Welcome to your future AN ESSENTIAL GUIDE FOR NEW STUDENTS AND PARENTS 2015 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 3 2015 key dates

Session 1 University classes 23 February–2 April Mid-session break 3–17 April University classes 20 April–5 June Contents

Exams WELCOME 4 YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW 5 9–26 June UNIVERSITY 101 7 YOUR FIRST CONTACT POINT 8 Session 2 A HELPING HAND 10

MAKE OUR CAMPUS YOUR SECOND HOME 12 University classes A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITY AWAITS 14 27 July–11 September CHANGING THE WORLD BY DEGREES 15 WE’RE HERE LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE 16 Mid-session break TO HELP GETTING THE JOB DONE 17 CAMPUS SECURITY 19 14–25 September Whether you’re in your first year or final year, don’t be afraid to ask ALL ROADS LEAD TO MACQUARIE 20 questions. Whatever your enquiry, STAY CONNECTED 22 University classes there’s someone on-hand to answer your question such as your lecturers, WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN? 23 28 September–6 November tutors, mentors or counsellors. A great place to ask your first question: Exams ask.mq.edu.au 9–27 November

PHOTOS: All photos by Chris Stacey unless otherwise noted. This document has been prepared by the Marketing Unit, . The information in this document is correct as at the date of publication but the University reserves the right to vary or withdraw any general information; any course(s) and/or unit(s); its fees and/or the mode or time of offering its course(s) and unit(s) without notice. Prospective students are advised to check whether there has been any variation or withdrawal affecting any course(s) in which they wish to enrol with Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au or 1800 351 117 prior to proceeding. 4 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 5

Your future starts now

Dear new students and parents, Going to uni is all about learning who you want to be and Macquarie I warmly welcome you to the Macquarie University community. wants to be part of that journey with you. We know the transition from The experiences and friendships made here will last a lifetime. I encourage all students to school to uni is big, and your first few weeks will be especially hectic, take advantage of every opportunity Macquarie has to offer, including our 170-plus student which is why we’re here to help you every step of the way. clubs and societies, competitive and social sports, and peer study groups. This guide is designed to provide everything you need to know after enrolment: from getting started with classes, making friends and discovering campus life, through to finding your This is your time. Get excited. way around. It also outlines our fantastic range of transition programs to help you hit the ground running in your first few months and the support services that are available throughout your studies. STUDY SMARTER STAY IN THE KNOW Studying at uni is about independent To keep up to date about what’s happening I hope that your time as part of the Macquarie community exceeds your expectations. learning and being proactive – no one on campus visit students.mq.edu.au tells you what to do, unlike high school. Attending scheduled lectures, tutorials and GETTING INVOLVED practical classes may take up only 10 to Get involved with our 170-plus student 20 hours of your week depending on your groups and clubs – play, act, dance, pray, degree but this shouldn’t be the end of debate or anything else that helps you meet your studies. like-minded people and make new friends. Visit handbook.mq.edu.au to find out Success at uni is all about balance and being about your specific degree and program part of everything Macquarie has to offer. of study. Contact us Campus Hub Building C10A, Level 1 GET A MENTOR T: (02) 9850 6901 Our mentors are current students in second E: [email protected] year or above who’ve completed their first mq.edu.au/on_campus/get_involved/ Kind regards, year of study at Macquarie. They support student_groups Deidre Anderson new students with administrative, academic Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students and Registrar) and social aspects of uni life by sharing their own unique experiences. T: (02) 9850 4386 E: [email protected] mq.edu.au/transition 6 WELCOMETips for TOparents YOUR FUTURE WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 7 in the first weeks

