Choose Macquarie University to Study in Sydney

  Australia

• Sydney: 
Sydney

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring 
Dates: throughout the year

Description: Macquarie University is internationally recognized for the quality of its teaching and research. The University is set on beautiful parklands which also serve as a large sculpture park. A thoroughly international university - Macquarie University has one of the fastest growth rates for overseas student on-shore and off-shore, and is the fourth biggest recipient of Study Abroad students. It was selected by OECD as having the best practice in internationalization of the curriculum.

* Choose a leading research university - Macquarie University is ranked as one of the top 5 or 6 performers in Australia in per capital terms for Australian Research Council grants. The Centers of Excellence - Since 1998, Macquarie has won 11 National Centers of Excellence, especially in high technology fields.

* Choose Macquarie for exceptional success in postgraduate studies - Macquarie has achieved exceptional success in postgraduate studies. The Macquarie Graduate School of Management (MGSM) is ranked by the London Financial Times in 2007 as first in Australia and among the top 40 business schools in the world for executive education.

* Choose Macquarie for best practice rankings - Macquarie has won more best practice ranking's for technology-aided teaching than any other institution in successive national surveys, with award winning e-learning projects and a very high ranking in the Preparing Students for an E-World survey. The staff - 65% of staff hold doctoral qualifications, higher than the national average.

Highlights: Australia's innovative university, Macquarie University began in Sydney in 1964. From the start the University has focused on the highest quality teaching and research. It is known internationally for its ground-breaking research in areas as diverse as biology, earth sciences, laser physics, mathematics, ancient history, psychology, linguistics, management and education.

Picture yourself studying at a prestigious Australian university such as Macquarie University for one or two semesters, taking courses for full credit transfer back to your home institution, immersing yourself in multi-cultural splendor and academic excellence and fulfilling that travel dream at the same time. Or you can picture yourself studying in Australia for the duration of your full degree program and get total immersion in Australian culture and lifestyle. Either way, you know that you are getting top quality and world class education with Macquarie University!

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Price of the programs varies, please contact us

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Australia Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available.

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is 3-6 months

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Macquarie University's Mission Statement: Macquarie University was established in 1964, with an aim to forge a bold new direction for Australian higher education: to explore new possibilities in teaching methods, research and technology to prepare students for success in a rapidly changing world. The University is committed to scholarly, flexible, technology-enhanced and interdisciplinary study, as well as vigorous engagement with industry, commerce and the international community. It aims to be the innovative and entrepreneurial Australian university, distinguished by excellence in teaching and learning, and community and global outreach.

Year Founded: 1964