Handbook2013

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Contents

About The University 3Welcome to Murdoch University 3Our Locations 3Our Schools 3Our Purpose and Intent 3Our Values 3Governance 3

Officers of the University 5Support Services 6

Aboriginal Student Support 6Alumni Association 7Bookshop 7Careers and Employment 7Chaplaincy 7Child Care 7Counselling 8Equity 8Guild of Students 9Health Service 9Information Technology at Murdoch 9International Student Support 9Library 11Library Learning Common 12Occupational Safety and Health 12Student Accommodation 12Student Learning Centre 12Transport and Parking 13

Study At Murdoch 14Admission Requirements 14The Credit Points System 15Courses 15Unit Sets 16Units 17External Study 20Cancellation of Courses, Majors, Minors or Units 21Assessment and Academic Progress 21Student Appeals 24Student Communication 24

Bachelor Studies: A General Guide 25Structure of Undergraduate Bachelor Degrees 25Undergraduate Admission Requirements 25Application Process 26Majors 27Minors 27Units 28Foundation Units 28Skills Development Elective Units 29

Honours Studies: A General Guide 31Structure of Honours Degrees 31Application Process 31Withdrawal/Intermission/Transfers/Extensions 31

Postgraduate Studies: A General Guide 33Courses 33Admission Requirements 33Application Process 33Enrolment 34Research Candidature Academic Progress and Re-Enrolment 34

Assessment 35University Regulation 36Fees and Financial Assistance 37

Fees Legislation 37Tuition Fees 37Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP) 37Youth Allowance/Austudy/ABSTUDY 38Murdoch Student Loans 39Scholarships 39University Medals 39Vice Chancellor's Commendation for Academic Excellence 39School Prizes 39Faculty and School Prizes 40

Murdoch University Student Charter 41Graduate Attributes 43

University Access Courses 44University Access Courses: List 44University Access Courses: Details 45Enabling 45

K-Track 45OnTrack 45

Law 45Koora Kudidj Pre-Law Program 45

Media Studies 45Kulbardi Wangkiny Pre-Media Program 45

Veterinary Science 46Waardong 46

Bachelor and Honours Degrees 47Bachelor and Honours Degrees: List 47Bachelor and Honours Degrees: Details 56Accounting 56

Accounting (BCom) 56Applied Accounting (BBusAppAcc) 57Honours in Accounting (BCom(Hons)) 58

Animal Science 58Animal Science (BAnimSc) 58

Applied Events Management 60Applied Events Management (BTourAppEvents) 60

Asian Studies 60Asian Studies (BA) 60Asian Studies (Specialist) (BAsianSt) 62Honours in Asian Studies (BA(Hons)) 65Honours in Asian Studies (Specialist) (BAsianSt(Hons)) 65

Australian Indigenous Studies 66Australian Indigenous Studies (BA) 66Honours in Australian Indigenous Studies (BA(Hons)) 67

Banking 67Banking (BCom) 67Honours in Banking (BCom(Hons)) 68

Biological Sciences 69Biological Sciences (BSc) 69Honours in Biological Sciences (BSc(Hons)) 70

Biomedical Science 70Biomedical Science (BSc) 70Honours in Biomedical Science (BSc(Hons)) 72

Biotechnology 72Biotechnology (BSc) 72

Honours in Biotechnology (BSc(Hons)) 73Biotechnology + Commerce 74

Biotechnology (BSc) + Management (BCom), Biotechnology(BSc) + Entrepreneurship and Innovation (BCom) 74

Business Information Systems 76Business Information Systems (BSc) 76Honours in Business Information Systems (BSc(Hons)) 77

Business Law 78Business Law (BCom) 78Honours in Business Law (BCom(Hons)) 79

Chemistry 79Chemistry (BSc) 79Honours in Chemistry (BSc(Hons)) 81

Chinese Business 81Chinese Business (BCom) 81Honours in Chinese Business (BCom(Hons)) 82

Chiropractic 83Chiropractic (BChiro, BSc) 83Honours in Chiropractic (BSc(Hons)) 84

Commerce 85Commerce (BCom) 85

Communication and Media Studies 85Communication and Media Studies (BCommun) 85Honours in Communication and Media Studies(BCommun(Hons)) 86

Community Development 87Community Development (BA) 87Honours in Community Development (BA(Hons)) 88

Computer Science 88Computer Science (BSc) 88Honours in Computer Science (BSc(Hons)) 89

Conservation and Wildlife Biology 90Conservation and Wildlife Biology (BSc) 90Honours in Conservation and Wildlife Biology (BSc(Hons)) 91

Criminology 91Criminology (BCrim) 91Honours in Criminology (BCrim(Hons)) 92

Cyber Forensics, Information Security and Management 93Cyber Forensics, Information Security and Management(BSc) 93

Digital Marketing and Media 94Digital Marketing and Media (BDMM) 94Honours in Digital Marketing and Media (BDMM(Hons)) 95

Early Childhood Education 95Education (Early Childhood 0-8) 95

Economics 96Economics (BEcon) 96Honours in Economics (BEcon(Hons)) 98

Education 98Education (BEd) [Early Childhood and Primary Teaching](Four Years) 98Education (BEd) [Primary Teaching] (Four Years) 100Education (BEd) [Primary, 1-10 Health and PhysicalEducation] 103Education (BEd) [Secondary Teaching] (Four Years) 106Education (Graduate) (BEd) [Primary Teaching] (Two Years) 108Education (Graduate) (BEd) [Secondary Teaching] (TwoYears) 110

Education + Australian Indigenous Studies 112Education (BEd) [Primary Teaching] (Four Years) +Australian Indigenous Studies (BA) 112

Education + Sports Science 115Education (BEd) [Secondary Teaching] + Sports Science(BSportsSc) 115

Engineering 117Electrical Power Engineering (BE) 117Engineering (BE) + Commerce (BCom) 118Engineering (BE) + Science (BSc) 119Environmental Engineering (BE) 120Industrial Computer Systems Engineering (BE) 122Instrumentation and Control Engineering (BE) 123Medical Engineering (BE) 124Renewable Energy Engineering (BE) 125

Engineering Technology 127Engineering Technology (BTech) 127

English and Creative Writing 128English and Creative Writing (BA) 128Honours in English and Creative Writing (BA(Hons)) 129

Entrepreneurship and Innovation 130Entrepreneurship and Innovation (BCom) 130Honours in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (BCom(Hons)) 131

Environmental Management 131Environmental Management (BEnvMan) 131Honours in Environmental Management (BEnvMan(Hons)) 132

Environmental Science 133Environmental Science (BEnvSc, BSc) 133Honours in Environmental Science (BSc(Hons)) 134

Exercise Physiology 135Exercise Physiology (BSc) 135Honours in Exercise Physiology (BSc(Hons)) 136

Extractive Metallurgy 136Extractive Metallurgy (BExtMet) 136

Finance 138Finance (BCom) 138Honours in Finance (BCom(Hons)) 139

Forensic Biology 139Forensic Biology and Toxicology (BForensics) 139Forensic Biology and Toxicology (BForensics) + MolecularBiology (BSc) + Biomedical Science (BSc) 141Honours in Forensic Biology and Toxicology(BForensics(Hons)) 142

Games Art and Design 142Games Art and Design (BDMedia) 142Honours in Games Art and Design (BDMedia(Hons)) 143

Games Software Design and Production 144Games Software Design and Production (BSc) 144Honours in Games Software Design and Production(BSc(Hons)) 145

Games Technology 145Games Technology (BSc) 145Honours in Games Technology (BSc(Hons)) 146

General Arts 146General Arts (BA) 146

History 147History (BA) 147Honours in History (BA(Hons)) 148

Hospitality and Tourism Management 149Hospitality and Tourism Management (BCom) 149Honours in Hospitality and Tourism Management(BCom(Hons)) 150

Human Resource Management 150Human Resource Management (BCom) 150Honours in Human Resource Management (BCom(Hons)) 151

Information Technology Management 152Information Technology Management (BITMan) 152

Interactive Digital Design 153Interactive Digital Design (BDMedia) 153

Honours in Interactive Digital Design (BDMedia(Hons)) 154International Aid and Development 154

International Aid and Development (BA) 154International Business 155

International Business (BCom) 155Internet Software Development 157

Internet Software Development (BSc) 157Honours in Internet Software Development (BSc(Hons)) 158

Internetworking and Network Security 158Internetworking and Security (BSc) 158Honours in Internetworking and Security (BSc(Hons)) 159

Journalism 159Journalism (BCommun) 159Honours in Journalism (BCommun(Hons)) 160

Law 161Common Law (BCL) 161Juris Doctor (JD) 162Law (Four-Year Degree) (LLB) 164Law (LLB) + Other Bachelor Degree 166

