Competitive Gaming

Looking to combine your studies with your passion for competitive gaming? The Esports Gaming Hub at Murdoch University is the ultimate destination for students, staff, and the community to train, compete, and connect through esports.

Join the Murdoch competitive esports teams and gain access to our state-of-the-art esports facility, where you can participate in year-round tournaments, sharpen your skills, and explore career pathways in the fast-growing world of gaming.

Whether you aspire to become a professional esports player, tournament organiser, coach, or researcher, Murdoch’s esports programs offer hands-on experience and industry-relevant training. Our Esports Gaming Hub is your launchpad into the future of gaming, technology, and digital innovation.

Events in Esports & Gaming

At the Esports Gaming Hub, we’re passionate about delivering a well-rounded experience in esports and gaming for students, players, and the wider community. From exciting competitive tournaments and high school esports programs to exclusive industry panels and networking events, there’s something for everyone to get involved in.

Whether you’re looking to play, learn, or connect, our gaming events are designed to inspire and support your journey in the world of esports.

Want to get involved?
If you’re interested in hosting your next esports event or attending one of our upcoming gaming tournaments or industry sessions, we’d love to hear from you! Connect with us on our Murdoch Active Discord channel or email us at esports@murdoch.edu.au to learn more.

Join Murdoch University's Competitive Esports Teams

At Murdoch University, our esports teams compete nationally in some of the biggest titles in competitive gaming — including Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends, Marvel Rivals, Rainbow Six Siege, Rocket League, and Valorant.

Each team trains under the guidance of experienced industry professionals, gaining the skills and strategy needed to excel in high-level esports tournaments such as AEL, QUT Intervarsity, and UniSports Nationals.

Become Part of Murdoch Esports

Team tryouts for 2026 will take place during the first two weeks of Semester Two across all listed games. If you’re ready to play competitive esports and represent Murdoch University, now’s your chance to get involved.

Train with Professional Esports Coaches at Murdoch University

Murdoch University is proud to be the only university in Western Australia with a dedicated esports facility, offering students and the community access to elite-level gaming resources and coaching.

We take competitive gaming to the next level by recruiting professional esports coaches from top organisations across Australia and around the world. Learn from industry leaders like Styled, renowned for his success with Ground Zero Gaming’s League of Legends team, a two-time LCO champion and current analyst for Taiwan’s PCS league.

At Murdoch’s Esports Gaming Hub, you’ll gain:

  • Insider strategies from top-tier coaches
  • Personalised feedback to improve your gameplay
  •  Pro-level insights to dominate tournaments

Whether you're aiming to become a professional esports player, coach, or analyst, Murdoch University provides the training and support to help you succeed in the global esports arena.

Questions?

Please get in touch with us via our Murdoch Active Discord Channel or by emailing us at esports@murdoch.edu.au