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Murdoch University is among the top 500 universities in the world. The university ranks #561-570 in the latest QS World University Rankings 2023.RMIT University is ranked one of the top Universities in Australia. RMIT has a distinguished standing in the world’s top 500 in every major ranking. It is one of the top 25 universities to study in Australia.
| Murdoch University | RMIT University | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4.2 Out of 10 | 4.4 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 401 Times Higher Education 2026 # 423 QS World University 2026 # 401 Times Higher Education 2025 | # 125 QS World University 2026 # 251 Times Higher Education 2026 # 123 QS World University 2025 |
| Subject Strength | # 251 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025 # 501 for Medicine by Times Higher Education 2022 # 401 for Law by Times Higher Education 2023 | # 126 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025 # 401 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 # 351 for Law by QS World University 2025 |
| Programs | UG Programs -58 PG Programs -27 | UG Programs -84 PG Programs -67 Doctorate Programs -34 |
| Exam Score | GMAT-550 GRE-290 IELTS-6 PTE-50 TOEFL-73 | GMAT-550 IELTS-6.5 PTE-58 TOEFL-79 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 22190 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 37080 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 770 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 28732 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 25228 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 13748 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Average Salaries are given below:
| Graduate Employability Rankings #77; Top recruiters: National Australian Bank, Telstra Corporation Ltd., Deloitte, GHD Group; Highest paid degrees: Masters in Science (153,000 USD); Masters in Management (198,000 USD); Executive MBA (90,000 USD); Masters in Finance (87,000 USD); MBA (80,000 USD). |
| application requirements | Apply online or through agents, PG applicants must fulfill country-specific requirements (vary with programs). | 16 years of age; English proficiency scores; supplementary requirements (portfolio, interview, supplementary information form); CV; work reference letter; referee report |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 5.7/10 Read 1 reviews | 7.5/10 Read 35 reviews |
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| General Facts | Murdoch University | RMIT University |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1973 | 1887 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 13:1 | 18:1 |
| Male:Female | 41% Male, 59% Female | 47% Male, 53% Female |
| Location Facts | Located in Western Australia, Perth (Singapore and Dubai-international campuses), university’s main campus is South Street Campus. Home to a fully-operation engineering plant, main campus features beautiful native bushlands. | 3 campuses and 2 sites in Australia; Main campus located in Melbourne city center on the northern edge of Hoddle Grid; surrounded by restaurants, cafes, parks, markets, State Library of Victoria. |
| Library | Total e-books: 3,49,661; physical books: 3,53,744; digital journals: 63,132; physical journals: 305; total other resources: 70,159. This includes special and subject collections. | RMIT Library has four library sites in Melbourne- Swanston, Carlton; Bundoora; Brunswick; Makerspace; 600,000+ volumes; 1,892,472 in-person visits; 1,999,273 visits via website; 1,160,670 database usage; 687,175 video streams. |
| Campus Life | Find on-campus food options catering to snacking and hearty meals, hangout a student hub, join clubs or societies (over 100), get involved in organizations run by students, enjoy various events like stamp-out stress day or multicultural day at Bush Court or Tavern, join social sports team, or indulge in staying fit at Fitness Zone. | Over 100 clubs, societies and collectives; RMIT Gallery- public art gallery of the university; RMIT Link- university’s campus union; RMIT's University Student Union (RUSU); The Swanston Gazette- Student newspaper; Catalyst- Student magazine; RMITV- student television production company; Student Youth Network (SYN)- student radio station; Realfoods- student-volunteer-run café. |
| Hostel | #Weekly expenses for accommodation - $120 #Weekly expenses for accommodation - $440 | #Room and Board - $13748 |
| Famous Alumni | Basil Zempilas (American TV presenter), Michael Keenan (member of Australian house of representatives), Adam Bandt (Australian Federal MP), Scott Ludlam (Former Senator-Australia), Kim Scott (novelist), Toby Miller (Author), Alan Eggleston (Australian Senator), Sue Lines (Australian Senator), etc. | James Wan (Australian-Malaysian film director); Amanda Barnard (Australian theoretical physicist); Rob Hulls (Australian Politician); James Hird (Australian rules football player); James Tomkins (Australian sportsman, three-time Olympic gold medalist); Rove McManus (Australian comedian and television host); Lydia Lassila (Australian skier, Winter Olympic gold medalist). |
| City Life | Perth is a hub to innovation and industries and has a thriving economy. The unemployment rate (2019) is low as 3.5% and the city is known to be only 2.5 hours away (WA time zone) for 60% of the world's population. Access to global services is high and the city is known for its crystal clear beaches and sunset coasts. Explore Rottnest Islands, Fremantle, Kings Park, Swan Valley, and more. Multicuisine cafes, restaurants, and more offer both luxury and casual dining. | coastal capital of the southeastern Australian state of Victoria; Unemployment rate- 6.0%; Hosts several cultural festivals such as Melbourne International Arts Festival, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Melbourne Fringe Festival and Moomba; Famous tourist attractions include Federation Square, Queen Victoria Market, Crown Casino, Southbank, Melbourne Zoo, Melbourne Aquarium, Docklands, National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Museum, Melbourne Observation Deck, Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Luna Park. |
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