Legal Studies 169Legal Studies (BLS) 169Honours in Legal Studies (BLS(Hons)) 170

Management 171Management (BCom) 171Honours in Management (BCom(Hons)) 172

Marine Science 172Marine Science (BSc, BMarineSc) 172Honours in Marine Science (BSc(Hons)) 174

Marketing 175Marketing (BCom) 175Honours in Marketing (BCom(Hons)) 176

Mathematics and Statistics 176Mathematics and Statistics (BSc) 176Honours in Mathematics and Statistics (BSc(Hons)) 178

Media 178Mineral Science 178

Mineral Science (BSc) 178Honours in Mineral Science (BSc(Hons)) 180

Miscellaneous 180Double Degree Five Year 180Double Degree Four Year 181

Molecular Biology 181Molecular Biology (BSc) 181Honours in Molecular Biology (BSc(Hons)) 182

Nursing 183Nursing (BNurs) 183Honours in Nursing (BNurs(Hons)) 184

Philosophy 184Philosophy (BA) 184Honours in Philosophy (BA(Hons)) 185

Physics and Nanotechnology 186Physics and Nanotechnology (BSc) 186Honours in Physics and Nanotechnology (BSc(Hons)) 188

Politics and International Studies 188Politics and International Studies (BA) 188Honours in Politics and International Studies (BA(Hons)) 189

Psychology 190Psychology (BPsych, BA) 190Honours in Psychology (BA(Hons)) 192Honours in Psychology (BPsych(Hons)) 192

Public Relations 194Public Relations (BCommun) 194

Honours in Public Relations (BCommun(Hons)) 195Radio 195

Radio (BMedia) 195Screen Production 196

Screen Production (BMedia) 196Honours in Screen Production (BMedia(Hons)) 197

Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism 198Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies (BA) 198Honours in Security, Terrorism and CounterterrorismStudies (BA(Hons)) 199

Sociology 199Sociology (BA) 199Honours in Sociology (BA(Hons)) 200

Sound 201Sound (BMedia) 201Honours in Sound (BMedia(Hons)) 201

Sports Science 202Sports Science (BSportsSc) 202Honours in Sports Science (BSportsSc(Hons)) 203

Sustainability 203Sustainability (BBus) 203Sustainability (BSust) 205Sustainability Science (BSc) 206Sustainable Development (BA) 207Honours in Sustainability Science (BSc(Hons)) 208Honours in Sustainable Development (BA(Hons)) 208

Sustainable Energy Management 209Sustainable Energy Management (BSc) 209Honours in Sustainable Energy Management (BSc(Hons)) 210

Theatre and Drama Studies 210Theatre and Drama (BA) 210Honours in Theatre and Drama (BA(Hons)) 211

Theology 212Theology (BA) 212Theology (BTheol) 213Honours in Theology (BA(Hons)) 215

Tourism 215Tourism and Events Management (BA) 215Honours in Tourism (BTour(Hons)) 216

Veterinary Science 217Veterinary Science (BVMS, BSc) 217Honours in Veterinary Biology (BSc(Hons)) 219

Web Communication 219Web Communication (BDMedia) 219

Minors 222Minors: List 222Minors: Details 224Accounting 224Animal Biology 224Anthropology 224Applied Events Management 225

Applied Events 225Applied Statistics 225Asian Languages 225Asian Studies 226Australian Indigenous Studies 226Biomedical Science 227Business Economics 227Business Law 227Community Development 228Conservation Biology 228Creative Writing 228

Criminology 228Cyber Forensics 229Developmental Psychology 229Ecosystem Management 229Education 229

Education Studies 229Energy Studies 230Environmental Issues 230Ethics 230Events 231Fisheries Science 231Forensic Biology 231Gender Studies 232Health Psychology 232Human Anatomy 232Human Resource Management 233Inclusive Education 233Indigenous Sustainability 233Infection and Immunity 234Issues in Global Development 234Journalism 234Legal Studies 235Literature 235Management 235Marine Biology 236Marketing 236Mass Communication 236Mathematical Modelling 237Media Studies 237Modern Social History 237Molecular Biology 238Nutritional Biochemistry 238Organic Chemistry 239Organisational Psychology 239Philosophy 239Photography 240Physics and Nanotechnology 240

Physics 240Politics 241Pollution Science 241Public Policy and Management 241Public Relations 241Radio 242Science Communication 242Screen Production 242Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism 243Social Psychology 243Sociology 243Software Development 243Sound 244Sustainable Development 244Theatre and Drama Studies 244Tourism 244

Graduate and Postgraduate Courses 246Postgraduate Coursework Degrees and ProfessionalDoctorates: List 246Postgraduate Research Degrees: List 251Graduate and Postgraduate Courses: Details 253Accounting 253

Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting 253Master of Professional Accounting 253

Asian Languages 254

Graduate Certificate in Asian Languages 254Asian Studies 254

Postgraduate Certificate in Asian Studies 254Postgraduate Diploma in Asian Studies 255Master of Arts in Asian Studies 256

Business Administration 258Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration 258Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration(MasterClass) 258Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration 259Master of Business Administration (MBA) 259Master of Business by Research 261MBA in International Business (MBAIntBus) 261Doctor of Business Administration 263

Chinese Law 263Postgraduate Certificate in Chinese Law 263

Communication and Media Studies 264Master of Arts in Communication Management 264

Community Development 265Postgraduate Certificate in Community Development 265Postgraduate Diploma in Community Development 265Master of Arts in Community Development 266

Counselling 266Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling 266Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling 267Master of Counselling 268

Development Studies 268Graduate Certificate in Development Studies 268Master of Development Studies 269

Dispute Resolution 270Graduate Certificate in Dispute Resolution 270

Drama Teaching 271Graduate Certificate in Drama Teaching 271

Early Childhood Education 271Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education 271Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care 272Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care 272

Education 273Graduate Certificate in Education Studies 273Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Specialisations) 273Postgraduate Certificate in International Education inSchools 275Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary) 276Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) 278Graduate Diploma in Education Studies 281Master of Education (Coursework) 285Master of Education (Research) 287Doctor of Education 288

Employment Relations 289Postgraduate Certificate in Employee RelationsManagement 289Postgraduate Diploma in Employee Relations Management 290

Energy and the Environment 290Postgraduate Diploma in Energy and the Environment 290

Energy Studies 292Postgraduate Certificate in Energy Studies 292Postgraduate Diploma in Energy Studies 293Master of Science in Renewable Energy 293

Engineering 295Master of Engineering 295

Environmental Assessment and Management 295Postgraduate Certificate in Environmental Assessment andManagement 295

Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Assessment andManagement 296

Environmental Science 297Master of Science in Environmental Science 297

Extractive Metallurgy 298Graduate Diploma in Extractive Metallurgy 298

Gifted and Talented Education 299Postgraduate Certificate in Gifted and Talented Education 299

Health 299Postgraduate Certificate in Health Management, Qualityand Leadership 299Postgraduate Diploma in Health Management, Quality andLeadership 300Master of Health Management, Quality and Leadership 301

Human Resource Management 302Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resource Management 302Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management 303Master of Human Resource Management 303Doctor of Human Resource Management 304

Inclusive Education 305Graduate Certificate in Inclusive Education 305

Information Technology 306Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology 306Graduate Diploma in Information Technology 307Postgraduate Diploma in Information TechnologyManagement 307Postgraduate Diploma in Internetworking and Security 308Master of Network Management and Security 308Master of Science in Information Technology 309Doctor of Information Technology 311

International Affairs 312Master of International Affairs 312

Journalism 313Postgraduate Certificate in Journalism 313Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism 314

Law 315Postgraduate Certificate in Construction Law 315Master of Laws by Research 315

Local Governance 315Master of Arts in Local Governance 315

Mathematics Teaching 316Graduate Certificate in Mathematics Teaching 316

Media Production 317Postgraduate Certificate in Media Production 317Postgraduate Diploma in Media Production 317

Midwifery 318Master of Midwifery (Specialisation) 318

Migration Law 318Graduate Certificate in Australian Migration Law andPractice 318

Neuromusculoskeletal Rehabilitation 319Postgraduate Certificate in NeuromusculoskeletalRehabilitation 319Postgraduate Diploma in NeuromusculoskeletalRehabilitation 320

Nursing 320Postgraduate Certificate in Community NeurologicalNursing 320Master of Advanced Nursing 321

Organisational Human Resources and Safety 321Postgraduate Certificate in Organisational Human Resourcesand Safety 321

Personal Program 322Master by Personal Program 322

Philosophy 323Graduate Certificate in Philosophy 323

Plant Biosecurity 323Graduate Certificate in Plant Biosecurity 323Graduate Diploma in Plant Biosecurity 324Master of Plant Biosecurity 325

