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Your future starts Student Course Guide here The only education out of which good can come Contents is the education which teaches you to think for yourself, instead of swallowing whatever the fashion of the moment may prescribe.

- Sir Walter Murdoch Our New Campus...... 02 Welcome Message...... 04 Murdoch University in ...... 06 Courses...... 10 Pathway Programs Foundation...... 14 Diploma...... 16

Undergraduate Programs Business...... 20 Communication...... 24 Criminology...... 26 Key dates for 2021 Technology...... 28 TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2 TRIMESTER 3 Postgraduate Business...... 32 ORIENTATION WEEK 10 January 2 May 29 August Technology...... 34 TRIMESTER PERIOD 17 January- 9 May- 5 September- Education...... 36 8 April 29 July 25 November Study Abroad Program Dubai...... 40 EXAM PERIOD 18-25 April 8-15 August 5-12 December English Language Programs...... 38

Entry Requirements Key dates for 2022 Undergraduate Academic Entry Requirements...... 42 Postgraduate Academic Entry Requirements...... 44 TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2 TRIMESTER 3 English Language Entry Requirements...... 45 ORIENTATION WEEK 9 January 1 May 28 August Our Scholarships and Bursaries...... 46 TRIMESTER PERIOD 16 January- 8 May- 4 September- Campus Life and Events...... 48 7 April 28 July 24 November Career and Industry Engagement...... 50 EXAM PERIOD 17-24 April 7-14 August 4-11 December Accommodation...... 52 Student Testimonials...... 54 Living in Dubai...... 56 Top things to do in Dubai...... 58 Student Support & Services...... 60 How to apply...... 62 Application Form...... 63

murdochuniversitydubai.com 01 Completed in 2020 Our and located in Dubai Knowledge Campus, our new, state-of-the- art home is waiting new to welcome you. Our modern, purpose-built new campus is merely 10 minutes away from thriving Dubai business hubs and districts such as Internet City, Media City, and . Students will have access to our vibrant campus situated within the heart of campus innovative business-focused communities that are home to some of ’s largest Fortune 500 companies. • Dedicated cybersecurity lab with custom-built systems • Large library with quiet study zones • Spacious reception area • Open student breakout space with a full kitchen and games room • Multiple ‘touchdown zones’ for informal collaboration • State-of-the-art classroom and lecture theatres • Wide choice of food and transport options

murdochuniversitydubai.com 03 We, as a University, are proud of who we are and what we have to offer − start your a place where people from all over the world come together to make journey their mark and make a difference. Murdoch University Dubai Dean and Academic Murdoch University Vice President’s Welcome Chancellor’s Welcome Welcome to Murdoch University in content and our multicultural ethos. Up until now, your life has been shaped by a collection of choices; which, while Dubai, UAE. We are one of Australia’s With over a 1,000 graduates, taught by not always easy, you’ve had to make. Now it’s time for you to make another leading universities in Dubai, and a international faculty from around the choice − will you embark on this next chapter of your education journey with place where staff and students from world, Murdoch University Dubai is a all over the world come together to stimulating and vibrant place to learn. Murdoch by your side? make a difference. We’re proud of We provide excellent facilities to our our international reputation for students: cutting-edge technology, From all of us at Murdoch, we would At Murdoch, we are committed to We, as a University, are proud of who excellence in teaching, research modern teaching spaces and be delighted to welcome you into our delivering a world-class education we are and what we have to offer − a and student satisfaction. committed student learning support, evergrowing global community of experience where, through unique place where people from all over the backed by a dedicated and globally At Murdoch University Dubai, you pioneering minds. A community of free learning environments, industry-based world come together to make their educated faculty. thinkers who come together to forge the work experience and leading academics, mark, make a difference, and open will earn a fully accredited Australian way for a brighter and better future for you won’t just graduate career-ready, their minds to new ways of thinking. degree with its associated international We constantly strive to meet the unique all, sparking curiosity, igniting change, but life-ready. We are an inclusive community recognition. All our programs are challenges that face students in the and discovering what is thought to where all are welcome, irrespective accredited by the Tertiary Education UAE as they look to assume leadership Since we opened our doors in 1975, we be undiscoverable. of background and social standing. Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA) in roles in the region and across the world. have been helping students, just like you, Australia and locally authorized by the All our graduates are prepared with As a true Murdoch free thinker, you’ll to follow their passions and to turn their We look forward to welcoming you Knowledge and Human Development the vital communication and creative leave your studies with courage to want ideas into actions. to Murdoch University. Your new life Authority (KHDA). The same thinking skills, with deep practical more, to seek the best from life, to push journey starts today. No matter what you choose to study transferable standards apply regardless knowledge in their subject, and with the boundaries and to never accept at Murdoch, you’ll be supported and With kind regards, of whether you are studying in Perth, in an awareness of global perspectives. the ordinary. empowered by a compassionate and Dubai or one of our other international They are articulate and analytically- Dr. James Trotter Professor Eeva Leinonen Learning through higher education is a comprehensive network of other campuses. Our students have the minded, with the confidence to take Dean and Academic President Vice Chancellor privilege, one that will not only offer you students and staff. Your journey at option to transfer credits earned a place on the global stage. Murdoch University Dubai Murdoch University across our network of campuses on a highly rewarding experience, but will Murdoch will see you choose the It is my pleasure and privilege to a short or long-term basis, for a truly open you up to new opportunities and best way to make your mark − to welcome you to Murdoch University international learning experience. change your life for the better. It’s also discover, to challenge and to solve. in Dubai. Our dedicated team of an exciting new time in your life − taking We place great emphasis on the quality staff looks forward to supporting that first step towards your future career of our students’ study and university you in your exciting journey of and finding a whole new world experience. We pride ourselves on the learning and exploration. of possibility. quality of our teaching and curriculum

murdochuniversitydubai.com 05 Murdoch University Murdoch University is the place where free thinking makes progress and where Murdoch University Dubai independent and collaborative thinking are 75 encouraged. Most importantly, it is the place Murdoch University where new ways of thinking can be found. GLOBAL TOP 75 RANKED IN THE TOP 75 UNIVERSITIES IN Dubai is one of THE WORLD UNDER 50 YEARS OF AGE Times Higher Education, Murdoch’s two Young University Rankings 2018 branch campuses

Murdoch provides everything you would outside of Australia. expect from a world-class university, Our modern, including leading academics, world- changing research, excellent facilities purpose-built and a wide range of courses. campus in Dubai Students studying at Murdoch University Press Club and have put their media We believe that creativity powers Dubai have access to support and expertise into practice at real-life events EXCELLENT CAREER & offers an outstanding change and strive to be the place where facilities that ensure the highest standard including the Airline Festival LEARNING SUPPORT international of global education. of Literature, Dubai International Film new ways of thinking can be found. RATED HIGHEST IN CAREER SUPPORT SERVICE AND SATISFACTION WITH Festival (DIFF), Book Fair, Rugby We won’t tell you what to think - instead education with All courses follow the same academic PROGRAM OF STUDY 7’s and Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. we give you the support, skills and requirements as the courses offered Higher Education Classification, 18/19 (KHDA) exemplary guidance opportunities to forge your own path. in Australia, and are taught by highly Our IT students have won educational Murdoch was established in 1973 as and support to make qualified international lecturers. The grants from for their a research university and was named sure our students degrees awarded are issued from groundbreaking work and our after prominent Australia academic and Australia and are exactly the same undergraduate business students have essayist Sir Walter Murdoch. Famous graduate life ready. as the ones conferred on campus showcased their enterprise skills to win for his intelligence, wit and humanity, in Australia. We have three intakes a a host of entrepreneurship competitions Murdoch strives to live up to its year - January, May and September - like Think Big. to offer you flexibility to join our wide namesake’s vision. 200+ CORPORATE TIE-UPS There are also outstanding career range of programs. INDUSTRY NETWORKS MAPPED OUT prospects for our graduates thanks Murdoch provides an innovative and FOR REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCES AND welcoming learning environment where EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Our Dubai campus is merely 10 minutes to our dedicated Employability and you’ll be surrounded by some of the away from thriving Dubai business Entrepreneurship initiative EDGE DXB DID YOU KNOW? world’s most progressive thinkers, hubs and districts such as Internet City, as well as campus recruitment with people who are not just challenging You can increase your Media City, Palm Jumeirah and Dubai major multinational companies within conventional wisdom and tackling employment opportunities Marina. Students have access to our the UAE. You’ll also have the opportunity the world’s big questions, but also by studying a double major vibrant campus situated in the heart of to build professional networks within finding answers. in our undergraduate innovative business-focused communities the Dubai business community, as well programs. that are home to some of the world’s as the Australian interest groups and Our forward-thinking students are largest Fortune 500 companies. organisations, including the Australian answering tomorrow’s questions, today. STUDENTS & STAFF Business Council. Murdoch University FROM 50+ COUNTRIES Students at Murdoch University Dubai Dubai is also an active member of Are you ready to be a IN ONE INTERNATIONAL CAMPUS enjoy a variety of extracurricular activities the UAE community with regular #MurdochFreeThinker? ensuring a holistic approach to student participation in CSR activities to welfare on campus including sports support various charities and teams, music clubs and regular events. not-for-profit organisations. As a student, you could be involved in practical learning experiences throughout your degree. Our communications students benefit from our partnership 70,000+ ALUMNI with MEPRA (Middle East Public WITH ALMOST 50 YEARS AS A LEADING Relations Association) and the Dubai EDUCATION INSTITUTION, MURDOCH UNIVERSITY HAS CREATED A WEALTH murdochuniversitydubai.com OF GLOBAL, SUCCESSFUL GRADUATES. 07 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. Recognition Our campus in the UAE ensures that students who are unable to travel and Accreditation internationally for their education Murdoch University Dubai, licenced by still have the opportunity to earn a Knowledge and Human Development high-quality, Australian-accredited Authority (KHDA), is also regulated degree, internationally from Australia by the national quality recognised degree. assurance and regulatory agency for We have been rated 5-star for higher education, Tertiary Education our Employability and Student Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). Well-being efforts by KHDA in their This double government-level oversight Higher Education Classification report assures you of the highest quality (2019/20). Our Dubai campus also international education. We offer the secured a 91.1% student satisfaction exact same Australian course content rate with the industry benchmark here in Dubai because we believe in our being 60-80%, as well as 50/50 core purpose of providing an exceptional, points for Career Support that’s international educational experience to provided to our students. students in the region.

