Murdoch University Dubai

• Based in Perth – Western Australia

• Established in 1973

• Named after author and philosopher Sir Walter Murdoch

• Over 18,000 students and 1,400 staff

• 2,000 international students from over 90 countries

• Three branches in Australia: Murdoch, Peel and Rockingham

• Four International Study Centers: Dubai, Japan, Malaysia and Singapore

Murdoch University

Murdoch University

• Member of the Innovative Research Universities Australia (IRUA)

• Has been awarded, for the 13th time in 14 years, a five star rating* for graduate satisfaction in Australia, an achievement unmatched by any other Australian university

• Has been awarded five stars for the quality of teaching*

• Listed in the Top 100 Asia Pacific Universities

• Ranking in the top eight for research intensivity in Australia

• The Melinda & Bill Gates Foundation, by donating US$ 10 million, has chosen Murdoch to help in finding a cure for HIV

• Offers over 180 courses across disciplines

• The Murdoch University Perth campus, at 227 hectares, is the largest university campus in Australia

Murdoch University

Murdoch University offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate

courses ranging from Bachelor degrees to Masters’ and PhD's:

• Biological Science and Biotechnology

• Business

• Chemical and Mathematical Sciences

• Chiropractic and Sports Science

• Education

• Engineering and Energy

• Environmental Science

• Information Technology

• Law

• Media Communication and Culture

• Nursing and Midwifery

• Pharmacy

• Psychology

• Social Science and Humanities

• Sustainability

• Veterinary and Biomedical Science

Murdoch University campus highlights

• Media Arts Centre features TV and radio studios, a newsroom, editing suites and post production facilities

• US$ 31.4 million world class medical research facility

• Chiropractic Clinic with 11 consulting rooms and a fully equipped gym

• The Law Building has Perth’s most modern Moot Court with a video satellite technology to compete with other schools around the world

• Veterinary facilities include a world class Equine Centre with Western Australia’s only equine operating theatres

• State Agricultural Biotechnology Centre which helps students to develop learning and research skills in the field

• Scaled engineering plant available for students to get real-life experience

Murdoch University Dubai

• Established in Dubai in February 2008

o First MBA class graduated in September 2009

o First UG class graduated in May 2011

• Licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)

o Dubai government body responsible for licensing and assuring the quality of private educational institutions within the Emirate

• Campus situated at the Dubai International Academic City (DIAC)

o Educational cluster hosting 31 international universities and a home to approximately 12,000 students

• Murdoch Dubai has grown from 30 students in August 2008, to approximately 700 students in Sept 2011

• More than 70 graduates from the MBA program

Murdoch University Dubai highlights • Core branch of Murdoch University, Perth

• Curriculum provided by the parent campus ensuring the highest standards

• Academics obliged to surpass Murdoch standards

• Entry requirements exactly the same as Murdoch University, Australia

• On-the-spot admissions

• Degrees issued from Murdoch University

• 100% transfer of credits guaranteed from one campus to another

• Global student exchange programs – Discovery Exchange

• Strong links with Business

o Internships and placements

o Frequent guest lectures on campus

o Strong Alumni presence

Murdoch University Dubai Strengths

• Australian Degree without having to travel to Australia

• Tuition Fee significantly lower than studying in Australia

• Accommodation as low as USD 500 per month

• Internationally recognized degree

• Seamless transfer to Perth

• Excellent student staff ratio

• Diversity of staff & students

• TOEFL on campus

Murdoch University Dubai Strengths

• Our MBA can be completed in 12*, 16 or 24 months

• All UG students successful with job placements

• No work experience & GMAT

• Networking opportunities

• Flexible courses: MBA + MHRM

• Student Visas

• Almost 100% student visa success

• Work + Study at same time

• Evening & Weekend classes

* Approval is not automatic for the 12 month MBA and each application for this option will be considered individually

Faculty Profile

Prof. John Grainger – Pro-Vice Chancellor / Executive Vice President

Prof. Grainger is the head of the Murdoch Dubai campus. He participates in the university’s strategic

planning process and is responsible for producing appropriate university operational plans. Prof. Grainger

has earned degrees in Psychology and Education prior to gaining an MBA and a Doctorate in Business

Administration from Murdoch University. He has extensive experience in almost all disciplines of business

education with particular expertise in Strategic Management, Leadership and Motivation, Entrepreneurship,

Educational Technology, Knowledge Management, Information Technology and Environmental Sustainability.

