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STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE MQ.EDU.AU 13CANLEARN MOREABOUT AUSTRALIAChoose from some of our most popular units to explore the history and cultures of Australia, by learningabout Indigenous Australian culture, current news and political affairs, or the Australian media landscape.INTRODUCING INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIA (ABST1000)This unit offers a broad introduction to the history and culturesof Indigenous Australia, from an Indigenous standpoint. This unitpresents as a thought-provoking and challenging cultural experienceof Indigenous Australian history, culture and worldview and, as such,provides a solid theoretical foundation for anyone wishing to pursuefurther Indigenous studies.AUSTRALIAN AND GLOBAL SOCIETIES (SOCI1000)This is an exciting and innovative unit about Australian life andglobal societies. It also provides new and engaging ways to developyour understanding of the deep social relationships that bind ustogether and which, at the same time, underlie the expression ofconflict and inequality. In the unit we focus on key areas of sociallife such as family, gender and sexuality, religion, age, crime, media,work, globalisation and social policy.AUSTRALIAN POLITICS IN GLOBAL CONTEXT (POIR1010)In this unit, we introduce Australian politics through the lensof debates about globalisation and, in so doing, we examine keyAustralian political institutions, ideologies and contemporaryissues. What is globalisation and to what extent has it blurredthe boundaries between domestic and foreign policy issues?What is the nature of Australia’s key political institutions suchas the Constitution, the High Court, Federalism and Parliament?INTRODUCTION TO MEDIA AND MASS COMMUNICATIONS(MMCC1040)This unit addresses the major transformations and continuities inthe Australian and global media and communications environment.Interrogating the role of media in everyday life, in both local andglobal contexts, the unit offers a vital introduction to mediaand communications studies.

14 STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE MQ.EDU.AUCAN BEGLOBAL LEADERSGLOBAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAMAs a Study Abroad or Exchange student, you’ll have the opportunityto join Macquarie’s Global Leadership Program (GLP). The GLPwill provide you with unique opportunities to enhance your studyexperience by developing important leadership and interculturalskills. You will develop new friendships and grow your networkswhile becoming part of the Macquarie campus community.AWARD WINNING PROGRAMMacquarie’s Global Leadership Program (GLP) has been recognisedas Australia’s flagship tertiary global leadership program, receivingthe prestigious 2017 Institute of International Education awardfor Innovation in International Education – ‘Internationalisingthe Campus’, as well as the StudyNSW (NSW Government) 2018International Student Community Engagement Award.YOU WILL BE ABLE TO: easily complete the program over one, or two semesters choose four workshops (Colloquia) from a variety of topics attend free GLP keynote speaker events where you’ll hear fromsenior diplomats, innovators, and leadersOPTIONAL EXTRAS INCLUDE: day trips to multicultural areas of Sydney a conference held in Canberra (Domestic Symposium)HOW TO JOINThere is no cost to join or complete the GLP, and there are noassessments or academic entry requirements. Students whocomplete the program requirements receive a certificate, GLPtranscript and reference letter. Please note, some optional activitiesmay incur a subsided cost and require a competitive application.Find out more at mq.edu.au/glp

STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE MQ.EDU.AU 15LIFE CUSTOMISEDFORVIBRANT AND DYNAMIC STUDENT LIFEUniversity is about much more than graduating with a degree. It’salso about awakening your adventurous side and trying new things,creating networks on campus and around the globe and, mostimportantly, making friendships that last for life. Orientation – A week-long Orientation program runs the weekbefore classes start. You can find out about student groups,support services and extra-curricular programs while meetingnew friends from around the world. Student clubs – With more than 130 student groups and sportsclubs, Macquarie offers ample opportunities to meet new people,experience other cultures, test ideas and develop personal skills. Competitive and social sports – If you enjoy team sports,competitions run each session and include sports such asbasketball, futsal, netball and touch football. Our sports clubsalso offer a range of competitive and beginner programs inAustralian Football League (AFL), cheerleading, cricket,soccer, skiing and many more.COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT AND SERVICESStudying at university is an exciting time but adjusting to universitylife can sometimes be challenging. To help out, Macquarie offers arange of resources and support programs that you can access whileon campus. Mentors Program – one of Australia’s longest-running peersupport programs, helping you adjust to university life and findyour way around the campus.mq.edu.au/mentors Learning Skills Unit – free workshops, drop-ins and onlineresources to help with academic writing, referencing, examstrategies and more.mq.edu.au/learningskills Student Wellbeing – offers a suite of health and wellbeingservices including counselling, disability, welfare, advocacy,medical and religious support.mq.edu.au/wellbeing Medical clinic – on-campus General Practice (GP) clinic in ourown Macquarie teaching hospital offering comprehensive andconvenient healthcare services for you during your studies.

