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Australia QS Top 150 Est. 1964

Macquarie University

Sydney, Australia

Indicative tuition / year

A$32,000 – A$46,000

English requirement

IELTS 6.0 – 6.5 overall

Global ranking

QS Top 150

Main intakes

February · July

Overview

Studying at Macquarie University

Macquarie University is located in Sydney, Australia, and was established in 1964. It is placed in the qs top 150, and is part of the Next Campus partner network for Australia.

International students at Macquarie University can expect indicative tuition of A$32,000 – A$46,000 per year depending on the program chosen. Typical English language entry is IELTS 6.0 – 6.5 overall or an accepted equivalent such as PTE Academic, TOEFL or, at many institutions, a Duolingo English Test or Medium of Instruction letter.

Australia allows international students to work 48 hours per fortnight during study periods, unlimited during scheduled course breaks, and graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) — 2 to 3 years for most graduates. Our counsellors assess your specific eligibility before you accept any offer.

Macquarie University campus illustration, Sydney

Illustration of Macquarie University, Sydney — Next Campus original artwork.

Study areas

Popular fields for international students

These are the subject areas our students most commonly apply to at Macquarie University. Ask us for the exact program list, module structures and current entry requirements for your intake.

Business & Management

Foundation / PathwayBachelor's degreeMaster's degreePhD / Research

Accounting & Finance

Foundation / PathwayBachelor's degreeMaster's degreePhD / Research

Computer Science & IT

Foundation / PathwayBachelor's degreeMaster's degreePhD / Research

Media & Communication

Foundation / PathwayBachelor's degreeMaster's degreePhD / Research

Nursing & Health Sciences

Foundation / PathwayBachelor's degreeMaster's degreePhD / Research

Psychology & Social Sciences

Foundation / PathwayBachelor's degreeMaster's degreePhD / Research
Entry requirements

What you will need

Academic
Completed secondary schooling for undergraduate entry, or a recognised bachelor's degree for postgraduate entry. Minimum grade requirements vary by program — send us your transcripts and we will confirm eligibility for your exact course.
English language
IELTS 6.0 – 6.5 overall, or an accepted equivalent. Many programs also accept PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, Duolingo English Test or an approved Medium of Instruction letter.
Financial evidence
Evidence of A$29,710 for 12 months of living costs, plus tuition and travel costs
Visa
Student visa (subclass 500) — application fee A$2,500 (primary applicant). Varies by provider and country; typically 4–12 weeks.
Health cover
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) required for the full duration of your visa

Requirements shown are indicative and vary by program and intake. Next Campus confirms current requirements directly with the institution before submitting any application.

Scholarships

Macquarie University offers awards including Macquarie Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships. Eligibility, value and deadlines change every intake — we check which awards you qualify for as part of your free assessment and apply on your behalf where possible.

Free application support

Want to apply to Macquarie University?

Send us your academic documents and we will confirm your eligibility, check which scholarships you qualify for, and lodge the application for you — at no cost.

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