Johan Claasen – Academic Director - Media, Communication and Culture

Johan Claasen heads the school of Media, Communication and Culture at Murdoch Dubai. He coordinates

the courses and is in charge of developing and teaching the programs. Claasen has worked for over three

decades in print, radio and television news industry in South Africa, where he also completed his studies at

University of Johannesburg. Prior to joining MUISCD, Johan spent four years at academic institutions in

Cape Town and Stellenbosch where he lectured in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication Science and

Public Relations.

Daniel Adkins – Academic Director - Career Programs

Dan joined Murdoch University in November 2009 to teach in the MUPC and Business programs. Hailing

from the United States, Daniel Adkins taught IT professionals in various disciplines including project

management, quality management, and leadership skills. Over the course of 20 years, Adkins held numerous

management positions, including CIO and CEO. After founding an international school in India, he moved to the

UAE in 2007 to return to his passion, which is teaching. Dan holds an MBA from Herriot Watt University.

Courses offered • Undergraduate

o Media and Communication

o Commerce

o Environmental Management

o IT

• Postgraduate

o Master of Business Administration (MBA)

o Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) – Accredited by Australian Human Resources Institution (AHRI)

o Master of Education (MEd)

o Postgraduate Certificates and Diplomas in Journalism and Public Relations

• Degree Pathways

o Murdoch Dubai Foundation Program (MDFP)

o English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Campus facilities • Use of lecture management software and modern

technologies in class rooms

• HD lecture theatre

• Two computer labs

• Five class rooms

• Teaching and Learning Centre

• Library

• Electronic databases

• E- journals

• State-of-the-art Media Arts Centre

• A fully professional HD TV studio and control room

• Editing suites

• Radio studios

• Access to Student Hub / Recreation Room

• Food Court

Activities on Campus • Academic Support

o Double Majors

o Double Degrees

• Career Services

• Teaching and Learning Centre

• Financial advise

• Student Services

o Visas

o Transportation

o Student Clubs

• Library

Student Life

• Photography Competition

• Debate

• CSR Activities

• Mission Green

• Beach Clean Up

• Plant a Tree

• Angel Appeal

• Dubai Autism Centre

• Dubai Centre for Special Needs

• Water Bucket Walk

• Various Sports Tournaments

• Basketball

• Table Tennis

• Football

• Cricket

• Volleyball

Academic Entry Requirements

Murdoch University prides itself on offering both traditional and alternative modes of entry into all of its degrees Academic Qualification for MUPC / EAP courses Please visit http://dubai.murdoch.edu.au/Future-students/How-to-apply/Entry-requirements/Pathway-programs/

English Requirement for MUPC / EAP courses IELTS 5.5 (Minimum bands Reading and Listening 5.5, Writing and Speaking 5.0)

TOEFL – Paper based 525 OR TOEFL – Computer based 200 OR UG/MUPC Application Checklist

Murdoch University prides itself on offering both traditional and alternative modes of entry into all of its degrees Academic Qualification for UG courses Please visit http://www.murdochdubai.com/Future-students/How-to-apply/Entry-requirements/Undergraduate-academic-entry-requirements/

English Requirement IELTS 6.00 (no individual band less than 6.0) OR TOEFL – Paper based 550 (with the Test of Written English 5) OR TOEFL – Computer based 213 (with the Test of Written English 5) OR TOEFL – Internet based 80 (no band less that 20) UG/MUPC Application Checklist

