Program Overview

Foundation Studies

Overview

Foundation Studies prepares students for a successful transition to degree-level study, providing a pathway to the first year of study of a bachelor's degree at Murdoch University. This course is suited to students who need an entrance qualification for Murdoch University, want to accelerate their university preparation after Year 11 or equivalent, or want to change their degree stream after Year 11 or equivalent.

Key Facts

• Duration: 2 trimesters (15 weeks per trimester)
• Intakes: June, October
• Location: Murdoch University, Perth Campus
• Course Fee: $28,440 (International), $13,680 (Domestic)
• CRICOS Code: K

Entry Requirements

For detailed information about the academic entry requirements for students' country of origin, please refer to the Entry Requirements page.

Pathway

On successful completion of the Foundation Studies program, students will gain entry to the first year of any undergraduate degree at Murdoch University, with the exception of Veterinary Science and Bachelor of Education. The Veterinary Science course can be accessed through a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science. A higher requirement and specific subject scores are required for law degrees.

Course Structure

For Foundation Studies, students will complete eight units over two study periods, studying a combination of core and elective units. The units students will undertake will be determined by their chosen degree. All students must complete the two English units in addition to six units from the Discipline groups, depending on their chosen bachelor's degree.

Units

• Essential Australian Studies: Develops English language skills and study skills to a level that will allow students to successfully transition into tertiary study in Australia.
• Introduction to Academic Communication: Enables students to develop the oral and written skills required for tertiary level studies.
• Introductory Mathematics: Equips students with knowledge of mathematical concepts and tools to foster problem-solving skills.
• Mathematics for Science: Prepares students for tertiary-level mathematics and develops skills with calculations and problem-solving required for Science and Engineering studies.
• Information Technology for Academic Studies: Develops written presentational skills that can be applied to assignments and assessments.
• Computer Science: Examines key concepts and develops practical and theoretical skills in the field of Computer Science.
• Physics: Provides an overview of some of the fundamental principles of Physics.
• Chemistry: Develops an understanding of the basic concepts of Chemistry required for tertiary level studies in Science and Engineering.
• Biology: Provides an overview of basic biological concepts and develops oral, written, and laboratory skills required for tertiary level studies.
• Introduction to Media: Develops life skills that enable students to analyze forms of communication.
• Media Production: Enables students to practice with various digital media technologies and engage with current media.
• Accounting: Covers the recording of business events and the preparation of important accounting reports.
• Management: Gives students an awareness of the role of management within various types of businesses and provides an overview of influencing factors.
• Economics: Introduces students to the world of economics and equips them with knowledge of basic principles.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for students. To find out more about scholarships and eligibility, please visit the Scholarships page.