Psychology 325Postgraduate Diploma in Consultancy Psychology 325Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology 326Master of Applied Psychology + Doctor of Philosophy 327Master of Applied Psychology in Clinical Psychology 328Master of Applied Psychology in Organisational Psychology 329Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology 330Doctor of Psychology in Organisational Psychology 331

Public Policy and Management 332Graduate Certificate in Public Policy and Management 332Master of Public Policy and Management 333

Public Relations 334Postgraduate Certificate in Public Relations 334Postgraduate Diploma in Public Relations 335

Research Degrees--General 335Master of Philosophy 335Research Masters (with Training) 336Doctor of Philosophy 337

Science Teaching 338Graduate Certificate in Science Teaching 338

Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism 338Postgraduate Certificate in Security Studies 338

Sports Science 339Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Chiropractic 339Master of Clinical Sciences 339Master of Sports Science 340

Sustainability 340Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainability 340Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainability 341Master of Arts in Asian Sustainable Development 343Master of Arts in Education for Sustainability 344Master of Arts in Sustainability 345Master of Arts in Sustainable Urban and Regional Planning 346

Tertiary and Adult Education 346Graduate Certificate in Tertiary and Adult Education 346Graduate Diploma in Education (Tertiary and Adult) 347

Theology 347Master of Ministry 347

Veterinary Science 348Postgraduate Certificate in Veterinary Studies inConservation Medicine 348Postgraduate Certificate in Veterinary Studies in SmallAnimal Practice 349Postgraduate Certificate in Veterinary Studies in SmallAnimal Practice (International) 349Master of Veterinary Studies in Conservation Medicine 350Master of Veterinary Studies in Small Animal Practice 351Master of Veterinary Studies in Veterinary Surveillance 351Doctor of Veterinary Medical Science 352

Units 353Teaching Periods 353Units: List 354Units: Details 393

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About the University

WELCOME TO MURDOCH UNIVERSITY

Murdoch University is a research-led university with a reputation forworld class research in select areas of knowledge. Our researchersengage with significant social and scientific challenges of our timethat include: climate change, food security and production,infectious diseases, mental health, politics and governance.Additionally, we have a reputation for excellence in teachingfuelled by our enthusiasm for research and the dissemination ofnew knowledge for the benefit of our communities both locally andabroad.

Named after prominent Australian academic and essayist Sir WalterMurdoch, we began operations as the state's second university in1973, and accepted our first students in 1975.

Murdoch University prides itself on being a University whose19,000 students and 1500 staff are free thinkers, with a strongdesire to discover, to reach their full potential and to use theirimagination to make a difference.

Members of the Murdoch University community strive to make agenuine, positive difference to the world around us. This desiredrives our research, our teaching and our community engagement.It is the impetus that excites and motivates our students to becomedreamers, discoverers and doers, that elicits high quality teachingand that spurs our researchers to achieve at the cutting edge oftheir fields.

The University offers both undergraduate and postgraduate courseswith offshore partner institutions in Singapore, Malaysia and Dubaiwith over 5000 students enrolled in transnational course offerings.

OUR LOCATIONS

Located just 14 minutes by train from the centre of the WesternAustralian state capital of Perth, and eight kilometres east of theport city of Fremantle, the Murdoch University South Street campusis the largest university campus in Australia and the peacefulbushland setting makes it one of the most beautiful. The other twoWestern Australian campuses are located in the Cities ofRockingham and Mandurah. Address details, phone numbers andmaps are available for the three campuses.

Murdoch University also has International Study Centres inSingapore, Malaysia and Dubai.

OUR SCHOOLS

Within our Schools, our students are currently enrolled in morethan 200 undergraduate and postgraduate programs includingveterinary science, law, teaching, psychology, business, sportsscience, environmental and energy sciences, molecular biology,engineering, computer science, nursing, english and creative arts,communication and media.

Murdoch University takes a flexible approach to learning, providingscholarships and a number of admission pathways, plus a range ofinternal and external study options to help our students fit studyaround their work and lifestyle commitments. The adaptableundergraduate degree structure means students can broaden theirqualifications and their choice of careers by taking a double or eventriple major.

Murdoch also embraces diversity — we are a university where over2000 overseas students from 90 countries have chosen to furthertheir education.

OUR PURPOSE AND INTENT

Murdoch University will continue to be a comprehensiveresearch-focused university, with high levels of scholarshipinforming quality teaching. Through demonstration of leadership ininnovation and excellence, Murdoch will develop its students to betheir best and its staff to achieve their potential, and contribute to aknowledge society where Australia's economic and cultural vitalityare central. Achievement of this intent will be sustained by:

Ensuring students can study flexible courses by flexible means ina supportive and engaging learning environment

Developing graduates with skills and attributes which willenable them to participate successfully and effectively in society

Focusing research endeavour into strategic research themes thatprovide for future strength and emphasis

Enhancing Murdoch's culture of innovation

Continuing to build the quality and reputation of the University

OUR VALUES

Murdoch's values are an intrinsic part of the University culture.These values give a sense of identity and a continuing context forall its activities:

Equity and Social JusticeSustainabilityGlobal ResponsibilityInnovation and Entrepreneurship.

GOVERNANCE

The governing body of the University is the Senate. The Senate ispredominantly a lay body with a total membership of 19, and ischaired by the Chancellor. The role of the Senate is to oversee thedevelopment and adoption of strategic initiatives, plans and keypolicies, and to monitor and review Murdoch's overallperformance.

The Vice Chancellor is the chief executive officer and academicprincipal, and is responsible to the Senate for the University'smanagement.

Academic Council is the senior academic body of the University. Itdetermines academic policy, decides which courses of study will beoffered, awards degrees and other qualifications, awards theUniversity Medals, and institutes five-yearly reviews of teaching andresearch within each School. Membership of the Council is drawnwidely from across the University, and includes electedrepresentatives of academic and general staff, and students.

The Murdoch University Act provides for the Guild of Studentswhich is 'an organised association for the furthering of the commoninterests of its members and shall be a recognised means ofcommunicating between its members and the Senate'.

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The University is organised into eight Schools:

ArtsEducationEngineering and Information TechnologyHealth ProfessionsLawManagement and GovernancePsychology and Exercise ScienceVeterinary and Life Sciences

Each School has a Dean who is responsible to the Vice Chancellor,through the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic), for the academicand managerial leadership of the School.

A School Committee is responsible for advising the Dean on areasincluding the School's strategic plans and directions, new academicofferings, teaching and research resources and School policies. TheCommittee is comprised of the Dean, the Chair of the School'sLearning and Teaching Committee, plus other members in anadvisory role and members as occasionally co-opted.

A number of administrative offices support the Schools, including:

Academic Registrar's OfficeCampus and Facilities Management OfficeCommercial Services OfficeDevelopment and Communications OfficeFinance OfficeHuman Resources OfficeLibrary and Information Services OfficeResearch and Development OfficeUniversity Registrar's Office

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Officers of the University

Visitor

His Excellency the Governor of Western Australia

Chancellor

Terry C. Budge, BEcon Monash, FAICD, SF Fin, FAIM

Deputy Chancellor

Eva Skira, BA(Hons) NSW, MBA Geneva, SF Fin, FAICD, FAIM

Vice Chancellor

Professor Richard Higgott, BA, MSc Lond., PhD Birm., FRSA, AcSS

Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic)

Professor Ann Capling, BA York (Can.), MA Calg., PhD Tor.

Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research)

Professor David Morrison, MA Sheff., PhD Wales

Deputy Vice Chancellor (Professional Services)

Mr Jon Baldwin, BA(Hons) C.Lancs., MBA Open(UK), Hon DLittUMIST

President, Academic Council

Associate Professor David Holloway, BCom W.Aust., MBA W.Aust.,PhD Murd.

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Support Services

ABORIGINAL STUDENT SUPPORT

Kulbardi Aboriginal Centre

'Kulbardi: Wings to Fly'

Yorl koorliny Kulbardi mia mia. Nidja noonookurt nyinniny kadadjinnykowee wallak.

Translated from the Noongar language, this means "Come here tothe Kulbardi Aboriginal Centre. This is where you sit, learn, laughand share". These words are symbolically associated with theKulbardi Aboriginal Centre and are intrinsic to its history.

Established in 1988, the Aboriginal Education Unit transformed tothe Kulbardi Aboriginal Centre in 1996, having been renamed bythe late Munyari (Elder Ralph Winmar), who gave his respectedcounsel for the name that means magpie in the Noongar language.

Kulbardi is located on the grounds of Murdoch University's SouthStreet campus, and has offices and study facilities on theRockingham and Peel campuses. Kulbardi offers more than juststudent support and courses of study, it offers:

Friendship and cultural strength in a safe, supportive andfriendly environment for students;

Scholarly leadership in Australian Indigenous studies; and

Cultural leadership for the University.