• Chat about what your child is looking forward to, what their concerns are and how you can help. • Be aware that their university experience is a balance between studying and socialising. • Encourage them to develop new friendships, join student groups and get connected with what’s University happening on campus. • Respect their subject choices, while checking they understand how their chosen subjects lead to 101 their desired pathway. • While the responsibilities that come with university study rest with The essential information you need to know about being a uni student. your child, there are many support services to offer help. TIMETABLE CONTACTING LECTURERS AND TUTORS Plan your classes for the next session/year It’s your lecturers’ and tutors’ job to help by visiting timetables.mq.edu.au you understand your course, so if you have any questions don’t be afraid to ask. Often LECTURES you can catch staff at the end of a lecture Lectures are where you learn most of your or tutorial. Alternatively, you can chat with degree content. Some lectures take place in lecturers during set consultation times. large theatres with hundreds of students, Their contact details and consultation times while others are held in smaller rooms with are available in each unit guide. only a handful of other students. PRACTICALS TUTORIALS ‘Pracs’ are similar to tutes, but as the name ‘Tutes’ are smaller classes where you can suggests you’ll be looking at the practical discuss lecture content, ask tutors questions applications of lecture content. and engage with fellow students. You can find weekly readings at units.mq.edu.au STUDY GROUPS Study groups are a great way for you to TEXTBOOKS improve your understanding of lecture You can find out which textbooks you’ll need material and make new friends. through ‘Textbook Finder’ on the student homepage. Textbooks and course notes can ACADEMIC HONESTY be purchased at the on-campus Co-op, in Academic honesty and plagiarism are taken Building C9A. Get in early to avoid missing very seriously by the University and the out. For assistance contact (02) 8986 4000 penalties can be severe. Departments use or email [email protected] electronic plagiarism software and check references for anything you submit. Read the SESSIONS policy at mq.edu.au/academichonesty There are three study periods at Macquarie. Sessions 1 and 2 run from February/March to STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD November. Session 3 runs over summer from The Student Advisory Board is the December to January in a more intensive University’s peak consultative body for study period. students. Made up of undergraduate and postgraduate representatives, it gives UNIT GUIDE students a voice at the University Council. Each unit you enrol in has a guide that lets The Student Advisory Board can be contacted you know what to expect from the unit, and at [email protected] what’s expected for you to pass. For further information visit units.mq.edu.au FJ GAYLOR FJ 8 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 9

Your first contact point

You’ll probably have many questions in your first weeks so find out where you can go to have them answered.

