Tips: It is a very good university and the faculty members are very good. There was no cultural shift. I got the scholarship while I was enrolling at the university. The environment is good and people are very helpful over here. If you face any kind of stress people are here to help you out. Talking about the country it's a bit too early to comment but so far it's good. Also, almost every food contains beef. At a minimum, you have to spend around 10 Dollars for good food. I prefer cooking because it saves a lot of money. I prefer eating at home and if you want to buy groceries, you can get it from Aldi and Coles. I am very satisfied with the university.

Reviewed on 23 Sep 2024Read more

Anonymous

Master of Management - Batch of 2026

3.9

The university is vibrant with great student life.

Tips: I found it a bit of a cultural shift coming to Macquarie University. There are a lot of Asians here, and not many Indians. But there are a good number of Indians here, and I've made some good friends. I got a scholarship of 10 Lacs rupees as an Indian student and Indians get a 3 year post study visa after they graduate. I am satisfied with my university however I could have done a dual degree so consider that before applying for any courses.

Likes (Part time work): When I came here, the recession was going on and it took me 6 months to get my part-time job. I got other opportunities as well easily and the pay rate is the best in the whole world at 26 Dollars an hour. Just improve your resume according to the job role requirements.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Usually, it is a heaven for people who eat non veg food where we have great options on university campus with more than 10 outlets across the campus and also there is a malls just Next to the university. As a vegetarian it is difficult for me to find restaurants near my location near Macquarie in Sydney however the Indian area called Paramatta has Indian options.

Reviewed on 23 Sep 2024Read more

Anonymous

Master of Business Analytics - Batch of 2025

3.5

It was a good choice to choose Australia.

Tips: The only thing that I faced was that I couldn't eat proper Indian food, and ordering in was quite expensive. I got a 20,000 scholarship from the university. IDP applied for my scholarship. I am pretty satisfied with my course even though it is difficult to get pr. I think If you study hard enough you can get decent jobs here.

Likes (Safety): Sydney is very safe that is what I have experienced. You can travel late. Most of the places have security cameras which adds to the security. There are helplines and regular activities that can help international students who are feeling a little depressed about staying away from home like a free counselling session.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The chances of getting pr are quite difficult in Australia, as some courses and jobs are more favourable, if you get into them, like teaching your chances of getting pr will increase immensely. I am not sure about permanent staying in this country, as I find life in India quite convenient. But the liberal mindset is something that is very appealing in Sydney.

Reviewed on 23 Sep 2024Read more

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Master of Business Analytics - Batch of 2025

4.6

This was a new experience.

Tips: Back in my home country, I used to rely on my parents if I needed anything. But it is completely different now, I am independent now, I am making all the things alone, and I am loving this kind of life. I have availed a scholarship and Shiksha Study abroad helped me through that. I am very satisfied with the University, course and the country and I am happy. Before coming here please know about, Convenor for the UNIT, fee structure and the curriculum.

Likes (Indian Food): I actually prefer to eat home food. But as I didn't have much time to cook some days I prefer to eat from a few of the restaurants where we find all types of food from anywhere in the world. I tried Indian, Chinese, Korean, Mexican and a few other country foods which felt authentic.

Dislikes (Safety): I didn't have any personal experience on this but I heard from my friends that the refugee people are dangerous here. We need to be careful with them better to avoid a talk with them and be pleasant with everyone. Apart from that, I feel very safe here.

Reviewed on 18 May 2023Read more

Anonymous

Master of Marketing - Batch of 2025

3.7

The campus is great and the pond with a fountain in the center is a panoramic view.

Tips: It took some sort of time to adjust to Australia's education system because it's very different from India. We daily had fixed lectures from 7 am to 2 pm. But here you can set your own timetable according to your feasibility and you have to do self-study before attending the workshops of your unit. As an Indian international student, I got 20000 AUD scholarships. I'm very much satisfied with Macquarie University and the course I'm learning.

Likes (Safety): CCTV cameras are installed throughout the campus. Plus the security team patrols the whole university. Till now I didn't have any bad experiences. The nightlife isn't that great in Sydney. Everybody is at home by 7 pm and everything shut off by 9 pm. You can't see anyone after that time. But it's a part of the routine now, so it doesn't matter.

Dislikes (Public transportation): Transportation to Macquarie University is pretty much sorted. It has its own metro station and is a 10-minute walk from the main campus building. Bus connectivity is the same. Overall affordability is average because the transportation fare in Sydney is extremely high compared to Melbourne. No doubt the services are good but it shouldn't be that costly for students.

Reviewed on 24 Sep 2024Read more

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Macquarie University is situated in Sydney, Australia, and has an acceptance rate of about *40-50%*, meaning moderately competitive. The institution considers applications based on academic qualifications, English language proficiency, and other program-specific requirements. A good high school reco

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What are the facilities offered at Macquarie University Wallumattagal Campus?

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Macquarie University Wallumattagal Campus offers the following facilities:

A bar and restaurants
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Private hospital

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Macquarie University is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines as well as for producing graduates who are among the most-sought after professionals in the world. This university ranks at #1 in Sydney for Teaching & Resources, QILT, Student Experience Survey 2022. Furthe

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Some of the study areas at Macquarie University are given as follows:

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Macquarie University world ranking as per a top-ranking publisher in 2025 is #133 in the world in 2025. Whereas, as per Times Higher Education rankings, this university ranks at #178 in the world in 2025. In the Times Higher Education rankings, the university has managed to retain its position withi

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