Murdoch University is Located in Perth, the capital city of Western Australia. With a population of some 1.3 million, Perth enjoys a mild mediterranean climate with warm dry summers and cool wet winters. Perth is Australia's sunniest capital city and its pleasant climate together with its scenic setting on the Swan River, its white sandy beaches and its tranquil parks provides residents with an opportunity to enjoy outdoor life throughout the year. Perth is Australia's gateway to South-East Asia. Flights connect Perth with Singapore each day and the two cities share the same time zone. Not surprisingly, Perth has become one of the most popular destinations for migrants, tourists and students from all over the world.

Murdoch University is located approximately 15 Kilometres from Perth's city centre and 8 kilometres from the port of Fremantle. Set on 227 hectares, the campus is landscaped with Australian native flora.

Committed to the pursuit of excellence, Murdoch University has achieved an international reputation for the quality of teaching and research. Having some of the most qualifed academic staff in Australia, Murdoch University is the only University in Australia to have been awarded the 5-star rating for Graduate satisfaction 7 times in the past 8 years.

Over 13% of the student population is comprised of international students from more than 40 different countries and the University prides itself on providing a first class education in a culturally diverse and supportive environment. The University also places a high priority on ensuring that international students have access to quality accommodation. Student Village, located on the Campus provides a friendly community environment, housing more than 500 students from many different backgrounds and cultures.

• Our 5-year degree in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery is the only Veterinary degree in Australia with full American Veterinary accreditation.
  
• A popular 3-year double major in Biomedical Science and Molecular Biology is offered.
  
• Murdoch University houses the Western Australian State Agricultural Biotechnology Centre which provides world class facilities, expertise and training in agricultural biotechnology at postgraduate level. This includes transgenics and proteomics and their application to high througput agricultural genetic analyses. Research is also being conducted on disease processes in plants and animals.
  
• An exciting 4-year triple major (double degree) is also available in Forensic Biology and Toxicology, Biomedical Science and Molecular Biology which includes a minor in Criminology.

For further information on any of the above undergraduate degree courses or study at the postgraduate level, please contact us by e-mail: internat@murdoch.edu.au and visit our website at www.choose.murdoch.edu.au.