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Foundation of Foundation Studies
- Murdoch, Australia
- 0.67 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 (0 year): 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
- Year 11 or equivalent for Foundation Studies and MUPC
- Year 12 or equivalent (or completed Foundation) for MUPC Accelerated Entry. Country-specific minimum results are listed on the entry requirements page.. Entry grade detail: Varies by country (see Notes).
Accepted academic background
Year 11 or equivalent (Australia: Year 11 pass grades, 3 terms of Year 11 with C grades, Incomplete Foundation program or TAFE Cert III), Country-specific minimums apply.
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 50
- PTE Academic 46
- Duolingo 95
- Cambridge C1 Advanced 165
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy.
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements
- Official fee information and intake dates for your course. Register in the Applicant Portal or work with an authorised education agent to submit your application. Confirm any application charges with the provider. Upload certified copies of your academic records
- English evidence and passport. You may be asked for a Genuine Student form
- Financial documents or an interview. Accept the Offer of Admission in the portal and pay the fees via Flywire. Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and apply for the Australian Student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $30,240 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $1,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Murdoch College, Murdoch |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Murdoch College |
| Department | Foundation Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 32 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Institution-level scholarship eligibility may vary by academic record, Applicant category and chosen program, Confirm current award terms. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.67 years.
Tuition is $30,240 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $1,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $25,610 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 50, PTE Academic 46, Duolingo 95, Cambridge C1 Advanced 165.