One of Kulbardi's main objectives is to encourage increasedparticipation in tertiary education by Indigenous students. Kulbardiprovides educational pathways into both pre-tertiary andundergraduate studies. Kulbardi is one of two non-academicorganisational units (AOU) in the University to offer courses of studyto students. In 2009, the Bachelor of Arts in Australian IndigenousStudies (AIS) was relocated to Kulbardi. This has expandedKulbardi's range of academic offerings and its student and staffprofiles.

Kulbardi's objectives are strongly supported by the physical facilitiesand staff of Kulbardi that encourage student interaction,camaraderie and cultural support — all critical elements to facilitatetertiary study aspirations of students.

Kulbardi now proudly caters for the needs of Indigenous andnon-Indigenous students enrolled in its range of courses.

Tutorial Assistance (ITAS)

ITAS is a tutorial assistance program funded by the Department ofEmployment, Education and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) underthe National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Policy(AEP).

Tutorial assistance is available to all Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander students who are enrolled, or are about to enrol in aformal education or training program and are assessed as beinglikely to benefit from tuition in terms of increased participation andimproved educational outcomes.

For further information or to apply for ITAS support please contactKulbardi.

Student Body (MAISA) and GuildRepresentation

All Indigenous students at Murdoch are represented by theMurdoch Aboriginal and Islander Student Association (MAISA),which is responsible for Indigenous student rights and facilitatingregular social functions. An elected member of MAISA alsorepresents the Indigenous student population on campus via theMurdoch Guild.

Indigenous Commonwealth Scholarships

The Indigenous Commonwealth Scholarship program is anAustralian Federal Government initiative that aims to provideassistance to Indigenous Australians who would like to access highereducation, particularly those who need to relocate from rural andremote areas to access an approved higher educationundergraduate or enabling course. There are several types ofIndigenous Commonwealth Scholarship available with differenteligibility criteria. For further information see:

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/ScholarshipsCommonwealth

Study

Admission into courses run through the Kulbardi Centre is availablevia two methods:

Direct entry: applicants gain entry through completing WACE andgaining an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) (schoolleavers), or sitting the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)(mature-age applicants), or providing evidence of previous tertiarystudy.

Alternative entry: in addition to the ATAR and mature-aged entrythe Kulbardi Aboriginal Centre encourages Indigenous people whomay not have had an opportunity to complete formal schooling toapply for admission into tertiary study. At Kulbardi, alternativeentry pathways are provided that do not necessarily take intoaccount your educational background.

The K-Track course is designed for Indigenous people who areinterested in university study but cannot meet the entryrequirements. Successful completion of K-Track provides studentswith entry into the OnTrack enabling program at Murdoch; aftercompletion of OnTrack students can apply for entry into a range ofundergraduate courses offered by the University. For furtherinformation see the University Access Courses section of thisHandbook.

Australian Indigenous Studies (AIS) is a dynamic and exciting fieldof enquiry. This course explores a range of contemporary issuesaffecting Australian Indigenous peoples' life experiences andaspirations. It provides students with opportunities to engage withthe resilient nature of Australian Indigenous cultures andcontemporary forms of Indigenous cultural expression, includingsong, dance, story, art, film and theatre. A range ofinterdisciplinary conceptual tools is utilised, including critical racetheory and emerging Indigenous critical theory, to further theproject of decolonising knowledges on and about Indigenouspeoples. Students also examine personal and national identity, andthe relationship between these and Aboriginality.

The Kulbardi Aboriginal Centre routinely offers a unique unit thatcelebrates Noongar culture, community, and people. The only oneof its kind in Western Australia, Bullargar Katitjin — Learning

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Together provides an opportunity for students to experience'cultural immersion'. This unit attracts international students toMurdoch University for the opportunity to experience andunderstand the place and culture of the oldest people andtraditional owners of the South West of Western Australia — theNoongar people. Students meet with Noongar elders andcommunity members through places of significance to the Noongarpeople.

Contact

Advice about applying for alternative entry can be provided by theKulbardi Student Support Coordinator.

Telephone (08) 9360 2128/6591kulbardi@murdoch.edu.auhttp://goto.murdoch.edu.au/Kulbardi

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Graduates of Murdoch University are automatically part of ourgrowing worldwide alumni family. The Office of Alumni Relationsstays in contact with over 50,700 graduates through our monthlyE-Newsletter and a biannual print magazine, InTouch. We host andsponsor alumni events, including family fun days, networkingevenings, career seminars, reunions and public lectures that areheld locally and internationally over the year. Our MurdochUniversity Distinguished Alumni Awards recognise outstandingprofessional, community service and personal achievements byMurdoch University alumni.

Many Murdoch services can continue to be used followinggraduation, including career and employment assistance, freecampus parking, continued membership of the University Libraryand discounts at the University Bookshop and the Sports andRecreation Centre. One of the most important things for alumni todo is to provide any new email and mailing address to the AlumniRelations Office as all our communications and event invitationsrely upon accurate and up-to-date contact details.

Many Murdoch alumni find it rewarding to donate their time andexpertise to help current students. The Murdoch e-MentoringNetwork Linkedin group is an on-line group exclusive to currentMurdoch students and alumni of Murdoch University that helps tomake the change from study to the workplace easier. Go to thee-MentoringNetwork page to join both open group discussions aswell as one-to-one Linkedin messages with an alumni e-Mentor.

To discover how you can link into the Murdoch global network andenjoy continuing involvement with your university alumni, go tothe Alumni Relations Office at:

http://www.murdoch.edu.au/Alumni/

BOOKSHOP

The Bookshop caters for students, staff and the general community.

The South Street campus Bookshop is located to the north of theRefectory building on the northern side of campus, and is accessiblefrom South Street (park in car park 3 or 4). Business hours are8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Telephone (08) 9360 2540Facsimile (08) 9310 7365

The Rockingham campus Bookshop is located on Level 1 of theAdministration/Common Teaching Building at the beginning ofeach semester: see the Bookshop web site for details.

Telephone (08) 9360 7048Facsimile (08) 9360 7096

Peel campus text books are sold from the administration andinformation reception at Peel campus at the beginning of eachsemester: see the Bookshop web site for details.

bookshop@murdoch.edu.auhttp://goto.murdoch.edu.au/Bookshop

CAREERS AND EMPLOYMENT

The Careers and Employment Centre assists Murdoch students andalumni to take an active role in their own career development.Located on Bush Court in the Refectory Building, the Careers andEmployment Centre's resource library contains a variety ofresources for researching potential employment markets as well asinformation on interview preparation, work experience, graduateand vacation employment and how to write and prepare resumesand selection criteria. Professional Career Advisors are also availableto help students and alumni with all career andemployment-related queries, as well as presenting a number ofjob-preparation workshops throughout the year.

The Careers and Employment Centre manages a web-basedprogram CareerConnect. All Murdoch University students andalumni are encouraged to register with CareerConnect to accessup-to-date information on job vacancies, application resources andemployment-related events, including an e-mentoring programwhere students can connect with Murdoch Alumni.

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/CareerConnect

CHAPLAINCY

The University provides a Chaplaincy service to both students andstaff with guidance and counselling of a spiritual or personal naturebeing available.

For current contact details, location and worship times, visit:

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/Chaplaincy-0

CHILD CARE

The South Street campus has a high quality child care centre that isused by students, staff and community members. The centreprovides care for 48 children, aged six months to five years. Thecentre is a not-for-profit, community-based service run by a parentmanagement committee. The professional team at MurdochUniversity Child Care Centre provide play experiences which expressthe Australian Early Years Learning Framework.

Due to the quality and popularity of the service there is a waitinglist in some age groups. Places are available on a full-time orpart-time basis from January to December each year. Bookings areessential.

Telephone (08) 9360 2610

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http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/ChildCareCentre

COUNSELLING

The University offers a free confidential counselling service to allstudents enrolled internally at the University. Experienced,professional counsellors are available to assist with personal,relationship and study-related problems.

Students bring a variety of problems to counselling. These varyfrom stress and mood concerns to personal issues like homesickness,shyness, and relationship and family issues. Alcohol and substanceuse can present challenges for students and help is availablethrough the Counselling Service. Support is also provided inassociation with the Student Learning Centre.

The Counselling Service provides help in one to one settings andalso in safe and friendly group workshops. These group workshopsusually involve providing help with common issues such asdepression and stress. The Counselling Service is also involved inhealth promotions such as national mental health week, stress-lessday, and nicotine and alcohol-use awareness.