STUDENT CONNECT CENSUS DATES FEES AND LOAN SCHEMES Student Connect provides information Before census date, you can withdraw Fee statements and due dates are available and administrative support to all students. from units without financial or academic from eStudent, and you should check They’re your main contact for: penalties. If you make changes after the regularly to make sure your fees are paid • alternative entry pathways (such as entry census date your student funding, formal on time. There’s a $200 charge for late not via UAC) student records and course qualification payment, and you may be removed from may be affected. a unit if payment isn’t received. Check • bonus points Courses have different session dates payment due dates at ofs.mq.edu.au/ • campus cards so it’s important you check your own student_finances/due_dates_2015.htm • concurrent and cross-institutional studies program carefully. A full list is available at Commonwealth supported students may mq.edu.au/unifees/census-dates.htm be entitled to government help with their • course transfer and change of major If you’re thinking of withdrawing, it’s always fees. For more information on this and other • deferment and discontinuance of studies good to get advice before making a decision. government fee and loan schemes, visit • disruption to studies You can visit the Counselling Service, or chat studentadmin.mq.edu.au/fees/csp.htm • fees with your tutor or unit convenor. Contact us MUSE Building C7A, Level 2 • how to apply and entry requirements The Library Information Desk also runs ‘Drop in B4 U Drop Out’ immediately T: (02) 9850 6410 • on-campus enrolment days, unit prior to census to help you understand ask.mq.edu.au enrolment and re-enrolment your options. Opening hours • recognition of prior learning Weekdays: 8.30am – 5.30pm • transport concession • unit withdrawal after the census date. 10 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 11 A helping hand IT AND WEB RESOURCES THE LIBRARY NUMERACY CENTRE STUDENT HOMEPAGE Macquarie’s state-of-the-art library is The Numeracy Centre offers free help with Visit students.mq.edu.au to access system unique in Australia. As well as having the maths or statistics component of any Macquarie has a range of resources available logins, popular links, administrative high-tech robotic cranes which find and first-year units. information, notices and events, as well deliver books in minutes, it’s also a versatile Contact us to ensure your student life is a success. as our social media accounts on Facebook, learning and research space. Building C5A Room 225 Twitter and YouTube. The library provides access to approximately T: (02) 9850 8924 or (02) 9850 8797 ESTUDENT 1.8 million items and online resources E: [email protected] Manage unit enrolments and class including 250 databases, 135,000 ebooks maths.mq.edu.au/numeracy registrations, update personal details, view and 67,000 electronic journals. financial information, pay fees, access your The ‘Ask a Librarian’ service lets you email, PEER-ASSISTED LEARNING (PAL) results and graduation ceremony details. chat or phone for research assistance. PAL are unit-specific workshops led by trained students who’ve excelled in those ILEARN Sessions 1 and 2 opening hours Access unit-related information such as particular units. Weekly, free sessions are Monday to Friday: 8am – 10pm open to all enrolled students and caters for unit guides, assessment tasks, lecture Saturday and Sunday: 10am – 6pm recordings, class results, lecture notes and all academic levels. notices. Visit ilearn.mq.edu.au Contact us Contact us Building C3C STUDENT EMAIL Faculty of Arts T: 1800 300 753 T: (02) 9850 4087 You’re provided with a student email account mq.edu.au/library through Gmail. Staff will only respond to Faculty of Business and Economics enquiries from a Macquarie email address. LEARNING SKILLS T: (02) 9850 4777 COMPUTER RESOURCES We provide advice and run workshops on a Faculty of Human Sciences Computers are located all over campus – in range of topics including study essentials, T: (02) 9850 4142 the library, C5C student computer labs and assignment writing, effective researching and Faculty of Science and Engineering throughout the faculties. academic language. T: (02) 9850 6000 (Student Services) INTERNET ACCESS STUDYWISE We have two high-speed networks: StudyWISE is an iLearn resource designed INDIGENOUS SUPPORT SERVICES • OneNet WiFi – the most convenient way for to help you: Macquarie is committed to facilitating you to access the Macquarie network. • manage your studies and strengthen educational opportunities and encouraging study techniques participation by Aboriginal and Torres Strait • OneNet Wired – available in the MUSE Islander students. student space in building C7A. • write effective assignments Specific support services are provided to ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY • improve English language proficiency. Indigenous students through Warawara – We provide you with unlimited access to Department of Indigenous Studies, which the internet to ensure you have the online ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE This module is a self-paced iLearn consists of a team of leading scholars and resources you need. Read the policy at professional staff. mq.edu.au/aup/technology unit to help you become aware of your responsibilities and rights concerning Contact us Contact us What are the signs of a struggling student? academic integrity. Warawara IT Help Building C5C, Level 1 T: 1800 066 465 T: (02) 9850 HELP (4357) option #1 or ASK A LEARNING ADVISER • Lack of friendship networks Speak to a Learning Adviser at the Library E: [email protected] free call 1800 67 4357 (1800 MQ HELP) warawara.mq.edu.au • Disinterest in enrolled course E: [email protected] Information Desk located at the foyer, from 12 pm to 2 pm weekdays during session for • Unwillingness to discuss anything about university free academic advice. • Failure to attend class regularly, hand in assignments or go to exams Contact us • Refusing to seek assistance E: [email protected] mq.edu.au/learningskills • Excessive socialising • Taking on too much paid employment • Low self-esteem 12 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 13

How to help if your child isn’t coping

• Encourage your child to use our Make our counselling service. • Find out if your child can drop a unit to ease the workload. There’s a deadline that allows students to drop units campus your without a failure mark being recorded. • Ensure they have a well-balanced lifestyle. • Encourage them to think about the course second home they have chosen. • Encourage your child to develop a professional relationship with a mentor We’re committed to providing you with the best experience or academic adviser. through our extensive range of student support services. • Celebrate their achievements.

