degree; and Governance, you may be eligible for up to • Commencing studies at one of Murdoch’s AUD$11,000. Students from all other eligible Western Australian campuses in 2018 or 2019; courses could be awarded up to AUD$8,000. • Commencing studies in an eligible Recipients of an International Welcome coursework program; and Scholarship will have the award amount • Not a recipient of any other Murdoch paid into their student tuition account University scholarship. in four instalments over 2 years. To find out if you are eligible, please visit: The International Welcome Scholarship goto.murdoch.edu.au/IWSAustralia is available for the 2018 and 2019 intake period, for students starting their studies at one of Murdoch’s Western Australian Murdoch University Academic campuses. To find out if you are eligible, Excellence Awards (MUAEA) – please visit: goto.murdoch.edu.au/ International InternationalWelcomeScholarship Murdoch University Academic Excellence Awards (MUAEAs) are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate Murdoch students, offering students AUD$5,000 towards their degree if they have a previous record of high academic achievement in their studies. To find our if you’re eligible for a MUAEA – International Scholarship, visit: our.murdoch.edu.au/Student-life/ Finances/Browse-scholarships/ UG_AEA-UG-International/ 03 About Perth Our main campus is located in Perth, Western Australia – the 7th ‘most liveable’ city in the world. Home to more than 2.5 million residents, Western Australia boasts some of the best coastlines in Australia. From the crystal clear waters of the Ningaloo Reef, to the awe-inspiring Karri Forests of the South-West, Western Australia has it all. THE MOST AFFORDABLE TH CITY IN 7 AUSTRALIA MOST LIVABLE CITY IN THE WORLD LIFE IN PERTH IS CHEAPER THAN ALL OTHER MAJOR The Economist Global Liveability Ranking 2017 AUSTRALIAN CITIES, INCLUDING SYDNEY AND MELBOURNE! The Economist Intelligence Unit, Worldwide Cost of Living Survey 2017 WARM SUMMERS, Perth - The gateway MILD WINTERS to the world RANKED IN THE MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE Not only does Perth share the same time zone as 60% of the world, but it is the only Australian city to offer TOP 25 24.7°C direct flights to Europe: AVERAGE SUMMER London (17 hours) STUDENT MIX CITIES TEMPERATURES Sydney (3.5 hours) QS, Best Student Cities 2017 12°C Melbourne (3 hours) Bali (3.5 hours) AVERAGE WINTER Bangkok (7 hours) RANKED IN THE TEMPERATURES Singapore (5 hours) Jakarta (4 hours) TOP 50 Kuala Lumpur (5.5 hours) STUDENT CITIES Hong Kong (8 hours) QS, Best Student Cities 2017 WORK & LEARN Dubai (14 hours) AS A STUDENT VISA HOLDER, YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO THE SUNNIEST WORK WHILE YOU CITY IN STUDY IN PERTH! AUSTRALIA QS, Best Student Cities 2017 Bureau of Meteorology 2017 murdoch.edu.au/study | +61 8 9360 6063 Acknowledgement of Country We acknowledge the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation as the Traditional Custodians of this country and its waters and that Murdoch University stands on Noongar Country. We pay our respects to Noongar Elders past and present, and acknowledge their wisdom and advice in our teaching and cultural knowledge activities. - Eeva Leinonen, Vice Chancellor. Located on the shores of the Swan River, Features of Perth Culinary Experience Perth’s warm, dry summers and cool, wet WA is home to two of the best wine and food- winters make for a great destination all year Beaches making regions in the world. Easily accessible round. Offering a large shopping district with Did you know that Western Australia (WA) from Perth, the Swan Valley and Margaret River a cosmopolitan mix of cafes, restaurants, is home to seven of the top 25 beaches regions make for a great day trip or longer pubs and thriving nightlife, Perth City is in Australia?* With over 12,500km of holiday-stay. suitable for students from all walks of life. coastline in WA, there is no shortage Murdoch’s Perth campus is located of beaches for you to explore. Elizabeth Quay approximately 15 minutes from both the historic *TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2017 Elizabeth Quay is Perth's new waterfront port-city of Fremantle and bustling City of Perth, entertainment and leisure precinct, connecting making it easy for our International students to Biodiversity Hotspot the city to the Swan Rover. With regular and spend their free time exploring and participating Perth is the capital of the Southwest Australian exciting events, you'll easily find things to do and in a range of activities and events. Ecoregion, one of only 34 Biodiversity Hotspots see at the quay. For those wishing to stay a bit closure to in the world. Take a trip to Rottnest Island and home, why not spend some time exploring meet one of the always smiling Quokkas, or visit our campus? With a range of cafes, Kings Park and Botanic Garden and see if you can eateries, sporting facilities and bush walks, spot an endangered Carnaby Cockatoo.