Students can access the Counselling Service for the first timewithout an appointment simply by walking into the Health andCounselling Centre on the South Street campus any weekdaymorning between 9.15am and 11.00am. After completing somepaperwork and a wait time, a counsellor can be seen for a briefsession. A follow-on appointment is made if needed. The Healthand Counselling Centre is located in south-west corner of BushCourt on the South Street campus, easily identifiable by its sky bluesurrounds. The South Street campus service is open to Rockinghamand Peel students. For students of Rockingham and Peel campuses,a Counsellor attends each campus for one day a week.Confidentiality is assured.

Telephone (08) 9360 2293http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/CounsellingServices

EQUITY

Equal Opportunity and Social Justice

Murdoch University is committed to equal opportunity and socialjustice principles, policy and practice through embedding socialjustice into academic business, maintaining an environment freefrom discrimination and supporting the diverse needs of studentsand staff.

Murdoch provides a range of services to ensure a welcomingenvironment that supports equality of opportunity in access forprospective students and in the support services provided tostudents.

The Equal Opportunity and Social Justice area advises the Universityof its responsibilities and strategic considerations in relation toequal opportunity and social justice and supports the integration ofthese into the academic learning environment. Students and staffrequiring information on the University's equal opportunity andsocial justice initiatives, resources and customised diversity andintercultural awareness training should contact the Manager forGender Equity, Diversity and Social Justice on:

Telephone (08) 9360 2639

or visit the Equal Opportunity and Social Justice web site:

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/EOSJ

Discrimination

The learning environment supports cultural diversity by providingservices responsive to individual needs.

Murdoch rejects inappropriate distinctions on the grounds of race(colour, ethnicity, national origin, nationality or descent), sex,pregnancy, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender history,family responsibility, family status, political conviction, religiousbelief, disability or medical condition. The elimination of all formsof direct and indirect discrimination is fully endorsed by the Senate,the Vice Chancellor, and all members of University management.Sexual harassment and racial harassment are prohibited in allaspects of University life.

Students and staff requiring information on the University's equalopportunity policies, procedures for handling equity complaints orother policies pertaining to harassment and discrimination shouldvisit the Human Resources Office web site:

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/EqualOpportunityTelephone (08) 9360 7230

If you experience discrimination or harassment, trained staff whocan advise you are listed on the Human Resources Office web siteabove.

Students can also contact Equity and Social Inclusion staff:

Telephone (08) 9360 6084

Students who have other grievances or appeals should visit theStudent Complaints web site:

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/StudentComplaints

Students and staff with disabilities

The University welcomes applications from people with a disabilityor medical condition and is committed to increasing and enhancingopportunities for access to higher education and graduateemployment.

Students can access information and support by contacting theEquity and Social Inclusion Office on:

Telephone (08) 9360 6084equity@murdoch.edu.au

Services and facilities available at the University include accessibleparking bays, library assistance, alternative examination and testarrangements, access to specialised study equipment, assistivetechnology, lecture notes and liaising with staff. Furtherinformation about the disability support program is available indifferent formats on request.

Enquiries concerning employment or support for staff withdisabilities should be directed to the Human Resources Office:

Telephone (08) 9360 2430hr_recep@murdoch.edu.au

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Equity and Social Inclusion

Murdoch University supports a number of programs that ensureaccess to tertiary study and support for people from educationallydisadvantaged backgrounds.

For information on the two school access programs Tertiary OptionsProject and Access Southwest, contact Equity and Social Inclusionon

equity@murdoch.edu.auhttp://goto.murdoch.edu.au/AdmissionPathwaysTelephone 1300 MURDOCH (1300 6873624)http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/AskMurdoch

Equity and Social Inclusion staff offer social support andinformation to equity entry students, with particular emphasis ontheir transition into the tertiary environment. A sessional service isprovided to students at the University's Peel and Rockinghamcampuses.

The Equity and Social Inclusion Office also encourages therecognition of and support for students from all diversebackgrounds to ensure a positive engagement with university life.

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/EquitySocialInclusionSouth Street campus: Economics, Commerce and Law Building,Room ECL1.015; easy access parking (ACROD) is at the top ofCar Park 7b:http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/EquityLocationPeel and Rockingham campuses: telephone (08) 9360 6084 forappointments

GUILD OF STUDENTS

Murdoch Guild is the student representative association for allstudents of Murdoch University and the recognised channel ofcommunication between the student community and the University.

Students automatically become Basic Guild members unless theyspecifically opt out of membership; this enables them to berepresented by the Guild. Students also have the choice ofpartnering with the Guild and becoming Financial members; thisentitles them to the full range of the Guild's support services,programs and discounts.

The Guild is run for students by students and relies on the creativityand energy of students, to work well, respond to real needs andachieve great things. Students can get involved in the Guild inmany different ways: by attending any Guild event, joining a Clubor Collective, getting involved in a campaign or nominating for aposition on the Guild Council.

The Guild represents its members both within the University as wellas to external bodies such as government. Within the University,Guild representatives sit on University Boards and Committees toadvocate for and express the concerns of the student body. TheGuild provides assistance for students in disputes such as appealsagainst unit grades or cases of sexual or racial discrimination, andrepresents student views and opinions to government departmentson issues such as Youth Allowance, Austudy and other Centrelinkpayments.

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/Guild

Murdoch Guild Services

Murdoch Guild provides services to students to assist with just abouteverything at Murdoch, and runs facilities that offer choice,discounts, and fun to Guild members! This includes Student Diary,Metior magazine, the Guild Shop, Student Common Space, theSecond Hand Book Exchange, Tutoring program, the Sports andRecreation Centre, scholarships and book subsidies, Murdoch GuildTavern, Sir Walter's Café, Café Kadjininy, Secondhand ComputerProgram and many events and activities throughout semester.

HEALTH SERVICE

The University is committed to supporting students to live healthylives. At the South Street campus, the University nurses provide afree health service to students. There is also emergency attentionfor staff and visitors.

Visiting medical doctors attend at the Health and CounsellingCentre on weekdays and may be seen by appointment. Studentswho have a Medicare card can access one of the sessional medicaldoctors on a bulk-billed basis. International students are able toreceive a rebate from their private healthcare provider.

During semester breaks staff may seek one-off appointments to seeone of the visiting doctors on a 'fee for service' basis. These visitingdoctors are not able to function as a staff member's generalpractitioner.

The Health and Counselling Service coordinates a number of healthawareness and improvement programs including quit-smoking,healthy-eating, vaccination and mental health awareness. First aidassistance is provided by trained first-aiders, and is available on allof the University's campuses. At Peel and Rockingham campuses,information on local doctors' clinics in the vicinity of each campus isavailable at Student Services offices.

Telephone (08) 9360 2293http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/HealthServices

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AT MURDOCH

The IT Service Desk provides a walk-in IT Service Counter, locatedon Level 2 of the Library Learning Common at the South Streetcampus. The IT Service Counter provides assistance to all Murdochstudents and staff.

All students and staff, including those located at other campuses,can contact the IT Service Desk as follows:

Telephone (08) 9360 2000itservicedesk@murdoch.edu.auhttp://goto.murdoch.edu.au/ITServiceDesk

The IT Services web site contains up to date information about thecurrent status of critical services and systems. Visit the web site tolearn more about problems and resolutions that may have alreadybeen reported. Use the IT Services Knowledgebase to find articleson topics such as wireless access, computer labs and access andpasswords, or login to the Online Support service.

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/KnowledgeBase

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT

Murdoch University is a Registered Provider of Education Servicesand Training as stipulated under the Commonwealth EducationServices for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 (as amended in2007) and the Western Australian State Education Service Providers(Full Fee Overseas Students) Registration (ESPRA) Act 1991. TheUniversity's Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS)Provider Code is 00125J.

Full details of the ESOS Act and the National Code of Practice canbe found at

http://www.aei.gov.au/regulatory-information/Education-Services-for-Overseas-Students-ESOS-Legislative-Framework/ESOS-Act/Pages/default.aspx

Details of the ESPRA Act, including details of the State GovernmentConciliator, can be obtained from the Student Centre.

Use of Personal Information

Information provided by students to the University may be madeavailable to Commonwealth and State agencies pursuant toobligations under the ESOS Act 2000 and the related National Codeof Practice for Registration Authorities and Providers of Educationand Training to Overseas Students 2007.

Contact Details

All international students are required to keep Murdoch Universityinformed of their current Australian residential address. This mustbe done within seven days of arrival in Australia and within sevendays of any subsequent change of address. Any changes to contactdetails should be updated via MyInfo.

Keeping the University informed of current contact details fulfils theobligation to update the Department of Immigration andCitizenship (DIAC), Condition 8533 of a Student Visa; failure to dothis is a breach of the visa conditions.