CAMPUS LIFE CAMPUS WELLBEING DISABILITY SERVICE STUDENT ADVOCACY WELFARE SERVICE MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Campus Life aims to create a fun and healthy AND SUPPORT SERVICES The Disability Service provides support and AND SUPPORT SERVICES We provide information, support, advocacy MEDICAL SERVICE environment by encouraging a balance Macquarie provides a suite of health and advice to students who have a disability or We work with you to ensure fairness in and referrals for issues such as: We provide a comprehensive general between academic and non-academic life. wellbeing services operating on campus that health condition. Services are determined decision making, which enables you to have • access to legal services practitioner service at Medicare bulk billing Services and facilities include: you can take advantage of at any time. following an assessment of a student’s needs your needs and viewpoints heard. You may rates. For overseas students with valid OSHC and provision of supporting documentation. seek guidance and support in: • financial issues, student loans, Centrelink Worldcare or Medibank Private Cards, there’s • accommodation COUNSELLING SERVICE entitlements and scholarships The Counselling Service is free and Contact the Disability Service when you • appeal processes and submissions no out-of-pocket cost because insurers are • children’s services confidential, and provides a range of enrol so you can get the assistance you need. • sexuality, drugs and/or alcohol, and mental billed direct. • discipline committee hearings health support • entertainment personal and educational support services to Contact us Contact us students. Common issues that students seek • lodging a complaint Macquarie University Clinic • events and catering services Lincoln Building C8A, Level 2 • tenancy issues and accommodation options. counselling for are: T: (02) 9850 7497 • navigating University regulations 2 Technology Place • Mentors@Macquarie Contact us Level 3, Suite 305 • alcohol and drug problems E: [email protected] • visa advice for international students. Lincoln Building C8A, Level 2 • places to eat, drink and shop mq.edu.au/disability T: (02) 9812 3944 • anxiety and depression T: (02) 9850 7497 mq.edu.au/wellbeing • sport, recreation and fitness services The service is free and confidential. • difficulties adjusting to university life E: [email protected] • Student Advisory Board Contact us mq.edu.au/wellbeing • exam and general stress Lincoln Building C8A, Level 2 • student groups and sport clubs • grief and loss T: (02) 9850 7497 • student publication. students.mq.edu.au/sass • relationship problems. Visit campuslife.mq.edu.au Contact us Lincoln Building C8A, Level 2 T: (02) 9850 7497 E: [email protected] mq.edu.au/wellbeing 14 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 15

A world of Changing the opportunity awaits world by degrees

Gain international experience as part of your degree through our exciting global programs. Do you want to ignite your degree and accelerate your career with PACE? Lectures and tutorials are great for improving your book smarts, but getting real-world experience and INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM GLOBAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM applying what you’ve learnt is what will set you apart. Interested in experiencing study abroad? You’ve come to the right Stand up for global issues and stand out from the pack. The Global place as we have a network of more than 150 partner universities Leadership Program (GLP) is an extracurricular program that can in more than 40 countries. Choose to study for just a few weeks, a be undertaken alongside any course at Macquarie. It provides you PEOPLE, PLANET AND PACE GO LOCAL GO OVERSEAS whole session, or even a year. You’re also able to apply for funding to with outstanding opportunities to develop important leadership and PACE is one of Macquarie’s three Ps. Get involved in a local PACE activity and you Participating in a PACE international activity help support your overseas experience. cross-cultural skills. You’ll also forge lasting relationships to grow Together with People and Planet, the three could be: could see you: Ps underpin our undergraduate curriculum. Contact us your future network. • assisting with camera work at a national • building community infrastructure and Macquarie Abroad Contact us The PACE program integrates practical TV channel working with school children in Peru Campus Hub Building C10A, Level 1 Global Leadership Program experience into your degree through • completing a social research project with • empowering street children in T: (02) 9850 6325 PACE Office professional and community engagement a local council the Philippines students.mq.edu.au/opportunities/student_exchange Australian Hearing Hub where you’ll be working on real projects with one of our 1200-plus PACE partners. • contributing to the management of one of • improving the health of young people 16 University Avenue, Level 5 Australia’s largest sporting events in India T: (02) 9850 6761 We work closely with industry partners E: [email protected] to develop programs that tie in with your • developing applications for smart devices • supporting Indigenous communities mq.edu.au/glp classroom learning while helping achieve • interning at a leading Australian company in Malaysia their organisational goals. It’s a win-win for • raising funds through music projects to be • working with young people on welfare students and employers with PACE. donated to specific charities projects in Vietnam. PACE activities are available at an • working with Indigenous tourism operators international, regional and local level, to build their community-based businesses. and come in many forms. They’re carried out individually or in small groups, delivered on campus or on-site with partners. PACE doesn’t just produce better graduates, it produces better people. Signs of a successful university student WHAT EMPLOYERS WANT We all know employers want graduates • They have a genuine interest in their field of study. with experience, but how do you get that • They recognise that it’s not just about study and take part in campus- experience until someone employs you? based activities. This is where PACE comes in. • They have realistic expectations. You’ll gain practical experience while you’re • They have a positive attitude. studying so you can get that head start on • They persevere with challenges. your career. • They take responsibility for their own learning and have self- discipline to prioritise study. • They attend class regularly and look forward to attending university. • They complete assignments by the due date. MUN ZHE TAN CLUB © A. KARNHOLZ / DOLLAR PHOTO 16 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 17 BRETT BOARDMAN DEAN MACKENZIE SUPPLIED DEAN MACKENZIE Love where you live We have accommodation to suit any lifestyle. Contact the Macquarie University Accommodation Service for information on your options.