Academic Entry Requirements

Academic Entry Requirements

Academic Qualification for PG courses • Applying based on your degree

oQualifications and the transcripts of your results oEnglish proficiency

oIELTS 6.00 (no individual band less than 6.0) OR oTOEFL – Paper based 550 (with the Test of Written English 5) OR oTOEFL – Computer based 213 (with the Test of Written English 5) OR oTOEFL – Internet based 80 (no band less that 20)

oResume oEnclose a complete International Students Personal Statement oEnclose student’s two Referees Reports oEnclose student’s two passport size photographs oEnclose student’s passport copy

Academic Qualification for PG courses • Applying based on work experience

oQualifications and the transcripts of your results oEnglish proficiency

oIELTS 6.00 (no individual band less than 6.0) OR oTOEFL – Paper based 550 (with the Test of Written English 5) OR oTOEFL – Computer based 213 (with the Test of Written English 5) OR oTOEFL – Internet based 80 (no band less that 20)

oResume oEnclose a complete International Students Personal Statement oEnclose two complete International Referees Reports

oThese are to be complete by the student’s referees oThey must be professional references preferably from the student’s Current or previous employer oLetters demonstrating the student’s workforce history oThey must support the student’s resume

oEnclose student’s two passport size photographs oEnclose student’s passport copy

Academic Entry Requirements

Murdoch University TOEFL Test Centre

• The tests is available only for students planning on enrolling in a foundational, undergraduate or postgraduate program at Murdoch University Dubai

• All candidates interested in taking the TOEFL exams with the University, must confirm their attendance on the given dates and payment for the papers must be made in advance by the candidates, (at least 2 days before the paper)

Requirements for Registration

• Original Passport (or an Official ID where Name, DOB, Photo and Signature are all there)

• Identification letter is required on letter head if the Passport or ID does not have all of this, or if there is any discrepancy - format provided

• Test Fee of AED 500

Academic Entry Requirements

Advanced Standing at Murdoch University • Students may be eligible for Advanced Standing towards their Murdoch degree if they

have completed any other undergraduate or postgraduate studies at a recognized institution

• In order to determine if a student qualifies for advanced standing towards his/her

Murdoch degree, the student would need to provide the following: • Original academic transcripts/statement of results • Detailed course description of what the student studied within each relevant

individual subject of prior studies including learning objectives and outcomes, and textbooks for each unit completed. A copy of prior institution's handbook unit descriptions or a subject's course outline is usually sufficient. Note: Names and codes of the unit descriptions should be exactly the same as the names and codes of the units on the academic transcript

• A breakdown of the assessment and grading scheme for each unit • Examination paper for each unit (if possible) Please note: Transfer students may need to be of good academic standing at their previous university

Academic Entry Requirements

Fee Structure Application Fee • An application fee should be included with the student’s application. • Application fee is AED 250/-. This fee will be adjusted towards the

registration fee Registration Fee • If you receive and accept an offer, the student must register by paying the

registration fee • Registration fee- AED 3500 Application forms are available on:

• Degree Pathway + Undergraduate: http://www.murdochdubai.com/_document/Applicationform/MUISCD_UG_applicationform.pdf • Postgraduate: http://www.murdochdubai.com/_document/Application-form/MUISCD_PG_application-form.pdf

Murdoch Dubai Foundation Program • The Murdoch Dubai Foundation Program (MDFP), equivalent to Year 12, provides guaranteed entry into

the first year of all Murdoch University bachelor degree courses

• The course is conducted over:

• Two 14-week teaching periods • There are 10 class hours per week in each of the three subjects, resulting in 30 class hours per week • Students complete six units which provide a total of 720 class hours

