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MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY IN SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA Study Abroad and Exchange GIVE YOUR STUDIES A GLOBAL EDGE Contents WHY CHOOSE MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY? 4 STUDY IN SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA 6 WHERE ARE WE? 8 TOP 7 THINGS TO DO IN SYDNEY 9 STUDY ABROAD OR EXCHANGE? 10 COURSES AT MACQUARIE 12 OUR MOST POPULAR UNITS 13 STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS 14 GLOBAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM 16 PACE AND OUT-OF-THE-CLASSROOM UNITS 18 CAMPUS FACILITIES AND SUPPORT 20 STUDENT ACCOMMODATION 22 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 24 HOW TO APPLY 25 KEY NOTES 26 IMPORTANT DATES 27 “Studying in Sydney is extraordinary “This journey had a strong impact on because it combines the exciting flair my personality and my professional of a 4.3 million (person) metropolis future and I am overjoyed to call with breathtaking Australian nature.” Sydney my home away from home.” Charlotte L Verena S 4 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019 At Macquarie we are all about unconventional thinking, open collaboration and making connections with diverse people and perspectives to create real change. Here is a snapshot of our achievements. Why choose Macquarie University? MACQUARIE AT A GLANCE 11 SUBJECTS RANKED RANKED TOP 1% 5 QS STARS MORE THAN 150 MORE THAN 30,000 MORE THAN 300 IN THE TOP 100 GLOBALLY OF WORLD UNIVERSITIES in teaching, employability, research, PARTNER UNIVERSITIES WORK PLACEMENTS INDUSTRY PARTNERS facilities, internationalisation, innovation, (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2018) (QS World University Rankings, 2019) for student exchange in more or community experiences through our on campus or in the adjacent high‑tech inclusiveness and specialist criteria than 40 countries PACE (Professional and Community precinct, providing access to internship Engagement) partnerships and job opportunities FIRST GLOBAL RESEARCH RANKED AMONG THE TOP 130 104 UNDERGRADUATE $1 BILLION INVESTED TO CREATE MORE THAN 45,000 HEART OF SYDNEY’S A COLLABORATIVE CAMPUS CONNECTED STUDENTS FASTEST-GROWING REGION COLLABORATION PATHWAY UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD DEGREES with world‑class facilities and infrastructure from more than 100 countries only 15 kilometres from the Sydney CBD via the Master of Research for employability many of which are designed in (QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2018) collaboration with industry TOP 50 MOST 10,000 GRADUATES REALISE 30 RESEARCHERS 184,000 ALUMNI IN OUR AUSTRALIA’S FIRST FULLY 100 PER CENT OF INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY THEIR POTENTIAL EACH YEAR IN THE TOP 1% INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY INTEGRATED HEALTH PRECINCT RESEARCH ACTIVITY connecting global communities with sought‑after degrees of scientific authors in the world from more than 140 countries centered around our on‑campus hospital rated at world standard or above (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2016) (Excellence in Research Australia evaluation) 6 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019 7 Sydney has something for everyone – from the iconic If you are looking for a safe and friendly destination offering a dynamic, Sydney Harbour and more than 100 beaches, to picturesque multicultural experience while you study, look no further than Sydney. MOST mountains, arts and cultural festivals. The oldest city in Australia, Sydney is the country’s economic and financial hub, and is home to the regional headquarters of around 500 multinational DESIRABLE companies. Wherever you choose to develop your career, Sydney is the STUDENT CITY IN THE WORLD (QS Best Student Cities, 2017) perfect place to start. Australia is famous for its relaxed lifestyle, astounding landscapes and high standards – particularly in education and healthcare. First inhabited by Indigenous people at least 50,000 years ago, Australia has attracted people 7TH SAFEST from more than 200 countries to study and migrate. Wherever you come CITY IN THE WORLD Study in Sydney, from, you are likely to find people from your country who have made their (The Economist Intelligence Unit Safe Cities Index, 2017) home ‘Down Under’. Australia WELCOME TO OUR HOME Located only 15 kilometres from Sydney’s central business district, “I love the liveliness in Sydney – there’s Macquarie is easily accessible by public transport. We offer our students a buzz whenever you go to the city and A DESTINATION LIKE NO OTHER a full accommodation service, including free airport pickup when you first arrive. You will also be able to settle in and make new friends before there’s always something to do. I enjoy classes start during our international orientation program. going to Circular Quay