Choosing Macquarie University

1. Five Reasons to Choose Macquarie University
2. About Sydney

1. Five Reasons to Choose Macquarie University

High employment rates and starting salaries 

 For more than a decade, Macquarie’s graduate starting salaries have been amongst the highest in Australia (Good Universities Guide 1998 – 2011).


State-of-the-art facilities
  As a modern university, we offer the advantages of a range of new facilities, including a world-class library, new science laboratories, arts and media production spaces, a new hospital and an impressive sport and aquatic centre.

Research-inspired learning
  All of our programs and practices have been built around research-inspired learning and teaching. Through this framework you will be encouraged to interact with high-quality researchers and become involved in research and enhanced learning opportunities. 

Global opportunities  Extracurricular programs such as the Global Leadership Program (GLP) provide you with opportunities to enhance your degree in Australia and overseas through opportunities such as overseas exchange and volunteer programs.

Unique campus environment

  You’ll find everything you need on the 126 hectares of our parkland campus – from university housing to a sculpture park.

2. About Sydney

Facts about Sydney
• One of the most multicultural cities in the world
• Population of over four million people
• One of the most livable cities in the world

Further Sydney facts and figures can be found at the City of Sydney website.

Climate
Summer (Dec-Feb): Max 28.5 Celsius, Min 18.2 Celsius
Autumn (Mar-May): Max 22 Celsius, Min 14.5 Celsius
Winter (Jun- Aug): Max 16.8 Celsius, Min 8.6 Celsius
Spring (Sep- Nov): Max 21.7 Celsius, Min 13.3 Celsius

•    The wettest months are March to May.
•    The coldest month is July.
•    The hottest month is January.

 Current weather conditions can be viewed at the official government Bureau of Meteorology website. 

Read more about life in Sydney.