murdochuniversitydubai.com 09 choose Undergraduate pathway

your A standard 3 year Bachelor's degree can be completed in 2 fast-track years, based on 3 trimesters of course full-time study per year. Postgraduate pathway For postgraduate programs, a Should you not meet the entry Graduate Certificate can be completed requirements for direct entry into a in 1 trimester (full-time study) and the Master’s degree program, you may full Master’s degree program can be be eligible to start with a Graduate completed in 1 year (3 trimesters of Certificate program, which is full-time study). Students may also equivalent to one trimester of choose to study part time and the master’s degree. complete the program over a longer duration, based on their study load.

Choosing what to study We offer English language, foundation, Our undergraduate courses also diploma (undergraduate first year), provide you with an option to study 2021 Academic calendar undergraduate and postgraduate two majors at one time, to broaden CLASSES LAST DAY STUDY EXAM programs in a wide range of subject your qualifications and choice INTAKE ORIENTATION areas, so you can choose a course best of careers. COMMENCE TO ENROL BREAK WEEK suited to your interests and goals. JAN Week commencing 5 Jan 12 Jan 23 Jan 5-9 April 12-19 April Throughout the next section of this Our flexible structure means that you guide, explore the key topics that MAY Week commencing 26 April 3 May 14 May 26-30 July 2-9 Aug have a number of entry points available will be covered in each major, find depending on your academic and outabout course requirements and SEPT Week commencing 23 Aug 30 Aug 10 Sep 22-25 Nov 29 Nov - 6 Dec English language qualifications. discover careers that you could pursue. 2022 Academic calendar

CLASSES LAST DAY STUDY EXAM INTAKE ORIENTATION Courses COMMENCE TO ENROL BREAK WEEK Program duration The fast-track duration at Murdoch Should your academic or English JAN Week commencing 9 Jan 17 Jan 27 Jan 10-14 April 17-24 April University Dubai for an undergraduate language qualifications not allow direct MAY Week commencing 1 May 8 May 19 May 31 July-4 Aug 7-14 Aug The Foundation Studies program program is 2 years, based on entry into Year 1 of an undergraduate is undertaken across 3 trimesters 3 trimesters of full-time study per year, degree program, you may be eligible SEPT Week commencing 28 Aug 4 Sept 15 Sept 27 Nov-1 Dec 4-11 Dec with the option of fast-track in or you can choose to complete your for entry to a Diploma program, which 2 trimesters. course in the standard 3 years. is equivalent to Year 1 of the standard undergraduate degree program.

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murdochuniversitydubai.com 13 Our internationally-recognised pre-university Foundation Program prepares you for entry into the first year of your chosen degree. It equips you with the academic skills and subject knowledge required for successful admission into an undergraduate degree of your choice. foundation The Foundation Program bridges the gap between the qualifications students gain at high school and those needed to enter an undergraduate degree. Foundation students will study core units that prepare them for further undergraduate programs relevant to their discipline, while also having an opportunity to take elective units that interest them from a range of disciplines. Our Foundation program is TEQSA- accredited and is internationally recognised as an Australian pathway certificate program for entry into Diploma and Undergraduate programs. DURATION TUITION FEE (AED) 8 units 5,512.5 per unit 2-3 trimesters 44,100 for the entire course

Core units: Additional core units (IT stream): • Advanced Academic Writing • Mathematics 1 and Research • Introduction to Systems Analysis • Advanced Academic Additional core units Communication Skills (Business stream): • Essential Mathematics Choose 2 out of: • Information Technology • Accounting • Management • Marketing

Elective units: Choose from the following (Arts and Communication choose 4; Business or IT choose 2):

• Accounting • Management • Introduction to Systems Analysis • Marketing • Intercultural Studies • Mathematics 1 • Mass Communication • Media

Assumed knowledge: for future Diploma/Bachelor studies in Finance or IT, knowledge of Year 12 Maths is assumed. Enrol in Mathematics, unless completed in Year 12.

Note: Core units and structure subject to change

Progression Students who achieve a GPA of ≥ 80% can progress directly to the related undergraduate degree at Murdoch University (with no advanced standing for Foundation Program studies) at the discretion of the Murdoch Dubai Dean; and students who achieve a GPA < 80% can progress directly into the related Murdoch University diploma. On successful completion of the Murdoch University The Murdoch University Foundation diploma, students can then progress to Year 2 of the related Murdoch University undergraduate degree with advanced standing of 24 credit points equivalent to Program prepares you for entry into year one of full-time undergraduate program. first year of your chosen degree.

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pathway to a

Diploma of Diploma of Degree Diploma of Diploma of Information Psychological Business Communication Technology Studies

Duration Duration Duration Duration 8 units, 2-3 trimesters 8 units, 2-3 trimesters 8 units, 2-3 trimesters 8 units, 2-3 trimesters

Tuition Fee (AED) Tuition Fee (AED) Tuition Fee (AED) Tuition Fee (AED) 51,500 for the entire course 51,500 for the entire course 51,500 for the entire course 51,500 for the entire course

The Diploma of Business is designed A Diploma of Communication will The Diploma of Information Technology The Diploma of Psychological Studies to provide students with a broad give you a broad understanding of is ideal for students with an interest in IT. is designed to provide you with a broad introduction to business in a supportive, media and potentially lead to a wide introduction to the field of psychology It provides a broad introduction to student-centred learning environment. range of roles involving professional in a supportive, student-centred computer science, so you can pursue It will prepare students for further communication skills. You will explore learning environment. further studies in specialisations such as study or for a professional business the cultural, social and political contexts software design, information systems, This Diploma covers a range of career. Students will explore a broad of public communication processes cyber security and web design. You theoretical, analytical, conceptual range of disciplines including business and industries, institutional settings of will progress to the second year of the and functional skills in psychology. mathematics, marketing, management international communication, and the bachelor’s degree program, and can You will have a better understanding and governance, accounting, economics way culture is expressed through media. tailor this towards your career ambitions. of career planning and management, and business law. They will also have a Once you complete the Diploma of The Diploma of Information Technology as well as develop literacy skills that better understanding of career planning Communication, opportunities include may also lead to entry level positions in will enhance your academic and and management, as well as develop progression to the second year of the the IT industry, such as help desk roles. professional communication and literacy skills that will enhance their degree program in Communication, or language capabilities. academic and business communication You will study the below 8 units: an entry level position in advertising, PR, and language capabilities. The • Language Enhancement Unit Once you complete the Diploma of media or communication organisations. knowledge and skills gained through • Career Learning: Managing Psychological Studies, opportunities completing the Diploma will be directly You will study the below 8 units: your Career include progression to the second year transferable to either entry-level • Language Enhancement Unit • Foundations of Computer Systems of the degree program in Psychology. employment/work settings and/or to • Career Learning: Managing • Introduction to Server Environments You will study the below 6 units, plus further learning in an academic setting your Career and Architectures two general electives from other • Social Media • Academic Skills for Business You will study the below 8 units: Diploma programs: • Strategic Communication • Foundations for Programming • Language Enhancement • Language Enhancement Unit • Academic Skills for Business • Introduction to Information Systems • Career Learning: Managing Your Career • Career Learning: Managing • Introduction to Digital Media Skills • Foundations of Discrete Mathematics • Management in a Global Environment your Career After my high school studies, I decided to go to Australia for my • Digital Newsgathering and Reporting higher education, but I changed my plan due to some visa issues. • Global Marketing Second year of your Murdoch • Introduction to Cultural Psychology • Critical Web Literacy I heard about Murdoch University Dubai, offering courses accredited • Introduction to Accounting University degree • Introduction to Psychological Science by the Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA) in • Foundations of Economics Second year of your Murdoch Bachelor of Science with a major in: • Academic Skills for Business Australia. I chose Murdoch University Dubai as it gives me an Australian • Foundations of Business Law University degree • Business Information Systems • Introduction to Psychological degree, and eventually, it’s a potential pathway to Australia. • Introduction to Finance Bachelor of Communication with a • Computer Science Research Methods major in: Second year of your Murdoch • Cyber Security and Forensics Second year of your Murdoch As an international student, the support and care I got were University degree • Journalism University degree amazing! The faculty and student service team are there to • Strategic Communication Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) support me at any time. Bachelor of Business with a major in: • Finance My overall experience of living and studying in Dubai has been • Management great, and I am proud of being a part of the Murdoch community. • Marketing • Banking Jobin Joy - India • Accounting Assumed knowledge: • Human Resource Management To meet the entry requirements for this Diploma program, it is assumed you have completed the equivalent of Year 12 mathematics. Diploma of Information If not, you may be required to study a bridging subject or support maths program. • Hospitality and Tourism Technology (2020) Progression to second year university You must complete and pass the required eight units for your Diploma program to gain entry into second year of your chosen Murdoch University undergraduate degree program.

