International applications

Find everything you need to know about becoming an undergraduate or postgraduate student at Macquarie University.

You’re considered an international student if you do not have any of the following:

• Australian or New Zealand citizenship
• Australian permanent resident status
• a permanent Australian humanitarian visa.

1. Choose your course

2. Check entry requirements

• See if your current qualification is recognised and convert your current qualification score into an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
• Ensure you meet the English language requirements for your chosen course.
• Check if you’re eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL).

3. Apply

• directly to Macquarie University online
• via Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) International, if you are an international applicant currently completing an Australian Year 12 qualification, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or the New Zealand NCEA Level 3 qualification.
• through an authorised agent. Approved representitives can help you with your application and may offer package plans to add value to the standard package. Macquarie University only accepts applications from official representatives under contract to provide professional and reliable advice.

4. Receive your offer

If you receive an offer – congratulations and welcome to Macquarie! To secure your place, all you need to do is accept your offer. Details on completing your enrolment will be provided prior to your program commencement.

Diplomas and pathway programs

Gain the skills and confidence to succeed in your undergraduate studies.

More about pathway programs

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Get credit for your prior study, work experience, community work and more.

Learn about RPL

Gather your forms and documentation

You must provide correct documentation when you apply. Learn how to certify documents, and access supplementary forms.

See documentation information