🐾Murdoch University

Perth, Australia

Western Australia's only Veterinary Science school, with a strong sustainability research focus.

About Murdoch

Murdoch runs the only Veterinary Science degree in Western Australia, with its own on-campus veterinary hospital treating both companion and farm animals. It's also built a strong reputation in Environmental Science and sustainability research, reflecting WA's biodiversity.

Why students choose it

  • Western Australia's only Veterinary Science degree, with an on-campus veterinary hospital
  • Strong Environmental Science and sustainability research
  • Perth location

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Typical entry grades

ABB (A Level)  ·  IB 27

Solid tier · indicative for the flagship courses below — always verify per-course requirements directly with the university.

Tuition (international, per year)

AU$32,000–AU$45,000/yr

mid tier for Australia — figures are typical ranges, not this specific university's published fee.

Language of instruction

English

Campus

campus campus, Perth

🏆 Scholarships to look into

Informational only — scholarship amounts, deadlines and even which schemes are running change often (sometimes per intake), so treat this as a starting point, not a guarantee. Always confirm current details directly with the scholarship provider or Murdoch's financial aid office.

Most Group of Eight and other Australian universities offer international merit scholarships as a tuition-fee reduction for strong academic results, generally requiring a linked application alongside (or shortly after) your course application.

  • University international scholarships: e.g. 'International Undergraduate Scholarship' schemes offered by many Go8 and other universities — typically a percentage reduction on international tuition for high ATAR-equivalent/IB/A-Level results.
  • Australia Awards: Australian government-funded, mainly postgraduate and restricted to specific partner countries — not a general undergraduate route.

Scholarship percentages and slots vary significantly by university and course — check the specific university's international scholarships page, not just the government schemes.

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Popular courses

Veterinary Science

⏱️ Typical duration: 5–6 years where entered straight from school; typically a 4-year postgraduate DVM entered after a Bachelor's (US, Canada)

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Typical entry: Requires Chemistry + Biology · Relevant animal/veterinary work experience is weighted heavily in the application

Biomedical Science

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years — Some degrees (e.g. Engineering) run 4 years — check the specific course.

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Environmental Science

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years — Some degrees (e.g. Engineering) run 4 years — check the specific course.

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Typical entry: Requires two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths

Business

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years — Some degrees (e.g. Engineering) run 4 years — check the specific course.

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Typical entry: Mathematics helps but usually isn't required recommended

Psychology

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years — Some degrees (e.g. Engineering) run 4 years — check the specific course.

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Typical entry: A science or Mathematics recommended

Durations are typical for Australia — always confirm the exact length (including any placement or integrated Master's year) on the course's own page before applying.

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How to apply

Main intake(s)
February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2)
Typical deadline
Early December for the February intake
Note
Group of Eight universities recommend applying by October–November for on-time scholarship consideration.

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0)

Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

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Murdoch FAQ

Quick answers about grades, tuition, deadlines and applying to Murdoch as an international IGCSE / A Level / IB student.

What grades do I need to get into Murdoch?

As a typical benchmark for international entry, Murdoch expects around ABB at A Level or 27 points on the IB Diploma. This is indicative for Murdoch's flagship courses — competitive subjects like Medicine and Law usually sit above this baseline, and the exact requirement varies by course, so always confirm the specific figure on Murdoch's own admissions page before applying.

How much does Murdoch cost for international students?

International tuition at Murdoch typically falls in the AU$32,000–AU$45,000/yr range (mid tier for Australia). This is a typical range for the university's tuition tier, not Murdoch's specific published fee for every course — confirm the exact figure for your intended programme directly with the university.

When is the application deadline for Murdoch?

Murdoch follows Australia's typical intake calendar: February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2), with applications generally due early december for the february intake. Group of Eight universities recommend applying by October–November for on-time scholarship consideration. Always verify the exact date on Murdoch's own admissions page, since deadlines can shift year to year.

What IELTS score do I need for Murdoch?

Australia universities, including Murdoch, typically ask international applicants for 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0). Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

What is Murdoch known for?

Western Australia's only Veterinary Science school, with a strong sustainability research focus. Murdoch runs the only Veterinary Science degree in Western Australia, with its own on-campus veterinary hospital treating both companion and farm animals. It's also built a strong reputation in Environmental Science and sustainability research, reflecting WA's biodiversity.

Can I apply to Murdoch with IGCSE, A Level or IB qualifications?

Yes — Murdoch accepts applicants from IGCSE-to-A-Level, IGCSE-to-IB-Diploma, and directly from the IB Diploma. Tutopiya's free Australia University Shortlist Builder matches your predicted or actual grades against Murdoch and every other Australia university we track, tagging each as reach, target or safety.

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