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Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Strengthen your future in both health and law with this combined Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Biomedical Science. This versatile double degree equips you with the legal and scientific skills needed for careers across medicine, regulation, research, policy, and justice.

What type of student are you?

Domestic International

Murdoch code: B1430
Study mode: Part Time or Full Time
Duration: 5
Selection rank: 90
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Overview

If you're looking to study law or biomedical science in Australia, this double degree gives you the rare opportunity to explore both fields at the same time. You’ll build a strong foundation in biomedical science while developing practical legal skills through real‑world experiences.

You’ll take part in programs such as the SCALES Community Legal Centre, where you can work on real cases with real clients. These hands‑on experiences help you understand how the law operates in everyday life, and how legislation shapes the health and medical sectors.

Alongside your legal training, you’ll explore the science behind human health and disease. You’ll learn how biomedical research is developed, gain laboratory and analytical skills, and investigate the latest advances in molecular biology, immunology, and medical science.

Together, these two qualifications prepare you for a future where science and law increasingly overlap, from health regulation and compliance to intellectual property, biotechnology, clinical research, emerging medical technologies, and specialist legal practice.

By graduation, you’ll stand out with a powerful mix of scientific expertise and legal capability, ready for a wide range of careers in industries that are rapidly evolving and in high demand.

3 reasons to study the Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Develop real advocacy and legal skills through Murdoch Law School’s acclaimed mooting program and clinical placements.
Graduate with an accredited law degree that satisfies the academic requirements for admission to practice as an Australian Lawyer.
Gain two qualifications, expanding your career opportunities across health, science, government, research, regulation, and the broader legal sector.

What you’ll learn

Across this double degree, you’ll build practical and theoretical knowledge in both legal practice and biomedical science. You’ll learn how to:

Develop deep understanding of key biomedical science concepts and at least one specialist medical science area.
Apply scientific methods and explore how medical knowledge is created and tested.
Build strong laboratory skills by performing and analysing scientific investigations.
Retrieve, assess, and interpret complex scientific information.
Understand current trends in medical research and emerging health technologies.
Use clinical immunology techniques, including flow cytometry, to analyse and diagnose cell behaviour.
Gain a solid grounding in criminal, civil, and regulatory law, alongside core legal skills such as research, analysis, problem‑solving, and advocacy.

Your future career

With a double degree in law and biomedical science, you’ll be prepared for diverse and impactful roles across health, research, policy, industry, and the legal profession. Potential careers include:

Solicitor
Barrister
Legal Advisor (corporate, health, research or community sectors)
Legal Analyst
Government policy or regulatory officer (federal, state or local)
Medical Researcher
Medical Scientist
Molecular Biologist, Biochemist, Pharmacologist or Microbiologist
Biotechnologist or Technologist
Specialist in biomedical, legal, or science‑based marketing and communications

This qualification gives you the confidence and skills to work at the intersection of science and law, shaping better health outcomes, fairer regulation, and stronger communities.

Professional recognition

The Murdoch Bachelor of Laws satisfies the University education requirements for the practice of law of the governing bodies of the legal profession of Western Australia. As is the pattern in the rest of Australia, before a candidate may be admitted to the practice of law in this State, certain additional requirements must be satisfied after completion of this formal university training. For more information, please refer to: https://www.lpbwa.org.au/becoming-a-lawyer.

The new Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Biomedical Science is to be presented to the LPBWA for confirmation that it meets requirements for accreditation.

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Unit code	Unit name	Credit points

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Entry requirements

I have completed studies in

Select which option best describes your path to university :

Higher Education

You have completed university study in Australia, including a bridging or enabling course.

Recent Secondary Education

You are finishing high school this year or have done so in the last two years.

Vocational Education & Training

You have completed an apprenticeship or a VET course at TAFE or another private training provider.

Work & Life Experience

You have completed an aptitude test or spent time away from study for work.

