Getting organised

Settling into a new city is exciting! To help you feel at home and ready for success, we've put together a guide with everything you need to get organised and make a smooth start to your studies in Perth.

Finalise your enrolment

Enrolling is one of the most important things you will need to do when you first arrive.

You need to enrol in your units, tutorials, labs and workshops. This will create a timetable to help you know where you need to be on which days.

For details on enrolling in units, important information about your course and links to our support services on campus, see how to enrol.

Join our Orientation program

Every semester, we run an Orientation program to welcome you and other new students to Murdoch University, so every student can start their learning journey with confidence.

You'll receive important information as an international students and get help to:

You'll also have the chance to meet other international students through a range of fun events hosted by the Murdoch International Students Association (MISA). It's a great way to make new friends, build connections, and discover everything our Murdoch Uni community has to offer.

To make the most of your experience, plan your travel to Perth so you can arrive in time for Orientation.

Learn more about orientation

Set up a bank account

We partner with the Commonwealth Bank of Australia for International Student Banking. Opening an account with the Commonwealth Bank is fast, secure and provides you with instant access to your account details.

Enjoy the convenience of:

  • more than 700 branches nationally
  • NetBank and the CommBank App, where you can access and manage your money – anywhere, anytime.

To instantly open an account or for personal support, visit Commonwealth Bank's site.

Things you should know

Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 is a company incorporated in Australia. Customers will have limited access to NetBank until they arrive in Australia and identify themselves at a Commonwealth Bank branch.

How to apply

Ready to apply? Get started with applying for your preferred Murdoch course.

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