Only a student's Home address should be recorded as theResidential Address, not a Post Office Box address. Students are alsorequired to provide and maintain their emergency contact details inMyInfo. To update contact details, access MyInfo via:

https://goto.murdoch.edu.au/MyInfo

Changes to Approved Study Programs

Completing studies within the timeframe ofstudent visa

International students are obliged, under the terms of their StudentVisa, to maintain a study load that will see them complete withinthe duration specified on the visa. It is expected that a student willmaintain a full-time study load (12 credit points per semester).However, students are able to reduce their study load in certainconditions approved by staff in The Student Centre. Studentsintending to amend their study program by changing unitselections or withdrawing from units, decreasing the number ofunits being studied or changing a unit's mode of study frominternal to external must contact The Student Centre prior tomaking any changes. Information and advice will be provided thatwill ensure the integrity of the Student Visa and the study program.

Course Transfer

If an international student wishes to change their course of studythey must submit a Course Transfer form. See:

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/StudentForms

After a decision has been made, the student will be notified inwriting. Changing the course of study may have an impact uponthe student's visa, and students may be required to apply for a newvisa if the duration of study has been extended. If an internationalstudent is given permission to change their course of study theymust contact The Student Centre for advice regarding any changeto student visa requirements.

Intermission of Enrolment (deferral or suspensionof studies)

If an international student wishes to intermit their studies they cando so under Murdoch University regulations (carefully read'Intermission of Enrolment' in the Study at Murdoch section of thisHandbook). However, the Department of Immigration andCitizenship (DIAC) does not permit international students to deferfor more than six months, and then only on medical grounds. DIACalso expects deferred and intermitted students to return to theirhome country for the period of their deferral, although exceptionscan be made to this requirement in exceptional cases. Internationalstudents wishing to intermit their studies should contact TheStudent Centre for advice regarding the implications of theintermission on their student visa.

Withdrawal of Enrolment

If an international student wishes to withdraw from the University,they can do so by completing and submitting a 'Change ofEnrolment/Address' form. Before submitting the form they mustcontact The Student Centre to discuss the implications of thewithdrawal on their student visa. The form can be obtained from:

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/StudentForms

Transferring to another Educational Provider

The National Code of Practice (2007) does not allow internationalstudents to transfer educational providers within the first six monthsof their course of study. Students wishing to do so must submit arequest in writing to The Student Centre for a Letter of Release. Ifthe request is granted, a Letter of Release will be provided. If therequest is denied, students have the right to appeal in writing.

Students who have already been enrolled at the University for morethan six months need to:

1. Seek advice from The Student Centre prior to withdrawing2. Upon approval, Students need to withdraw from all units viaMyInfo3. Fill out a 'Complete Withdrawal from Course' form4. Submit the completed form to The Student Centre.

The form can be obtained from:

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/StudentForms

Academic Progress

The University is required to monitor the academic progress of eachinternational student at the end of each study period. This isundertaken as part of the Board of Examiners where all students areassessed against relevant academic progress rules. Students whohave failed to meet satisfactory course progress are notified.

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If a student is to be excluded from their course or from theUniversity, there are significant implications for the student's visa.The University is required to report the student to DIAC for failureto meet satisfactory academic performance; this may result in thestudent visa being cancelled and a three-year embargo put in place.

Students to be excluded from the University will be notified inwriting and will have 20 working days in which to lodge an appealbefore the exclusion is put into effect or a report made to DIAC.Whilst the relevant internal appeal process is undertaken theenrolment is maintained. If no appeal is submitted within 20working days or all appeals have been unsuccessful, the Universityis required to report the unsatisfactory academic progress to DIAC.

International students concerned about their academic progress orinterested in further information and advice on this monitoring andreporting process are advised to contact The Student Centre.Murdoch University also has an intervention strategy thatinternational students can access if they are failing units and wantsupport. This is recommended for all students on probation status.Under this strategy international students can discuss their studyperformance and plans with any of a number of support staff, andagree to a tailored study plan. Further details can be obtained fromThe Student Centre.

Appealing to an External Agency

International students studying at Murdoch University on a studentvisa have the right to access an external agency for appeals if theyare not satisfied that the University's internal complaint and appealprocess has been conducted fairly. The primary body is the WesternAustralia Ombudsman. The Ombudsman is independent andexternal to the University and does not charge any fee for theservice.

Normally, the Ombudsman will only consider whether theUniversity has followed its own policies and procedures andwhether the handling of a case has been fair and reasonable. TheOmbudsman does not make a new decision to replace the decisionmade by the University (for example, as to what the academic resultfor a unit should be). However, as a result of an investigation, theOmbudsman may recommend that the University reconsider thecase.

All complaints to the Ombudsman need to be made in writing, butinitial enquiries about making a complaint may be made bytelephone; ask to speak to an Enquiry Officer.

Contact details for the Ombudsman are:

Ombudsman Western AustraliaPO Box Z5386 St Georges Terrace PERTH WA 6831Telephone (08) 9220 7555, or free call 1800 117000 (outsidethe metropolitan area)Facsimile (08) 9325 1107mail@ombudsman.wa.gov.auhttp://www.ombudsman.wa.gov.au

International students can also discuss any grievance, or seekadvice, from the Western Australian Conciliator for InternationalStudents. This is also a free service provided through the WesternAustralian State Government. More information can be found at:

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/InternationalStudents

Extension of Student Visa

International students may need to extend their student visa for avariety of reasons. It is important to remember that DIAC typicallyexpects students to complete their studies within the timeframe oftheir student visa. However, extensions are possible in manycircumstances. Once a student realises that they will not be able tocomplete their studies within the time allowed on their student visa,they should contact The Student Centre to discuss the effects thismay have on their current student visa, or on the extension of theirstudent visa in the future.

LIBRARY

The Library provides students with a friendly, engaging andprofessional service to support their learning and researchobjectives, and to equip them with the skills to negotiate today'sinformation maze and engage in a lifetime of learning.

The Library supports learning and research by providing focusedcollections, training and assistance in the use of informationresources, information services, and an environment conducive towork and study. Library services are available at all three Murdochcampuses. The Peel campus is supported through the John TonkinCollege Library and Resource Centre and the University's PeelLearning Common.

Library staff are available to help students discover and utilise awide range of printed and electronic resources. Training programsare conducted throughout the year, and support materials areavailable on the Library web site and in print. Within the Libraryand Learning Common at the South Street campus, Library staffwork alongside staff from Student Learning, First Year Experience,IT Services and Murdoch Print to provide a range of services andsupport.

The Library has extended opening hours during teaching andvacation periods. Services and resources are available 24 hours aday through the Library web site, which enables students to searchthe Murdoch Library catalogue and the catalogues of otheruniversity libraries, request materials which are out on loan, checktheir borrower record, request items from other library collections,and search many useful databases and Internet sites. A chat service,Online Librarian, is available over extended hours to answerstudents' enquiries.

For students who prefer to carry out their research on campus, alarge number of computers are available in the Library. WirelessInternet access is available throughoutthe South Street campus andRockingham campus Libraries. Printing, copying and scanningfacilities are available at competitive prices at all campus libraries.The Library also provides group study facilities. The South Streetcampus Library has a number of group study room forpostgraduate students and a small number of carrels for privatestudy for postgraduate research students.

Additional services are provided for students enrolled in externalcourses who live at a distance from any campus.

A disabilities facility located in the Libraries at the South Street andRockingham campuses provides access to a range of equipment andfurniture. Designated Library staff are also available to assist withidentification and collection of resources.

The Library has reciprocal agreements with all other Australianuniversity libraries. Murdoch students and staff may join thoselibraries by presenting proof of current enrolment or employment.

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/Library

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LIBRARY LEARNING COMMON

The Murdoch University Learning Common is a uniquely-designedlearning facility that brings together key services and resources insupport of student learning. Located at the South Street campusLibrary, the Library Learning Common is spread over two levels onthe Library North Wing and Link levels 2 and 3.

The Learning Common provides over 180 computers, many ofwhich are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The computersare in various configurations including stand-up 'counter style' forquick access to check the Library catalogue, 'classroom mode' forteaching and self-study use, and 'group study mode' whichsupports those working on group projects. The Learning Common isalso a wireless hotspot; study benches and tables with power areavailable so that students can use their devices.

The Learning Common seating arrangements reflect student needs,whether for study or just for hanging out and catching up withfriends. Casual, booth and group seating are all in place, andtutorial and group study rooms can be used for project work.

The First Year Experience Office, Study Skills Plus Office, StudentLearning Centre, Murdoch Print, IT Service Counter, the LibraryReference desk, and Enquiry and Loans desks are all located withinthe Learning Common. The Learning Common experience isenhanced with refreshments available from Café Kadjininy and theadjacent Sir Walter's Café. The Veterinary Sciences Library at theSouth Street campus also has a Learning Common which is open 24hours 7 days per week for Veterinary Science students. The LibraryLearning Common at both the Rockingham Library and the Peelcampus also provide computers and a variety of study spaces andcasual seating. Student support is provided at regular times byLibrary and Student Learning staff.

