Macquarie University (Sydney)
Macquarie University is a universitywide partner in Sydney, Australia.
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| Webpages | General information for exchange students With a wide array of different units available on the course handbook, students should be able to find a unit that would fit their interests and study plans, as long as it is not on the restricted units list. |
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| Academic calendar | Semester I: 3rd Week of February - 3rd week of June Orientation week commences generally in the 2nd week of February for Semester I and in the 3rd week of July for Semester II. Exams take place in the 2nd- 4th week of June for Semester I and in the 2nd- 4th week of November for Semester II. |
| Requirements | GPA (Average Grade) The GPA requirement at this university is 2.5. This is comparable to an average grade 6.55 or above at Utrecht University. English Language Requirement A grade of 7 or higher in final year English VWO or Students enrolled in a fully English taught Bachelor or Master programme (for example UCU), can provide a letter attesting to the fact that their degree is taught and assessed entirely in English. Please check the most recent language requirements on the website of the host university. |
| Courses at Master’s level | Yes, if students have completed the equivalent of a Bachelor degree. Individual subjects/units/courses will be approved in accordance with selection criteria and previous studies. |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Housing assistance | Yes. Macquarie offers shared and studio apartments on campus with access to several facilities. |
| Estimated living costs per month | Estimated living costs are between 1,300 AUD and 2,000 AUD a month, depending on your lifestyle. (Estimate from 2020). You can find a more detailed breakdown of the living costs in the International Student Guide. |
| Credits | You can find information on this university’s credits in the credit conversion table |
| Number of places available | 15 places available in academic year 2023-2024 (bilateral exchange). |
| Selection | Selection was not necessary in the last few years. |
Contact
If you have any questions about this universitywide partner university, contact the universitywide International Office:
Australia, New Zealand, South Afrika & Spain*
Name: Ms. Tessel Arendsen
E-mail: region3@uu.nl
* only Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Erasmus+ grant questions
The International Office can only help you with questions related to the content of your Learning Agreement and with signing documents on behalf of the Sending Institution.
For all other Erasmus+ grant related questions, please refer to the Erasmus+ grants for Studies page (scroll down to “Contact the Erasmus Office” to make an appointment) or send an e-mail to erasmus@uu.nl
For questions about faculty programmes and internships, contact the Faculty International Offices.
Phone availability
Phone: +31 (0)30-2531224
Office hours for calling: Tuesday and Thursday, 14:00-15:30
Make an appointment via Teams
We are available for appointments via Teams. If you have a question, use the calendar below to make an appointment.
If you are unable to make it to your appointment, please do not forget to cancel.