Established in 1964, Macquarie University is a public university located in the suburbs of Macquarie Park in Sydney, Australia. The establishment of the university marked a bold step towards transforming the otherwise traditional education system that was prevalent in Australia. The institution offers several facilities and services to students and is ranked among the leading universities globally.
The university has a total student enrolment of 40,209 students of which 27,795 students belong to full-time programs and 12,414 belong to part-time programs. The university saw a total of 8,641 international admissions and 31,568 domestic student enrollments for the last academic year (2019-20).
A vibrant hub for students, researchers, and teachers, all work towards pursuing a common goal of a brighter future. Macquarie University has been ranked among the top 1% of universities in the world by QS World University Rankings, 2020. Considered one of the top universities in Australia, the university has been on the ninth position for Australia for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2020), producing graduates that are among the most sought after professionals in the world.
Spanning across 126 acres of land, the university provides an extensive range of courses for students to choose from. The Faculty of Business, The Faculty of Education, The Faculty of Engineering, The Faculty of Law, The Faculty of Science, The Faculty of Medicine and Health, The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, The Faculty of Information Technologies, The Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, The Faculty of Media, Communications and Performing Arts, The Faculty of Psychology and Cognitive Science and The Faculty of Security, Intelligence and Criminology offer various courses and research degrees for both undergraduate as well as graduate studies.
The university has several accommodation options for its students to choose from. Students can select their hall of residence according to their preferences and would not face any inconvenience during their stay in the city. Amenities at Macquarie University campus include a Bookshop, Counselling Services, Cafes, Medical Clinic, Pharmacy, and a Private Hospital along with other facilities. The university is situated at a prime location and has the availability of most resources, students would require around its premises.
The University also offers excellent sports facilities to students which are considered to be one of the greatest in the country. The Sports and Aquatic Centre located at the university has swimming pools, health clubs, basketball and squash courts, and even a martial arts area for students to indulge in.
To promote global higher education, Macquarie University awards scholarships to the tune of $6 million. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit, diversity, leadership capabilities, financial hardship, and/or key achievements such as sports and voluntary experience. The university has one of the most substantial scholarship programs in Australia, providing several opportunities each year to international students to undertake studies at the university.
Ranked among the safest cities in the world, Sydney is an ideal study destination for students from all across the world. The university takes the safety of its students very seriously and has security personnel posted within the campus walls.
Some of the notable alumni of Macquarie University are Chris Lilley – Australian comedian, Rob Oakeshott – Member of the Australian House of Representatives, Tania Mihailuk – Member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly, Adam Hills – Australian comedian, Murray Cook – Australian musician, Greg Page – Australian singer, Lauren Jackson – Australian basketball player and Anthony Field – Australian musician among many others.
Master of Business Administration
- Duration - 1-2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 7, TOEFL : 94
- Fees - INR 22.4 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Management
- Duration - 24 Months
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Business Administration
- Duration - 3 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Information Technology
- Duration - 3 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.8 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of International Business
- Duration - 1-2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.3 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Accounting (CPA Program)
- Duration - 1-2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.3 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Biotechnology
- Duration - 1-2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 22.3 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Finance and Master of Marketing
- Duration - 2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.3 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Banking and Finance
- Duration - 1.5-2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.3 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Commerce
- Duration - 3 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Engineering with (honours) in Software Engineering
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.8 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Accounting with a specialization in Professional Practice
- Duration - 1-2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.3 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronics Engineering
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 83
- Fees - INR 21.8 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Finance and Master of International Business
- Duration - 2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.3 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Finance
- Duration - 12 Months
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.3 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechatronic Engineering
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.8 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Applied Finance
- Duration - 1-1.5 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 23.3 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Juris Doctor
- Duration - 3 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 7, TOEFL : 94
- Fees - INR 21.9 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Applied Finance
- Duration - 3 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Finance and Master of Management
- Duration - 2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.2 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Applied Finance (Advanced)
- Duration - 1.5-2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 23.3 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21.8 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Philosophy
- Duration - 3 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 18.5 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of International Trade and Commerce Law
- Duration - 1 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : Accepted
- Fees - INR 21 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Entry Criteria
| Courses | Exams |
|---|---|
| MBA - 1 Course | IELTS - 7 & Above TOEFL - 94 & Above PTE - 65 & Above |
| MIM - 12 Courses | IELTS - 6.5 & Above TOEFL - Accepted |
| BE/Btech - 5 Courses | IELTS - 6.5 & Above TOEFL - 83 & Above PTE - 58 & Above |
| BBA - 2 Courses | IELTS - 6.5 & Above TOEFL - Accepted |
| MS - 1 Course | IELTS - 6.5 & Above TOEFL - Accepted |
| Other Courses - 3 Courses | IELTS - 6.5-7 TOEFL - 94 & Above PTE - 65 & Above |
Admission Requirement
| Documents | SOP - Not required LOR - Needed for few courses Essays - Not required CV - Needed for few courses Additional documents - Required |
|---|---|
| Application fees | AUD 100 |
| Type of deadline | Regular |
| Intake Season & Deadlines | Fall - 24ᵗʰ Jul 2020 |
Approximate Fees
| Courses | Duration | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| MBA - 1 Course | 12 - 24 Months | INR 22.4L AUD 40,000 |
| MIM - 12 Courses | 1 - 2 Years | INR 21L - 23.3L AUD 37,500 - 41,600 |
| BE/Btech - 5 Courses | 3 - 4 Years | INR 21.8L AUD 38,800 |
| BBA - 2 Courses | 3 Years | INR 21L AUD 37,500 |
| MS - 1 Course | 12 - 24 Months | INR 22.3L AUD 39,800 |
| Other Courses - 3 Courses | 3 Years | INR 18.5L - 21.9L AUD 33,000 - 39,000 |
Placement
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Microsoft
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