Macquarie University

About the provider

Type of provider: University

Established in 1964, Macquarie University provides transformative and practical learning experiences to its students to help them better the world around them. The university is ranked in the top 126 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2027) and ranked in the top 10 universities in Australia (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026).Located in Sydney, the university has 3,000 teaching staff who welcome more than 44,000 students from over 115 countries. Macquarie offers more than 150 degrees across multiple disciplines, including the wide range of one-year master's degrees in Australia. The university also offers a variety of double degrees, so students can combine interests and diversify their career prospects. In recent years, the university has invested more than AUD 1 billion in its world-class, 126-hectare, green campus. It is equipped with advanced digital facilities and extensive support services, as well as being the only Australian university with an on-campus private hospital and its own metro station.Macquarie is uniquely located in the heart of Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct with over 300 companies - which enables students to connect with future employers in some of the country’s leading organisations while studying. The prime location empowers students to engage directly with leading employers through internships, collaborative projects, and networking, seamlessly integrating study with real-world career preparation. Macquarie University’s strong industry partnerships and “Work-Related Learning approach” of teaching are reflected in the success of its graduates - it is currently ranked number ten in Australia for graduate outcomes and employer reputation in the QS World University Rankings 2027, highlighting its commitment to preparing students for the workforce.