Macquarie University
International students
General admission requirements
As an international student completing one of the following qualifications in 2025, you’ll apply for admission to Macquarie through UAC, and you’ll be selected on the basis of your performance in these studies (ie your ATAR or equivalent):
- an Australian Year 12 qualification (either from outside or within Australia)
- an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma (either from outside or within Australia)
- a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) level 3.
When assessing your application, Macquarie may take any or all of your qualifications or attempts at study into account.
Macquarie University College
Located on Macquarie’s Wallumattagal Campus in Macquarie Park, the College offers diplomas and foundation-level studies.
Developed specifically to meet Macquarie’s entry requirements, our pathway programs are designed so that on successful completion, you can seamlessly transition to the first or second year of your undergraduate degree, as long as you meet the entry requirements.
If you have an ATAR or equivalent below the lowest selection rank for your desired undergraduate degree, but you’ve performed well in Year 12 subjects relevant to the degree you’re applying for, you may still be eligible to receive an offer.
As a student at our College, you’re a Macquarie student from day one. You’re instantly part of our vibrant university community with countless opportunities to connect with like-minded people.
Macquarie Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Scheme – International Year 12 applicants
The Macquarie Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Scheme considers your Year 11 academic performance alongside your extracurricular activities, casual work experience and community involvement to assess your eligibility for an early offer into a Macquarie degree.
Fees
Fees for international students are set annually and calculated on a per credit point basis based on the course of study.
To find out more about Macquarie's fees, visit the Macquarie University website.
Most students are also required to pay a Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). In 2025 these are:
- full-time students – $182.50 per half year ($365 annually)
- part-time students – $136.87 per half year ($273.74 annually).
Your stay in Australia
It’s a requirement of the Department of Home Affairs that prospective international students demonstrate they have sufficient funds while living in Australia. Living costs include items such as:
- accommodation (including rental bond)
- electricity and/or gas
- entertainment
- food
- personal and household items
- telephone and internet bills
- transport (bus/train).
To find out more about living expenses in Australia, visit the Macquarie University website.
During your stay in Australia, you’re permitted to work for up to 40 hours per fortnight during teaching periods, and unlimited hours outside teaching periods. Certain categories of voluntary or unpaid work is included in this total, and work undertaken as part of your course isn’t included. You shouldn’t rely on working to fund your tuition or living expenses while in Australia, as work can’t be guaranteed and spending a large amount of time working may adversely affect your studies. Applications for work visas can only be submitted after you’ve arrived in Australia and started your classes. The Department of Home Affairs determines work entitlement for students.
To find out more about working while studying, visit the Macquarie University website.
Before you’re granted a student visa, the Australian Government must be satisfied that you have appropriate accommodation, support and general welfare arrangements in place for the period that you’ll be under 18 years of age while in Australia. Macquarie University accepts responsibility for welfare arrangements for international students who are under 18 years of age.
To find out more about Australian Government requirements, visit the Department of Home Affairs website.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is insurance for international students that helps with the costs of medical and hospital care that may be required while they’re in Australia. OSHC does not cover dental treatment.
Macquarie University’s preferred provider is Medibank.
The Australian Government requires all international students on a student visa and their dependants to purchase an approved policy from an Australian registered health fund for the duration of their visas. OSHC is not included in tuition fees.
General information for Macquarie University
Location
Ground Floor, 18 Wally's Walk, Macquarie University,
North Ryde NSW 2109