Course Length of Course

Units Fees AED Fees USD**

MDFP 1 8 months 6 30,000/- 8, 220/-

MDFP 2 4 months 3 15,000/- 4, 110/-

Fee Structure - Undergraduate

Course Length of Course

Majors Fees AED Fees USD**

Bachelor of Commerce

3 years full time internal study

1. Finance 2. Management 3. Marketing

40,000/-

10,960/-

Bachelor of Media 3 years full time internal study

Screen production 60,000/- 16,440/-

Bachelor of

Communication

3 years full time internal study

1. Journalism 2. Public Relations 3. Communication and Media

Studies

60,000/-

16,440/-

Bachelor of Science in

Information Technology

3 years full time internal study

Computer Science and Business Information Systems (Double Major)

40,000/-

10,960/-

Bachelor of Sustainable

Development and Environmental Management

3 years full time internal study

(Double Major)

50,000/-

13,700/-

(**USD is calculated at 3.65 to a Dirham and is subject to change)

Fee Structure - Postgraduate Course Length of

Course Fees AED Fees USD**

Master of Business Administration

MBA

classes held in the evenings from Sunday to

Thursday / Weekend Classes

16 months full-time 24 months part-time

3 trimesters per year

84,000/- full program Full-time – 12units in 16 months* (AED 7,000 per unit) = AED 84,000 Part-time - 6units per year for 2 years (AED 7,000 per unit) = AED 42,000 per year

23,015/- full program Full-time – 12units in 1 year* (USD 1,918 per unit) USD 22,888 Part-time - 6units per year for 2 years (USD 1,918 per unit) = USD 11,507 per year

Master of Human Resource Management

MHRM

classes held in the evenings from Sunday to

Thursday / Weekend Classes

16 months full-time 24 months part-time

3 trimesters per year

84,000/- full program Full-time – 12units in 1 year (AED 7,000 per unit) = AED 84,000 Part-time - 6units per year for 2 years (AED 7,000 per unit) = AED 42,000 per year

23,015/- full program Full-time – 12units in 1 year* (USD 1,918 per unit) USD 22,888 Part-time - 6units per year for 2 years (USD 1,918 per unit) = USD 11,507 per year

Master of Education MEd

12 months full-time 24 months part-time

50,000/- full program Full-time – 6units in 1 year Part-time - 3units per year for 2 years

13,700/- full program Full-time – 6units in 1 year Part-time - 3units per year for 2 years

(**USD is calculated at 3.65 to a Dirham and is subject to change)

How to Pay Fees

All Students must pay their fees directly to the University All fees can be paid either: • In person at the Finance department on your campus by cash, cheque, demand draft or through

credit card • By post - account payee cheque payable in Dubai or Demand draft • Bank draft/ cheque is to be made in the name of Murdoch University International Study Centre

Dubai The preferred currency is AED. However, certain countries may not issue a Demand Draft in AED in which case a USD Telegraphic Transfer can be sent

Account details: Beneficiary Name: Murdoch University International Study Centre Dubai Account No: 05123 7497 7604 (AED) or 05123 7497 7602 (USD) Bank Name: Emirates NBD Bank (PJSC) P.O. Box 777, Dubai Swift: EBILAEAD (In all cases, please add an additional amount of USD 35.00 as clearing bank charges.)

ABOUT DUBAI

• Dubai is located on the Eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, in the south west corner of the Arabian Gulf

• It is extremely well known for its warm hospitality and rich cultural heritage, and the Emirati people are welcoming and generous in their approach to visitors

• The emirate’s government is constantly working to improve its commercial transparency and introduce dynamic regulations that aid the formation of small and medium enterprises

ABOUT DUBAI INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC CITY (DIAC)

• Dubai International Academic City (DIAC), a member of TECOM Investments, is located in the Dubai Academic City is the world’s only Free Zone dedicated to higher education

• There are currently over 30 academic institutions in DIAC and Dubai Knowledge Village and from diverse regions including the U.S, Australia, India, Pakistan, Iran, France, Russia, U.K and catering to 16,000 students

• Offering programs that range in duration from one year to four years with programs ranging from engineering, computer science, finance, media, fashion and design, biotechnology, environmental studies, child development & quality and business management.

