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Foundation of Foundation Studies
- Singapore, Singapore
- 0.75 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
An eight-unit foundation course that prepares international students for first-year study at Murdoch University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Build foundational study skills and subject knowledge related to Foundation Studies
- Including academic communication
- Critical thinking and preparation for further study.
Career outcomes
- Further study: first year of a Murdoch University bachelor's degree (all except Veterinary Science and Bachelor of Education)
Curriculum
- Eight units over two 15-week trimesters: two English units (Essential Australian Studies
- Introduction to Academic Communication) plus six discipline units chosen for the target degree
- Such as Introductory Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Accounting
- Economics or Media Production. Progression needs a final mark of 50 percent or more in all subjects for most degrees.
Entry requirements
Academic
- At least 10 years of formal education
- IELTS 5.0 or equivalent English qualification.
Accepted academic background
At least 10 years of formal education
Language tests
- IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent English qualification)
- IELTS Academic 5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $13,036 SGD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $327 SGD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | 120 Oxley Rise |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Business |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2026
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Program starts
April 2026
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Program starts
July 2026
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Program starts
October 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.75 years.
Tuition is $13,036 SGD per year. The application fee is $327 SGD. The estimated living cost is $17,640 SGD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent English qualification), IELTS Academic 5.