murdochuniversitydubai.com 17 Undergraduate programs • Business • Communication • Criminology • Technology

murdochuniversitydubai.com 19 Undergraduate Programs

Business

A Bachelor of Business provides a broad understanding of individual, organisational and societal issues. You will have the practical skills to identify business opportunities, analyse problems and implement solutions and you will My experience be able to demonstrate a knowledge of business principles across key functional areas. You will throughout have depth of knowledge in one or more business disciplines: accounting, banking, business law, Duration at Murdoch finance, hospitality and tourism management, 2-3 years, 6 trimesters University has human resources management, international Tuition Fee (AED) business, management and marketing. 155,000 for the entire course been great. I feel I am a part Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of of this amazing Business in Business in Business in community Finance Management Marketing

where we A Bachelor of Business in Finance will Management used to be as simple as From billboards to social media, take your financial evaluation skills to planning, organising, directing and marketing messages are everywhere. aspire to learn the next level. controlling. These functions are still In this course, you will learn to essential – but the world has changed. understand market trends and As part of your studies, you’ll learn and grow. The Workplaces today are highly dynamic, develop sustainable competitive the practical skills to identify business often with multiple teams working strategies for products and services. opportunities, analyse problems and lecturers are across a range of locations, all implement solutions. You’ll learn You’ll explore consumer behaviour, bringing a new set of challenges to become an innovative, creative marketing communications, really supportive to management. and ethical thinker with the skills to international marketing, services and they guide confidently shape the interactions In this course, you’ll explore a marketing, and marketing research between business and society. wide range of issues, theories and and analysis. perspectives to develop the skills and us constantly. Recommended double majors You’ll see marketing theory brought knowledge you need to become a • Banking to life through case studies, industry professional manager. You will learn • Accounting placements and by working with Aishwarya Subrahmanian - India how to identify opportunities, assess real clients to develop strategic Bachelor of Business in Management • Criminology challenges and find the best solutions. marketing plans. and Finance (2019) Recommended pre-requisite subjects Recommended double majors • Mathematics applications Recommended double majors • Banking • Human Resource Management Professional recognition • Human Resource Management • Psychology When you graduate, you could be • Hospitality and Tourism Management • Hospitality and Tourism Management eligible for associate membership of • Strategic Communications the Financial Services Institute of Early Career Opportunities Australia (FINSIA). • Business Relationship Manager Professional recognition • Administrative Coordinator This course is recognised by the Early Career Opportunities • Office Supervisor Australian Marketing Institute (AMI). • Purchasing Clerk • Executive Assistant • Junior Business Analyst Early Career Opportunities • Financial Risk Associate • Sales Representative • Marketing Coordinator • Business Development Executive • Digital Content Officer • Event Coordinator

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Business Bachelor of Bachelor of Business in Bachelor of Business in Hospitality Business in Human Resource and Tourism Banking Management Management (September 2021) (September 2021) (September 2021)

Banking is an industry famous for Human Resources Management Want to turn your love of travel and offering a wide range of opportunities, professionals specialise in managing working with people into the kind of great working conditions and a functions and activities concerned with career where every day is different? commitment to ongoing training and attracting, maintaining and developing This course will give you the skills, learning. Through this course, students people within the organisation. A knowledge and experience you need. are exposed to the issue of information Bachelor of Business (Human Resources Learn about hospitality and tourism asymmetry that exists between the Management) will provide students with management, and how the industry borrower and the lender and the need a body of knowledge that includes the is always changing. Explore sustainable to design contracts that reveal and understanding of historical perspectives tourism and discover how you can use monitor the quality of the borrower. The and contemporary developments data to help predict trends for units also consider the nature and legal in Human Resources Management. a particular place or region. implications of the banker-customer Students will have knowledge of how relationship. The high debt that research principles and methods At Murdoch, we help you learn by financial institutions have in their capital inform Human Resources Management doing, so your assessments will be structure, the interest sensitivity of their decision-making. based on real life, rather than theory. assets and the liquidity that depositors You’ll learn business management Graduates of a Bachelor of Business demand result in unique interest, credit principles, and be mentored through (Human Resources Management) and liquidity risk management issues. a range of projects as you learn to use will demonstrate the application of research to make business decisions. Banks and financial institutions work knowledge and skills via the planning based on having debt built into and completion of significant research- Recommended double majors their structure – and you’ll learn to based or scholarship-centred projects. • Management understand the interest, credit and • Marketing Recommended double majors liquidity risk management issues that • Human Resource Management Bachelor of Business in Accounting • Management this can create. You’ll examine how the • Strategic Communications • Marketing (September 2021) global banking system works and how it • Finance Early Career Opportunities affects the local business environment, • Accounting Accounting is an integral part of Students can benefit from ACCA Recommended double majors as well as international trade. • Hospitality Executive • Psychology the management process in any exemptions for up to four subjects • Banking • Convention Services Executive Recommended double majors • Hotel Sales, Marketing and Public business, public enterprise or not for with the completion of certain • Finance Early Career Opportunities • Accounting Relations Executive profit entities. It acts as an evaluation Accounting units, saving you time and • Management • Project Manager • Finance • Tour Operator and control aid when looking at the money if you choose to pursue your • Human Resource Management • Human Resources Executive effectiveness and efficiency of the ACCA accountancy qualifications. • Management • Travel Retailer or Guide Early Career Opportunities or Analyst operations of an enterprise as well as • Human Resource Management Students can satisfy the entry • Human Resources Policy Officer employee performance. It provides • Auditor or Bookkeeper requirements for admission to Early Career Opportunities • Payroll and Operations Support information to assist users in making • Financial Analyst or Planner membership of the professional • Bank Workers • Recruitment Executive decisions for a variety of purposes, • Chief Financial Officer (CFO) accounting bodies when this major • Financial Investment Advisers and including the acquisition or sale of • Credit Manager is taken in combination with the Managers shares, lending of money, and provision Professional Accounting Minor. These • Financial Brokers of goods on credit. include Associate membership of • Credit and Loan Officers You’ll also learn to interpret accounting CPA Australia, direct entry into the • Insurance, Money Market And and auditing standards as you gain Chartered Accountants of Australia Statistical Clerks. new skills in financial statement and New Zealand Programme, and analysis, forecasting and budgeting, Associate membership of the Institute negotiation, ethical decision-making of Public Accountants (IPA). and problem-solving.

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Communication Bachelor of Communication Bachelor of in Strategic Communication Communication in Journalism (Content Creation and (Corporate Communications Web Analytics) and Brand Engagement)

Studying at Murdoch Duration Duration University was a great 2-3 years, 6 trimesters 2-3 years, 6 trimesters Tuition Fee (AED) Tuition Fee (AED) experience for me purely 155,000 for the entire course 155,000 for the entire course because of my lecturers. In this course, you’ll work with real This course could make you eligible clients on real campaigns as you build for a professional placement at a The passion they have for a wide range of skills for professional commercial TV newsroom or in an communication in the digital age. You’ll online newsroom. You’ll learn the skills you need in today’s evolving media their fields is contagious, create and produce content, manage landscape, from practical reporting and social media and develop public writing, through to using social media and their investment in my relations and communications strategies. and video journalism, and learning how life was not limited to the You’ll develop digital and traditional to build and manage your own website. communication skills and learn to apply You will also create content shot on mobile devices and learn the use of them in a range of contexts, from web classroom. I learned more drones for journalism. communication to creative production and even news media. You will learn how to use Photoshop, than what can be found Premiere and Audition, as well as By your final year, you will bring editorial content management systems in a text book thanks together everything you have learnt to publish stories across different media throughout your degree and work platforms. You will investigate the to their dedication and with a real client, applying your ethical, legal and cultural contexts of the skills in strategy development, client media, analyse the influence journalism commitment to management, program research, has on society as well as the rapidly my growth. planning design and evaluation. changing world of news delivery. Recommended double majors With the help of our industry- experienced lecturers, you’ll conduct • Journalism interviews, take photos and videos, and Kayla Premachandra - South Africa • Marketing create multimedia content. In your final Undergraduate Communications Professional recognition unit, your stories will be written and uploaded to our news website, as you and Media (2018) Strategic Communication students are work in an online newsroom and find eligible to be student members of the out how the industry really works. Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA). This course has been designed Recommended double majors in accordance with requirements for • Strategic Communication We are a Middle accreditation by the Public Relations • Criminology East Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA). Professional recognition Association (MEPRA) Career opportunities Our Journalism students are eligible member institute which • Social Media Manager or to be student members of the Dubai means all Communication Media Advisor Press Club. students have access to • Public Relations Officer or Manager industry events, trainings Career opportunities • Strategic Communication Manager and internships. • Journalist or Freelance Writer • Sponsorship and Fundraising • TV News Reporter/Producer Coordinator • Radio Journalist/Presenter • Media Liaison Officer • Documentary Producer