Student Documents / Applications Kindly email all student documents / applications to bd@murdochdubai.ac.ae

Application Process:

Business Development

Offer letter & acceptance letter received and sent to respective overseas representative

Student Services

Application evaluated, turn around time for an offer letter 24hrs – 72hrs

Transfer of credits up to 2 weeks

Business Development

Application received, verified and forwarded to Student Services

STUDENT VISA FEES

VISA FEES (AED)

SI. No Service type Current status Normal Urgent Express Jawaz card* Emirates ID**** Cautionary deposit**

1 Student visa application Student outside UAE 1,100 1,600 2,200 250 280 7,000

2 Student visa application Inside UAE - visit visa, previous residence

visa of any kind

2,720 3,220 3,820 250 280 7,000

3 Student visa renewal Sponsored students whose visa has

expired

950 1,200 1,500 250 280 0

4 Student visa cancellation*** Sponsored students who graduated,

discontinued or became employed while

studying

310 560 860 0 0 0

5 Administration charges Non refundable 200 200 200 0 0 0

6 Mandatory medical insurance unless

students provide proof of existing medical

insurance within th UAE

TBA

* Jawaz card is mandatory for all students.

** The cautionary deposit is refundable to sponsored students after cancellation of visa, and deduction of all outstanding dues.

*** Students who fail to cancel their student visa prior to leaving the UAE after graduation or withdrawal will be considered absconders by the TECOM free zone authority and will forfeit their cautionary deposit and might experience difficulties re-entering the UAE.

****Emirates ID card is compulsory for all the sponsored students

Student Visa Fees

STUDENT VISA FEES

VISA FEES (AED)

SI.

No

Service type

Current

status

Normal Urgent Express Jawaz

card*

Emirates

ID****

Cautionary

deposit**

1 Student visa

application

Student

outside

UAE

1,100 1,600 2,200 250 280 7,000

2 Student visa

application

Inside UAE

- visit visa,

previous

residence

visa of any

kind

2,720 3,220 3,820 250 280 7,000

5 Admin charges Non

refundable

200 200 200 0 0 0

Documents for Student Visa

Visa Sponsorship Student will need to fill up the application for Student Entry Permit, attaching relevant documents and paying the applicable fee. In order to make an application for a visa, students need the following: • Student entry permit: a student entry permit must be completed and submitted with each application (form provided by MUISCD) • Passport copies: four photocopies must be submitted with each application •12 recent passport size photos • Student enrollment contract • Previous academic transcripts • Proof of sufficient funds: a bank statement showing sufficient funds more than AED 30,000. If the proof of funds is from a company, then a letter indicating sponsorship willingness must be submitted. Note: payment of tuition and any other extras such as hostel and book fees do not contribute to the AED 30,000.

Student Visa - Vocabulary

•Dubai Technology & Media Free Zone Authority TECOM

•Government Services Operations Department GSO

•Dubai Naturalization & Residency Department

•AKA: Dubai Immigration DNRD

•Knowledge & Human Development Authority KHDA

•Entry Permit EP

•Residence Permit (Student Visa) RP

•Changing visa status without exiting the country Local Amendment

Student Visa General Visa Regulations

• Students on a residency permit are not permitted to work for any employer within or outside the

TECOM zone • All students on Dubai International Academic City visas must attend an International Student Orientation day that will be held in September • Mandatory medical insurance unless students provide proof of existing medical insurance within

the UAE • Jawaz card is mandatory for all students • The cautionary deposit is refundable to sponsored students after cancellation of visa, and

deduction of all outstanding dues • Emirates ID card is compulsory for all the sponsored students

• Only full time students can be granted a student visa

• Visas are only valid for one year

• All students applying for a Dubai International Academic City student visa and are enrolled or have

been admitted into an undergraduate program shall not exceed the age of 25 • The only exceptions are those students enrolled in a postgraduate program or graduate programs

DNRD-Dubai Immigration

Actual Processing starts

GSO of TECOM

Application received, verified by back office then sent to DNRD

Student Hub

Approval obtained

Student Visa - Processes

Student Visa FAQ’s • Is a fixed deposit acceptable?

