About Macquarie University

• Macquarie University is an innovative institution dedicated to producing quality graduate outcomes. The university is at the forefront of pathbreaking research with state of the art facilities.
• Macquarie now has 12 National Centres of Excellence dating back to 1988. The university has earned its reputation as the top ranking university in the field of engineering & technology as well as Chemistry/Biochemistry.
• Macquarie is engaged in constructive research cooperation programs with CSIRO, industry and the private sector. The university leads the way in the commercilaisation of scientific knowledge. The sale of Radiata (wireless Broadband communication) to CISCO systems and the technological development of the North Ryde - North Sydney precinct is Macquarie's commitment to the commercialisation of science.
• Macquarie's student enrolment exceeds 29,000, including 7,000 onshore international students. The university aims to extend its reach and influence in the Asia-Pacific region as part of its internationalisation policy.As part of its international vision, Macquarie aims to become a 'borderless university'.

The university's international goals include :

• World class teaching outcomes and facilities
• Increased international research cooperation
• The internationalisation of higher education
• Developing Macquarie into a university of international standing
• Forming strategic partnerships with new partner institutions across the globe
• And promoting leadership and international benchmarking at all levels of the university.

Macquarie supports international exchanges as a means to provide its students and staff with a global outlook because this opens the door to international opportunities. Over 1200 students last year have benefited from the Macquarie experience. In addition, Macquarie Travel Scholarships provide the flexibility to travel while learning. Macquarie's study abroad programs are flexible.

Semester Dates for Macquarie are as follows :

Semester 1 : End of February to the End of June

Semester 2 : End of July to the End of November

The university offers special courses for international students interested in all things Australian. You can study courses such as Aboriginal or Australian Studies, Australian Cultural Studies, Australian History, Australian Media, Australian Society or Australian Politics.

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