DAYMAN APARTMENTS MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS Contact us Opened in 2014, Dayman Apartments Prefer independent living? Live in an Campus Hub Building C10A, Level 1 Getting the provides a safe, engaged and supportive apartment offered by the Accommodation T: (02) 9850 7965 community. Choose from private studio or Office. Enjoy fully furnished single or E: [email protected] shared apartments. Only a short walk to shared rooms within easy walking distance mq.edu.au/accommodation job done campus, Dayman Apartments offers a quiet of campus. Locations include Macquarie study environment with modern facilities. Parklands and Herring Road. We’re here to help you achieve your career aspirations. Research MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY VILLAGE and our experience shows that many prospective employers look for talented students as early as first and second year. Dunmore Lang College provides a welcoming Students can choose from one, two or five and safe community with an on-campus bedroom townhouses within an 800-bed Get ahead of the pack and get the job you’re after – speak to the location. There’s a variety of fully furnished complex. The village is ideal for those Career and Employment Service about: rooms including ensuites. Dunmore Lang wanting to live in a social environment, • applications and resumé help also offers social and sporting programs, fully while still enjoying private space of their own. catered packages and excellent facilities. Only a short walk to campus. • career advice • interview preparation IGLU CHATSWOOD ROBERT MENZIES COLLEGE • jobs and internships Only a 10-minute train ride from Macquarie, Live in an all-inclusive college with strong Iglu Chatswood offers the flexibility of living academic and pastoral support. Robert • workshops and career fairs. off campus. Along with air-conditioning and Menzies College offers self-catered and fully Contact us ensuites in all rooms, Iglu provides high- catered accommodation, as well as private, MUSE Building C7A, Level 2 speed internet, great student events, fabulous fully furnished study bedrooms with shared T: (02) 9850 7372 common areas and so much more. bathrooms or private ensuites. E: [email protected] mq.edu.au/careers 18 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 19

Campus security

Macquarie aims to provide a safe campus for you to learn and play.

SECURITY CONTROL CENTRE COURTESY SHUTTLE BUS Security is located in C1A, opposite the The University provides a free shuttle bus Library. The Security Control Centre to students, staff and visitors from 4pm operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. until 12.30am, Monday to Friday during Fully trained and first-aid qualified personnel each session. The timetable and routes are run the Control Centre, monitoring all available on mq.edu.au/security security activity on campus. It’s also the location for any lost and found property. AFTER HOURS SECURITY ESCORT Security offers a walking escort for students EMERGENCY ALERTS and staff who don’t want to walk alone In case of emergency, call (02) 9850 9999 or on campus after dark. Call 7112 from a 9999 from a University phone. University phone or (02) 9850 7112. Contact Security by calling (02) 9850 7112 or Contact us 7112 from a University phone. You can also Building C1A (opposite Library) use the blue Help Points around campus. General enquiries Emergencies on campus are extremely rare T: (02) 9850 7112 but when an emergency does occur, we want Emergencies to notify you quickly. T: (02) 9850 9999 Go to alerts.mq.edu.au to sign up to receive E: [email protected] emergency messages instantly. mq.edu.au/security You can anonymously report criminal or unwanted behaviour to Campus Security by using the ‘TipNow’ app on your smart device (available on the App Store and Google Play). PAUL WRIGHT PAUL 20 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 21

All roads

lead to GAYLOR FJ Macquarie

There are so many ways to get to uni. Transport options at Macquarie make it one of the easiest universities to get to by public transport. There’s an on-campus train station, regular buses, as well as more than 4000 car parking spaces on-site. Obtain your transport concession sticker on enrolment or from Student Connect.

TRAVEL BY BUS State and private buses travel to Macquarie from all over Sydney. Regular bus services also operate from major train stations.

TRAVEL BY TRAIN The Macquarie University train station connects the Northern line with the North Shore line via North Ryde. Regular services mean you can get to Macquarie from any station on the Sydney Trains network. Find public transport routes serving Macquarie: mq.edu.au/on_campus/getting_to_macquarie

TRAVEL BY CAR You can purchase annual or half-yearly parking stickers from Student Connect. Displaying a valid permit sticker entitles you to use of our parking facilities otherwise you must pay casual parking rates. Contact us Student Connect MUSE Building C7A, Level 2 T: (02) 9850 6410 22 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE 23 What does it all mean?

