Macquarie is bold and innovative. Unconstrained by tradition, we take a pioneering approach to research. Such an approach is largely responsible for our enviable reputation for research excellence – 100 per cent of our research is ranked at world standard or above and more than 100 of our researchers are ranked in the top one per cent of researchers in the world.
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Top reasons to study here
- Being a Macquarie student will be one of the best times of your life because you’ll have so many opportunities to discover your potential.
- As well as starting to carve out a fabulous career for yourself, you’ll have opportunities to travel the globe with our support.
- At Macquarie we work with both Australian and international students to ensure your studies lead you to a satisfying and prosperous career.
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (31)
- Bachelor Archaeology
- Bachelor Archaeology with a Major in Geology
- Bachelor Economics
- Bachelor Hellenic Studies
- Bachelor International Studies
Humanities (25)
- B.A. Ancient History
- Bachelor Archaeology
- Bachelor Archaeology with a Major in Geology
Business & Management (13)
- B.Sc. Actuarial Studies
- Bachelor Applied Finance
- B.B.A. Business Administration
- Bachelor Business Analytics
- B.B.A. Commerce
- Bachelor Commerce - Professional Accounting
- Bachelor Economics
- Bachelor International Studies
- Bachelor Marketing and Media
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (7)
- B.Sc. Actuarial Studies
- B.Sc. Advanced Science
- Bachelor Applied Finance
- B.Sc. Science
Arts, Design & Architecture (6)
Computer Science & IT (6)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (6)
- Bachelor Archaeology with a Major in Geology
- Bachelor Biodiversity and Conservation
- Bachelor Environment
- Bachelor Marine Science
- B.Sc. Science
Law (6)
Medicine & Health (6)
- Bachelor Chiropractic Science
- Bachelor Clinical Science
- Bachelor Human Sciences
- Bachelor Medical Sciences
- B.Sc. Science
Engineering & Technology (4)
- Bachelor Environment
- Bachelor Information Technology
- Bachelor Marine Science
Education & Training (3)
Applied Sciences & Professions (2)
- Bachelor Human Sciences
- Bachelor Social Science
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About
History
While only 50 years young, Macquarie has risen to be a progressive and influential institution both locally and internationally. Our campus brings together 40,000 students and 2000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery.
Education
- 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.
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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.
- Uni is about so much more than getting a degree and a great job at the end – but let’s be honest, carving out that dream career is definitely one of the major reasons people come to uni. At Macquarie, we 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.
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 AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
201 50
2018
251
2017
251
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2018
201 -50
2017
151 50
2016
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. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
250 -10
2018
240 7
2017
247
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2019
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2018
238 -4
2017
234
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. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
- Living among our vibrant community is one of the best experiences you can possibly have as a student. Our accommodation 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
The University Library includes facilities and services both physical and online. The library is the most striking building on campus and accommodates as many as 15,000 physical visits a day, plus many more online.
ICT services
- iLab is Macquarie University's personal computer laboratory on the Internet, enabling students to use the Microsoft Windows applications they require to do their university work from anywhere, anytime, on anything.
- With temporary iLab sessions accessible from the Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, iOS and Android operating systems, the days of being bound by physical labs are coming to an end.
Medical services
- MQ Health General Practice offers comprehensive and well-established healthcare for your entire family.
- Our approach is aligned with the progressive thinking that underpins Macquarie University – combining world-class clinical care, teaching and research under the umbrella of MQ Health.
- We aim to achieve excellence in clinical practice and provide you with the highest-quality patient care.
Student Life
Campus life
Uniquely located in the heart of Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie’s country-like campus offers 126 hectares of open land and state-of-the-art facilities that provide our community with the space and freedom to think, grow, achieve and effect change.
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 clubs
- Created and run by students, student groups are a great way to connect with people and make friends, network, test new ideas, experience other cultures and help people as you develop your leadership and teamwork skills.
- MacSync is a space for Macquarie students to keep up with campus social events and join and create new student groups. It features a social calendar and a group directory to make it easier to find people with similar interests and passions.
- Macquarie’s sports clubs allow you to become a MacWarrior! They are a great way to meet new friends, have fun and keep fit. Members of Macquarie Sport Clubs compete regularly in local, regional, state and national level competitions
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good study environment, professors are helpful.
Mates are important.
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I met a lot of international and local students at Macquarie University, and they inspired my insight of many things. Studies can be very challenging but achievable because we can always get helped and learn from each other.
Macquarie - a uni that wants students to succeed
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Macquarie is a great uni. The premises and all the activities and opportunities the uni offers to students are great. I like how students are supported when they experience difficulties and how the vice president said in a welcome speech that the uni wants to see us students doing well.
