Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia) : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details | Top Universities
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# =133QS World University Rankings

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496Undergraduate programs

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215Postgraduate programs

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39,600 AUDTuition Fee/year

About Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia)

Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.

With world-leading facilities, industry connections, flexible curriculum, and an award-winning internship program, graduates get the real-world experience they need to get ahead.

Where collaboration meets innovation
Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students including 10,000 international students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable and built for collaboration.

Building successful graduates
Renowned for our expertise in arts, business, engineering, health, human sciences, medicine and science, we offer a wide range of exceptional undergraduate, postgraduate and higher degree research degrees that are informed by our world leading research discoveries. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year to international students to undertake studies along with the option for both domestic and international students to study short-term or on a semester long exchange at one of our many global university partners.

Accelerate your potential
With over 300 leading companies located on or around the Macquarie campus, our students are able to tap into industry connections that give them an edge in their future careers. With degrees designed in consultation with industry and a focus on practical, ‘real world’ learning, our students graduate with the skills and experience that employers are looking for.

Macquarie graduates stand out from the crowd through their participation in programs like Participation and Community Engagement (PACE) and the Global Leadership Program, both of which offer students the chance to build develop practical professional and leadership skills in work and community environments both within Australia and around the globe.  Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study.

When you graduate from Macquarie University, you join a talented and diverse global community of 220,000 individuals. We're proud of our alumni — many of whom have gone on to make valuable contributions to society in Australia and around the world.

Flexible foundations and pathways
The Macquarie University College offers a seamless pathway into our undergraduate degrees for students who are seeking a flexible entry option. Bridging the gap between secondary school and university, the College brings together foundation, diploma and English language programs. With everything all in the one place on our campus, students can enjoy being part of our vibrant community from the very beginning.

Explore the possibilities
Discover where a Macquarie degree can take you. Visit mq.edu.au

About Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia)

Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.

With world-leading facilities, industry connections, flexible curriculum, and an award-winning internship program, graduates get the real-world experience they need to get ahead.

Where collaboration meets innovation
Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students including 10,000 international students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable and built for collaboration.

Building successful graduates
Renowned for our expertise in arts, business, engineering, health, human sciences, medicine and science, we offer a wide range of exceptional undergraduate, postgraduate and higher degree research degrees that are informed by our world leading research discoveries. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year to international students to undertake studies along with the option for both domestic and international students to study short-term or on a semester long exchange at one of our many global university partners.

Accelerate your potential
With over 300 leading companies located on or around the Macquarie campus, our students are able to tap into industry connections that give them an edge in their future careers. With degrees designed in consultation with industry and a focus on practical, ‘real world’ learning, our students graduate with the skills and experience that employers are looking for.

Macquarie graduates stand out from the crowd through their participation in programs like Participation and Community Engagement (PACE) and the Global Leadership Program, both of which offer students the chance to build develop practical professional and leadership skills in work and community environments both within Australia and around the globe.  Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study.

When you graduate from Macquarie University, you join a talented and diverse global community of 220,000 individuals. We're proud of our alumni — many of whom have gone on to make valuable contributions to society in Australia and around the world.

Flexible foundations and pathways
The Macquarie University College offers a seamless pathway into our undergraduate degrees for students who are seeking a flexible entry option. Bridging the gap between secondary school and university, the College brings together foundation, diploma and English language programs. With everything all in the one place on our campus, students can enjoy being part of our vibrant community from the very beginning.

Explore the possibilities
Discover where a Macquarie degree can take you. Visit mq.edu.au

Available programs

Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.

With world-leading facilities, industry connections, flexible curriculum, and an award-winning internship program, graduates get the real-world experience they need to get ahead.

Renowned for our expertise in areas like business, health and medical sciences, we offer a wide range of exceptional undergraduate, postgraduate and higher degree research degrees that are informed by our world leading research discoveries.

Macquarie offers undergraduate courses in the following areas:

  • Accounting
  • Actuarial Studies
  • Biotechnology
  • Business
  • Chemistry
  • Chiropractic
  • Commerce
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Environmental Science
  • Information Technology
  • International Relations
  • International Communications
  • Law
  • Linguistics
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Media
  • Psychology 
  • Study Abroad and Exchange (short-term programs)


Flexible foundations and pathways

The Macquarie University College offers a seamless pathway into our undergraduate degrees for students who are seeking a flexible entry option. Bridging the gap between secondary school and university, the College brings together foundation, diploma and English language programs. With everything all in the one place on our campus, students can enjoy being part of our vibrant community from the very beginning.

More information on our range of undergraduate degrees can be found on our website.

Bachelor of Arts

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Bachelor of Music

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Bachelor of Laws

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Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.
With world-leading facilities, industry connections, flexible curriculum, and an award-winning internship program, graduates get the real-world experience they need to get ahead.

Renowned for our expertise in areas like business, health and medical sciences, we offer a wide range of exceptional undergraduate, postgraduate and higher degree research degrees that are informed by our world leading research discoveries.

Postgraduate degrees are offered in the following areas: 

  • Media and creative arts
  • Society, languages, history and culture
  • Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism
  • Law
  • Business
  • Education and teaching
  • Linguistics, speech and hearing
  • Psychology
  • Science
  • Environment
  • Engineering and information technology
  • Health and medical sciences


  More information on our range of postgraduate degrees can be found on our website.

Master of Finance

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Juris Doctor

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Master of Laws

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University information

General

6.5+
83+
180+
58+
26+
80+
1140+
22+
680+
303+
3+

Bachelor

83+
1050+
75+
6.5+

Master

4+
6.5+
23,654
80%
20%
8,326
65%
35%
1,494
48%
52%

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

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International Students

39,600 AUD
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Rankings & ratings

Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia) is one of the top public universities in Sydney, Australia. It is ranked #=133 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #233
  • 2014
    #263
  • 2015
    #=254
  • 2016
    #=229
  • 2017
    #=247
  • 2018
    #=240
  • 2019
    #=250
  • 2020
    #237
  • 2021
    #214
  • 2022
    #200
  • 2023
    #=195
  • 2024
    #=130
  • 2025
    #=133

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