Qualify and apply information for Education (Early Childhood 0 to 8) at Murdoch University

Our Degrees are changing.

In 2014, Part I (first year) units will be introduced with Part II (second year and higher) units becoming available in subsequent years. Detailed information about Part II will be available here from mid-2014.

Find out more about our new degrees, or to get in touch and ask us what this means for you head to AskMurdoch. Continuing students can still access information for degrees commencing 2013 and prior in the Course Handbook.

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Entry requirements

Admission is restricted to applicants who have successfully completed a Diploma of Children's Services (Early Childhood Education and Care) from either Challenger Institute of Technology, Central Institute of Technology or Polytechnic West. This articulation enables students who have successfully completed this diploma to be awarded advanced standing towards their degree.

English language requirements

If english is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate competency in the English language. This requirement can be met by achieving the following scores in one of the following English language proficiency tests:

Please note that requirements are subject to revision and should not be taken as firm indicators. Some courses have a higher English requirement.

International English Language Testing Service IELTS - Academic only
  • Coursework degrees: 6.0 no individual band less than 6.0
  • Research Degrees including Professional Doctorates: 6.5 no individual band less than 6.0
  • Master of Pharmacy: only IELTS is accepted overall score of 7 with no individual band less than 6.5

Test Of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL - Paper based
  • Coursework Degrees: 550 with the Test of Written English 5
  • Research Degrees: 570 with the Test of Written English 5

Test Of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL- Computer based
  • 213 with the Test of Written English 5

Test Of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL - Internet based
  • 80 no band less than 20

English proficiency

In order to gain admission to Murdoch University, students must satisfy Murdoch University English requirements by demonstrating competency in the English Language.

Undergraduate Entry Requirements (pdf)

How to apply

If you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident of Australia you can apply online.

Not sure if you qualify?

We offer a number of alternative entry pathways if you are from a non-traditional academic background. We'd like to talk to you about your circumstances and identify a suitable pathway.

Please contact our admissions team and let us know a little more about your situation.

Admission is restricted to applicants who have successfully completed a Diploma of Children's Services (Early Childhood Education and Care) from either Challenger Institute of Technology, Central Institute of Technology or Polytechnic West. This articulation enables students who have successfully completed this diploma to be awarded advanced standing towards their degree.

English proficiency

In order to gain admission to Murdoch University, students must satisfy Murdoch University English requirements by demonstrating competency in the English Language.

Undergraduate Entry Requirements (pdf)

Other forms of English proficiency may be accepted. Please contact international@murdoch.edu.au to check your eligibility.