Murdoch University
About
When Murdoch was founded in 1975, we had 510 students and were the acknowledged choice of ‘free-thinkers’. Today, we are a lot bigger - and it’s the direct result of that same freethinking choice made by more than 22,000 current students.
Quintessentially Australian with far-reaching influence, our main campus is one of the largest in Australia and our growing international footprint is supported...
When Murdoch was founded in 1975, we had 510 students and were the acknowledged choice of ‘free-thinkers’. Today, we are a lot bigger - and it’s the direct result of that same freethinking choice made by more than 22,000 current students.
Quintessentially Australian with far-reaching influence, our main campus is one of the largest in Australia and our growing international footprint is supported by campuses in Singapore and Dubai.
Murdoch graduates are sought after by business and industry as a result of the high-quality teaching, leading-edge research and relevant real-world learning, which combine to shape the holistic Murdoch student experience and create distinctive competitive advantage.
Our free thinking ethos resonates in our genuinely flexible approach to learning – as one of our students, you are supported to choose your own way, make your own mark and shape your own future – to explore, discover and benefit from more pathways than ever to quality education.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 401 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 38 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 15,815
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 29.1 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 53%
- Female : Male
- 62 : 38
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
7 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Science | 37 | 81.0 | 2026 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 451-500 | - | 2020 |
| Biological Sciences | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
19 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Veterinary Science | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Ecology | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Oceanography | 151-200 | - | 2021 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Environmental Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Nursing | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Politics | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 201-300 | - | 2019 |
| Hospitality & Tourism Management | 201-300 | - | 2023 |
| Computer Science | 301-400 | - | 2023 |
| Food Science & Technology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Public Health | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2020 |
| Clinical Medicine | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
US News
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Marine and Freshwater Biology | 58 | 52.1 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =102 | 52.1 | 2026 |
| Ecology | 161 | 52.1 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | =225 | 52.1 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =492 | 52.1 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | 546 | 52.1 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | 623 | 52.1 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =720 | 52.1 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =737 | 52.1 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =1,265 | 52.1 | 2026 |
THE
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Sciences | 201–250 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 251–300 | 44.1 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 251–300 | 40.6 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 301–400 | 43.0 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 301–400 | 37.8 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 301–400 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 401–500 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 501–600 | 33.9 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Murdoch University?
Murdoch University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =423, THE Rank 401–500, ARWU Rank 501-600, US News Rank =510.
When was Murdoch University founded?
Murdoch University was founded in 1975.
What are the top subjects at Murdoch University?
Top subjects at Murdoch University include: Veterinary Science, Biotechnology, Marine and Freshwater Biology, Ecology, Plant and Animal Science.
Where is Murdoch University located?
Murdoch University is located in Perth, Australia.