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Criminology Psychology

Criminology

Duration The learning outcomes for the 2-3 years, 6 trimesters Major include: • Explain the causes/interventions/ Qualification Completed as a double major only. prevention of criminal behaviour Qualification depends on first from sociological, historical, legal and When you study chosen major. psychological perspectives; • Distinguish between various types a Murdoch, you Tuition Fee (AED) of international and transnational Completion of Criminology as a double crime utilising the relevant legal and are continually major does not cost anything additional policy dimensions. in most cases. • Communicate in a manner consistent encouraged to with the norms of criminology for a Our understanding of crime and how to range of audiences; put your best prevent it has grown and continues to • From a criminology perspective, grow substantially. Murdoch University’s foot forward. critically analyse contemporary criminology program is based on this research findings to produce evidence-based approach to tackling evidence-based conclusions; and Dona Poorna - Sri Lanka crime. As a result, our Criminology • Through independent enquiry, program has an excellent reputation and Bachelor of Arts in apply knowledge and skills that is being offered in Dubai. The standalone Psychology (2021) recognise diversity and the rights Major is designed for students who are and perspectives of others in completing degrees in other majors. various contexts. Students will want to take Criminology to complement their studies as well as Course units: employment opportunities. • Introduction to Psychological Research Methods Students will develop a broad range of professional and personal skills, including • Introduction to Criminology Policing the ability to think critically and creatively, and Crime Prevention apply knowledge and information and • Alternative Dispute Resolution Bachelor of Arts lifespan; biological, social, and cultural What You’ll Learn communicate effectively. These skills are • Criminal Behaviour influences on the individual persons Build the knowledge and skills you need widely • International and Transnational Crimes in Psychology perception, emotion, learning, cognition, to meet your career or study goals. Here language and neuroscience; personality sought after by employers in a broad • Psychology and Law are some of the things you’ll learn: range of industries. (Arts) and individual differences; abilities and • Crime Through the Ages • Family and interpersonal relations disabilities; psychological health and In the Criminology Major, students will • How people think, plan, remember Recommended double majors Duration well-being, and psychological disorders. develop a broad understanding of the and make decisions • Cyber Security and Forensics 2-3 years, 6 trimesters theories of crime with a particular focus The Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) • How human beings change and • Finance on the psychology of criminal behaviour Tuition Fee (AED) gives you the chance to build special develop through the lifespan and the environmental factors which • Journalism 155,000 for the entire course expertise in the areas of psychology • How society, culture and the people give rise to crime. This understanding will • Psychology that most interest you. You’ll examine around us influence our behaviour leading-edge research and practical • How individuals differ in their aid in the prevention and investigation Career opportunities Love exploring what makes people of criminal behaviour and the effective applications to explore how we make personality and talents • Data Scientist think and act the way they do? In management of offenders. The Major this course, you’ll learn established sense of ourselves. • How biology influences behaviour • Forensic Analyst • Psychological disorders, what causes also covers the interaction between law psychological knowledge and methods With a focus on the latest research • Social Researcher them, and how psychologists can help and psychology as well as international of investigation, along with the latest in these fields, you’ll integrate your • Criminal Investigation • Techniques for investigating people’s and transnational crime. Students will developments and exciting new trends learning of subject matter with the • Additional Careers in Sociology thoughts, feelings and behaviour. develop proficiency in producing written in the field. You’ll learn about all the research methods used to discover and oral arguments and develop sound major fields in psychology, including new knowledge in these fields. Career opportunities research skills. These skills will allow human development through our • Psychologist (with further study) student to take an evidence-based • Human Resources or Marketing Officer approach to their chosen field of work. • Manager The skills will add to and complement • Researcher their other studies. murdochuniversitydubai.com 27 Undergraduate Programs

Technology Bachelor of Information Bachelor of Technology Bachelor of Information in Business Information Technology in Information Technology in Cyber Security Systems Computer Science and Forensics

Duration Duration Duration 2-3 years, 6 trimesters 2-3 years, 6 trimesters 2-3 years, 6 trimesters

Tuition Fee (AED) Tuition Fee (AED) Tuition Fee (AED) 155,000 for the entire course 155,000 for the entire course 155,000 for the entire course

All organisations depend on information In this course you’ll develop the skills Increasingly, government and systems. In this course, you will and knowledge you need to design and corporate organisations need to learn how information is generated, develop the kind of ideas, concepts and identify information security risks and communicated, stored and used in a technologies that can change the world. interdependencies between business range of business activities. functions. There are escalating You’ll explore the theory, methods security threats to organisations’ You’ll learn the skills and knowledge you and systems used by the computing information assets and increasing need to solve business problems as you industry. You’ll study algorithms and needs for organisations to comply build your understanding of information algorithm development, software with governance of information systems design, management and design and implementation, Artificial management. This has resulted in development. You will develop the kind Intelligence (AI), computer technology, organisations requiring well-trained IT of professional, problem-solving and computer systems and systems professionals capable of addressing personal skills you’ll need in your career. development. three key issues: managing information, You’ll find many career opportunities You’ll learn how to create and apply protecting information, and forensic across the world in the IT industry, or computer and software systems to real- investigation of information you could take on further studies or a world problems. You’ll find many career security incidents. research career. opportunities anywhere in the world Graduates of this major will be well Recommended pre-requisite subjects of business, industry or government or suited to meet these important • Mathematics applications you could take on further studies or a industry demands. research career. Recommended double majors Recommended pre-requisite subjects • Computer Science Recommended pre-requisite subjects • Mathematics applications • Cyber Security and Forensics • Mathematics applications Recommended double majors Professional recognition Recommended double majors • Computer Science This course is accredited at the • Cyber Security and Forensics • Business Information Systems Did you know? Murdoch University Professional level with the Australian • Business Information Systems Computer Society (ACS). Career opportunities Professional recognition • Ethical Hacker Career opportunities This course is accredited at the Dubai is the first university in the UAE • Information Security Officer • Business Analyst Professional level with the Australian • Cyber Forensic Investigator • Systems Analyst Computer Society (ACS). • Forensic Auditor • Database Administrator to be an AWS (Amazon Web Services) Career opportunities • Computer Security Officer • Project Manager • Programmer/Software Developer • Consultant Academy member institution, giving • Systems Analyst • Software Architect • Computer Systems our students free access to Cloud and Network Manager All Bachelor of IT • Data Scientis students complete a capstone project in their Foundation courses. final year to hone and demonstrate their practical skills.

murdochuniversitydubai.com 29 Postgraduate programs • Business • Technology • Education • English Language Programs

murdochuniversitydubai.com 31 Postgraduate Programs

Business

Graduate Certificate in Business Master of Business Administration Administration

Duration Duration 1 trimester full-time 3 trimesters full-time or part-time equivalent or part-time equivalent

Tuition Fee (AED) Tuition Fee (AED) 25,000 89,000

The Graduate Certificate in Business Our Master of Business Administration Administration is a nested qualification (MBA) will enhance your professional within the Master of Business skillset and put your innovative Administration. It will provide you ideas to work. Led by leading with the opportunity to develop the academics, this course gives you a analytical skills needed to make sound competitive edge in a rapidly changing business decisions. You will focus on corporate environment. the management of organisations and The MBA is oriented to the needs have the opportunity to choose units of today’s and tomorrow’s business in two other key business disciplines. leaders. The course comprises 6 This course can be completed in one core units and 2 electives, providing trimester of full-time study or part expert skills in creating and managing time equivalent. global businesses, leadership, strategy, Upon successful completion of this accounting, organisational behaviour, course, you may apply for admission to economics and finance, marketing, the Master of Business Administration, entrepreneurship and business ethics. which will only take an additional two You’ll work closely with our academic full-time trimesters to complete. team, and choose electives from the Employment prospects areas of Business Management to This course is designed for young create a specialist qualification to suit graduates and looking to move into your goals. higher levels of management. You will Your career get the opportunity to study four core An MBA qualification can help you units aligned with the MBA course further your current career and move and exit with a graduate qualification, into a more senior role, or help you thus, gaining a competitive edge in change career paths to pursue new the marketplace. opportunities. Depending on your own situation and career aspirations, there are many careers and positions that this course can lead to. Great management is needed across all industries - you could find yourself working in government, media, advertising, finance, other areas of business or non- government organisations (NGOs).

murdochuniversitydubai.com 33 Postgraduate Programs

Technology

Master of Information Technology (September 2021)

Duration 8 trimesters, full-time* *Currently offered on a part-time basis only

Tuition Fee (AED) 75,000

Are you looking to further your 4. The knowledge and skills learned career in Information Technology? while earning this degree will enhance This postgraduate course will allow your job performance and increase you to gain a thorough grounding your proficiency in troubleshooting in IT management, cloud computing, and development, as well as equip artificial intelligence and network you to advance your career design along with the practical and remuneration. application of this knowledge. 5. Study at the first university in the Course Description UAE that is an Amazon Web Services (AWS) Academy member institute. Organisations are increasingly dependent on Information Technology and its application in the business Develop your skills environment. This course is designed Build essential skills and knowledge for IT and Information Systems to meet you career or study goals. professionals to develop and implement Topics you’ll cover include: these in-demand IT management skills. • business analysis and system development Internationally recognised, the Master of IT will help you prepare for your • information technology management career in the Technology • advanced data analysis and IT sector, providing the knowledge • artificial intelligence and skills needed to lead teams across a range of IT specialties. Your career As a graduate of the Master of IT, you’ll 5 reasons to study a Master of IT be able to choose from a variety of roles at Murdoch University Dubai: concerned with network performance 1. Learn more about data science, and security. You could work in a range information systems, artificial of public and private organisations such intelligence, cloud computing, as network service providers, banking IT security and more in this and finance organisations or the comprehensive coursework degree. Government and military. Careers 2. This course has been designed in could include: collaboration with industry partners • Information Systems/Information with an emphasis on effective Technology Manager communication and the development • Business Intelligence Manager of solutions to complex real-world IT problems. • IT Projects Manager 3. Learn from our teaching and research • IT Management Consultant staff who are forward-thinking IT • Chief Technology Officer professionals are highly active in generating policy and change within industry.

