Murdoch University Dubai is a branch campus of Murdoch University, one of the country’s research-intensive universities based in Perth, Western Australia. Established in 2008 in Dubai International Academic City, we moved to the heart of the impressive Dubai Knowledge Park in May 2020. Our vibrant new purpose-built campus in Dubai Knowledge Park, at 2500 sq metres over two levels, is twice as large as our former home. It features world-class facilities, including a dedicated cybersecurity lab with custom-built systems, education-focused furniture, and ‘touchdown’ breakout spaces to promote a collaborative teaching and learning environment.
The campus is licensed by the Dubai Government regulator, Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). It is also regulated from Australia by the Australian government’s national quality assurance and regulatory agency for higher education, Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). This double government-level oversight assures you of the highest quality international education.
As of 9 January 2025, Murdoch University Dubai has also been granted Institutional Licensure by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) under the UAE’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR). The MOHESR accreditation process consists of two stages. The first, Institutional Licensure, which we have successfully achieved, validates the university’s overall compliance with rigorous quality standards. The second stage, programme accreditation, is currently underway to ensure each academic offering meets the same high standards.
This federal UAE licensure recognises our commitment to maintaining the highest academic standards and excellence and further solidifies Murdoch University Dubai’s reputation as a globally respected institution. With our TEQSA accreditation, and KHDA and CAA-MOHESR licensure, we continue to provide students with a world-class education recognised, accredited and valued both locally and internationally. As we enhance our academic offerings and reputation, we remain dedicated to shaping future leaders and innovators.
For a full list of universities recognised by MOHESR, visit: CAA Recognised Institutions.
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To change lives and society for the better through accessible education and research, contributing to the solution of societal and environmental challenges and providing an inclusive, caring community in which everyone can realise their potential.
Achievements throughout Murdoch University’s history
Discover some key things about Murdoch University that could help you as you explore the exciting possibility of studying with us.
Our home campus in Perth, Western Australia, has more than 23,000 students and 2,500 staff from across almost 100 different countries, studying in over 200 undergraduate and postgraduate courses or majors, over a comprehensive range of disciplines and professions. Murdoch University has earned an international reputation for the quality of its teaching and research over the past 50 years, as it has grown and matured.
Our flexible learning options are tailored to allow you to design your course of study in accordance with your own personal requirements. Why choose between Business and Communications when you can do both? Our double major option allows you to combine two different disciplines into one well-rounded education without extending your time at university.
Are Murdoch University Dubai’s degrees accepted worldwide?
At Murdoch, we are proud to have an internationally-qualified faculty teaching you globally recognized degrees. Regardless of whether you are a foundation program student or an undergraduate or postgraduate student, the quality of the teachers and the programs on offer are world-class, skills-focused and globally relevant.
Studying at Murdoch University Dubai isn’t just about learning in your chosen field. It’s also about exploring new ways of thinking, discovering different perspectives, and finding ways to make a difference. We’ve got the support, facilities, and flexibility to help you gain the skills, knowledge, and life experience you need to achieve your goals as a #MurdochFreeThinker.