Science at Murdoch University

School of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology

The School of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology at Murdoch University has built an impressive reputation over the years as a result of its longstanding and popular degree courses and commitment to research.

Biological Sciences (BSc)

If you have a passion for science, this course will equip you with the skills and experience you need to pursue a dynamic career in biology. You'll examine the biochemistry, genetics, physiology, ecology and behaviour of micro-organisms, plants and animals.

Biotechnology and Commerce (BSc/BCom)

Biotechnology is one of the fastest-growing areas in science. Combine your Biotechnology degree with another major in Commerce to focus on market analysis, product distribution and management and really boost your career prospects.

Biotechnology (Bsc)

Making beer, wine and cheese, using bacteria to produce antibiotics and cleaning up oil spills using micro-organisms all have one thing in common: biotechnology. Learn how to create biological solutions that make a difference to industry, medicine, agriculture and the environment.

Conservation and Wildlife Biology (BSc)

Make a real difference to future generations as you learn how to protect animal and plant species from extinction. You'll get equipped with the skills and experience you need in ecosystem management, ecology, genetics, evolutionary biology and conservation.

Forensic Biology and Toxicology (BForensics)

Explore the intriguing world of forensic biology, and how it is used to solve crimes. Learn a range of techniques from forensic professionals, from DNA profiling to drug and alcohol analysis, and examine case studies from real-life forensic investigations.

Forensic Biology and Toxicology (BForensics) + Molecular Biology (BSc) + Biomedical Science (BSc)

This course, with a combination of majors (or a Criminology minor if you choose), will prepare you for an exciting range of career opportunities. You'll learn skills in biochemistry, including drug metabolism, and will examine a range of real-life forensic investigations.

Marine Science (BSc)

Get the scientific skills you need to turn your passion for the ocean into an exciting career, perhaps as a marine biologist, ecotourism consultant or aquatic biologist. You'll also be encouraged to develop diving and boat handling skills to give you practical experience.

Molecular Biology (BSc)

Sci-fi meets real life! In this course you'll learn how plant genes are manipulated for medical use or to protect them against diseases, pests and herbicides. You'll study biochemistry, microbiology, genetics and the ethical issues associated with gene manipulation.

Plant Biosecurity (GradCertPlantBiosec)

Expand your knowledge in the rapidly growing field of plant biosecurity. You'll learn how to manage threats through risk analysis, diagnostics and surveillance, rapid emergency response and management of pest organisms.

Plant Biosecurity (GradDipPlantBiosec)

Increase your skills in the area of plant biosecurity. You'll focus on risk analysis, diagnostics and surveillance, rapid emergency response and the management of pest organisms.

Plant Biosecurity (MPlantBiosec)

Enhance your career in plant biosecurity. You'll increase your knowledge in risk analysis, diagnostics and surveillance, rapid emergency response and management of pest organisms.

School of Chemical and Mathematical Sciences

The School of Chemical and Mathematical Sciences provides a high quality environment for teaching, learning and research. Our staff are passionate about their disciplines and committed to helping students develop skills and knowledge appropriate for rewarding careers in this twenty first century.

The School follows an integrated, interdisciplinary approach to teaching, producing the multi-skilled graduates that modern industry demands. All our courses have a strong information technology basis appropriate to the needs of today's scientists and engineers.

Chemistry (BSc)

Chemistry is used across a range of industries from testing the quality of ore deposits in mining to identifying gunshot residue in criminal investigations. In this course, you'll learn scientific and analytical skills, and get hands-on laboratory experience.

Extractive Metallurgy (BExtMet)

Learn how metals are extracted from minerals using mineral processing, hydro and pyro metallurgical processes. You'll get practical experience in the mineral industry, with the opportunity to get involved in vacation employment, final year internships or industry-based research projects.

Extractive Metallurgy (GradDipExtMet)

The Graduate Diploma in Extractive Metallurgy provides specialised training in the core disciplines of extractive metallurgy - mineral processing, hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy.

Mathematics and Statistics (BSc)

Maths is used in every business in every industry. In this course, you'll learn the technical skills you need to succeed, and you can combine the course with study from another area to boost your career prospects even further.

Mineral Science (BSc)

In this course, you'll learn the science of mineral extraction and the engineering disciplines you need to succeed in an engineering environment. You'll gain industry experience and be eligible for professional membership of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.

School of Environmental Science

The School of Environmental Science focuses specifically on environmental science, one of the few schools in an Australian university to do so and the oldest, continually operating School of Environmental Science in Western Australia. The School's research areas encompass seven major themes: air, land, water, biota, people, policy and technology.

The School's expertise is being harnessed to provide solutions to environmental problems, as well as offering staff of industry and government agencies specialist training in environmental science and policy.

Environmental Assessment and Management (PostGrad Cert)

There's an increasing demand for specialists with environmental management skills and knowledge. In this course, you'll add to your experience in environmental management and further develop your understanding of the principles and techniques used in the field.

Environmental Assessment and Management (PostGradDip)

There's an increasing demand for specialists with environmental management skills and knowledge. In this course, you'll add to your experience in environmental management and further develop your understanding of the principles and techniques used in the field.

Environmental Engineering (BE)

Develop your passion for helping the environment as you gain the technical and problem-solving skills you need to work as an engineer. You'll be qualified to work with planning and architectural consulting firms, land developers, pollution control companies and more.

Environmental Management (BEnvMan)

In this course, you'll learn how to combine environmental science with practical management solutions. After gaining specialised skills that are in high demand, you'll be able to help a range of organisations to develop strategies for more sustainable business operations.

Environmental Science (BSc, BEnvSc)

Get to the heart of environmental issues as you explore how people impact the physical and biological environment. You'll get the scientific understanding you need to pursue a range of roles, including conservation scientist, environmental protection officer or health physicist.

Environmental Science (M)

In this course, you'll learn to apply problem-solving tactics to environmental science. You'll get to the heart of environmental issues as you develop management skills which are directly linked to local, regional and global sustainability.

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