16 STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE MQ.EDU.AUYOUR SECONDHOME BUILTFORSafe, supportive and fun accommodation makes all the difference to youruniversity experience. The friendly team at Macquarie Accommodation Servicescan help you find the best housing options for you, including female-only ormale-only accommodation.If you need a temporary place to stay when you first arrive, we can help you withthat as well. We will even pick you up from the airport in Sydney – for free.mq.edu.au/accommodationGETTING TO AND FROM CAMPUSMacquarie’s campus is located just 15 kilometres from Sydney’s city centre. Once you have arrived, you will discover that Sydney’s publictransport system is safe, efficient and easy to use. Macquarie University even has its own Metro station. In peak times, a train leavesevery 4 minutes so you don’t need a timetable – you can just turn up and go. The Metro line connects to Chatswood Station and fromthere you can change to a train bound for the city stations (Wynyard, Town Hall and Central). Bus routes also connect the campus topopular Sydney destinations including the world-famous Bondi Beach, the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Town Hall.FREQUENT TRAINS TO THE CITYCentral (City Centre)Town Hall (City Centre)Wynyard (City Centre)Milsons PointNorth SydneyWavertonWollstonecraftSt LeonardsArtarmonChatswoodNorth RydeMacquarie ParkMacquarie UniversityEppingCheltenhamBeecroftPennant HillsThornleighNormanhurstHornsbytransportnsw.info

STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE MQ.EDU.AU 17ESTIMATED LIVING COSTWeekly cost* (AUD)Rent (on-campus or off-campus) 145 – 485 per weekPhone and internet 20 – 50Entertainment 50 – 100Food and groceries 80 – 200Public transport 10 – 50Dunmore Lang College is an all-inclusive college with a strong focuson artistic, recreational and educational pursuits. Full board options,gym membership and tutoring are included.Robert Menzies College offers both self-catered and fully cateredaccommodation in private, fully furnished study bedrooms withshared bathrooms or private ensuites.PHOTO: DAVID ROUSE,THE PHOTOGRAPHY BUSINESSPHOTO: DAVID ROUSE,THE PHOTOGRAPHY BUSINESS*Costs are indicative only and will vary according to your lifestyle and preferences.PHOTO: ANTHONY BURNSMacquarie University Village combines independent,apartment-style living with a busy social events calendar anda 24-hour support network.Living expensesMorling Residential College is a 100-bed facility situated next toMacquarie. It offers a wide range of affordable accommodationoptions, from catered to independent living.PHOTO: SHU YEUNGFeaturing 22 self-catered, fully furnished, two-storey townhouses,Herring Road Apartments is situated on campus across the roadfrom the Macquarie Centre shopping complex.Located within walking distance to campus, Dayman Apartmentsoffers modern facilities and a secure and quiet environment inwhich to live and study.Iglu offers modern student accommodation right next to ChatswoodStation, a 10-minute train ride to Macquarie University and only 20minutes to central Sydney.

