Make your move with a postgrad

Invest in yourself and your career with a postgraduate degree. Study a master degree, graduate diploma, graduate certificate, or research degree.

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Take your career to the next level

Our range of flexible study modes, including full-time, part-time, on-campus, and online, allow you to balance your learning with your lifestyle. Immerse yourself in dynamic learning experiences that blend theory with practical, real-world applications. Whether changing careers, upskilling, or advancing in your current role, our postgraduate courses are designed to help you achieve your goals.

#1 in WA

For postgraduate student to teacher ratio.

Good Universities Guide 2024

Five-star rating

Overall satisfaction, inclusiveness and employability.

QS Stars Assessment 2024

#1 in WA

For postgraduate social equity.

Good Universities Guide 2024

Explore our study areas

Our courses are grouped into study areas to help you find the path that's right for you.

Agricultural science

Allied health

Business

Creative Media and Communication

Criminology

Education

Engineering and Energy

Environmental and Conservation Sciences

Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Indigenous Knowledges

Information Technology

Law

Medical, Molecular and Forensic Sciences

Nursing

Physical Sciences and Mathematics

Psychology

Veterinary Science

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Your Postgraduate journey

Flexible study options

You can tailor your postgraduate study to suit your schedule with our flexible study modes, including the option of intensive contact periods. Plus, if you’re not ready to pursue a full master’s or PhD, you can choose to earn industry-recognised qualifications along the way.

Why choose Murdoch?

Murdoch University provides an unparalleled postgraduate experience, with our 5-star ratings for overall satisfaction, inclusiveness and employability (Good Universities Guide, 2024), alongside world-class facilities and industry-aligned programs.

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Pathways to Uni

We offer diverse pathway options, including enabling programs, credit transfer opportunities, and tailored entry pathways, to ensure you can pursue your postgraduate academic goals regardless of your background.

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Applications can be made directly to Murdoch at any time using our online application system.

Apply via an agent

If you’re an international student planning to study in Australia, you may need to apply through an agent

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Apply to transfer

If your uni experience isn’t living up to your expectations, you can always make the switch. Learn more about transferring your studies to Murdoch University.

Postgraduate resources

Support for Postgraduate students

Explore what kind of academic support and social/life services are available to you as a postgraduate student.

What level of PG study is right for me?

With more than 100 postgraduate courses at Murdoch, there are a lot of options on the table. Learn about the different levels and types of postgraduate degrees available.

RPL: What is it and what does it count for?

You may have heard of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) before, or maybe know it as Advanced Standing. Find out exactly what it means, and how it can make a difference for you.