murdochuniversitydubai.com 35 Postgraduate Programs

Education

Graduate Certificate in Master of International Education Education (Coursework)

Duration Duration 1 year or 3 trimesters full-time or 3 trimesters part-time equivalent

Tuition Fee (AED) Tuition Fee (AED) 25,000 75,000

If you’ve always dreamt of teaching in This three-trimester coursework degree international settings, this course could is designed to provide the education be the launching pad you need. You’ll profession and the wider community explore the historical background and with leaders capable of addressing contemporary world of international critical issues in educational practice, education, schools, curriculum, policy and research. programs, ideas and students. If you’re a qualified teacher, educational This course, designed for teaching administrator or professional, this professionals, explores the concept of course will assist you to become a internationalisation with a specific focus leader in educational practice, policy on the International Baccalaureate (IB) and research. This course provides suite of programs, including Primary you the flexibility to focus on areas Years Program, Middle Years Program of specific interest to you and and Diploma Program. refine your teaching, learning and This is a stand-alone course that assessment expertise. examines and critiques a range of international curricula and provides This is a coursework-classified course. In connections to the organisations addition to completing 24 credit points driving these programs. You will also of electives, you will undertake two core gain the professional development 6-point units, one a research-based requirements associated with the project and the other an introduction to International Baccalaureate Certificate educational research methods. in Teaching and Learning. Employment prospects Interested in further study in the field This course will provide you with the of international education? This course knowledge, understanding and skills also provides a pathway with advanced required to enhance your teaching, standing into our Master of Education leadership and/or administration roles by Coursework degree. within the education field. Employment prospects Graduates will be qualified to work in international schools throughout the world including International Our postgraduate Baccalaureate schools and those Education programs schools internationalising the curriculum. are the only courses in the country that offer Professional recognition the Teaching and This course has been authorised by Learning Certificate the International Baccalaureate (IB). from the International On completion, students will be eligible Baccalaureate (IB). to receive a Teaching and Learning Certificate from the International Baccalaureate. murdochuniversitydubai.com 37 Language Programs

English Language Programs

Academic English

Duration Your learning outcomes 10 weeks per course level Reading and listening Start Date • note-taking strategies for lectures Regular intakes throughout the year and tutorials • analysis of reading text structures Tuition Fee (AED) • techniques for speed reading, 500 per week skimming and scanning

Entry Requirements Speaking and writing Intermediate to advanced level of • planning, drafting and editing reports English. A pre-course qualifying test and essays is required to guarantee a place in • effective communication in tutorials the course. • pronunciation and voice training for presentations and seminars The Academic English course is • biographic and in-text referencing specifically for students who need to improve their English language skills Critical thinking for a University course or everyday • analysis of tertiary assessment tasks English usage. • research skills • learner independence In this course, you will develop skills • intercultural communication in academic proficiency and literacy in English. You will find it easier to Employability skills understand and participate in your • computer literacy and numeracy university course. If you complete the • negotiating tactfully and Academic English course successfully, persuading effectively you will be able to use English in a • international culture variety of academic contexts and take • digital and face-to-face networking responsibility for your progress with little support from teachers.

If you successfully complete Academic English, you will be assessed for English progression internally and do not need to provide formal English results before progressing to an academic program at Murdoch University Dubai.

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murdochuniversitydubai.com 39 Experience the colours and flavours of Dubai study UAE Ranked #1 in the world for abroad Study Abroad! (US News & World program Report 2020) Dubai

This exciting opportunity will allow you Why choose Murdoch What can you study? Enjoy life on campus to work towards completing your degree University Dubai for You can choose from over one hundred Life as a student isn’t just about getting while enjoying life-changing experiences your study abroad subjects we offer at Murdoch Dubai. to class on time and studying for exams. program? The subjects are called ‘units’ and with Getting involved on campus is the best and seeing the wonders of the Middle East. so many to choose from, you’ll be sure way to meet new people, connect with • Experience a world-class education to find something that suits your area other students outside the classroom Why Dubai? As a tourist and transport hub, Dubai in an internationally-recognised of interest. You have a choice of over and make the most of your time at is also the perfect place for intrepid Australian university 100 units from areas within: Murdoch University Dubai Just 50 years ago, Dubai was a small travellers to launch weekend trips and • Enhance your employability • Accounting desert town. Today, it is a vibrant, vacations in some of the world’s most opportunities by not only building • Banking futuristic city of over 3 million people Where will I live? iconic destinations – new networks but also demonstrating • Business from over 200 countries. Surrounded skills such as a willingness to learn, Murdoch University Dubai partners • Drive across the border into stunning • Business Information Systems by sand dunes, and enjoying year-round exploring new ideas and building with the best student accommodation Oman for a taste of the old Arab • Computer Science sunshine, modern, cosmopolitan Dubai a global mindset providers in the city to ensure you world, scuba diving and luxury resorts. is edged by stunning beaches and warm • Criminology • Explore a new destination with an are safe and comfortable, including waters on one side, and the picturesque, • Be at Cairo and the Pyramids in 4 hours. • Cyber Security and Forensics incredible history and an exciting future global student accommodation legendary Arabian desert on the other • Visit the ancient Nabatean ruins of • Education provider UniNest. • Better understand and appreciate the – take a morning desert safari in Dubai Petra, Jordan. • Finance culture, sights and traditions from a and catch the sun rising from the dunes, • Go skiing in Mzaar Kfardebian in • Health ride a camel, go ‘dune-bashing’, visit a different part of the world Lebanon, home to the largest ski resort • Human Resource Management How can I apply? traditional market (souk), go shopping • Make lifelong friends from all around the in the Middle East. • Journalism It’s easy to apply to Study Abroad in one of Dubai’s countless malls (Dubai world with our diverse student body • Take in the wonders of the Hagia Sofia • Management at Murdoch – you can visit our Mall is the largest mall in the world), in or the Old City of Jeddah, One of the key benefits of studying website or contact us directly at: take in the view from the top of the Burj • Marketing Saudi Arabia, or look further to Africa, abroad is the opportunity to discover [email protected] Khalifa (the world’s tallest building), • Psychology India and all of Europe. yourself while gaining an understanding or enjoy an exciting food and nightlife • Strategic Communications We have a dedicated team who of a different culture. Being in a new scene that rivals any great city in the Arabic culture is deeply rooted in Dubai, will help you and manage your place by yourself can be sometimes be world – from the street food of Palestine but with the UAE being an expat nation, application every step of the way. overwhelming, and it tests your ability to or Turkey to Michelin star restaurants and there is so much cultural diversity. How much does adapt to diverse situations while being celebrity chefs – Dubai has it all. Students can enjoy a cosmopolitan your program cost? able to problem solve.you need to and international lifestyle in Dubai, with reach your goals. Your fees will depend on how many plenty of opportunities to interact with units you study, whether you stay people from diverse nationalities and for one semester or two and which cultural backgrounds. accommodation option you choose. Contact our team for more information. murdochuniversitydubai.com 41 QUALIFICATION FOUNDATION PROGRAM DIPLOMA PROGRAM UNDERGRADUATE

Indian Higher Secondary Successful completion of Senior School Successful completion of India Higher Successful completion of Higher Secondary School Certificate (State Certificate (Class XI) with an average of 50% Secondary Certificate (Class XII) (State Certificate (State Boards except Punjab State Boards except Punjab State or above in the best 4 academic subjects Boards except Punjab State Board) with a Board) with a minimum average of 65% in the Admission Board) minimum average of 55% or above in the best 4 academic subjects best 4 academic subjects

All India Senior School Successful completion of Senior School Successful completion of All India Senior Successful completion of Class XII with to Murdoch Certificate (CBSE/CISCE/ Certificate (Class XI) with an average of 50% School Certificate (Class XII) (CBSE/CISCE/ a minimum average of 60% in the best 4 NIOS) or above in the best 4 academic subjects NIOS) with a minimum average of 50% in the academic subjects best 4 academic subjects

University Dubai Jordan Successful completion of Tawjihi General Successful completion of 1 year recognized Please contact the Admissions Office for Certificate of Education with a minimum post-secondary study or successful further information average of 60% average or above in completion of Tawjihi or General Vocational is on the basis of academic subjects Secondary Education Certificate with 70% or above in academic subjects

Kazakhstan Successful completion of Certificate of Successful completion of Certificate of Please contact the Admissions Office for meeting minimum Secondary Education Year 11 (Attestat o Secondary Education with a GPA of 3.0 further information Srednem Polnom Obshchem Obrazovanii)

Kenya Successful completion of KCSE with 5 passes Successful completion of KCSE with a C Successful completion of Kenya Certificate academic and and a D grade average grade average or GCE A Levels with passes in of Secondary Education (KSCE) with a grade 2 academic subjects average of B