Means of admission	Minimum academic requirement	Minimum English requirement
Enabling courses (in Year 12)	For Criminology: Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch FlexiTrack High Program in Year 12 TLC Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12 An enabling or bridging program at another Australian university For Law: No direct entry.	For Criminology: Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level (domestic applicants only), OR Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years study at TAFE or an RTO (domestic applicants only), OR A STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR Literature ATAR English as and Additional Dialect (EALD)
University study	For Criminology: Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA) For Law : Successful study at AQF level 7 (or equivalent) achieving either one semester with a minimum 70% GPA; or two semesters with a minimum 67% GPA. Applicants via this pathway may be requested to attend an interview.	For Criminology: Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA) For Law : Successful completion of at least one year.
Pre-Law	Successful completion of Pre-Law course with a 60% average.	Successful completion of Pre-Law course with a 60% average.
Murdoch College	For Criminology: Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. Foundation Studies Course with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. For Law : Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication” Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication” Foundation Studies Course with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”	For Criminology: Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. Foundation Studies Course with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. English for Academic Purposes with a final mark of 65% For Law : Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication” Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication” Foundation Studies Course with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication” English for Academic Purposes with a final mark of 75%
Enabling courses (after Year 12)	For Criminology: Successful completion of one of the following: OnTrack Flex, OnTrack Sprint or K-Track at Murdoch University. An enabling or bridging course at another Australian university. For Law : No direct entry	For Criminology: Successful completion of the course. For Law : No direct entry

Enabling courses (in Year 12)
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch FlexiTrack High Program in Year 12 TLC Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12 An enabling or bridging program at another Australian university For Law: No direct entry.
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level (domestic applicants only), OR Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years study at TAFE or an RTO (domestic applicants only), OR A STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR Literature ATAR English as and Additional Dialect (EALD)

Enabling courses (in Year 12)

Minimum academic requirement

For Criminology:

Successful completion of one of the following:

Murdoch FlexiTrack High Program in Year 12
TLC Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12
An enabling or bridging program at another Australian university

For Law:

No direct entry.

Minimum English requirement

For Criminology:

Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level (domestic applicants only), OR

Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years study at TAFE or an RTO (domestic applicants only), OR

A STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR

Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following:

English ATAR
Literature ATAR
English as and Additional Dialect (EALD)

University study
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA) For Law : Successful study at AQF level 7 (or equivalent) achieving either one semester with a minimum 70% GPA; or two semesters with a minimum 67% GPA. Applicants via this pathway may be requested to attend an interview.
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA) For Law : Successful completion of at least one year.

Pre-Law
Minimum academic requirement Successful completion of Pre-Law course with a 60% average.
Minimum English requirement Successful completion of Pre-Law course with a 60% average.

Murdoch College
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. Foundation Studies Course with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. For Law : Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication” Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication” Foundation Studies Course with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. Foundation Studies Course with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects. English for Academic Purposes with a final mark of 65% For Law : Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication” Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication” Foundation Studies Course with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication” English for Academic Purposes with a final mark of 75%

Murdoch College

Minimum academic requirement

For Criminology:

Successful completion of one of the following:

Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects.
Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects.
Foundation Studies Course with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects.

For Law :

Successful completion of one of the following:

Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a minimum average
final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”
Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”
Foundation Studies Course with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”

Minimum English requirement

For Criminology:

Successful completion of one of the following:

Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects.
Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects.
Foundation Studies Course with a final mark of 50% or higher in all subjects.
English for Academic Purposes with a final mark of 65%

For Law :

Successful completion of one of the following:

Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a minimum average
final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”
Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”
Foundation Studies Course with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”
English for Academic Purposes with a final mark of 75%

Enabling courses (after Year 12)
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of one of the following: OnTrack Flex, OnTrack Sprint or K-Track at Murdoch University. An enabling or bridging course at another Australian university. For Law : No direct entry
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of the course. For Law : No direct entry