Yes, provided it has more than AED 30,000 (+ Financial responsibility letter)

• Is a current account acceptable?

Yes, provided it has more than AED 30,000 (+ Financial responsibility letter) • Is a savings account acceptable? Yes, provided it has more than AED 30,000 (+ Financial responsibility letter) • Is a overdraft account acceptable? Yes, provided it has more than AED 30,000 (+ Financial responsibility letter) subject to approval depending on the amount of overdraft

• If a loan has been taken to pay the education, do you require the Loan disbursement letter or the Loan

Approval letter? The GSO does not require any of those letters. The Student hub of DIAC would only require the bank statement that shows sufficient funds (AED 30,000) with a financial responsibility letter, or a sponsor letter from the employer, or from the university (i.e. if the university provides a student with a study loan, then the University provides a bank statement to the student hub). The authorities (GSO, Immigration) do not interfere with student loans (tuition or others) and do not restrict them as long as the student hub approves the visa application

Student Visa FAQ’s • What documents are required to renew the student’s visa?

Student Hub:

Student Enrolment Contract signed by the student and the university 1 Passport copy Copy of Bank Statements (equivalent to AED 30,000) + Financial Responsibility Letter Copy of academic transcripts Student Verification letter (from the university) Copy of tuition fee receipt (for the new semester/ trimester) Copy of ID card (TECOM card)

GSO: Original Passport Eight (8) colour photograph with white background, size 4.3cm x 5.5cm Four (4) passport photocopies of applicant including visa page Original ID Card Medical check-up (an appointment will be scheduled by the GSO for the same)

Student Visa FAQ’s • Can a MBA student sponsor his/her spouse?

Yes, the student applies for an MBA trainee visa (at the initial time of application), normal student visa cannot be converted later on to a trainee visa A lady cannot sponsor her husband • Can a MBA student sponsor his wife and kids? Subject to immigration approval, security checks and remaining balance of visa

• Can the wife work? Yes, the student’s wife can work provided she obtains a NOC from her husband

General Notes Each university has a maximum of 10 visas for (trainee MBA students) The MBA trainee visa application is subject to approval and security checks This visa is preferable not marketed for

Student Transportation

• Murdoch University provides transportation for students • We have a bus service operating from different locations in and around the UAE • For more information please visit: http://www.murdochdubai.com/Future-students/Choosing-Murdoch/On-campus-support/

Transportation fees may increase at any time as per the university's sole discretion due to rising fuel prices, market price and inflation

Other Expenses

Living Expenses

AED USD**

Sharing 1,200/- approx (for 1 month) 330/- approx (for 1 month)

Studio 2,500/- approx (for 1 month) 685/- approx (for 1 month)

1 B/R 4,000/- approx (for 1 month) 1,095/- approx (for 1 month)

2 B/R 5,000/- approx (for 1 month) 1,370/- approx (for 1 month)

Recommended Locations for student accommodation:

• Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) and International City: • The communities possess a range of residential and lifestyle facilities which include:

• Schools • Universities • Hospitals • Community centres • Shopping complexes • Swimming pools • Tennis courts

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If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us:

Raghav Lal

raghav.lal@murdochdubai.ac.ae +971 4 4355700

Aarti Jethwani

aarti.jethwani@murdochdubai.ac.ae +971 4 4355700

Contact us: Tel: +971 4 4 355 700

Facsimile: +971 4 435 5704 Email: admissions@murdochdubai.ac.ae

PO Box 345005, Dubai International Academic City,

Dubai, UAE Website: www.murdochdubai.ac.ae