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English for Academic Purposes

Perth , Australia

Have you considered studying in Australia as an international student but need to improve your English language skills first? English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course is designed to help you excel in your chosen field. Learn to communicate with confidence and improve essential study skills in an English-speaking academic environment.

A$4,450 International

A$4,450 Domestic

A$2,000 Living cost

Foundation Studies

Murdoch Institute of Technology

Perth , Australia

After successfully completing Foundation Studies, you will gain direct entry into the first year of your chosen undergraduate degree at Murdoch University. Foundation Studies is suited to you if: You need an entrance qualification for Murdoch University You want to accelerate your university preparation from either Year 11, Year 12 or equivalent You want to change your degree stream without having to repeat Year 11 or Year 12

A$21,000 International

A$9,000 Domestic

A$24,000 Living cost

General English

Murdoch Institute of Technology

Perth , Australia

If you want to improve your English language skills in a vibrant university campus environment then our General English (GE) course is perfect for you. Located at Murdoch University, MIT offers an engaging multi-media approach to learning and access to university facilities. You’ll even be taken on class excursions to practice speaking while exploring the city.

A$4,450 International

A$4,450 Domestic

A$2,000 Living cost

Murdoch University Preparation Course

Murdoch Institute of Technology

Perth , Australia

There are many different pathways to University. Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) will help you to gain entry into the degree you want, even if you don’t currently meet the course entry requirements. With three intakes per year and a variety of units, you can choose the timing and course structure that works best for you. At MIT, you get to experience life on Murdoch University campus while you transition into study.

A$10,500 International

A$4,800 Domestic

A$24,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Community Development

Murdoch University

Perth , Australia

In this course, you’ll learn how to make a difference in local communities by working closely with schools, local councils, ecologists, Indigenous groups, social services organisations, resource companies, universities and other groups. You’ll explore how to encourage people to get more involved in locally designed projects, experience different examples of community development projects and learn about the history of community work, policy and the diversity of communities. Your core units will include ‘Introduction to Community Development’, ‘Creative Ways to Work with Community’, ‘Social Policy and Community Action’, and ‘Indigenous Community Development’. When you graduate, you will be well equipped for a career in local government, community services, remote area education, Indigenous communities, community arts and cultural development, overseas aid work, sustainable development, social work-related areas, or economic, social and urban planning. At the end of your degree, you will graduate with the knowledge and practical skills needed to work in a range of scenarios.

A$26,438 International

A$24,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English and Creative Writing

Murdoch University

Perth , Australia

Creative writing can make people laugh, cry, think from a new perspective and even shape the world. In this course you’ll explore literary forms from the short story to the sonnet, from the blog to the bildungsroman, and from pastoral to performance poetry. Learn from scholars and established writers, ranging from short story writers and novelists who have published major works, to drama practitioners and performance theorists, and experts in English and Comparative Literature. Develop your skills in becoming an insightful thinker, an observant reader and an imaginative writer. Explore a wide range of literary, theoretical, dramatic, and other texts, from the Renaissance to the present day, and develop your capacity for reflection and analysis. You’ll learn to write in a range of literary and related genres and learn to think critically and creatively, apply knowledge and information, and communicate effectively.

A$26,438 International

A$24,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Global Politics and Policy

Murdoch University

Perth , Australia

Organisations, businesses, and entire nations are run by a combination of systems, decisions and activities known as governance. In this course, you’ll examine political power, public policy, political institutions, ideas and processes, and their transformations at national and global levels. You’ll learn how organisations, including government bodies, can benefit from high-performing leaders and strong internal systems. This is the only course of its kind in WA, exploring both political and economic forces to help you develop new ways of thinking about what shapes the world. You can expand your career opportunities through a range of programs at our Sir Walter Murdoch School of Public Policy and International Affairs, or explore the social, political, historical, environmental and economic forces at play in Asia through our Asia Research Centre.

A$26,438 International

A$24,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History

Murdoch University

Perth , Australia

History is central to any meaningful understanding of the present political, social and moral world, and is therefore vital in a democratic and open society. In this course, you’ll look back into history as you explore ideas about human action. You’ll learn about the major categories of power in the modern world, including military, diplomatic, political, economic, religious, cultural, normative and affective power. You will also develop a solid understanding of the role Asia has played in the history of the modern world. Through a choice of elective units, you can study the history of Australia, Europe or Asia, on topics which interest you. When you graduate, you’ll have the literary, analytical and communication skills you need for a broad range of careers in both public and private sectors, including roles in foreign affairs, journalism, teaching and the public service.

A$26,438 International

A$24,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Aid and Development

Murdoch University

Perth , Australia

It’s a sad reality that millions of people around the world are living in poverty. International aid and development can come in many forms including money, medicine, food, education, disaster relief and recovery, helping communities develop a better future, and much more. In this course, you’ll explore the challenges and the changing approaches to international aid by governments, international organisations and aid agencies, and gain an in-depth understanding of international development programs and approaches. An important part of international aid and development is helping people to help create change themselves. You’ll focus on how to work with people to help them develop skills for what’s known as participatory development practice. This is a process that empowers people with the skills, knowledge and access to resources they need to make a lasting difference in their own community.

A$26,438 International

A$24,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Japanese

Murdoch University

Perth , Australia

Japan is famous for its pop culture, great food, long history, rich traditions, beautiful seasons and nature, advanced technology, and much more. It is also one of Australia’s major economic and political partners, as well as in cultural exchange, and research and development. Develop your ability to engage professionally with the people and culture of Japan. This course focuses on a communicative approach, which steadily builds your proficiency in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing contemporary Japanese, as well as learning about many aspects of Japanese culture and society. This course features integration of on-campus learning and in-country study which allows students to undertake an exchange program in Japan. After completing either your second or third-year units in Japanese language, you’ll have the opportunity to study for one or two semesters at one of our 10 Japanese partner universities. If you have completed ATAR Japanese, you might be eligible for our fast-track course, where you can skip first-year Japanese units.

A$29,131 International

A$24,000 Living cost