Means of admission	Minimum academic requirement	Minimum English requirement
Enabling courses (in Year 12)	For Criminology: Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch FlexiTrack High Program in Year 12 TLC Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12 An enabling or bridging program at another Australian university For Law: No direct entry.	For Criminology: Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level (domestic applicants only), OR Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years study at TAFE or an RTO (domestic applicants only), OR A STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR Literature ATAR English as and Additional Dialect (EALD)
Experience based entry	For Criminology: A successful experience based entry application that demonstrates relevant aptitude and ability in a related learning area. Find out more about the Experienced based entry. For Law: No direct entry.
Extenuating circumstances	We'll consider applications from prospective students whose education has been compromised due to genuine hardship, resulting in them falling short of entry requirements for an undergraduate course. Find out more.	Case-by-case assessment.
Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)	For Criminology: CPS 54 or higher. For Law : CPS 70 or higher.	For Criminology: 50% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS). For Law : 65% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS).
Law Start	Successful attendance and completion of LAW START, an ability and aptitude Evaluation Pathway. Note this course is not available to students on a Student Visa.	For Criminology: Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR Literature ATAR English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR or interstate equivalent, or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.
Overseas Year 12	Please refer to the information under the country of study.	Please refer to the information under the country of study.
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)	For Criminology: Overall Position (OP) of 13 or lower. For Law : Overall Position (OP) of 6 or lower.	For Criminology: Sound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following: English English Extension (Literature) English for ESL Learners. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC)	For Criminology: 70 For Law : 90	For Criminology: Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following (or interstate equivalent): English ATAR Literature ATAR English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR Or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher. Or evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic applicants only).
GCE A Levels	For Criminology: Minimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher. For Law :* Minimum of 12 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher.	For Criminology: A Levels: D in one of the following: English Language English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry. AS Level: C in one of the following: English Language English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry. For Law : A Levels: C in one of the following: English Language English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry. AS Level: B in one of the following: English Language English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma	For Criminology: Total score of 24 or higher. For Law : Total score of 33 or higher.	For Criminology: Higher level (HL): 3 or better. Standard Level (SL): 4 or better. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). For Law: Higher level (HL): 5 or better. Standard Level (SL): 6 or better. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).

Enabling courses (in Year 12)
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch FlexiTrack High Program in Year 12 TLC Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12 An enabling or bridging program at another Australian university For Law: No direct entry.
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level (domestic applicants only), OR Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years study at TAFE or an RTO (domestic applicants only), OR A STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR Literature ATAR English as and Additional Dialect (EALD)

Enabling courses (in Year 12)

Minimum academic requirement

For Criminology:

Successful completion of one of the following:

Murdoch FlexiTrack High Program in Year 12
TLC Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12
An enabling or bridging program at another Australian university

For Law:

No direct entry.

Minimum English requirement

For Criminology:

Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level (domestic applicants only), OR

Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years study at TAFE or an RTO (domestic applicants only), OR

A STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR

Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following:

English ATAR
Literature ATAR
English as and Additional Dialect (EALD)

Experience based entry
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: A successful experience based entry application that demonstrates relevant aptitude and ability in a related learning area. Find out more about the Experienced based entry. For Law: No direct entry.

Extenuating circumstances
Minimum academic requirement We'll consider applications from prospective students whose education has been compromised due to genuine hardship, resulting in them falling short of entry requirements for an undergraduate course. Find out more.
Minimum English requirement Case-by-case assessment.

Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: CPS 54 or higher. For Law : CPS 70 or higher.
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: 50% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS). For Law : 65% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS).

Law Start
Minimum academic requirement Successful attendance and completion of LAW START, an ability and aptitude Evaluation Pathway. Note this course is not available to students on a Student Visa.
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR Literature ATAR English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR or interstate equivalent, or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.

Overseas Year 12
Minimum academic requirement Please refer to the information under the country of study.
Minimum English requirement Please refer to the information under the country of study.

Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Overall Position (OP) of 13 or lower. For Law : Overall Position (OP) of 6 or lower.
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Sound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following: English English Extension (Literature) English for ESL Learners. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).

Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)

Minimum academic requirement

For Criminology:

Overall Position (OP) of 13 or lower.

For Law :

Overall Position (OP) of 6 or lower.

Minimum English requirement

For Criminology:

Sound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following:

English
English Extension (Literature)
English for ESL Learners.

Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only)

Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).

Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC)
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: 70 For Law : 90
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following (or interstate equivalent): English ATAR Literature ATAR English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR Or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher. Or evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic applicants only).

GCE A Levels
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Minimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher. For Law :* Minimum of 12 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher.
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: A Levels: D in one of the following: English Language English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry. AS Level: C in one of the following: English Language English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry. For Law : A Levels: C in one of the following: English Language English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry. AS Level: B in one of the following: English Language English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry.

GCE A Levels

Minimum academic requirement

For Criminology:

Minimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher.

For Law :

Minimum of 12 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher.

Minimum English requirement

For Criminology:

A Levels: D in one of the following:

English Language
English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry.

AS Level: C in one of the following:

English Language
English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry.

For Law :

A Levels: C in one of the following:

English Language
English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry.