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/LearningCommon

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH

Murdoch has a safety and health management system in place forthe management of Occupational Safety and Health. Integral to thisis a commitment to provide a safe working environment to allmembers of the University community as outlined in the OSH PolicyStatement.

As part of the hazard management system, a hazard and incidentreporting system is on the OSH web site.

The University is committed to ensuring that its students, staff,contractors and visitors are not exposed to tobacco smoke in itsbuildings and vehicles.

A total smoking ban is in place at Peel and Rockingham campuses.The prohibition includes but is not limited to allUniversity-controlled buildings, all open areas of each campus, allUniversity vehicles and boats, and other areas designated as nosmoking areas by signage.

The South Street campus has a partial/restricted area smoking ban.Smoking is prohibited in all University-controlled buildings, allopen areas of campus, all University vehicles and boats and in areasdesignated as no smoking areas by signage.

Professional advice, support and services are available inoccupational safety and health, OSH risk management, auditing toAustralian Standards 4801:2001 [OHSMS], Worksafe Assessmentstandards and ISO 9001:2000 Quality Standard.

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/OSH

STUDENT ACCOMMODATION

Murdoch University offers on-campus accommodation at MurdochUniversity Village. Accommodation at the Village fills quickly andthe University recommends that applications be submitted as soonas possible.

Off-campus housing is available through an Off-Campus HousingReferral Service.

Murdoch University Village

Murdoch University Village is located in lush native bushland on thewestern end of the South Street campus. The Village offers a diverserange of one- to eight-bedroom apartments for over 830 students,including a choice of modern one-, two- and five-bedroomapartments opened in 2009. All apartments are fully furnished andself catered, featuring kitchens, lounge areas, bathrooms andbedrooms (with the option of ensuite, single, double and twinshare). Residents are expected to provide their own bed linen andcrockery (these can be purchased from the Village on arrival). Arange of accessible accommodation options for students withdisabilities is also available.

Student life is an integral part of the Murdoch University Villageexperience. On-site facilities have been designed to enhance thestudent lifestyle and include a brand new swimming pool,computer laboratory, recreation room, student lounge, televisionroom, study centre and beach volleyball and basketball courts.

An extensive event program offers activities to support social,academic and personal development, from movie nights to studygroups and cooking classes. If residents need help, a friendlyResident Assistant (RA) team is available to provide support, helpstudents settle into the community and adjust to life in Australia.RAs, staff and/or security are on site 24 hours a day.

Visit the web site below for more information or to apply online.

Murdoch University VillagePO Box 1055Canning Vale WA 6970Telephone (08) 9360 2909Facsimile (08) 9360 2977info@murdochuv.com.au http://www.murdochuv.com.au

Off-Campus Housing

The Off-Campus Housing Referral Service provides assistance inmatching the needs of students to a comprehensive list of privateaccommodation, shortly after students' arrival in Perth.

Arrangements can be made for applicants to view accommodation,usually up to three properties, selected on the basis of informationthat applicants provide after their arrival. Students should ensurethey have temporary accommodation arranged if they intend tosource more permanent accommodation after arrival.

STUDENT LEARNING CENTRE

The Student Learning Centre (SLC) provides academic advice andsupport for students and staff in the areas of learning and teaching.It helps both undergraduate and postgraduate (coursework andresearch) students to acquire the language and academic skillsrequired for success at university. These include academic literacy,numeracy and study skills, which are provided in the context ofstudents' tertiary studies. Support is also provided for students

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entering university through alternative entry programs andspecialist help is available for students for whom English is a SecondLanguage (ESL).

The Student Learning Centre offers a range of general electiveunits:

Introduction to University Learning (TLC120), focuses on theculture and expectations of university, the nature of knowledge,and understanding your self as a learner. The unit is basedbroadly in the Social Sciences and Humanities;

Writing Academic English (TLC121), is designed for ESL studentsfrom all areas and explores the reading and writing strategiesand conventions that will enable you to become effectivecommunicators at university ;

Rocket Science: Academic Skills for Science Students (TLC123),balances practical and theoretical knowledge to enhancestudents' scientific report writing skills. The unit is aimed atscience students (all Physical and Life Sciences, includingPsychology;

Academic Communication and Critical Literacy (TLC220),develops and refines academic communication and literacy skillsfor success at university. This unit enables a deeperunderstanding of communicating within the Social Sciences andHumanities framework.

From University to Workplace (TLC277), provides a theoreticaland practical knowledge to enhance students' careerdevelopment and their transition to the culture of theworkplace.

In addition, the Student Learning Centre offers the OnTrackpre-university enabling program for students who have experiencededucational disruption or disadvantage.

Finding the Student Learning Centre

South Street campus: Library, North Wing, Level 4For more information, or to make an appointment, telephone(08) 9360 2142, or email slearn@murdoch.edu.au.

Rockingham campus: Library, Level 2, Room LL2.0.8 — SaraVeitch (08) 9553 7085

Peel campus: Building 101, Room 1.022 — Phil Arena(08) 9582 5530

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/StudentLearningCentre

TRANSPORT AND PARKING

Public Transport

Regular bus services connect to and from the South Street campus.The Perth–Mandurah railway line passes near the South Streetcampus on its way south from Perth city centre to Rockingham andMandurah, where bus connections are available.

Further information on public transport, including an onlinejourney planner, can be obtained from TransPerth:

http://www.transperth.wa.gov.au

Parking

Staff, students and commercial tenants wishing to park a vehicle(other than a motorcycle) on the South Street campus mustpurchase and display a University parking permit through TheStudent Centre or online from:

Staff: http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/ParkingPermitsStudents: http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/GettingYourParkingPermit

Staff working and students enrolled (50 percent or more) at Peel orRockingham campuses are entitled to a free Green parking permit.These permits can be obtained from The Student Centre at therelevant campus on production of proof of enrolment/employment.

Murdoch University Village residents, staff and visitors with avehicle are required to obtain and display a relevant permit.

Coupons valid for single-day parking are available from TheStudent Centre.

Visitors' pay-and-display parking is available at various locations atthe South Street campus for $2 per hour.

Speed detection radars are used for the safety of University patrons.

Infringements are issued for breach of University Parking andTraffic By-Laws.

ACROD and Easy Access Bay Temporary Parking

Holders of an ACROD sticker do not need to apply for a parkingpermit. Staff, students and visitors need to display a valid ACRODsticker when parking in the nominated blue Easy Access bays.

A student or staff member with a disability or medical conditionmay apply at the Equity and Social Inclusion Office for temporaryparking in an Easy Access bay. Supporting documentation isrequired.

Easy Access Bays are located in all car parks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9on South Street campus, close to buildings. They may only be usedby staff, students, commercial/tenant staff and visitors with ACRODpermits and staff and students with Murdoch Blue Temporary EasyAccess (Accessible) parking permits. These bays are not to be usedas a pick up/drop off service.

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/Parking

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Study at Murdoch: A General Guide

This is a summary description for general guidance. Furtherguidance is included in subsections below, specifically relevant tobachelor studies, honours studies, and postgraduate courseworkstudies.

It is important that students also read the legislation relevant totheir studies so that they are familiar with all of the requirements.For guidance refer to the University Regulation section of thisHandbook.

Further information on all of these topics can be obtained from TheStudent Centre.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants for admission are asked to provide evidence of theirsuitability to undertake a university education. In many cases thisevidence will be based on previous performance at secondary orpost-secondary level (for undergraduate studies). However, forthose courses into which admission is competitive, there may beadditional criteria and there may be limits on the number of placesavailable.

As requirements for admission to postgraduate-level studies canvary greatly, applicants are advised to refer to the Graduate andPostgraduate Courses section of this Handbook. The applicationprocess gives an applicant the opportunity to demonstratesuitability and to make the best possible case for admission.

All applicants need to prove their competency in English language.

More specific details on application processes can be found below.

Mid-Year Admission

Murdoch University's most significant intake of students occurs atthe beginning of each year. However, in recent years there has alsobeen a mid-year intake into some courses; these studentscommence their courses at the beginning of Semester 2.

Note that not all units are available in each semester. Mid-yearadmission may result in an extension to the recommendedminimum duration of the course, based on unit availability.

Applications for mid-year admission should be directed to TheStudent Centre.

Special Requirements

A number of courses have special requirements. For example,National Criminal History Record Check or Working with ChildrenCheck. For details of such requirements, refer to the Courses sectionof this Handbook.

