Macquarie University

Macquarie University

At Macquarie University we do things a little differently. We’ve always challenged conventions, opening our doors to students no matter who they are or where they come from. We embrace all points of view and we’ll encourage you to question the norm, to be bold and to strive for the extraordinary.CRICOS Provider: 00002J

Top reasons to study here

  • Macquarie University is a university of service and engagement.
  • We prepare our students for successful futures in a demanding, dynamic, uncertain yet exciting world.

Bachelor's programmes

Social Sciences (27)
Humanities (26)
Business & Management (12)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (7)
Arts, Design & Architecture (6)
Medicine & Health (6)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (5)
Engineering & Technology (4)
Law (4)
Computer Science & IT (3)
Education & Training (3)
Applied Sciences & Professions (2)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
Journalism & Media (2)

Pre-Bachelor's programmes

Engineering & Technology (3)
Humanities (3)
Business & Management (2)
Computer Science & IT (1)
Journalism & Media (1)
Social Sciences (1)

About

History

Established in 1964, Macquarie University began as a bold experiment in higher education. Built to break from traditions: to be distinctive, progressive, and to be transformational. Today our pioneering history continues to be a source of inspiration as we celebrate our place among the best and brightest minds.

Education

  • At Macquarie, we give you the freedom to explore your interests across a range of areas, rather than lock you in to a single, narrow field. We do this primarily by offering courses and degrees that are interdisciplinary. 
  • If you’re an undergraduate we also give you the option to undertake double degrees in either complementary, or completely different, areas of study.
  • If you’re interested in postgraduate study you can forge your own path by tailoring coursework and research programs to study subjects both inside and outside your main academic focus area.

Research

  • The world is a big place. Its challenges are many and they are often complex. But for every challenge there is a solution, growing in somebody’s mind.
  • Macquarie University was founded with a distinct purpose: to bring pioneering minds together and free them from traditional boundaries. To invite perspectives that had previously gone unheard. And together, boldly imagine new ways of thinking.
  • With an enviable reputation for research excellence and a driving desire to produce solutions with real-world impact, our discoveries are paving the way to a brighter future.

Career

  • Some still see university and the eventual job you get as two separate entities. We don’t. At Macquarie we work with both Australian and international students to ensure your studies lead you to a satisfying and prosperous career, one that allows you to dream big and make a difference in this world.
  • Our Career Accelerator initiative is a powerful three-stage process that ensures potential employees will like what they see and get you started on the path to a satisfying career sooner.

Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019

GSSA 2019

The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.

Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction Awards

University Ranking

Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2020
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2019
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2018
201
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2021
214 23
2020
237 13
2019
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QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2021
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2020
201
2019
201
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2021
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2020
227 11
2019
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world.

Services

Student services

  • Accommodation services
  • Archives and Records Management
  • Art Gallery
  • Campus Life
  • Career and Employment Services
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic)
  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Engagement)
  • Equity and diversity
  • Financial services
  • Future Students
  • Graduation unit
  • Group Marketing

Housing services

  • Living among our vibrant community is one of the best experiences you can possibly have as a student. The student accommodation at Macquarie University is unique as it provides a balanced academic and social lifestyle among a supportive environment you can’t get anywhere else. Our residents come from all over the world, creating a vibrant community where lifelong friendships are formed.
  • Our accommodation is located both on and off campus and offers unique experiences for its residents. Whether you prefer more supportive to the more independent environments, we offer various living arrangements to suit our diverse student community

Library services

Macquarie University library provides access to millions of print and electronic resources. It features group and quiet study areas; computers, printers and copiers; presentation practice pods; a café; and high-tech robotic cranes that deliver your books in minutes.

Medical services

Macquarie is pioneering health and wellness, with Australia’s first and only private, not-for-profit hospital on a university campus. We apply the latest research discoveries in treatment via our on-campus clinics, to support a healthier, happier community.

Student Life

Campus life

  • Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow.
  • Over AU$1 billion has recently been invested in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive in an environment that is inspiring and switched on to the latest digital technologies.
  • Like a miniature city, Macquarie has a vast array of amenities on campus including a bookshop, a bar and several cafés. And, the University is within walking distance to a major shopping precinct.

Sports facilities

Here, it’s all about having options. Our team are here to help you choose how to lead a healthy and active life, by yourself or with friends and family. Participate in our sport and fitness programs, dive into our Olympic-size heated swimming pool, get focused with a personal trainer, or workout at your own pace in our state-of-the-art Health Club.

Student Reviews

Back to university life at Macquarie!
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars

So far all the course content is being offered online due to COVID-19. THe online forum and student interaction are regular and very engaging. The structure of the course I am currently taking is very defined from the very beginning. All course activities and learning tools are provided in advance and clear instructions are given on how to conduct the exercises. I have...

Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars

Eclectic, broad subject selection, flexible, well resourced

The suffering of a LU Student
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a student at the Lebanese University. Being an LU student is not that easy, it is hard and tiring, being at LU absorbs every bit of energy you have. Courses aren't sent online, the administration still hangs our grades on the board, we don't have the right to have our paper exams and we don't have as students the advantage of knowing our mistakes in a test.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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