Lebanon Successful completion of Brevet d’Etudes Successful completion of Baccalaureate Please contact the Admissions Office for English language with 4 passes or completion of Technical Libanais Year 12 with a minimum average further information Secondary School or Professional Secondary above 10 requirements for school or Baccalaureate Libanais Year 11 Nepal Successful completion of the Higher School Leaving Certificate Examination School Leaving Certificate Examination Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Year (Grade XII) awarded by the National (Grade XII) awarded by the National your course. 11) with a GPA of 2.0 Examinations Board: Minimum GPA of 2.0 Examinations Board: Minimum GPA of 2.8 Nigeria Successful completion of Senior Secondary Successful completion of Senior Secondary Please contact the Admissions Office for School examinations (WAEC or NECO) with School Certificate (WAEC or NECO) with 5 further information 5 grades at D7 level grades at C6 level or Foundation

Pakistan Successful completion of Higher Secondary Successful completion of Higher Secondary Successful completion of the Higher School Certificate (Year 11) with an average School Certificate (Year 12) with a grade Secondary School Certificate with a grade of 50% average of 55% across 4 academic subjects average of 65% taken from the best 4 academic subjects

Philippines Successful completion of High School Successful completion of NCEE National Please contact the Admissions Office for Diploma or NCEE National College Entrance College Entrance Examination with a further information Examination or Grade 11 with a minimum minimum average of 80% average of 80%

Russia Successful completion of Certificate of Successful completion of Certificate of Please contact the Admissions Office for Secondary Education Year 11 (Attestat o Secondary Education with a GPA of 3.0 further information Undergraduate Academic Srednem Polnom Obshchem Obrazovanii) Saudi Arabia Successful completion of Year 12 or General Successful completion of Year 12 or General Please contact the Admissions Office for Secondary School Certificate (GSSC) with a Secondary School Certificate (GSSC) with an further information Entry Requirements minimum average of 60% average of 70% or above South Africa Successful completion of NSC (National Successful completion of NSC (National Senior Successful completion of the National Senior Senior Certificate) or Year 11 with a minimum Certificate) with a grade average of 4 or above Certificate with a minimum grade average of grade average of 60% or matriculation with a minimum of 3 passes in 5 in best 6 subjects (excluding The following qualifications are the minimum acceptable levels for higher level subjects ‘life orientation’) Sri Lanka Successful completion of GCE O Level with Successful completion of GCE A Levels with Successful completion of GCE A Levels with academic eligibility for our pathway and undergraduate programs. passes in 5 academic subjects passes in 2 academic subjects a minimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects

Sweden Successful completion of the Upper Successful completion of Upper Secondary Successful completion of the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate School Certificate (Slutbetyg Från Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Slutbetyg Från Gymnasieskola) with a grade Gymnasieskola) with a grade average of (Slutbetyg Från Gymnasieskola) with a International qualifications table average of 10 12.5 or higher grade average of 15

Tanzania Successful completion of GCE O Level with a Successful completion of GCE A Levels with Successful completion of GCE A Levels with QUALIFICATION FOUNDATION PROGRAM DIPLOMA PROGRAM UNDERGRADUATE minimum of 5 passes (C or better) passes in 2 academic subjects a minimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 General Certificate of Successful completion of CGSE passes Successful completion of GCE A-levels Successful completion of GCE ‘A’ levels or 3 subjects Education (GCE) (grade C and above) in 5 subjects with 2 passes (E or better) with a minimum of 6 points taken from Successful completion of Year 12 or General Successful completion of Year 12 or General Please contact the Admissions Office for the best 2 or 3 subjects where: (A*=6; A=5; Secondary School Certificate (Shahadat Secondary School Certificate (Shahadat further information B=4; C=3; D=2; E=1) Al-Thanawiya Al-Amma ) with a minimum Al-Thanawiya Al-Amma ) with a minimum AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. average of 60% average of 70% (A=2.5; B=2, C-1.5, D=1, E=0.5) United States of America Successful completion of Year 11 Successful completion of High School (1100/1600) - Successful completion of the International Baccalaureate Aggregate score of < 21 Aggregate score of 21 or above Successful completion of the International Diploma with a GPA of 2.0; or successful High School Diploma with a GPA of 2.5 and a Diploma (IB) Baccalaureate (IB) with a total score of 24 completion of SAT with a score of 920/1600 minimum of 500 in each band in the SAT or points or higher successful completion of a minimum of 2 AP subjects with a minimum of 7 points and final Grade 12 High School Diploma or successful completion of the American College Test (ACT) with a minimum score of 24 and a Country entry qualifications table completed High School Diploma * Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International – National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian QUALIFICATION FOUNDATION PROGRAM DIPLOMA PROGRAM UNDERGRADUATE qualifications in order to be considered by Murdoch University. # Score is based on Advanced Level where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1. Note: AS subjects are not acceptable. Australia Successful completion of Year 11 with 4 Successful completion of Year 12 with Successful completion of Year 12 with ## College Board Higher Education – Designated Institution Code 9115 passes or AQF Certificate III minimum ATAR of 50 or Foundation ATAR of 70 ~ Score is an aggregate based on passes in three academic subjects excluding General Paper where A 4.00, A- 3.67, B+ 3.33, B 3.00, B- 2.67, C+ 2.33, C 2.00, C- 1.67, D+ 1.33, D 1.00, F 0.0 Program or AQF Certificate IV ** Please note that some degrees and awards are subject to an individual assessment. Bangladesh Successful completion of Intermediate Successful completion of Higher School Successful completion of Higher School *** UEC Score is an aggregate of best 5 subjects, A1=1, A2=2, B3=3, B4=4, B5=5, B6=6, C7=7, C8=8, F9=9, where A1 is the highest score. For undergraduate only grades A1, A2, B3, B4, Secondary Certificate (Year 11) with Certificate (Year 12) with a GPA≥ 3.0 Certificate (Year 12) with a GPA of 4.0 B5 and B6 to be included in calculation. a GPA of 3.0 or above It should be noted that certain courses may have special or higher entry requirements. ^ Score is based on A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 Egypt Successful completion of General Successful completion of General Please contact the Admissions Office for Certificate of Secondary Education Certificate of Secondary Education further information ° Score is based on A=5, B=4, C=3, S=1 (Shahadat Althanawiya Al-Aama) with a (Shahadat Althanawiya Al-Aama) with • Score is based on A1=8, A2=7, B3=6, B4=5, B5=4, B6=3, C7=2, C8=1 minimum average of 60% a minimum average of 70% average For up-to-date entry requirements visit: https://www.murdochuniversitydubai.com/entry-requirements or successful completion of 1 year recognized post-secondary study

murdochuniversitydubai.com 43 Postgraduate Academic English Language Entry Requirements Requirements

All international students must have a good command of written and spoken English. You are required to demonstrate QUALIFICATION COURSE CODE ENTRY REQUIREMENT proficiency by achieving the prescribed level in an approved English examination or test before you can receive full offer Graduate Certificate in C1106 Recognised Bachelor’s degree or higher; or satisfactory preparation for the course through previous study Business Administration or professional experience. of admission. Please refer to the table below or contact the Admissions Team for more information at:

Graduate Certificate in C1116 Completion of a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent in a health-related discipline. Preparation for [email protected] Health Care Management the course through previous study or professional experiences will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Note: Your English language proficiency test must be no more than two years old at the time of your commencement at Graduate Certificate in please provide please provide International Education Murdoch University Dubai. Master of Business M1256 Recognised Bachelor's degree or higher and evidence of two years of work experience; or satisfactory Administration preparation for the course through previous study or professional experience. IELTS TOEFL PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH Master of Education M1208 Recognised Bachelor’s degree or higher, or equivalent training, and a graduate-entry course in Education (ACADEMIC) INTERNET BASED TEST (PTE) - ACADEMIC (Coursework) requiring at least a half year of full-time study, or part-time equivalent, All undergraduate, 6.0 overall score (no band less than 6.0) 73 (no band less than 18) 50 (no band less than 50) or three-year Bachelor of Arts in Education, postgraduate courses Master of Education - 6.5 overall score Master of Education - 90 (no band less Master of Education - 58 or individual applications to be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants will need to demonstrate (no band less than 6.0) than 20) (no band less than 58) that experience gained in any studies and/or professional experience has provided them with the knowledge and skills to undertake the Master of Education. Diploma 5.5 overall score (no band less than 5.5) Overall score of 60 with minimum 12 46 (no band less than 46) in Reading,11 in Listening,17 in Speaking Master of Health M1217 Completion of a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent in a health discipline. Preparation for the and 20 in Writing Care Management course through previous study or professional experiences will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Foundation Program 5.5 overall score (no band less than 5.0) Overall score of 55 with minimum 7 46 (no band less than 46) Master of Science in IT please provide please provide Standard in Reading, 6 in Listening, 15 in Speaking and 17 in Writing