Special Requirements for Admission to TeacherEducation Courses

The Western Australian Department of Education and the WesternAustralian College of Teachers (WACOT) have the right to determine'fit and proper persons' to enter and practice in schools in WesternAustralia. For the protection of students, education authorities havethe legal right to exclude people from school premises. This powerwill be exercised in cases of serious or frequent criminal conviction,and may also be exercised in cases where children are thought tobe at risk for any reason.

Therefore, all applicants offered a place in teacher educationcourses must obtain a National Criminal History Record Checkthrough the WA Department of Education's screening agency,CrimTrac. Although a criminal record does not necessarily precludean applicant from employment as a teacher, the WA Department ofEducation has advised that convictions:

of a violent or sexual nature; or

where the victim was under 18 years of age; or

for dealing in or trafficking illegal drugs

will almost certainly rule out the possibility of teaching in a school,regardless of when the offence(s) occurred.

Information about obtaining a National Criminal History RecordCheck will be sent by Murdoch University to all applicants offered aplace in the Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary or Secondary),the Bachelor of Education (Graduate) (Primary or Secondary) or theundergraduate Education courses. The University will require asuccessful applicant's mandatory check prior to the studentcommencing their first placement. There will be a cost to thestudent in obtaining the mandatory checks.

In particular, full-time Graduate Diploma or Bachelor of Education(Graduate) students should note that their placement in a schooloccurs early in February, and so they should apply for their Checkimmediately on receipt of an offer from the University. Applicantswho wish to obtain an application form in advance of being madean offer may do so by contacting the University, the WADepartment of Education or the Tertiary Institutions Service Centre.

Applicants should note that if they apply for a check and do in facthave a conviction relating to offences such as those above, the WADepartment of Education will place this information on a databaseand make it available to other authorities.

For further details about this requirement, on a confidential basis,applicants can contact the WA Department of Education:

Telephone (08) 9264 4391

As well as a criminal record check, everyone applying to teach musthave a Working with Children Check as part of the legislativerequirements of the Working with Children (Criminal RecordChecking) Act 2004. Application forms can be obtained from WAPost Offices the School of Education School Experience Office(Room 2.002, Level 2, Education and Humanities Building).

Murdoch University's Working with Children Check Policy isavailable at:

https://goto.murdoch.edu.au/policy/WorkingWithChildren

Further information on the Working with Children Act and Workingwith Children Checks, is available at:

http://www.checkwwc.wa.gov.auscreening@det.wa.edu.au

Advanced Standing

As part of the admissions process the University will considerprevious post-secondary and tertiary studies for advanced standing,in accordance with relevant legislation. For more information, referto the University Regulation section of the Handbook.

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Credit refers to a reduction in the credit points required to completea Murdoch course on the basis of recognised prior learning. Itusually shortens the time required to complete the course.

An exemption removes the requirement for a particular unit to betaken. An exemption recognises that a student has completedlearning/study elsewhere that substantially duplicates the content ofa Murdoch unit which is a requirement of their Murdoch course.

For further information on Advanced Standing, refer to:

http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/AdvancedStanding

THE CREDIT POINTS SYSTEM

Study at Murdoch is based on a system of credit points. Most unitshave a value of 3 or 4 credit points. The guideline adopted by theUniversity in determining the number of credit points representedby each unit is that the usual full-time student load in a standardsemester is 12 credit points. One credit point reflects an averagestudent workload of 50 hours. Thus a unit with a value of 3 creditpoints should engage roughly a quarter of a student's availabletime and effort. This is an inclusive estimate, including all lectures,tutorials and/or laboratory classes, personal reading, andassignments required for the unit.

Full-time and Part-time Study

A full-time student normally enrols for 12 credit points in eachsemester, or 24 credit points in each academic year. Students mustbe enrolled in at least 9 credit points in a semester to be regardedas full-time; those whose enrolment is below 9 credit points at anystage in the semester may no longer be eligible for Centrelinksupport. For Centrelink purposes units are nominally either inSemester 1, which includes all units with a census date between 1January and 30 June, or in Semester 2, which includes all units withcensus dates between 1 July and 31 December. The only exceptionsare full-year and straddle units, which are split equally between thetwo semesters. Students in receipt of Centrelink support shouldcheck with Centrelink direct if they have concerns regardingeligibility for support, as the rules governing eligibility can change.

Students may enrol on a part-time basis. There are difficulties inoffering units involving laboratory sessions outside normal workinghours. Students who foresee difficulty in attending units duringnormal working hours should consult the teaching timetable inplanning their unit enrolment.

Full Degree International Students

International students must be enrolled in at least 12 credit pointsin a semester to be regarded as full-time. Those internationalstudents whose enrolment is below 12 credit points must contactthe International Student Support team in The Student Centre, asthey may not be satisfying the conditions prescribed for a studentvisa.

Non Degree Study Abroad International Students

Non degree students seeking one or two semester based StudyAbroad students transferring academic credit back to their homeUniversity must be enrolled in a minimum of 9 credit points and amaximum of 12 credit points in a semester to be regarded asfull-time. Those students taking more than 12 credit points mustcontact the International Student Support team in The StudentCentre, as further charges will apply.

COURSES

A course is a combination of coherent units approved by AcademicCouncil that leads to a particular qualification. The requirement ofan undergraduate course includes the requirements of the awardplus the requirements of the major.

Australian Qualification Framework

The Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) is Australia's nationalpolicy for regulated qualifications delivered in all education sectors.Murdoch University offers qualifications at AQF Levels 7 to 10.

Academic Chairs

An Academic Chair is a member of academic staff responsible for acourse, major or minor. A student taking multiplecourse/majors/minors may have to liaise with several AcademicChairs.

Each undergraduate course/major and any associated minors, andeach postgraduate course in the University has an Academic Chairwho is able to counsel students in any matter relating to the course,major or minor and their enrolment in it, including unit selections,academic progress and the possible consequences of intermittingstudy.

Enrolment

It is students' responsibility to enrol in accordance with the relevantregulations, requirements of their course/major and officialdeadlines.

Enrolment of New Students

Successful applicants for admission to Murdoch University willreceive an offer letter that includes all of the information needed tobe able to accept the offer online. Enrolment information isemailed to students upon acceptance and includes advice on howto complete an enrolment.

Applicants who are not immediately offered admission will beadvised and invited to The Student Centre to discuss ways in whichthey may be admitted in the future.

Course Advice Sessions and Orientation

Course and academic advice sessions are offered to all newundergraduate and postgraduate coursework students. The sessionscommence in early February in what is referred to as OrientationWeek (O Week). Students are encouraged to attend the SchoolWelcome and Course Advice Session relevant to their intendedcourse of study. If students are studying more than one degree it ishighly recommended that they attend both course advice sessions.It is an opportunity to meet the academic staff in the course, and tohear about the enrolment options available at Murdoch.

O Week is held in the week before the beginning of Semester and isan important part of a successful university life. The week isdesigned to assist students to prepare for their studies, as well as tointroduce them to the sporting, cultural and social activities on offerat Murdoch University.

A series of important lectures and workshops cover topics such asFirst Year Experience, Computer Usage on Campus, Learning Skills,Student Services and Supports, Planning Your Career, and Campusand Library tours. There will also be a general advice session forexternal students during O Week, however students should notethat this is not a Course Advice Session.

Full details of the O Week program will be forwarded to newundergraduate students and made available at:

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http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/Orientation

For those students who commence studies in a trimester,Orientation and Course Advice will take place on day 1 of theteaching period.

Re-Enrolment of Existing Students

Current students who intend to re-enrol for any study in 2013 arerequired to complete their enrolment by 14 December 2012. Thereis no guarantee of re-enrolment for any students who seek tore-enrol after the deadline. A fee may be charged for latere-enrolments.

Students should enrol in all units they intend to study during theacademic year. This will assist the University in timetabling and inproviding sufficient teaching resources for students. Students whodo not enrol in second semester units by the end of May may alsobe charged a late re-enrolment fee.

All students are expected to re-enrol through MyInfo, except for thefollowing:

Students who are registered as having no access to the Internetare sent re-enrolment forms in November each year;

Honours students are re-enrolled by The Student Centre;

Research students will be re-enrolled by the Graduate ResearchOffice on the basis of their Annual Progress Report;

Not-for-award students are required to re-apply for enrolmenteach year through The Student Centre.

MyInfo can be accessed via:

https://goto.murdoch.edu.au/MyInfo

Courses Subject to Restriction

Selection of Majors and Minors

Students are able to manage their selection of and enrolment inmost majors and minors through the online enrolment facility,MyInfo. Postgraduate coursework students can manage theirspecialisation (where appropriate) through MyInfo.

Where a major is subject to restriction, adding it as a second majoris subject to permission being granted by the Academic Chair;students seeking to add that major or transfer into it must apply viaThe Student Centre. Applications are considered at the end of eachsemester. Closing dat