AS Level: B in one of the following:

English Language

English Literature or Knowledge and Inquiry.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Total score of 24 or higher. For Law : Total score of 33 or higher.
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Higher level (HL): 3 or better. Standard Level (SL): 4 or better. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). For Law: Higher level (HL): 5 or better. Standard Level (SL): 6 or better. Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only) Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

Minimum academic requirement

For Criminology:

Total score of 24 or higher.

For Law :

Total score of 33 or higher.

Minimum English requirement

For Criminology:

Higher level (HL): 3 or better.

Standard Level (SL): 4 or better.

Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only)

Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).

For Law:

Higher level (HL): 5 or better.

Standard Level (SL): 6 or better.

Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only)

Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).

Means of admission	Minimum academic requirement	Minimum English requirement
Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6	For Criminology: Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma. For Law : No direct entry	For Criminology: Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma. For Law : No direct entry
Certificate IV AQF level 4	For Criminology: Successful completion of a Certificate IV. For Law : No direct entry	For Criminology: Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only), OR STAT Written English score of 140 or higher (145 if prior to May 2010). For Law: No direct entry

Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma. For Law : No direct entry
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma. For Law : No direct entry

Certificate IV AQF level 4
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Successful completion of a Certificate IV. For Law : No direct entry
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only), OR STAT Written English score of 140 or higher (145 if prior to May 2010). For Law: No direct entry

Means of admission	Minimum academic requirement	Minimum English requirement
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)	For Criminology: Multiple Choice score of 135 (145 if taken prior to May 2010). For Law : No direct entry – consider Pre-Law pathway.	For Criminology: Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). Written English Score of 140 (145 if taken prior to May 2010).
Mature Age Pathway (MAP)	For Criminology: MAP involves an interview and a portfolio submission to be assessed by the Academic Chair of the course. Admission is based on relevant work and life experience. Applicants must also meet the English Language Competency requirements for the course. Email us for more information . For Law : No direct entry – consider Pre-Law pathway.	For Criminology: Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). Must be met according to the respective courses standard ELC requirements, STAT Written English 140, etc. For Law: No direct entry
Experienced based entry	For Criminology and combined Criminology courses A successful experience based entry application that demonstrates relevant aptitude and ability in a related learning area. Find out more about the Experienced based entry. For Law: No direct entry

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: Multiple Choice score of 135 (145 if taken prior to May 2010). For Law : No direct entry – consider Pre-Law pathway.
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). Written English Score of 140 (145 if taken prior to May 2010).

Mature Age Pathway (MAP)
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology: MAP involves an interview and a portfolio submission to be assessed by the Academic Chair of the course. Admission is based on relevant work and life experience. Applicants must also meet the English Language Competency requirements for the course. Email us for more information . For Law : No direct entry – consider Pre-Law pathway.
Minimum English requirement For Criminology: Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only). Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only). Must be met according to the respective courses standard ELC requirements, STAT Written English 140, etc. For Law: No direct entry

Experienced based entry
Minimum academic requirement For Criminology and combined Criminology courses A successful experience based entry application that demonstrates relevant aptitude and ability in a related learning area. Find out more about the Experienced based entry. For Law: No direct entry

ATAR 90 or equivalent.

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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Adjustment for Murdoch RISE

Murdoch RISE is a selection rank adjustment, as part of our commitment to helping students from regional, Indigenous and low socio-economic backgrounds gain university entry.

If you achieve an ATAR of 60.00 - 89.95, a Murdoch RISE adjustment factor of up to 10.00 points may help you get into your preferred course. Murdoch RISE can increase your selection rank up to a maximum of 90.00.

There’s no application or need to register. If you are eligible, the adjustment factor is automatically added to your raw ATAR score when you apply.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.

Enabling pathways

If you don’t currently meet our admission requirements, we have a range of enabling pathways to help build your skills.

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Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
ATAR results (if available)
Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
School leavers applying for an Early Offer submit their Year 11 and 12 most recent high school report via TISC

Recommended documents (if applicable)

Change of name documentation
Marriage certificate
Unit outlines if applying for Recognition of Prior Learning

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
- Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
- Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
Genuine Student documents (if applicable) - Check the GS requirements page for further information
- GS Form 2
- Personal Statement (SOP)
- Up to date Curriculum Vitae
A copy of your Passport

Recommended documents

A copy of your visa documents (if available)
A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
Unit outlines if applying for Recognition of Prior Learning

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