Here’s some of the key Macquarie terminology you’ll come across during your time with us.

ACADEMIC ADVISER ELECTIVES PROGRAM OF STUDY A staff member available to give specific advice Units that students can choose to enrol in if The minimum sequence of required study related to a program of study and enrolment they have the appropriate prerequisite. that would enable a student to qualify for options. Academic advisers are available at EXCHANGE an award. enrolment and throughout the year. Approved studies completed at a university SESSION 1 ACADEMIC HONESTY other than a student’s home university, The first division of the academic year, A principle that all staff and students act as part of an official exchange agreement generally occurring between February with integrity in the creation, development, between Macquarie and a partner university. and June. application and use of ideas and FACULTY SESSION 2 information. Further information can be An administrative grouping of research and The second division of the academic found at mq.edu.au/academichonesty academic staff and students based on the year, generally occurring between August ACADEMIC YEAR area they teach and study. and November. Stay The academic year extends for exactly one FULL-TIME SESSION 3 calendar year from the first day of enrolment A full-time student is enrolled in units in an The third division of the academic year, for the first session of that sequence in a academic year which comprise at least 0.75 generally occurring between December given year. of an Equivalent Full-Time Study Load for and February. ALUMNI the course for which they are admitted. TRANSCRIPT connected People who have graduated from GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) The academic transcript is the official the University. The GPA is a calculated value that reflects and certified version of a student’s You’ll always be part of the Macquarie family through our alumni network. BACHELOR DEGREE the overall grades of a student in a academic record. The term commonly used to describe coursework program. It is based on the units UNIT the award issued by all higher education completed towards that program at and The units of study (also known as subjects) institutions on successful completion of a does not take into account any credit points comprising a program of study, each worth a GRADUATION DAY ALUMNI BENEFITS set program of undergraduate units. granted for advanced standing or non-award fixed number of credit points. Graduation is your end goal after many years of hard work and one of Macquarie alumni are part of a network that’s made up of more than CENSUS DATE study. The GPA is a calculation out of four. the most rewarding days of your life. 156,500 graduates living in more than 140 countries around the world. This is the date by which a student must The highest GPA that can be achieved is FIND OUT MORE 4.0, which indicates a student’s grades are Academic degrees are conferred at graduation ceremonies held in Graduates become a member of the Macquarie alumni community and discontinue their enrolment if they do not mq.edu.au/glossary Distinction or High Distinction. April and September on campus. These are formal events where are encouraged to stay connected and up-to-date. wish to be liable for HECS charges or tuition you’ll wear academic dress. Your family is invited to attend the Ongoing benefits include: fees for a unit. If a student remains enrolled GRADUATION after the census date, they will be liable for A formal ceremony at which a student’s ceremony and to be part of those all-important graduation photos. • access to our state-of-the-art Sport and Aquatic Centre at all associated HECS charges or tuition fees degree is conferred. When you’re nearing the end of your course, you’ll need to check your discounted membership for that unit. PART-TIME eligibility and that you’re on track to graduate. • free borrowing privileges and access to online publications at the CREDIT POINT A part-time student is enrolled in units in an library CAREER SERVICE Each unit of study is worth a specified academic year which comprise less than 0.75 The Career and Employment Service assists recent graduates in • our Global Alumni Network, which connects you with like-minded number of credit points. The credit point of an Equivalent Full-Time Student Load for finding a job. professionals all over the world value of a unit reflects the amount of work the course for which they are admitted. required in the unit. Each credit point in a Graduate positions are also advertised through the CareerHub • the Alumni Web Community enables you to register for events, PREREQUISITE session long unit generally requires three website, available only to Macquarie students and recent graduates. benefits and update your details and preferences A prerequisite is the required knowledge hours of study each week on that unit Graduates can make private appointments with the University’s • the Macquarie Alumni LinkedIn group lets you network with over or conditions that must be satisfied before (including class contact hours). career development staff to get advice. Visit mq.edu.au/careers 9000 fellow alumni in a wide range of industries. enrolment in a particular unit of study is permitted. Contact us T: (02) 9850 7310 E: [email protected] alumni.mq.edu.au Macquarie University Balaclava Rd, North Ryde NSW, Australia T: (02) 9850 7111 mq.edu.au Have a question? Visit ask.mq.edu.au

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