and watching the sun set next to the Harbour Bridge WE MAKE IT EASY Macquarie participates in the Australian Government’s streamlined student and Sydney Opera House. I don’t think visa processing system, available to only the highest-quality education I’d ever get sick of it!” providers. Most of Macquarie’s international students require fewer Melissa Gojer (India) documents and experience faster processing times when applying for a visa BACHELOR OF COMMERCE than non-streamlined students. SYDNEY WEATHER SUMMER AUTUMN WINTER SPRING 19 – 26°C 15 – 22°C 9 – 17°C 11 – 23°C Bondi Beach, Australia’s most famous beach 66 – 78°F 58 – 72°F 48 – 63°F 52 – 73°F Average temperature ranges 8 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019 9 Macquarie University is located just 15 kilometres from Sydney’s city centre in one of the largest business and technology precincts in the Southern Hemisphere. Ku-ring-gai National Park Where are we? Top 7 OUR LOCATION IN SYDNEY THINGS TO DO IN SYDNEY CLIMB THE HARBOUR BRIDGE WALK THE BONDI TO COOGEE TRAIL Choose from a variety of climbing experiences Experience panoramic ocean views with rock and enjoy stunning views of Sydney from great pools, parks, barbecue areas, and cafes along heights – a unique opportunity! the way. The track takes about two hours and is Manly well worth it for the stunning scenery. Beach ATTEND A SHOW AT THE OPERA HOUSE Macquarie Iconic for its distinctive sail-shaped roofs, GET SPORTY LIKE A LOCAL Park the Sydney Opera House is a masterpiece Get involved in Sydney’s thriving sports Innovation culture! Cricket, rugby, AFL, netball, tennis, Blue District performance venue for theatre, dance, film, Mountains and music right by the harbour. and more – choose your favourite team and Chatswood don’t forget to wear your team colours! 100 km Parramatta MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY TO CITY MEET AUSTRALIA’S UNIQUE WILDLIFE Taronga Zoo AT TARONGA ZOO Hop on a 15-minute ferry ride from Circular City Quay for a day of animal encounters, shows, centre Sydney zookeeper talks, and incredible views. Olympic Park LEARN TO SURF Australia is famous for its spectacular beaches Sydney with sparkling oceans and pristine sands. City Relax, swim, and enjoy the surf at the popular Campus Bondi Beach, or catch a ferry to Manly in as Bondi Beach little as 20-minutes from the city. DISCOVER THE BLUE MOUNTAINS Extraordinary waterfalls, canyons, caves, and DESTINATION FROM MACQUARIE DISTANCE (KM) DISTANCE (MILES) forests are just a two-hour train ride from City centre 15 9 Sydney – the perfect day trip. Airport 25 16 Bondi Beach 25 16 Airport Sydney Map not to scale 10 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019 Get a taste of studying in Australia while also earning credit towards your home university degree. Study Abroad or Exchange? WHICH PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR YOU? When you study at Macquarie as an WHAT IS EXCHANGE? Exchange or Study Abroad student for If you are studying at one of our partner one or two sessions, you can experience a universities, you can choose to spend one world-class education at one of Australia’s or two semesters experiencing a world-class leading universities. education on our beautiful campus, with We offer a diverse and flexible study support from both your home university program with a range of courses in many and Macquarie. different subject areas that will not only mq.edu.au/exchange engage and inspire you, but will also help make your overseas university qualification WHAT ARE THE TUITION FEES? stand out in the marketplace. STUDY ABROAD We have a selection of units that include In some cases, Study Abroad students practical or hands-on components so your are required to pay a fee in advance that ^ learning isn’t restricted to the classroom or includes tuition and administration fees. even our campus. Please speak to your university, provider or check the Macquarie University website for Macquarie University will support you current fees. throughout your experience so you can be sure you’re getting the most out of your EXCHANGE time in Sydney. Exchange students from Macquarie University’s exchange partners do not need to WHAT IS STUDY ABROAD? pay tuition fees to Macquarie as you will pay You enrol in the Study Abroad program the standard fees at your home institution. for one or two semesters at Macquarie. You don’t even have to be enrolled yet at a university in your home country. Macquarie offers a diverse and flexible Study Abroad program with a wide range of courses and subjects. You can choose to study a specialised certificate or mix and match from available units to suit your interests and ambition. mq.edu.au/study-abroad ^Tuition does not include accommodation, books and other costs such as gym membership. 12 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2019 13 Macquarie gives you the freedom to explore your interests across a range of areas,