Macquarie VC’s welcome Contents gives you more There are many good reasons why you should consider Macquarie leading the way 4 Macquarie for your university studies. Macquarie has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research Our outstanding reputation 6 and innovation. This ensures our graduates continue to be some of Macquarie essentials 7 Macquarie is Australia’s the most sought-after and highly paid professionals in the world. best modern university, Introducing our faculties 8 so you will graduate with an As an advanced research institution with strong links to government, industry and the community, Macquarie attracts internationally recognised and academics at the cutting-edge of their disciplines. Many of We teach learning for life 10 respected degree these academics, both world-class researchers and winners of prestigious national teaching awards, will be your teachers. Experience Macquarie’s curriculum difference 12 In recent times over $1 billion has been invested in the campus Through our unique learning to offer you state-of-the-art facilities. These include our new Be part of our vibrant experiences you will graduate library, refurbished teaching and research spaces, a fully equipped campus community 16 with outstanding skills, be gymnasium complete with an Olympic-sized swimming pool, well-rounded, seek to learn and hospital with associated research facilities. Be a global citizen everywhere you go, and be get an edge in life 18 Macquarie has also been named Australia’s best modern ready to take on the world university. The QS World University Rankings ‘Top 50 Under 50’ Our partners your passport 20 placed Macquarie first among the nation’s universities under 50 years of age. Our campus is surrounded Our graduates go places 22 With interdisciplinary degrees offering superb opportunities to by leading multinational Spotlight on our alumni 23 companies, giving you broaden your education as well as the ability to specialise in your unparalleled access to area of interest, a Macquarie education will give you outstanding Be part of our graduate success 24 internships, which provides skills and experiences that will help you succeed throughout the industry experience your career. We’re with you all the way 26 employers look for I look forward to welcoming you in 2014. Real-life flexibility study Warm regards, as a non-current school leaver 30 Recent investments of more Living on campus than $1 billion in facilities convenience and community 32 and infrastructure – which include our state-of-the-art Our bonus points really add up 34 library, our science and media Professor S Bruce Dowton facilities, and the Australian Vice-Chancellor How much it will cost 36 School of Advanced Medicine Our scholarships – ensure you have access to the your financial boost 37 best technology and facilities How to apply your future starts here 38 You will love the park-like campus where there is always a Tread your own path 40 spot for quiet study or catching up with friends among the lush We give you true study flexibility 41 green surrounds Our train station gets you here faster 42 Campus map 43 With the most generous Brighten your future with international student our world-class degrees 44 exchange program in Australia you have the opportunity to Important dates 50 study all around the world 2 Study at Macquarie 2014 WRIGHT PAUL PHOTOS: Study at Macquarie 2014 3 Location, location, location BRETT CORNISH PHOTO: Not only will you be studying in 126 hectares of park-like Indulge your passions campus just 15 kilometres from Sydney’s CBD, you will also Macquarie leading the way At Macquarie we encourage you to indulge have the advantage of attending university in the heart of your passions. Australia’s largest high-technology precinct. Macquarie is renowned for excellence in interdisciplinary research and teaching, our unique • We do this through flexible unit selection, internal Because of our location, our degrees offer outstanding degree transfers, timetabling and teaching approach to learning, our highly skilled graduates and our first-class facilities. integration with industry, providing you with a superior methods – because we know that balance is learning environment, enhanced internship opportunities, important in life. and greater exposure to the job market prior to graduation. • Because of our interdisciplinary approach and our World-class degrees Real-world learning flexibility, you can tailor your degree to suit your Macquarie University equips you with a global mindset and an internationally A Macquarie education is also about far more than interests – undertake a double degree, participate respected degree. classroom learning; it’s about real-world learning. in one of our leadership programs, or undertake research before you graduate. • Our degrees help you develop creative problem-solving and critical thinking skills • When you experience a Macquarie education you – capabilities that will benefit you now and in the future. don’t just learn from textbooks, you learn from Our graduates get great jobs • All of our degrees have been developed with graduate outcomes in mind – they internationally renowned researchers, through Today’s employers want graduates who can adapt offer both specialisation and breadth of learning to ensure you explore your collaboration with industry, and through our throughout their career – not just graduates with intellectual, social and creative capacity. unique PACE (Participation and Community a qualification. Engagement) program, so that you can see the BUTLER COREY PHOTO: An interdisciplinary approach practical application of your knowledge in real-life • Industry professionals tell us Macquarie graduates are Macquarie pioneered interdisciplinary study – an approach which teaches you organisations and environments. an asset to their work environment. As a graduate World-leading research to think more broadly, to tackle the big questions in life and the things that really you will have the ability to adapt to a rapidly Macquarie is home to internationally renowned researchers, many of who will be matter to society. Renowned teachers changing workplace gained through practical At Macquarie we know that experiencing experience and world-class degrees. CEOs around your teachers. • Many of the world’s greatest achievements and innovations have resulted from an interdisciplinary and hands-on research and teaching the world rank Macquarie in the top 5 Australian • In the recent Australian Government’s Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) interdisciplinary approach. This is why a Macquarie degree will benefit you now gives you the lifelong skills for a real-world career. We universities for their graduate recruitment. evaluation we achieved the maximum 5 rating – outstanding performance well and into the future. translate what we learn in our research, and through above world standard – in three science disciplines: Earth sciences, environmental • Though you might not yet know exactly what you want to do with your life, collaboration with industry, into what we teach you. sciences, and physical sciences. In total, 85 per cent of Macquarie’s research activity and you’ll probably change jobs throughout your career, this approach to • When you study at our world-class university you’ll was rated as performing at world standard or higher. learning – being able to think on your feet across problems – will definitely learn from passionate researchers such as climate give you an edge. leader Lesley Hughes, historian Professor David The finest facilities Christian, and internationally respected marine Over $1 billion has been invested in the campus to offer you the very best facilities. scientist Professor Rob Harcourt. • Our new library – unique in this country – houses Australia’s first library robots, our FACILITY FOCUS Australian Hearing Hub • You’ll also learn from teachers who have been teaching and research spaces have been refurbished, our fully equipped gymnasium comes complete with an Olympic-sized swimming pool, and our private hospital is In the Australian Hearing recognised through the Australian Awards for Hub Macquarie brings University Teaching. In recent years, several of our High starting salaries Australia’s most technologically advanced on a university campus. together some of the most outstanding teachers have received awards When you graduate, you can expect an excellent country’s best researchers for teaching excellence. employment rate and high starting salary. Green campus and service providers to BUTLER COREY PHOTOS: • Nearly 94 per cent of our graduates under the age The Australian newspaper ranks Macquarie the greenest university in New South Wales. advance research, education Find out how real-world learning of 25 are employed full-time within six months of • Over the last decade we have received numerous awards for our holistic approach and innovation into hearing and language disorders. sets you up for life completing their study, with many earning above to sustainability including the 2010 NSW Green Globe Public Sector Award and the futurestudent.mq.edu.au/undergraduate the national average starting salary. 2012 Green Lifestyle Large Business Award. 4 Study at Macquarie 2014 Study at Macquarie 2014 5 Our outstanding Macquarie reputation essentials Established in 1964 CEOs around the world rank Macquarie University in the 38,000 students and top 5 Australian 1300 academic staff universities for their graduate recruitment New York Times survey 2012 145,000 alumni