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I chose to study the Bachelor of Business because I have always been passionate about numbers and the way share markets and money are managed. To me, understanding how to analyse and predict situations with the use of numbers is one of the most integral parts of today’s society. Learning how to manage and interpret accounts and financial statements for companies is one of my favourite parts about my degree.

Initially I didn’t even think that I could get into university and so had given up on my childhood dream of being a marine biologist a long time ago. After attending a university fair in Singapore, I found out that I could actually pursue my dreams at Murdoch and so I worked hard and never looked back.

I love being able to learn about new topics through my course and being exposed to things that I never would have been able to see back in Singapore. As part of my course I have been able to see a range of plants and animals that I had previously only seen on National Geographic as a kid, which has been a great experience.

Since completing my internship with a local Perth digital marketing agency, I have developed an interest in the field and would like to pursue a job in the digital marketing industry. Murdoch has provided me with the platform, through my internship unit, to gain hands-on experience and has really opened my eyes to this industry. This experience has been priceless and has provided me with a platform in which I know have taken a step in the right direction.

The structure of the vet degree at Murdoch is excellent and the people within the course are so considerate. As vet students, we need to accumulate industry-based animal experience as part of our degree. The vet staff and academics are very helpful in helping us students to get work-experience and provide us with a range of volunteering opportunities. Having this kind of support makes me feel as though there is always going to be someone there to help me when I need it, which is very helpful.

Having started her studies at Murdoch in Animal Science, after being treated for a painful disc herniation by a Chiropractor, Xiaojun discovered her passion for the health industries and decided to transfer into Murdoch’s Chiropractic Science course.
Having never heard about Chiropractic Science before starting at Murdoch, I transferred degrees and I am now working towards becoming a Chiropractor myself.

Nursing is going to be a rewarding career and Murdoch is helping me to develop the skills I need to save lives. I think the Nursing school at Murdoch is excellent – it has a well-structured course that develops critical thinking in its students. The nursing simulation suites provide me with a great opportunity to link theory with practice and throughout my studies I have been able to learn and implement the clinical skills I will need as a working professional in the healthcare industry.

I like studying at Murdoch for several reasons, the first being that Murdoch encourages you to think outside the box, which generates innovation and improves critical thinking between students. Secondly, Murdoch has strong industry links, where industry professionals come to Murdoch as guest-lecturers and educate us on the real-life applications of our degrees. Lastly, one of the things I really like about studying at Murdoch, is the support the University offers. Staff and lecturers are easily approachable and are always happy to help, where the students tend to take care of each other and the staff really do look after the students.

I chose to study Engineering because I have always loved chemistry and wanted to have a strong future that I could rely on. By studying at Murdoch I got to follow this passion and travel to Perth, where I have met so many new people and made long-lasting friendships that I know I will have for years to come. I would recommend both Murdoch and Perth to my friends because it has been such a great experience for me in, not only improving my knowledge, but also my career and making new friends.

One of the reasons I chose to study at Murdoch was that they are one of the more ‘industry’ ready universities, offering quite specific courses. Both of my engineering majors are not taught in many universities in Australia, which to me, made Murdoch have the edge over others. My engineering degree requires that I complete more than 480 hours of industry experience before graduating. I was lucky enough to intern at Indonesia’s largest oil and gas company in their onsite refinery unit. I really enjoyed implementing what I had learnt in the labs at Murdoch and it was good to see that what I’m being taught at Murdoch is used on a daily basis by the engineering industry.

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I found Murdoch to have a significant student focused approach to teaching and learning in which students were prioritized. This granted me unimpeded access to academic staff members and student services when I was in need of both academic and pastoral support. My course had direct relevance in the real workplace, so I did not struggle with excessive theoretical classroom work. At the same time, I had ample opportunity to be creative with my research project on non-chemical grain storage. The practical field visits during my master's degree were also an eye opener to Australia’s expertise on border security

As the CEO of Sunfarmer, Avishek is leading a team who have implemented over 1,600 solar energy projects for hospitals, some of which have only ever had 15 hours of power a day, schools in local communities, government buildings, farms and water and sanitation facilities.

“The most important lesson my professors taught me at Murdoch was a holistic approach towards implementing any project. We need to understand and integrate four pillars – technical, social, environmental, and political and economic aspects. This has been my main mantra and approach to any work or project I am involved with. “It was a great opportunity to get exposure to international education and learn about things that we are not aware of, and to find out about things that we can adopt in our country to create ample benefits.”

Murdoch's International Welcome Scholarship is invaluable for international students like me as it helps to reduce financial stress and provides a chance to help achieve your dream. My journey has been brilliant, and I would absolutely recommend studying at Murdoch University, especially for engineering. The ambience on campus is relaxing and culturally diverse, plus the Master of Engineering in Instrumentation, Control and Industrial Computer Systems Engineering is distinctive and well known in Australia.

I would recommend Murdoch to other students because it is a place that will support them to challenge their fears and realise their hidden potentials without losing themselves. They will gain in-depth knowledge and internationally recognised skills that are relevant to the real world. Murdoch will set them up on a career that will make then global citizens to lead change in the world.

Murdoch also has an ‘all-inclusive’ culture so that no student feels sidelined or unimportant. Perth, unlike other cities, is less-congested with lots of lovely people. Virtually everyone is nice, kind and helpful even if you are meeting them for the first time.

I hope to use my knowledge and skills to help provide safe, clean, affordable and reliable energy in my country.

I think this is really important for all students, especially international students. Mingling with the ‘same kind’ of people won’t benefit us and won’t teach us anything, but by exposing ourselves to different people and cultures we can broaden our view and understanding of the world.

To make a difference in any facet of life you need to understand the basics, that’s where Murdoch’s course structure is ideal. By better understanding the basics I am confident I can contribute to society in a positive way. The University offers real world experience in the engineering field to prepare you for future career challenges

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Murdoch offers a good DVM program and is closest from my home country, Malaysia. I like the opportunities, resources and the facilities that Murdoch offers. It means we get to learn a lot through hands on practical classes. Murdoch has been a great help in the transition process with the international student orientation and related activities. The staff, whether locally or internationally born, are always very friendly and patient to everyone.

My degree is already preparing and shaping me to think about health on a global level while challenging me to harness my inner potential. I'm confident that I'll be able to cause change in any setting I find myself in using evidence-based principles and concepts. What I like most about studying in Murdoch is the teaching methods and supportive environment aimed at making students excel in their endeavours. The environment allows you to think freely and differently without limiting your potentials

Murdoch has given me the amazing opportunity to mingle with people from different cultures. While other universities have a high number of students who often they mix with their own race, Murdoch gave me the opportunity to socialise and not be boxed in with other Indonesians

"My advice to people who are coming here to study would be: get out of your comfort zone, meet different kinds of people, dare to ask and dare to mingle with others who are not similar to you."