18 STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE MQ.EDU.AUFrequentlyasked questionsWHAT ARE THE ADMISSIONREQUIREMENTS?You’ll need a WAM of 60% for admissionto the Study Abroad or Exchange program.Certified transcripts from your homeinstitution/recognised representativeare required, along with proof of Englishproficiency at IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) anda copy of your passport.DO I NEED A VISA?Yes, a student visa, or appropriatealternative, is required for your stay inAustralia. Macquarie University willprovide a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE)for the student visa application when youaccept your offer. For personalised visainformation, contact the Department ofHome Affairs.I AM A POSTGRADUATE STUDENT,CAN I STUDY AT MACQUARIE?Macquarie University offers stimulatingsubjects at both undergraduate andpostgraduate level. If you have completedyour bachelor studies and are currentlystudying or about to start a masters degree,choose from our postgraduate units.homeaffairs.gov.auI AM STILL AT HIGH SCHOOL,CAN I JOIN THE STUDY ABROADPROGRAM AT MACQUARIE?If you’re not currently going to universityand don’t want to commit to a long-termdegree, you can enrol in the Study Abroadprogram at Macquarie. Undertaking asemester or two at Macquarie will allowyou to explore different areas of studywithout tying yourself down to a particularuniversity or major.HOW DO I TRANSFER CREDIT?As a general guide, the four-unit program atMacquarie is equivalent to 16 credits (USA)or 30 ECTS (Europe). Upon completionof your studies at Macquarie, you will beprovided with an official transcript of yourresults. Always check with your homeuniversity whether you can transfer StudyAbroad or Exchange credit towards yourdegree before applying.DO I NEED HEALTH INSURANCE?Yes, all international students studying inAustralia must have an appropriate level ofhealth insurance for the duration of theirstudies. For most students, this meanstaking out Overseas Student Health Cover(OSHC) with a government-approvedprovider. Allianz is Macquarie University’schosen provider of OSHC, and we willorganise your policy on your behalf.mq.edu.au/health-coverCAN I WORK WHILE I’M STUDYING?As an international student visa holderin Australia, you’re entitled to work up to40 hours per fortnight (two-week period)during academic semesters and unlimitedhours during scheduled semester breaks.Casual and part-time job opportunitiescan be found on campus or in the nearbyMacquarie Centre shopping complex, andthe University’s Career and EmploymentService can provide free assistancewith perfecting your résumé andpractising your interview skills.Questions?Ask us anything STUDY ABROADT: 61 (2) 9850 7346E: ANGET: 61 (2) 9850 7346E: mi.exchange@mq.edu.aumq.edu.au/exchange

STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE MQ.EDU.AU 19How to applySTUDY ABROADSTUDENTSChoose youracademic optionEXCHANGESTUDENTSYour home universitywill nominate you as anexchange student andprovide you with the onlineapplication link.STEP 1: APPLY ONLINE Complete the online application form Upload your certified academic transcripts, proof of Englishlanguage proficiency (if applicable) and passport copyIMPORTANT DATESSESSION 1FEBRUARY: Classes commencePlease note: Compulsory orientationand enrolment is held the week beforeclasses commenceAPRIL: Mid-session break (2 weeks)JUNE: Exam periodAPPLY BY 30 NOVEMBERSTEP 2: ACCEPT YOUR OFFEROnce we have assessed your application we’ll send anoffer within two weeks. Simply accept your offer and pay yourtuition fees (if applicable) minus any scholarship. You alsoneed to provide a copy of your Overseas Students HealthCover (OSHC).STEP 3: PLAN YOUR TRAVEL Apply for your visa as soon as you receive your Confirmationof Enrolment (CoE) from Macquarie Buy your plane tickets and pack your bags!SESSION 2JULY: Classes commencePlease note: Compulsory orientationand enrolment is held the week beforeclasses commenceSEPTEMBER: Mid-session break (2 weeks)NOVEMBER: Exam periodAPPLY BY 30 MAYSTEP 4: ARRIVE FOR ORIENTATION (O WEEK)Arrive for orientation, one week before classesFind out more atmq.edu.au/important-dates

Macquarie UniversityNorth Ryde NSW 2109mq.edu.auAt Macquarie, we have discovered the humanequation for success. By knocking down thewalls between departments, and unitingthe powerhouses of research and industry,human collaboration can flourish. This is theexponential power of our collective, wherepotential is multiplied by a campus andcurriculum designed to foster collaborationfor the benefit of everyone. Because we believewhen we all work together, we multiply ourability to achieve remarkable things.That’s YOU to the power of us.PHOTOS: Joanne Stephan, Chris Stacey and Morris McLennan unless otherwise noted.This document has been prepared by Macquarie International, Macquarie University.It is correct as at the date of publication in March 2020, but the University reserves theright to vary or withdraw any general information.CRICOS Provider 00002J MI200226

for Study Abroad students. Under this scholarship, Macquarie University will provide up to AU 1,000 to each successful student as a one-off payment to be applied towards the student's Study Abroad tuition fee. TUITION FEES Study Abroad students are required to pay a fee in advance that includes tuition and administration fees. Please speak to .