For up-to-date entry requirements visit: https://www.murdochuniversitydubai.com/entry-requirements

murdochuniversitydubai.com 45 Our Scholarships and Bursaries

Are you thinking of Academic Additional Discounts joining the Murdoch Merit Scholarship & Bursaries family? Whether Undergraduate and Alumni Bursary you join us at Postgraduate Programs • 20% bursary on the first-year tuition • We offeracademic merit scholarships fees of the chosen program for any foundation, diploma, ranging from 15% to 40% of the Murdoch Alumni. total tuition fees based on previous Refer A Friend/Family Bursary undergraduate or academic performance. Students postgraduate level, must not be in receipt of any other • Students or Alumni who refer friends Murdoch University Dubai scholarship or family members will receive an chances are we and must commence their program award of AED2,500 for every referral have a Scholarship of study in any of the 2021 trimesters. who enrolls in Murdoch University. See the table on the opposite page ‘Early Bird’ Payment Grant opportunity for for more information. you. No separate • Students will receive a 5% early bird Foundation and Diploma grant on their upcoming trimester’s application is Programs Scholarships fees paid prior to 4 weeks out from necessary, all • We are offering a limited number trimester commencement. The 5% of 50% scholarships for the discount is applied to post scholarship applicants will foundation and diploma programs fees where applicable. be automatically during 2021. Applicants will be Partner School Bursary assessed at the time of application • Students from partner schools assessed. and must commence their program qualifying for Academic Merit of study in any of the 2021 trimesters. Academic Merit Scholarships Scholarships will receive an MBA Scholarship additional 5% bursary on the UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE • We are offering a limited number post scholarship fees. of 20% scholarships for the Master of • 10% bursary applied to Undergraduate 40% 25% 15% Business Administration during 2021. and Postgraduate Programs where no Australian High School (Year 12) ATAR score >=85% 75%-84% 65%-74% Applicants will be assessed at the time academic merit scholarship is awarded. Indian All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE or CISCE) >=85% 75%-84% 65%-74% of application and must commence Indian Senior School Certificate (Class XI) (CBSE or CISCE) - Foundation >=85% 75%-84% 65%-74% their program of study in any of the Full Advance Fee Bursary Indian Higher Secondary Certificate (State Boards) >=90% 80%-90% 70%-80% 2021 trimesters. • 5% bursary applied when yearly tuition fees are paid in advance. Indian Senior School Certificate (Class XI) (State Boards) - Foundation >=90% 80%-90% 70%-80% Academic Merit Scholarship for 5% applied on post academic merit International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma >=35 30-34 <30 Current Students scholarship fee, where applicable. UK A-Levels 2 A grades 1 A grade 2 B grades • 100% scholarship is awarded on UK AS-Levels 4 A grades 2A grades 2 B grades the tuition fees for 12 credit points Corporate Partnership Bursary UK O-Levels 5 A grades 4 A grades 3 B grades each trimester to the student who • Exclusive Corporate Partnership Nepal GPA >= 3.4 GPA 2.8 - 3.3 GPA 2.3 - 2.7 achieves the most outstanding results. packages are available for our This scholarship is available across corporate partners across all Nigeria : WAEC/NECO 5A 4A 3B Foundation, Diploma, Undergraduate programs. Please contact us at and Postgraduate programs offered at [email protected] POSTGRADUATE DEGREE Murdoch University Dubai. for further details. 40% 25% 15% India >=85% 75%-84% 65%-74% Pakistan GPA 3.4 GPA 3-3.3 GPA 2.6-3.3 Nigeria >=85% 75%-84% 65%-74% Kenya >=85% 75%-84% 65%-74% Australia >=85% 75%-84% 65%-74% UK >=80% 70%-79% 65%-70%

murdochuniversitydubai.com 47 Student Clubs and Campus Activities Whatever your interests are now, or whatever new ones you discover once on campus, Murdoch University Dubai offers extracurricular organization and clubs for you. The purpose of these student-led clubs is to provide different opportunities for experience and learning, besides building new habits for your current and future life.

You can be a part of the following clubs and teams at Murdoch University Dubai:

• Book Club

• Photography Club

• Music & Creative Arts Club

• Basketball Team

• Football Team

• Badminton Team

• ‘Voice’/Open Mic

• Cultural Day

• Hackathon Challenge

• Think Big – annual entrepreneurship challenge across all three Murdoch campuses Campus • Movie nights • Trivia and quiz club

• Outdoor picnics and activities

• Skills and career-focused workshops Student Council Our Student Council is elected annually and currently offers Life & seven positions - President, Events Coordinator, Communications Coordinator, Sports Coordinator, UG Representative, PG Representative and Pathways Representative. Being part of the Council is a great opportunity to build skills like leadership, Events communication, events planning, conflict resolution, teamwork.

murdochuniversitydubai.com 49 Students have the opportunity to work Industry part time while studying in Dubai under the ‘Earn while you Learn’ government Advisory Panel policy. Students can take up part The IAP is a collaboration between time employment from over 4,500 our University and industry experts to Career companies located in Dubai’s free foster our students’ skills development zones - the home of most international and promotion of entrepreneurship. companies in Dubai. These businesses operate across a wide range of industry sectors - Creative Industries Career advising & Technology, Hospitality and Food & Our Student Support team offer and industry Beverage, Higher Education & Training, career guidance to assist students Media & Entertainment, Architecture to plan their career, and to be able & Design and Retail & E-Commerce. to effectively market themselves to potential employers. Career Portal Internships engagement Over 200 registered companies with regular internship and full-time Murdoch University Dubai collaborates Rated 5-star for opportunities posted. with corporate partners to offer internship programs that provide an Employability Connecting students opportunity for students to network KHDA Higher Education with and contribute to our Classification 2019/20 to employers and member companies. industry Industry experts are regularly invited Murdoch’s exclusive for guest lectures across disciplines career ‘learning spine’ and field visits are common across all undergraduate and All Murdoch University undergraduate postgraduate offerings. courses have career-focused content embedded throughout the curriculum. member companies. Where our Dubai #freethinkers go

With over 40 years as a leading educational institution, Murdoch University has created a wealth of incredible graduates. From leaders in politics, business and research, to alumni working for the environment or in the midst of community development, our We want you to get the very best graduates are making a difference. Here’s a list of some of the organisations where our#MurdochFreethinkers have gone on to from your degree experience at make a global impact. Murdoch University, and often that includes simple, self-directed activities through to one-on-one, personalised career advice.

murdochuniversitydubai.com 51 Uninest Student Residences Uninest offers secure and comfortable accommodation right in the heart of the city, putting you within easy Accommodation reach of all Dubai has to offer. With the dedicated team at , you will have the best student experience Dubai has to offer. The Myriad Dubai options The Myriad Dubai is a fully-integrated, urban-styled student living community, located in the heart of Dubai International Academic City. The property is designed to cater to the wants and needs of the modern student, taking into account vital factors such as safety, security, comfort and convenience. Residents of The Myriad Dubai will be able to make the most of a number of exclusive facilities and features intended to enhance their experience as a student in Dubai. Dubai Silicon Oasis Student Residence The new DSOA university residence in the heart of Dubai Silicon Oasis provides students with a safe, secure and affordable place to live. Featuring fully furnished rooms and all other facilities and amenities to make you feel at home, away from home. Professionally managed, the accommodation has been specially designed to provide everything you need to make your life as a student as easy as possible. KSK Homes Aimed at bridging student community living, KSK Homes are trendy, modern and provide you with a whole lot of necessities both academically and socially and break the rules of an average student living that make it an ideal place to call it home at an affordable price. Located in the epicenter of the city’s academic neighborhood, KSK Homes personifies a friendly and relaxed aura with a touch of distinctly modern flair catering to students and young individuals.

The Emirates Academy of Uninest Student Residences Hospitality Management Student Accommodation The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management Murdoch University Benefits Accommodation (EAHM) is located in the prestigious residential and Dubai has partnered • Designed and managed Partners luxury hotels area on the coast of Dubai, right opposite exclusively for students. world-famous Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach • Uninest Student Residences For more about our with a number of Hotel and Wild Wadi Waterpark. We offer students a • Affordable and hassle free inclusive • The Myriad Dubai accommodation partners: single studio accommodation consisting of an en-suite student residence of rent, utility bills, high speed wifi murdochuniversitydubai. • Dubai Silicon Oasis Student Residence bathroom, kitchen, bed and study area with one of the and transport. com/accommodation providers to give our • KSK Homes greatest views in Dubai. • Various room options to meet your students affordable individual requirements. • The Emirates Academy of Fully furnished on-campus single studio Hospitality Management Student and comfortable • Transportation. accommodation consisting of an en-suite bathroom, Accommodation kitchen, bed and study areas in the room. There are 2 • 24-hour security. accommodation cafes on-campus serving a variety of different cuisines options. and also a number of restaurants located in the Jumeirah Hotels which are all within walking distance.

murdochuniversitydubai.com 53 My experience The best part of Murdoch throughout at Murdoch Dubai for me is the University has been lecturers. They’ve always great. I feel I am a part of supported us and their this amazing community classes and sincere advice where we aspire to learn have led me to be a more and grow. The lecturers professional and confident are really supportive and person, both inside and they guide us constantly. outside of the university.

