The step from high school to university is a big one and, while many teens will tell you they’re fine, even the most excited student is likely to have a few nerves.
The step from high school to university is a big one and, while many teens will tell you they're fine, even the most excited student is likely to have a few nerves.
And you, as their parent, probably have a few nerves of your own – not to mention a million questions.
That's why attending Murdoch Open Day on Sunday 18 July is a great opportunity for both parents and students. Not only will it calm any feelings of worry or stress, you'll get a few answers, too.
Open Day is a chance to immerse yourself in campus life – to see and experience a university campus, check out the facilities and chat to academics and lecturers about all the courses, career advice and scholarships on offer.
Get your questions answered
Maybe this is your first child going to uni or you're brushing up on your knowledge of what support is on offer for students. Either way, the Parent Power Sessions will be your one-stop-shop for understanding the ins and outs of being a guardian to a uni student. From the basics of enrolling to understanding uni lingo and debunking common fears, our team will answer the most common questions asked by parents.
If you can't make it, check out our other upcoming events for parents.
Enjoy a day on campus
The University is always a vibrant place with a huge range of activities happening on any given day. We go the extra mile on Open Day to help future students imagine what life is like while studying with us. We expect them to leave feeling excited about the opportunity to think differently and explore careers they may not have considered. Parents will gain a sense of confidence about their child's ability to find their place in the larger university community and experience for themselves the tranquillity of the campus environment.
Take a tour
Explore the campus and facilities your child is interested in on a guided tour with our current students and academics. At the end of your tour you'll be taken to Bush Court, the heart of our Perth campus, where you can chat to our friendly advisors about admission pathways, scholarships, student support and uni life.
Experience courses like never before
With so many courses on offer, your teen may be feeling like a fish out of water. Before making any decisions, why not get to really know what's on offer by experiencing our courses first-hand. We'll have areas set up where you can speak with our academics and immerse yourself in hands-on activities that will give your teen a small taste of what could lie ahead if they choose to study at Murdoch.
Business
Does your child have an interest in studying a degree in business or commerce? Walk down the business red carpet through the 'Walk of Champions' and explore stories of our successful business academics, students and alumni. You'll also have the opportunity to pose for the camera with the latest mirror photo booth.
Forensics, Criminology and Journalism
The Murdoch Murder Mystery activity will allow your child to channel their inner Sherlock Holmes whilst exploring forensics and criminological techniques used by our free-thinking academics to solve crimes. You'll also be able to report the mystery on camera or write a news article as a crime journalist. From fingerprints, blood splatters, to the weapon – you'll be busy analysing clues to try and solve this one-of-a-kind murder mystery.
Education
Does your child see themselves teaching the next generation of free thinkers? Take time to visit our SimLabTM teaching experience where you can teach a group of primary-aged students through this Australian first technology. You'll be faced with a realistic classroom scenario where real-life professional actors work behind the scene to represent classroom pupils with differing learning capabilities that respond instantaneously. This unique, specialist technology helps our education students overcome nerves about confronting a group of students for the first time.
Sport and Exercise Science
Our sport and exercise science experience is perfect for students who are thinking of taking their passion for sport and health to the next level. You'll be able to face some of Perth Scorchers' best bowlers using virtual reality headsets and learn how to optimise batting techniques by focusing on bowler cues using our occlusion glasses. You'll also be able to see how we're using motion capture technology to reduce injury for amateur and professional athletes.
Esports
If your child has a creative flair, is competitive and enjoys playing games, make sure you head down to the Esports tent. Murdoch created the first Esports program in 2020, becoming the first university in Western Australia to have an Esports Gaming Hub on campus. Esports offers a competitive and casual space where students can play and learn at the same time.