Students sitting on bean bags at Bush Court

Welcome to our Perth campus

Set over 227 hectares of native bushland in prime location just 15km from Perth CBD.

Find your place at our Perth campus

This is where our story began, where Murdoch University was established to provide a unique and world-class learning experience. Our vibrant Perth campus is home to over 24,000 students, award winning learning facilities and a thriving student social scene, plus it's the only city-based university with an on campus farm in Australia.

Five-star rating

Overall and for teaching, employability, learning facilities and inclusiveness.

QS Stars Assessment 2024

Award winning spaces

Home to the World’s Best Academic Building, Boola Katitjin

World Architecture Festival

Biodiversity hotspot

Our campus is nestled among protected wetlands and is home to local endangered species

Walks and trails

A unique campus experience

Our unique bush campus is one of the largest in Australia, set amongst native bushland and wetlands, home to many unique and endangered species. Our expansive learning spaces and campus community provide an immersive and accessible university experience. Relax amongst nature, focus in our modern study spaces or enjoy our social clubs and events!

Bush Court

Bush Court is the heart of our campus, connecting our original buildings with modern, innovative facilities including the Student Hub and Library.

Student Hub

Located next to Bush Court, our student hub provides a welcoming space to eat, relax and study.

Boola Katitjin

The new sustainable, inclusive and tech-enabled teaching and learning facility.

Campus facilities

With close to 20 restaurants, plus retail stores and clinics we’ve got you covered no matter what you need on campus.

Food and drink

From your morning coffee booster to a social happy hour with friends, our campus offers a diverse array of food and drink outlets including multiple cafes’, international eats and more.

Life and culture

Get involved with our wide range of activities and events throughout the year, become a Guild member, volunteer for a great cause or join in with sport, fitness and social groups.

Health and wellbeing

With an on-campus gym, health and wellbeing clinics and support services available, discover the amenities we have on campus that are available to you.

Quick links

More information to help you find what you need on our Perth campus.

Parking

Facilities

Life in Perth

Accomodation

Marion Blackwell Garden

Hiring facilities

Getting to Murdoch

Conveniently located on South Street in Murdoch, near public transport, with plenty of on-site parking, plus easy connection to cycling networks, bike lockers and racks on campus, it is easy to get to our beautiful bush campus.

Find out how to get here, and learn more about our end of trip facilities, bike storage, and security.

Remember to check if you’re eligible for a Tertiary SmartRider to get discounted travel. SmartRiders are available through the Guild.

Cycling to campus

Bike racks and secure shelters are free across campus (BYO bike lock). Personal bike lockers are available for hire if you need to store your gear.

Find more information on cycling to campus and access to bike lockers and compounds

Public transport

We’re a short walk from the Murdoch train station and bus stops are located on and around campus. Access discounted travel with a Tertiary SmartRider.

Find more information on using public transport to get to campus

Car parking

If you’re driving to campus, you’ll need a permit to park in the red and green parking zones. Parking is free after 5pm and on weekends.

Learn more about parking zones and permits

Explore our Perth campus

The best way to find your way around is with Murdoch Maps. You can search for facilities, services or a specific location.