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I love the fact that when Studying at Murdoch you join Murdoch, it feels University in Dubai has like joining a large family. been a multicultural You get to know people experience for me. quickly and interact with the friendly staff members, Throughout my studies ultimately improving your we used many different experience along with case studies to gain a your education. global perspective, as well as insights from Suzan Siam - Sudan different cultures and Bachelor of Business in Management and Marketing (2019) from my peers. Shazia Hussain - UK Master of Education (2013)

murdochuniversitydubai.com 55 Dress code Dubai is a cosmopolitan city that is a Flight times to Dubai from Key Destinations melting pot of diverse cultures and religious faiths. All attires and cultural living in preferences are generally acceptable. Karachi Swimwear is permissible on beaches, and for waterbased entertainment but 2+ hours is not considered appropriate in areas such as business districts and shopping Mumbai malls. It is pertinent to note that in the more historical quarters of the city and 3 hours places of religious worship, dressing Dubai conservatively is appreciated. Colombo 4+ hours You need to live in Dubai at least once in your life. Restaurants and It’s a hub for education, business, tourism and more. night life I feel lucky that I am studying here, and being a part The restaurants in Dubai are as diverse as 5+ hours the city’s cultural fabric. You can dine out of this diverse, cosmopolitan community where I am on almost any budget and experience Nairobi constantly learning new things. a variety of food of food from across the globe. Outdoor dining is common in 5+ hours the cooler months, providing a pleasant - Muhammad Ghibraltar, Indonesia atmosphere to catch up with friends. Foundation Studies London

Transportation 7 hours Dubai has an efficient and cost effective system that connects Beijing Dubai is widely known to be one of the most vibrant cities in the Middle East and is a the city. Students can take advantage of 8.5 hours destination that mixes modern culture with history, adventure, world-class shopping subsidized fares with a student . and entertainment, as well as numerous man-made architectural feats and attractions to keep you busy. Surrounded by sand dunes, the city has stunning beaches and Buses run regularly during the day from New York warm waters, with year-round sunshine. Dubai was recently named one of the most 4.25am to 1.00am and night buses attractive destinations in the world for students seeking to pursue studies abroad. operate every 30 minutes from 11.30pm 12+ hours until 6.00am.

The Dubai currently operates Sydney Climate Culture and customs two lines, with trains running every 14+ hours Dubai is known for warm and sunny Dubai is a cosmopolitan city, a melting few minutes between 5.00am and weather throughout the year, due to its pot of diverse cultures and religious 1.00am. Taxis are also amongst the latitude. There are two distinct seasons – faiths. Whilst Islam is the official religion most frequently used form of transport summer and winter. Dubai summers are of the United Arab Emirates, Christian, in Dubai. nd # milder than most nearby Gulf cities due Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist and other religious Ranked 2 safest Ranked 1 in the world More details can be found: rta.ae/wps/ to its coastal location. communities are peacefully co-exist Cost of living * * portal/rta/ae/public-transport country in the world for Study Abroad throughout the UAE. The winter season is typically considered The cost of living in Dubai will vary *The National *US News & World Report 2020 to begin in October and last until April Dubai is a very safe city and has Shopping depending on where you live and other – but temperatures remain pleasant and consistently featured as one of the ten factors. Basic products and services are consistently suitable for a range of fun safest cities in the world. Dubai is known as an incredible reasonably priced and there are regular Average monthly expenses outdoor activities. shopping destination. The city is home sales and promotions on consumer The following comparison provides an estimate on the monthly costs to the world’s largest shopping centre goods. There is no tax on salaries in Language - - where you will find a associated with living in Dubai. (1USD = 3.67AED) HIGH - LOW (AVERAGE) the UAE and Value Added Tax on Although Arabic is the official language host of international brands, both luxury commodities is very minimal. Students January 24 - 14 July 41 - 30 of the UAE, English is the second most and high street. AED 1,000 - AED 5,000 (dependent on chosen are also eligible for special discounts Rent common language used due to the large accommodation partner and/or locality) February 25 - 16 August 41 - 31 For a different shopping experience, to use public transport and access expatriate community. stroll through the marketplace-style March 29 - 18 September 39 - 28 prominent sights like museums and Food AED 2,000 ‑ 3,000 souks or the bustling streets of Karama, other touristic attractions. April 33 - 21 October 35 - 24 where you’ll find a wide range of goods Electricity and water Generally included in rent Given the lower cost of living in May November and spices. Transportation AED 175 (RTA) or AED 300 (Personal Car) 38 - 25 31 - 20 comparison to various other cities like Most shopping malls are open between June 40 - 28 December 26 - 16 Studying in Dubai, is a London or Sydney, the UAE continues to Mobile phone AED 100 ‑ 150 unique opportunity to 10.00am to 10.00pm and there are attract top talent from across the world, Entertainment AED 500 ‑ 700 experience different cultures in several supermarkets operating 24 allowing scope for better economic hours a day. a safe, welcoming environment growth and innovation. whilst developing personal, professional and language skills murdochuniversitydubai.com in an international context. 57 things to do in Visit Experience a For the thrill seekers Dubai Described as both a ‘Vertical City’ and ‘A shopper’s paradise Dubai is fast becoming one of the most Living Wonder,’ Burj Khalifa is the world’s With more than 96 malls across the city, exciting adventure Playgrounds in the tallest building. Rising gracefully from the you are sure to find more than just retail world. Choose from IMG Worlds of desert, Burj Khalifa honours the city with therapy. From the world’s largest mall, Adventure, the world’s largest indoor its extraordinary of art, engineering The Dubai Mall, which has something for theme park, or visit Dubai Parks and and meticulous craftsmanship. At 828 everyone, including an ice-skating rink Resorts, where there is fun for all at metres (2,716.5 ft), the 200 plus storey and Dubai Aquarium or for those of you Motiongate Dubai, Legoland Dubai Burj Khalifa has 160 habitable levels, the who are wanting to secure a bargain, and Bollywood Parks Dubai. most of any building in the world. From or The Outlet Village the observation deck on level 148 on a may be more to your liking. clear day, the view is truly unique.

The Dubai Fountain Ski Dubai The great outdoors Immerse yourself in a captivating water, Should you wish to escape the desert Dubai and the neighbouring emirates music and lighting experience at the heat of Dubai, a trip to Ski Dubai located offer plenty of outdoor adventures with world’s tallest performing fountain. inside the Mall of Emirates, is a must do. stunning beaches, hiking and camping opportunities in the mountains and the world’s longest zipline.

For more information on what to see and do in Dubai, visit visitdubai.com/en Discover the Souk and Desert adventures Explore Dubai’s past Market places For a true Arabian experience, a desert Uncover history, heritage and great food A trip to the Souk marketplace is a must safari is an adventure you don’t want to in Dubai’s lively Old Town. and an opportunity to visit the heart of miss. Whether it is an organised 4WD old Dubai, where the bustling souks will tour, an unforgettable buggy adventure, treat all your senses. or dinner under the night sky, there are multiple options to choose from.

murdochuniversitydubai.com 59 Understanding your student visa

It is mandatory for Additional information 1. Entry Permit all students studying UAE Student visas are valid for a period in the UAE to hold a of 12 months and will be renewed at the Your Entry Permit will be end of each 12-month period. processed once you have met valid residence visa. the conditions of your offer and Murdoch University Health insurance the fees have been paid. The process normally takes between Dubai provides UAE All international students in UAE must 15-20 working days. Student Residence have health insurance for the duration Student support of their visa. Please note that students Visas through the will receive health insurance cover after Dubai Development the student has attended their medicals and the visa is stamped in the passport. & services Authority along In the interim, students will have to with full support arrange their own health insurance. 2. Student Residence Visa during the process. Our health insurance provides round- the-clock cover for expenses incurred You will need to submit your by students in a wide network of passport at the University to have Murdoch University Live connect: You can seek study life, dealing with exam and assignment hospitals and clinics in the UAE, the Student Residence Visa placed support online with academic literacy stress, and balancing personal life whether as an outpatient, inpatient in your passport. As part of the Dubai offers a range skills and core subject areas such as with studies. or emergency admission. visa process, you will be required English, Science, Maths and Statistics, to undergo medical and biometric of support services Students with disabilities and Sunday to Friday (1pm – 10 pm AWST). testing. Approximately 15 working medical conditions that aim to provide Writing feedback on your draft days following the test, your Murdoch University provides a range assignments any time of day (typically passport will be returned students with of services and supports students less than 24hr turnaround) in areas with your Student with a permanent or temporary Students are the best possible such as language, structure, grammar, Residence Visa. disability, medical condition or mental advised to have spelling and referencing. student experience health issue. These services are in adequate medical insurance in UAE until throughout their Student Support Officer place to assist you with coursework and assessments. their student visa Murdoch journey. Our Student Support Officer is has been stamped available to provide one-on-one online Disability and medical conditions include: on their passport. consultations to assist students in • Hearing 3. Emirates ID card Student Learning key areas such as: Support • Vision Once your visa is granted, you will • Time management skills • Mobility be issued with your Emirates ID • Research & writing skills • Medical Learning support is available to you card. The Emirates ID card is your • Academic Integrity (how to • Learning throughout your time at Murdoch legal documentation in UAE and avoid plagiarism) must always be carried with you. University Dubai. A wide range of easy Individual support plans available that • Career advice Further information on the to use self-help resources are available include coursework support, alternative Emirates ID card can be at our.murdoch.edu.au/Student-life/ assessment arrangements, assistive found at ica.gov.ae Study-Successfully-Advice/ Student Welfare equipment and technologies, and text conversion. Studiosity Student Counsellor On-demand study help: Studiosity Our Student Counsellor provides For more info, visit: our.murdoch.edu.au/ specialists are available for study individual and confidential counselling Student-life/Rightsandresponsibilities/ help and writing feedback. and psychological support to students. Gethelp-or-advice or e-mail: The counsellor also runs mental health [email protected] and wellbeing workshops to address key issues like adjusting to university murdochuniversitydubai.com 61

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