Murdoch University Dubai : Programs , Fees, Admission, Placement

About Murdoch University Dubai

Murdoch University Dubai, an international offshoring of Murdoch University, is a research-driven, founded university of Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia. It opened its campus in Dubai in 2008 in Dubai International Academic City, and in May 2020, it moved into a new purpose-built building in Dubai Knowledge Park, which was twice the size. 

The Dubai campus covers a total of 2,500 square metres in two levels with modern and collaborative learning facilities. Murdoch University Dubai Some of the best facilities include a specialised cybersecurity laboratory, state-of-the-art computer laboratories, expansive lecture theatres, touchdown breakout areas to support teamwork, a well-equipped library with ample quiet facilities, and student common areas (kitchen, games room). Murdoch University Dubai. 

The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) of Dubai has licensed the campus, and TEQSA of Australia has accredited it. By January 2025, it also has been granted Institutional Licensure by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) under MOHESR in the UAE. 

Murdoch University Dubai Programs

Murdoch Dubai is offering various academic paths: foundation programs, diploma courses, undergraduate degrees, postgraduate degrees (including MBAs), and graduate certificates. Such fields are business, communication, psychology, IT, education, and others. 

The first is the option of the double major that can be obtained in the majority of undergraduate degrees, and, in this case, it means that a student can study two subjects without necessarily having to spend more time and money on education.

Murdoch University Dubai Accreditation, Ranking & Reputation

Murdoch University Dubai boasts of good regulatory control: it is accredited by TEQSA, licensed by KHDA, and, as noted, has federal institutional licensure as awarded by CAA/MOHESR of UAE. 

The campus received a 5-star rating in most of the aspects in the KHDA 2022 Higher Education Classification (in partnership with QS): facilities, employability, internationalization, programs strength, student wellbeing, and inclusiveness.

Parent Murdoch University (Perth) is ranked globally as being approximately in position 423 on the QS World University Rankings and 84 on the Times Higher Education Young University rankings in 2023. This provides Murdoch Dubai with the credibility of belonging to a world-renowned entity.

Murdoch University Dubai Admission & Eligibility

Murdoch Dubai offers several points of entry:

• Foundation Program: students with Year 11 grades or equivalent.
• Diploma: Years 12 or equivalent or a foundation.
• Undergraduate: successful passing of Year 12 or equivalent; percentages achieved will vary according to the education system (board, country) concerned.
• Depending on the programs, English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL etc.) is needed. Exact scores vary depending on the programs. 

The following documents are needed when applying: transcripts, copy of passport, English test scores, in some cases statements of purpose/CVs (postgraduate).

Murdoch University Dubai Placements & Outcomes

Although not entirely visible on the placement statistics of all courses, Murdoch Dubai puts a strong emphasis on employability in their KHDA rating, and multiple student and alumni analyses indicate successful placement in business, communications, education, psychology and IT opportunities in the UAE, as well as internationally. The campus (Knowledge Park), modern laboratories (cybersecurity, etc.), and possibility of double majors allow students to develop skills that are appealing to employers.