AUSTRALIA STUDY
ABROAD PROGRAMS
the city - sydney, Australia
Located on the southeast coast of Australia, Sydney is the country’s oldest and most important city. It grew from a small colony of 1,000 people in Sydney Cove to the largest city in Australia, with a population close to four million. It has become a vibrant, diverse city of vast economic power that has great skyscrapers, daring restaurants and heavenly beaches. The climate is temperate most of the time, and there are as much as 300 sunny days per year. The wettest months are March to May, and the hottest months are January and February.
Sydney has an excellent public transport system, with bus, train and ferry services throughout the city. The railway network spreads from Bondi Junction in the east to the Blue Mountains in the west. Residents travel easily from ocean beaches to lush national parks to Australia’s best shopping, restaurant and entertainment venues.
The University - MACquarie University
Macquarie University is a modern, sophisticated institution recognized for its innovative programs, academic achievement and high quality research. It is located in one of the most attractive and affluent areas in Sydney surrounded by quiet residential communities and Australia’s premier technology precinct. The location also offers a good transportation system that makes it easy to get from the University to the city center, either by train or bus.
The university’s student body of 33,000 includes 10,000 international students from 114 countries. Students can take classes in areas of study such as business, politics, international relations, media and communication, education and anthropology just to name few. There is also an internship program open to international students who wish to acquire credits for a non-paid internship in Sydney.
With a comprehensive library, computer labs, a student union and sports association, students are provided all of the necessary resources. An innovative university, Macquarie recognizes that students lead busy lifestyles. By providing online lectures (iLectures), students can listen to recordings of lectures on his/her own time helping students succeed academically.
Academics
Eligibility
Most majors; minimum sophomore standing; 2.5 GPA
Language
Courses are taught in English
Orientation
An orientation program is held the week before classes begin both semesters. The orientation program provides information on an extensive range of services and is mandatory for students. It includes visa-related matters, overseas student health coverage, accommodations, student clubs and societies, cultural and educational adjustment, student support programs, and other university services.
Courses Offered
Macquarie University is a comprehensive university offering courses in a wide range of subject areas. Generally courses are 3 credits, the equivalent of 4 U.S. credits and a full course load for the semester is 12 Macquarie credits (4 courses).
Grades do not transfer to Marquette University for this program. Only credits will transfer provided that a grade of “C” or higher is earned.
Visit the Macquarie course offerings page for more information.
Historic course equivalencies
Please note that the courses listed here have been approved in general for Marquette credit. However, because each individual academic record is unique, depending on the college, the major and courses taken previously, not every course will qualify to be used toward a Marquette degree. Therefore, current Marquette students must have prior approval from the their college office, before enrolling in these courses. Without this prior approval, any course taken at another institution will likely not be accepted toward the Marquette degree.
Housing
Macqaurie University Village offers a range of stylish, fully furnished apartments right on Macquarie University’s main campus. The Village was opened in 2000 and caters for a vibrant community of 894 residents. From studying to socializing, it offers everything you need to make the most of your university experience.
Features of Macquarie University Village:
- Fully furnished apartments
- Ensuite bathrooms in most bedrooms
- Exciting residential life program
- Range of convenient on-site facilities
- Fantastic on-campus location
- 24-hour support
DATES
Students are able to study at Macquarie University for a semester or full year. Typically the fall semester is early-July to mid-November, the spring semester is mid-February to mid-June.
| Spring 2012 | Fall 2012 | |
| Program begins | February 16 | July 19 |
| Orientation | Feb. 16-24 | July 19-27 |
| Classes begin | February 27 | July 30 |
| End of Semester | June 29 | December 3 |
Visa & travel
Exchange and study abroad students must enter Australia with a sub-class 575 student visa and not a tourist visa. Before they can apply for a visa students will need a letter of offer from Macquarie University and a Certificate of Enrollment (CoE). U.S. citizens can apply for visas online. The current charge for a student visa is A$550. Student visas automatically grant students permission to do paid work while studying (up to 20 hours per week while your course is in session and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks).
Students participating in this program are expected to make their own flight arrangements. You must wait until you have been officially accepted by Macquarie before purchasing airline tickets. Student Universe (www.studentuniverse.com) and STA Travel (www.statravel.com) are two travel agencies that can often help students find flexible, discounted tickets.
Costs
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*Other costs include an activity fee and estimated personal expenses.
Billing: Tuition and CISI Insurance costs are billed and paid through Marquette University’s Bursar Office. All other costs, including housing, are either paid directly to Macquarie by the student or are out of pocket expenses. Meeting Macquarie’s payment deadlines for any costs are the student’s responsibility.
Please note: All cost and financial information are provided to the best of our knowledge and should be considered as approximate estimates only.
Program type
This is a Marquette program, so most financial aid and scholarships apply. To learn more about how the program will affect your specific aid package, contact the Office of Student Financial Aid.
Office of International Education
